Cause of mountain airliner crash under investigation
Port Jervis N Y December 21 department of commerce inspectors explored wreckage of a giant airliner to determine the crash cause that left 11 people unharmed while four crew and passengers suffered injuries. Fliers Merrill Badly Injured in hospital with possible jaw and ankle fractures Merrill praised surviving passengers and recalled the stormy landing near Matamoras Pa near the New York New Jersey Pennsylvania line. The crew said rain fog and heavy static hindered visibility and navigation as the craft approached Newark bound airport after participating in an airport dedication event. The crash site lies about 60 miles from Newark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Jervis
Department of Commerce
R. I. Lossow
Merrill
Dick Merrill
Trans- Atlantic
Pan-American
Eastern Airlines
Matamoras
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Boundary Lines
Samuel Saggio
Milburn
N. J
John Battle
Herbert Hall
Harrington Park
Newark
West Palm Beach
Jacksonville
Richmond
Camden
Heavy Buying Continues Into Christmas Eve Drives
A fragment from page one notes heavy charity activity as baskets are prepared and distributed to the needy in the city on Christmas Eve. The text mentions remembering the poor and suggests county children will receive aid, though details are incomplete.
Radio Schedule Hour by Hour For West Virginia Area
A detailed listing of station lineups from 6:00 P M through after midnight including WMMN NBC CBS CBS KDKA WGN WLW WJZ WGR CKLW and others. Programs span news dramas orchestras choirs and spoken features with names like Abe Lyman Hilliard Hall and Lone Ranger among performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
NBC
John Guerney
CBS
News of
KDKA
WGY
Grace
Scotty
WLW
Vicki Chases
WJR
Jimmie Allen
WMMN
Studio Theatre
Bs—Renfrew of the Mounted
Lowell Thomas
Billy and
Betty
WGN
WCAU
Amos 'N
Andy
Franklyn Fitton
Billy Mills
WJZ
Mary Small
Uncle Hara
Popeye the Sailor
Jack
Lum
Abner
Buddy
Ginger
WGAR
WOR
Landt Trio
White
Welcome Lewis
Julian Noa
Boake Carter
John Herrick
Ralph Kirbery
The
Follies
Marcato Club
WHP
Harry Searth
Enoch Light
Richard Crooks
Margaret Speaks
Gus Haenschen
Pick
Pat
Abe Lyman
Oliver Smith
Bernice Claire
CKLW
Veloz
Yolanda
Diamond City News
Viennese Vagabonds
Wor—Rubinol
American Family Robinson
Jack Pearl
Kool
the Baron Muenchausen
Cliff
Sharkie” Hall
Morton Bowe
Suzy, Aloy
Boris
Stooges
Edith Wright
Jack Leonard
Esquires
Tommy Dorsey
Orch
Clifton Utley
Sleepy Hollow Gang
la Rue Brown
WGR
WCKY
WHAM
National Radio Forum
Jerry Cooper
Sally Singer
the Debonaires
Ray Black
Artie Hall
WSM
WBBM
Jack Randolph
Anson Weeks
Ozzie Nelson
Amos
Franklyn MacCormack
Jack Fulton
Dream Ship
Queen
Jerry Johnson
EDKA
the Dynamos
Frank Daley
Gus Arnheim
WLM
Magnolia Blossoms
Cab Callaway
Moon River
Christmas charity planned by city clubs and Army
Provisions allow for aiding nearly a thousand families this season though partnerships may limit reach. The Woman's Club will host a December 24 party at the Elks home for 250 to 300 children with a program, carols, candy, toys, fruit, and stockings. The Salvation Army will give 500 toys and 75 baskets on Christmas Day, with 9 am distribution for those in need, and baskets limited to those unable to apply in person. Other civic groups like Kiwanis, Rotarians, Quota, and Business Girls also contribute to help the city's less fortunate enjoy Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Club
Elks Home
J. M. Riffee
Lila Dean
Army
Salvation Army
Citadel
B. James Short
Short
Womans’ Club
Kiwanis Club
Rotarians
Quota Club
Business Girls
Impeachment Move Looms Over Cuban President
The bill to impeach Cuban President Batista’s ally Gomez advances after an overwhelming legislative vote. Gomez argues the measure would push Cubans toward fascism, and he vows to veto if needed, a move seen as historic since Gomez is the first Cuban president targeted for impeachment. An advertisement for Jolliffe's accessories shop follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gomez
Batista
Mass Slayer Plan Questioned in Pittsburgh Case
Pittsburgh. District attorney says Martin J. Sullivan 73 year old policeman charged with five murders cannot plead guilty without counsel. Sullivan sought to go to electric chair and asked his children not to hire lawyers. DA notes court custom requires appointment of counsel in homicide cases. An inquest to be held next week, case to go to January grand jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Martin J. Sullivan
Sullivan
Duquesne
Andrew T. Parks
Gobbling Leads Sheriff To Locate Truck Wreck
BLUEFIELD December 21. The gobbling of frightened turkeys led Sheriff J. C. Fanning to search a bank where an overturned truck and 33 turkeys were found. The driver and an assistant were released from the cab and the driver was charged with drunken driving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
J. C. Fanning
Woman Slain as Man Fires at Family Then Kills Himself
Deputy Sheriff K N Sappington reported a grim family tragedy at a Terra Alta farm. McNear, separated for two years, shot and killed Mrs McNear after pulling a revolver from his coat pocket and threatening to kill the whole family before turning the weapon on himself. Betty Mae 9 and Lucille 11 were in Sunday school at the time. The couple’s custody of three other children adds to the sorrowful scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. N. Sappington
McKinley Supolt
Terra Alta
McNear
Hi Y Program Is Given To Celebrate Christmas
Philippi December 21 as part of the Christmas program at Philippi High School the Hi Y will hold induction ceremonies tomorrow morning Christmas carols will be sung by the Girls Glee Club and the Girls Reserves with a Christmas tree sponsored for underprivileged children inviting Philippi nursery school members Santa Claus will meet the children after the chapel program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippi
Philippi High School
Hi-Y
Philippi Nursery School
Santa Claus
Break Looms Over Settlement Talks In Glass Strike
Sailors union pushes for quick settlement as more than 14,000 glass workers walk, with sympathy actions tying Libbey-Owens-Ford and Pittsburgh Plate Glass. UAW reports thousands idling across Fisher Body and Chevrolet plants, J I Case Racine, Hercules Canton, and Kelsey-Hayes Detroit. Detroit leaders say they still seek negotiations despite the stand. Longshoremen vote armistice in Baltimore as New York drivers protest pay in Brooklyn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sailors
Lundenberg
Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company
Glen W. McCabe
Libbey-Owens-Ford Company
United Automobile Workers of America
Fisher Body Corporation
Chevrolet Motor Company
Kansas City
Atlanta
J. I. Case Company
Racine
Wis
Hercules Motor Company
Canton
Kelsey-Hayes Company
Detroit
Kelsey Wheel Company
Windsor
Ont
Kelsey-Hayes
Baltimore
New York
Brooklyn Bus Company
Berkeley Fathers Fined For School Absence
Martinsburg December 21 magistrate C W Nicklin fined five Berkeley county fathers 3 each for failing to send their children to school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsburg
C. W. Nicklin
Berkeley County
China Missionaries Silence Deepens Crisis Overview
Reports show no news from American missionaries as the uprising centers in Shensi. Foreigners in western provinces remain safe while Shigeru Kakagoe arrives from Shanghai to monitor the crisis. Japan warns against any terms settlement harming Japanese interests and signals possible action from Tokyo. Evening dresses and troop movements noted in snippets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal Chang
Hope
China
Hopei Province
Japan
Hopei
Chiang Wai
London
Herman Venson
Jersey City
N. J
China Inland Mission
Sianfu
Siantu
Hankow
Hupe
Tat
Kansu
Shensi
Shigeru Kakagoe
Shanghai
Tokyo
Nanking
Thanks for kindness after death of P C Peters
We desire to express our sincere appreciation for the kindness and sympathy shown by our friends and neighbors during the illness and death of our husband and father P C Peters. We also thank Rev James B Fidler G T Bartlett and those who lent cars and sent floral offerings. MRS F C PETERS AND FAMILY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. C. Peters
James B. Fidler
G. T. Bartlett
F. C. Peters
Classified FOR SALE Dogs and Plymouth 1936 sedan
FOR SALE Dogs English setters Irish setters wire haired fox terriers ideal for gift for children good hunters and companions. Lewis Poe Knottsville road. 223 3 FOR SALE 1936 Plymouth four-
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Poe
Knottsville Road
Plymouth
For Sale Ad: Door Sedan Duel Equipment Radio Heater
For sale at sacrifice, door sedan with all duel equipment, radio and heater. Inquire at 230 Barrett Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duel Equipment
Barrett Street
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U. P
Tito
Uncle Don
Radio Tube Headquarters
Jolliffe’s
Singing Mouse
Minnies
Minnie
Chicago
Woodstock
Ill
Shirley Temple
Hollywood
Central Press
Mass Slayer
Gobbling
Sheriff
Sentinel
East Main
the Bloodhounds Bay
Walter S. Masterman
Grafton
Inquir
D. Pb.gan
Furnie
High Street
Phoni
Beech Street
Park View
Ed Kirby
Blueville
Hus
Fairmont
W. Va
Union Brokerage, Inc
Court House Main St
W. Vi
Mat Washington Street
Orol High School
Sentinel Office
Red Cross Macy
Archdeaco
Grafton’ Drug & Chemical Company
Schick
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