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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1936
Page
1
Nation observes state funeral for Speaker Joseph W Burns in Washington with President Roosevelt and leaders attending. The service includes remarks on Burns’s public service, final tributes in the House chamber, and his body to be returned to Tennessee for burial.
Fragmented report suggests a bomb plot against a village president linked to a hooded group. Prosecutors, police, and state officials discuss conspiracies as names like Frank Benes, Lois, and David Pence appear amid references to a wider organization and planned charges. Page 3, Col. 4.
A chaotic report from WALMINGTON describes political and labor tension surrounding Lewis and the federation. It notes opposition from LEWES and involvement of Amalgamated groups, with references to charges, proceedings, and a page 3 continuation.
Epi Reginia Live committee notes that veterans in Virginia may receive bonus bonds. The plan references E20d Wart veterans and the Hornets coming to State Vets tonight for a public event hosted by local officials.
The report outlines improved business activity within the state tax department. Officials discuss higher collections, stronger compliance, and smoother processing amid ongoing reforms and staffing changes. The document highlights key figures and timelines noted in the amended fiscal plan.
Cleveland June 8 The Republican presidential nominating preliminaries produced momentum for Landon as delegates pledged to him faced rejections and shifting votes. Supporters pressed for a possible first ballot decision at next week's convention amid a tangle of factional reactions and mediation efforts.
A chaotic report notes that a live wire caused the death of Harry Carney, age 48, with scattered illegible text surrounding the event. The fragmentary OCR includes stray names and phrases, but the central fact remains a fatal electrical incident involving Carney.
A chaotic scene in New York City as fumes from a cooling plant allegedly affected several women in a street tent area. Police reported multiple injuries with at least five women hospitalized for serious conditions. investigation focused on the plant’s fault or system failures.
A rescue halted a planned hanging in Detrol as a crowd of jealous peers restrained a group of youths. Police noted the victims had strong school records and arranged for all involved to appear for questioning the next day.
A reform bill clears the Senate after a tense session, with Sen. Rusk De Holt voting against the measure. The plan would raise corporate taxes by a reported 4 to 5 percent, amid party divisions and warnings about economic impact. The vote tally and full terms remain debated as the bill moves to the House.
Logan police report a burglary where thieves grabbed S200 worth of cigarettes from Wayne Mal’s stove shop. a faulty safe dial and a dropped combination caused delays as Robbers fled along a rail line. Officers cited Slater as noting the suspects scouted bars before a quick escape along the street.
A report describes an assault case involving a person named Zanneheeks Her airsaysnnat Zisnebeck. Police indicate warrants issued, and authorities are investigating disturbances linked to Mov May at an apartment. The details are incomplete due to OCR garble.
Paris reports to end strikes, Blum seeks 40 hour week and paid vacations via decrees with parliamentary ratification. Salengre cites imminent agreement with unions as 600000 workers press for labor rights. Blum to nationalize war industries, revise Laval decrees, and appoint committees to fast track bills amid protests and price controls.
Hongkong June 5 AP A Canton South Chinese government army marches northward amid reports of a declared war on Japan. Nanking officials deny knowledge of any war declaration, saying the south western regime lacks authority. Canton dispatch says mobilization planned, and Western powers urged not to intervene. Food aid and precautionary measures reported as tensions escalate.
A fragmented account traces Texas birthday festivities tied to a 400 year past, with a colonial era opening and a grand exposition. It mentions Governor James Allred, Secretary Daniel Roper, and an expected opening ceremony with a ceremonial key and dignitaries.
Local Democratic leaders and state committee members gathered at the state hust burg as Sheriff R. Carl Andrews of Kanawha appeared likely to win the state executive chair. Attorney General Hamer A. Holt announced support for Andrews after wide consultations, saying his high character would inspire confidence. The newly elected executive committee met in caucus to plan ahead.
Harvey Stallings resigned from a Chestnutville district job after declaring it doesn’t pay. In May 12 primary, 15 aspirants sought nomination to succeed him, including 14 Democrats and one Republican.
Rep Fish addresses students at Thomas Jefferson Junior High School in Charleston at 8:30 pm. The event, sponsored by the Kanawha Valley chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, invites seniors and juniors from local schools as guests. Fish, a World War I veteran, was elected to the sixty sixth Congress in 1919 and helped organize the American Legion.
West Virginia sales congress of the Charleston Life Underwriters association meets at the Daniel Boone hotel with four national executives addressing the largest attendance forecast. Speakers include Lester Schriver A R Jaqua A L Dern and Ray H Finger while Governor Kump welcomes attendees and Alan A Greene presides over the opening.
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