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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1933
Page
1
A fragmented column discusses Anglo Italian diplomacy, Rome tensions, and fears in England over continental affairs. It notes a move in the Iowa state capital toward governor authority over finances, critiques past fiscal mismanagement, and questions accountability in public funds as it reflects on veterans tax exemptions and farm relief costs, ending with a steer toward Page 5.
President Roosevelt advisers draft a five division federal transport bureau led by Secretary Roper. Divisions cover Railroads and pipelines, Communications, Shipping and inland waterways, Radio, and Aviation with possible move of Public Roads to the new bureau. Budget Director Douglas to brief cabinet officers before presenting to Congress.
In South Bend Indiana United States district court receivership for the Studebaker corporation a leading auto maker was granted. The Edwards Iron Works filed suit and named Harold D Hoffman Harold S Vance and A G Bean as receivers.
Governor Hill McAlister issued a proclamation extending Tennessee's bank holiday to April 18. The holiday is optional and most banks remain open except where federal restrictions apply.
AP reports a weekly outlook starting Monday March 20 with generally fair skies for the upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys and the northern and central Great Plains. Expect normal temperatures early, increasing clouds and some precipitation mainly in the north midweek, then fair to moderate temperatures late in the week.
Evanston Michigan police held a wary vigil as a 55 year old gardener, Alex Peterson, confessed extortion threats to Mrs. James A. Patten widow of the wheat king demanding 50000 dollars. He attempted to slash his wrists at the station after capture saying mortgage debt forced the crime. Police had waited days for a trap after four failed attempts. The Patten estate near the city is five blocks from Petersons home. Peterson said he hoped the money would cover an eight thousand dollar mortgage and that he could repay later. John Patten, the widow's son, was recalled from vacation as the case unfolded. The suspect faces possible indictment under the Lindbergh law.
The Soviet ambassador to Berlin was recalled to report on Soviet German relations. The move is viewed as a discussion of the Hitler regime stance toward communism and reactions to Hitler’s recent speech attacking the Soviet regime and other anti communist events in Germany since Hitler rose to power.
Berlin report outlines a broad plan to ease financial burdens for the poor middle class and small businessmen. It gives sweeping powers to reorganize taxation dole and debts, credits 30 million marks to a trade association, and limits forced auctions. Hjalmar Schacht as Reichsbank head pledges to rebuild reserves and urges foreign cooperation to restart international payments.
In Paris the chamber of deputies heard a proposal by Rene Richards radical socialist to pay the $20,000,000 interest overdue since December on France's war debt to the United States. He argued it would honor France and show solidarity with the United States amid the crisis in American money and credit. The move follows Edouard Herriot’s push to honor France’s debt and comes as Georges Bonnet visits London to discuss Britain and France debt talks. The motion awaits committee review with debates expected soon.
Secretary Wallace praised the Roosevelt farm relief plan as a path to a balanced social state benefiting farmers and the nation. He said the bill offers safeguards for consumers, that taxes to fund the program will fall as farmers earn higher prices, and urged production curtailment to reduce surpluses that burden national welfare. He warned surpluses, like wheat in Nebraska, worsen bread lines in New York and stressed maintaining balance among producers in a complex world economy.
Roosevelt issues executive order giving state banking officials power to appoint conservators for state banks in federal reserve system when needed. Conservators would manage a bank's assets under emergency banking laws, but banks cannot reopen until licensed by the Treasury.
Petitions signed by about 5,000 Tazewell County residents are ready for submission to the county board, urging the removal of Sheriff James J. Crosby and deputies Frank Lee, C. O. Skinner, and Ernest L. Fleming. The four faced manslaughter charges in connection with the death of Martin Virant, who died in the jail after questioning.
Gilbert Friend, 28, mall clerk, killed his three children and then himself at Fernwood cemetery, placing the bodies near his wife’s grave. A note and a family poem signal his motive, saying he must join the loved one and despair over love’s madness and gladness.
Secretary Wallace outlines how the farm bill emerged after Roosevelt faced the banking crisis. He notes the president’s prioritization of agriculture following the early banking emergency and promises more details on the bill in continuation on page 2.
Washington leaders draft a model license plan for beer sales to permit on site and off site consumption with strict limits. Prohibition opponents vow test court challenge while Congress aims for a Monday vote and possible presidential signature. On sale licenses cost 100 dollars yearly, off sale 25 dollars, with a 1.20 dollar local tax per 31 gallon barrel and a federal tax of five dollars per barrel.
Newly found letters reveal Dickens once planned a tour of Australia but quit, saying there are not six men in the world he would travel with. The piece meditates on the value of loyalty, sympathy, courage, and large graciousness in a traveling companion and reflects on friendship, solitude, and the journey of life.
The Arizona state board of pardons and paroles agreed to subpoena J. J. Halloran, a wealthy lumberman, as a witness as Winnie Ruth Judd's petition for commutation of her death sentence is heard. Dr. W Wilson, her attorney, seeks her presence during Halloran's testimony. An accessory charge against Halloran was dismissed. Judd is slated for execution on April 14 for the October 16 1931 murder of Ann Lerot.
Hollywood AP Douglas Fairbanks Jr the actor rejects reports he will travel to Paris this summer to divorce Joan Crawford and marry Mrs Jorgen Dietz the divorced wife of a chemical engineer Dietz had claimed he aimed for a European divorce and remarriage Fairbanks says any trip would be with his wife Mrs Fairbanks and calls the tale ridiculous and untrue
Dr Frank Pugsley longtime Cedar Rapids veterinarian and organizer of the local Serum company died at his home from heart disease after a weeklong illness. He had lived in Cedar Rapids over 25 years and served as treasurer of the serum concern and partner of Dr L B Graham. Born in England he came to the United States as a young man, lived in Illinois, and worked as a vet on a Colorado ranch before settling in Cedar Rapids. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Italy agreed in principle to a five year arms reduction plan presented by Britain at Geneva to avert war and preserve the world arms conference. Mussolini met with MacDonald and Sir John Simon in Rome after dramatic talks, emphasizing no military alliances and welcoming the plan as a step toward peace.
Vincent Cerame Terzo, sought in Cedar Rapids on arson and insurance fraud charges, was arrested in Linn County after a Chicago pursuit that included gunfire. He had fled bail, caused a police chase through the loop, and attempted suicide during questioning before being captured after tripping officers and firing. He faces multiple city warrants and connections to Pittsburgh and New Orleans cases.
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