Farley to take leave as Roosevelt plans campaign duties
Roosevelt announced Farley will relinquish his post as postmaster general to direct a new election drive. William W. Howes will be acting postmaster general after the election on November 3. Farley’s leave lasts until August 1, with a pay cut of about 3875 dollars, while Howes gains temporary headship already credited for the 1932 Roosevelt campaign victory in South Dakota.
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William H. Woodin
William H. Woodin Resigned As Secretary of the Treasury
Henry Morgenthau, Jr
Breaks in Canal Tensions Raised at Montreux Conference
At Montreux Switzerland Russia and Britain clash over Black Sea access as Britain demands naval rights and Russia seeks full wartime naval ban. Austria Hungary signals possible Austro German accord with Italian approval seen as key. German Zeppelin Hindenburg flights prompt British government debate in the House of Commons.
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Five Men Die in Woolwich Arsenal Blast
The War Office reports an explosion in the Royal Arsenal at Woolwich killing five men. Details and extent of damage were not disclosed. Woolwich lies nine miles from London and houses barracks, camps, and factories including the royal military academy.
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Graves Presents Education and Finance Data to Graves
Montgomery July 8 Clint Harrison associate member of the Public Service commission traveled to Foley to deliver to Governor Bibb Graves educational data and samples from other states. Also present were Long state tax commissioner and Lawrence Lee legal advisor with Senator Hardy Riddle president pro tempore of the Senate who visited yesterday.
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Clint Harrison
Public Service Commission
Foley
Bibb Graves
Market Quiet Rally as Utilities Move Up in July Trade
Market quotes show a cautious advance led by utilities and major industrials amid drought and steel labor concerns. Gains in Great Northern Northern Pacific Chesapeake and Ohio and several others near session close with transfers around 900000 shares, while some laggards include Chrysler and American Can.
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Chicago Livestock Market Report Highlights Mixed Trade
Hog receipts 17 000 with direct bids around 10.25 to 10.90 top. sows about 25 lower. Cattle 12 000 with calves 1 500. fat and yearling classes slow to dull, bulk grainfed steers 8.00 to 9.25, top 9.00 on yearlings. Sheep 6 000 including 3 500 direct. white lambs steady to strong with gains 10-15 in spots, bulk native lambs 10.40 to 10.50.
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Cure for hay fever sought by U S agriculture bureau
Washington July 8 The department of agriculture announced a national effort to find a cure for hay fever and allergy symptoms. Dr Henry Stevens of the Bureau of Chemistry and Soils said the search aims to uncover practical remedies, with chemists studying allergic disturbances and noting one in ten Americans are affected. The investigation, authorized by the Bankhead Jones act, runs through the late summer into autumn as goldenrod sneezes are blamed for many cases.
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Petey Sarron Knocks Out Bobby Dean in Fifth
Petey Sarron of Birmingham, world featherweight champion, knocked out Bobby Dean of Philadelphia in the fifth round of a non-title bout before 3,000 spectators in Washington. Dean had won 27 straight, but Sarron’s relentless attack ended the fight with a kayo. Sarron weighed 130 pounds to Deans 127.
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Petey “Sarron
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Bobby Dean
Philadelphia
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Dean
Labor Survey Counts 4.6 Million Affected by NRA Invalidation
William Green president of the American Federation of Labor submitted to President Roosevelt a survey showing at least 4,576,501 workers have been affected by breakdowns in labor standards since the invalidation of the National Recovery Act.
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William Green
American Federation of Labor
Roosevelt
Cotton futures close steady in New Orleans trading
Cotton futures closed steady with gains of 50 to 61 points in New Orleans. July, October, December, January and May contracts showed varied high low and close figures, reflecting a firm session across the board.
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New York
Planes Bomb in Ethiopia Massacre Reported
Italian planes reportedly planned mass reprisals after an observation flight over Wallega in Ethiopia. Four occupants were killed including Major Antonio Locatelli, a notable pilot. a priest escaped to report the massacre to Addis Ababa. Attackers described as irregular Ethiopian soldiers.
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John D Rockefeller Birthday Cake Slice Delights Household
Ninety seven candles mark John D Rockefeller's birthday as cake cutting planned for noon. The financier, famed for frugal routines, claims health miracles and longevity from simple living and regulated meals. The spread includes cake for every household member and all estate staff.
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Mayor Bangs Faces Ouster Bid as Jail Term Continues
Amid a heat wave in the county, Ely council read an ouster ordinance aimed at ousting Mayor Bangs. The jailed mayor, denied by an injunction against extending municipal electric lines, seeks habeas corpus as attorney Baylor searches for a judge. The council previously passed the measure but Bangs vetoed it.
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Arthur D. Baylor
Bang
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Heat wave grips nation with record highs and drought
Scores of cities report extreme heat with Glendive Montana at 112 and Phoenix 110 while numerous states face drought and crop damage. Fires burn in western forests. governors warn of worsening conditions as rainfall offers limited relief and grain yields plummet.
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New Trial Ordered for Mrs Dorothy Sherwood in Albany
The New York Court of Appeals ordered a new trial today for Mrs Dorothy Sherwood, in Albany. The ruling reverses a prior conviction and directs retrial, details not fully disclosed in the fragment.
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Newburgh Woman Under Death Sentence For Murder Of Son
A Newburgh woman once a burlesque dancer and Salvation Army lassie is under death sentence after a conviction for the murder of her son Jimmie aged 2.
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Workers at Republic Steel oppose outside union drive in Alabama
About 500 Republic Steel employees at the Thomas works voted to oppose outsider union organizing efforts. They praised the plant’s representation plan and urged authorities to protect American citizens’ rights while conferences sought to resolve a broader steel industry strike tied to wage changes.
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Federal agents arrest man tied to St Paul kidnapping
Omaha Nebraska July 8 William Elmer Mead, wanted for questioning in the Edward G Bremer kidnapping case at St Paul Minnesota, was arrested today by federal agents in Omaha.
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Decatur Diary Highlights Local Visits and Sports Notes
The June Chamber of Commerce report shows five new industries contacted. Local and visiting figures include Mrs Cary and daughters from New Orleans, Rev Dennis in Athens on church business, and numerous merchants, actors, and residents from Morgan County towns visiting Decatur. The week covers wrestling, softball, hospital visits, and civic meetings with updates on health, weather, and parish activities.
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Byrnes Defended On Walkout At Philadelphia Convention
In South Carolina the senatorial race heats up over a minister leading a prayer at the Philadelphia convention. James E. Byrnes faces calls from opponents Col. William C. Harlee and That P. Stoney to explain why he left the conclave. The trio now tours counties ahead of the August 2 Democratic primary.
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Two New Cases Of Infantile Paralysis In County
County health officials report two new infantile paralysis cases prompting a health board recommendation to cancel gatherings. A citizen mass meeting postponed the Sacred Heart singing event, the July 17 horse show is delayed, and Sunday school and church activities are reduced to limit child exposure. Parents urged to keep children home. doctors foresee no serious outbreak with precautions.
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Alabama reports 70 infantile paralysis cases in state
An unofficial update shows 70 Alabama residents as victims of infantile paralysis with five new cases in Jefferson county, two in Cullman, and one in Geneva. Health officials warn against gatherings, deploy four doctors to the affected zone, and cancel CCC enrollment for Decatur until the outbreak is controlled.
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Labor Leaders Split Over Expulsion at Tampa Convention
Labor circles discuss possible expulsion of the Lewis group at the Tampa Florida convention next November. Nine of fifteen council members were reported favoring action, though whether they will vote remains unsure. Some favor assailing the Lewis group or seeking peace with concessions to avoid delay. Also noted is a county resident ill at home with chills and fever and a visit from Loy Gunter of Huntsville on business.
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