Flood Devastates Cincinnati as River Rises in Crisis
The Ohio River in Cincinnati hits 78.9 feet flooding low-lying areas and forcing water rations to four hours daily. Fire damages reach six and a half million dollars citywide with sixty five thousand homeless. Across states, deaths number at least forty four with riots and prison violence adding to chaos. Federal relief, Red Cross drives, and wartime government action mobilize across ten states.
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Plans Name Fair Get Under Way
After a Northwestern Alaska Fair Association meeting, directors extended the fair’s run from three to four days from March 31 through April 3 to accommodate more features. The aims include advancing mining, industrial, fur bearing, reindeer, dog, fishing and agricultural interests and promoting regional communities. The group also advertised for a manager with a $300 salary and asked applicants to submit written qualifications and fair experience.
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Flying dentist Dr LaRue departs Nome with body for Kaltag
Dr. LaRue the Nome flying dentist transports the body of Gus Mueller, who died here from blood poisoning, to Kaltag for burial.
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Women's Teams To Nome Kennel Club Play Wednesday Stage Dog Races
Interest in Nome Indoor Baseball grows as first ladies games are set for Wednesday. Married Ladies vs High School Girls opens the doubleheader with Alaskans vs Commercials following. Hammon and Huskies rest a week before next Wednesday. Pilot Monson flies mail to Fairbanks. Nome Kennel Club plans a Feb 27 Carnival with a Queen Contest to enter Ice Carnival, Miss Alaska title. Event details to be announced.
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Directors Set January 28 Deadline for Manager Appointment
The notice states applications must be filed by 5 p.m. Thursday January 28 as directors plan another meeting to decide on appointing a manager.
Passing Back in Capitol
Congress enters its fourth week as hesitation grows on major issues. Roosevelt offers no new details on wage and hour plans. House Republicans plan a minority program while debate on crop loans and relief funding proceeds. Most committees have not yet met and actions await Supreme Court rulings on Wagner Act.
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Judge Pollock Dies. Kansas Federal Judge Remembered
Judge John C. Pollock, 79, longtime member of the federal district court of Kansas, died at his suburban home after a coma followed by pneumonia and diabetic illness. He served on the bench since 1903 and is survived by his widow, a daughter, and a sister.
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Newspaper Adverts to Spur Local Business Growth
Local advertisers look to newspaper ads to boost sales and attract customers. The strategy centers on targeted insertions, eye catching copy, and timely placement to maximize reach in community markets.
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