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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1932
Page
1
Senate era chair Walsh presides as veteran fearlessness meets tactical calm. Huey Long’s influence surges amid Roosevelt faction control, with Iowa delegates torn between Long loyalty and party unity as crowds swell at Memorial Coliseum and funds for hungry children rise amid protests and roistering.
In Lausanne German Chancellor Franz von Papen pressed for revision of the Versailles treaty as a condition for future reparations payments. A German communique said the Reich would not pay more, angering von Papen who reportedly stormed from a meeting and swam at Ouchy beach. Observers warned the six powers, meeting today, that the talks could end the reparations conference amid party splits in Herriot’s coalition.
Walter W. Waters of Oregon was acclaimed as commander in chief of the Bonus Expeditionary Force by a majority of about 15,000 veterans at Anacostia. Rival leaders pledged to respect a confirmatory vote later Wednesday as food supplies dwindled and the camp faced possible shortages. The executive committee urged public aid from the American people to provide food for the veterans.
Floyd Gibbons reports a whisper campaign to block Franklin D Roosevelt at the Democratic convention. Republicans aim to brand him as an imitator or a spurious Roosevelt while plotting to attack his claim to the Roosevelt name with backroom strategy and possible mockups of broader opposition. The piece frames the factional drama and the shift from speeches to machine calculations in the arena.
The $150 million economy bill cleared the Senate 35 to 11 and heads to President Hoover. Conferees on the $2.3 billion Garner-Wagner relief bill debated remaining differences, agreeing on $200 million in RRFC loans and $100 million discretionary by the President. The economy measure includes a payless furlough plan and allows salaries to be clawed back.
Roosevelt supporters claimed growth to 700 votes as Bruce Kremer told Illinois delegates that New York Governor Roosevelt nears two thirds for nomination. Delegates favored Melvin Traylor initially but many state delegates showed Roosevelt sympathy while Kremer declined to specify from where delegates were switching.
A Benton county family says authorities have repeatedly urged them to return for care since last October. The father, on parole from the county jail to the overseer of the poor, refuses to go. If Linn county covers all needy non residents, local residents may receive no help.
Citizens advocate a system of self-help to augment regular charities and agencies. They reject blaming Cedar Rapids residents and insist all are concerned with the unemployed welfare, though many acknowledge current conditions.
A collective of unemployed workers emphasizes that success in social betterment hinges on strong leadership. They argue that if leaders' records earn the trust of supporters and collaborators, progress is possible. chronic agitators do not aid the deserving unemployed.
The speaker argues for drastic correction of inequalities and shifts focus from blaming outsiders to pressing local cooperation with agencies tasked to help. The quote emphasizes returning offenders to home jurisdictions and prioritizing those who collaborate with authorities.
A distressed father of six and his seven dependents visited the office seeking help after yesterday's county meeting. He had received 2.50 dollars weekly for his eight person household while the sheriff received 4.20 dollars weekly for jail feeding. The text notes the law granting these funds has been changed.
The text urges the community to develop a comprehensive plan to aid the needy and warns against rushing to rely on distant authorities. It stresses conservatism and discrimination, and cautions residents and taxpayers not to shift responsibility elsewhere.
Geneva reports indicate the three party conference among United States Great Britain and France was postponed due to the unsettled situation. American delegates said they would not adjourn without definite action on the Hoover proposals as smaller nations backed the American stance.
Despite a light morning shower Cedar Rapids temperatures rose quickly reaching 78 at 9 am and 88 by 2 30 pm signaling a rapid warm up as the day progressed.
In Bangkok Siam the king signs a new constitution granting the people a share in governance. The move follows a swift nearly bloodless revolution with only two reported casualties.
Local statistics for Cedar Rapids show the annual auto toll impacts with figures on accidents injuries and fatalities. The record notes the A71 designation in the numeric tally, indicating a roadway or route reference within the totals.
WM. B. Powell was found dead in an automobile in the garage of his son-in-law John B. Wallace in Florida. Investigators believe the death was caused by carbon monoxide poisoning. His widow and two daughters survive.
Mr Powell longtime Aetna general agent in Cedar Rapids and prominent local figure died after a life spanning Iowa City St Petersburg and Erie. Born April 12 1874 he graduated from the University of Iowa in 1895 and built a career in insurance and hardware before returning to Cedar Rapids. He married Louise Alford in 1896 and leaves wife Mrs Wallace and daughter Eleanor, a private school teacher. He was active in the Cedar Rapids Country Club Elks and Commercial Club.
In Lakehurst New Jersey, the giant naval dirigible began its ascent from the hangar amid a morning sigh of activity. Details on its destination and purpose remain sparse as officials coordinate the early stages of what observers anticipate will be a landmark flight.
Benefit accounts show proceeds and subscriptions swelling the Camp Good Health Fund total to support maintenance for physically handicapped children. Local groups and families from Marion and Mount Vernon contributed amounts including 14 and 2.70, aiding discounts on bulk purchases and supplies for the camp. A note on a staged event by Mrs Jace Risser referenced in Mount Vernon continues.
John Hughes Curtis was directly charged with aiding the people who were guilty of kidnapping Charles A Lindbergh Jr in Flemington New Jersey. Special Agent Frank J Wilson testified Curtis admitted parts of his stories, contradicting the state's claim that he lied. He described Curtis hindering parts of the investigation and protecting a man not yet named.
The Senate approved the conference report on the $98,000,000 Independence Offices appropriation bill without a record vote. The bill marks the fifth of ten annual supply measures sent to the White House.
Scattered lines show a want ad seeking dogs and puppies with mentions of buyers calling late and others waiting for ads offering other kinds of puppies. Tonal hints of summer, pets, and a quick sale emerge but details are fragmented and unclear.
A 13 passenger tri motor airplane fuelled and ready at Albany airport awaited Franklin D. Roosevelt on Wednesday in case he decides to hasten to Chicago if nominated by the Democratic National Convention. Reports said the plane was at Buffalo and Cleveland for the potential trip.
Corinne Garrette, a well known retired Cedar Rapids educator born April 15 1863 in Zanesville Ohio, died at 708 Third Avenue SE at 1 45 pm Wednesday after a stroke six weeks earlier. She taught at Adams school from 1886 and was principal from 1916 to 1930 before retirement. Surviving are nephew Edward G Mansfield and grand nieces William and Kathrine Dunshee.
CHICAGO AP The Iowa delegation urged direct loans to farmers through a government agency to prevent foreclosures and aid relief. They called for long terms, low rates, and amortization reserves, and backed inflation of prices and abolition of the Federal Farm Board. A pep meeting sought Major General M Tinley of Council Bluffs as a presidential candidate with several speakers guiding the drive.
In Chicago former Gov Alfred E Smith and Hague leader Daniel F Cohalan part of a stop Roosevelt group. Smith dodges the question of a nominee saying someone else may be chosen and notes Jim Farley supports Roosevelt on the first ballot. Cohalan’s presence with Smith and Hague signals political significance.
Will Rogers ridicules the Democratic National Convention for endless bickering over chairs, tickets, and who will speak. He praises John W. Davis's humorous, broadminded stance while noting Huey Long and Iowa voting theatrics during the session. Continuous infighting appears as the convention drags on.
The Democratic platform committee in Chicago adopted the repeal beer and wine plank by 35 to 17. The minority urged immediate constitutional amendment to repeal and stronger state controls, urging temperance and open supervision of liquor, while opposing a full federal repeal. Names listed include Michael Igoe and William J. Walker among others in the roll call for and against repeal.
The Democratic National Convention recessed at 1 19 p m Wednesday in Chicago and will reconvene at 6 p m local time. The platform committee is expected to report when sessions resume.
The Democratic Party will seek the presidency by attacking Republican policies alleged to have driven the nation toward bankruptcy and promising an agenda to restore prosperity. A prohibition plank calls for congressional submission of repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment to state conventions. a minority plank pledges reform.
In Bombay India rioting between Hindu and Muslim communities left one man killed and about thirty seriously hurt on Wednesday. Police deployed to quell the clashes as tensions flared across the city.
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