White House coal talks end after hour
In Washington on May 8 the soft coal operators and miners conference at the White House adjourned after more than an hour with only a statement by John L. Lewis that the negotiators would meet again tomorrow. Secretary Perkins and Labor negotiator Dewey attended as roving mediators, while discussions focused on union shop issues and penalty clauses tied to a new contract despite fears of a coal shortage for industry and transport.
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Soft Coal Operators and
White House
John S. Lewis
Megiators
New York
Fepresenta
Perkins
Roosevelt Qlertie
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Jamies F. Dewley
Labor Department
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Lexis
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Weller Tobison
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Lee Gunfire
Charles O'Neil
Putoam
John B
Roosevelt
Jabor Department
Miss Perkins
T Lhe Coal Commission
Uscwillon
Sla
Arizona man claims identity as Charley Ross
Gustine Blair, a 69 year old carpenter, was identified by Maricopa County Superior Court as Charles Brewster Ross, the kidnapped boy Charley Ross from Philadelphia. Blair had long claimed the role, while the Ross family disputed the ruling and said they would ignore it.
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Als
Gustine Blair
Carpenter
Ross
Philadelphia
Charley Ross
Beame
Maricopa County
Charles Brewster Ross
Roreymantown
Witter L. Ross
Charley
Arizona
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Walter
Sophia
Ian
Anno
Obriatlan
Sarah Ann Rod
G. A. Rodgers
Blait
Chaclay
Walter Ross
Plan to Abolish 11 State Courts Killed
Austin dispatch reports a constitutional amendment failed by 11 state courts plan. A 9 to 4 vote defeated the plan to abolish a state civil appeals court, ending a push to eliminate intermediate courts and expand the supreme bench.
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Austin
State Court of Civil Appenia
Dwyer Chides Solon Over Derby Invitation
In Austin on May 5 Representative Pat Dwyer of San Antonio faced light rebuke from colleagues in the Tex ts for not inviting them to the Kentucky Derby. A resolution by Representative Bradbury sought to extend the invitation for next year and to critique Dwyer's handling of the Derby matter, but was withdrawn amid jest and disagreement.
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Aubtin
INS
Pat Dwyer
San Antonio
Texas
Dwyar
Bradmury
Athlene
Death of Houston engraving official under autopsy review
Denver May 9. Deputy Cerber Gis Economy to conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death of Robert Blutphree, 37, an engraving company official from Houston. Murphree was found dead with head and knee bruising, reportedly beaten. Murphree arrived on BuNyer Wednesday.
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Cerbér
Gis
Robert
Blutphree
Engraving Company
Houston
Lexis
Murphree
Beatomy
Bunyer
Luling Storm Destroys Homes and Injures Twenty
Luling residents began repairs after a fierce storm last night damaged dwellings and businesses. High winds shattered windows, four inches of rain flooded homes, and a toll of injuries and livestock losses were reported across a ten mile area. Power and telephone services were disrupted, with Gonzales lines faint and some hospitals treating storm victims.
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Luling
Tomy Li
Hovses
Genwi Fever
Light Company
Gonzales
Laling
Eagle Lake
King George and Queen Elizabeth Aboard Empress of Australia
A brisk westerly gale buffets the Empress of Australia as it crosses the Atlantic with King George and Queen Elizabeth aboard during a state visit to Canada and the United States. The royal pair enjoy deck walks and deck tennis while radio broadcasts of the Duke of Windsor’s remarks are noted from Verduc.
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George
Empress OF Australia
Australia
Atlantic
Grorge
Eligabel
Canada
United States
Duke of Windsor
Verduc
Water Rate Cut Takes Effect June First
City announces a June first adjustment to water charges. Aimed at simplifying rates for residential and commercial use, the change cuts the discount for prompt payment and lowers minimum charges, with a new unified rate structure to save San Antonio consumers.
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W. D. Mantetson
Man Amer
Walter Boned
Teter
Cortliche i
Mastensan
Mintunies
European Nations Busy on New Pacis
European nations discuss a new pacis amid British French policy remaking and allied security concerns. Moscow reports government maneuvers. London notes Polish and Nordic talks on strengthening defense, while Rome signals strong stance on women’s military roles and alliances.
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Moscow
Bovlat Governiment Mledies
London
Tierenskig
Senate Passes Relief Board Funds and Actions
Austin May 28 The Legislature rushed aid to the Texas vessel commission by approving a 540 000 appropriation to continue its functions beyond June 1. The bill moves to the governor. The agency certifies WEA OCC and NYA applicants and distributes federal surplus commodities to the needy, with about 93 000 000 monthly value under state supervision. Other measures advanced include property tax relief and a Supreme Court case procedure reform.
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Aubtin
Legislure
Texas
NYA
Roberts
Ipper
Supreme Court
Aly
Betty Bennett to Be Buried in Kerrville
Funeral services were planned in Kerrville on Tuesday for Betty Bennett eight daughter of Mr and Mrs Roy Bennett of Kerrville who died Sunday at Antania hospital. She survived by her parents two sisters Patsy and Sylth and grandparents Mr and Mrs Harry Karger of Kerrville.
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Betty Bennett
Kerrville
Thesday
Dennett
Mra
Rohe
Benneth
Bennett
Ane
Harry Karger
Inrtsville
Tragedy Near Alice Leaves Two Hurt and One Dead
Killed and a second man critically injured in a two vehicle crash east of Bay Mega on the Peer road early May. A bystander carried May Cain’s body to San Diego while another motorist took A. C. Mitchell to Alice hospital suffering from broken elbow, facial injuries, and shock.
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Faye Cain
Corpus Christi
A. C. Mitchell
Mins Cain
San Diego
Nh Passarby
Alice Hospital
Pope Pleans for Peace in Europe
Vatican dispatch reports Pope Benedict XIII or XI urging peace across Europe. The pontiff directs cardinals to contact leaders with a fervent plea for peaceful means to resolve current international tensions. Monsignor officials note the papal effort seeks direct government dialogue to ease conflicts.
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Vatican
Nels
Lal Pope
Elus XI
Betwen
Maverick and Quin Battle for City Mayoral Lead
West Side election coverage shows Maverick and Quin locked in a tight mayoral race. Early results from Mineral Sidney Lanier High School and West Side precincts indicate Maverick leading Quin, with Jeffers trailing. observers note strong organizing by Maverick and shifting support on the West Side. Voter turnout appears high as polls opened and reports of disturbances emerge amid intense campaigning.
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Mality
Don
Quin
West Side
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Karen Hig
Ators Desnanlle
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Leroy Seffers
Jeffery
Sidney Lanier
Qulu
Davis
Callaghan
Helm
Ru- Biota
Helland
Steffen
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Ilpures
Ens
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Mic
Yckel
Mao Jeffers
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Magerick
Mayer Vod
All's Fair in Politics and Weather Forecast
A San Antonio meteorologist Howard Marx predicts warm weather will continue through Thursday and Wednesday with highs near 86 degrees and lower humidity easing conditions. He notes Laredo Del Rio and Val Verde counties posted over 102 degrees, the hottest in the nation, while Rio Grande Valley should see cooler readings by Tuesday with morning temps around 65 degrees.
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Howard Marx
Tursday
San Antonio
Laredo
del Rio
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Marx
United States
Rio Grande
Vatican Move Rumors Pause Pact Talks in Europe
Reports claim a Vatican mediation move in the week could reshape negotiations among Germany France Poland and other states. A British official stressed resolve for a settlement by friendly negotiation or peaceful means while Monsignor Cesare Grismipo met with Hitler’s liaison to discuss the Danzig dispute and broader European tensions.
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Pius
Germany
France
Poland
Hiatance
R.A
Dullev
Lyovsa
Butler
Fovelay
Danaig
Danzig
Indian Rain Prayer Sparks Quick Rain Response
In Clinton Oklahoma May, Indian school pupils gathered at Clinton High School to hear a program by a local group. Outside, a sunlit sky preceded a sudden chant from Roland Hysedown, an Indian cereal instructor, invoking rain. Moments after the chant ended, rain began to fall on the roof, ending a long drought spell.
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Oklk
laTya Nudleyre
Avillariiny
Roland Hysedown
Bearcely
Threat to Kidnap Heiress Evlyn Walsh McLean Daughter
Reports from New York warn of kidnap threats against Evalyn Walsh McLean’s daughter, tied to the Hope Diamond incident. Detectives guard the McLean apartment as the case unfolds amid sensational letters and a high-profile publicity storm.
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New York
Evalyn Walsh
McLean
Acichentedl
Lea
Ang
Sangster
Evalyn
Ayieol
Explosion in Tokio Kills Eleven and Wreckage Spread
An explosion at a chemical factory near a celluloid plant and a nearby army powder magazine in Tokio injures and kills several workers. The event follows another blast in military areas within two months, with multiple factories affected and many reported missing. Parson Bed reported casualties as efforts to account for workers continue.
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Komninezatwa
Hiuw Op
Mira
Kitumn
Howes
Mames
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