Press Freedom and Hauptmann Case in Cedar Rapids
The editorial cites U S Supreme Court rulings on free speech and government defense, warning liberals and Browder allied with communism. It notes Hauptmann faces execution, Hauptmann’s use of Lindbergh ransom cash, and unresolved crime details. It celebrates Cedar Rapids police leadership under Wes Benesh and reelection of Mayor Frank Hahn and commissioners.
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Supreme Court of United States
Milwaukee
Coming
Burleson
U. S
Americanism Commission of
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United States
Browder
Communistice Promotion
America
Radio
Avas
Supreme Court
High Court
JIN
Washington
Ury
Fifth Street
Third Avenue
Wes Benesh
Dan Kruidemier
Benesh
Department of Public Safety
Cedar Rapids
Kruidenner
Frank Hahn
Dave Williams
Townsend reorganizes Old Age Pensions board and moves HQ
Dr. Francis E. Townsend announces a full management reorganization after Robert E. Clements resignation. Seven new directors join Townsend with Chicago as the new national HQ, and Townsend pledges 90 percent of Townsend Weekly profits to the movement. A national advisory committee and state managers with salaries are set, plus a visual education department to promote an age pension plan.
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Washington
Francis E. Townsend
Old Age Pensions, Ltd
Robert E.’ Clements
House
Townsend Movement
Chicago
Townsend
Townsend Weekly
DARP
Gilmour
Jacksonville
Fla
Alfred Wright
Cleveland
Ohio
Townsendite
Townsend Clubs
Department ‘of Visual Education
S. E. Taylor
Baltimore
Townsend pension movement splits into rival factions
Washington dispatch reports the Townsend old age pension movement dividing into two strong, bitterly opposed camps. One faction forms a powerful group claiming 8,000,000 members and a $1,000,000 organization built from small contributions by senior citizens. Continued on Page 2.
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Washington
INS
Townsend Old Age Pension Movement
Contagious Throat Infection May Cause Malady in Milwaukee
Milwaukee health officials link the ongoing intestinal influenza like illness to a contagious throat infection. The disease has caused two deaths and disrupted work across offices stores and factories for about 120 000 people. Health Commissioner Koehler hopes a decline may come by week’s end. He notes a mild throat ailment could trigger a toxic material affecting the stomach and causing indigestion.
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Milwaukee
John P. Koehler
Do YOU believe in a sixth sense asks a reader
A reader recounts a lift with an old gypsy woman who warns of a dead man in the car before sunset. The story questions clairvoyance and cites Dr. Alexis Carrel noting belief in such sensitivity guiding artists poets scientists.
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Feader
Senate attack on Hearst sparks courtroom clash
In Washington a Senate committee accused William Randolph Hearst of fascist tendencies and using stolen papers while Hearst protested in court that the inquiry violates press freedom. Hearst's attorney argued the committee lacks jurisdiction over its actions and urged dismissal of requests for further telegrams.
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Washington
William Randolph Hearst
Senate
Hearst
Senate Lobby Committee
Schwellenbach
Wash
Elisha Hanson
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia
Hanson
George III
Lord Halifax
Vera Stretz Ends Three Day Witness Stand In Murder Trial
Vera Stretz concluded a three day witness stand recounting how she shot German industrialist Fritz Gebhardt to ward off a brutal assault. She testified she was calm during cross examination and detailed her illicit romance, threats, and the moments after the shooting.
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New York
Vera Stretz
Fritz Gebhardt
Miles M O'Brien
Samuel S. Leibowitz
Gebhardt
Europe
O'Brien
Leibowitz
Cornelius F. Collins
Three Ottumwa High Students Admit Robberies
Three Ottumwa High School students confessed to robberies of seven Ottumwa homes and an oil station during the past two weeks. Vivian Jones 17 Truman Stroud 16 and Raymond Dyer 18 admitted stealing jewelry money and a gun. They offered no motive beyond a wish for money.
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Ottumwa
Ottumwa High School
Vivian Jones
Truman Stroud
Raymond Dyer
Italy drafts compulsory aviation training for youths
Rome reports the government will require aviation training for all fit youths, aiming to boost air corps personnel and create a trained reserve. A decree also calls thousands of officers and soldiers to active aviation duties, expanding Italy's aviation capacity amid coastal and river city targets.
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Rome
S. Air ‘Corps
Italy
Automobile Corps
Alps
Adriatic
Mediterranean
Florence
Verona
Turin
Venice
Colepilboree
Seppe Valle
Sears
Housing Act Extension Passes by House Vote
The House approved by 112 to 50 a conference report on a bill extending title 1 of the federal housing act to April 1 1937. The measure moves to the White House for signature.
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Washington
House
White House
Pittsburgh Mayor clashed with Ways and Means panel over relief funds
In Washington Mayor William McNair of Pittsburgh sparred with the House Ways and Means Committee over the new tax bill and federal relief money. The exchange ended with threats of ejection, a knocked chair, and McNair fleeing the room shouting that no one can quiet him.
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Washington
William McNair
Pittsburgh
House
Ways,and Means Committee
Leslie M. Johnson
Pennsylvania
McNair
Doughton
North Carolina
Rep
Vinson
Hitler Reply On Locarno Proposals Reaches London
London awaits Adolf Hitler's reply to four power Locarno security proposals as cabinet splits and anti war fears rise. Von Ribbentrop arrives from Berlin to deliver the dictator's message to Anthony Eden while a minister resigns and staff talks loom amid pressure for clarity on war risks.
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London
Adolf Hitler
Locarno
France
Belgium
Joachim von‘ Ribbentrop
Hitler
Berlin
Anthony Eden
von Ribbentrop
Eden
Eustace Percy
Ligse
EAS Phebe
É ‘Bone
International ‘Commission
Condon Won't Comment On Hauptmann Case Delay
New York dispatch reports Dr. John F. Condon known as Jafsie refused to comment after learning Hauptmann’s execution was delayed at least 48 hours. The educator who paid $50,000 ransom for the Lindbergh baby kidnapping offered no interview and said nothing about the latest development.
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New York
John F
Jatsie” Condon
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Lindbergh
Chandler Still Embarrassed Governor Receives Hat and Ranger Commission
In Frankfort Kentucky Governor A B Happy Chandler, chastened after nullifying Kentucky colonels, was surprised by a 10 gallon hat and a Texas ranger commission from Governor Price V Allred of Texas. The gesture followed the dispute over honorary titles.
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Frankfort
A. B
Chandler
Kentucky
Id V. Allred
Lone Star State
Tailors Strike in St Louis Demands Rise and shorter week
About 250 union tailors walked out in St Louis on Tuesday seeking higher pay and a shorter work week. The action involved the AP report from the city as workers pressed for better conditions.
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ST. Louis
Hauptmann Execution Postponed Forty-Eight Hours
Trenton Mercer county grand jury requested a 48 hour delay in the execution of Bruno Hauptmann at Trenton State Prison. Warden Mark O Kimberling halted the schedule after hearing new angles from the grand jury foreman Allyne Freeman. Ministers offered religious consolation as observers prepared, while lawyers sought a new trial and stay which were denied.
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Trenton
N.J
Brucaiekiard Hauptmann
Mark. O. Kimberling
Trenton Atate
Mercer County
Kimberling
Investi
Frome Bergh
Allyne
Freeman
Aald
Kimeberling
Wendel
Pheres
Hauptmann
Asem Kimberling
Rand Ur
Paul
Lloyd Fisher
Grand Jury
A. B. Hermann
Court of Pardons
Hermann
Houwrs
Allyne’ Freeman
Mercer, County
Mes
Governor says grand jury action on Hauptmann possible
UBS Governor Harold G Hoffman said Tuesday night he was informed ground juries requested a 484 hour stay. Richard Hauptmann may be investigated if grand jury acts, without his consultation, based on information from Col. Mark Okimberling. Attorney General David Wilentz declined to comment on postponement.
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UBS
Harold G. Hoffman
Durys
Richard
Mark
Okim¢Berling
Cute ‘Hauptmann
David Wilentz
U S Leaders Promote Peace Policies in Congress
Secretary Hull told Congress that the United States leads world efforts to curb war through its policy of naval arms reduction and good neighbor diplomacy. He said American foreign policy aims to maintain peace domestically and worldwide, arguing war harms civilization, trade, and industry and imposes heavy taxes on people.
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Washington
Congress
United States
WPA Quota Reduction Reported for Des Moines Work Program
AP dispatch from Des Moines states that town Works Progress Administration payroll was cut by 4 352 workers last week. Federal officials ordered a reduction to 20 000 by June 1 with winter peak 35 299. Absorbed by agencies, private industry, or back on direct relief rolls.
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Des Moines
Works Progress, “Administration
U. S. Hil
Hill
WPA
Senate Approves $23 Million Legislative Appropriation Bill
The Senate passed in five minutes without debate the $23,299,428 legislative appropriation bill funding salaries and expenses of Congress. The measure moves to conference with the House.
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Washington
Senate
Congress
House
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London Star
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Ea David Lloyd George
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Tailors Strike
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