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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1934

Page

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Plan to move infirmary children to state 4-H camp

Major Francis W. Turner announced a plan to take all county infirmary and poor farm children to the state Four-H camp at Jackson's Mill in Harrison county for two months of conditioning this summer. He aims to rehome the children after rehabilitation, with county courts and the state guard aiding logistical support and securing tents and cots for the program.

Jackson’s Mill Harrison County Francis W. Turner State Department of Public Welfare Flan Turner Kenewha Tenta Paulo FF. Gchaffer State Nations Guard D. Shingleton Jackson Department, of Public Welfare Pri

Justice Answers Club Complaint About Insurance Association

The article reports on the Justice Answers Club's complaint against an automobile owners protective association. It notes actions by the science commissioner and insurance commissioner, the signature of State auditor Edgar Bits, and a reply from the insurance commissioner regarding the association’s status as a genuine insurance company.

Automobile Owners Protective West Woonia Edgar Associatian Association

Night of Terrorism Tops Vienna Bomb Discovery

A bomb found hidden in an unused office near the offices of Prince Ernet bie Starkemberg prompted heightened security. Authorities said the device was discovered by accident and signals a ramping up of protection for railroads power plants and other vital property as bomb threats continue.

Vienna Ronowea Ba Ee Prince Tarhem Aevera Times

Tugwell Hearing Becomes Tug-of-War On Senate Panel

Senate agriculture committee plans open hearing on Rexford Tugwell for Undersecretary of Agriculture. Byrd of Virginia denounces delay tactics while President Bow statewide row complicates confirmation. Committee must file a report by Tuesday noon.

Washington Senate Agricuture Committee Rexford G. Tugwell Tugwell Senate Brith Byrd Virginia

Tax Men Resume Hunt For Dodgers

Hunts for tax dodgers will be conducted tomorrow by state tax agents in Huntington Wheeling Fairmont Birefield Clarksburg Parkersburg Martinsburg and Point Pleasant led by Isaiah Smith head of the revenue division. The Charleston operation trained agents to pursue businesses lacking licenses unpaid gross sales taxes or unpaid consumer taxes. Early results showed several violators including barbershops and other firms with two years of unpaid licenses taxes and no consumer tax payments.

Huntington Wheeling Fairmont Birefield Clarksburg Parkersburg Martinsburg Point Pleasant Isaiah Smith Department Charleston Mr. Smith

Dutra Wins 1934 Open Golf Title at Merion

Olin Dutra, 33, of California, recovering from illness, surged from behind to win the U S Open at Merion by one stroke over Gene Sarazen. Sarazen finished second with 294, while three others tied at 295. the dramatic finish marked the closest since 1920 and featured Dutra conquering fatigue to seize the title.

Olin Dutra Merion Cricket Club Philadelphia Swarthy United States Dutta Gene Sarazen Ted’ Ray England R Ian

Self-Help Plan To Be Started In Five Counties

William H Beehler director of the federal emergency relief administration proposed creating self supporting co operative associations in five counties to relieve distress and aid families. Margaret Gilles head of the division of self help cooperatives outlined the plan these associations would produce goods and compete with private business. County officials were instructed to survey needs and submit plans to state headquarters about two hundred relief workers attended the conference. Mrs C A Jackson discussed assignments to the Red House homestead project and Tygerts Valley Homesteads Inc. Beehler presided and the item notes continuity on page four.

William H. Beehler Federal Emergency Relief Administration Beebler Daniel Bogne Margaret ‘. Gilles FERA Pote Sons Thar C. A. Jackson Elking Red House Tygerts Valley Homesteads, Inc Beehier

Human Bomb Lane Held by Coast Court

In Oakland California Tunde Frank Bennett known as the human bomb was deemed sane after a hearing but immediately arrested by Alameda police. Chief Verne Smith said a charge of transporting dynamite may be pursued, with a five year maximum if convicted. Bennett blamed family misfortunes for their destitute condition.

Oakland Calif Tunde Frank Bennett Alameda Verne Smith

West Virginians Face Dry Issue as Liquor Surrounds Them

West Virginia voters will decide next fall whether to stay dry or permit liquor sales. Surrounding states Kentucky Virginia Ohio have begun liquor control regimes. Virginians may buy in neighboring states but cannot legally bring liquor back for sale. Proponents warn bootlegging could flourish if WV remains dry. Virginia created a state liquor board with private licenses for wine and beer, while Ohio enacted a four member board with governor appointed directors governing manufacture and sale.

West West Virginia Virginia General Assembly Quebec Canadian Alroholic Beverage Control Board Ohio Board of Liquor Control

Parade Opens NRA Celebration with Colorful Charleston Parade

A large opening parade will launch the first anniversary of the Nation Recovery Administration in Charleston featuring an NRA blue eagle float, a color guard, civic and labor groups, and hundreds of marchers. I. R. Cramer of Morgantown will bring the West Virginia eagle float. leaders say the event will be among the most colorful in Charleston’s history. Major participants include West Virginia National Guardsmen, multiple bands, and officials such as General Hugh Johnson and Donald Reichberg. A Washington Community Players drama follows the pageant activity.

NRA Eivillans Charleston Nation Recovery Administration West Virginia Ghameston I. R. Cramer Brorgantown George L. Coyle Tagen Washington Community Players Leidley Field Carroll Workerland Kanawha County Huntington Marshall College Fairmont State College Hugh §. Johnson Nations Recovery Donald Reichberg Frances Robinson Edward ¥. McGrady Ishar

Juror Left Behind Triggered Mistrial Declaration

A juror was left behind during a break as other jurors were taken for a walk. Judge Jake Fisher declared mistrial after learning of the separation of jurors. The case involves W. L. Shelton, 60, charged with slaying Clem Rovers, 25, with proceedings set to resume at midday.

Clay W. L. Shelton Clem Rovers Ballitts Jorge Jake Fisher Shelton Rogers

Slayer's Bride Faces Trial in Norfolk Case

Dedham Massachusetts June 8 Norma Brighton Millen, 10 year old bride of condemned pace slayer Morton Millen, faced a trial facing accessory charges in the Norfolk county case. The Millens and Abraham Faber were convicted by jury of killing a policeman during the Needham bank robbery on February 4 as part of a spree linked to the Millen-Faber circle.

Dedham Mass Norma Brighton Millen Morton Millen Norfolk Irving Jnia Abraham Faber Bank Noldp NeedJam Faber I. T Needham Millen Massachusetts Institute of Technology Natick

West Side to Have Recreation Center in Old Church

West Charleston will get a recreation center June 22 in the former Glenwood church building at 1300 West Washington. F W Krebs heads a committee planning an all around program for boys, girls, and young adults with trained leaders and support from local agencies and the First Presbyterian church.

West Charleston Glenwood West Washington Street F. W. Krebs First Presbyterian Church Ernest Thompson D.D Ohamoxton Krebs West Side Business Men's Association Bartlett Chapel Thompson D. R. Bitzer Goodwin Smith T. D. Robertson H. 8 Duncan S. W. Hail B. A. McKee Boone Dawson Robins L. BE Poteet

Congress Nearing Finish Amid Uncertainty Over Adjournment

Congressional leaders forecast a quick adjournment but have revised estimates as the situation remained fluid into night. A potential finish on a communications bill and a possible steel strike settlement decision could reverse the trend, while the Wagner labor disputes bill remains debated despite opposition from steel manufacturers and triggers to turn to page 4 for continued coverage.

Wabeington Congress Snd

Power Plant Work to Begin in Kanawha Valley

Steam and equipment unloadings signal start of construction for Kanawan Valley Power Company dams at Marmet and London. Bosco and Hitchle Ravenswood contractors expected to deploy crews tomorrow. Project cost, including electrical gear, estimated around 4.5 million dollars. Also: McClintic Marshall firm advancing bridge superstructure work at St Albans. Capran Investment Co. permit issued to save the old structure.

Marmet London Kanawan Valley Power Company Bosco and Hitchle Ravenswood McClintic-Marshall Company Pitte~hurgh Pew Kanawha River St. Albans George Hendricks Capran Investment Company

World News At a Glance Drought relief and labor tensions mix hits

AP digest reports President asks Congress for 525 million dollars to drought relief. Strikes loom as union and convention debates address farm policy. Olin Dutra wins California wine national open by one stroke. Senate weighs questions on agriculture and fitness. NRA slow on removing price fixing barriers. Bonds questioned in Nashville. London discusses conference with America and Britain. Earl of Lonsdale watches a rodeo as 15,000 cheer Americans. Hurricane toll rises in San Salvador. Jenny Daly fined for luxury tax evasion.

Washington Congress Anton Cally Philadelphia Olin Dutra Senate Mitten Ford Zugwell Fitness Cor Agriculturceport NRA Nashville Luke Lea London America Brit Smth Earl of Lonsdale Faris Jenny Dally

Roosevelt asks Congress for 525 million drought relief

President Roosevelt urged Congress to approve 525 million dollars for drought relief, outlining provisional allocations for special relief, livestock purchases, shipping and processing, and farmer loans. Rain and floods threaten the Midwest while Floyd and Big Sioux rivers rise to flood stages.

Washington Roosevelt Congress Floyd Big Sioux South Dakota Iowa Minnesota Tse Dry Belt

Killer Traced To Iowa Camp By Police In 1934

Detective chief Haxl Stanley and Mrs Frank Cargin report that John Dillinger and his gang used a Frenchy Star tourist camp near Cedar Rapids Iowa as a weeks long hideout. Authorities say the gang may have fled after ally Tommy Carroll was killed in Waterloo. Page 4.

Ordar Rapids John Dillinger Qghief Haxl Stanley Frank Cargin Ganngater Ace Desperato Tommy ‘Carrol Waterloo, Inn Dillinger Frenchy Star

Quintuplets Gain Weight at CORBHIL In Ontario

In CORBHIL Ontario June s the Dingle quintuplets, now housed in separate incubators, show strength as three of five gain weight in 24 hours. Yvonne and Annette unchanged but among the heaviest. Total birth weight up to 10 pounds 3.25 ounces. Dr A R DaFoe notes reduced infection risk and new individual incubator setup. All five now produce strong howls, replacing earlier whimpering cries.

Corbhil Ontario Cozlly Dingle Yvonnes Annette A. R. DaFoe Jay

Unions to Vote on New Peace Board for Steel Industry

Washington June 9 tentative decision reached after three hours of talks with Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers and International president Mike F. Tighe. Workers will decide at convention on June 14 whether to accept a neutral labor board plan, with no authority to act residing in local officers. A Pittsburgh convention is expected to hear the plea for adoption. June 18 discussed as a possible strike date if rejected.

Washington A Steel Heatgh Johnson Tie Recovery Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steal and Tin Workers Mike F. Tighe Pittsburgh William J. Spang Daqtesas Jonneen Growel O Spang Pat Dine Camel Employe Tighe Waa Pittburgh Tmili Nattral Board Page

Marlinton Man Heads Bankers Convention Speech

White Sulphur Springs June convention of the West Virginia Bankers Association opened with John J. Cornwell, former governor, denouncing demagogues and communism and urging restored public soundness. J. L. Sydenstricker elected president, elevating from vice presidency, succeeding Blason Crickard. J. L. Fish of First Tyler Bank noted.

White Sulphur Springs West Virginis Jon The United Staves Demanogors Cornwell Prist J. L. Sydenstricker First National Bank of Marlinton Association Bydenstricker Blason Crickard Charleston J. L. Fish First Tyler Bank

Two Hurt in Magnolia Bank Holdup Nets $836

In Magnolia Mississippi two bandits broke into the bank before opening, robbed it for 836 dollars, and opened fire injuring two bank staff. J N wear, assistant cashier, suffered a scalp wound while T M Rogers, nearby firing station operator, was shot in the leg as citizens returned fire. Police reported bandit may have been wounded.

Magnolia Lune Magmola Fidder J. XN. Wore Cashiet T. M. Rogers Deeing Bli Ong Pheane

Ceremonies Mark Citys First Airmail Flight Today

Readable fragment describes ceremonies marking Charleston WV first airmail flight. A tri motor American Airlines plane will land at Westfield at 1845, meet officials including Governor H. Guy Bump and Mayor R. P. Di an, then depart for the west. A second load heads east at 40. Postmaster Julius W. Singleton and others are listed.

Charleston Wertz Field American Airlines Westfield H. Guy Bump Joseph Meth New York C. B. Air Mail R. P. di ¥An T. Bruce Frice Charleston Chamber of Commerce 8. P. Potter Chamber of Commerce David M. Giltinen State Board of Aerondition and Direc

Dolly Twins Fined In Luxury Tax Case In Paris

Dolly Twin Miss Dolly and the Dancing Dolly Twins faced a heavy 11,466,286 franc fine plus 766,744 francs for evading the luxury tax on a 1028 carat diamond ring bought in Cannes for 4,583,684 francs. A three day jail term was suspended, and an appeal is expected.

Paris Jenny Dolly Cannes Dolly

Death Toll Heavy in Central America After Hurricane

A Pan American World Wireless dispatch reports heavy casualties and extensive property loss across six provinces in Central America after Thursday's hurricane. Communications with interior regions remain severed as authorities begin recon surveys, restore water systems, and combat potential outbreaks.

Central America Salvador Pan~American Aireway Wireless le Pas Can‘panet Cosxatian Usulntad

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Justice Answers Club Save Automobile Prince Ernet Bie Starkemberg Prof Mf. Tugwell Truster Sen Merion Splil Beehler Coast Court Mex Bennett Slayer West Side World News For Steel Industry Johson Capital Tl, Sydenstrivker Marlinton Man Kump DeVan Postal Department iPy YERA P. D. Koontz West Virginia Airways Julius W. Singleton W. D. Jarrett Louis Nearman Main Earl Ward American, Airlines Carl Anderson American Siren A.B Kwanta Post Office of Dolly Twin Beaucoup
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