Manton Probe Is Suspended By Committee For The House
Washington January 21 The House judiciary committee said it would not pursue further inquiry into Federal Judge Martin L Manton unless new developments arise Dewey charged loans totaling 439481 dollars and only 50000 repaid Manton resigned March 1 requested relief from duties and later quipped at District Attorney Dewey in an interview
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Washington
Sumners
D.-Tex
House Judiciary Committee
Martin L. Manton
New York
Manton
Second Circuit Court of Appeals
Thomas Dewey
New York City
Res
Martin T. Manton
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
United States Department of Justice
United States
Gregory F. Noonan
State Tax Department
Thomas B. Dewey
Cdoninion Ntion of Justice
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
Dewey
Appeals Court
Red Cross annual meeting set at George Washington Hotel
MA Winchester invites Red Cross members to tonight’s meeting at the George Washington Hotel with a talk and dinner. Tickets available by telephone. act swiftly. Also notes March of Dimes support and a polio dance.
Armstrong offers metal weatherstripping and caulking services
E. W. Armstrong Co at 39 E. Piccadilly St advertises metal weatherstripping and caulking for windows and doors with an estimate phone number 639. The note indicates service days Tue Thu and times 1p tf.
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E. W. Armstrong CO
E. Piccadilly St
Chicken and Ham Supper at M E Church Stephens City
A church supper to be held at the M E Church in Stephens City Virginia on February 2 from 4 to 10 PM. The event advertises chicken and ham dishes for sale and serves as a community gathering for local residents. Proceeds support church activities.
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Stephens — City
Parcel Post Adventure Sent Child on 1914 Family Trip
D L Larrick recalls sending his six year old son Albert by parcel post to his brother Roy in Winchester in 1914. Albert weighed just under the limit, was stamped and tagged, carried by wagon and bike, and delivered special delivery. Roy preserved 72 cents in stamps from the journey.
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Albert
Roy
The
Star
D. L Larrick
United States
Frederick County
Hampshire County
W. Va
Sam Fox
Rock Enon
Gore, Hayfield
Winchester
Rov
J. W. Sibert
Roy Larrick
Cooper Bros
Cooper Merchandise and Oil Co
W. E. Cooper and Son
National Fruit Products Com
Burns Fined 8000 After Plea in Jewelry Smuggling Case
New York January 31 George Burns radio comedian was fined 8000 and given a suspended sentence of one year and one day with one year probation by Judge William Bondy on his guilty plea to two indictments charging jewelry smuggling. The case links Albert N Chaperau and Elma N Lauer and names Jack Benny who pleads innocent with trial set for February 14. Burns aided a government ring investigation and had already paid 9770 penalties to customs authorities. He did not personally smuggle the jewelry but abetted evasion and transport after smuggling by others.
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New York
George Burns
William Bondy
United States
Joseph W. Delaney
Burns
Albert N. Chaperau
Nicarraguan
Elma N. Lauer
State Supreme Court
Edgar J Lauer
Jack Benny
Raido
Benny
Enn Burns
Delany
Buddy Baer Weds Reno Bride at Court House
Jacob H. Buddy Baer 23 and Miss Ralpha M. Pearl 22 were married at the Reno courthouse today by Judge William McKnight. Buddy is brother of Max Baer, former world heavyweight champion.
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Reno
Jacob H
Buddy) Baer
Max Baer
Ralpha M. Pearl
William McKnight
Chuck & Rays Weekend Hours Notice
Chuck and Rays will open on Saturdays and Sundays only until further notice. Post shows dates 1 10 17 24 31 and page reference 1p 41.
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Chuck & Rays
Friendship Fire Company Holds February Meeting
The Friendship Fire Company will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening February 2 at 8 o'clock. Officers elected in January will be installed into office. All members are urged to attend. William Argenbright, Captain.
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The
Friendship Fire Company
William Argenbright
Lioness Event Set For February 7 At George Washington Hotel
The Lioness Club plans a February 7 program at 7 PM at the George Washington Hotel featuring music and entertainment by amateur and professional acts. Lions Club committees report progress on the annual festival with Sarah Zane Fire Company slated for April.
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Lions Club
George Washington Hotel
Lions
Sarah Zane Fire Company
Peace gesture from Toulouse council to Roosevelt on birthday
The municipal council of Toulouse sent a telegram to President Roosevelt congratulating him on his fifty seventh birthday and urging him to convene a world conference to pave the way for universal peace.
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Toulouse
France
Roosevelty
Economy Main Reason For A Reorganizing
Washington peers press for economy as the main motive in reorganizing government departments. Senator Byrd and allies urged consolidation and elimination of unnecessary agencies with broader secretarial powers. House passed several measures last year, Senate linked them in one bill but the House shelved it. Continued on Page 2, Col. 6.
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W. G. Ragsdale Washington
Congress
Byrd
D-Va
House
Senate
AFL begins survey of Congress on Wagner Act amendments
The American Federation of Labor executive council starts a survey of congressional sentiment to gauge lawmakers positions on AFL proposals to amend the Wagner Act. The federation has yet to receive public backing from the New Deal administration and plans to shape strategy for advancing the omnibus bill in Congress.
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Labor Council
Miami
Fla
American Federation of Labor Executive Council
Congressional Legislatie
AFL
New Deal Administration
John L. Lewis
Ata
Senate
House
Court finds for defendant in realty commission suit
Frederick Circuit Court returned a verdict for Eld ridge Lemley in James Lockhart vs. Lemley over a broker’s sales commission. The judge weighed if Lockhart acted with authority to procure a buyer at a net 17000 or if no binding contract existed. The case hinged on broker and owner testimony and whether Lockhart was empowered to sell the property.
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James Lockhart
Eldridge Lemley
Frederick
Phillip Williams
Lockhart
Harry Benham
Lemley
Harry R. Kern, Sr
Broker’ Commission
Dr. L. M. Allen
Blizzard From West Howls In New England
Furious winds whip snow and sleet across the northeast as the worst blizzard in years paralyzes the Great Lakes region. Snow totals top 18 inches in upstate New York with 29 deaths in northern states, while Chicago reports 18.9 inches and readies for a return to normal activity.
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West
New England
Associated Press
Great Lakes
New York State
New Engand
Boston
New York City
New York
Mississippi
Chicago
Indiana
Michigan
Ohio
Wisconsin
Licensing Boom For 1939 Marriage Rates In Winchester
January saw 102 marriage licenses issued in Winchester as of week’s end, far above 1938’s 23. City Clerk Clark M. Smith expects at least 1,224 licenses for 1939 if trend continues. several local couples including Shirley O. Price and Helen Orr Rossman, and Norman H. Shade with Vivian Triplett, were recorded this week.
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Clark M. Smith
Winchester
Shirley O. Price
Helen Orr Rossman
Norman H. Shade
Vivian Triplett
Seventh District Lincoln Day Dinner Set in Harrisonburg
Republicans of the Seventh District plan a Lincoln Day dinner in Harrisonburg on February 15 with Rep. Robert J. Corbett as guest speaker. The event aims to rally for county elections and future national contests, costing one dollar per plate with reservations by February 11.
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Harrisonburg
Lincoln
Seventh District
J. A. Garber
R. G. Heneberger
C. C. Leap
Robert J. Corbett
Pennsylvania
Secur
Congress
Corbett
Chamberlain Claiming Success For Appeasement Plans
Mussolini and Hitler exchanged telegrams reaffirming Italian German friendship as a Fascist editor predicted colonial demands will dominate European history soon. A Reichstag speech backing Italy's security was cited, with Mussolini congratulating Hitler on the Nazi rise to power and suggesting stronger ties.
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Chamberlain
Hitler
Rome
Mussolini
Italy
Germany
France
France Seeks Balkan Prestige Amid German Italian Pressure
France steps up efforts to regain Balkan influence as cabinet leaders push rapid negotiations for trade treaties with Romania and Yugoslavia. General Giraud warns Germany and Italy against war, citing Maginot Line strength and France’s resolve to defend Corsica, Tunisia, and other Mediterranean possessions.
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Paris
France
Balkans
Hitler
Berlin
Romania
Yugoslavia
Georges Bonnet
Italy
Mussolini
Bris
Europe
Henri Giraud
Metz
Germany
Maginot
Tunisia
Corsica
Fined In Trespass Case Elwood Smith Found Guilty
Elwood Smith of Frederick county was found guilty of unlawful trespass and unlawful hunting by Trial Justice A J Tavenner and fined 12.25 dollars with costs. The case was continued for Asa Smith after witnesses were absent. Harry Orndorff and two of his sons testified that on Sunday January 15 the Smiths trespassed on their posted land and hunted foxes with guns despite adjacent land being posted.
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Elwood Smith
Frederick County
A. J. Tavenner
Asa Smith
Harry Orndorff
Smiths
Red Cross Chapter Set for Annual Meeting at George Washington Hotel
The local Red Cross chapter plans its annual meeting tonight at seven at the George Washington Hotel. Vincent Miles, U S Post Office solicitor, will deliver the principal address and will be introduced by Nelson Page. About 100 members are expected to attend. tickets cost 60 cents and may be reserved by phone or at the Red Cross office.
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the Red Cross
George Washington Hotel
Vincent Miles
U. S. Post Office
Nelson Page
Office of the Red Cross
Refugees Under Militia Control Near French Border
Motorized French troops arrive at the France Spain frontier as plans to tighten refugee control are reported. L Independent cites 50 000 troops to oversee the crowded border while Raoul Didkowski seeks authority. Deaths from exposure rise among refugees. searches continue for thousands feared stranded in the mountains.
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Perpignan
France
Raoul Didkowski
Pyrenees-Orentales
War Department
Paris
Foreign Office
Bourg-Madame
Tosas Pass
Albert Sarraut
Marc Rucart
Cercere
le Perthus
Sees Need For Youth Crusade At Braddock Street
Inclement weather reduced attendance at the Young People's Service at Braddock Street M E Church South. Rev. Harry Balthis of South Winchester M E Church leads a series of messages for Francis Asbury Union guiding toward the Bishop's Crusade Rally with Bishop Peale present Friday night. Tonight's 7:30 topic is Youth Chooses A Way.
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Braddock Street
M. E. Church South
Harry Balthis
South Winchester M. E. Church
South
Francis Asbury’ Union
Peale
Wednesday Night Games at Sarah Zane Hall
Every Wednesday at Sarah Zane Hall the doors open at 8. Admission is 25 cents with 20 free games and valuable prizes. Proceeds support Syew game activities.
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Sarah Zane Hall
Britain Still Seeks Concrete Peace Proof From Hitler
In London on January 31 Prime Minister Chamberlain told Hitler Britain wants concrete evidence of a genuine desire for peace before a final settlement. He argued that confidence must be rebuilt and called for disarmament or arms limits. Chamberlain defended appeasement as advancing, said Britain seeks friendship with Germany, and noted assurances from Hitler and Mussolini.
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Chamberlain
Hitler
Britain
Europe
Spain
Germany
Chamrsberlain
Mussolini
Gets Year On Check Charges Gets Year On Check Charges
Harlan E. McLaughlin of Cass W V was sentenced to one year in jail for violating the bad check law and ordered to pay costs. He was arrested after multiple small checks passed in this region. He claimed to be 16 but was 24 and wore a Boy Scout uniform. He said he formerly served as a page for Senator W M Neely of West Virginia. Clifford C. King of Bruns Oregon 34 was turned over to federal authorities to face slave law charges in Oregon.
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Harlan E. McLaughlin
Cass
Virginia
West Virginia
W. M. Neely
Clifford C. King
Bruns
Oregon
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Red Cross
D. L. Larrick
Albert Larrick
Buddy Baer
Herr Hitler
Red Cross Meeting
Charles 8. Foltz, Jr
Sees
Need For Youth Crusade
London
Tion of Armaments
House of Commons
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