Democrats Nominate Roosevelt as Convention Rallies
Chicago June 30 The Democratic National Convention approved its platform and moved to nominating nine candidates for president led by Franklin D Roosevelt amid cheering and mass demonstrations with banners and huge lithographs as New York Governor Roosevelt sparked a powerful march by supporters across the hall.
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Hoover signs economy bill amid limited satisfaction
President Hoover signed the national economy bill into law amid limited satisfaction, saying it falls short of the proposed economies. The act, about 150 million dollars in government expenditures, imposes a five day week via a 30 day pay less furlough and includes salary cuts and a ban on filling vacancies.
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Senate panel finds federal unemployment insurance impractical
A special Senate committee reports federal unemployment insurance is impractical and undesirable. It urges states to create programs with compelling industries to establish reserves. The panel also proposes that the federal government allow tax deductions for employer private unemployment reserves.
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Two Men Die in Lightning Strike Near Dunlap Georgia
Two men were killed and a third man burned when lightning struck a barn near Dunlap Georgia. The deceased are E. T. Tucker, 45, and Curtis Clotfelter, 24, with J. T. Clotfelter, father of Curtis, severely burned. The deaths occurred Tuesday.
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Heat claims sixteen mules in Putnam County
In Eatonton Georgia on June 30 officials report sixteen mules have died in Putnam County during the past week. Farmers respond by slowing work and giving animals longer rest periods to cope with the heat.
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Candidates to Attend Meeting on Lower Utility Rates
Atlanta June 30 councilman J W Weaver announced that one member of the Georgia Public Service Commission and two commission candidates will attend a mass meeting on lower rates. Albert J Woodruff H W Manning and Guy O Stone agreed to be there with address by City Attorney James L Mayson.
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Augusta
Congress Intensifies Push On Relief And Economic Bills
Washington reports a vigorous push toward a broader relief program as Congress considers appropriations. relief measures include 2 billion in construction loans and 500 million for public works, while farm relief discussions debate unemployment and crop support amid unresolved differences between chambers.
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Fragmented OCR note on legislative or party actions
Disjointed OCR text references bills days and parties with numbers and terms like midnight urgency and prop osal. It mentions a recon mission and motor or vehicle terms with unclear context and names. Strong entities are not clearly identifiable due to garbled content.
Norton Davis Re-Elected In County Primary Showdown
The second primary selected three county nominees with Robert S. Burch defeating Judge William M. Jones for Ordinary. Gordon E. Davis was re-elected sheriff and Fred S. Norton re-elected tax receiver. Davis won 1881 to 1630 over Cobb. Norton 1894 to 1628 over Isler.
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Baker supporters prep for dark horse Baker
Chicago June 30 Newton Ohio headquarters in operation Hotel housing Baker drive. L. P. Ayers of Cleveland Hayes of New York and friends lead the effort. Delegates pass banners along a quiet street as Ayers works to secure a Baker nomination with a potential break in the process.
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State Capitol to close until July for holiday
Atlanta reports the state capitol will be closed from Saturday through Monday for the holiday. A Saturday half-holiday practice was ordered as Governor directs cessation of state business until Tuesday morning.
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Interest on Loans to Veterans Is Cut
Washington reports that the Senate approved a bill reducing the rate of interest on World War adjusted service loans to veterans from 4 percent to 3 percent. The measure now goes to the House for action.
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Doctor Curtis says Lindbergh baby ransom talks involved a secrecy pledge
In Flemington New Jersey June 30 a court heard John Hughes Curtis description that a doctor treated the sick Lindbergh baby after kidnapping and was under death threat secrecy. The defense argued a mistrial motion due to a local article. Curtis described a tense meeting with the kidnapper leader and ransom payments while Colonel Lindbergh watched the proceedings.
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Jassie) Condon
Georgia Stockholders to Get Millions in Dividends Tomorrow
Georgia stockholders in more than twenty local firms will receive over 5.5 million dollars in dividends tomorrow. The Coca Cola Company leads payouts with 3.5 million dollars, including 2 million in regular and extra dividends and 1 million in Class A stock. Other payments include Georgia Power 862,860 dollars Libb Manufacturing 300,000 First National Bank 202,500 and Atlantic Ice and Coal 187,500.
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Tax bill toggles loan timing after certificate issuance
The draft bill allows loans to be issued immediately after certificate issuance, removing the current two year waiting period and enabling quicker access to funds.
Seven Killed in Traction Car Collision Near Trenton
Seven people died when a Hamilton bound passenger car collided head on with a southbound Cincinnati and Lake Erie traction freight near Trenton Ohio this morning around 7. Crews using torches freed bodies from twisted steel while two injured passengers were rushed to Middletown Hospital. The dead include Joseph Brosey Hamilton operator H P Augsburger Trenton Jack Augsburger Trenton George Bett Hamilton Russell Wilson Hamilton Mrs Russell Wilson Hamilton and an unidentified girl.
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Conferees Fail To Agree On Relief Bill This Week
Washington June 30 President Hoover was informed by congressional conferees on the unemployment relief bill they would not complete their agreement until next week. The delay eliminates any chance of adjournment by Saturday. Covington Ga July 4 barbecue speakers announced Abit Nix candidate for governor and Major Scott Candler state commander of the American Legion.
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Democrats Move Toward Roosevelt Nomination at Convention
At the Chicago convention Roosevelt's supporters push toward a first-ballot majority as repeal sentiment dominates proceedings. Delegates vote 604 to 213 in favor of repealing prohibition, with speeches from Al Smith energizing the crowd amid long sessions and shifting blocs.
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Weather Forecast Roundup for Southern States
Partly cloudy with local thundershowers in the south and west portions tonight and Friday. Florida sees partly cloudy skies with local thundershowers. Central and north portions also expect rain tonight and Friday. Georgia and Alabama report local thundershowers tonight and Friday. Northwest Florida stays partly cloudy tonight with local storms.
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