Democrats Seek Primary Law Reforms for North Carolina
The North Carolina General Assembly may adopt reforms proposed by the state Democratic Executive Committee. Changes include nominating judges by convention, moving primaries to Tuesdays, universal registration, extended polling hours, and absentee ballot tracking. The report notes internal party leadership shifts and political context.
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Snow Hill
Ethel Parker
Gatesville
Murphy
J. B. Spillman
Greenville
Grant decision looms as city faces flood relief choices
Amid sewer main delays and agency scrutiny the council weighs saving the grant for relaying 668 feet of mains while advertising 1,200 feet more. Local officials cite 25,000 spent on surveys and warn no further funds should be spent if the grant is rescinded. Meanwhile flood fronts from Ohio to Kentucky drive homelessness counts into tens of thousands as Red Cross estimates rise.
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PWA
Leon Ellis Construction Company
Martin
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Peace Efforts in Auto Strike Face Setbacks
General Motors workers remain idle as national leaders weigh next steps. President Roosevelt offered no new statements, while Frances Perkins and Gov. Frank Murphy press for talks. Alfred Sloan and Johan Lewis stay apart, with Knudsen, Murphy, and Homer Martin seeking a Detroit settlement.
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Startling Plot Bared in Trial of 17 Russians
The article reports on a trial involving 17 Russians tied to a letter allegedly by Trotzky to Radek from December 1935. It cites a statement about yielding Sakhalin oil to Japan and guaranteeing supply in wartime with America. Witnesses include Vladmir Romm and two agents provocateur named Mister K and Mister X.
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Flood devastates Ohio valley as city water cuts hit Louisville
Amid epic Ohio River flooding, Cincinnati pumping plants forewarn of 74 foot crest while 15,000 refugees seek shelter. Newport and Louisville face outages and rationing as Lawrenceburg reporting of drownings and missing persons is later questioned by Red Cross officials.
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Marian Martin Fashion Adds Chic to All Wardrobes
Beginners can sew Pattern 9193 a simple shirtwaist frock with all-in-one sleeves and yoke and a jaunty collar. The ad promises easy instructions, lists sizes, fabric needs, and prices for patterns and books, urging early orders to The En.
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Chicago dairy prices hold steady on butter and eggs
Chicago prices show butter steady at 7 224 33 and 3.49 for extra firsts, with creamery specials at 83 score 324-33. Eggs listed at 6.130 and steady, prices unchanged amid centralized carnote markets.
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North Carolina Construction Activity Up in 1936
The Labor Department reports North Carolina construction work in 1936 rose by 48.3 percent over the previous year, signaling strong industry growth across the state.
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Labor Department
North Carolina
Boll Weevil Jackson Shot After Clash With Local Hedge-Trimmer
Mount Airy January 23. Will Boll Weevil Jackson seven foot Negro known for luck at craps was shot in the abdomen during a dispute with John Rawley a Negro hedge-trimmer and amateur criminal. Rawley and his son Virgil were jailed. Jackson said his luck held as he recovered and noted no vital organs were hit.
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RFC Bill Referred to President for Signature
Senate investigators examined files of the National Metal Trades Association to probe labor espionage links. L A Stringham testified that Justice Department agents and Army and Navy intelligence cooperated to keep certain government contract factories in production. War and Justice units denied connections.
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American dresses better than British, says Phillips Holmes
New York reports American film star Phillips Holmes arrives at Essex House on vacation and declares Americans generally better dressed than Britons. He cites ready to wear quality, outlines British tailoring prowess, and notes lower prices for top London fashion.
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PALL FATAL WADESBORO FATAL FALL KILLS MERCHANT
A Wadeboro merchant Frank W. Lewis, 41, died after a fall. The incident occurred in Wadeboro as emergency crews responded to the scene. Authorities are investigating the accident.
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Frank W. Lewis
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Galileo's Space Discoveries Highlight Moon Phases and Pendulum
The article notes Galileo's key observations including Jupiter's moons, Venus phases, and the pendulum's properties, illustrating early breakthroughs in astronomy and physics.
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Trade pacts on the House agenda as hearings proceed
The House Ways and Means Committee continues to study reciprocal trade agreements with 15 nations. Francia B. Sayre outlines the machinery behind the policy. Lawmakers aim to finish hearings on continuity today and begin opposing views Monday.
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Association
House
Ways and Means
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Body Found in Edenton Creek Suspicion Falls on Official
The body of councilman Laurie A. Kramer was found in Edenton Creek. A note to his brother and sister was found in his coat pocket, investigators said.
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North Mental Hygiene Society Planned Meeting
Ments Monday Raleigh Jan 15 new society formed to organize social service efforts and hold annual conference session in Raleigh with planned events and speakers.
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Death verdict in teen's room shooting case
A coroner's jury in Asheville found 16 year old McElrath died by her own action in the room of her employer's house. The ruling cites a personal safety related bullet in a troubling death case.
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