International Prohibition Is Next, Bowman Is Speaking
Dr. Paul H. Bowman of Bridgewater College told about 600 temperance workers in Botetourt county that the next move is international prohibition and the liquor industry will die if products are consumed in bulk. He urged uniting dry forces and education while noting political aims tempt men to claim dry status for office. In Lexington, Virginia Military Institute announced new cadet rules banning liquor, radios, and special privileges while enforcing stricter discipline and clothing standards for all classes.
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Silverites Plan To Pass Bill Over President
Silver advocates in Congress press ahead with bills to rehabilitate silver. Administration hints a Dies bill with a discretionary 25 percent premium change may pass, while opposition signals limited support. House and Senate debate signals rising silver sentiment despite White House opposition.
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Associated Press
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Origin of writing traced to Phoenician influence
The article argues that writing entered western nations via the Phoenicians and likely drew on Egyptian systems. It notes the exact antiquity comparison between Egyptian and Assyrian or Akkadian remains undetermined.
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Grigie
Trotzky Ordered to Leave France Amid Controversy
Paris reports say Leon Trotzky, the exiled revolutionary, was ordered to depart France after the government criticized his violation of political neutrality. Interior Minister Albert Sarraut announced the decision, noting Trotzky’s residence near Barbizon violated terms of stay. It remained unclear whether he could return to Corsica or must exit French territory.
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France
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Barbizon
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Hunter Brown Held on Bad Check Charge in West Virginia
Hunter Brown of Winchester is jailed in Martinsburg facing a hearing for forging the signature of farmer J. Snodden Weber on five checks and obtaining goods and cash from merchants. Police say he confessed and spent the cash, selling merchandise, using Weber’s name from a prior meeting at the Weber farm.
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Winchester
J. Snowden Weber
Weber
Weber Farm
Brown
Beavers Prefer Low-Value Trees for Food and Build Material
A Biological Survey report notes most beaver felled species are aspens cottonwoods birches pin cherry and shrubs like willow alder brush maple hazel and small bushes. Occasionally beavers attack valuable trees near water but avoid protected units fenced with woven wire.
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Bureau of Biological Survey
British Budget Cuts Taxes for Small Incomes in 1934
London a six pence a pound tax cut boosts small incomes about 10 percent. Budget details by Neville Chamberlain in the Commons show wage restorations for government workers and unemployed relief. A government surplus of 39 million pounds this year and a forecast of 29 million pounds next year are announced with no war debt payments planned to or from America.
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Associated Press
London
Eng
Neville Chamberlain
House of Commons
Great Britain
America
Sacred mammal kept by ancient Egyptians for pest control
The ichneyman, slightly larger than a domestic cat, was revered in northern Africa as a sacred guardian sent by the gods to curb reptiles and rodents. Egyptians used it to protect homes from rats and other pests.
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Africa
Egypt
Mrs Bockeys Home In County Razed By Flames
The two story frame house of Mrs Bockey one of the oldest in the neighborhood was destroyed by fire late Saturday night causing partial insurance coverage. The unoccupied dwelling belonged to Mrs Bockey and the former tenant Bradley Van Orsdale had moved to Winchester. Neighbors discovered the blaze around 10 30 p m and saved nearby structures. Mrs Beckey expressed gratitude to Welltown friends for their help.
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Bradley van Orsdale
Winchester
Shooting stars meteors burn high above Earth
The article explains meteors are cosmic fragments that enter Earth's atmosphere at high speed and burn to dust due to air friction. It notes they flame about 50 to 30 miles above the Earth, meaning they burn during their roughly 20 mile fall.
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Earth
Factor Must Go Back To England Is Court Order
John Factor, held by the government in Chicago, faces extradition to England for trial on a $7,000,000 mining stock fraud. Judge Philip L. Sullivan denied habeas corpus and ordered detention while a presidential warrant is arranged. Factor testified against four Toughy gangsters in a related kidnapping case.
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Chicago
John Factor
England
Virginia Rules Issued for Shipping Wine
Richmond April 17 Official regulations for the states wine business were issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Control board detailing a plan where wine salesmen visit merchants solicit orders and ship merchandise to board warehouses for regulation and inspection The plan carries a 20 percent board levy The board also refused four uncontested beer and wine license applications citing past convictions unsatisfactory records a soda fountain not a bona fide restaurant and an unremoved beer sign Approved licenses total 11 with 180 more pending Hearings may follow protests Checks are being made on 1 259 applications with no action yet.
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Richmond
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Today
New MELLO GLO Facial Powder Promises Smooth Bloom
A French MELLO GLO powder claims to minimize visible pores and keep skin looking young. It supposedly lasts longer, avoids irritation, and prevents a pasty or flaky appearance while spreading smoothly. Available 50 cents and 1 dollar.
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