Congress Recess Delays Adjournment Amid Debates
Washington June 18 AP Congress delayed sine die adjournment as senators pressed for action on farm mortgage moratorium and railroad measures. A Friday night recess to Monday was voted after tense debate with House leaders preparing to join.
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Brain Trust Debate Sparks Ickes Mockery at Northwestern
Secretary Ickes taunts critics of the brain trust during Northwestern University commencement. He questions if cabinet members must be perfect to solve national issues and accuses critics of using brains to shield privilege. He notes resistance to reform and defends the administration’s approach.
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Union Leaders Seek Roosevelts Aid To Avert Steel Strike
Pittsburgh dispatch reports union leaders plan to meet President Roosevelt to press for a permanent settlement in the steel industry dispute. Michael Tighe and others will travel to Washington to present the plan backed by William Green of the AFL for a Roosevelt appointed board to settle all industry disputes. The move follows threats of a nationwide strike and aims to restore bargaining rights.
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Judges of Hell Bombings Stymied by Alert Post Office
PARIB June 16 report says police halted the campaign of terror by the three Judges of hell. No new bombs found as post office staff remain vigilant. Ten internal mail bombs were identified, two exploded, fingerprints and suspects in insane asylums being checked. Authorities probe labs and materials to avert further attacks.
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Chilton Files Notice Of U S Senate Candidacy
Former Senator William Chilton Sr announces formal notice of his candidacy for the Democratic nomination to the U S Senate saying his Roosevelt program backing will guide his work if elected. He notes support from other potential candidates and West Virginia interests he aims to advance with federal aid and policy.
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Timber Strike Postponed by Labor Officials
The postponement of a timber strike involving saw mill and timber workers was announced last night. DY John B. Waston, president of the state Federation of Labor, along with Jena Connor of the National Labor Board and Ray, spoke on the issue.
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Genuine Scotch Now Comes From Japan
London reports that Genuine Scotch whiskey is now produced in Japan. William Gooch, managing director of a British firm in Yokohama, says over 30,000 cases have been drunk in America and that the Japanese spirit differs from Scottish whiskey though trained Scotsmen supervise distillers in Japan.
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Hurricane Hits Louisiana Coast Hardest at Morgan City
A hurricane with 70 mph winds struck the Louisiana coast at noon causing near total damage in Morgan City and widespread destruction along the coast. Communication lines, railways, and highways were blocked, New Orleans fringed the blow, and a ferry pilot house was blown away. The storm rerouted toward Baton Rouge, with many structures wrecked or demolished. Residents were warned in advance as the storm moved inland.
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State allocates 21 teachers to Kanawha county emergency program
The state superintendent of schools yesterday allotted 21 teachers to Kanawha county for the emergency recreation program. Counties across the state received specific teacher allocations and material funds, with 48 counties included in the latest allotments.
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World News At a Glance
Congress pushes for adjournment. San Francisco West Coast longshoremen’s strike settled. Libby-Bolman widow threats in Philadelphia. Hurricane leaves Morgan City in darkness. Pittsburgh union men seek ultimate settlement in Washington. Skelly killed in West Cornwall. Havana photographer questions on blast wounds president Mendieta and two dead. Hitler and Mussolini pleased with conferences.
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Parade Honors NRA Birthday in Charleston
The longest parade in Charleston marked the NRA birthday with over 5 000 marchers from downtown to Laidley Field. Soldiers, miners bands, and 11 bands provided music as spectators lined streets in patriotic decorations and flags.
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Camera Man Held In Cuban Bombing
Havana reports an expansive inquiry into a bomb attack at Tie Coro naval station and detention camp that injured President Carlos Mendieta and others. Alberto Guerrero, a photographer, is the primary suspect as authorities cite his camera box as the bomb’s alleged launcher.
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Miners Rally Behind NRA as City Welcomes Noted Figures
Several thousand West Virginians celebrated the NRA anniversary and Roosevelt’s New Deal in Charleston. General Hugh S. Johnson hailed the reception, with Donald Richberg and Gov. H. G. Kump among speakers. heat and crowds marked the event, including a parade, noon arrival, and a citywide show of support timed with the recovery effort.
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NRA Not Yet Through in Roosevelt Message to West Virginia
Franklin D Roosevelt told Charleston crowds that the NRA has expanded employment and raised wages, promising further benefits from the recovery program. He delivered a letter to Gov H G Kump, urging focus on results over controversy and urging continued progress for honest labor.
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Richberg Addresses Charleston Bar Luncheon
Washington NRA chief counsel Consid Rendall Richberg spoke at the Charleston Bar Association luncheon at the Hotel Karawha urging that security not come at freedom’s expense. He denied being communist and said learning to march to a goose step is a high price to pay. Campbell presided while Arthur Koontz introduced Richberg, noted author and coauthor of the railway labor act and the NRA’s national recovery act.
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NRA Birthday Remarks Highlight Coal Industry Recovery
NRA President Roosevelt and the national administration are praised as the coal industry recovers under the recovery act. Van A Bittner of district No 17 United Mine Workers of America cites wage improvements and industry revival while Donald Richberg warns that public obligation must guide any benefits. He recalls June 16 1953 as a turning point and notes progress but stresses accountability.
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Record Run From Wertz Field to Daniel Boone Hotel
Three state police escort a high profile party led by General Johnson racing through West Charleston to the Daniel Boone hotel in under 15 minutes. The Conder biplane landed at the airport after a publicity filled sequence with press, crowds, and a NRA chief awaiting the arrival.
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Sound Films of NBA Celebration rushed for early showings
New York era and movie fans nationwide may soon see sound footage of yesterday's NBA and Weak Virginis celebration. Paramount cameraman Henry te Siena and technician Lewis Case filmed from an automobile at State and Lee. The team praised Charleston's NRA event as a standout.
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