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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1939
Page
2
Mrs. Anna King Hussion accuses John F. Hussion of nearly 20 years of cruel and inhuman treatment and threats to her life. She cites locked furniture, broken beds, and firearms, says she has six children, seeks waiving court costs as a pauper, and notes a July 3 hearing.
The Hit Parade Revue with Floyd King comes to Grafton for one night on Tuesday June 4 at the Fairgrounds in a tent theatre seating 5000. Renee, a 20 year old England native, exotic bubble dancer, credits constant practice for her success. Prof Verne Perry leads a free concert on the show grounds at 7 pm with doors at 7 15 and curtain at 8 15. popular prices prevail.
On July 3 a hearing before Judge Herbert W Dent will review Mrs Hussion's petition for an injunction to restrain her husband from molesting or harming her. The suit notes the present home relations continue and seeks protective action pending further record.
A petitioner asks a court for temporary alimony to cover living costs for herself and her children. The filing seeks immediate financial support while ongoing divorce or separation proceedings determine long term arrangements.
Ruth Etting testified in a cross examination about alleged romantic advances from Alderman. She admitted kissing him several times, learned of his love last July, and accepted a marriage proposal after Myrl was shot. Alderman’s wife denied prior cohabitation and downplayed drinking, while witnesses’ accounts were challenged. Canadian Press notes a railways association convention site selected for 1940.
A Republican coalition signals a fight but may confer with associates before filibuster. Democratic opponents leave filibuster option open after pre session talks. Roosevelt eyes signing if passed before midnight to preserve devaluation power and a 2 billion fund. Conferees strike foreign silver ban and ease domestic silver pegging from 77.57 to 70 cents.
A rapid agreement on devaluation powers surprised lawmakers as conferees endorsed a compromise raising the domestic silver price to 64.64 cents and a 77.57-cent amendment. Six of ten conferees supported the change, with silver faction members hoping the measure soothes tensions and prevents a 38-cent silver price in the West.
As committees met last night, the House wrapped a lengthy 13 hour session focused on neutrality. Members tentatively added in the arms embargo provision against administration pressure and adjourned near midnight before a final vote, leaving time to remove the measure today or tomorrow.
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