Byrd Warns Against Abolishing Unit Rule at Democratic Convention
In Philadelphia on June 32 Dixie supporters warned that scrapping the two-thirds rule could lead to a nominating process by a minority. Senator Byrd said he would push to abandon the unit rule if the two-thirds rule ends. He warned big states could block others by uniting votes, risking a majority for a candidate. Senator Robinson of Arkansas noted some defections but supported repeal opposition remained strong in the Old South.
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Philadelphia
Dixie
Byrd
Danger Administration
Harry F. Byrd
Old Dominion
Old South
Robinson
Arkansas
Senate
James A. Farley
Peery Replaces Glass on Virginia's National Platform Panel
Philadelphia June 23 Governor George C Peery succeeds Senator Carter Glass as Virginia's representative on the 1936 Democratic national platform committee Glass requested removal from the caucus and 40 years of service ends The platform praised Roosevelt humanitarian aims and called for steadfast adherence to representative government Glass 78 said he came at physicians orders and Aubrey Weaver was named for rules committee with Peery likely sharing Glass's views
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Philadelphia
George C. Peery
Carter Glass
Virginia
Glass
Peery
Harry F. Byrd
Roosevelt
Aubrey Weaver
Winchester Welcomes Lions International Visitors
The old lady of Winchester extends a gracious welcome to Lions from all Virginia sections arriving tomorrow afternoon. She hopes guests enjoy their stay, carry pleasant memories, and vow to return. The host city offers hearty greetings and wishes for continued success in Lions' civic projects.
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Winchesey
Lions International
Virginia
Lions
Winchester
Virginians Visit Two Third Rule Stand At Democratic Meeting
Virginia Democrats at a pre convention meeting voiced opposition to scrapping the two thirds vote rule for nominating. Senator Aubrey Weaver pledged to back caucus instructions, while Governor Peery promised to reflect the party will. Senator Glass avoided comment amid health concerns about serving through the convention. R Walton Moore and Robert W Daniel were named to key Virginia committees.
Sale of Shannon Hill property near Berryville planned
Shannon Hill home of Elizabeth Horsey and two vacant lots on West Virginia Parkway just north of Berryville Avenue will be sold at noon Saturday June 27 in front of the Court House. See sale bills.
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Elizabeth Horsey
West Virginia Parkway
Berryville Avenue
Court House
Riots at Portsmouth Steel Plant Leave One Dead Four Wounded
Gunfire at the Wheeling Steel Portsmouth works during a strike riot kills George Meyers a guard and wounds four others. Sheriff Oakes orders New Boston streets cleared after about 200 to 300 shots fire in a confrontation sparked by a food transport attempt. Coroner to autopsy Meyers. authorities call the attack premeditated.
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Portsmouth
Portsmouth Works
Wheeling Steel Corporation
West Street
New Boston
Arthur Oakes
George Meyers
W. Cronk
Cleveland
D. Mitchell
John Roe
Ross M. Gault
Meyers
Oakes
Mrs Mitchell's Mother Dies in Detroit
Friends in Winchester learned of the death of Mrs. Miller, mother of Mrs. Mitchell widow of Brig Gen William Mitchell of Middleburg Loudoun county Virginia. The death occurred at her Detroit Michigan home.
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Winchester
Mitchell
William Mitchell
Middleburg
Loudoun County
Miller
Detroit
Mich
Winchester Mayor to visit England greet Lord Mayor
Dr Charles R Anderson mayor plans a September trip to Winchester England to deliver official greetings from Winchester Virginia officials to the Lord Mayor and aldermen. He will be joined by Mrs Anderson and daughter Miss Sue Anderson and hopes to present an official Winchester Virginia flag in reciprocity for a prior flag gift. The visit aims to strengthen sister city ties.
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Winchester
England
Charles R. Anderson
Virginia Lions Open Sessions Tomorrow in City
Approximately 500 Lions and their ladies from clubs across Virginia are expected to converge for the thirteenth annual state convention of Lions International at the George Washington Hotel. Hoye Riley will chair the convention, with Sam D. Pratt assisting, as events begin Thursday morning at 9 40 and a 3 o'clock registration opens.
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Virginia
Lions International
George Washington Hotel
Hoye Riley
Sam D. Pratt
Sam D. Preston
Riley
Virginia Lions
Preston
Winchester Club
Roosevelt signs tax bill and Interior Department appropriation
President Roosevelt signed the new tax law and the 100 million dollar Interior Department appropriation, announced in Washington on June 23. The action completes key funding for federal programs and fiscal policy for the upcoming year.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Interior Department
King Edward reviews Trooping of the Colors in Britain
King Edward, in a smiling salute atop his horse, reviewed the Trooping of the Colors marking a traditional pageant of Britain’s military history. The scene honored the monarch who has reigned for 42 years.
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London
Great Britain
Edward
WPA Wages Continue for Security Jobs Across States
Washington June 23 WPA administrator Harry L. Hopkins ordered state WPA offices to keep the existing monthly security wage scale from 19 to 94 dollars, directing continued payment under the Works Progress Administration program.
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Washington
Harry L. Hopkins
Works Progress
WPA
Army flyer and three children drown near Cuba
First Lieut Lindsay M Bawsel and his three children perished when they went overboard from the transport Chateau Thierry near Cuba. Captain Gordon S Ames at Brooklyn army headquarters disclosed the tragedy.
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Broklyn
N. Y
Lindsay M .Bawsel
Chateau Thierry
Cuba
Gordon 8. Ames
Brooklyn
Yard Party Benefit for Epworth League at Stephenson
A yard party fundraiser is planned in Stephenson on June 25 to support the Epworth League. The notice lists entry details and a schedule with activities and prices, indicating a community event benefiting the Epworth League.
Relief Thursday June 25 Benefit Sunday School
A community event page notes a relief benefit held on Thursday June 25 to aid the Sunday School. Advertises new vacation luggage at attractive prices from Moling and Cather.
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Benefit Relief Sunday School
Moling & Cather
Sale of Desirable Home near Stephens City
The Painter Hill School Property about two miles west of Stephens City will be sold in front of the Court House at 11 o clock a m on Saturday June 27. The notice lists sale details and timing for prospective buyers.
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Stephens City
Court House
Safe Investment Property at Main and Cork Streets
Auction set for noon next Saturday June 27 in front of Court House. Three story brick building with frame annex, northwest corner Main and Cork streets. Described as a fine location for business and a safe investment.
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C. W. Ritter
Main
Cork Streets
Court House
Deaths Rise From Louden County Baseball Brawl
Leesburg Va June 23 three more people died after a Purcellville game altercation left a Joseph Jackson Black man fatally struck with a baseball bat. The violence occurred Sunday in Louden County in what authorities are calling a deadly brawl.
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Leesburg
Joseph Jackson
Purcellville
Loudoun County
Jacobs lands dominant Wimbledon win in first round
United States champion Helen Jacobs defeated British challenger Miss M. Cable 6 1 6 0 in the All England singles first round at Wimbledon, dropping only one game.
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Wimbledon
Eng
Helen Jacobs
United States
Miss M. Cable
Karpis and Two Suspects Plead Innocent in Bremer Kidnapping
Alvin Karpis and two companions Jack Peifer and Charles Fitzgerald pleaded innocence at arraignment in federal court in St. Paul over the Bremer kidnapping valued at $209,000.
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ST. Paul
Alvin Karpis
Edward G. Bremer
Jack Peifer
Charles Fitzgerald
Flirts With Smith Invites Smith For Landon Campaign
New York June 23.7 Chairman John D. M. Hamilton of the Republican National Committee invited former Governor Alfred E. Smith to speak in the campaign on behalf of Governor Alf M. Landon.
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New York
John D. M. Hamilton
Republican National Committee
Fromer
Alfred E. Smith
Alf M. Landon
Benefit 4-H Club At Round Hill Presbyterian Church
A benefit event by the 4-H Club is planned at Round Hill Presbyterian Church on Thursday June 25. The notice lists a 6-20-23-1p-21 reference but provides no further details.
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Round Hill Presbyterian Church Thurs
Benefit of The Mite Society at White Hall Friday
The Mite Society hosts a benefit at White Hall on Friday June 26 with a rain contingency for the following night. Proceeds support Society efforts and activities.
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White Hall
Benefit of the
Mite Society
Rous s Fire Co sets special meeting for convention trip
Rous s Fire Co calls a special meeting for Tuesday June 23 to finalize preparations for attending the Maryland State Firemen's Convention in Hagerstown starting Friday June 26. All members urged to attend. uniforms will be issued after the meeting and on Wednesday and Thursday evenings after seven. M. D. Weaver pres.
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Maryland
Hagerstown
M. D. Weaver
White Palace Restaurant Ad Promotes Comfort and Cleanliness
An advertisement for a restaurant named White Palace highlights a cool air conditioned dining space with emphasis on sanitary conditions. Odds and branding focus on comfort for patrons seeking a clean venue.
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White Palace
New Deal Emphasized as Top Issue at Democratic Meet
Philadelphia dispatch reports James A Farley declaring the continuance of the New Deal the sole issue of the presidential campaign. He assailed the Republican ticket and the Liberty League ties, praising Democratic progress and predicting platform unity for the convention.
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New Deal
Farley
Philadelphia
Democratic National Committee
James A Farley
Liberty League
du Pont Liberty League
Resolutions Committee
Youell Upholds Seabright's Act
Glenn W. Seabright a Winchester state prison camp guard is absolved of blame in the killing of Russell Burnett a 20 year old convict at a coroner s inquest in Warrenton Fauquier County. The coroner Dr George Davis ruled the death justified. Sheriff Woolf and Deputy Pearson attended the inquest. Major Rice M Youell said an investigation absolves Seabright of blame.
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Warrenton
Glenn W. Seabright
Winchester
Russell Burnett
Burnett
New Kent
Seabright
George Davis
Fauquier
W. S. Woolf
W. W. Pearson
Richmond
Rice M. Youell
State Penitentiary
Warren
Youell
W. S Smith
Radio Salute to Winchester City Planned by CBS
CBS plans a city salute series near Washington and may feature Winchester in an early broadcast. Andrew Bell received data requests from Charles Godwin seeking Winchester's commercial, historical, agricultural, and home life details.
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Winchester
Columbia Broadcasting System, Inc
Andrew Bell
Charles Godwin
Columbia System Production Department
Godwin
Washington
Militant Answer To Right and Left Challenges
The article outlines a pledged platform crafted by the president promising a militant answer to pressures from both right and left. It emphasizes a decisive policy stance and strong leadership to meet domestic and international challenges.
All Roosevelt Show Dominates Democratic Convention
The Philadelphia gathering erupts as Farley and delegates rally behind the New Deal with pro Roosevelt fervor. Talks target Knox and opposition while coverage notes ticket worries and the two thirds rule debates amid an all Roosev elt atmosphere.
Elks Picnic Set At Shull’s Lodge Berry's Ferry
Winchester Elks Will hold annual picnic tomorrow at Shull's Lodge Berry's Ferry along the Susans river east of Millwood. Admission is $1 via Elks Club or mcrae on grounds. departure planned for 1 PM. Washboard Band, volley games, tree climbing, diversions, crabs hare becued lamb on menu. beach access for attendees.
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Winchester Lodge of Elks
Shull’s
Berry's Ferry
Susans River
Millwood
Elks Club
McRae
Elks
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