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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1935
Page
13
The report outlines Germany’s aim to rebuild a powerful naval air arm, with torpedo seaplanes and carrier catapults as it seeks parity with Britain and France. It notes postwar disarmament tensions and Allied expectations for rearmament across Europe.
Hollywood revisits the unsolved 14 year old death of director Wil lam Desmond Taylor found shot in his Westlake Park apartment. Investigators still dispute the time of death and several unnamed witnesses who claimed contact with an actress, Ida Lup, around late night or early morning hours, with questions lingering about last companions and testimony.
Military units are dispatched to a textile plant amid a county crisis. Local authorities seek medical relief and negotiations with state officials continue.
A column argues spending by the New Deal has already reached trillions and will grow, urging tax conscious policies and restraint. It cites Colonel Knox criticizing Roosevelt promises and predicting continued federal outlays, with references to commissions for observances and fiscal reform.
Premier King announced that Canada will resume trade with Japan as the 50 percent ad valorem surtax is to be removed. He said the settlement is crucial since Canadian exports to Japan cover about half the value of all shipments, and the talks allowed appeals to the tariff board for future valuations.
Snow followed a zero wave as temperatures fell across the Midwest and East. Snow began eastward behind a cold front, with thick flakes across North and South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. Temperatures moderated in the north and Great Plains as nightfall approached. The death toll from exposure rose to 63 with eight more added in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. one more died from burns at a CCC camp in Waterbury, Vermont. Snowdrifts and ice left some areas isolated. Long Island's Great South Bay froze for the third time in 15 years and food was ferried by ice scooters. Centerville, Maryland, reported no bread since Christmas Eve despite heavy Yule stocks.
Nine deaths from cold linked to exposure and accidents as Chicago area endures severe winter. In South Bend a fire costing 250000 dollars required 16 hours to control with most of the fire department hospitalized. Firemen battled freezing water and exhaustion as blaze spread from a waste basket to a bank and three stores, with American Legion volunteers aiding.
A government plan to adjust farm payments under the AAA program is discussed. Officials describe shifting support from cash crops to more adaptable rotations, including legumes or forests, to fit land use and crop mix.
British report describes the Lindbergh vessel enduring rough seas and continued voyage under Charles A Lindbergh amid uncertain conditions and overseas dangers. The account notes persistent delays and a tense voyage as authorities monitor the ship’s progress.
A chaotic list shows numerous civil actions and judgments including damages for car accidents, property disputes, and divorce cases. Named parties include Norazth, Nesom YWenourms, Dr. Huseyo Hasna Qrivogin, and the Starks with sums ranging from $25 to $25,000 plus rental and lease disputes. Public notices reference Linn County, Cedar Rapids area, and Iowa university fraternities.
Butte police report Floyd Woods body located on Madison River near Ennis, believed to be fourth victim linked to ex-convict William Henry Knight. Knights suspected role in Christmas killings that left two officers dead and two wounded. Pursuit by posses continues across southwestern Montana as investigation narrows on Knight.
An AP dispatch from Lawrence Kansas reports a 69 year old woman deriding women who smoke cigarettes as sissies. She calls for women to avoid politics and business and argues most women who smoke cigars or cigarettes smoke too much.
The article describes Cornell Fine advancing to the semi finals of the inter meet. It highlights key players and moments, including Carmeli and Nerin Cantalmint contributing scoring runs and close defensive plays. The matchups feature teams such as Brad-Sey Tech of Pooren and Creek Jods Desa, with pivotal scores near halftime.
A debate on sub national governance surfaces with advocates arguing regional centers could streamline administration and cut costs while opponents warn of eroding state sovereignty. Proposals include ten to twelve regional agencies aligned with altered district boundaries and potential relocation of coal and other commissions closer to resource sites.
DES MOINES AP State Treasurer Leo J Wegman reports December interest payments on the state sinking fund by banks with public deposits fell about half from December 1934 The total for December was 4 448961 compared with 8 049229 the prior year Payments in November this year were 52 325 29 Banks with public deposits previously paid 2 percent interest per month on 90 percent of the average daily balance The last measure urged reducing the rate to 1 percent to lure more banks to accept public deposits.
The debate centers on Laval's approach to the League of Nations and European security. Laval emphasizes working within the Geneva framework while opposing universal appeals that could invite aggression, defending Hoare Laval peace efforts and France’s allied measures.
Eastern mid western and southern soft coal producers meet in Washington to fix sales prices under the Guffey act after a warning from the coal commission. Prices had fallen below pre NRA levels and the commission threatened to fix them if operators do not agree. Town is included in the conference territory.
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