14 Jul 1932
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1932
Page
1
A benefit performance in Chile ends in tragedy as a fire triggers a panicked stampede, leaving twenty one children dead and eight hundred in the audience fearing for their lives. The incident prompts reflections on fear, judgment, and societal prosperity.
London and Paris clashed over a Lausanne gentlemen’s agreement on postwar debts. Britain says it does not affect its US loan, while Paris signals a joint approach with France. Rome notes the Lausanne decisions tie reparations to war debts as the path to cancellation, wary of a united European front.
At Esmeralda theater in Talcahuano a fire sparked panic during a charity performance for poor families. One report says 21 children died and 40 were injured as crowds surged toward exits. a mass funeral was planned for Friday.
Funeral services for Mrs John A Limback who died Monday in Seattle Washington will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. at Immaculate Conception church with Father Ernest P Ament officiating Reverend Louis Forrey a family friend will preach the sermon Burial will be at Mount Calvary cemetery Pallbearers include N P Craemer A J Diebold M J Donnelly Frank C Welch Cedar Rapids Frank J OConnor of Dubuque and George Klaner of Chicago Ushers listed J J Studer Charles Byrnes Melvin Hutchinson D E McGrath and John Bormann Friends may call at Turner chapel Friday between 5 and 9 p.m.
South America faces renewed tensions as Argentina and Uruguay sever relations amid a border region crisis. Uruguay cites defense of national integrity after rumors of exiled General Taranto aboard a Uruguayan cruiser during Argentina Independence Day celebrations.
A cheerful solicitor uplifted a fundraiser with his gracious remarks, leaving attendees buoyant despite heat. The Linn county board of supervisors approves a nearly $158,000 budget reduction, promising essential cuts and tighter operations amid tough times.
Former postmaster general Harry S. New moves from heading the post office department to becoming United States commissioner general of the 1933 world's fair in Chicago. The role remains strenuous amid challenging times as the nation prepares for a grand exposition.
Pius asserts that history shows God reveals himself when humanity sinks low. He laments mankind's loss of confidence in self and in God, but remains sure belief will soon return.
The Pope argues that the world drifted from core social and moral values and worshiped material wealth like a golden calf. He asserts the God of all should guide humanity to restore reason, and notes that this path he describes has been found.
Reports indicate a disease has struck grasshopper swarms in Nebraska reducing the pest by the millions. Similar declines in the Dakotas and western Iowa are noted, with human resistance to the outbreak described as futile.
Citizens question whether the Iowa State Board of Education approved tax funding cuts after a secret meeting. A promised statement on the budget was not seen, leaving the public eager to know the board’s plans and the use of taxpayer money.
In Urbana Illinois it is announced that the saving in last year’s budget will rise to 649000 for the 1932 33 period. At year end every department had money to turn back shocking the Jes sup dynasty.
In recent years the university under President Jessup had to spend every legislated cent before year’s end. When a large sum lingered at year end he ordered swift approval for a new building, ensuring the funds were used promptly.
The report notes Illinois University will suspend capital expenditures until conditions improve and taxpayers can breathe easier. In Iowa City condemnation actions begin to acquire land for a new university arts building, though the university already holds ample land.
The Lausanne conference published the gentlemen's agreement stating the Lausanne treaty will not take effect until creditor powers secure satisfactory settlements with their own creditors. The note indicates the treaty's effectiveness hinges on these financial settlements.
Evansville Indiana James Doolittle aviator escaped unharmed after his low wing Orion monoplane crashed during a walk at Evansville municipal airport. The impact tore through a gasoline tank and damaged a wing.
Frank L. Smith of Wight, TI, was elected Republican national committeeman from Illinois by the state central committee on Thursday. Gov. Louis L. Emerson was the only other candidate for the post.
The Irish Free State enacted on first readings a retaliatory tariff plan aimed at goods from Great Britain. The measure passed 66 to 51 in the Dail Éireann on Thursday.
In Hollywood Prince Serge Dvani husband of opera singer Mary McCormic faced a civil suit filed Thursday by J S Redmon seeking judgment for a $500 promissory note.
Senate and House conferees failed to reach an agreement on the 2.122 billion unemployment relief measure. Disagreement reported back to both chambers, delaying adjournment and likely pushing final action into next week. Key obstacle involved a House provision requiring publicity on all Reconstruction Finance loans including bank advances.
Reno aviators and airmail pilots comb the east desert for B S Davis of Alhambra California and a secretary believed missing after their morning hop toward Salt Lake City. The plane lost its motor near the Sierra Nevada crossing into Nevada, raising fears of a wreck or forced landing in an isolated area.
Aimee Semple McPherson Hutton, evangelist, is in critical condition at her Moorish temple in Lake Elsinore after a fall. Dr. Edward Williams reports possible skull fracture and brain concussion, with coma and poor response to treatment. Turmoil at Angelus temple tied to illness. investigation led to discharge of 25 temple workers.
C Bascom Slemp former Virginia congressman and ex Secretary to Coolidge said after meeting President Hoover that the repeal tide is growing strong and the President should clearly address the dry law question in his acceptance speech submission plank.
Guidance from Commissioner Herman N. Bundesen advises avoiding sun work, not dwelling on the weather, limiting heavy meals and sugary foods, drinking ice-cold liquids, and wearing light loose clothing with frequent bathing to stay healthy during heat.
E. E. Norris files in district court to recover 3256 from Hawkeye Pennant company and its former manager F. J. McChesney. Norris alleges two notes and that loans were made with W. J. McChesney’s knowledge or consent while he served as bank president and Iowa treasurer.
Washington reports the Norbeck farm relief bill appears shelved after Speaker Garner said President Hoover would veto the measure. The proposal aimed to provide direct bounties to farmers on hogs and related promotions.
Chicago based report states Vincent Bendix an automobile equipment magnate and his wife Elizabeth Channon will pursue divorce proceedings. The article notes Bendix prominence and the couple’s marital dissolution action.
New York police officers are to appear before Commissioner Edward P. Mulrooney on charges of flying over their patrol boats instead of patrolling on foot. The case centers on a breach of patrol protocol as described in the proceedings.
The Cedar Rapids drive for a $3,000 baseball and unemployment benefit shows optimism after a luncheon report. Eight hundred fifty tickets were sold by eleven teams with several groups yet to report. Workers began Thursday morning and plan continuation Thursday afternoon and Friday. Officials expect fuller totals by Friday noon.
Adolph Wreble, 23, once Lombard College football star, received probation on a two year sentence after his attorney argued he had joined the Rock Island baseball team and only spoiled a perfect season by losing a game the day after his arraignment.
Chicago beer strike involving drivers and helpers began last Saturday over reduced pay from 125 to 100 for drivers and 75 to 50 for helpers. The syndicate, led by figures tied to Al Capone era networks, halted deliveries until a conference forced new terms and bottles ran dry. The stalemate shifted after threats and meetings, with the syndicate pressing for liquid cash flow amid federal enforcement fears.
Will Rogers notes that anti-prohibition women favor direct repeal but oppose the Democratic party, preferring Republicans. He observes they are wealthy Republicans reluctant to fully back repeal, wanting it wet but not at the cost of the GOP.
Two Minneapolis robber suspects Charles Richardson alias Manning and Lawrence Clark alias Carter died from wounds after exchanging fire with a Grantburg Wisconsin sheriff’s posse near Frederic. The car was stolen. A nearby cabin held Mrs Richardson and daughter Elizabeth 19 and Mrs Clark as witnesses. Richardson confessed it was their fault and said he would not be taken alive. Both men were linked to box car raids and creamery robberies in Minnesota.
Des Moines AP protests against revoking the federal quarantine on the corn borer. State Secretary of Agriculture Mark G. Thornburg telegraphed Secretary Arthur M. Hyde arguing that a federal quarantine is more economical and efficient than state quarantines and should be maintained.
Secretary Hyde announced quarantine removal after Congress cut the agriculture department budget from 795000 to 295000. The corn borer has cost the federal government about 20 million dollars, and officials say it cannot be stamped out and may spread across the corn belt.
American flyers James Mattern and Bennett Griffin, forced down in Russia during their round the world attempt, arrived in Berlin at 5 35 p m Thursday en route home. A small cheering crowd greeted them as they completed the Atlantic leg in about 11 hours from New York to Berlin.
George Bowles, 54, African American, collapsed while walking home after leaving Penick and Ford plant in Iowa City. He appeared ill, was sent outside for air, then fell crossing Ninth Avenue bridge. Bystanders moved him to a plant parking area. coroner R A Vorpahl notified.
Cedar Rapids faced a nation wide heat wave entering its second day with 97 degree peak on Wednesday and 96 by Thursday afternoon. Local heat prostrations included two cases and one death reported locally with five national deaths from heat and storms. Residents sought relief at pools beaches parks and highways while cooler western areas were forecast to begin Friday.
AP reports widespread heat across the United States with several deaths in Detroit Newark and Kansas Missouri and Idaho. Cities from Omaha to Baltimore mark new records while Pacific coast stays cooler. Thunderstorms bring damage as lightning strikes claim lives at a Montana lookout and a ranch boy is injured.
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