Bloodhounds Bay Chapter in a Murdered Abbey
Jack Reid witnesses Sir Henry Severance's murder most likely at the abbey chapel. Hounds track a scent to the crypt where Sir Henry is found dead or staged, prompting fears of a hidden body and a possible murder. The group contemplates Scotland Yard involvement while uneasy, unresolved questions linger.
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Jack Reid
Sir Henry Severance
Reid
Henry
Colonel Graham
Eric Colindale
Colindale
Graham
Bela
Sir Henry
Eailings
Severinge
Coats
Grahl
Scotland
Nat
Damme
Intelligencer cautions against sectionalism in WV politics
The Wheeling Intelligencer weighs in on claims that southern West Virginia seeks political advantage, arguing sectionalism harms state action. It cites The Charleston Gazette and urges examination of who benefits from regional power plays, urging candor and fair treatment for all regions.
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Wheeling Intelligencer
West Virginia
Charleston Gazette
West
Irinia
Gazette
Virginia
The Rise and Fall of Glenn Frank at Wisconsin
The article traces Glenn Frank’s tenure as University of Wisconsin president from 1925, noting his liberal reform ideas faded under scrutiny. It argues liberalism breeds risk as reformers age, often becoming conservative once defending past actions rather than challenging them.
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Glenn Frank
University of Wisconsin
Dr. Frank
Wisconsin
Frank
Okey DeBoard Sentenced in WV Murder Case
The Fairmont Times reports Okey DeBoard, a beer garden bouncer who killed Leo Auer, has been sentenced to 15 years. The piece questions whether courts themselves bear responsibility for arming him via a gun license. It argues licensing should stricter restrict gun carrying to clearly fit and proper individuals.
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DeBoard
Pér
Hodges for tax commissioner by Wheeling News Register
The Wheeling News Register notes a forthcoming Charleston administration will need to fill the state tax commissioner post as part of the administration changes.
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Hodges
Wheeling News Register
Charleston
Hodges Seen as Ideal State Tax Commissioner Choice
The News Register endorses Charles F E Hodges president of the senate as the vacancy fills the state tax commissioner post. Hodges is praised for responsibility and public service, acknowledging past gubernatorial candidacy and close ties with Governor elect Holt while noting uncertain receptiveness to the tax post.
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Fred L. Fox
The
News Register
Charles FE. Hodges
Senate
Hodges
Gvernor
Holt
What's What at Glance asingto
Central Press columnist Charles P. Stewart assesses 1937 presidential inaugural parade plans in Washington. He notes mixed enthusiasm, weather worries, and a compromise that pledges a grand display with military units, cadets, and governors. He questions attendance if conditions are extreme and whether crowds will brave cold to fill the grandstands.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington, D. C
Washington
Twin Cities
Kidnapping Case Leaves Police On High Alert
Police say DAKE gave the kidnapper access to the Mattson home where officers stood guard. An uninterrupted mail system aided the ransom plan as each Mattson family member was told to open mail without scrutiny. A ransom expected today follows little overnight activity, while agents search Seattle for clues, including a stolen car linked to Tacoma.
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Wenuude
Dake
Mattson
Doctor Mattson
William
Muriel
Department of Justice
Tacoma
Co. C. Spears
Seattle
Carl Bertoccchino
Charles
King County
Maud Desmond
Allen Strickland
Youre Telling Me! column highlights in brief
Central Press columnist William Ritt surveys North America’s tilt toward better relations with southern neighbors. He riffs on politics, China, and the GOP, notes a California chicken-eating contest, Sally Rand echoes, and quips about the year’s mood and Florida winter.
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William Ritt
Central Press
North America
Tacoma grocer George Franklin faces California vacation tale
George Franklin of Tacoma took his family to California after buying J. P. Wey erhaeuser estate home. Police linking to the Mattson kidnap case cite possible accomplice, with no official naming suspects. Dr Mattson’s ransom plan and the Fletchers tale of fear and sacrifice add to a tense pursuit landscape.
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Charles Mattson
Mattson
Franklin
George Franklin
Tacoma
California
J. P. Weyerhaeuser
George Weyerhaeuser
Charles
Martinsburg State President Byrer to address Wood County Bar
State President Harry H. Byrer of Martinsburg will address the Wood County Bar Association on January 8. The notice from Parkersburg dated December 30 states Byrer will speak at the event.
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Parkersburg
Harry H. Byrer
Martinsburg
Wood County Bar. Association
High Cash Price Paid for Beef Calf and Horse Hides
Market reports indicate a high cash price paid for beef, calf, and horse hides. Dealers note strong demand and steady prices across livestock byproducts markets with buyers competing for available hides. Local ranchers and processors report favorable prices supported by seasonal animal byproduct trade.
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John 8. Palmer
H. J. Gatrell
Ince
Grafton
W. Va
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Chicago
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Marge
Washington Chamber of Commerce
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Andrew
John Franklin
Haddaway Hall
iNov
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Chiang
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Hamilton
Republican Party
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Georgia
Sally Rand
Florida
Charles Fletcher
Byrer
General Electric
Hotpoint
Dover
American Beauty
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