North Carolina Vote Nears Close as Ballots Are Cast
Raleigh reports nearly 750000 votes cast with Democrats led by Clyde Hoey and Gillam Grissom for governor while Republicans back a ticket headed by Brownlow Jackson. Officials distributed ballots on three types covering president congress and state offices plus five constitutional amendments. Strong statewide party forecasts and historic party shifts noted as votes continued.
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Raleigh
Carolina
Democratic
Republicarty
J. Kince Winborne
Brownlow Jackson
North Carolina
Congress
State Supreme Court
Clyde R. Hoey
Gillam Grissom
W. P. Horton
J. Samuel White
Thad Eure
James I Campbell
George Ross Pou
J. M. van Hoy
Charles M. Johnson
Clarence T. Allen
Clyde A. Erwin
Calvin Zimmerman
A. A. F. Seawell
Fred D. Hamrick
W. Kerr Scott
John L. Phelps
A. L. Pletcher
David T. Vance
Dan Boney
Herbert F. Seawell
Campaign trail reports from North Carolina races
Clyde R. Hoey closed his campaign in Charlotte while William Grissom spoke at McLeansville as the race for governor heats up. Grissom claimed pockets of support among 200k former Democrats and 200k disenchanted taxpayers while urging unity.
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Clyde R. Hoey
Charlotte
William Grissom
McLeansville
Bailey
Raleigh
Ralph W. McDowall
Hoey
Wilmington
Grissom
Greensboro
U. S. Revere
North Carona
King Edward Urges Peace Efforts and International Trade
In a throne speech the king declares Protestant faith and outlines Britain's goals to advance Locarno talks, back Spain’s non intervention, and seek international disarmament. He pledges rapid defense buildup while promoting global appeasement and freer trade to boost prosperity through overseas expansion.
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House of Lords
Edward
Britain
Europe
London
Great Britain
Rain Fails To Slow Up Voting In Tennessee
Nashville reports heavy but not crippling rain across the state as Tennesseans turnout high to vote. Forecasters predicted a statewide total between 350000 and 400000 despite an opening hour weather impact in central Tennessee.
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Nashville
Tenn
Tennessean
Middle Tennessee
French Admiral Ataine Schwerer Dies at 74 in Rennes
In Rennes France on November 3 Vice-Admiral Ataine Schwerer aged 74 and former commander in chief of France's Atlantic fleet died today. The veteran naval leader was instrumental in Franco Atlantic operations and his passing was announced by French officials.
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Dids Rennes
France
Ataine Schwerer
Atlantic
Evangelist Rev J M Strotman Draws Crowds at City Revival
Evangelist Rev J M Strotman of Charlotte leads revival at First Church of God Non Pentecostal drawing large daily crowds. He is described as an able speaker with wide evangelistic experience and inspiring evening services. Special music is provided each night.
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J. M. Strotman
Charlotte
First Church of God
Rev Strotman
Early returns show Landon leading in several towns
Palm Beach precincts report eight for Landon and one for Roosevelt. In Tolland Massachusetts Alf Landon leads with 44 to 21 for Roosevelt. Somerset Vermont records seven votes all for Landon, as Millsfield New Hampshire had 6 Landon and 2 Roosevelt.
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Palm Beach County
Roosevelt
Landon
Somerset
Alf M. Landon
Millsfield
N. H
Early Carroll County Returns Tilt Roosevelt in 1932 Vote
Unofficial data from one precinct of Carrollton's Carroll county shows Roosevelt with 500 to 40 for London. The county total reports Roosevelt 8 232 and Hoover 284 in the 1932 contest.
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Carrollton
Carroll County
Georgia
Roosevelt
London
Hoover
Topeka Returns Show London Leads Roosevelt
Unofficial counts from four Topeka precincts report London with 183 votes to Roosevelt 142 as election returns arrive.
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Topeka
Kas
London
Roosevelt
Georgia precinct backs Roosevelt in Burke county race
Carrollton report notes one Burke county precinct gave Roosevelt 16 votes. The county is a leading cotton area in Georgia and faces regional political competition with South Carolina.
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Carrollton
Burke County
Roosevelt
Landon C. Burke
Georgia
South Carolina
Roosevelt leads in Fairmont precinct vote tally
Fairmont West Virginia precincts report early results showing President Roosevelt with 399 votes and Governor Alf Landon with 300 votes in the presidential contest.
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Fairmont
W. Va
Roosevelt
Alf. M. Landon
Missouri voters gather as cold drives turnout today
Freezing weather pushes Missourians to 4,357 polling places. Early unofficial counts show Landon leading Roosevelt in Poplar Bluff fourth ward with 126 to 45, and Roosevelt ahead in Springfield five precincts 420 to 358.
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ST. Louis
Poplar Bluff
Fourth Ward
Landon
Roosevelt
Springfield
Landon and Roosevelt Lead in Huntington Votes
Incomplete returns from 20 precincts in Huntington show Alf M. Landon with 1,176 votes and Franklin D. Roosevelt with 1,926 as results come in.
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Huntington
W. Va
Alf M. Landon
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt and Landon Vote Totals from Harris County
Early returns from 62 polling stations in Harris County show Roosevelt with 5 569 votes and Landon with 692. Notably voter Jesse Jones, chairman of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, cast a ballot for the Democratic candidate.
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Houston
Tex
Harris County
Roosevelt
Landon
Jesse Jones
Topeka precinct returns show Landon ahead of Roosevelt
Unofficial incomplete returns from 15 Topeka precincts list President candidate tallies with Landon at 675 and Roosevelt at 615.
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Topeka
Kans
Landon
Roosevelt
Judging Budget and Grooming for Women’s Appearance
The article argues that cosmetic care and a suitable wardrobe matter less than shopping judgment and good taste. One well cared for dress with proper alterations outshines many cheap outfits, and consistent grooming from shoes to hat defines personal presentation. It advises choosing one reliable cream, regular shoe maintenance, even hems, and clean white collars or gloves, with safer color options if daily cleaning isn’t feasible.
Modern Etiquette Q and A on Private Affairs and Courtesy
A care of manners column advises that well bred people should not discuss private affairs in public as it signals conceit. It notes a sick guest may be offered a seat by a willing man and outlines breakfast options including fruit coffee hot bread and eggs or cereal for tray service.
How Can I Clean Oil Paintings and More
A reader offers home tips for cleaning oil paintings using warm water and a soft cloth, then olive oil on a flannel to polish the surface. Another method suggests rubbing with a potato slice. Additional advice covers brittle nails with nightly olive oil and wearing gloves, and using a tea ball to flavor stews with spices.
Lessons In English Words Misused and Word Study
A compact note on proper English usage and pronunciation. It highlights common phrases to avoid, such as replacing if it doesn't rain for event that it doesn't rain. It teaches correct spelling of Cocaine and how to observe vowels, and defines DEVIATE as to turn aside or diverge with example.
What 14K Markings Mean and a Historic Quiz
Answers reveal that 14K marks indicate 14 parts gold out of 24. Napoleon was born on Corsica. The state of the U S V is Colorado. Longfellow’s poem refers to The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. A rod equals 16 1/2 feet though some say 16 2/3. standard is 16 1/2 feet.
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Longfellow
Corsica
Colorado
Paul Revere
Belgium
Brussels
Alimony Hotel guests enjoy unusual lodging and camaraderie
New York report describes inmates of the former station house on West Thirty-seventh Street living as involuntary guests. They dine by choice, communicate with the outside world, and engage in card games and chess while the National Divorce Reform League oversees welfare.
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George Ross
New York
West Thirty-seventh Street
Broadway
National Divorce Reform League
Alexander Dallek
League
Bournemouth Home Radios Reach Over Most Homes
More than 21,000 of 22,459 homes in Bournemouth England are equipped with radios in a survey showing wide ownership. The figures reflect substantial household access to radio amid a broad adoption within the town.
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Bournemouth
Eng
Figures Behind Broadway Curtain Come to Light
In a cluttered, italicized panorama of New York theater life, obscure figures like a gum-seller beggar, Jezie the messenger, and Ada Rehan era icons mingle with unseen brokers and caretakers. The piece highlights unsung workers, like Lebolt the manager, Sonny Wells the lyricist, and a mystery backer, who collectively sustain Broadway’s daily motion.
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George Ross
New York
Broadway
Jezie
Tallulah Bank
Joan Ford
John Ryland
Ada Rehan
Apple Annie
Accest
Radio City
Rebels Plant Guns Near Madrid Amid Siege Threats
From Madrid to Toledo lines rebels plant guns and push armor toward the capital while an insurgent threat targets Villa Viciosa and Brunete area. Fascist air raids hit Getafe and Talavera Reina as government planes patrol north of Toledo and Alcala de Henares.
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Toledo
Aranjuez
Villa Viciosa
Brunete-El Escorial
Madrid Air Ministry
Talavera Reina
Alcala de Henares
Guadalajara Road
Getafe
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