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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1934
Page
1
President Roosevelt vetoed fourteen bills after Congress adjourned and prepared a national radio address for Thursday night. He planned a state of the union style report and noted the press seeks a more affirmative stance against vetoes.
Baton Rouge June 26 After hints of action against gambling Louisiana Governor Allen kept the public guessing. Huey P. Long urged use of the national guard as he did in 1928 but the governor declined to confirm any militia plan. Gambling resorts in New Orleans reportedly remained open pending developments as rumors centered on Jackson Barracks and mobilization plans.
A gas station owner was found dead in his home from a neck gunshot early today. Police and Prosecutor Wilson Anderson opened an investigation with no arrests reported.
In Edmonton on June 26 Vivian MacMillan tearfully recounted resisting Premier John Brownlee for six months after meeting him at her Edson home in 1930. She said he promised protection and a government job if she stayed compliant, and that she felt mentally dominated by his temper and influence.
Three candidates filed notices with Secretary of State W. S. O'Brien for state senate seats. A J Wilkinson of Huntington seeks the Democratic nomination for the fifth district covering Cabell Lincoln and Putnam. James M Mason of Charleston seeks the eighth district seat with Kana wha Logan and Boone counties. G C Belknap of Gassaway is also listed.
A 40 percent rise in employment and a 78 percent jump in payrolls were cited by the cotton textile industry as key gains of the NRA first year. The code cut hours and raised wages, abolished child labor, and set an example for 468 industries while warning of rising costs and militant wage demands.
New York officials debated a possible indictment for Ivan Poderjay over the disappearance of his bride Agnes Turverson. Police and an assistant district attorney reviewed evidence after Turverson vanished days after their December wedding. Poderjay, whose other wife was found in Vienna with Turverson's trousseau, faced questions about perjury or grand larceny.
President Roosevelt moves toward a new conciliation system under the Wagner act after approval from Perkins Wagner Richberg and Johnson. The plan centers on a central labor board replacing the National Labor Board, with regional or special boards to handle disputes and labor unrest nationwide.
Anna Antonio a 31 year old mother of three is set for execution in the electric chair at Sing Sing Thursday night. Her clemency bid was heard by Gov. Lehman as she pressed for hope while awaiting her fate. The case involves alleged plot with Sam Farraci and Vin cent Saetta to kill her husband with life insurance cited as motive. Her lawyer Daniel Prior brought her three children to the clemency hearing.
The Charles ton fire department will begin daily morning setting-up exercises at 6:45 conducted by captains at each station. Fire Chief J L McLane promotes the program to improve department efficiency. Absences must be reported. sickness and prior night fires are only valid excuses.
In Dedham Massachusetts Norma denied aiding murderer Millen during cross examination by District Attorney Dewing. She wept on the stand as three suitcases and two cartons of clothes from her Boston apartment were shown, argued to be bought with stolen funds.
Jack Johnson, the former heavyweight contender now 50, told Bergen County prosecutors that a letter signed K K K ordered him to quit his Hasbrouck Heights nightclub and Teterboro boxing activities. The letter threatened a burning cross and cited Johnsons appearance at Hackensack opening for clean sport.
London jury finds Tilly Losch James guilty of adultery with Prince Serge Obolonsky. Decree nisi granted to Edward James, brother of Mrs. Marshall Field. six months before final decree. Prince Obolensky remains calm amid eight day trial. judge pays tribute to Lady Cavendish.
The state road commission opened bids for 17 road projects in 13 counties. Low bidders include Kanawha at Cabin Creek road Chelyan paving $25 817 75 Monongahela Construction Barbour 11 798 miles Belington Nestorville surface heated stone base Fairmont for Monongaah.
In Washington President Roosevelt returns to the capital to survey the recovery program ahead of Thursday's address. Harriman Tennessee workers laid off from the Harrriman mill face aid options while urging government help. General John Fan warns Barrimen mill that Blue Eagle support requires improvement. Baton Rouge signals potential use of militia against Long-Walmsley gambling house. Textile industry ends year under code with a 40 percent rise in employment. Dedram Mass Norma Milten collapses again as a shoe firm faces trouble.
Washington report on Hugh Johnson's demand that the Tennessee hosiery mill grant labor concessions to restore a blue eagle. Johnson cites government action steps and notes the justice department handles prosecutions while Cummings reviews a complete file and the national labor board's transcripts.
Beane Pierce, 39, of Charleston, was shot to death last night at a Slack Street residence after threatening the shooter with a knife. Mrs. Nora Naylor surrendered after stating she fired in self defense when Pierce entered her home and advanced with a knife. Evelyn Johnson witnessed the incident. Pierce died shortly after at Bartlett funeral home. Coroner and police investigated. Naylor was charged with murder. Surviving Pierce include his mother Mrs. Sallie Pierce and a sister Homer Pierce.
In Lorient France a passenger boat carrying 100 arsenal workers was rammed and sunk in full view of crowds. Six dead and six injured reported as divers worked to rescue trapped passengers and raise the vessel Prosperite. The collision caused by a smaller ship left a large stern hole and a dangerous current seaward, with officials to confirm the final death toll.
Governor Kump challenged the next General Assembly to elect men and women who will serve the public without personal gain. He reviewed the county unit law and financing, warned revenue limits, and noted many lawmakers were patriotic while others must avoid enriching themselves at public expense. He said the old independent school system was voted out and new plans needed to keep schools open. Revenue remained unavailable in major counties under the old system.
Sherman H. Ears, an attorney, was disbarred by Circuit Judge Arthur P. Hudson in West Virginia after the Bar Association petition cited malpractice. The case claimed he collected funds for J William Hall's estate and failed to remit within six months, leading to a widow Grace M. Hall securing a circuit court judgment later ignored. The bar sought repayment before revoking his license.
Gene Tunney spoke at length about his new son born today at New York medical center. He joked about becoming a referee with two boys ready to square off and dismissed rumors he would name the child Jack Dempsey. He noted the baby weighs 8 pounds 11 ounces, larger than the first, Gene Lauder Tunney, now two and a half. The hospital said mother and baby are in fine condition. Polly Lauder Tunney is the former George Lauder Jr.'s daughter.
May sales tax collections exceeded the forecast with total deposits reaching 585,951.87 by closing time, versus April’s 484,373.30. Observers expect June to top 600,000 as emergency tax rules remain in effect. Isaiah Smith notes a few delinquencies and field agents will pursue them.
The mercury rose to 101 degrees in Charleston between 3 and 4 PM to establish the season high, per United Fuel Gas Co. thermometer. Forecasts promise thundershowers to ease the heat. Hospitals reported no prostration cases despite the heat.
Beverly Hills Calif June 26 Congressmen arriving from Wisconsin resemble hitch hikers as they begin the fall election campaign. One says the easy life ends now with the job to win votes while another admits uncertainty about what to promise voters as they await guidance from Mr Roosevelt.
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