New Deal tensions spark clashes over tax dodgers and unions
The piece attacks government campaigns against tax dodgers while accusing the administration of shielding union pressure from federal action. It urges self reliance, cites Jesse H H Jones, Marriner Eccles, and Dorothy Thompson warning of radical shifts, and questions public understanding of Roosevelt era reforms.
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Lewis
Roosevelt
Parley
United States
Temple
Jesse HH. Jones
Reconstruction Corporation
Temple University
Jones
Mr. Jones
America
Marriner Eccles
Federal Reserve Board
Dorothy Thompson
Congress of the
Monongalia
Department of Public Assistance
WPA
Supreme Court
Don’t wait too long political critique of New Deal
Morgantown Post argues Democrats show sympathy for relief and public works yet fear the sprawling New Deal and Roosevelt administration bureaucracy. It contends Republicans would act similarly, the WPA will persist beyond any single administration, becoming entrenched with partisan roles.
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Morgantown Post
WPA
Conquest of a Systemic Mess Urges Immediate Action
A speaker warns that the trouble lies in the system itself, not party lines. If allowed to continue, the mess will persist regardless of Democratic or Republican control. The call is to conquer the flaw now or it may never be addressed.
Neglected forestry could aid floods and profit West Virginia
West Virginia forestry receives a renewed push as Dr Percival of the state university outlines forests as flood control and a valuable timber crop. He cites the state’s dwindling 3 percent of original timber and urges reforestation to protect soils, water flow, and long term wood production from species like black walnut cherry oak and hickory. CLARKSBURG reports an auto streetcar crash near Wilsonburg killed Mrs. John Douglas, 45, of West Milford, while Howard Moore, 45, of Wallace, was critically injured.
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Industr
Pervical
West Virginia “University Department of Forestry
Times-West Virginian
Percival
West
West Virginia
Clarksburg
Wilsonburg
John Douglas
West Milford
Howard Moore
Wallace
Hull as economist secretary shapes world economy view
Central Press columnist Charles P. Stewart portrays Cordell Hull as an economist first and a diplomat second. He notes Hull’s early turbulence with “brain trusters,” but commends his success and belief that prosperity hinges on world trade and cooperation. Hull argues that international issues are rooted in economics and national prosperity requires global prosperity. Senator Logan suggests limited self sufficiency if others are unreasonable.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington, D. C
Cordell Hull
State Department
Treasury
White House
Hull
House of Representatives
Senate
M. M. Logan
Kentucky
Logan
Bette
State Druggists Meet in Clarksburg Discuss Fair Trade Act
West Virginia druggists opened the two day convention in Clarksburg with a session on the federal fair trade act. Dr. Robert L. Swain of Baltimore presented a detailed discussion and chaired the fair trade committee of the National Association of Retail Druggists. Roland Jones Jr of Washington DC spoke as a representative of a national organization. The meeting also focused on improving service and health protection.
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Clarksburg
West Virginia
State
Pharaceutical Association
Robert L. Swain
Baltimore
National Association of Retail Druggists
Swain
Roland Jones, Jr
Washington, D. C
Telling Me News Roundup on War Fear and Oddities
A Central Press column jests about the Schmeling Braddock bout myth and the era’s front-page storms. It notes Manhattan as water-surrounded land and quips about Hitler Mussolini and global tensions. Spies hint at a North Carolina midget golf course, with a quirky museum potential looming.
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William Err
Sy” Central Press
New York
Manhattan Island
Broadway
Hitler
Mussolini
North Carolina
New officers installed at annual banquet include Cairo’s Fisher president
New officers will be installed on Tuesday night at the annual banquet. G. S. Fisher of Cairo is named the new president.
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G. S. Fisher of
Cairo
France Moves to Stabilize Finances Amid Crisis
The Bank of France hiked the discount rate by 2 percent to curb gold withdrawals and blunt a perceived financial crisis. France's Socialist cabinet drafted measures to counter turmoil while critics of Premier Leon Blum warned of flight to gold or foreign currency as the government acts to shore up the franc.
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France
Bank of France
Leon Blum
Advertising ties and rival schemes derail Marcia
Marcia confronts Abe's unethical bidding and Walt's outburst after a racetrack loss. Ellen and Tony defend her as Abe flees to San Francisco. Marcia retrieves funds to buy back her self respect, contemplates leaving Acme, and agrees to join Ellen and Tony on a Mexico trip, while planning her next career move.
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Eure
Sandy
Abe Zinmerman
Marcle
Doe Walt
Siandy
Andy
Becoinek No Basar
Sora
Tony
Walt
Marcia
Ellen
Acme
Eilen
Abe
Hartley
Marcie
Mazie
San Francisco
Marela
Misa Madden
Eptout
Mexico
Paris Faces Budget Crisis With Tax Hikes plan
France seeks 20 billion francs before year end to cover budget needs. Government aims to raise discount rate to curb capital outflows and targets a campaign against capitalist “treason” linked to socialization losses. Ministers debate extraordinary measures, including income tax hikes for the rich and indirect taxes on gasoline tobacco matches and stamps to plug the deficit.
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Leon Blum
Blum
Council of Ministers
Rioting in Indiana prompts officials to consider military aid
Martial law era fear resurged in Anderson as police and GM plant guards blocked streets after a street battle. Governor Townsend condemned the violence and urged tolerance while Mayor Baldwin signaled potential military aid if needed. UAWA leaders debated strategy as Homer Martin spoke at a mass meeting and violence erupted near union hall injuring several.
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Anderson
Harry R. Baldwin
M. Clifford Townsend
Indianapolis
Indiana
Delco
Remy and Guide Lamp
General Motors
Homer Martin
UAWA
Union
Athletic Park
Muncie
Ind
Monroe
Mich
Sid
Uawa Iocal
J Union Hall
Martin
Carney
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W. Va
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Chicago
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Michigan Avenue
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Matthew
Bes
ADVI
Japan
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Mirennia Scallon
Ment
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