Insull Freed After Extradition Arrest Pending Habeas Hearing
Martin J. Insull former Chicago utilities chief was arrested in Ontario on extradition to face embezzlement charges in Chicago. He was released on 10000 bail with a habeas corpus hearing set for December 8 before Justice A C Kingston. Insull has lived in Orillia Ont since leaving Chicago after Insull companies’ collapse.
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Rolph Unworried Over New Threat From San Jose Lynchings
Governor Frank Merriam Rolph says he is not scared by threats demanding his resignation over the San Jose lynching incident. He asserts he remains California governor and will handle the matter when it reaches his office, noting opposition from individuals and groups is natural.
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Lindberghs Poised for South Atlantic Flight
Col and Mrs Charles A Lindbergh prepare for a 1875 mile flight from West Africa to Brazil. The couple travel from Bathurst to Natal with a flying base rhythm and support from Pan American Airways. Their record across the Atlantic includes Newfoundland and Greenland stops on prior trips.
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Texas Woman Shot to Death in Beaumont Mystery
Mrs. William Brockman a 28 year old Hardin County farmer's wife was shot in her light truck near Beaumont while en route to Kountze to exchange baby shoes. A posse hunted a gun carrying negro seen by CCC workers as officials feared the suspect fled into the Big Thicket area.
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Second Scottsboro Negro Trial Opens
Decatur Alabama December 2 Clarence Norris the second defendant in the Scottsboro assault case testified after a one hour delay caused by the absence of a state witness. Victoria Price the alleged victim of the freight train attacks was the first state witness.
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Hearst Flays Smith and Supports Roosevelt in Radio Address
William Randolph Hearst condemned Alfred E. Smith and endorsed Franklin D. Roosevelt in a broadcast segment. He accused Smith of seeking a gold standard and attacked bankers, labeling Smith as all wet while praising Roosevelt for steering the nation away from blood money and hard money.
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Texas to seek session to re enact relief bonds
Dallas reports a special Texas legislature session may be needed to re enact the act authorizing 20 million dollars in state relief bonds. The state seeks funding to aid the destitute and negotiates with the Reconstruction Finance Corporation after private bids largely failed and one bid of 150 thousand was withdrawn for lack of earnest money.
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President Roosevelts Stock Reform Plan Sought
President Roosevelt intervened in the Senate stock market investigation to obtain definite recommendations for reform of stock exchange practices to be submitted to Congress next month. Congress convenes January 3. Otho Form er burned badly when oil-soaked waste in his hip pocket caught fire at the oil well rig.
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Wide Open Gubernatorial Field Emerges in 1934 Race
In Austin on December 2 the governor race begins early with several entrants. McDonald of Wichita Falls joins Ferguson supporters while Tom Hunter vows continued effort from 1932. Alfred's Hat city Wichita Falls and James V. Allred from Del Rio loom with others including Witt, Stevenson, and Hughes named as possible candidates.
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Youth Surrenders Admits Burglaries Across Three Cities
A 16-year-old Sulphur Springs boy walked into Dallas detective headquarters and confessed to burglaries in Dallas Fort Worth and Greenville. He told Lieut. Max Doughty he wanted to clear his conscience and stop worrying his parents. Doughty said he would seek clemency for the youth.
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Weather Outlook for Week in Southern Plaine and West Gulf
Forecast shows fair conditions with rising temperatures at the start of the week. Isolated rains expected midweek or later, with trend toward unsettled conditions by week's end. Local winds generally light to moderate across coastal areas.
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Volcano Eruption Threatens Farms Near Izalco
In El Salvador lava from Izalco volcano covered coffee and livestock farms reaching within miles of Izalco town. Two farmers died venturing into the stricken area to save cattle. Official teams faced heat and smoke barriers while residents near Irty were ordered to evacuate. Nearby Japan reports Tarumae eruption with a 3000 foot smoke column and no casualties.
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Clint Small Enters Texas Governor Race
Senator Clint Small announces he will run for governor of Texas on a broad new deal platform. He plans to outline concrete proposals soon and will devote full time to the campaign after January 1, stating he will engage voters statewide and avoid sectional candidacy.
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Cattle Raisers Plan Tough Resolutions At Canadian Meet
More than 10000 cattlemen gathered at Canadian to draft “teeth” filled resolutions addressing the beef industry crisis. Leaders urged inflation of the dollar to ease debt, with supporters arguing prices must rise or cattlemen will fail. The group appointed a committee to craft resolutions for livestock associations and Congress.
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Not Guilty Verdict in Bank Robbery Case
In Amrock on December 2 a verdict of not guilty was returned for Mrs Maxine Triplett who faced charges of taking part in the First State Bank of Mobeeth robbery. In the same case Jack Shields received a twenty year sentence on May 4.
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City Marshal Freed on Bond in Killeen Slaying
65 year old Killeen resident Jim Baker was shot to death in his home. Fred Blair city marshal was charged with murder and released on a 2000 dollar bond after surrendering to Constable Tom Pollard. Luther Blair uncle to the marshal was the sole witness. Strong local tensions existed but motive unclear.
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Two Cousins Die in Pistol Battle in Arkansas
Two cousins, Hanan Turner 34 and Elbert Seymour 40, both farmers near Fulton, Arkansas, shot each other in a pistol duel said to arise from an old grudge. Officers traced the feud to a dance last night and Turner went for a gun. They reportedly met at a railroad crossing where the confrontation ended.
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Jack) Turner
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Fourth Wife Slaying Ties Wickman to Denver Body Disposal
Carl W. Wickman, 45, held on murder charges after confessing to killing his fourth wife. Denver investigators plan to dispose of the body of his second wife, Rhoda Wickman, with authorization from her sons. Authorities note Wickman’s prior wives died under unexplained circumstances and insurance money was collected. The Edmond Oklahoma interview cited his first wife saying she had long suspected justice would find him.
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Charges Filed in Automobile Death Near Tyler
Tyler, Dec 2 Charges negligent homicide were filed today against J D Wrather owner of an oil refinery in a case involving the death of J R Glove who died after being struck by Wrather s automobile last night Wrather said he saw a man on the highway and after sounding his horn the man jumped in front of the car He was released on a 1000 bond.
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Walter H. Brewer Rail Official Dies in Los Angeles
Walter H. Brewer, 63, longtime Santa Railway official and assistant to the general manager, died at Santa Hospital after a chronic stomach illness. He boasted of never missing a Santa Fe paycheck in 48 years, began as an office boy for W. W. Fagan, later served as ticket agent at Kansas City, and had lived in Los Angeles for 36 years.
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