Roosevelt expected to unveil new farm push before election
A Washington outlook predicts President Roosevelt will roll out a cooperative farm consumer plan to woo farmers and urban voters, tied to his platform pledge for fair value and cheaper food. Wallace notes may signal a broader New Deal strategy, with European co operatives study and timed October rollout.
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Water Rushes Through Norris Dam Sluiceways
Water flows through the Norris Dam sluiceways in Tennessee for the first time since closure after completion. The opening raises the Tennessee River to normal level, aiding transport and power at Wilson Dam in Muscle Shoals, with Norris Dam built at about 33 million dollars.
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Boy Orator Josh Lee Beats Gore in Oklahoma Primary
Josh Lee known as the boy orator defeated Senator Thomas E Gore in the Oklahoma senatorial primary. Gore, a veteran who represented the state from statehood in 1907 until 1920, came out of retirement six years ago after a heavy vote. Park rangers report birds no longer seek worms at Yosemite, instead snatching roasted bugs from car radiators as motorists arrive.
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Bill Dill saves Bush Terminal as sabotage causes blast
A sabotage attempt at Bush Terminal's sand blast room triggers a massive explosion. Bill Dill, wounded by flying glass, shuts off the compressors and saves workers from a second catastrophe. The blast reveals tampering with by-pass safety valves and many workers refuse to return to duty.
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Electoral Votes Count in electing President
A Cleveland Plain Dealer writer explains that a president can be elected by a minority of national votes because electors chosen by popular vote select the president. It cites 1824 and multiple late 19th and early 20th century cases where the winner did not have a majority of the total popular vote.
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