Michigan first state to ratify repeal act
Lansing April 10 today became the first state to ratify a repeal of the national prohibition law. A plebiscite of 100 delegates last week showed 99 to 1 for elimination of prohibition from the twenty first amendment. Eugene Davenport former dean led the tribute from Barry County and the convention commended his courteous conduct. Governor William A. Comstock and officials joined in a final vote of 99 ayes declared at 3 59 p m eastern time.
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Lansing
Mich
Representative Hall
State Capitol
Eugene Daven
Barry County
University of Oll
Gover
William A. Comstock
Senators Press Weddell For a Diplomatic Post
Virginia senators Lena Glass and Byrd pressed for a diplomatic appointment for Weddell during a conference with Postmaster General Farley. Farley said the matter remains pending and the President may appoint Breckenridge Long to Rome, while hopefuls press for Weddell’s assignment. Byrd noted patronage will be held in abeyance pending governmental reorganization.
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Washington
Alexander Wield
Virginia
Lena Glass
Byrd
Far
Farley
Kent Roosevelt
Italy
Belgium
Breckenridge Long
Rome
Weddell
Eddell
Louis McHenry Howe
Protest Arrest Of Preachers Of Holiness Faith
A crowd in S pearisburg protests the imprisonment of two holiness preachers Cecil Twice of Pulagi r i county and Effie Giles Pembroke arrested on inciting charges. Officers say meetings in Narrows caused noise late at night and a street parade with singing and threats toward police. The report notes London's winter temperature comparing 18 to 39 degrees.
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Spearisburg
Cers
Narrows
Cecil
Pulagiri County
Effie Giles Pembroke
London
Offensive By Japan South of the Wall Begins
Tokyo reports a Japanese operation south of the Great Wall to quell Chinese counter-attacks on passes near Lengkow. Changchun headquarters cites Chinese hostility as the reason, with Japanese aircraft supporting the assault. About 50,000 Chinese troops concentrate near Kemnchangying along Jehol’s southern border.
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Tokyo
Great Wall of China
Rengo
Changchun
War Office
Peiping
Tientsin
Wall
War Department
Lengkow
Kemnchangying
Jehol
Cult Slayers Are Said To Be Sane Trial At Inez Ky
In Inez Kentucky on April 10 testimony stated John H Mills aged 33 is sane and his mother Lucinda Mills aged 67 said before her death she would lay down any side. The Mills family six relatives faced trial for slaying Mrs Mills during a religious ceremony by a mountain cult in a cabin near Tomahawk Kentucky on February 8. Doctors W R Castle and Frank M Picklesmier of Paintsville Kentucky testified for the defense.
Fragmented Health Note on Cereal and Habits
A fragmented text discusses cereal texture likened to lettuce and raises questions about how systems and drugs become habit forming. The passage lacks clear subjects or events and reads as a rough, incomplete note.
Mills Insanity Testimony Highlights Defense Case
Wealth and two doctors testified Saturday that John H Mills was insane, shaping the defense in the trial. The physicians offered expert opinions on Mills mental condition.
Gangsters Move To Gain Control Of Beer Trade
Gangsters prepare a united front to seize control of the legal beer industry, the employers association says in Chicago, calling for a battle to the finish. Hoodlum bosses may enter the legitimate beer field, prompting strong opposition from law enforcement and legitimate business interests.
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Anand
Employers’ Association
Chicago
Tax Levy For Clarke County Remains Same
Special to The Star reports on Clarke County Virginia where the county board decided to keep the existing tax levy unchanged despite earlier requests from board members. The April 11 note indicates officials sought adjustments but the levy remained steady.
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Clarke County
Star
Su Rs
County Board Cuts Taxes and Sets Sinking Fund Plan
The county reduced taxes from 70 to 62 cents with the 8 cent difference directed to a sinking fund for aging railroad bonds. Miss Nanie Thomas asked about summer aid for winter lists. the chair ruled aid would cover only the aged and incompetent. Mrs. John B. Neill urged trimming the rest room appropriation to 100 dollars, noting lower running costs after moving and a donated pay telephone. The board approved the reduced 100 dollar appropriation.
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Nanie Thomas
Battletown
John B. Neill
Union of
King’s Daughters
C. & P. Telephone Company
J. T. Yates
Distance figures from Seattle to Asia ports
The data lists travel distances from Seattle to Shanghai as 6316 statute miles and to Yokohama as 4900 miles, indicating maritime or air route measurements. The figures provide a geographical sense of intercity air or sea travel distances.
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Seattle
Shanghai
Yokohama
Revival Services Held At Brethren Church
Evangelistic services continue each evening this week at First Brethren Church on Berryville Avenue led by Rev. E. J. Rohart. Monday night drew a good crowd as the pastor quoted Mark 8 36 about gaining the world versus the soul. He urged that worldly gain cannot satisfy or last and urged attendees to consider the cost of forsaking the soul. The pastor and Mrs Rohart closed with Have You Counted The Cost and invited all to attend.
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First Brethren Church
Berryville Avenue
E. J. Rohart
Rohart
Evening church message on Psalm 119 59 urged to listen
At 8 o'clock a special message will be given in story form this evening from Psalm 119 59. The pastor urges hearers to reflect on their ways and turn to thy testimonies, promising hymns that bring comfort and cheer.
Special Week Services At M Street Methodist Church
Devotional services are held this week at 8 o clock in M Street Methodist Church led by Rev Wallace M Brash in a series titled The Week of Christ s Earthly Ministry Tonight s subject is The Day of Controversy A duet by Miss Mary Barshears and Miss June Mason provides special music Everyone is invited to attend these meetings.
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M! Street Methodist Church
Wallace M. Brash
Mary Barshears
Jjune Mason
Home Sweet Home Tied to Payne and Clari Opera
The phrase Home, Sweet Home is linked to John Howard Payne though the song debuted with his opera Clari or the Maid of Milan in 1823. Payne wrote the piece and introduced it to the public, making the tune famous beyond the stage.
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John Howard Payne
Milan
Slenderizing Marian Martin Pattern Adette Fashion
A pattern sketch promotes a frock with pointed seams to create a taller slimmer silhouette. Highlights include a collar, three quarter puffed sleeves, twin or monotone prints, and a bodice center above the bust. Pattern 9532 comes in sizes 36 to 46 with material requirements. ordering details and catalog offer included.
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Marian Martin
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