Byrd Defends Bond Plan for Virginia Roads Debate
Hibibentering rainstorm in Burg Virginia sets the scene as Senator Byrd speaks on the $50,000,000 road bond issue and the pay-as-you-go alternative. He argues bonds for state highways will burden future taxes while a gasoline tax funded plan allows broader, steadier road improvement and county flexibility.
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Virginia
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Coleman
State of Virginia
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Virginie
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Thomas
Mec Adams
American Bankers Association
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Poo Fonda
State Highway Commission
Auditor of Public Accounts
Rockingham
Board of Supervisors
Marine Invasion to Hold Large Maneuvers in Shenandoah Valley
The article describes a 3000 strong United States Marine force conducting extensive September maneuvers across the Shenandoah Valley. It notes a grand display at the New Market battle site witnessed by high officials and possibly President Harding. Harrisonburg may host a one night camping stop if a suitable site is found.
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United States
Battlefeid
New Market
War
Weeks
Ealth
Washington
Harrisonburg
Capital Mourns Harding Death Echoes Through Government
Fragmentary OCR notes on President Harding’s illness and death reference official responses and national impact. Lacking clear details, the item notes government officials reacting to the crisis and the nation entering a period of mourning.
Death of a Chief Executive Shocks Washington Figures
News of the President's death spreads rapidly with officials and the public reacting in shock. Reactions flood in from high officials and the general populace as Washington witnesses unprecedented displays of sorrow.
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Arra
Enews
Washington
Fats
Death of President Harding Shocks Town News
Radio alerts circulated quickly as citizens learned of the president's death. Bells tolled from midnight, prayers were offered at Sacred Heart Church, and crowds gathered outside The Star building to read late new bulletins. Vice President Coolidge was proclaimed president and prepared to take office.
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Ominous Cloud Hangs Over Europe After Parliament Break
London reports a widening rift between Britain and France over reparations as Prime Minister Baldwin and Foreign Secretary Curzon outline divergent views in parliament. Details of negotiations with France and Belgium emerge, including pressures on Germany and possible appeal to a new world tribunal.
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France and Germany Pressure in Ongoing Negotiations
Fragmented OCR notes describe a British cabinet stance amid European talks. The text hints at France and Germany positions, pro French ministers influencing policy, and tensions over concessions and trade measures. Democratic uncertainty clouds the negotiations as ministers weigh options.
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Railroad finance and tax issues raise questions in Cornwell letter
A letter from Dabney C. Harrison references Bill Cornwell and railroads in dispute over taxes and freight rates. It notes Northern Pacific and Great Northern six month earnings near five million dollars higher despite heavy outlays, with Soo Line up about one million seven hundred fifty thousand and Wisconsin Central up six hundred thousand.
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Soo Line
Wisconsin Central
Man Without a Country at Empire Pictures
The Empire shows Thé Man Without A Country again, a Neid feature with Griff iths like scope and strong patriotic appeal. Philip Nolan’s treason trial leads to a life aboard American ships, exile from the United States, and a final plea for clemency as he dies far from home. The duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton and vivid battle scenes mark the film.
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Big
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Philip Nolan
Aaron Wirr
Annswer
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American’ Navy
Fishmert
Aaron, Burr
Alexander Hamilton
Fragmentary Text Reflects Incomplete Historical Note
The readable fragments hint at a dated discussion on American preservation and linguistic blending. Names, dates, and clearer context are missing, preventing a fuller reconstruction of events or author intentions.
Sun Telegraph Editor on Visit
SUN TELEGRAPH EDITOR ON VISIT. B C Snyder telegraph editor the Baltimore Sun was in town today with D W Snyder of Jette county West Virginia. Mr and Mrs were visiting their son near the county, and moved to the telegraph desk later. Hanaa, a year at The Star office this morning, read bulletins on President Harding's death with interest. Snyder's people originally hailed from Stephens City, Frederick County.
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Er County
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Frederick County
Legion Pool to Reopen at Legion Post This Summer
The American Legion pool at the Legion building will reopen tomorrow and run through the summer barring water shortages. Post Commander W A Baker announced the pool will be open 10 am to 10 pm, with ladies using it on Tue Thu Sat 10 am to 12 noon. Contacts for reservations and access are listed for Mrs. Bryan Conrady and the legion adjutant. The pool uses Wallace and Tierman chlorine equipment, and is tied to local water pumping facilities to minimize pollution risk.
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American Legion
W. A. Baker
Wallace and Tierman Company
Bryan Conrady
Ladies’ Auxiliary
The
Legion
President Harding’s Death Reported by Five Physicians
The five doctors who attended President Harding announced he died suddenly without warning from an apparent stroke. They indicated the condition was unexpected after a period of illness and that earlier optimism did not reflect the true medical crisis. The bulletin noted no prior discomfort that day and affirmed the physicians’ unanimous medical judgment.
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Sawyer
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