Dixie Storm Toll Rises and Winds Hit South
A lengthy report details a deadly march weather event with ten deaths and over thirty injuries across the South. Gusts tore through Georgia to Virginia, with Charleston setting wind records, while temperatures dropped into the 20s and 30s. Communication lines and railroads were repaired as the region slowly recovers from flood and wind damage.
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Associated Press
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Georgia
Virginia
British Rescue Ship Shirvan Reaches Takmouth with 28 Crew
A long sea rescue tale continues as the Shirvan, en route for Takmouth England, picks up 28 sailors from the British freighter Laichom amid a gale. Mauretania alters course to aid, Rostran reports Exleham sinking, and Blair clarification follows. Coast patrol losses include one bronman and several near misses. shore towns face isolation and Port Chester ferry trouble. Local visitors Mewsys Harkin Smith Bud Miller Sewell Williams were seen in Gate City.
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Rotsran
Blair
Export Steamship Corporation
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Delaware Capes
Philadelphia
Bronman
Coast Patrol
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Port Chester
Ontario
Toronto
Cinderella Role for Browning Heiress Sparks Marriage Talk
New York April 1 Frances Heer a 16 year old high school girl is playing a Cinderella role for Edward Browning a wealthy 71 year old estate holder who refuses to deny any marriage plans as she recovers from facial acid burns suffered five days ago from an unknown assailant. Browning previously sought to adopt a girl 16 or older as a companion to his adopted daughter Dorothy Shine.
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New York
Frances Heer
Edward Ws Browning
Aston
Browning
Dorothy Sanshine
Lolsin Spas
Cinderella
Farmers Tale Of Distress Briefly In House Agriculture Comm
Washington April 1 The farmers tale of distress interrupted briefly in the House Agriculture Committee as members questioned why relief was not being provided. Only echo answered and testimony resumed with witnesses waiting. Rep Purnell Indiana raised the question of moving deliberations to action. Continued on page five.
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Tariff Board Blamed Over Wool Rate Failure
Washington April 1. Chairman Marvin of the Tariff Commission was blamed by Democrat Dennis for the commission's failure to consider woolen textile tariff reductions. Dennis said Marvin blocked action despite rates being high enough to embargo woolens, noting the chair avoided difficult subjects amid other probes like pottery and vegetable oil.
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Tariff Commission
Dennis
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Stock Market Sees Slight Rally After Selloff
New York stocks steadied after a volatile session. Railroad and industrial shares led gains early, with several major names up four points at times, while some motor and chemical issues pulled back following an initial surge. Trading remained mixed as investors awaited further direction.
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United Fruit
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Atlantic Coast Line
Pittsburgh
West Virginia
Omnibus Bill Approved by House Committees
The omnibus bill was approved today by House committees. It authorizes preliminary surveys of Missouri, Arkansas, and Mississippi River tributaries, and acknowledges projects in North Carolina, Utah, Oklahoma, and Texas river systems.
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House
Mead Control
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Neus
North Carotina
Anite Olan
Washita River
Okahoma
Red River
Oklahoma
Texas
Weather Roundup for Virginia and Tennessee
Virginia tonight and Friday expect fair skies with little temperature change. A strong west wind tonight. Tennessee forecast fair but not as cold tonight with gradual warming Friday in eastern and central areas, cloudier and warmer with showers possible in the west.
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Virginia
Tennessee
Southwest Bids Goodbye to Snow and Storm Threats
A sweeping weather outbreak moves across the central and eastern regions with a powerful storm system bringing snow sleet and freezing rain. Canada faces one of its severest disturbances as Toronto and surrounding areas endure blizzard conditions and communications failures while farmers and travelers brace for continued cold in the northern districts.
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Toronto
Lzeal
Flyers Hop Off On First Lap Of Arctic Trip
New York April 1 exploration of the north begins as Capt George H Wilkins and Lt Cat Rielson depart Fairbanks Alaska for Point Barrow on the initial leg of a polar flight. Lt Cmdr Richard E Byrd sails from New York Monday seeking data on Arctic blizzards and snow conditions. Extra landing skis and propellers bought for Fokker plane to be stowed aboard to prevent damage during voyage.
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Cat B.’ Rielson
Fairbanks
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Richard E. Byrd
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Fokker Man
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Vacancy Left After Fire Sweeps Modern District
A blaze yesterday destroyed two large buildings in the business district, burning portions of three structures on the third floor. Fire crews battled the flames as residents reported heavy smoke and structural concerns. Officials estimate significant property damage with the total loss still under review.
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Governor Nairobi Trumbull declines reprieve for Chapman
An appeal for a stay of execution for Gerald Chapman the mail bandit under sentence for the murder of a New Britain policeman is filed. Governor Trumbull says the request would be unwarranted interference with the judiciary and Chapman has had his day in court. A petition by Hartford clubwomen for reprieve gained 150 signatures and will be presented if a motion for a new trial is overruled.
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Ray M. Wiley
Springfield
Mass
Washington
Outline of Pro Pres C2 Road Financing Plan
Fragmentary text outlines proposals on roads financing with reference to measures, a third item closed, and mentions finances and Bee in the section. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Marines Will Fight Mosquitos By Plane
Reported preparations claim aircraft can target swamps and camp areas to reduce mosquito populations. Researchers note experiments demonstrate effectiveness though safety for vegetation fish and fowl remains uncertain.
Ira Linkous Receives Severe Head Wound in Jail Fight
Special to The Times reports Ira Linkous, jailed on murder charges in the death of Jake Lensiey, postmaster of Kermit, Va., sustained a painful head cut and scaly wounds during an altercation with a jailmate named Ray Lane. The fight occurred while Linkous was awaiting trial in Gace City, Virginia.
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Kermit, Va
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Ahother
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Kermit
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