Inflation Debate Highlights Senate Clash Over President Powers
In Washington on April 25 Senator Reed of Pennsylvania denounced the inflation plan as unconstitutional and dangerous, arguing it would give unilateral power to the president. He faced counterpoints from Senators Borah Glass and Barkley while discussing free coinage, silver ratios, and the broader impact on debtors and the currency system.
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Senator Reed frames inflation in amendment debate
Reed says the amendment provides unlimited inflation, warning that the senator should not assume only 6 billion dollars of inflation is involved. The exchange centers on fiscal policy and the potential effect on assets and economic measures.
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Ada High School Examinations Near Year End
Examinations at Ada High School move toward the close of the school year with diploma ceremonies set for Friday night. Senior high tests finish Wednesday while eighth month school year ends with final exercises and a large junior high graduation Thursday in the high school auditorium with Rev. C. J. Wilson as speaker.
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Cargill Pursues Julian in Shanghai Extradition Fight
Oklahoma City April 25. Former C. C. Julian bondman Cargill plans to sail for Shanghai around May 5 to return Julian to the United States. He argues no extradition treaty exists between the US and Great Britain for the alleged fraud. Julian, a Canadian citizen, was said to be living in Shanghai. A state embezzlement charge remains an extraditable offense, giving Cargill hope to force the promoter's return. WASHINGTON April 25. The House passed the Tennessee Valley Authority bill creating a government corporation to develop Muscle Shoals and the Tennessee valley. The bill authorizes dam projects, power sales, and a $60 million bond plan, sending the measure to the Senate after debate and amendments were barred.
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Oklahoma oil fraud suspect defies extradition in Shanghai
Cc. C. Julian, wanted in Oklahoma on charges of conspiring to defraud oil investors of 3.5 million dollars, says he defies U.S. extradition efforts. He is lodging at a British hotel in Shanghai's international settlement and uses the alias T. R. King as Anglo American treaties do not extend to China.
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Phillips Pond Meeting Reports 1933 First Quarter Figures
Phillips Petroleum reports first quarter 1933 gross income of 11,463,017.29 dollars, down from 13,271,426.60 the prior year, with Frank Phillips noting demand holds up and potential profitable prices if crude output matches demand. Net operating income registered 1,428,214.40 dollars versus 3,095,070.49 in 1932. Surplus charge was 2,179,620.98, up from 2,136,922.13.
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No Relief for Arkansas Thirst
Helena Ark April 25 With 50 members of the legislature on record in favor of a special session to legalize and tax 3 2 per cent beer Rep Leo Nyberg who had a poll of legislators in an effort to gain support from two thirds the members announced he had abandoned hope of an immediate special session He believed little chance of hearing favorably from 10 more members of each house Governor Futrell would call a special session only after two thirds of the members had agreed on reciprocation
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Muscle Shoals Bill Adopted in Roosevelt Plan Push
Washington, April 25. President Roosevelts Tennessee river basin program passed the House 306 to 91 and goes to the Senate. A Rankin motion to send the Hill Muscle Shoals bill back to the military committee was defeated 326 to 68. The Norris draft drew sharp criticism from Rankin who argued it would hamper development of the Tennessee valley and the presidents program.
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Woman Flees to Dodge Jail Term in Foshay Case
Federal authorities sought Mrs. Genevieve Clark of Minneapolis after she failed to appear at the county jail to begin a six month term for contempt of court. Conviction followed the Foshay trial and was upheld by the Supreme Court. she reportedly fled with her husband and two children Sunday night.
Robinson urges prudent inflation to halt currency depreciation
Senator Robinson of Arkansas told Associated Press publishers that the administration’s inflation program should be followed prudently as a tool to end the race to depreciate currencies. He argued for international treaties to stabilize currencies, and for prompt credit expansion to aid commerce while urging Congress to empower the president as a last resort to prevent prolonged depression. He also noted Washington’s extra session as a news center and pressed the press to shape public confidence for business revival.
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Julian Promoter Located in Shanghai May Face Trial
Oklahoma City reports that C C Julian, fugitive oil promoter, has been located in Shanghai China. U S district attorney Herbert K Hyde says a fugitive warrant will be prepared for his return to face trial in June for a $3 5 million mail fraud conspiracy with multiple co defendants. A $5 000 reward stands and extradition efforts may proceed despite Canadian citizenship.
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Supreme Court Decisions and Local Tennis Highlights
Oklahoma City judges affirmed several civil cases including Pitta versus Oklahoma City School District and Hinshaw versus Brannon. Regional tennis results feature Harris and McDaniel winning the Fast Central district boys singles title and Green brothers claiming the doubles crown with close final sets and a strong girls doubles showing from Metcalf and Hardie of Purcell.
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Tillman county farmers union backs sales and income tax relief
Frederick April 22 L P The Tillman county farmers union meeting here today voted unanimously for tax measures that would lower the ad valorem tax burden. State leaders said a petition might be circulated to refer the sales and cigarette tax to the people.
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Three Missing in Rockies Blizzard Toll Rises
Denver April 24. The Rockies spring blizzard may claim three lives. Foreman H. H. Ramsey, 50, vanished after leaving Glen Cairn ranch toward the hills to search for cattle. Ranch workers continue the hunt fearing a plunge off a precipice. McCommon of Colorado Springs and Peter Erickson, 55, of Laramie, Wyoming, were missing earlier with no trace found.
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Frisco Earnings Deficit in March 1933 Report
The St. Louis-San Francisco railway reports March 1933 net railroad operating income deficit of 139 685 11, down 377 676 54 from March 1932. For Q1 1933, net income shows a deficit of 340 126 29, down 525 626 14 from 1932. March revenue 2 954 700 90, down 713 989 42. expenses 2 670 802 16, down 31 497 00.
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Coal County Oratorical Meet Winners Named
The Coal county oratorical contest at Coalgate on April 21 sponsored by the American Legion awarded John Stanavieh of Coalgate High School a gold medal for his “Thomas Jefferson as the Founder of the Principles of American Democracy.” Miss Quindolyn Sanders won silver for “Character and Personality of Thomas Jefferson.” Stanavich will represent Coal county in the Fourth district contest on May 5.
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Murray Signs New Textbook Bill in Oklahoma
Gov. Murray signs the Daniel bill creating a state textbook commission with seven governor appointed members plus ex officio state superintendent and governor. The measure, effective immediately, plans five year adoptions and requires printing of the U.S. and Oklahoma constitutions in school texts.
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Ebey Returns From Oklahoma City Legislature
Rep Ebey and wife Mr and Mrs W H Ebey return from four months in Oklahoma City. Ebey says he is tired from the workload and believes the program will start to cut government costs and reduce property taxes. He plans a detailed statement soon on the measures impact on county citizens.
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Milk quality improves in Ada as tests rise
Tests of milk from Ada dairies show a better general average than last year according to Mayor T. J. Chambiless. Some samples reveal sediment due to improper straining and bacteria counts are generally favorable. The city commission will pass the standard milk ordinance at the April 25 meeting, with a 60 day grace period for grading and compliance.
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British engineer alleges hypnotic interrogation in Moscow trial
W L MacDonald, a British engineer convicted of sabotage in the Metropolitan-Vickers case, claimed he was hypnotized during a 17 hour preliminary examination by the Russian secret police. A London Daily Sketch dispatch reported his remarks from the Polish border, noting his belief that eyes dominated the interrogation.
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Ada High School wins literary division in interscholastic meet
Ada High School dominated the East Central interscholastic meet literary division with 74 points, far ahead of Wewoka. Winners span from general agriculture to Spanish and textiles with numerous Ada and Konawa names earning top honors.
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Oklahoma Seeks New Salary Schedule For State Officials
Oklahoma City April 22 a new salary schedule for major state officers and district judges is set to take effect for those named in the 1934 general election. The plan shifts pay to 28 officers and 48 district judges with Governor at 6500, Attorney General 4500, Secretary of State 5000, Treasurer 3600, Auditor 3600, Mine Inspectors 1500, and others. The measure does not apply to current terms, and Governor Murray currently earns 7500.
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Banks Reopen After Bank Holiday Listings Rise
Washington reports that 460 banks under conservators have licenses to resume unrestricted operations after the April 22 bank holiday. Secretary Woodin noted 289 national banks with 435 million dollars in deposits had reopened by end of March, and 71 more since, bringing total national banks operating near five thousand.
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