City Council sets June 29 election and beer levy
The city council called a special election for June 29 to vote on an extra levy of about 629000 over three years starting July 1, with 213000 annualized, allocating 160000 for general expenses, 33000 for fire police health and crematory services, and 20000 for delinquent taxes. The beer license fees were doubled and Spring Hill cemetery gates tightened, while traffic and pension levies were also discussed.
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Alexander P. Gates
Spring Hill Cemetery
Skelton
Cliy Bolicltor Wim
Digging For Crash Victims In Alpine Glacier
In Alpine Utah on June 7, diggers worked through frozen remains of a smashed airplane seeking seven victims. Progress was slow as rescuers, led by Postal Inspector M. Wenger, sought routes into a cliff-bound glacier with hopes of reaching the bodies tomorrow.
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M. £. Wenger
Adoine
Avena
Unclear quotation on body odor product accusation
Quote alleges Willin Willis claims a purchased odor stopper product harmed his father and worsened his behavior. The fragment hints at a family dispute over goods and effects but lacks verifiable context or sources to confirm details.
Hail Storm Wreaks Heavy Crop Damage in Oklahoma
Hail storm pounded a 200 square mile area near Hollis Oklahoma causing extensive crop loss. Estimates place wheat destruction at 1,000,000 bushels with damage to crowing crops buildings and fruit trees. Farmers seek federal relief as losses mount to about 1.5 million dollars.
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Femi
Harmon County
Clarence Burch
Burch
Earhart Lands in Africa on 1000 Mile South Atlantic Hop
Amelia Earhart and Captain Fred Noonan completed a 1000 mile leg across the South Atlantic in 11 hours 14 minutes. They left Natal Brazil at 2 16 a m and landed near Dakar at 1 30 p m EDT. The flight proceeded with good weather and minimal radio contact, as French patrols watched. The pair planned to resume their globe odyssey across Africa to Aden with another route.
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Brazil
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Arabia
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Kharatoum
Duke and Duchess Send Cuff Links to Courageous Vicar
In Noetsch Austria on June 7 the Duke and Duchess of Windsor sent valuable cufflinks to Rev. Robert Anderson Jardine who helped marry them. The gift, valued at 190, signals their gratitude and marks a shift toward a quieter, country gentleman life. The pair plan limited public appearances, with occasional excursions to meet public interest.
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Noetsch
Austria
Wage Fixing Is Hit by Lewis Approving Bill
John L. Lewis urged Congress to establish minimum wages by legislation while opposing exact pay prescriptions. He backed the administration bill that links interstate shipment to labor standards but urged removing a section on fair wage industries to avoid federal wage fixing and preserve collective bargaining. He warned that a wage-fixing board could undercut bargaining and create endless confusion.
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Washington
John L. Lewis
Congress
Committee For Industrial Organization
Senate
House Labor Committees
Inber
Ieast
Love Bug Again Bites Dictator Love Bug Again Bites Dictator
TOLCON June 7 USI Josefh Stalin iron fixed dictator of Savitt Russie was reported tonight to have Gillen in leave again this time with one of his own subordinates in the work of industrializing the Soviet state Stalin who has twice been marsh ed and twice bereft by death has been smitten with the charms of Mme Trene Sebiova chief of no important division of the department of heavy industry She is 43 years old an ardent Communist and widow of a Soviet army official They are expected to be married this tall Love at First Sight According to dispatches from Warsaw Stalin fell in love with Miss Sebiova the day she came into his office and planked down on his desk a ponderous technical report of the problems of her job They were instantly impressed with her intelligence and charm As the second five year plan moved toward its conclusion they were often in each others company From spirited discussions of the charts of production their con e Please turn to Page 2 Col Ay.
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Financier Morgan Blames Congress for Lawful Tax Evasions
New York June 7 J P Morgan says lawfulness of tax evasions rests with Congress and the government He returned from England after a heart attack delaying coronation plans He asserts taxes are a legal issue not a moral one and that Congress must correct its own mistakes He adds taxpayers cannot fix Congressional errors by breaking the law
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England
Mary
Senate
Bunker
George VII
Nonsevelt
Morgan Saide
Jean Harlow Dies Of Cerebral Edema After Influenza
Hollywood star Jean Harlow died at Good Samaritan hospital at age 26 after influenza. Doctors and city firemen battled to keep her alive with an inhalator machine as friends and fellow actors including William Powell and Warner Baxter gathered by her bedside. The death stunned celebrities and fans amid a dramatic hospital scene.
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Holly Wood
Hollywood
Good Samaritan Hospital
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Maelo
William Powell
Miss Harlow
Trars
Powell
Warner Baxter
Nanrsely
Warner
Baxter
Vowel
Miss Hare Tow
Miss Marlow
Marina Bello
Bello
Jetty Chadiry
Flashes of Life In These U S Flashes of Life
In Chicago a woman received false diamonds sold to her by a stranger who later confirmed their authenticity after a third man appeared. Police began a search. In Lincoln an elderly telegrapher heard a roadie broadcast claim to be the first Morse code message tapped in the International code, surprising him.
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Chicago
Susan Cohen
SD A
Poe
Lincoln
Neb
Jon Barteth
Church Fears Nazi Reprisals Amid Confiscation Threats
Berlin reports June 7 detail Catholic leaders fearing Hitler may confiscate church property after Goebbels threats. Officials in Fulda cite trials and hospital concerns as signs tensions rise while government spokesmen deny broader confiscation plans, pledging to press youth drive and limit arrests.
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Berlin
Hitler
Goebbels
Fulda
Order of Brothers of Mercy
Appccnticns
Beecome
Mammy Yokum Predicts Gizzard Biz In Dogpatch
Abner proclaims a financial gizzard as Sid 0000 about to dine in, claiming Dogpatch must act or risk losing homes. They note a city venture with a potent 90 payoff and lower rents, while Abner guesses what unfolds today in the daily con le ate.
Compromise Offered on Court Expansion Plan
Washington June 7 Roosevelt Senate leaders offered a new administration compromise on expanding the Supreme Court. The plan sets age limits and yearly appointment caps, claims executive approval, and anticipates introduction in both houses this week. Opponents anticipate a quick showdown as discussions continue with lawmakers and aides.
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Mussolini Showcases Italian Navy To Von Blomberg
In Naples on June 7 Premier Mussolini staged a vast naval review for German War Minister von Blomberg. Four fifths of Italy’s Mediterranean fleet appeared before the dignitaries as submarines formed a massive display totaling 71 vessels. The spectacle, said to be the largest underwater force parade by any nation, contrasted with a diplomatic note to Soviet Russia that Italy’s navy is ready for any emergency in “our sea.”
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Republic Leases 21 Sleeping Cars, Plant Stays Open
In Chicago June 7 the Republic steel corporation ran 21 pullmans into its grounds to house loyal workers, defying evacuation orders while keeping the plant operating. About 175 strike sympathizers at the gate were unaware until the cars were in place. Mayor Kelly had ordered the men out by 3:30 p.m. for health-violation housing. Inland Steel and Youngstown Sheet & Tube shut, leaving ~80,000 idle.
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USA
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Republic
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Michael Tobin
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Washington
Nilea
Warren
Senator Vandenberg
Michigan
Steel Workers Organizing Committee
Roosevelt
Kelly
South Chicago
Students clash with union demonstrators in Lansing ends without injuries
In Lansing Michigan late today college students battled United Auto Workers demonstrators as they tried to extend Lansing's general strike into suburban campuses. A woman was reported thrown into the Grand River near the campus. State police rushed to the riot as union men arrived in force from the capital two miles away. No injuries were reported. The incidents began when demonstrators tried to stop unionists from closing stores.
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Michdune
USI
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United Automatic Workers Union
Lansing
Grand River
Mail Meddling Inquiry Asked in Congress and White House
Washington reports a congressional and senatorial push for an investigation into alleged mail interference by steel strike leaders in May. Senators urged federal troops if needed to protect the mails as President Roosevelt urged action and officials denied the Niles and related incidents as unfounded, with inquiries continuing.
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House
Senate
Sen. Vandenberg Ut. Mich
Grew Lakes
Calumet Steel
Indiana
Perkins
National Labor Relations Board
White House
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Niles
White
Farley
Youngstown
Wuatten
Nenses
Jesse M. Donaldson
Warren
Sen Smith Seeks Rigid Highway Safety Law
State Senator Earl H. Smith of Fairmont pushes for strict safety measures to cut highway wrecks caused by defective equipment and driver errors. With highway safety director backing, he aims to seek speedy enactment and may press for an extraordinary session this fall if Gov. Hart calls.
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Fairmont
O.dot
Hart
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Capitol
Visitors from six states tour West Virginia on special bus
Charleston welcomes tourist councillors guests of the state chamber of commerce conservation commission and state hotel association touring scenic spots in a special bus. They arrived from Huntington and stayed at local hotels for meals with officials including Joseph L. Silverstein A H Andrews and N Kenta. The group planned Capitol views and stops at Tawk's Nest and Berkley en route to Bluefield.
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State Chamber of Comimetcs
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Daniel Boone
Holley
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Dawson
Daniel Roong
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Parkersburg
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Southern West Virginia Auto Club
A. H. Andrews
State Chamber of Commerce
de N. Kenta
State Supreme Court
W. E. (Riley? Wilson
Sergi
W. B. Tyree
State Safety Department
Trent Proposes Non political Ballot for School Boards
State Department of Education report to Gov Holt proposes removing political influence from county education boards by using a separate ballot for board candidates. W W Trent urges state funding for school building and a $1,000,000 annual matching program to ease congestion.
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