State General Fund In Red By 4 284 668
A report to the house of delegates by state auditor Edgar B. Simis shows the state general fund carrying an overdraft of 4 284 668.82 and a probable end year overdraft of 4 9234 858.82. The note details diversions of public utility revenues totaling 593 000, and a loan of 1 700 000 from Chase National Bank for the centre building.
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House of Delegates
Edgar B. Simis
Chua National Bank of New York
Sims
W. S. Johnson
Chase National Bank
Tuna
Peter
Paul” Wee
State General Fund
Virginia
Capitol
General School
General School Fund
Board of Public Work
State Fund of
General Revenue
General Fund
Avery
Indiana Politician and Veteran Wood Dies in Washington
Indiana political veteran BR Wood, 40 years in public service and former chair of the appropriations committee, died after a long career. He had recently suffered a political defeat but remained a respected figure in party circles. He had traveled to New York for a Mediterranean vacation.
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Washivgton
New York
Mediterranean
Byros
Tenerace
Chartmart
Hole
Tim Willis’s Pretend Wisdom Sparks School Debate
A fragment cites Pillie Willis quoting Robert Quillen about Tim being called dumb and teased at school. The remark reflects perceptions of intelligence and social pressure among students, hinting at classroom dynamics and expectations.
House Votes For Session Extension To March Thirty First
The House approved extending the 1983 session to March 31 by a 14 to 14 vote amid debate over alternatives. Governor and Attorney General support cited as necessary to properly extend. Senate action required for final enactment. discussions noted constitutional constraints and potential extraordinary session.
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HG Kump
HA. Holt
House of Delegates
F! Lantz
Wetzel
Senate
Thte Louse
Utility Inquiry Hotly Debated in State Legislature
A heated fight over a utilities inquiry dominated West Virginia's legislature as Delegate Holt vowed to push ahead with the investigation despite actions by the Senate. Senate charges and procedural rulings followed, with leaders accusing utilities of influencing candidates and policy while Governor Kump’s program drew guarded support. Page 10, Col. 2.
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House
Senate
Holt
Lewis
Chaiber
Haye
West Virginia
Mathews
Activites
Herald
Herold
D. Braxton
Henderson
Doddridge
Kump
Braxton
Senator White
Hampshire
White
Tax for Bonds Is Restricted by State Supreme Court
The state supreme court ruled that bond issue levies must fit the new tax amendment, except when necessary to protect existing contracts. The decision, in the Shinnston case, delays or limits future bond issuances and may affect districts with high bonded indebtedness.
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Stile Supreme Court
Jonn L. Finlayson
Shiniston
Robbers Take $50 From Beech Avenue Collector
Beech avenue collector Supple reported two masked men robbed him last night across from his home. They forced him to walk as one held a pistol and searched his pockets taking about $50. Police, led by Captain Arch Brown and Officer Eliot Horn, launched an investigation and ordered a roundup of suspects citywide.
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KR. L. Suppie
Beech Avenue
Supple
Vobvers
Arch Brown
Eliot Horn
Gilet
Senate Office Building Became a Whirl of Moving Desks
A chaotic moving day on Capitol Hill disrupted the Senate offices. Senators and staff scrambled to settle into newly assigned rooms as phones rang off the hook, desks shifted, and reporters hunted for the new districts. The scene featured Robinson of Arkansas and others as offices changed hands amid confusion and crowded corridors.
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Washington
Capital Hill
Genete
Senate
Robinson
Arkansas
Wyarkened
Wehcer
Moses
New Hampshire
Bank Regulation Summary Issued by Treasury Says Banks Authorized
Washington on March 7 outlines regulation changes authorizing banks and reserve banks to make changes while withholding gold or gold certificates. It allows safe deposit access, government check cashing with limits, reopening to normal business, and continuing essential banking functions including movement of food. Restrictions remain on gold, fees, and certain fiduciary withdrawals. normal fed functions by Reserve Banks continue in exchanging government securities.
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Washington
Sammary
Teese
Roosevelt Budget Chief Talks With President on Reorganization Plan
President Roosevelt and budget director Lewis Douglas moved toward a sweeping government reorganization plan. The discussions followed a luncheon at the White House and a session with cabinet members as they sought to balance the government's receipts and outlays.
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Arizona
Hed Bees
White House
Roosevelt
Douge Mense Trimn
Jailer's bullet stops jail escape attempt in Gallagher
Federal prisoner Fred Sparks, 24, of Gallagher, was shot through the leg during an escape attempt from a city jail. He fled to a courtroom, was recaptured by Jailer Williams with Detective Mi Jer and U.S. Deputy Marshal R. R. Mottesheard, and taken to Mountain Susie hospital with non life threatening injuries. Sparks faces charges of breaking and entering a post office in Mint Creek.
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B. BR. Williams
Fred Sparks
Gallagher
Sparks
Willams
Iailer
Oman
Mourttain Susie Hospital
R. R. Mottesheard
United States
Eden
Amet
Mint Creek
Gertion
Leo Lightner
Inichert
Lightner
Sparke
Jolley Willams
Wiley Tams
Wuliams
Juller
Bourks
R. B Woodall
Juan
Syerksat Dey
Badlelisag
Mir
Phil You
Ch Nat Soo
Mia Bhrougiy
Ihn Oiler
Enle Sparks
Banks Loosen Purse Strings Amid Bank Holiday Tension
New York and other centers show mixed cash release as banks begin to resume limited activity under Woodin rulings. Pay checks and basic commerce move, but officials and banks struggle with timing and clarity. Governor Lehman and Chase grapple with evolving guidance as lawmakers weigh options.
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New York
America
Chicago
Treasury
Weedin
Lehman
Snd
Chase National Bank
Woodin
Two Held in Kidnapping Case in Denver
Denver police announce the arrest of two men in the kidnapping of wealthy broker Charles Boettcher. Boettcher was held for ransom of 60000, with one suspect attempting suicide in custody. Detectives report positive identification of the ranch hideout and say Boettcher provided evidence of the scene.
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Denver
Cole
San Dakote
Charles Boettmer
Albert T. Clark
Charaterlain, & D
Arthur Youngberg
Rattrauder
Clark
Boettcher
Death of T. E. Embleton Retired Coal Operator
T E Embleton died at Mountain State hospital at 10 45 P M He was a coal operator from the Kanawha valley who came to Charleston in the 1880s from Durham England He was born November 3 1839 in Durham County England and brought to America by his parents He resided in Mason County and later Charleston He was married to Miss Jennie Morrison at Hartford Mason County on December 24 1875 He was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church and his survivors include one daughter Mrs H Maddwell of St Albans and several grandchildren He will be buried with details announced by the family
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Thomas & Rinkleton
Glola Stepet
Mountain State Hospital
Embie~ton
Kanawha
Main County
Emibleton
Durham County
Enitland
LISD
America
Parenti Ng
Mason County
Charlester
Mies
Jennie Morison
Hartford
Embie
Kimbleton
Chitterton
Hl Mhaddwedl
Sr. Albans
Baths
Oberle
Federal Reserve Bank To Advance Currency For Restricted Trade
Banks in Charleston and West Virginia plan to reopen today on a limited scale as the Federal Reserve Bank considers releasing funds after Secretary Woodin ruling questions. Local bankers expect a broader resumption by Thursday if Richmond permits. Governor Kump stated banks remain closed today and will operate only as allowed, with funds held in reserve and deposits accessible to move essential goods.
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Mankes
Charleston
West Vir Benlu
Federal Reserve Bank
Richmond
Bakkera
H. G. Kump
Roosevelt
Washington
Department of Banking
Kump
Secretary of the Treasury
Enid
West Virginia
Fauka
Fire Destroys Clothing Stock at Capitol Street Shop
A blaze confined to the Young Men's shop on Capitol Street caused an estimated 865,000 damage to stock, with smoke permeating the building. Discovered at 8:15 by a passerby and by a West Virginia Investigation Bureau employee, the fire drew all Central Fire Station units and trucks and was under control in about 25 minutes. Police used a rope to keep pedestrians away as crews battled smoke in the basement. Page 2, Column 8.
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Capitol Street
Nathan Deutsch
Tvlag A
Repeal Moves To Final Vote In State Legislature
State legislators pressed toward final action on repeal proposals for both state and national prohibition. A House approved a Senate amendment mandating regulatory legislation with a special election set for June 27 to choose convention delegates. Debates centered on cost estimates and election safeguards for a Charleston convention.
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House
Senate
G. A. Rairden
R. Mason
Rairden
J. P. Heacam D. Cabelli
Charlestory
Word Vote
Rubfen
A E Bivens House Attache Dies in Local Hotel Room
A E Bivens 56 Bluefield assistant clerk of the house of delegates died suddenly in a local hotel room after apoplexy. He slumped during conversation with Bluefield residents as doctors rushed in. pronounced dead at 11:15. Survived by his widow two brothers and eight children. Body to be moved to Bluefield for burial.
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A. B. Bivens
Bluefield
House of Delegates
B. M. Ryan
Hinton
Strange currency ties create odd exchanges across cities
A chaotic set of barter actions emerges as travelers and businesses adapt to cash shortages. In Salt Lake City passengers barter outfits and goods at a transit exhibit while Borger’s merchants issue scrip backed by company checks totaling 930,000. In San Francisco a man attempts to open a new colony at a bank, and Oklahoma City hosts a bank holiday where a pig is accepted as payment for coffee shop use. Kansas lawmakers may receive cash draws as the banking holiday continues.
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Salt Lake City
Borger
Tex
Hutcninsan
Oklahoma City
Banks Reopen Under Partial Basis In Roosevelt Plan
New York March 7 AP The federal reserve system aided member banks to finance payrolls and food movement while baring gold exchanges. Banks must show why extra currency is needed and exchange gold for non gold forms or credit. Vital step toward normal banking reviews and possible emergency scrip options via Emergency Certificate Corp planned by ex Governor Smith.
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New York
Federal Reserve System
Reserve
Secretary of the Treasury
Woodin
New York Federal Reserve Bank
Roosevelt
Federal Reserve Bank
Lehmas
Emergency Certificate Corp
Smith
Het Turi
Zangara Hearing Delayed by Judge Thompson
In Miami on March 7 the second arraignment of Giuseppe Zangara, accused of first degree murder for the attempted assassination of Franklin D Roosevelt, was postponed to nine oclock Thursday by Circuit Judge Aya Thompson. Guards disclosed Zangara resigns to death in the electric chair and hopes for more time to write his life history. He was brought in to answer the murder charge following the Chicago mayor Anton J Cermak shooting.
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Miami
Fla
Guiseppe Zanara
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Anton J. Cermok
Chicago
Aya. Thompson
Zangara
Murde
Cermeak Tribute Reflected in Remarks by Will
Beverly Hills California mourns with remarks on the tragic loss of Mayor Cermak. The message recalls his devotion to family service and the nation. The piece notes a contrasting epitaph idea for Lom Walsh returning to Montana and hints at broader sentiments on justice and friendship.
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Beverly Hilds
Calif
Mareth
America
Cermak
Lom Walsh
Montana
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