Woodcock Defends Prohibition Enforcement Morale and Progress
Washington reports on the second anniversary of Prohibition, with Woodcock the Grovernet describing agents as performing a difficult but improving task. He cites 19 percent of violations pursued resulting in some punishment in the first 11 months of the fiscal year, and Bureau of Prohibition figures showing 3,242 arrests versus 70,260 last year, 76,390 criminal terms, and 8,968 convictions split between fear and state peers, with total federal court convictions rising to 6,900 in the 1930-31 year.
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Weedoork
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West Virginians Debate on Amendments After Long Night of Voting
West Virginians gathered for the somber vote night amid confusion and scrutiny of quick ballots. Beckley figures from the State Association spoke on the 3rd Amendment while a platform committee member claimed the day would reveal the plan’s clarity. Delegates argued over rules and congestion duties as Gray Silver broadcast from Martisabury about ongoing Reckersville debate.
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Beckley
Gee 3Th Amendment
Beely
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Bocervatt
Two Sought in Local Homicide Probe
A wide search is underway for two men following a reported shooting involving a white driver and a Black woman. Troopers and county officials seek corroboration of the woman's account and the case is before a magistrate as investigators review evidence from the scene.
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Robertson
Obituary notices for several residents in local communities
Obituary notices report the deaths of Mrs. Edythe Daniels and Mrs. Mary Myers Punere along with other locals such as Albers Banks and Camie Wynn. Services are noted, including times and cemeteries, with survivors and affiliations mentioned in scattered fragments.
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Mia
Mary Yyern
Beemer
Sumali Myers
Angelia
Democratic Platform Urges Radical Economic Reform
The resolutions committee backing a Democratic platform calls for drastic reductions in federal spending, a balanced budget, expanded federal credit, tariff reform, unemployment relief, farm support, and a firm foreign policy, including arbitration and Monroe Doctrine cooperation. It opposes debt cancellation and supports temperance measures and stronger campaign finance rules.
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Lindbergh Kidnap Case Details Surface at Trial
Federal investigator Wilson faces questions about Curtis and an unnamed source tied to the Lindbergh baby kidnapping. The court cites safety concerns in withholding the source while noting Crown methods inquiry found no grounds for third degree tactics on Violet Sharpe prior to her death.
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Cureta
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Curtis
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West
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Haskell
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Dwight W. Morrow
Miss Sharpe
Boy 15 Enters Dartmouth This Fall
WYNN Massachusetts report states a 15 year old, B Borofexi of Wynn will enter Portsmouth College in the fall, excelling academically and advancing beyond peers in his school career. A separate note from Oregon House details Mrs Walter Jacoby boiling macaroni on a porch when a rattlesnake appeared and was killed nearby. In San Antonio Prohibition supporters discuss not repealing the 18th amendment at a Women’s Christian Temperance Union meeting.
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Philippines
Democratic Speech Clash Over Repeal at Convention
In a disorderly session a 20 minute prohibition demonstration and a 12 minute reception to Alfred E. Smith split delegates on repeal and party platform. Hull and allies faced boos as Smith supporters urged immediate repeal of the amendment, with references to Wilson and Smith amid chaotic gallery reactions.
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Hull
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al Smith
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Radio Highlights From Democratic Convention Broadcast
Radio coverage of the fourth day of the Democratic convention will be broadcast by WEAP WJZ NBC and WABC CBS starting at noon with all activities transmitted. The schedule includes talks by Mrs Charles Dana Gideon Ruth Bryan Owen Senator Tydings Governor Ely and a keynote by Alfred E. Smith amid a roaring crowd and chants from delegates.
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Republican candidate’s speech and party tensions noted
The report recalls a GOP candidate four years ago wanting unity and action. He formed a commission spending a half million dollars, then suppressed its report. At the convention sentiment favored plebiscite support, with calls for honest tax definition and anti saloon language previously tied to Wheeler. The speech drew renewed applause from the New York delegation.
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Wayne B. Wheeler
New York
Topical programs replace stereotyped commencements in Pa
Harrisburg June 30 The Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction announced that topical commencement programs replaced the old stereotyped format this year in many public schools. The Washington bicentennial served as the theme with graduates developing the program themselves for future years the landing of Pennsylvanian soil to form a new theme.
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Department of Public Instruction
Washington
Penn
Prepare 1932 Tourist Maps for Distribution
Harrisburg June 20 The state highway department plans to distribute 1932 Pennsylvania tourist maps showing state highway routes in red, connecting roads, county lines and natural features. Requests for copies are limited, no sales are allowed, and three colors are used. Bible in 655 languages BTCCKHOLM The Bible now translated into 683 languages or dialects per the Foreign Bible Association meeting in London.
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State Highway Department
Crean
London
Foreign Bible Sesociation
Ambiguous Delegates Debate Fails to Coalesce in Session
Fragmentary notes describe delegates in a stalled session as they seek leadership paths and try to push a more reform minded agenda. Repeated calls for direction hint at internal divisions and unclear outcomes.
Clarence Wilson Convicted in Interpreted Charge Dispute
Court records describe Clarence True Wilson convicted after a contested trial. Witnesses including Dr von testified about stop positions and sterner challenges during the intersection dispute. Judge Stacer noted inconsistencies in the cited times and statements by Dr. Wilson and others amid the proceedings.
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Hes Ale
Von
Stacer
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