Gas Tank Explosion Kills 68 at Neunkirchen Iron Works
The Neunkirchen blast in the Saar Territory leaves 68 dead and about 160 seriously injured with 300 plus lightly hurt. No Americans among victims. Rescue efforts continue as officials note no further explosions imminent and large damages to nearby homes.
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Associated Press
Neunkirchen
Saar
Germany
Neunkirchen Iron Works
Iron Works
Russia
von Hindenburg
Adolf Hitler
Richenhau
Nammerau
Revival Planned by Davis Before Leaving for Asheville
Rev E Gibson Davis of First Baptist Neville Street announces final revival meetings in the city running daily at 7 30 pm from February 12 to February 24 with topics including The Most Important Question The Assurance of Salvation Broken Cisterns and Does God Ever Abandon a Soul He departs February 28 for Asheville North Carolina and asks for strong local turnout to honor his efforts and show support for his journey to the hills of North Carolina
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E. Gibson Davis
First Baptist Church
Neville Street
Asheville
North Carolina
Calvary
Davis
West Virginia social notes from East Beckley and Huntington
East Beckley welcomes Miss Charlotte Brewer of Marshall College Huntington and her guest Miss Charlene Stewart of Lexington. Roy Rice returns from Raleigh General Hospital after an operation. Mrs P A Wymore of Cincinnati visits her parents in Beckley while undergoing care at Raleigh General. Rev F W Allen lays ill but hopes to recover. W E Palmer returns from Huntington visiting son W H Palmer. Allen Hambrick of Princeton visits daughter Mrs Stuart Gregory. Price Bailey home from local hospital after several weeks. KF Snyder back from Bluefield business trip.
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Charlotte Brewer
Marshal College
Huntington
T. I Brewer
Charlene Stewart
Lexington
Marshall
Roy Rice
Raleigh General Hospital
P. A. Wymore
Cincinnati
H. W. Doolittle
Price Bailey
KF. Snyder
Bluefield
Bond Issue May Lead Levy Law Test Suit
The attorney general approves a $40,000 bond issue at Shinnston, the first in the state since the tax amendment, triggering discussion of a possible supreme court test to interpret the levy limitation amendment on municipal credit. No reflection on Shinnston city was intended.
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Associated Press
Charleston
W. Va
Shinnston
Supreme Court
Post Office Rules Rural Boxes Ban Catalogues Without Aid
The post office department rules that rural mail boxes are not for catalogues distributed without government aid and ordered carriers to remove such matter from all boxes and hold it for postage.
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Post Office Department
Government should run its business well and quickly
Prof William Fielding Ogburn outlines the 10 biggest American problems. He argues the government, a vast enterprise employing millions, should adopt modern efficiency, reduce graft, and move faster, drawing lessons from Europe and wartime unity to better represent interests and serve daily life.
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William Fielding Oghburn
University of Chicago
America
William Fielding Ogburn
Associated Press
Louny
Thomas Deters Son
Europe
United States
Man and government reform in modern life analysis
A 1933 AP column discusses the drift from geography to occupational interests in representation, the rise of propaganda and lobbyists, the vast stake of the people in governance, and future challenges in how government operates. It cites youth insanity risk, crime rates, and social stresses, urging reorganization for better man society fit.
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Eburn Tuchis
The
Assocated Press
Corbett In Critical Condition After Heart Trouble
The condition of former heavyweight champion James J. Corbett was reported unchanged today as he remains critically ill from heart trouble. A medical bulletin noted no change in his status amid ongoing care.
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New York
James J. Corbett
Ford exhibition showcases new sedan with longer wheelbase
Bair Brothers on East Main street displays the 1933 Ford sedan in maroon with a 142 inch wheelbase and streamlined body styling. The interior gains legroom by moving the engine nearer to one radiator and lengthening the frame. Fenders, sloping radiators, and pant-like shapes emphasize the new look while avoiding radical changes.
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Bair Brothers, Inc
Ford Dealers
Beckley
Ford
Bair Brothers
East Main Street
Henry
Quiteris
Coast to Puget Hope Turns Naturalization Quest
A Maine coast to Puget journey spanned 21 years with the aim of naturalization. In that long period not a single individual was caught commercially, highlighting a persistent lack of compliance or enforcement across the era.
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Maine
Puget
Bargain Day Draws Big Crowds at Barter Shop
A heavy turnout at the Barter and Trade office amid bad weather as a special sale and trade session fills five rooms with merchandise. Reporters were kept out as Mrs. McGinnis’ staff restocked items from sewing machines to firearms and furniture while customers, especially women, browse eagerly and purchase food items for daily needs.
Gala Brings Busy Officials to Office Gala
A gala occasion filled the main office as tables were adorned and attendees, including the exceptionally busy Mrs. McGinnis, enjoyed the event despite tight schedules.
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Mrs. McGinnis
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East Main St
Corbett
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Beckley, W. Va
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