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Wisdom of God and rail crisis forecast after election
The piece argues a post election railroad crisis could force government ownership to salvage investments. It warns of billions wiped from railroad securities, an added public debt of around 20 billion, wage boosts, rate cuts, and tax burdens, predicting a cascading impact on business and the economy.
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Canada
Paul Block’s Ethics Commended by Clarksburg Telegram
The Clarksburg Telegram praises Paul Block publisher of the Pittsburgh Post Gazet te for high ethics during the nine day Pittsburgh Sun Telegraph and Pittsburgh Press labor dispute. It lauds his conservative accurate editing and fair stance, noting no price hikes or news manipulation. The paper calls Block an old school journalist and urges emulation of his policies.
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Clarksburg Telegram
Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph
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Pittsburgh Post- Gazette
Pittsburgh
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Post-Gazette
Clarksburg
Government ownership of railroads on the horizon
Hampshire Review weighs whether Congress will back immediate government ownership of railroads amid a wave of bankruptcies. Workers unions back ownership, leaders urged Congress to block relief, president signaled possible special session but stayed hands.
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Hampshire Review
Congress
Washington
Political prosperity questioned by economist at meeting
Leonard P Ayres warned that the governments new spending program risks eroding self help and enterprise in a free society. He cited rising relief and a million dollars in county relief expenditures while noting ongoing complaints of inadequacy.
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Leonard P. Ayres
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American Association For the Advance of Science
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Roosevelt intervention in Democratic primaries criticized
A Morgantown Post analysis argues that Billions in spendthrift WPA funds grant the President power to allocate money and blacklist states, enabling potential political manipulation. It questions White House influence in primaries, citing wage increases in the South and substantial Pennsylvan ia spending undercutting good faith.
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Wealth and Income in War Finance Debate
The author argues for a tax on wealth to fund war needs, distinguishing wealth from income. Using a hypothetical John Doe and Richard Roe, he shows how taxes on wealth could divert incomes through bonds and loans, while warning that inflation and real estate taxes may shift revenue away from productive activity without proper design. He calls for understanding wealth versus income before policy.
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Ruhr
Germany
Congress
Uorey
John Doe
Richard Roe
Essen
Huntington man found dead at rooming house window
Walter J. Napier, 45, of Huntington, was found hanging partly from a window at Rosedale rooming house. Dr E L. Roberts ruled death a lung hemorrhage linked to bronchial asthma.
Veteran Honored on Birthday of 93 Year Old Soldier
W Morrison aged 93, a Civil War veteran, celebrated with friends and relatives in Sutton. He is one of two surviving members of Company F, Tenth West Virginia Regiment, which served with the Union Army.
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Sutton
W. PF. Morrison
West Virginia
Brahma Bull Attack Triggers Heroic Rescue on Arizona Ranch
Bill Baron foreman at Dale Durango ranch learns 20 cattle were stolen after a night raid. As Brahma bulls arrive, a massive bull breaks loose, charges Ellen Dale and Felix Montoya, then Bill dives from his horse to tackle the animal, saving lives but leaving him injured. The scene draws a crowd as cowboys rope the bull. To be continued.
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America
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Skipper
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Felix Montoya
Arizona
Felix
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Jen Dale
Pittsburg Market Report Hogs Cattle and Produce July 1
Livestock figures show hogs 1300 head with 1009 direct and mixed lots at 9.60 per cwt for plus 5 to 10 higher on select categories. Cattle totals 200 with top steer price around 10.65, calves active at 9.00 to 9.50, sheep 400 with spring lambs up 25 cents. Produce demand moderate with apples and potatoes listed. notes on stock and cobbler prices. The page also mentions state official continued coverage and upcoming Mountain State Forest Festival related events including a boxing show headlined by James J. Braddock referee.
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Pittsburgh
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E.H. Hammon
Paul
Curly" Criss
Hammon
Henry “Diamond” Rose
Mountain State Forest
James J. Braddock
Braddock
Johnny Folio
Carl Turner
Love Strike Moves Man Out Of Irvite Mansion
Mrs. Hedi Heusser, a red haired divorcee, continues her protest at Rollo Blanchard’s Ir vite residence. She demands marriage and threatens public talks, while Blanchard’s attorney William Cunningham asserts attempts to oust Heusser and fix the terms of settlement amid the dispute.
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Hedi Heusser
Rollo Blanchard
Irvite
Yen
William Cunningham
Isbetcdh
Seatonce
Ead ‘Aearta
Indiana Democrats Face Rift Over Nomination Fight
Van Nuys and two other potential Democratic contenders have not announced for the nomination as tensions rise between Van Nuys and the state administration. An August clash after the Indiana Democratic Editorial association outing at French Lick sparked a party rebuke aimed at Van Nuys for opposing the supreme court reorganization. The senator plans to run as an independent, while others seek reconciliation to avoid a Republican gain in November and worry about McNutt's 1940 presidential prospects.
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Henry F. Schricker
Samuel Jackson
Fort Wayne
Alex Gordon
Indianapolis
Indiana Democratic
French Lick
Indiana
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
McNutt
Paul V. McNutt
Snell to Retire After 24 Years in the House
Representative Bertrand Snell of New York announces retirement after 24 years in Congress and as house minority leader. Recurring ill health and desire to devote attention to personal affairs listed as reasons for stepping down. Central Press reported.
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Bertrand Snell
New York
House
Snell
Central Press
Senate Campaign Defense Blames Hopkins for WPA Probe
The passage shows a Senate campaign dispute over a WPA investigation. Hopkins denies infallibility and claims a careful, good faith inquiry. WPA officials accuse Hopkins of influence, implying job control and political maneuvering behind the scenes.
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Senate
Candidacy notices for Taylor County clerk offices
Multiple political announcements from Taylor County voters detailing candidacies for county clerk. Republicans and Democrats claim experience as deputies and pledge efficient, honest administration and public service. Names include ED C. St. Clair Robt Bob W Reese and James L Gutb with typical primary and general election references.
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Taylor County
Frank Bennett
Robert
Bob) W. Reese
Sherif Lee Bennett
Herbert Evans
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