Debt row erupts as McFadden salvo tests Hoover
Washington December 16. The Ways and Means Committee resumes debate on debt payment suspensions while Representative McFadden’s charge that Hoover sold out stirs protest. Treadway moves to bar McFadden from future hearings but withdraws after Crisp intervenes.
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Money and Power Blink Through a Blossoming Speakeasy
Arthur Brisbane ponders money’s mystique as gold standard debates blur with global shifts. He notes Japan’s influence on stock markets, France’s quiet accords with Tokyo, and Britain’s currency pull, then shifts to a New York speakeasy where 50,000 saloonlike venues rise amid daylight patrons, young women, and lavish decor.
Bandits in Harness Displayed in Manchurian Scene
In Harness, two captive Chinese bandits are shown being led to prison barracks by a Japanese soldier in the Manchurian war zone. The bound prisoners are members of forces that had molested the Japanese army, illustrating tight security before detention.
Snow Closes Texas Highways Amid Panhandle Storm
Snowfall of 4 to 10 inches blankets Northwest Texas with Amarillo at noon reporting 6 inches and Stratford Spearman Perryton and Booker each at 10 inches. Travel slow across Panhandle highways while air service partly grounded. Moisture boosts wheat and pasture as cold front moves southeast from the Texas-Oklahoma border.
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Prizes to Aid Lighting Test in Third Christmas Decor Contest
The Potter County Federation of Women's Clubs announces ten cash prizes for the third annual city home decorating contest. All homes may enter free. judging emphasizes Christmas spirit over elaborate decor. Entries due by Thursday noon December 24. lights stay on Christmas Eve through December 27, with judging aided by lights until 10 p.m.
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Street Scene at Mission Theater Guest George Maggard
Daily ticket giveaway begins with the Mission Theater promotion. George Maggard attends today to view Street Scene.
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Handprint of an Innocent Man Mark Erased by Sheriff
In Mauch Chunk Pennsylvania a 67 year old jail incident endures as a legend of the Molly Maguires. Sheriff Bowman cut out the wall mark deemed the handprint of an innocent man and installed new plaster. The tale persists among visitors who recall the chilling moment. The report also notes political shifts in Manchuria with Tsang Bhih-i named governor of Fengtien and Japanese efforts to form autonomous Manchuria amid ongoing fighting and parliamentary tensions.
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Robert L. Bowman
Associated Press
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Culbertsons Lead in 48th Rubber at Tri-State Fair Meet
At Amarillo Hotel directors of the Tri-State Fair meet to select the 1932 board and officers, with Wilbur C. Hawk announcing he cannot serve as president next year. The group includes Ross D. Rogers and O L Taylor among others. In New York, Ely Culbertson and wife lead Sid Lenz and Oswald Jacoby by 410 points after seven sessions of a marathon contract bridge match, eight rubbers completed with Culbertsons ahead 23 to 21. Edwards named managing director of Progressive Texans in Dallas.
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Hawk
Fair Executive Committee
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O. L. Taylor
Bill Lampe
Sam Norton
Clarence Williams
H. C. Gouldy
Co. W. Carson
Tom O'Neil
New York
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Sidney
Lenz
Oswald Jacoby
Culbertsons
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Culbertson
Weather ends quest for two lost hunters
Murky weather in Galveston Bay halts search for F. C. Bonham and J. L. McElrath, Houston sportsmen missing since last Thursday after departing San Leon. Coast Guards patrolled the bay all night. an empty launch was sighted by Army airmen in the eastern bay. A National Guard plane and an Army plane planned to resume search once weather allows.
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Steffens Lecture Called Off At West Texas Teachers College
Lincoln Steffens famed editor and adventurer scheduled to speak in Canyon has the talk canceled because the speaker cannot reach the city. The event is indefinitely postponed per Lyceum chairman Wallace R. Clark.
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Rail chiefs to meet Chicago in wage talks plan
Railroad presidents of the United States will meet in New York Friday to consider entering negotiations with railway union executives on wage and unemployment problems.
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United States
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Railway Union
Canton and Nanking coalition seen in China turmoil
China, split between Canton and Nanking since last spring after the Canton government formed against the Nanking regime, appeared to be moving toward unity today following a shakeup that began with President Chiang Kai Shek's resignation. Chiang acknowledged the Canton faction would gain the upper hand as a coalition government was expected.
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Japanese Flag Replaces Chinese in Manchuria
Mukden Manchuria December 16 Japanese symbols replace the Kuomintang sun flag in Manchuria as Chinese banners fade. Harbin still shows Chinese and Soviet flags alongside the Chinese Eastern Railway emblem. A new Manchurian federated state under Japanese supervision forms with Gen Tsang Shih Y likely to lead.
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Amarillo Weather Forecast and Temperatures
Partly cloudy and cold tonight with Thursday fair across West Texas and New Mexico. Southeast areas cooler tonight with fair weather no change. Temperature readings ranged from 26 to 30 degrees by 1 PM. Griggs ambulance, phone 4311.
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Taxpayers Move To Enforce State Rule In Paynes Case
Insurance proceeds totaling 7500 will go to J. Payne administrator of A. D. Payne and Exa Payne estate, via American National Life Insurance Company. Agreed judgment in elgil district court by Judge W. E. Gee covers a 5000 policy with double indemnity on Mrs. Payne killed in June after a 1930 plot. Company questions policy payment, cites alleged fraud and prior attempts on Mrs. Payne. In Austin meeting, taxpayers propose rapid organization to win county commissions and state legislature, urge capping salaries, abolishing appeals courts, consolidating offices. They call for focused effort on two offices and aim to build statewide power.
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Trial of Gangsters in Slaying of Child Opens
Vincent Coll and Frank Giordano go on trial in New York for the summer killing of five year old Michael Vengali. A passing car was used by gangsters to shoot at another gang member.
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Frank Giordano
Michael Vengali
Roachdale Bank Bandit Raid Strikes Town
A bandit group of 10 to 12 men seized Roachdale Indiana for two hours. They captured two girls and a man, tied the station master, and robbed the Roachdale Bank of about 4500 dollars after setting four nitroglycerin charges. Monk Grantham fired on the bandit guard but was unharmed. The town’s telephone lines were crippled as the assault unfolded.
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Lenz Doesn't Wear Garters Cracks Up Reporter Story
United Press reports Henry McLemore watches the Culbertson Lenz chess spectacle, notes the crack reporters, the crowded doors, and Lenz’s garterless ankles as the scene props. He observed the demand for access and the high offers to gain a crack at coverage before hinting at page two.
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Mister Lenz
Garbo
Wintry Texas Storm Dumps Snow and Rain Across State
A wintry storm from the Rockies blankets western Texas with snow and soaks most areas with hard rain. Amarillo four inches, Plainview three inches, other towns similar. Temps range from mid twenties to near freezing with widespread precipitation and scattered lightning in Corsicana.
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Globe-News Special Matinee For School Children Saturday
The Globe-News presents a third matinee at Pair theater Saturday at 9 30 am through Paramount Pub. Ux. All school children admitted for 10 cents. The Seas Beneath starring George O'Brien headlines with thrilling action and selected shorts. Manager Will R. Winch promises a popular, near capacity turnout after two successful previous shows.
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