31 May 1935
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1935
Page
1
U S agents move to take over the George Weyerhaeuser kidnapping under the Lindbergh law as a $25 900 reward may be offered soon if the 9 year old is not returned for a $200 000 ransom. Parents J P Weyerhaeuser Jr and wife remain in seclusion.
Arthur Brisbane notes a contrast between early aviation and 1935 transport planes. He recalls Glenn Curtiss’s Hudson flight and weighs the implications of future war speed. The piece reflects on rapid technological progress and power.
KGNC the Globe-News station in Amarillo Texas will consolidate WDAG and KGRS under Plains Radio Broadcasting Company. Licenses approved by the FCC and next Tuesday expected action on consolidation to one schedule with KGNC call letters. Gish and Martin Sell. Wilbur C Hawk and Gene A Howe lead the new entity.
The region reports multiple flood deaths and widespread damage. Kiowa and Elbert areas suffer extensive property loss while towns like Fountain and Monument Creeks flood routes and communications. Recovery crews fear uncovering bodies as Kiowa remains largely under water and Kiowa residents seek supplies and safety.
Two Democrats Judge Pattangall of Maine and Bainbridge Colby push a Republican-Democratic coalition to oppose the New Deal in 1936. Pattangall plans a post‑bench movement for orderly government after resignation. Colby proposes a southern meeting to discuss nonpartisan action. both supported Roosevelt in 1932.
Weather forecast shows ongoing showers across the Panhandle with thundershowers possible this evening and tomorrow. Amarillo logged 0.25 inches, totaling near monthly normal, while Groom Alanreed McLean Shamrock Dumas Estelline Wellington and other towns reported light to moderate rainfall and occasional hard rains.
Washington May 31 up Harry L Hopkins the relief administrator today allotted 79 040 959 to 42 states for June relief needs. He also approved grants of 6 051 930 for rural rehabilitation expenses for the next two months. The 85 092 889 came from a 140 000 000 allocation from the 4 000 600 000 work fund. Relief officials said the other six states California Delaware Illinois Missouri New Jersey and New York would receive their allotments as soon as the amount necessary was determined.
In New Orleans on May 31 traders interpreted President Roosevelt's remark that "we are headed back for the horse and buggy days" as a signal of tighter demand. A selling wave pushed cotton futures down more than 2 a bale, reflecting market anxiety and shifting expectations.
President Roosevelt linked the Supreme Court NRA ruling to ending the Agricultural Adjustment Administration the Securities Commission and the Federal Alcohol Administration. He argued the court's view on interstate commerce set the nation back to the horse and buggy era and noted no constitutional amendment was deemed essential. The press conference occurred with Mrs. Roosevelt and his aides present.
Two unmasked robbers, aided by two women waiting outside, robbed the Elgin bank of about 600 dollars and fled toward Lawton in a small black sedan. The women stayed in a parked car. one drove off after the heist. The pair appeared 25 to 30 years old according to cashier Evelyn Ezell.
Federal Judge James C. Wilson prepared the charge for a 2 P M delivery in the unusual West Texas murder trial of Sheriff W F Cato Dr L W Kitchen and Tom Morgan. Prosecution urged conviction for the February 7 Post shooting of Spencer Stafford a federal narcotics agent in a conspiracy to halt investigations. Defense argued government failed to prove lack of self defense. See CATO Page 2.
A powerful quake struck the Quetta region killing thousands and trapping many in ruins. An estimated 20 000 casualties include 44 Royal Air Force Europeans with dozens more missing. Rescue efforts continue as relief trains are dispatched and roads remain passable.
Major General Briant H. Wells argues Hawaii can be impregnable with sixteen inch guns and ample artillery to deter an attacking power. The remarks come during defense talks at a crossroads of the western ocean as Hawaii guards 148000 residents of Japanese descent.
District Attorney Hollis Kinard vows the death penalty for Rev Edgar Eskridge charged with slaying Police Chief Ed J O Reilly. He plans an early trial, possibly June 3 or 4, and will pursue extradition and full legal means to bring the minister to Orange County custody after the shooting in De Ridder Louisiana.
At the Columbus Packing Co plant protests turned violent as former employees and police clashed. Four officers and many strikers were injured while about twenty two sympathizers were arrested after a midnight demonstration at a strike headquarters.
Signs of a political plot were detected after bombs exploded in Montevideo last night. Property damage was slight and there were no casualties. Interior Minister Cesar Bado said the movement, attributed to Communist sources, may be abortive. Reports of an assassination plot against President Gabriel Terra were officially denied.
Partly cloudy tonight and Saturday with unsettled conditions and cooler temperatures. West Texas notes cooler in extreme west and north unsettled east portions. New Mexico expects fair skies, cooler in east and northwest regions. Temperature range today from 60 to 20 across areas.
Two sons of W C Tudhope manager of Union Gas Company were reported kidnapped near Fisherville Ontario six miles south of Cayuga in Haldimand County. Police issued alarms after a car halted beside the boys aged five and nine as they walked to Rainham School. No count on occupants was given.
Zion, May 31. Goldie, a Jersey cow owned by Filmer Stried near here, has a knack for following rules. In 1933 she produced Elmer with triplets, then one calf in 1934, and now after the NRA's demise she has twins.
The Italian government announced a mobilization of 44,000 additional troops for service in East Africa. The deployment includes one army division and two Fascist blackshirt divisions. A comminique said the move is to guarantee security of East African colonies from any attack and recalls many naval and army personnel to arms.
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