City Seeks Past Due Taxes Amid Auto License Changes
City taxpayers receive statements for overdue taxes while auto license processing tightens. Notices stress perforation of license applications to prove tax payment. March 31 expiry for 1936 licenses, with address-change notices urged to avoid delays. An audit of sewer construction funds by PWA travel auditor M. S. Glueck begins at City Hall, expected to take about a week.
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Louis D Bichelberger
Commissioner of Motor Vehicles
Motor Vehicle Commissioner's Office
Motor Vehicle Commissioner
Joe Sd
Thomas A. Chapline
PIA
M. S. Glueck
Richmond
Public Works Administration
Bandit Scion Sought in Fatal Dance Hall Shooting
Lee County officers hunt Virgil Boatwright for questioning after a fatal dance hall shooting in Big Stone Gap. Earl Nickles died. Silas Callier later died in hospital. Cecil Boatwright and Ralph Boatwright held in custody. sheriff cites jealousy over a local girl. A pistol with two spent cartridges found. five shots fired.
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Big Stone Gap
Ler
Virgil Boatwright
R. F. Giles
Cecil Boatwright
Virgil
Ralph Boatwright
Earl Nickles
Silas Callier
Lee County
England Sends Sympathy For U. S. Flood Victims
King George and Queen Elizabeth cabled President Roosevelt to express sympathy for flood victims in the Ohio and Mississippi valleys. A bicycle accident near East Patrick Street left Charles F. Crone Jr. injured but the driver remained at the scene. Trustees Elect at Frederick Female Seminary re chose Judge Urner as president and Ernest Helfenstein as secretary treasurer.
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London
King George
Queen Elizabeth
Roosevelt
Ohio
Mississippi Valley
Bicycle Riker
Charles F. Crone, Jr
Charles F. Crone
East Patrick Street
Patrick
East Streets
Whee
Pnt
Audge Hammond Urner
Ernest Helfenstein
Feederick Female Seminary
M.C. A
Judge Urner
Tudor Arthur J Willard
Mr. Helsenstein
Robert L. Smith
Groundhog Shadow Fails as Frederickton Observes Fruition
The report notes the groundhog again saw no sun, marking a fourth straight year with shadowless weather. It recalls historic forecasts, snow patterns, and expert skepticism from Drs Humphreys Francis and Bell, who ridiculed the superstition while noting tularemia research ties to the animal.
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W . Humphreys
Edward Francis
W.B. Bell
Humphreys
Weather Bureau
Washington
Oyster Roast to Aid Needy by Frederick Lodge Elks
Frederick Lodge No. m64 Elks plans an oyster roast at the State Armory on Monday February 22 from 2 to 9 pm to fund charitable purchases and aid employable persons with no work or relief, amid rising demand. Proceeds support food and clothing for needy families and the lodge’s milk and basket program. admissions allow full tastings during the event.
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Elks
Sis
Frederick
Coun Hans
Francis Perrott
Benjamin Rosenour
Charie
Une Elks
Tosenour
Married 56 Years Faseley Observes Quiet Anniversary
Mr and Mrs George W Faseley of Jeferon marked their fifty six year wedding anniversary in quiet fashion amid lingering concerns over a harrowing event at the Grove home next door. Both remain in good health despite the earlier scare.
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George W. Faseley
Jeferon
Mr. Fawley
Eveccas
Auto Crash Dismissed by Peoples Court
Charges against both drivers in a Buck lystowan pile up near a highway counter were dismissed by Judge Walter Sinn. Derwool Lines and Yenty Weedon, residents of Binnie Kily, collided while driving separate machines. Weedon, driving a borrowed car, left the scene then returned as a sand hole was noted and one vehicle blew a tire. Sergt. D. BR Peters investigated the crash and Weedon was aided in towing her car back to the roadway. The court found conflicting testimony and discharged the charges for reckless driving and failure to keep to the right.
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Sane
Bucklystowan
Mon
Binnie Kily
Derwool Lines
Yenty Weedon
Bitter
Sines
Saaitlomote
Weedon
Roberts Routes
Petersville
Pike
Sergt. D
Peterson
Peoples Court
Jhistlee
Walter FE. Sinn
Wil Foo
Weeden
Life At Stake Over Mine Rescue Costs
In Flemington West Virginia on February 2 residents debate paying for rescue efforts to search for Robert Johnson trapped in an abandoned coal mine. The Taylor County court refused to authorize further expenditures and state agencies faces pressure to cover expenses. Johnson, a rural mail carrier, disappeared about a week ago after reportedly entering the flooded mine to check coal for sale. Rescue crews work to drain water from 800 feet below the surface while Johnson’s wife questions the likelihood of his survival.
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Flemington
W.va
Robert Johnson
Taylor County
State Department of Lunes
Johnson
Johan
Flair Johnson
Shiv Fins
Dibs Meltibot
Death Toll Rising From European Sea Blizzard Crisis
Ninety four people are believed dead as force storms and blizzards lash northern Europe for over two weeks. The crew of a Swedish vessel Pabissan was lost in a snow storm off Norway. Two sailors reported missing from the Albania near Kirkwall. Ferry service halted isolating Danish islands. 200 passengers rescued after twelve hours marooned on ice.
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Pabissan
Norway
Albania
Kirkwalle
Mloe
Traders Stay Loyal to Favorites Amid Strike Turmoil
New York stock market openings showed traders backing favorites despite strikes and flood damage. U S Steel moved to new highs over six years as declines appeared in General Motors with other losses. Sterling rose to 4.0 at.
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New York
Ceese
U. S. Steel
General Motors
Sterling
Debate Over New Deal Shapes Washington Discourse
In Washington observers weigh the New Deal’s aim to preserve liberal democracy amid Europe’s fascist and communist pressures. Officials acknowledge deep worries about fascism’s appeal, while some radicals doubt a Moscow Berlin choice is avoidable. Roosevelt’s rhetoric condemns Nazis and fascists, highlighting tensions within party ranks and the public’s civil liberties concerns.
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Rodney Dutcher
Washington
Feb
United States
Stalin
Hitler
Mussolini
Europe
Roosevelt
Moscow
Berlin
Linet
U. R
America
Spain
Perilous Flood Threat Looms Over Caro and Rivers
In Illinois City and surrounding areas, 55 vessels once deployed to aid defenders faced evacuations as floodwaters from the Ohio and Mississippi rivers rose. Army engineers reported about 50 pads or pontoons scattered near the city while waves battered docks and a three foot bulkhead. Across Kentucky and nearby, damages mount with estimates around 150 million dollars. Death toll uncertain with missing and sinking incidents reported.
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Sia
United States Army
Olio
Kentucky
Louisville
Derby
Pope Pius Arranges For Summer Vacation
Vatican dispatch says Pope Pius XE plans to visit his Castel Gandolfo summer residence at end of May and celebrate his 20th birthday there. The Holy Father’s health remains unsettled but not acutely critical, with continued concerns over church duties and his stamina.
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Vatican City
Pius XE
Castel Gandolfo
President Proclaims Emergency Faced Flood Sufferers
President Roosevelt declares an emergency allowing duty free import of foreign relief goods for flood victims. He cites ongoing aid from several countries, especially Canada, and says the measure will continue through the declared period to bolster relief efforts.
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Washington
Fen
Roosevelt
Omeinis
Canada
Hood Zone
Weather Record For Excosa Misses Clarity
Report shows precipitation reaching 299 inches to date with a high temperature reading and notes on temperatures from the previous year. Last night low stood at minus 21 degrees. Sunrise and sunset times are listed for tomorrow with a late night moon phase reference.
Flood Menace Threatens Region Amid Street Flooding
Unclear text reports rising flood danger across areas during thaw. Frost and rising water conditions threaten communities with waterlogged streets and possible isolation as authorities monitor conditions and issue warnings.
County obtains Red Cross quota amid flood relief drive
Frederick county reports a countywide Red Cross drive exceeding its quota with a peak over the weekend. Funds raised include 5000, 280715 from Liberty, and donations across multiple churches and schools. A large indoor basketball game and a city church appeal spurred support, with a 1000 check sent to Chatman Girayron Monday night. Local officials and volunteers led the fundraising, listing numerous backers and amounts. CONTINUED ON PAGE FIVE.
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American Red Cross
A. LeRoy McCardell
Quapaigna
Liberty
O. Y. Stone
Prederiek Iron & Steel Company
Plest Tapitat
Lutheran
Gane - Mt
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Frederick
Frederick County Welfare Board
Alebert FE. Holter
Amos A. Holter
P.S. Lansdale
Tet
Nicodemis
Leo Multlinix
Katharine M. Wirner
Margret
Wiener
Frederick Ironic Steel Co
IR Shank
WR. Shank
iRoy U. Delauter
Namsville
A. M. Etzler
Charles C.green
Lewistown
St. Misa Maolle
Gimmerman
Alfred W. Gaver
Mary J. Myles
Murray Day
Damsville
James S$. Day
Yamsville
Ant
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Nateness Maas
Hae Terey
Alvin
Ple. Kaetzel
Jones Wachter
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Ladiew
Frederick Accio
Order of Ragtes
Helen Galther
G. A. Sifford
Myeraville
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Atekinesin
Daniel L. Brunner
Raymond Ff Assard
Smilin
Ligier
Strikers Ordered From Flint Plants In 24 Hours
Injunction issued barring sitdown strikers from occupying General Motors plants Nos. 1 and 2 in Flint Michigan and ordering them to evacuate within 24 hours. National Guardsmen patrolled the area as authorities prepared for possible further disturbances during a tense labor dispute.
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Torn
Fuint
Mich
Michigan National
General Motors
Flint
Corporation Niticiats
Jenders
United Attomobile Workers of America
Chrenit
Paul V. Gadola
Gadola
Chevrolet
General Motors Assembly
Mrs Trader seeks habeas release in murder case
Mrs Jeannette Trader and her attorneys filed a petition for a habeas corpus hearing to release her on the murder charge of her husband Clarence Trader. Worcester County grand jury and officers investigated the Stocke fon utilities operator shooting, with state pathologist finger print testimony as first witness.
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Snow Hill
Jeannette Trader
Clarence J. Trader
Worcester County
Grand
Uwe
Body Of Negro Found Hanging In Headland
The body of Wea Johnson an 18 year old farm hand was found hanging in a wood near Headland Alabama after authorities charged him with an attack on a white man. A group of armed men reportedly seized him from jail and transported him away. Judge J P Mitchell said he received word of the incident and that many men drove to the jail to remove Johnson.
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Headland
Ala
Wea
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