Nebraskan leader exposes local public spending to scrutiny
Special Correspondent reports on G. Arnold, head of Nebraska County Taxpayers' Leagues, promoting public audits of local government. He cites misused funds, missing bridge parts, overpriced fence posts, and costly ledger books to urge citizens to demand transparency.
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Denver
G. Arnold
Nebraska Association of County Taxpayers’ Leagues
Arnold
Colorado
Nebraska
Coloado
Ublic
United States
Farm Market Report Signals Mixed NC Prices on Vegetables
North Carolina shipping points report varied prices across major fruits and vegetables. New York and Washington markets show slight weakness in some items while Carolina supplies stay steady with notable figures for cobblers potatoes and beans. Growers anticipate price movements later in the day at state auction markets in Wallace Mount Olive and Goldsboro.
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North Carolina
U. S
New York
U.S. No. Q
Washington
N. C
Ala
Calif
Maine
8S. C
Philadelphia
North
South Carolina
U.S
Cleveland
Pittsburgh
North and
Bliss
Wallace
Mount Olive
Goldsboro
Masse MAN Tonic Promises Spring Lift for Energy
A tonic advertised for spring boosts energy and mood by claiming to revitalize red blood cells. The copy warns of fatigue and slowed work as the day wears on, presenting the product as a remedy to feeling run down.
Submarine Thetis Salvage Efforts Halted by Storm
In Liverpool Bay strong winds and heavy seas snapped pontoon cables, ending today’s attempt to raise the submarine Thetis from the bay bottom. The operation faced dangerous conditions overnight as crews paused salvage work.
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Efpports
Liverpool
England
Thetis
Liverpool Bay
Municipalities barred from banning slot machines, court rules
Raleigh June 8 Attorney General Harry McMullan ruled that municipalities cannot prohibit slot machines. The state revenue department had declared slot operations legal and licensed.
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Legal Raleigh
Harry McMullan
State Revenue Department
State reports 29.2 million on hand May 31 in Raleigh
Officials said the state had a cash balance of 29,204,205.50 on hand May 31 with much earmarked for road construction and bond payments.
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Raleigh
Denton Circles Attend Central Methodist Meeting and VBS Closure
Denton news notes a Central Methodist Auxiliary meeting led by Mrs. George L. Curry with Miss Edna Morris in charge, followed by a social hour. Vacation Bible School at the Baptist Church closed with a 6 PM picnic and 7:30 PM student program.
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Central Methodist Church
Marjorie Crawford
Grayson Lomax
George L. Curry
Edna Morris
Roy Morris
the Baptist Church
H. M. Stroupe
A. R. Allen
Grant
B. Q. Ridge
Marion Rogers
Farmer
Clyde Andrews
Margaret Perryman
Lexington
G. L. Curry
R. L. Penry
R. L. Penry, Jr
Asheboro
Bob Harris
High Rock
Margaret Staley
Pauline Sexton
Lillie Chandler
High Point
Bob Gallimore
Burlington
Lou Surratt
Jackson Hill
W. H. Bush
Martha Stroupe
Mara Hill
Denton
Charlotte Church
Clean Up or Close Up Threat for Raleigh Beer Dealers
State Director Edgar H. Bain of the North Carolina Brewers and Beer Distributors Committee warned Raleigh dealers that beer would not be sold to those who break the law. He pledged full cooperation to retailers whose conduct is above reproach and urged strict compliance with regulations.
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Raleigh
Edgar H. Bain
North Carolina Brewers and Beer Distributors Committee
Big New Offensive Planned by Japanese Chiefs
Tokyo reports a major Japanese plan for a fresh offensive in China aimed at ending Chinese resistance. Premier Hiranuma briefed the cabinet on China campaign strategies and a Europe policy agreed with naval and war ministers. It notes talks with Italy and Germany seeking a compromise between army and navy positions.
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Japan
China
Baron Hiranuma
Europe
Italy
Ger
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