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Byrd seeks efficiency review of federal agencies
The piece argues for a Senate study to assess if federal agencies operate efficiently and economically and whether reorganizing could save money. It notes long-standing calls for overhauling the government, referencing the 1932 Democratic Platform and Senator Byrd’s ongoing efforts, while acknowledging the difficulty of achieving reforms.
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Park admission plan for Shenandoah sparks state protest
Washington reports Interior Department consideration of a twenty five cent per auto entry fee for Shenandoah National Park with one dollar season passes. Officials say about 75 000 will fund park administration, but Virginians oppose charging for land donated free and claim the park’s revenue boosts local tourism and state pride.
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Byrd Committee Tackles Federal Government Efficiency
Senator Harry F. Byrd heads a Senate Committee on Investigation of Executive Agencies to study the federal government’s organization. The aim is to reduce costs and improve service, applying Virginia’s reform model to federal operations with bills to be prepared for next month’s Congress.
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Ford age cross section hiring experiment in Ypsilanti plant
The President urges industry to hire men over 40. Henry Ford once studied Ypsilanti Michigan to mirror the town age distribution. He recruited workers to match the town’s age groups including those aged 50 60 and 70. He reportedly was satisfied with the outcome.
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Ypsilanti, Mich
Open Forum Advocates Fox and Skunk Control to Protect Game
J B Snapp of Hayfield Virginia writes to The Star urging removal of fox and skunk protection to boost small game and game birds in Frederick County. He cites scarce quail, scarce small game, and landowners' observations of fox depredation as proof. The letter notes December 28 1936 and appeals to Back Creek voters to support protective removal.
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Answers From The Evening Star Information Bureau
A reader questions service provides biographical notes on Lillian Russell Moon and Lord Kitchener, plus brief facts about Mrs. Wallis Simpson, Heisman winners, a cowboy crossing to New York, psychoanalysis origin, Death Valley water discovery, Eskimo analogies, and places banning automobiles.
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Mystery of the abbey murder unfolds with bloodhounds
Sir Henry Severinge is slain in his abbey chapel and his body found in a coffin. Bloodhounds track the scent to the coffin of the dead man’s father as Inspector Hutchins and detective Richard Selden take charge. Selden advises keeping the case within authorities while Graham and Colindale watch.
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Will Rogers Humorous Story About Bridge Talk
Will Rogers humor piece notes women at bridge parties boast about husbands wealth and business. A newlywed misreads her spouse situation, joking that a receiver being appointed signals plenty of cash. The tale satirizes pretentious chatter among partygoers.
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Michael Collins Dies After Brain Hemorrhage
The popular druggist Michael Collins dies from a brain hemorrhage. City officials urge residents to keep sidewalks clear after recent snowfall to prevent accidents. Millar and Anderson donate 30 dollars to E. A. Crowl, chairman of the city radio commission. The Lindberghs are en route near Liverpool on their intended Europe trip.
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Meet and Hunt Breakfast at Gilpin Home Highlights Holiday Season
Clarke county hosts a meet and hunt breakfast at the home of Mr and Mrs Kenneth N Gilpin as a holiday highlight. George H Edwards Cross Junction farmer dies after a severe attack of peritonitis. Virginia’s unemployment situation is better than many states. Local kids prepare for a Yo Yo contest at the Palace Theatre with a $10 prize.
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Clarke County
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Cross Junction
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Virginia Chamber Plans Large State Promotion Fund
Ten years ago the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announced plans to raise a substantial fund to advertise the state. The item notes a major promotional initiative and reflects on the era’s economic marketing efforts.
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Rudolph Valentino
Remembering a Far East Revolution and Its Cast
A Washington observer recalls the 1912 to 1920 upheavals in China. He notes reporters who covered the era, the fall of the Manchu dynasty, the rise of Yuan Shikai, Sun Yat-sen, and Chiang Kai-shek, and the civil war that followed. The account blends personal memory with historical outline of key figures and power shifts.
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Youre Telling Me! Christmas Quips from 1940s Press
A collage of satirical quips on world leaders and events. Jests about Hitler nudism a swastika tattoo and a year end war mood, Buckingham Palace gossip, film star divorces, and a suggested holiday of quiet. Marshal Chang frees Chiang in a staged publicity moment.
Rat in Garritys store ends with a clubbed finale
McGrath Minnesota reports a basement rat chase at John Garrity Jr s store. The rodent tormented him for months until helper friends staged a strike with boards. a final blow ended the chase. In Chicago a thief steals a detective s pistol from the Bureau. In Oklahoma a couple debates nicknames for newborn daughter Appendicitis while sons are Tonsilitis and Meningitis.
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Kissless Groom Seeks Annulment in Arizona Elopement
Dave Gould a Hollywood chorus director sues for annulment from Frances Paxton dancer. The couple eloped to Yuma Arizona on December 5 and separated nine days later. Gould says he remained kissless. Paxton’s attorney Cohen expects no alimony or contest.
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