17 Year Old Girl Beats Stella Walsh in Indoor Meet
Tre Hielen Stephens, a 17 year old junior, won three trophies in the National Women's Indoor Meet after three weeks of competition. She defeated famed Olympic star Stella Walsh in the 50 meter dash, remarking Who is Stella Walsh after the race. Walsh set records in the 24 meter dash and a Chicago athlete set a 1 meter record. Walsh won the basketball throw with a 96 feet five and a half inch toss, while Miss Robinson did not compete.
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Tre Hielen Stephens
Stella Walsh
Miss Stephens
Clevewad
Mirs Walsh
Eseisa Hall
Chicago
Miss Walsh
Sier
Raedie Ehacapusa
Hetty Rolanson
Chicaz
Misa Robinson
Miss Waleh
Currency Expansion Bonus Bill Added To Senate Calendar
The Patman 2,000,000,900 currency expansion bonus bill was added to the Senate Finance Committee calendar. A presidential veto is expected if approved. Sen Thomas threatened to rider the measure to the relief bill, but administration forces aim to defeat that tactic. Chairman Harrison expects limited hearings and a Senate pass with veto upheld.
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Washington
Senate Finance Committee
Senate
Elmer Thomas
Okla
Pat Harrison
Miss
Vinson American Legion
Treasury
Millard E. Tscinogs
John J. Cochran
Ohio University Receives World Fair Telescope
Athens reports the future home of the telescope that gathered light from the star Arcturus for Chicago's World's Fair will be at Ohio University. A. H. Carpenter, builder of the telescope, will present it to honor his father Franklin R. Carpenter, the university's first doctoral recipient, and his father in law Dr. Evans, longtime Latin professor for 49 years.
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Athens
Chicago
Ohio University
A. H. Carpenter
Franklin R. Carpenter
Dr. Evans
Texas College Site Will Get Markers
Bronze markers will be placed at the site of old Salado College about 20 miles west of Salado to mark the ruins. Salado College was the only higher learning institution in Texas during the Republic and early statehood, with notable attendees including former Governor Miriam A Ferguson. Col. F Sterling C Robertson spearheaded the college’s movement, and his family home stands near the site. The building burned a few years ago, and the local group has begun efforts to erect the marker.
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Texas
Salado College
Hare
Texas Republic
Miriam A. Ferguson
Salado Throne
F. Sterling C. Robertson
PD. Oal R
Titleholders Defend Crowns In 50 Meters Dash
A female athlete retained one of her two 1293 titles while defending the 50 meters dash line. Alea Arden moved to New York City, preserving her own championship. An event noted the high leap of 44 and three vatior gains.
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Alea Arden
New York City
Vatior Gneher
France Plans Smaller Banknotes Beginning With 59 Franc
France will issue reduced sized currency with the 59 franc note first, following the U S lead. The design features Versailles park flora and Mercury imagery with watermarks to resist folding. Additional notes 100 500 and 1000 francs to appear next year.
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Paris
United States
France
Bank of France
Versailles
Flora
Mercury
World at a Glance political tension in Washington
A World at a Glance column reflects on senators facing pressure from mass movements and Wall Street over the utilities holding company bill and other reforms. It questions who stands strongest for fundamental rights, citing Senator George W Norris of Nebraska as a notable fighter for liberty.
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New York
Wall Street
Washington
Congress
Roosevelt
Georga W. Norris
Nebraska
High School Debaters To Clash At Kent
Kent Oklahoma debate teams have won three of four debates and a Nebraska team won the other. The annual national high school speech tournament will be held May 6 through 8 at Kent State College under its sponsorship. The topic is whether the United States should adopt a policy of equalizing educational opportunity by annual grants to states for public elementary and secondary education.
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Kent, O
United States
Kent State College
Oklahoma
Nebraska
Douglas fir cut near Shelton matches Paul Bunyan legend
A Douglas fir near Shelton, cut for the Simpson mill, scaled at 16 689 board feet. The 24 foot butt measured 14 feet in diameter at the base and 19 feet at the top, prompting comparisons to the famed Paul Bunyan.
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Shelton. Wash
Paul Bunyan
Shelton
UNH reports two thirds of students earning part time wartime work
Durham New Hampshire. University of New Hampshire President Tyler Dennett states that about sixty six percent of the student body are engaged in part time work to support the war effort, reflecting broad campus mobilization during the wartime period.
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Tyler Dennett
University of New Hampshire
Coughlin Sparks Political Ganging Among Senators
The piece notes Rev Charles E Coughlin stirs strong support and opposition among senators over monetary policy and reform. It argues some senators, after studying the issue, may choose to follow conscience over the priest, while others align with him on fundamental questions.
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Charles E. Coughlin
Father Coughlin
Eye Care Rules For Modern Readers And Dinosaurs
A historical note contrasts the cave man’s potential eye sharpness with modern reading habits. It argues three rules to prevent eye strain: avoid long sessions with tiny print, have regular eye exams, and ensure good lighting. It cites statistics that over seventy five percent of people past fifty fear defective vision.
Elyria Reports Historic Low Electricity Costs
In Elyria officials announce electricity rates at a historic low, claiming the cost of power set a new record for affordability. The release cites municipal energy authority data and notes sustained declines amid regional competition and weather-driven demand shifts.
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Knights of Columbus Leaders Hear Three Prominent Speakers
Three speakers will be heard on radio next week as part of a Knights of Columbus mobilization campaign. Hugh A. McNamee will speak on WGAR at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Edward Gracey on the same program, and Perry A. Frey at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday on WJAY with Dan O Loughlin introducing him. The program will feature performances by Edward McEwen. In broader debate, Senators Wagner, La Follette, Nye and others are cited as defenders of civil rights in a discussion of democracy versus obstruction.
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Hugh A. McNamee
United States
Cleveland
WGAR
Edward Gracey
St. Paul's Church
Euclid
American Legion
Perry A. Frey
WJAY
Dan O'Loughlin
Area
Edward McEwen
Postmaster Farley stamp reprints hit Washington distribution
Farley reprints went on sale at three Washington points but disappointed collectors. Deluxes differ in color and craftsmanship from the originals, with the 5 cent Parks and 3 cent Mother's Car showing new hues. Alvin W. Hall aimed for identity but perfection was impractical. Chest er Lauailud, Franklin D. Roosevelt Stamp Club president, bought first. Mead Johnston, NRA official’s nephew, bought second.
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Washington
Alvin W. Hall
Bureau of Encraving and Printing
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Philatelic Mail Carried by Wiley Post
Prof C F Cornfield reports Wiley Post flew from Bur bank Air Terminal at 6 05 A M February 22 1935 carrying 35 lbs of philatelic mail about 2900 covers. He planned to reach Newark Municipal Airport in eight hours but landed at Murdock Lake due to a leaking pipe. He was sworn in as a mail pilot and the covers may have official standing. Elyria stamp clubs meet Saturdays at YMCA. Oberlin Stamp club meets 2nd and 4th Fridays at Council Chambers. Elyria Senior Collectors meet March 25 at YMCA. Rocco Trombella and Jim Riez will lead. Visitors welcome.
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Wiley Post
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Elyria Senior Collectors Club
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