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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1935
Page
9
West Virginia WPA administrator F Witcher McCullough will meet Governor H G Kump and other state officials after returning from Washington to shape a definite work relief program. The Washington gathering with National WPA head Harry Hopkins will focus on policies and outline duties for state administrators.
Isaac E Pauley was found at his home with a head wound and known to be in serious condition at Charleston General hospital. Police reported the self inflicted wound occurred amid an armed robbery warrant issued by Edward Buster, a St Albans taxi driver, who said he had been robbed near St Albans. State police and deputies hunted for Pauley after his return home.
National guard deployment ordered after three nights of escalating violence in Omaha. Rioters target south Omaha stockyards area and car barns as police and sheriff’s forces struggle. Streetcar workers on strike since April 20, with Cara Not Operating action stated to prevent further disruptions. Acting Governor Jurgowen ordered trolley cars locked to avert further clashes. Governor Cochran connected by telegraph to support intervention.
Omaha reports show 1800 Nebraska National Guard mobilized and patrolling as martial law is declared to quell strike violence. Streetcar service is halted at 730 PM Central Standard Time and liquor outlets closed. Crowds remain large yet carnival like, with past nights marked by clashes and casualties.
Pleas Court will open its June term tomorrow with jurors to report in the morning. After impanelment, three jury cases will begin. West Calder residents protest a county council slur about the West Calder fire department, leading to the resignation of a leading volunteer firefighter.
Chinese authorities announce immediate start of Yangtze river improvement works aimed at enhancing navigation, flood control, and regional development. Officials cite long term benefits for industries, agriculture, and ship traffic along key stretches.
Debates target a three fold security plan fusing federal pensions state aid and voluntary annuities with federal unemployment standards. The measure proposes about 100 million dollars for child health the blind and welfare work and draws opposition from Hastings Byrd Gore and George who call some provisions unconstitutional. Huey Long seeks a share the wealth amendment to finance the program with a steep wealth tax starting at 1 percent on fortunes above 1.7 million rising to wipe out property for six million.
The Charleston area shows rising business activity with 5 percent general growth for five months in 1935, led by furniture, jewelry, and department stores. Credit associations report higher sales, more new households, and a broad uptick in utilities like telephone, water, and gas as population expands and industry recovers. Bank debits rise sharply, signaling renewed optimism, while new construction contracts hint at a building surge ahead.
The group argues a future senator could wait years before taking seat, delaying representation. The youthful senator elect was in Elkins West Virginia for a brother’s wedding as Connally executed. Senator George will draft the committee report for approval at the next meeting.
The article notes the Lindbergh act applies to the case with death possible under state law for kidnapping. It mentions William Mahan, a burglar and robber, sought in the We hatuser case, with federal arrest possible and warnings against aiding Mahan. The piece stresses federal authorities pursuing those aiding him and condemns any assistance.
A historical column notes shifting views over state versus federal authority after a Supreme Court decision. It discusses the Roose velt era framing of who governs national social and economic issues, with reactions in Springfield highlighting federal versus state powers. The piece references party lines and constitutional implications amid political tumult.
Republican and Democratic leaders clash over whether the American system can endure without constitutional change. A split view on federal solutions shadows the national debate as officials weigh states rights against federal action amid uncertain outcomes.
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