Iowa relief director resigns over policy clash
An Iowa relief official Jeannette MacGregor resigns citing policy changes she cannot agree with. The editor notes concerns about political influence in county relief, praising trained social workers for counties receiving state funds and referencing past resignations over efficiency and partisan concerns.
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Iowa
Jeannette MacGregor
Des Moines
Linn
Nels Kraschel
J. C. Pryor
The
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Miss MacGregor
Labor leaders Green and Lewis resume talks to halt union split
In Washington President William Green of the American Federation of Labor and John L. Lewis of the CIO fail to close the rift in dual unionism in a morning face to face session. They plan to meet again at 8 pm with aides Philip Murray and George Harrison joining discussions. A mediation push by Sen George L Berry is noted as the conflict affects about seven million workers.
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William McArthur
McArthur
Montis
Washington
William Green
American Federation of Labor
John L. Lewis
Committee For Industrial Organization
Lewis
Grim
Curt
Mr. Green
A.F. of L. Executive Council
Green
Philip Murray
CIO
George Harrison
Young
Green Murray
Harrison
George L. Berry
Tenn
Pressmen’s Union
Federation
Berry
Self Improvement Notes From Dr Newton
A 1937 column reflects on personal growth, self discipline, and social conduct. It contrasts ambition, humility, and honesty with constant nagging and irritability. The piece urges constructive thinking, healthy relationships, and taking part in life rather than avoiding it.
Economy At This Time Won’t Alter The Wind
An editorial humorously argues that federal spending cuts won’t change wartime momentum or wind direction. It compares budget controls to loosening a card of buttons and to road funds sliced by a detour chief, noting potential trillion-dollar-like savings if funds existed.
Roper urges broad revision of tax system in national address
Secretary of Commerce Daniel C. Roper told business leaders there is a need for a general revision of the tax structure and urged equal responsibility between labor and management. He called for debt reduction and a balanced budget while supporting railroads’ finances and a big building program. President Roosevelt urged quick meetings to tackle problems affecting employment and purchasing power.
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Chicago
Daniel C. Roper
Commerce Department
Business Advisory Council
Roosevelt
Mrs Stokowski Granted Divorce in Las Vegas
Mrs Leopold Stokowski was granted a divorce in Las Vegas on Thursday amid sealed records for extreme cruelty. A property settlement and custody of their children Gloria ten and Andrea six were included in the decree after a waiver denying cruel conduct.
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Las Vegas
New
INS
Leopold Stokowski
Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra
Greta Garbo
Gloria
Andrea
Drive to revive American merchant marine gains support
Joseph P. Kennedy urged Congress to loosen the ship subsidy act and empower the mediation board to settle labor disputes to avert seamen strikes. Senator Copeland introduced a bill to fund subsidies for foreign-built vessels if cheaper, with backing from the maritime commission. Kennedy warned of obsolescence and pressed for air transport subsidies to compete with Europe.
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Washington
INS
Capitol
Joseph P. Kennedy
U. S. Maritime Commission
House
Federal Mediation Board
Royal S. Copeland
Senate
Maritime Commission
Kennedy
Dee Phaliie
United States
England
France
Germany
Grinnell Students Hurt In Highway Crash
Special to The Gazette two Grinnell College students were critically injured when their car left highway 6 west of Grinnell. Robert Hamilton suffered a skull fracture and Mark Conkling multiple fractures. Ricky Boller escaped with minor injuries as a high tension line was severed and service briefly cut.
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Grinnell
Grinnell College
Highway 6
Robert Hamilton
Mark Conkling
Des Moines
Hamilton
Conkling
Ricky Boller
Actress Rescued By Buster Crabbe
Hollywood rider Jean Rogers escaped with burns when her clothing caught fire on set. Buster Crabbe swiftly grabbed a blanket and doused the flames, aiding her return to the studio for treatment and continued recovery.
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Buster Crabbe
Hollywood
INS
Jean Rogers
Buster” Crabbe
Miss Rogers
Trade Rule Sparks Fear of Farr Hurt in Futures Markets
Chicago leaders warn new restrictions could make the biggest losers of the plan as board of trade officials push to modify the exchange rules. Authorities seized heroin valued at $190,000 in a federal operation. investigations link international tactics to arrests in Baltimore and Washington.
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Chicago
Kenneth Pleton
Th Board of Trade
Gating Committee
Templeton
Tha
Helen Keller Testimony Reveals Courtroom Question
In a Queens courtroom a blind witness Helen Keller uses a secretary companion to spell responses to a legal inquiry. Keller explains she has never been arrested, insisting the question is unsafe and she feels protected now that Miss Thomson has documents.
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Helen Keller
U.S
Doyxler
Miss Keller
Wiretapping penalties linked to Des Moines man
Tayson, a 40 year old Des Moines resident, was sentenced to months in Leavenworth and fined $1.0. Attorney General Mitchell was unavailable for comment on plans for appealing or pursuing further action. Indictments previously named Charles Eaton, 54, Jesse Eaton, 24, and Donald Eaton, 19, in related liquor and slot machine violations.
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Tayson
Des Moines
Leavenworth
John 4
Mitchell
Charles Eaton
Jesse Eaton
Donald Eaton
Belgians Honor Loewenstein at King Albert Cup
Loewenstein a nine year old Belgian stallion owned by Michigan State College won the King Albert cup at the International Livestock exposition as the finest Belgian horse in the United States. Imported by Holbert Horse importing company and later owned by Minnesota then Michigan State. Weighs 2250 pounds. Count Robert van der Straten Panther Belgian ambassador presented the cup for fifty years secretary of the Belgian Draft Horse association of America.
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Chicago
Loewenstein
Michigan State College
Lansing
United States
Robert van der Straten Panther
Jd. Conner, Jr
Draft Horse Association of America
Holbert Horse Import
Jury summons racket cracks down in Kansas City
The Kansas City case unveils a scheme selling juror chances for 3 a day at taverns for 1. The seven men faced sixteen charges led by suspect George Andre also known as Frenchy. Jackson County judges met to assess impact. Judge Ben Terte warned cases from the past three weeks could be invalidated.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Polk County
Kansas City
Machinery of Justice
George “Frenchy
Andre
W. W. Graves
Jackson County Circuit Court
Ben Terte
Japan flaunts power before international audience in Shanghai parade
In Shanghai a massive Japanese military parade through the foreign settlement showcased six battalions and war equipment. Western protests were ignored as U S and British authorities implemented broad security measures to prevent Chinese riots amid fears of Nipponic takeover in China’s key city. Concurrently China recaptured Kwantze and attacked Shanghai with bombing sorties, while Japan countered with air strikes over Nanking and a dogfight with Soviet-built planes.
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Shanghai
Japan
United States
Nippon
China
Nanking
Szechuan
Kwangteh
Idzumio
Carmalt, National Mediation Group Chief, Dies
James W. Carmalt, chairman of the national mediation board, died at his home after a several week illness. He had served on the board since 1934 and held prior public service roles including counsel to the federal coordinator of transportation and chief examiner of the Interstate Commerce Commission. During World War II he worked on the War Industries Board staff.
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Washington
James W. Carmalt
National Mediation Board
Carmalt
Federal Coordinator of Transportation
Interstate Commerce Commission
War Industries Board
United States Railroad Administration
Straus to earmark $500 million housing funds next week
Nathan Straus United States housing administrator announced funds will be earmarked for local communities ready to launch slum clearance and low cost housing programs. He sent telegrams to 68 local authorities asking for specific plans to be presented at a December conference to finalize the procedures for the $500 million public housing drive and the 10 percent construction cost match. Straus plans to administer the program under the current Wagner Steagall act while seeking changes only as a vast resort.
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Washington
INS
Nathan Straus
United States
Straus
Ruling Signals Pinball Machines Return To Iowa
In Des Moines AP Milton Strickler of the Automatic Merchandising Association of Iowa says pinball machines will reappear in the state after a judge ruled games not gambLes unless they include automatic payoffs. Strickler notes the decision likely prompts an appeal for a final settlement.
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DES Moines
Milton Strickler
Automatic Merchandising Association of Iowa
Iowa
John ‘Hk
Mitchell
Municipal
Don
Allen Fere
Phursdaye
Strickler
Association
Iowa Association
Wage-Hour Deadlock Breaks In Congress Vote Planned
House leaders shattered the wage hour deadlock promising a December 13 vote. The farm bill moves toward enactment while debate rages over Roosevelt housing and Wallace cotton tax proposals. Charges of trading votes and threats of expulsions marked the session as lawmakers pushed amendments and set Tuesday for a floor vote.
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Washington
House
Roosevelt
Capitol
Senate
Wallace
Bankhead
Alabama
South
Congress
Fish
New York
Rayburn
Roth
Wex
Capitol Mme
Florida
Florida Ship ‘Canal
Gearhart
Journalist Stay in Argentina Sparks Diplomatic Note
A Brazilian official alleges Argentina has refused to deport a writer, prompting talk of asylum. The figure linked to the Imes movement faced deportation for articles critical of President Getulio Vargas and the Brazilian dictatorship.
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Buenos Aire
Brazilia White
Imes
Argentinia
Brazil
R Tme
Equest
Getulio Vargas
Art Jarrett Sues Eleanor Holm for Divorce in Los Angeles
Los Angeles reports show band leader Art Jarrett filing for divorce from Eleanor Holm. The action follows a troubled romance involving Brice and Billy Rose, with Holm rumored to remarry if the divorce is finalized.
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Art Jarrett
Eleanor Holm
Los Angeles
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Eleanor Holband
Arthur L Nne Brice
Billy R
Jarrett
L. Jarrett
Eleanor
Too Payne
Brice
Billy Rose
Ucer
Newark Officials Indicted in Land Conspiracy Case
A Newark grand jury indicted Mayor Stein and 28 other high officials on conspiracy fraud and land deal charges. The case centers on alleged improper deals and large sums in the New Jersey administration.
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Meyers
Ellen
Adark
Othe
N. J
INS
Mayorstein
Newrs
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