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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1934

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New Barrier Looms To Threaten Peace In Steel Industry

Washington dispatch reports the United Steel and Metal Workers Industrial Union unveiling a 11 point program to guarantee peace in the steel industry. Leaders condemn Green proposals and Amalgamated Association plans as insufficient, urging unity among steel workers nationwide to secure economic needs and resist company pressure.

Washington Steel and Metal Workers’ Industrial Labor Department Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers Green Bt American Federation of Labor Steel and Metal Workers Industrial

Seven Auto Code Cases Referred by WV Vehicle Committee

The West Virginia state advisory committee of the automotive vehicle code met at the Daniel Boone hotel yesterday and referred seven cases to the national control committee. The cases involve major code violations across the state arising in recent months, with dispositions beyond district or state jurisdiction. The national committee was urged to act, and a resolution to pause enforcement was discussed.

West Virginia Daniel Boone Hotel Yester National Control Committee National Committee NRA

Girl Bares Her Love Life In Freedom Fight

Norma Millen, bride of a convicted officer, testified in Dedham court denying state charges that could send her to prison and claiming fear of death at the hands of her husband. She broke down crying in the sheriff’s office prompting a court recess and medical attendance. The trial adjourned after direct examination with the husband’s alleged involvement noted and the case continued.

Dedham Mass Norme Millen Dedham Court Arthur Worthington Norman Beishton Brown Pats Norma Angle Fiana Tg. Mutton Irving

Court to Act On Board Dates

Supreme Court ruling delays county board of education take office date to July 1 1935. Gilbert Rodgers of Mason County argues for January 1 start with Vernon Jones Mason circuit clerk required to show cause. Judge M O Litz granted temporary rule after Rodgers petitioned citing constitutional January 1 start for county officers.

County Boards of Education Supreme Col Ps W. W. Trent Gilbert Rodgers Mason County Robert T. Hogg Rodgers Vernon Jones Canoay Lite M. O. Litz Trent

Gettle Again Targeted in Extortion Notes

Los Angeles, June 25. Two extortion notes threaten to dynamite William Gettle’s Beverly Hills home and harm his wife Fleta and their four children unless $6,000 is paid. The notes accuse him for testifying in federal court against two women in a kidnapping conspiracy and demand $8,000 to “atone” for the misfortune. The money is to be left under an object in Westlake Park.

Los Angeles Beverly Hills William ¥. Gettle Gettle Mei Onte Fleta T -“Atone Westlake Park Loretta Woody

Stenographer Accuses Alberta Premier in Seduction Suit

Vivian MacMillan a 22 year old stenographer testifies in Supreme Court detailing a relationship with Alberta Premier J E Brownlee. She says the premier wrecked her life and sues for damages with her father Allan MacMillan naming him in the suit. The affair began when she was 16 at Edson and continued into the summer of 1930.

Dmonton Alta Vivian MacMillan Supreme Court Alberta J. E. Brownlee Allan MacMillan Miss MacMillan Sale Edson

Leaders Scan Democratic Record and Find It Good

Senate and House leaders say Roosevelt administration achievements fulfill the 1932 Democratic platform. They praise courage to carry a recovery plan and foresee prosperity with human rights above property rights, while noting the nation climbs out of depression and recovery is in sight.

Robinson Brynes Washington Senate House Roosevelt Joseph TF. Robinson Arkansas Joe W. Burns Tennessee Everal Congress Byrns Roosavelt

63 Year Old Romeo Browning In Hospital

Edward W. Browning known as Daddy Browning is reported seriously ill in a New York hospital after collapse. He was found unconscious in his hotel suite on Friday and moved to the hospital yesterday. overwork and a cold after dancing on a Hudson river showboat deck are cited as contributing causes.

New York Edward W Browning Hudson River Romeo Airlines Nee

Langer's Fate Up to Voters in North Dakota Primary

North Dakota voters face a pivotal primary as Gov. William Langer rides a felony conviction verdict issued by a federal court jury. A 240000 turnout will determine his political fate whether he secures the Republican gubernatorial nomination or faces jail during any potential return to office.

Bismarck N. D William Langer Langer North Dakota

World News At a Glance

AP dispatches recount global events with domestic notes on Roosevelt planning a new mediation board and a four billion dollar deficit forecast. Other items report Havana cabinet resignations and Gandhi’s escape from a bombing attempt amid imperial conference prep.

Blue Eagle Loss Forces Busey Mills Closing

The Busey Mills plant, once a major operation, closed at 3 30 p m with a posted notice accusing Gen Hugh Johnson and the NRA of wrecking the concern and making its operation impossible. Six hundred fifty three workers were laid off amid NRA controversy over the Harriman Hosiery mills case. The dispute began with a October 26 strike after alleged layoffs for union activity and drew statements from the national labor board and Atlanta regional board.

Washington NRA Harriman Hosiery Mills Hugh Johnson Harriman National Labor Board Atlanta Beard National Board

Hermit Slayer Eludes Posse in Connecticut Woods

In Wolcott Connecticut on June 25 John Crowe a 61 year old recluse hunted by 50 state policemen and 210 locals with bloodhounds for killing two neighbors Clarence Yuskis and Julius Kavausk a fled into snake infested woods after wounding Yuskis mother and fleeing without provocation. Authorities remain confident he will be tracked though no trace has been found as the manhunt continues.

Wolcott Conn John Crowe Crowe Yuskis Posse

Anne Seeks Half Of Reynolds Cash

In Salem C June a court hearing on the 25 000 000 estate of the late tobacco heir Smith Reynolds was postponed to pursue private negotiations. Anne Cannon Reynolds, the heir’s daughter by his first wife, and Zachary Smith Reynolds discussed settlements without public details.

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Man Left Waiting At Church as His “Sweet” Elopes With Another Man

Leslie Avery Shaw of Lynchburg and Charlotte North Carolina arrived on time for a Park View Methodist church ceremony in Portsmouth but Miss Elizabeth Thomas failed to appear and wed another man two and a half hours later. Ushers announced a postponement and authorities later learned she had wed in South Mills North Carolina at 2:30 p.m. Saturday.

Norfolk Leslie Avery Shaw Lynchburg Charlotte N. C Fashionable Park View Methodist Church Portsmouth Elizabeth Thomas Misa Thomas Vernon Caryle Shaner Shaner South Mills State Line Shaw

U. S. Deficit Falls Short of Roosevelt's Budget Forecast

Washington reports a near four billion dollar deficit as the fiscal year ends, with the debt near 27 billion. Treasury figures show receipts about 3.09 billion from taxes and 995 million from miscellaneous revenue, while emergency spending rose to 3.64 billion, underscoring a gap from Roosevelt's January forecast.

Washington Treasury Roosevelt Congress Teese Reconstruction Corporation

Banker Dies After Heart Attack Aboard Flight

Archbold Ohio June 25 Robert E Christie 41 president of the Investment Bankers Association of Amar lem suffered a heart attack while a passenger on a plane from Akron to Chicago. He died at 5 20 p m after the plane landed at Archbold and he was taken to a hospital. Christie attended a Goodyear board meeting in Akron earlier and complained of not feeling well after the session.

Archbold Akron Chicago Robert E. Christie Investment Bankers’ Association of Amarlem Chrise Bowens G. Schartner Goodyear Oi Kire and Rubber Company Christie

Rioters Seize City Building in Lorient France

Rioters seized and held Lorient's city center in a fierce clash after clashes on Sunday. Barricades blocked streets as hundreds were arrested and many injured. Fascist newspaper offices were stormed amid street fighting and police violence.

Lorient France le Nouvelliste du

Tufie Seen in Hub Sparks World Wide Search

In Boston a shop employee positively identified a woman linked to the Marguerite Ferrand case, triggering a global manhunt. Leopold Besterman, Ferrand’s attorney, believes Miss Turverson may still be alive as police review cleaning shop records for identity clues.

Boston Vienna Leopold Besterman Marguerite Susanne Ferrand

One Cent Levy Laid by State for 1934 35

The state board of public works yesterday laid a one cent levy on each $200 of property for the state general fund for 1934 35. Levies for retirement of state debts were fixed at two cents on each $100 of tangible personal property used in agriculture two and one half cents on each $100 of intangible property and other charges at three cents on each $100 of rest.

State Board of Public Works West Virginia Virginia

Astor and Ex Cab Driver's Daughter Wed Permit

Newport June 23 7 John Jacob Astor III and Ellen Tuck French obtained their license to marry after a social season defining scandal and matchmaking bustle. The wedding will be held at St Leonard’s Episcopal with lavish society attendance and mentions of the French and Gillespie families.

Astor Newport John Jacob Astor Ellen’ Tuck French City Hai Young Astor America Eileen Gillespie Lawrence Lewis Gillespies New York Misa French Francis O. French Dedham Livingston French

Roosevelt Pushes National Planning and Coordination Effort

President Roosevelt moves toward Washington to review the national planning program and appoint new agencies to oversee stock exchanges and communications. A Delano headed committee drafts a plan for federal state and local coordination of internal improvement and resource use with a mid summer target.

Hyde Park Roosevelt Washington Farley Plan Group Sopeevelt Soserent Fatay Ih G Santhalitee Frederic A. Delano Wesley Mitchell Columbia University Charles E. Merriam Chicago University George Waite Ine Plesse Tarato

Barometer Signals No Cooling Soon in Charleston Area

In the Charleston region the United Fuel Gas barometer read 93.3 inches at eight o clock last night, near 93.3 at noon yesterday as the thermometers showed 96 degrees. Forecasters suggested potential thundershowers but brief and intense, with continued hot conditions. Many residents endured yesterday’s heat during a busy weekday, unlike Sunday when crowds sought shade and relief.

Charleston Ae Valley United Fuel Gas Company Reotrey Ohio Mercury

Rogers Praises White in Review of News

Beverly Sills notes praise for White as Allen White receives a high American ism award. The letter mentions press trends and cautious optimism about future coverage, with commentary on competing outlets and a sense of wary media dynamics.

Beverly Sills Wi- Nam Allen White

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National Control Board Millie Willis Norma Millen Slayer Will Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel, and Tin Workers William Green Frances Perkins Green Pittsburgh Perkins Louis Leonard Amalgamated M. F. Tighe Edward Miller Thomas Gillis Aids of Tighe Associated Press Democratic National Committee Senate Snader N. Dakota World News Hyde Tame Beer Ned Ala Aan Metal Workers Tndus Edward W. wWaildy Brownin Fighting For Life Ucenved Deaters Havana London Britain Repoona India Mahatma Ganghh Monton Wid Watand G Life Blue Eagle Busey Mills Harriman, Tenn Ealae Ies Hermit Slayer Connecticut Woods Anne Reynolds Ol Fated U. S Ivan Miss Ferrand Ivan Poderisy Miss Turverson New York Atoms Podegay Europe Et Bis Pride Stephen Stephen J. Flaherty New York City Miss “French Bellevue Avenue William Storrs Chetwode Miss Gillespie Jong Harold St. George Wineglass Pulpit Hamilton French Berbe 'S Is Vista Lloyd P. Griscom Gas Co Rogers
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