Governors picks four top state department heads
Governor H. G. Kump moved quickly to replace Republican officials naming Fred L. Fox of Sutton as state tax commissioner P. D. Shingleton of Clarksburg as state police superintendent George T. Watson of Fairmont as compensation commissioner and L. Bailey of Thomas as chief of the state department. Edgar L. Dickson of Union was named secretary to the governor and James W. Harris Jr of Wheeling as private secretary. The appointees take charge as commissions issued. Resignations of most incumbents were expected.
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Townsend
H. G. Kump
Fred L. Fox
Sutton
P. D. Shingleton
Clarksburg
George T. Watson
Fairmant
Aes L. Bailey
Thomas
State Department
Edgar, Dickson
Union
James W. Barris, Jr
Wheeling
State House
Kymp
Homer A. Halt
Partion
Welch
Halt
G. O. PT
Fox
Thoms C. Townsend
Kump
Col. B.j.,osborn
W. G. Conley
Charles L. Heatherlin
Raleigh County
Gore
Gon Jey
Kew
Deadlock Looms in City Council Pension Vote
City councilmen confront a potential deadlock tonight over selecting a candidate for the 1911 councillor-at-large vacancy caused by James O. Lakin’s resignation. A. W. Laing faces opposition from Lee Davis, who has shifted his position with De Gruyter and Wertz, and Davis is expected to nominate Henry Whemin as a compromise candidate. A second vacancy from O. K. Sutton’s death will also be filled, with CG. R. Mors backing the administration’s pick.
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James 0. Lakin
A. W. Laing
Lee Devis
Davia
Davis
WV. Wertz
Lukas de Gruyter, Jr
Henry Whemin
Charleston
DeGruyter
Taing
Wertz
Rainey Plans Beer Action in Congress
Washington reports that Henry T. Rainey of Illinois, the incoming Democratic speaker, promises quick action to legalize beer. Aimed for before April 1, the plan hinges on a two thirds vote under suspension of the rules on March 20, with revenue estimates ranging up to 300 million dollars from a 35 dollar barrel tax.
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Washington
Henry T. Rainey
Illinois
Rommes
Starce
Relney
Ralney
Congress
House
Senate
Senate Judiciary Committee
Senser
Rulney
Veto Sparks Fresh Debate Over Veteran Expenditures
Washington March 5 The new president faces pressure to restart legislative fights over federal veteran spending after Hoover vetoed the independent offices appropriation bill. The veto blocks 945 088 000 for the veterans administration and other agencies, prompting calls for a new bill and budget cuts, with Garner proposing granting the president power to cut direct veterans benefits.
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Washington
Herbert Hoover
Jaet
Independent Offices
Veterans Administration
Shipping Board
Interstate Commerce Commission
Wrace Commission
White House
Farm Board
Roosevelt
Lewis W. Douglas
Congressional Democrats
Congress
Garner
West Virginia Banks Directed To Bank Holiday in 1933
L. R. Chater, estate commissioner of banking, sent a telegram to all banks and financial institutions in West Virginia. It instructs observers to a bank holiday from Monday March 6 to Thursday March 9, 1933, under Roosevelt's proclamation and with Governor Kump's approval.
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L. R. Chater
West Virginia
Franklin D. Roosevelt
United Sates
KH. G. Kump
Govenor
Joy in Hidden Things Sermon by Salvation Army Commandant Rose
Major George Rane, new local Salvation Army commandant, preached that God hides things to give joy in finding. He cited Proverbs 25 2 and Matthew 13 44 about sharing concealed truths with the humble, and recalled a Ravello tale of toiled labor seeking gold hid in a fireplace, urging faith over visible riches.
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George Rane
Salvation Army
Gazette
Rose
Babes
Ravello
State's New Regime Takes Office to Start Action
Governor Kulp begins a fresh administration with plans to push major reforms in taxes reorganization and school funding. A general sales tax proposal could yield up to 25 million dollars annually, while indirect sources are expected to raise 15 million. Reorganization aims include a one man road commission a secondary road system a county unit school plan and a conservation commission. The legislature meets the Haul week of the 60 day session amid expectations of possible extended action.
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Gassouuord Rete Sa
Democratic
Lasy Jol
Kulp
Kump
Weat Vitelia
Hoover Enters Carefree Life in Private Citizen Years
Former President Herbert Hoover transitions to private life after leaving the Waldorf Astoria. He travels quietly by motorcycle escort to New Canaan Connecticut to visit friends Edgar Rickard and family, while remaining engaged with national affairs through secretary Lawrence Richey. The return travel plans to Panama and California are undecided, with a possible overland route to Palo Alto debated.
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New York
Herbert Clark Hoover
Connecticut
Evch & A
Hicover
Lawrence Richey
Waldorf-Astoria
Mathatian
New One Tear
Conz
Edgar Rickard
White House
Hoover
Richey
Panama
Faniic
California
Herbert Hoover
West Filiadelphia
Palo Alto
Japs Bomb Chinese Probing Jehol Front Near Koupeitow
Japanese air and ground forces struck across Jehol province pressuring Chinese positions around Koupeitow. Jehol city fell to 128 Japanese troops while Chinese defenses under Marshal Chung Hsiao-Liang, Sun Tien-Xing, and Chiang Kai-Shek prepared counter moves. The Manchurian staff anticipated contact with Major General Helsite Hatter’s 14th infantry brigade as Japanese divisions pushed toward Chengtezu and the provincial capital.
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Jehor
Marshall Chung Hsiao-Liang
Ching
Koupeitow
China
Jewol City
Cuengtefu
Jirovince
Jenol
Jehol
Koupeiltown
Sun Tien-Xing
Chihfeng
Weichang
Chiang Kai-Shek
Chincee
Charg
Utt
Helsite Hatter
Fingchuan
Hattori
Ghing
Kaluhutin
Taila
Chengtezu
Nation to Honor Walsh at State Funeral in Washington
Washington leaders gather in the Senate chamber for a state funeral honoring Montana Senator Thomas J. Walsh. President Roosevelt plans to attend as several dignitaries and diplomats join the widow Mrs Neven Perez Chauracnt Walsh and family in paying respects before the burial in Helena. Archbishop Cytée and Bishop Mc Samara will preside in the chamber, a ceremony repeated only once in 25 years.
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Washington
Thomas J. Walsh
Montana
America
Roosevelt
Congressional
Niéven Perez Chauracnt Walsh
Enator
Florida
Den
Daughster
Emmett
Gudger
John Walsh
Helens
Wile Gavin
Michael J. Cytéy
Jem McSamara
Woodin Denies U S Off Gold Plan
Secretary Woodin denied that the United States was off the gold standard and described the president's proclamation as a cautious step toward stabilizing finances. He noted Switzerland's gold standard status and warned against misinterpretation while signaling possible treasury action on gold redemption and bank access during the holiday period. Some banking sections would close or restrict access, with temporary safeguards and limited interstate use of scrip discussed as potential options. The official urged public confidence to move the country toward economic recovery.
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Washington
Woodin
United States
Switzerland
White House
Treasury
New York
Roovevelt
Woodtu
Unite States
Mayor Cer mak dies after gunfire at Roosevelt shooting
A Chicago mayor dies after being wounded by a bullet fired at President Roosevelt. Authorities report the mayor Anthy J. Cermak and several Wis favi Ty members were struck during a twilight incident near the bedside of Mayor Cer mak, as he deteriorates in the hospital.
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Miame
Wis Favi Ty
Anthy J. Cermak
Chicago
Roosevelt
Roosevelt Proclaims Bank Holiday and Currency Controls
President Roosevelt declares a four day modified bank holiday and takes control of the nation’s currency. He orders an export embargo on gold and silver and authorizes clearing house certificates to aid exchange during the emergency. Treasury and Federal Reserve banks will close, with Congress summoned to return for action.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Woodin
Treasury
Federal Reserve
Congressional
Senate
Congress
President Roosevelt calls Congress to act on monetary crisis
Roosevelt outlines an emergency program to restore money exchange and convenes Congress for a special session on March 9 1933. White House discussions with Cabinet and Federal Reserve leaders focused on clearing house certificates backed by bank assets to keep monetary activities flowing while banks are closed. Optimism rose among officials and inaugural crowds as a rapid legislative response seemed likely before Thursday action.
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Washington
UFI
Roosevelt
Congress
White House
Treasury
America
Federal Reserve
Congress of the
United States
Capitol
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Executive Mansion
Robinson
Arkansas
Thousands of Inauguration Guests Stranded in Washington
Nearly 20 000 visitors left Washington after the Roosevelt inauguration found trains sold out and taxis slow. Many ran short of cash after sightseeing, begging for money and crying for help as transportation broke down and hotels filled. The parade route was crowded and cleanup crews struggled to clear the mess.
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Washington
Union Station
Roosevelt
Mackey
Capitol
White House
MesNtinno
Executive Mansion
Nation Sportive Over Bank State New York March
The Nation runs on ready cash cut by banking holidays using scrip and credit as exchange. People joke about the vanished cash while merchants report solid Saturday business with checks accepted and stores extending charge for regular customers.
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York
March
O. U
America Happy For President Says Will
Santa Monica notes express unusual national happiness with the president, praising his wisdom over Congress and bankers. The piece claims broad support even amid wrongdoing and mocks opposition, urging action and resilience despite distress.
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America
Will
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Associated Press
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