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PAGE TWO BLtfiEFtELD DAILY TELEGRAPH, Bluefield. W. Vs. Sunday M6rntog, 'Aug. 23,1936.

ERNQR 5 EAST SOP Nominee Talks To 40,000 Gathering In His Native West Middlesex. Urges Americans Maintain Ideals (Continued Prom Page One) liege and unfair practices, to protect the everyday American in carrying on projects that are beyond the scope of private enterprise. Thin freedom ot enterprise which has distinguished the American way of life exists not for the few but for all. Under freedom, more enterprises are started than under government control of production." C'linir to American Ideals Saying that unemployment and "examples ot special privilege" were defects calling for remedies, Landon received a cheer when he contniued: "I believe that there Is more promise for ther solution by cling' Ing to American Ideals than under any other plan which has been proposed. "The remedy for unemployed is not permanent dole.

The American remedy for unemployment Is real work at good wages. It Is clear that limitation ot production and destruction of crops Is not go Ing to provide this kind of work The remedy for monopoly and special privilege is to do away with them. This must be one ot our first One ot the chief cauees of our economic difficulties Is the tendency of monopoly to fix prices and retain special privilege. "How can it be said that we have overproduction when so many Americans are badly clothed and badly housed? How can it be said wo have overproduction when large groups of our fellow cititens are neglected, underpaid, or unemployed? How dare we talk about overproduction when the evil effects of these conditions run byond the tragedy of stunted lives and challenge the welfare and th honor of the nation? iiaks Choice Clear "So here at the place of my birth, I have sought to make clear what I believe to be th choic now before our country, It la the choice between the pig in the poke policies of the present administration and those American institutions under which we have enjoyed more liberty and attained a higher standard of living than any other people in the Once that choice ts understood. I have no doubt of the out-i come." Landon's special train reached the village where he was born 49 years ago September 9, at 2:15 p.

m. (B. S. T.l from a run which began at 1 1 aSalle, and Included dozens of rear Dlattorm appearances In wheat and corn belt states. The nominee was driven the mile and a halt from his train to the speakint platform in an open car flanked by rows of onlookers.

One or two "hurrahs for Roosevelt" and "boos" were heard amid the shouts' of welcome. "-At a boy Alt." rang out from the crowd more than once during hie address. I-andon was Introduced by M. Harvey Taylor, state Republican chairman, who said the "so-called new deal" was the Issue of the national campaign. Side-by side on a plattrom flank-' Ing the governor an he talked sat the former Senator Davltr Reed, format Governor Olfford Plnchot and Senator James J.

Davia. of the official Landon party also sat Giving Boyhood Pal New Start From an Iowa Reformatory to a job on the staff of the world'a heavyweight champion is the change that makes life look rosy for John Mourath, boyhood pal of James J. Braddock, who obtained his release on parole from a sentence for stealing beer. Braddock (left) welcomes McGrath to a new start in lire In New York. Sued by Husband as Fake Countess -ftySpn Mi Eight volumes of family tree to the contrary, Lawrence Marron of TSast N.

6il fortune Hielr, charges that the title of beautiful, blonde Countess Adrienne Pantaleoni (above) is a fake and asks annulment of their marriage. The Countess says her title has been handed 800 years of ancestors. on (he platform. Many Stops In Ohio Before reaching West Middlesex, XAndon made half a dozen stops in Ohio where he spent many of his boyhood and school days. At Mans, field he said "we must frankly and reapJutaly attack the evils of mono- sjs poly" while at Canton home and 'biirJal place of William McKlnloy he foreshadowed his afternoon address by referring to the depression of the -890's.

"Forty years ago," the candidate told a Canton crowd, "found the country'under the blight of another depression. The American people tp.this typical American com- munlty a allot who weathered the atom of the depression. sfcv '-Tln bon-stry, courage and tyOP sense of William McKlnley's fiS In those dark daya re- Mved the confidence of the Amerl-' 'CM people and quickened anew American i V. his piloting the ship of put once more upon her te As we emerge from this depression we are reminded that need throughout the union VdSwil. of -the spirit of McKlnley." To Postpone Visit heavy apeaking schedule of two days prompted Landon bis scheduled visit to- 'SWW old Mrs.

Mary 'Batrd, who server as Uls Tomorrow morning, the no planned to return and possl attend Ip. (he church of vWoh his grandfather. W. H. once VM pastor.

William Mossman. of Pittsburgh, Landon's uncle, WAS one ot those who greeted 'Mm today, Immediately after the speech, the governor returned to his train which pulled out for New Castle. where will attend a Republican dinner conference tonight. STATE'S FOREMOST JOURNALISTS COMING (Continued from One) TAZEWELL GOP WOMEN HOLD MASS MEETING and representatives of community clubs. A tour of the locality will be a feature of the program.

This group will spend Saturday in Bluefield, entertained by Mr. Sbott, the staffs of both the Pally Telegraph and Sunset News, and leading of the city. Following flfhtaeeing and other pro- rtrsm features, the two local will be hosts at banquet for the council at about 7:30 p. m. An unusually large attapdsnce la promised by president Flynn, who jays that many of the editors and have never been in the '-amtbartt part of state and wish torn the famed They will alio tour part of MeDowell county.

-loft "Mr, Bhou and Mr. Keytar have expressed delight at having atate publishers Wilt tblf or the yartopi masttveom cJWc clubs oa the programs will be The Republican wonien of Tazewell county held a mass convention at Tazewell yesterday at which time they perfected an organization for the coming fall campaign: Mrs. Sidney Higglnbothom presided over the meeting and the principal address of the atternoou was made, by John' Wharton Gillespie, prominent member of the Tazewell County Bar association. Mrs. Callie Fields, ot Rlohlands, was made county chairman and Mrs.

Keemer Hall, of North Tasse- well. secretary. Mrs. H. C.

Callaway, of Bluefield, Miss Margaret Brown, of Maiden Springs and Mrs. Glen St: Clair, of Tatewell, were elected district chairmen. The meeting was well attended. A number of men were present. BAILEY-SHUTT REUNION IS TO BE HELD TODAY The second annual Bajley-Shutt family reunion will be held today at Chester Bailey's home at aLsh- county.

Last year over one hundred attended the first reunion and this year an even greater number is All families are requested to bring a basket dinner, which will be served ou the front lawn of the aBlley home. Several short talks concerning the aBlley-Shutt families will be made and a short religious service will be conducted by the Bluefield, Billy Sunday club. All families have been asked to be on the grounds by 11 FAMOUS in history Dingle's bridge tea wat Hop, One lady couldn't go. And Mitt Dingle had no 'phone, She ewikfat let her knew. being seven ladles Got out dominoes TopiMttwttoifwy- sort wuk Afiaa Dressing to Call on Davy Jones The Jedge Weakens When Aunt Julia Confronts Him Judge R.

Reid Harding's cut- judicial firmness weakened last evening when "Aunt" Julia Baxter, 83-year-old colored woman of Princeton, hobbled Into the evening session of the municipal court to face his honor on a charge of being drunk. Aunt Julia did not attempt to offer an alibi for her Intoxicated condition, when she taken In custody Friday night by Patrolman R. h. Lively on Bland street, literally "stewed to the gills." Her straight tor- ward story, her sincerity and' advanced age had a great bearing on Judge Harding who gave her a 16-day suspended jail sen- "You'll not be bothered with me again soon." said Aunt Julia AS she left the court room after thanking the judge. Hand-Made Baby Dresses Lace trimmed; tailored; three Sizes.

Price 98c each. Fretwell's, Eyes Scientifically Examined Glasses that are guaranteed to give satisfaction. Pay by the week, Henry Rodgln, Optometrist Barber Eddie Whitehead is now located at West Virginian Barber Shop, Your patronage will be appreciated. Eddie Whitehead. That's the key to Davy Jones' locker that Merle Washington, niece of Rear-Admira) Richard E.

Byrd. has hold diving helmet she's putting on for a stroll on the ocean floor at Bermuda to gaze at the submarine bpmities MOORE CONVICTED OF MURDER; GETS DEATH SENTENCE (Continued From Page One) tereeted In trying to obetruct Justice If he is guilty." To Consider Appeal Breeding said the Ashevllle branch of the association would meet tomorrow afternoon to consider an appeal to the supreme court In Moore's case. Four deputies took Moore from his cell on the 14th floor of the courthouse Jail and sped him away In Sherltf Laurence E3. Brown's armored car. Presumably the Negro was taken to the state's prison in Raleigh.

As the deputies walked the Nearo out of the building they were talking about dice games. "I don't, reckon I'll shoot any more craua," the Negro commented. "But it I do, 1 guess I'll shoot a seven or eleven." lour Handwrltnlg Analyzed. A stamped, self I addressed enevlope and 25c will bring you a character analysis from yuor own handwrltnlg. Write to P.

O. Box 835, Bluefield, W. Va. Clean Clothes for School For satisfactory cleaning and 's, 1020. Get the Facts Laundry About laundering your clothes In natural soft water.

Bachelor bundles, complete family wash. It's cheaper at Henderson 's because they last from three to four times longer. Call 1020 to pick up your week 's Shampoos and Waves Here you are assured satisfaction, fast drying system. Phone 2760, Mary Lee Beauty Shop. Hair Tinting, Dyeing Graduate specialist.

Call for complete information. Mary Lee Beauty Shop. Phone 2760. Mary Lee Beauty Shop First always. Satisfaction our motto.

Permanents of quality. Phone 2760. The Hope Shoppe Formerly situated next to the Granada theatre, has moved to Bailey building, next to Plggly Wiggly, Bland street. ROSES BLOOM TWICE THIS SEASON AT BOISSEVMN Mrs. E.

Goodwin, of Bolase- vain, brought into the editorial department of the Bluefield Daily Telegraph yesterday a few roses as evidence of an unusual season. Mr. Goodwin said she had two rose bushes In her yard white and the other of which is In full bloom and the other full of buds for a second time this summer. Bad Hand WEEK BRINGS CLEAR OUTLINE OP TACTICS (Continued from Ono) rpHE claim of Jimmy Braddock, heavyweight champion, that a growth on the injured littlo finger of his left hand necessitated an operation and would make Impossible his titl battl with Max Schmling In September started a controversy as to whether he was stalling. Here he is (left) trying to convince Schmellng of the seriousness ot his injury at the athletic commission office in New York city.

Doctors called him flit. MEN FACE DEATH BYJ-IRING SQUAD (Continued From Page One) unanimously waived the first of two final court appearances still to be granted them under thel aw, This procedure automatically robs the, state of rebuttal and gives the prisoners the last word in the fantastic case, during which they confessed their plot to substitute a Fascist reign ot terror for the Soviet regime in order to restore to power the exiled Leon Trotzky whom the state charged instigated the plot, GOVERNOR OLSON DIED LAST NIGHT (Continued From Page One) BEAVER POND DISTRICT FAIR TO BE HELD SOON The Beaver Pond district fair, hold under the auspices of the Cooperative Farmers' club, will be held at Farmers' hall, New Hope, September 9, 10 and 11. Herman is president; T. Stafford, vice president; C. B.

Hyl ton, secretary; J. M. Harman, treasurer, and J. B. Kalile, K.

Hicks and A. H. Carr are directors. The 193C catalogue lists 113 prizes which are to be awarded the winners In various All exhibits for premium con tests must be entered on the first day of the fair by 2 o'clock, except livestock, which must be en tered on the last day, no later than 10 a. in.

Contestants in the literary and music programs are re quired to notify C. P. Hylton by September rth and not later than 8 p. nt, More than 32 ,000 women work In Ipdla's mines. bers of bis family, let alone himself, when the governor came to Rochester far the first time, last Dec.

29. 1935. He had suffered With an ulcer ot the stomach for some time and though urged by friends and associates to take time off from hia duties as governor, and place himself under medical treatment, Olson never quite found time. NOTICE I here give' repeated notice that, payment of certain promissory notes'made'by me'payable to Steve Hangelis will be withheld until all known bills outstanding against him are paid Pete Kandis. Kandis Brothers Hat Cleaning and Pressing Shop, formerly Troy Shoe Shine.

TAYLOR DUE CREDIT FOR BEAUTIFICIATION WORK In a recent article appearing In the Bluefield Telegraph relative to the program of beautlflcatlon which has just been carried, out at the 'Shell Oil station on Bland street, the Telegraph has been Informed that this work was jointly planned and done by T. C. Ward and Allen Taylor. Mr. has Just completed another job in Bluefield for Plat- nlok Brothers and announces that in the near future he plans to, es tablish on the Cumberland Toad an evergreen nursery.

DRUNK HALTS RUN OF TRAIN NO 23 auspices, to the effect that recovery would best be served by relectlon of Roosevettt At the same time the-president, In a welcomed support from New York Socialists who have' set up the "People's party" in' the state, rather than go albng with Norman Thomas, the presidential nominee of the SocflSsIt party. The Democratic organization there gave a measure of recognition to. the new Labor party In the state, which Is pro-Roosevelt, by naming several of Its leaders for the ticket of presidential -electors. Possibilities pdrty realignment by 1940 figured prominently, in, the 1 Looking, toward tiohal establishment of farmer- labor federations, a group 1 61 Minnesota and independent leaders deiet'red positive action until after November and decided no( to endorse any presidential' candidate. Floyd B.

Olson agreed to Lafollette Wis.) in sponsoring a terence. liberals. In Chicago early next- month, to decide a oouise ot action in this campaign. Olson came out tor Roosevelt; but Lafollette has still to state his position. Former Senator Smith Brookhart sought unavalllngly to defeat Senator L.

J. Dickinson for renomlnatlon, also declared tor On the other side, the organization ot "Jeffersonian Democrats" 'recently set up in'Dertolt to oppose the n'ew deal, forwarded plans by former Governor Ely ot Massachusetts- as treasurer; Another group' of senters met' in Richmond and dp-- proved the anti-R60seveit "declarations made at the Michigan confer-: ertce. H. Clay Armstrong, the Demi ocratic mayor of who favors Landon, succeeded In keeping his; post despite efforts by other Democrats' to oiisl him. Peggy, were visitors to Riohlandi Monday.

Mrs. C. R. Steele and nephew. James Cooley, ot Maxwell, and Mrs.

Mulkey and sons, "nd Nelson, spent Monday in Norton. -Hlrfry and sliter, Mrs. Maggie Myers, Roanoke, are visiting relatives and friends at this place and Hiohlandn. Mrs. Cora Beavers and daughter, Miss Nannie" Margaret, spent Monday night With Mrs.

Walter Alt and slBtet, Miss Lottie Ringstac- Mrs. Rufus Pruett and Grover Trout came from Williamson, W. to see their uncle, Bert Moore, who is sick. Max Mulkey spent the Week-end in Bishop with friends from Pickens, S. C.

Prof, and Mrs. Carl Wiser, of BoBston, and Miss Margaret Stevenson, of Tazewell, attended ohtirch this pia.ee Sunday night. Mrs. Mattle Whitehead and sister-) n-law spent a few days last week, with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs.

Billy and family, Mr. and.Mrs. C. H. Robinette and son, David; Mrs.

H. Christiand. and son, Clytus, were in Tazewell Mrs. India Petts and daughters, MlBses Jess add Mary Wyse, and Harry; Lydla Harteock and daughter, Mrs. C.

A. Koch, and lier.daughter, Peggy: Mr. and Mrs. J. E.

Petts and children, Virginia and Bobby, attended family reunion near Creek recently. Arthur Wright and Samuel Robinette the week-end at Athens with their mother and aunt, Mrs, Dora Wright. Miss Louise Fllklns, Tazewell, spent the week-end with her mother; Mrs. Eveline- Pllklns, and her son, Charlie. Petts and family; Mrs.

C. A. Koch and daughter, Peggy, and mother, Mrs. Lydia Hartsock, attended the family reunion' at Chatham Hill Saturday. (Continued From Page One) mal fipoed when Keller put In his appearance.

Virginia.Side authorities, who are holding Keller in the Va Jail, said that porsibly the young man would be turned over to federal authorities. The Incident occasioned wild ex cltement in Bluefield, when the report first gained many believing that robbers had held up the passenger train. Scores of ner- SOUP rushed to the passenger dupot In automobiles and many abandoned their'car there and-proceeded down the tracks to where the; train had bee. brought to a sUnd still. The large number of passengors aboard did not know what was causing the delay until aitor the young man had been arrested.

All.of chem took the unusual Incident in good spirit. Conductor James Godfrey waa In charge of the train. HAS GENUINE GAS COKE CONTRACT IN AUGUST Price Per Ton Discount 50c per ton FOR CASH SAVE BY CONTRACTING Bluefield Gas Power Co. PHONESi 193 109 BLAND 3T. No matter what we say about it, the woman who buys a Maytag always has the last word.

Maytag can prove its finer construction and performance by comparison and record, but what the Maytag owner says to her neighbor is the Maytag sales. There are more May tags in use than any other washer, 50 ask your neighbor who owns a May come in see the latest one-piece, cast-aluminum tub the original Gyratator washing action, Roller Water Remover, sediment trap and numerous other advantages. Spmd ths test many wtkfy or momhfy pay. mtnts Tht Ntv Irontr will tavt half yew inning ttm and ijftrt, Frtt 4ny Moytof may had with ituolint Multi-Motor VIRGINIAN MAYTAG COMPANY TM MtYTM MWm MMWmiWWI TQWIBW WWTftMi Pounding Mill, Va, MRS. W.

B. STEELE "Corvespondent Pounding. Mill; Aug. Rev. P.

-fllled his regular appointment here' Sunday nlghht, with a good sermon. M6a.de will preach" Sat urday night and Sunday at 11 at the Church of God. James Johnson, Mrs, Virginia Raines returned first of the week from attending Church ot God camp'meeting for a week, at Mrs. C. A.

Koch and daughter, Peggy, and mother, Mrs. Lydia Hartsock, left Monday for; their homes in 'Philadelphia and- Baltimore. Mrs. Koch has been ing in the Mrs. India-Petts and her another, for the past-month.

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