Mussolini vows to fight to the finish in Ethiopia
The collapse of European peace plans and cabinet instability loom as Mussolini pledges a long war in Ethiopia. An update from the Italian front claims 30 000 tribesmen have moved into an untenable position and face slaughter, while the era’s party culture ties violence to nightlife among actresses and models amid Virginia Rappe and Fatty Arbuckle coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mussolini
Ethiopia
Lian Front
Virginia Rappe
Fatty Arbuckle
Michigan Republican Wins Congress on an Old-Age Pension Platform
A Michigan Republican is elected to Congress by a two to one margin on a Townsend old-age-pension pledge, his personal stance. The piece questions whether the party will adopt a similar manifesto for next year’s presidential race. Front-page notes criticize Hauptmann’s execution coverage and claims of withheld evidence in the Lindbergh case, but the article rejects such rumors. Hauptmann II will soon be unable to speak due to legal proceedings.
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Michigan
Congress
Bruno Hauptmann
Lindbergh
Jassie
Hauptmann II
Miss West
Willett
Stone
Hodges cites tax shift in state financing
In Moundsville last night President Charles E. Hodges of the state senate outlined a major tax shift. He said public school funding moved from 96 percent local 4 percent state to 56 percent indirect levy and 44 percent local property levies. He added state financing reversed from 78 percent property levy 22 percent indirect revenue to 55 percent indirect levy and 45 percent property tax, noting the burden now spreads wider and should spur industry and home ownership across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moundsville
Charles E. Hodges
State Senate
Governor Kump Delays Call for Extra Session
Governor Kump remains uncertain about an extra legislative session to align state law with federal social security requirements. He waits on Congress funding and potential Supreme Court rulings that could topple the program, with lawyers predicting the act may fail under high court review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kump
Congress
United States Supreme Court
County Budget Cuts Announced Amid Court House Talk
County officials announced a reduction of the budget after previously signaling belt tightening to avoid delaying a new courthouse project. They have acted to secure funds for the next phase, aiming to preserve the plan despite fiscal constraints.
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Court House
Attitude Praised as Officeholders Cut Budget by 4500
The calendar year marked an announced reduction of 4500 in the total operating budget. This prudent act reflects fiscal restraint and earns commendation for officials who chose a leaner year ahead.
Well Done Santa Claus Emphasizes Goodwill Over Stock
The piece reflects on Santa Claus retiring after Christmas and highlights goodwill as the essential stock in trade. It argues that during depression, the spirit of giving binds people, surpassing material measures, and that Christmas cheer mirrors sustained generosity beyond seasonal displays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
Van Sweringen brothers built an empire of railroads
The passing of M J Van Sweringen in Cleveland marks the loss of a nation changing railroad founder. With O P Van Sweringen, he created the Chesapeake and Ohio and other lines, maintaining dividend earnings through hard times. The paper notes their rise from poverty, loyalty of officials, and mentions a costly banking loss during a forced sale. Also cites a St Louis Post-Dispatch critique of Hoover trade views as lacking planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mantis James van Sweringen
Cleveland
Nation
O. P. van Sweringen
M. J
Chesapeake and Ohio
M. J. van Sweringen
O. P
van Sweringen
J. P. Morgan & Company
Morgantown Dominion News
Hoover
Canada
Congress
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Ind. Dem
Criticism of Hoover Over Canadian Trade Comment
Boston Herald notes critics attack Hoover for remarks on a Canadian trade agreement. It argues Republicans would tout his strength while Democrats would highlight vulnerability, suggesting the lingering low mood during his presidency could sway millions of voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Boston Herald
Townsendites Brim With Strength Ahead of Congress
Washington insiders report Townsend old age pension backers plan a bold push at the January session. Edward F. Trefz warns thousands may converge on Washington, while Townsend leadership claims 40 to 50 lawmakers already back OARP. Bolton signals cooperation as momentum grows in Cleveland and nationwide.
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Washington
Congress
Edward F. Trefz
Townsend
Townsend National Region
Coxey
AAA
Oarp, Ltd
New York Notes From A Luncheon And City Spots
A bustling skyline of snippets from Manhattan life includes J O Voit hosting a luncheon for Raould Ricoult at Sherry-Netherland cafe bar where Ricoult notes menus, Ruth Roland eyeing thrill seeking antics, and Chinese wines and liqueurs touted by New York’s Chinese commercial exchange head. Also mentioned are plans for the Queen Mary launch and Hassard Short securing rights to Wild Violets for Madison Square Garden, with musical theater and Christmas homecomings threaded through.
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New York
J. O. Voit
Raould Ricoult
Sherry-Netherland
Albert Stevens Crockett
Cunard
White Star
Willie Lee
Chinese Commercial Exchange
Billy Rose
Madison Square Garden
Hassard Short
Random Reflections on Law War and Inheritance
A column of opinions and quotes offers wry jabs on legal process, taxation, and disarmament. It treats juries, witnesses, and inheritance taxes with skeptical humor, notes the ease of waging war and travel times, and ends with a comic exchange about a photo and marriage.
Girl Hit by Auto In Moundsville Police Identify Driver
Nancy Durig seven was struck by a car last night in Moundsville. Police said the vehicle was driven by State Senator Charles Hodges. The senator rushed the girl to a hospital where doctors reported only minor injuries. Witnesses testified the girl darted in front of the car.
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Associated Press
Moundsville
W. Va
Nancy Durig
Charles Hodges
Garden quiet for years with ice rink hinted
The Garden has seen little activity for years and there is a possibility that Short could create an ice rink there with little difficulty.
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Short
Hollywood Sights Sounds Rain and Movies
Hollywood notes that rain in cinema has personality and class distinction. A scene shows Fredric March walking a sunny lot in rain gear, prompting reflections on rain in films and Hollywood’s own weather.
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Hollywood
Fredric March
California
Rain on Africa stages as film crew tests weather
Mervyn LeRoy and six crew members wear oil, shine, and high boots as they simulate rain on a movie set for Frederic March in Africa. The article recalls old hose rain versus modern projections, noting a network of pipes, valves, hoses, and rain-makers enabling any rainfall type.
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Mervyn LeRoy
Africa
Anthony Adverse
Frederic March
Driving Rain and Movie Notes in Africa
The piece describes a driving rain scene in Africa with Frederic March and mentions film notes: Cohen and Kelly in The Black Gang with Paul Kelly and Sammy Cohen, Opera Hat renamed, Hell Ship Morgan ending production amid sniffles, and actors working mainly when seas were rough.
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A Cohen
A Kelly
Paul Kelly
Sammy Cohen
Frank Capra
George Bancroft-Ann Sothern
Union Man Elected President In Greenbrier Valley
The Greenbrier valley livestock marketing association elected R. W. Johnson of Union Monroe county as president at its December 18 meeting. Johnson is a Union resident in Monroe county and was chosen to lead the organization.
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Lewisburg
Greenbrier Valley Livestock Marketing Association
R. W. Johnson
Union
Monroe County
Never Mind the Lady aa by David Garth
Willett learns that Ailaire meets a stranger in Ray West's private car the "Sebutante 11" and recalls a tropical day they shared. Al laire worries Terry has deserted her while he mourns his Virginia father's funeral and struggles with his mood.
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Aus
David Garth
Willett
Ailaire Fa
Washington
Ana Geta
New York
Ray West
Allaire
Tropice
Allatre
Terry
Virginia
AY West
Débutante
Stopover with Allaire West in Washington Society
Terry Willett visits Eleanor West's home after a chance encounter with Allaire West in a Washington social orbit. He finds her cool, guarded, and preoccupied with her world, while he recalls saving her life and senses tension in their resumed, awkward reunion as he anticipates what tomorrow will bring.
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Eleanor West
Washington
Rayborne West
Puff
Terry
DuPont Circle
New York
Willett
Allaire
Mayflower
Big Boy
Fort Myer
Congress
Massachusetts Avenue
Africa
Timbuctu Waist Garment Company. Incorporated
Willet
Old Dominion
Perry
David Garth
Social visits noted around Oak Hill and nearby towns
Brooklyn resident Billy Tompkins LeRoy Pittman Edward Cecil Pete Widay and the Fleshman brothers visited in Oak Hill Saturday. Mrs Lively Burley visited her husband a Coal Valley hospital patient in Montgomery. Evelyn Lego guest of Mrs C E Perry Cupnard Miss Sadie Johnson guest of Miss Lena Wire. Mr and Mrs Harry Martin guests of friends in Oak Hill. Freda Smith Kaymoor guest of her parents Andrew and Mrs Smith Sunday. Dewey Meadows visited his father in Edmond Sunday. Millard Waugh business visitor Oak Hill Saturday. John Widay visiting Fayetteville Friday. Mrs Andrew Kocholic visiting husband patient Coal Valley hospital Montgomery. Edward Kidd guest of Mr and Mrs Harry Martin Saturday. Mr and Mrs Cecil Finney Gatewood guests of Mr and Mrs Mark Young Friday. Gaston Caperton Slab Fork business visitor Wednesday. D C Swore visiting family in Montgomery over weekend. Charles Beary Cunard visiting friends Saturday. Oscar Richards Cunard visiting friends Saturday.
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Billy Tompkins
LeRoy Pittman
Edward Cecil
Pete Widay
William and
Lawrence Fleshman
Oak Hill
Lively Burley
Coal Valley Hospital
Montgomery
Evelyn Lego
C. E. Perry
Cupnard
Sadie Johnson
Lena Wire
Harry Martin
Freda Smith
Kaymoor
Andrew Smith
Dewey Meadows
Edmond
Millard Waugh
John Widay
Fay
Etteville
Andrew Kocholic
Edward Kidd
Harry Martin Satury
Cecil Finney
Gatewood
Mark Young
Gaston Caperton
Slab Fork
D. C
Mathews and Hartnay Aid Panhandle Mining Institute
Compensation Commissioner A. G. Mathews and his secretary Ralph Hartnay traveled to Wheeling yesterday to assist the Panhandle Mining Institute. The visit underscores support from state officials for regional mining interests and related economic activity.
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Associated Press
Charleston
A. G. Mathews
Ralph Hartnay
Wheeling
Panhandle
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Beckley Newspapers Corporation
Beckley
Bolton
Chester C. Bolton
Republican Congressional Campaign Committee
House Appropriations Committee
Manhattan
Ruth Roland
Ruth
Fifth Avenue
Clancy
Alphonso
Witnss
United States
Riggs
Diggs
By Robbin Coons
Anthony
South America
Brooklyn, W. Va
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