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Nominee Draws Rebuke for Roosevelts Pick Black
Widespread surprise greeted President Roosevelts nomination of Senator Hugo Black to the Supreme Court vacancy caused by Justice Willis Van Devanter's retirement. Critics urged referral to the Senate Judiciary Committee amid debates on public power and regulatory measures, while Black's record as a wage and hours advocate drew both praise and opposition.
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Dem. Ariz
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Rep. Calif
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American Federation of Labor
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