06 Feb 1934
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1934
Page
1
The piece notes France facing de pression as large gold holdings strain. governments fall every few weeks and troops are called to save administrations. It contrasts with uneasy U S conditions, cites air mail contracts, CWA/PWA debates, and hints at political maneuvering around FDR era campaigns and Austrian league diplomacy.
The House approved under suspension the 950 million dollar CWA relief measure by a 382 to 1 vote. Representative Terrell was the sole dissenter. The bill, not earmarked for a specific use, directs funds to direct relief, with about 450 million planned to be spent by May and the remainder to broader grants.
Samuel Insull the Chicago utility magnate, wanted on fraud charges after his companies collapsed, was pronounced fit to travel on Monday and may sail for Denmark within days. He seeks to stay in Greece permanently citing heart disease and has faced two failed extradition attempts from Greece, with a third possible if he leaves.
Des Moines Iowa City senator Paul W Schmidt announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for state railway commissioner Schmidt a manufacturer and former robber was elected from the Johnson County district to the senate.
The supreme court unanimously ordered dismissal of pending prohibition prosecutions. Three airline officials cited for contempt over airmail contracts. Roosevelt's $950 million relief and civil works bill passes the House 382 to one. Huey Long denied immunity in a $500,000 libel suit. White House says Roosevelt not involved in state or local elections. Pool operations on the stock exchange proposed. Hull says ready to negotiate a new Cuba treaty. Morgenthau sends agents to identify silver stockholders. House approves $100 million for cattle and dairy payments. Aviation engine profits under review by a House committee. Bankrupt tenants not liable for future rent damages.
A Yale talk by a physician emphasizes habits shaping body mind and soul. Begin each day with Christ and prayer, read wholesome literature, and study the Bible fifteen minutes daily to connect with great minds and build moral character. Life in habit requires careful thoughts as well as fitness.
Washington AP The House on Monday passed the Jones bill making beef and dairy cattle a basic commodity under the agriculture adjustment act and authorizing 200 million dollars for payments to producers.
Washington news reports Rep. Jones of Texas advanced a house bill providing 35 million dollars for crop production loans. It serves as a substitute for a senate measure totaling 45 million dollars.
In Paris 1,000 Croix de Feu veterans denounced Premier Daladier near the president’s residence. Police and militia blocked protests while troops with machine guns stood ready in the capital. A confidence vote looms as the Stavisky affair stirs the chamber.
A divorce petition on behalf of Lord Ashley heir to the Earl of Shaftsbury was filed by Gordon Dodds and Company. Sealed copies will serve Douglas Fairbanks Jr and Lady Ashley, formerly Sylvia Hawkes, with eight days to enter an appearance or defend, then a further fortnight to answer.
Virginia Brokaw, 14, of Marion, was found unharmed after being abducted Sunday evening by three intoxicated men in a car. She described the incident to her parents and said the men forced her into the back seat and drove off before releasing her a few hours later, ending a search began when she did not return from errands.
Reported auto toll data for Cedar Rapids in 1934 shows accidents and injuries. The fragment lists numbers under a brief tally but is incomplete for precise figures of injuries or deaths.
Washington officials foresee a strong return of private investment into U S industry as signs of monetary stability appear. Government financing during the slump would shift to private hands once investors repopulate long term markets. Banks and individuals urged to participate in the recovery. RFC-backed loans to railroads continue with local mortgage company support for small business.
Vienna and Geneva reports say Austria will hand its Austro German dispute to the League of Nations. Chancellor Dollfuss is empowered to submit the issue under Article Sa of the Covenant, with an extraordinary council meeting possible if any member protests.
A strike ballot vote was approved for 26 000 Chicago and North Western employees by a coalition of thirteen rail labor groups. The move signals a possible strike within two weeks if grievances are not arbitrated, led by E K Hogan with the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen of America. company officials cite rule compliance as the core dispute and note the railroad’s recent safety award.
Moscow reports rising tensions with Japan over the Chinese Eastern railway in Manchuria. Soviet consulates accuse Japanese officials of delaying payments and restricting freight, while halting trains and arresting workers. The issue, tied to Manchukuo and Trans-Siberian routes, deepens Moscow Tokyo strains.
Public works grant of 5000 dollars approved by Harold Ickes to Linn county funds four road improvement projects in Cedar Rapids area. Two projects already completed according to county auditor information received Monday morning.
Miss Edna Ferguson, renowned lecturer and demonstrator, will lead a free Paramount Cooking school in Cedar Rapids Tuesday through Friday. No tickets required as audiences fill seats to hear cooking lectures, kitchen demonstrations, and new recipes.
Washington AP three airway company officials and William P. MacCracken Jr assistant secretary of commerce for aeronautics were cited to appear Friday in contempt proceedings stemming from airmail inquiry. L H Brittin Northwest Airways Harris N Hanshue Western Air Express Gilbert Giyven aided removal of papers. Brown alleged to have manipulated routes and bids for mail contracts.
Wednesday bargain day offers numerous high value low cost goods as local merchants promote a city wide sale in The Gazette. Advertisements urge immediate buying to lock in savings before prices rise again amid inflation and recovery trends.
Des Moines AP reports a compromise on allocation and possible concessions to enable Senate passage of the interim committee three point tax bill. Democratic senators met with Gov. Clyde L. Herring to work out revenue allocation, after rejecting Sen. Frank Byers proposal to base credits on taxes collected rather than assessed valuations. The contested allocation has blocked final action during weeks of tax revision discussions.
Market activity in New York shows record bond volume and near peak equity levels amid French instability. Treasury Secretary Morgenthau orders inspection of speculative silver holdings as talks of further monetary steps surface and silver prices rise.
The Supreme Court denied Alabama the right to sue for injunction against enforcement of anti convict made foods laws in Arizona Idaho Montana New York and Pennsylvania. The complaint failed to show injury and was defective for targeting several states.
Amos Parrish reports on current fashion trends and the latest styles from world fashion centers. The piece highlights Medieval touches on modern dresses and directs readers to page 24 for details.
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