Sibley to Head Commerce Body
Harper Sibley of Rochester New York emerges as leading candidate for president of the U S chamber of commerce. A personal friend of President Roosevelt he is a banker and farmer with large Illinois coal and lumber interests. Sibley favors a middle road but criticizes some New Deal policies and government intrusion in business.
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Associated Press
Washington
Roosevelt
Chamber of Commerce of the United States
Harper Sibley
Rochester
N. Y
Henry S. Harriman
Groton
Harvard
Sibley
Harriman
Chamber
Hatfield Challenges Senate Eligibility in West Virginia
Hatfield argues the U S Constitution sets clear senator qualifications and the Democratic ticket candidate may be ineligible. He says the Senate should decide the issue to settle the vacancy72 and not seek personal ascent while urging action to resolve the question once and for all.
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United States
West Virginia
Senate
West Virginia Senate Vacancy Proposal Cited
A speech argued that lacking a majority vote disqualifies a candidate and urged declaring the office vacant to let the governor appoint a senator, ensuring West Virginia has two senators to guard its interests as provided by the constitution.
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West Virginia
West Virginia Senate Seat Contested Over Holt Eligibility
Charleston reports officials withheld official opinions as Washington weighed Rush D. Holt's right to serve as U.S. senator from West Virginia. Governor Kump said he certified Holt's election and would discharge any further duty if required. Dr. Henry D. Hatfield petitioned to declare Holt ineligible and restore Hatfield to the seat.
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Associated Press
Charleston
Washington
Rush D. Holt
U.S
West Virginia
H. G. Kump
Holt
Henry D. Hatfield
Senate
Hatfield
Kump
Mr. Holt
Johnson Blasts Big Industry Over Codes and NRA Role
Johnson criticizes meat packers and cigarette manufacturers as opposed to fair trade codes. He cites their organized institute resisting codes for small businesses and questions their claimed voluntary adherence to NRA provisions, saying they have not lived up to them.
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Johnson
Infant survives after premature birth in jail trio
Two of triplets died in jail as the next smallest baby passed away. The surviving infant weighs three pounds eight ounces and doctors say a good chance of survival. Mrs. Carranza is reported doing well. The classified section reads like a department store with latest bargains.
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Joe
Carranza
Scott's Scrapbook Finds Steady Use in Mayhem
R. J. Scott compiles a brisk page of notes as steam-powered machines and toys appear in daily life. The column highlights steady use of gadgets, with casual observations on designers and trends shaping households.
Guiltless War Veteran Secures Parole for Accused Man
In Crown Point Indiana April 19 a four year imprisoned veteran Edward Singleton 43 sought mercy for Ralph E Harwood 23 of Hammond Ind The judge suspended Harwoods sentence granting probation while Singleton asked mercy stating he served four years for a crime he did not commit Harwood was sent to a parole officer and Singleton hoped to start anew elsewhere
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Associated Press
Crown Point
Ind
Edward Singleton
Michigan City
Ralph E. Harwood
Hammond
William J. Murray
Harwood
Singleton
Durance
Harwood Singleton
Murray
Burdiss Injured After Fall From Box Car
J H Burdiss a 56 year old East Beckley brakeman was brought to Raleigh General hospital with a broken finger and severe contusions to back and legs after slipping from a box car on tracks near Prince street while the car was being switched to a siding. Injuries described as minor by report.
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J. H. Burdiss
East Beckley C
O. Brakeman
Raleigh General Hospital
Prince Street
Burdiss
Long Solons To Follow Orders
Baton Rouge April 19 Louisiana lawmakers acting on Senator Huey P Longs orders enacted legislation to place federal works funds expenditure under state control. The senate passed house legislation 29 to 10 requiring cities and parishes to be responsible to the state for projects funded by P W A funds. Ickes warned grants could be stopped, signaling a major step in the clash over who manages Louisiana relief funds.
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Associated Press
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Huey P. Long
General Assembly
Long
Senate
House
Interior
Harold Ickes
Washington
Farm Aid Bills With Congress
Washington April 19 Three farm aid bills moving through congress total over 4.0 billion in currency and credit expansion with only one likely to become law a billion dollar tenant rehabilitation plan The House Agriculture Committee approved the Frazier Lemke bill for 3.0 billion to refinance farm mortgages and the Jones measure authorizing intermediate credit banks to lend to farm land banks The tenant corporation bond bill faced Republican Democratic opposition in the Senate delaying action while Costigan shifts to advance the measure after Bankhead bill approval awaiting southern opposition and possible filibuster considerations
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Associated Press
Washington
Congress
House Agriculture Committee
Frazier-Lemke
Senate
Bankhead
D-Ala
Southern Democrats Criticize Bankhead Bill Amid Delay rumors
Leaders expect a lengthy vote on the motion as Southern Democrats assail the Bankhead bill. Though most beneficiaries are cotton states, they stop short of pledging a vote against it.
Mellon Hearing Set For Friday
Pittsburgh April 19 The board of tax appeals adjourned its hearing of the 3 089 000 Mellon 1931 income tax case until Monday as attorneys agreed to work over the weekend to speed proceedings. government counsel Jackson and Mellons Hogan discuss exhibits while others draft stipulations on the McClintic Marshall Bethlehem Steel deal. Hogan won a ruling halting Shearers probe into Union Trust records regarding $8 2 million in Bethlehem bonds.
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Associated Press
Pittsburgh
Board of Tax Appeals
A. W. Mellon
Robert H. Jackson
Frank R. Hogan
Mellon
McClintic-Marshall-Bethlehem Steel
Hogan
Fred R. Shearer
Union Trust Company
Bethlehem
McClintic- Marshall
Bethlehem deal sparks tax dispute over 30 year profits
In Bethlehem hearings the government seeks to show the McClintic Marshall stockholders sold profits earned over 30 years in a Bethlehem transaction, while Mellon argues the matter is a non taxable merger. A stray line suggests considering a classified ad to rent a vacant room.
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Bethlehem
McClintic-Marshall
Mellon
Punctuality Tips Hidden in Classifieds
A concise note highlights using classified ads to save time and money while staying punctual. It urges readers to monitor listings for timely bargains and efficient decisions.
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