Higher Rate Movement Faces Criticism and Doubts
Morning papers report railroads in the south west and eastern lines seeking a 15 percent rate increase to achieve a 10 percent net gain. Critics warn higher rates burden producers and consumers, risking reduced demand, while railroads tout security and potential gains for infrastructure like tunnels and double tracking amid a broader economic tension. The piece questions whether increased transportation costs will stimulate or dampen commerce.
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West
Eastern Trunk Line
West Virginia
Tidewater
Atlantic Seaboard
South America
Washington
United States
Answering That Question Could Save Many Headaches
A clear, precise reply helps prevent confusion, errors, and wasted effort for everyone involved. Providing a direct, well sourced response reduces misinterpretation and speeds up decision making.
Public weigh official oversight praised in Clarkburg area
The Clarksburg Exponent notes publicity from the discovery that strawberry baskets sometimes fell short of legal weight. It applauds sealers of weights and measures for enforcing fair weights, urging officials to inspect stores to protect consumers and maintain fair commerce.
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Clarksburg
What’s in a Name for Panic Says Senator Davis
Senator Davis of Pennsylvania coins term economic indigestion to describe the panic. He derides broad labels like world wide low mood as unfounded and urges truthful analysis. The piece mocks politicians for offering alibis as the 1929 30 31 panic looms.
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Davis
Pennsylvania
Charleston
Cochran the Toll Bridge Wrecker of Missouri
Washington Daybook profiles John Cochran a three term Missouri congressman famed for shouting I object to derail bridge bills. He battles private bridge measures, uses obstruction to force rule suspensions, and vows to one day dent a two thirds majority while taunting Hawley Garner and others on bridge projects.
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Washington
Congress
Stafford
Wisconsin
Smoot
Utah
John Cochran
Missouri
Cochran
Jack
Igoe
Hawes
Miccsouri
the House
New York Public Relations District Takes Shape in Wall Street Center
In June wanderings through New York reveal neighbor hoods dedicated to trades, from Battery to Maiden Lane, with public relations now defined by Edward J Bernays moving to One Wall Street near Ivy Lee at 30 Broad. A three story lobby aims to feel less bank like, while rooms range from pigskin walled vice chairs to a theater layout with luxe dressing rooms and jewel safe. Show girls may face salary cuts as mid week performances adjust. Local visits record Gladys Clay, Mrs Amanda Bone, and others visiting here Saturday.
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Battery Place
Financial District
Insurance Ron
Maiden Lane
Forty-seventh
Forty-eighth Streets
Fifth Avenue
Garment
Edward J. Bernays
Wall Street
Ivy Lee
Broad
Irving Trust Company
Broadway
Earl Carroll
Week end habits of New Yorkers affect roadway patterns
The clipping notes weekend behavior in New York and its impact on traffic, mentioning Katharine Cornell's show as a side item in the same issue.
Pineknob Area Residents Week of Visits and Travel
Pineknob West Virginia residents and relatives visited family in Beckley Charleston Naoma Munition and Dry Creek this week. Mr and Mrs Prince Webb hosted and traveled relatives to Charleston while S E Jarrell returned from Beckley. Mrs Ida Dickens and son Perchie joined Mrs J H Vealey for a Sunday visit as Zella Hunter and Dovel Maye of Munition attended nearby.
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Willie Bone
Quinnie Webb
Virgil Webb
Beckley
J. L. Jarrell
Charleston
S. E. Jarrell
Gilbert Pettry
Naoma
Chrisg Webb
Earl Miller
Slayings Probe Ties Deputies to Rubio Case
Deputy sheriffs Cecil Crosby and Bill Guess of Ardmore Oklahoma were held for trial on murder charges in the killings of Emilio Cortes Rubio and Manuel Gomez, cousins of Mexico's president, following their own requests.
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Cecil Crosby
Bill Guess
Ardmore
Okla
Emilio Cortes Rubio
Manuel Gomez
Mexico
Quips and quirks from Capper’s weekly satire
A collage of witty observations and snappy quips from Capper’s weekly. The items touch on economy, politics, fashion, and social life with light sarcasm. Notable lines reference Hoover, Mussolini, the Prince of Wales, and everyday misadventures, all in a brisk, humorous tone.
Thieves Stole Basket From German Vaudeville Theatre
Thieves in Hamburg Germany reportedly stole a wicker basket from a vaudeville theatre and were surprised to find a full grown boa constrictor inside, triggering unexpected complications for the thieves and theater security.
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Hamburg
Germany
Pierre Bevis and the Nevada Mine Temptation
Antonio Latour recalls Harriet Noel's son Pierre facing a moral test as Bruce and Martin press to divert Pierre's inheritance into a Nevada mining venture. Pierre pursues drama studies in New York while Ann Bevis balances loyalty, ambition, and love. Tony warns against sacrificing Pierre's future for quick wealth.
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Harriet Noel
New York
Tony
Roy Donovan
Harriet
Donovan
Pierre
Bruce
Ann Bevis
Ann
Mother
Orchard Hill
Antonio
Bevis
Cleveland
Careys
Nevada
Martin Bevis
Martin
Father Tony
Martina
D. Appleton and Co
Moose Meets Sunday at Beckley Lodge class expected
The Beckley Lodge Local Order of Moose announces a large class gathering this Sunday. Members prepare for ceremonies and new entrants, with plans for community outreach and social events around the event.
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MOOSE
Beckley Lodge
Order of Moose
Fraternity Special Meeting Yields New Members
A special Sunday meeting of the fraternity admitted new members during an afternoon session.
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