Pittsburgh Markets Produce and Livestock Report
June 23 Pittsburgh market summary from the U S and Pa Dept of Agriculture shows produce demand fair with apples around steady and prices 1.00 to 1.25 per bushel for various varieties, potatoes at 1.75 for Maine sacks, and hogs at 9.60 to 9.65 for 170 to 225 pound animals. Cattle steady to nominal, calves slow, lambs 10.25 top, shorn lambs down to 7.00, sheep around 4.00 to 4.25.
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Pittsburgh
U. S
New York
Rome
Virginia
North Carolina
Maine Green Mountains
Dept. Agr
Misused law to curb future sex crimes prompts Illinois step
A discussion cites Matthew's two greatest commandments and argues for preemptive removal of dangerous sex offenders. It notes psychiatrists and police recognize harm before crimes, criticizing post offense punishment and praising Illinois law as a potential solution to prevent tragedies.
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Jesus
Rush Holt exposes WPA relief politics and election ties
The piece argues that political meddling shaped relief spending and WPA employment before 1936 elections. It cites Holt’s figures showing higher WPA spending and jobs in election years, asserting a pattern of partisan influence over aid and fairness in West Virginia.
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WPA
Rush Holt
W. Va
West Virginia
Move to lock the door before the sex offender is charged
Hinton Daily News reports the Illinois House passed a new statute to fill gaps in the defense against sex offenders. If enacted, it would allow authorities to detain individuals with criminal sex propensities before any criminal charge is filed, a move described as practical but expanding state power.
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Hinton Daily News
Illinois House of Representatives
The Custer Creek Disaster Examined by Railroads
The Milwaukee Road and other carriers face financial strain as costs rise and regulation increases, risking maintenance. The Custer Creek bridge collapse prompts calls for thorough inquiry by the Interstate Commerce Commission to determine if financial distress affected inspection and upkeep. The piece notes a national trend of railroad receivership and urges transparent findings for citizens and officials.
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Chicago Tribune
Custer Creek
Montana
Milwaukee Road
Federal
Interstate Commerce Commission
Accid
R of Bom Saar
Roosevelt's Unsigned Veto Shapes Tax Law Debate
The President showed a peevish tone on the tax bill in Arthurdale, delaying a decision for ten days and then signaling assent in a backhanded way. Senator Harrison rebutted Roosevelt, arguing the bill was misread and defending provisions against improper surplus accumulation and the use of family corporations to dodge taxes.
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Arthurdale
Roosevelt
Senate
Harrison
West Virginians urged to retire rubber-stamp representatives
The piece argues that railroads seek unfair returns and laments Congress for adjournment without railroad legislation after the Olympian wreck. It criticizes administration influence and urges West Virginians to replace compliant local lawmakers with independent Republicans to defend state interests.
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Congress
White House
West
Rubber Stamps Not Good Enough Analysis
Morgantown Post reports political analysts agree that Republicans must gain 50 to 60 House seats and six to eight Senate seats to curb the New Deal’s influence. If gains occur and moderate Democrats prevail, left wing forces may be checked in Congress.
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Morgantown Post
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
Detroit Loses Most Man Days To Strikes In Nation
The Detroit labor department data show the city suffered 2,400,000 man days lost to strikes last year, the highest total in the country though New York led in the number of strikes. Nationally, 28,425,000 man days were lost, with Detroit accounting for about one tenth.
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Detroit News
Labor Department
Etroit
New York City
Detroit
Bill Returns to Ranch in Expectation and Dinner Plans
Ellen Dale awaits Bill Baron's homecoming at the Sonora ranch as a crate from Nogales delivers a carved cowhide arm chair, and the couple share a wary, affectionate reunion. Bill hints at cattle studies and an Arizona range station, while Ellen juggles work, memory, and the question of their future together.
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Ellen
Pablo Rivera
Buckshot Brown
Rivera
Nogales
Bin
Ellen Dale
Sonora
Felix
Felix Montoya
Buckshot
Brown
Miag
Hllen
Big Bill
Sweety
Hollywood
Fotk
Bilen
DD Rancho
Bill Baron
Concepcion
Mrs. Rivera
Senorita Dale
China
Bromberg
Sid Bromberg
Boon
Soartruing
Detroit Seeks Fairer Labor Disputes Resolution
The article argues Detroit is unfairly labeled for labor oppression and starvation wages. It contends unions are not to blame and calls for a city mediation board modeled on Mayor Reading's proposal as a solution to avoid repeating 1937’s costly disputes. It urges unions and employers to present a better plan.
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Detroit
Reading
Plan Joint Meeting Welch June 23 Rotary Clubs
A joint meeting is planned involving nine Rotary clubs with five sponsored by the Welcht organization. The event aims to coordinate community service and discuss club activities for the upcoming quarter. Local leaders from participating clubs will attend to share updates and future plans.
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Welch
Welcht Organization
Joint meeting and banquet planned Friday night
A joint meeting and banquet are scheduled for Friday night with participants from Pineville Saeger Kimball Princeton Williamson Logan Bluefield Beckley Mullens. The gathering brings together local officials and community members to discuss regional cooperation and upcoming initiatives.
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Pineville
Saeger
Kimball
Princeton
Williamson
Logan
Bluefield Beckley
Mullens
Parley Opens Matoaka with Baptist Sunday School Meet
The 32nd annual Rockcastle Baptist Sunday school association convention opens tonight with 33 northern Baptist churches expected to be represented from Mercer McDowell and Wyoming counties.
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Matoaka
Rockcastle Baptist Sunday School Association
Northern Baptist
Mercer
McDowell
Wyoming
Twenty-five prisoners moved from state prison to Cisco road camp
Moundsville June 23 Twenty five prisoners were transferred today from the state penitentiary to the state road camp at Cisco Ritchie county announced Warden C M L.
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Moundsville
State Penitentiary
State Road
Cisco
Ritchie Ily
Youth Wounded in Fairmont Hunting Incident
Clarence Covery, aged 14, of Rachel, was seriously wounded while hunting near Fairmont when a shotgun discharged. Details of the accident and condition were not fully disclosed, with authorities investigating the incident.
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Fairmont
Clarence Covery
Rachel
County Clerk Candidacy Announcement by Ed St. Clatr
Republican nominee bid for county clerk by ED OC ST. CLATR. He notes his prior service as deputy county assessor and pledges competent, courteous service to all citizens if nominated and elected. He aims to meet voters before the August primary and run an aggressive campaign through November. He respectfully solicits voter support and influence.
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ST. Clatr
Candidacy Announcements for Taylor County Clerk Race
Two voters announce Democratic bids for Taylor County Clerk. Robert W. Reese pledges efficient honest administration if elected, citing service under Frank Bennett. James L. Guth, former deputy sheriff, seeks the clerkship highlighting experience and pledge to serve the people respectfully.
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Taylor County
Frank Bennett
Or Vos
Robert
Bob) W. Reese
Lee “Bennett
Herbert’ Evens
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