Virginia Governor Outlines Prison Reform and Public Works
Governor Darden details a shift to a modern probation and parole system as of October 1 1942 noting 2174 cases under supervision by 1944 45. He contrasts old prison methods with a new era focusing on rehabilitation and community reintegration through interviews classification and tailored work assignments.
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United States
Virginia
Darden
Virginia Parole Board
Ginia
Okey
State Department of Corrections
Parole Board
State Penitentiary
Virginia Governor Appeals for Democratic Nominees
The governor urges Virginia women to vote on November 6 and register their wishes. He advocates supporting Democratic nominees, citing merit and national service, while highlighting reforms in the correctional system and regional jail farms to aid youthful offenders and community reintegration.
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Armed Forces
Ranger
Europe
Southhampton
Virginia
Filipino Officers Slain in Manila War Crimes Trial
Widows testified that Japanese troops under Lt Gen Yamashita killed Lt Col Alejo Valdes and Lt Col Jose Guido along with 20 others in the Singalong district last February 7. The widow described attempted rape of her daughter the next day as the case unfolds in Manila.
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Tomokuki Yamashita
Malaya
Tokyo
George F. Guy
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Yamashita
Japan
Philippine Occupation Army
Alejo Valdes
Jose Guido
Singalong
Navy aviation crew piloting in emergencies
No. The pilot and co pilot are usually the only crew members capable of flying planes in an emergency.
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Middletown PTA Seeks $50,000 for School Additions
The Middletown Parent-Teachers Association petitions the Frederick County Board of Supervisors for an immediate $50,000 appropriation to add rooms to overcrowded schools. The plea also urges adoption of the Denny Report to restore teachers salaries, deferral of further consolidation, and creation of a county tax plan if funds are lacking.
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Middletown Parent-Teachers Association
Frederick County Board of Supervisors
B. E. Rogers
PTA
Denny
Leaci
Board of Supervisors
Aviation Cadet Pay for Years of Service Question
Question about the $500 annual pay for each year of continuous commissioned service for AVN officers who started as Aviation Cadets. The policy covers those who enlisted or transferred before September 4, 1942, paying up to seven years, regardless of whether hostilities have ceased, with discharge triggers the payment.
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Navy
United States Recognizes Venezuela Government
The United States announced full recognition of Venezuela’s Revolutionary government after consultations with American allies. Secretary of State James Byrnes stated the move, noting the Caracas embassy would inform Venezuela’s foreign minister of the action as the Betancourt government is organized.
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Washington
United States
Venezuela
State Department
James F. Byrnes
Senor
Romulo Betancourt
Caracas
Exiled Spanish Pretender Don Juan in Switzerland
The article notes Don Juan, third son of the late King Alfonso XIII, as the pretender to the Spanish throne. He lives in exile in Switzerland with his wife Princess Maria Mercedes and their four children, while the United States discusses views with other American republics.
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Don Juan
Alfonso XIII
Maria Mercedes
Switzerland
Star Promises Complete Coverage Of Local National World Events
The Star invites readers to follow its comprehensive reporting on city issues, national affairs, and global developments across print and digital platforms for timely, in-depth coverage.
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National War Fund
New York City
Jane Marclothing
Jane
the Star
Pep Parade Show Casting Begins Tonight
Casting for the Pep Parade Show sponsored by the Junior Board of Trade starts tonight at 8 o clock in the Sarah Zane Fire Hall. Open to all who wish to try out for parts with emphasis on chorus roles for girls who sing and dance.
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Junior Board of Trade
Sarah Zane Fire Hall
Mrs Willingham Dies at 69 in Summit Point
Mrs. Mamie Ellen Willingham widow of James Earl Willingham died at 3:30 PM at her niece’s home, 424 North Braddock Street, Summit Point W Va. Born May 21 1876 in Jefferson County she lived most of her life in Summit Point and taught Sunday School at the Baptist Church. She is survived by a sister Mrs Ida Whittington of Webster Florida. Funeral Thursday at 3 PM with interment in West Virginia.
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Mamie Ellen Willingham
James Earl Willingham
Maude L. Darlington
North Braddock Street
Daniel W. Whittington
Ann E. Kraut
Harpers Ferry
W. Va
Jefferson County
Summit Point
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Baptist Church
Ida Whittington
Webster, Fla
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