Early Senate Action on Dry Repeal Looms
Washington November 26. Leading supporters push for early repeal of the Volstead Act as Speaker Garner plans a House vote on opening day of the short session. Senators McNary Harrelson and Snell express support for rapid action with constitutional paths under discussion and party leaders weighing strategy.
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Washington
Abs
Garner
House
McNary
Oregon
Senate
Harrelson
Enouh
Gyles
GTP
Artis
Bani
New York
Congress
Snot
Tre
Aspen Biles
Snell
Garber
Turner
Prison Sentences Ordered by Judge McClintic in West Virginia Case
Judge George W. McClintic sentenced more than a dozen prisoners after guilty pleas as part of a large term in Charleston. About 114 inmates were sent to penitentiaries or reformatories, with several fined or transferred to Huntington and Bluefield terms. A male defendant from Charleston was kept from probation to provide for his family, while other defendants faced two-year terms for bootlegging and related crimes.
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George W. McClintic
Federal District Court
Jules McClintic
Gen Shticer
Huntington
Bluefield
Edward A. White
McClane
Charleston
Januery
Rondafias
Chillicathe
Teraackins
Joan Cox
Cohnte
Jaquie
Greenbrier County
Son
Fenves
Ponvensial
Vile
Melee McClintle
Barter and Trade Listings From TY McGovran’s County Notice
A long community barter notice lists residents offering goods and services for trade, including carpentry, livestock, poultry, farm produce, incubators, clock repairs, and labor. Names include J B Gibson and Miles. claimed trades cover food, equipment, and farm work. The document shows a county agricultural agent coordinating exchanges and identifying participants seeking barter deals.
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T.Y. McGovran
Kaenewha
Cour
Usny
J. B. Gibson
Carpentey
Bascom Stuath
Bigley Avenue
Wil
Reed
Fo Tumplin
Marie Wts
Otis
Sean Scheetsabs
Arent Tama
National Legion Leader Urges Veterans Aid and Tax Fairness
American Legion national commander speaks at a public meeting in Clarssburg West Virginia urging continued veterans appropriations. He denounces opponents as tax flyers and claims most tax burden falls on a small group while defending federal support for veterans.
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Johnson
Trser
Federal Income Taxpayers
Pleake
Brooklyn Prisoner Slays Guard Then Turns Gun on Self
In New York a Brooklyn prisoner shot and killed a guard then shot himself. Deputy Ward Andrew McCormick of New York identified the suspect as Meonnell. Harry Honreck, son of the warden, was wounded in the leg but not seriously. Police mobilized four hundred officers as flood lights illuminated the scene at the facility.
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Brooklyn
New York
Raymond Street
Justin Brooks
Andrew McCormick
New York City
Wam Meonnell
Yorkelty
Harry Honrek
Wilson Honcex
River improvement plans gain backing in Congress
Remarks from Representatives Hogg and Jenkins show support for deepening the Kanawha and Ohio rivers. A telephone talk with Merrill and local leaders indicates quick congressional action and broad local interest in river works to replace an old dam number 268, aiding downstream navigation.
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Ane Coopers
Congrass
Jenkins of
Ono
Songrass
Kanawha
Ohio
Merril
Gullinals
Gallipolis
Ole River
Polit Mensant
B. B. Hot
Humble Americans Share Keen Viewpoints on Time of Stress
The article reports on a study by The Associated Press exploring how ordinary Americans, including workers like bakers and grocers, view social strain and mood. It notes civilizational tensions, fears of upheaval, and calls for industrial remedies to secure essentials of life.
Hoover Seeks War Debt Review Across Nations
Notes from the United States to Poland and Czechoslovakia say payments due December 13 cannot be waived. The State Department adds the president may ask Congress to create an agency to study the whole war debt issue. The stance contrasts with Roosevelt's call for broader handling of debts and public commissions.
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Washington
State Department
Poland
Czechoslovakia
United States
Congress
Une
France
Brigain
Grant Brita
Dent Hoover
Raosevelt
Roosevelt
Page
Henry Ford Operated On in Detroit Hospital
Henry Ford, aged 64, underwent an emergency operation at Ford Hospital after illness and earlier complaints of cold. Dr Roy D McClure led the procedure as Mrs Ford and the Ford family watched, with condition reported stable post operation.
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Henry Port
Hus
Erry Ford Hospital
Roy D. McClure
Ford
Anc
Ford Moteur
Lobbs Hospital
Youthful Robber Caught in Flight
Four youths attempted a daylight robbery at the United Dry Cleaning Company branch in Charlestown. One youth was struck by a patrolman during a chase along Charlestown Street. he was treated and detained. The main suspect was held for juvenile court with others under arrest for further hearings.
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United Dry Cycening Company
Braich
Charletun
B. Rust, Jr
Charléaton Street
Elty Polian
Clark Tole
Bew
Cuttie
Rust
Bern
Mium
W Hindley
Tor
Morgan Owen
Armistice in Politics Sought as German Crisis Deepens
Berlin reports outline a potential armistice effort amid failed talks to form a new cabinet. President Paul von Hindenburg may delay naming a chancellor as Franz von Papen resigns, with Gesvey Schlaicher as defense minister and Otto Melasue t helping shape policy under a stalled government.
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Berlin
Paulson
Weber
Gesvey Schlaicher
Otto Melasuet
Sven
Franz von Papen
von Pram Borin
de Heath
Kurt Geerleler
Konstantin
Neurathibe von Papen
Gem
Adal Ydler
Nationid
Gvaldert
B N A I Brith To Present Pleague
The Charleston B'nai B'rith prepares a celebratory program marking the society's long history and honors a civic leader for tireless service. The event features Lodge officials and community figures with plans announced in the Gazette.
Roosevelt Hopes for Aid for 1932 Crops
Gov Roosevelt meets farm leaders in Warm Springs and urges quick congressional action on farm relief. He plans a Washington gathering with the National Grange to build support for relief legislation tied to the 1933 crop season and farm needs.
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Roosevelt
Warm Springs
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Congress
Louis J. Et
Putherian
Wington
Tober
Guinee
Derteleb
Roosevell
Franco Russian Pact Signed in Paris Hailed as Stability Instrument
The Franco Russian pact of conciliation was signed in Paris and described by the Paris press as an important instrument for European stability. Each nation promises to resist armament against the other and to respect each other’s sovereignty, with mutual aid if the other is attacked.
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Cateneh
Paris
Europe
Canhuviedas
Ger
Lrdie Reek and
Peeser
Francs Oor Raye
Isley Tate's Sons Face Guilty Pleas in Father’s Murder
In a West Virginia case, Isley Tate's sons hear pleas in the murder of their father. Two defendants admit guilt to charges tied to the ambush and theft of $200 from the father's pockets. The third defendant faces receiving portion of the money and potential mercy of the court. The murders occurred September 15 at the family home. lawyers argued over money collected by the suspects.
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TsTos Mey
Gounser Bor
Isley
Tate
Mountwneer
Tem
Ceaveo
John
West Virginia
Hilta
Favorable Business Reports of the Day
Reports from Ute Awe Railway, the Commerce Department, and the Pineapple Producers Cooperative outline improved freight car landings for mid November, October exports rising above September and August, and a $31 million advertising plan for melons in 35 cities.
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Chicago
Ute Awe Railway
Asvoctatiya Ferry
Hiea
Iin Bt Chase
Washington
Commerce Department
San Francisco
Thane Somme — Pireapple
Axeocin
Tims
ReEpeoprie Melon
Ay Newspanera
Ban on Wine Tonic Lifted by State Tax Official
State Tax Commissioner T. Townsend said he would adopt a liberal interpretation of prohibitions on a wine tonic containing 22 percent alcohol. His remarks marked his first since taking permit duties for the liquor licensing bureau after the special session. Townsend linked repeal of the eighteenth amendment to his policy stance and pledged to respond to the public verdict.
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T. ©. Townsend
Townsend
Elosse
Marchers Face Tight City and Capitol Oversight
Washington officials vow firm measures as demonstrators arrive for Congress opening. Police and federal authorities prepare to curb trouble while civic groups refuse to provide feeding or housing. Local leaders seek federal responsibility if duties clash with normal police work.
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Washington
Metropolitan
Capitel
Anuluie
Army
Navy
Matehell
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Triode
Federation of Citizens' Associat
Real Eatave
Medau
Russian Religion Survives Soviet Policy In Armenia
Erivan reports that despite Soviet pressure Armenian Church leadership renewed ties with the state. A three day congress of church officials at Behmiadvin elected a patriarch and voiced gratitude for religious tolerance and autonomy in education and culture.
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Congress of Armenian Church
Msscow
Erivan
Koviet Republic
Behmiad
Vin
Lic Ehureh
Armenien
Post-Election Change of Heart At Cap itol Records
Post election records at the state auditor show officials except Gov. Conney withdrew reductions after drawing full November salaries. They used a constitutional carveout to avoid permanent cuts and later reversed earlier refunds, signaling potential broader refusal to accept further salary reductions.
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Capitol
State Auditor’s
William G. Conney
Statehouse
Offic Jcints
the Gazette
Tha Gazette
Hatfield Proposes War Debt Settlement in Lands
United States Senator Henry Hatfield urges trading war debts for lands held by European powers in the hemisphere. He cites Caribbean islands near the Panama Canal and a large Canadian area as potential compensation, arguing Britain would accept a debt-to-land swap if ready cash is scarce. He recalls the old fifty four or fight motto and notes the Oregon boundary settled at the forty ninth parallel.
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Huntington
United States
Henry D. Hat
Ield
West Virginia
Hatfield
Caribbean Sea
Penams Canal
Canada
Philippines
Caribbean
Empire
London
Oregon
Hudson City
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Associated Press
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Sanchopinsky
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Nassouid Jewish Hospital
Amarenst Jewry
Lay
Symnars Caupus
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