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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1934
Page
1
The piece argues Johnson’s departure as NRA head signals a shift to new leadership and possible tighter government direction of economic policy. It notes Richberg and Perkins defeated him, Roosevelt signaling NRA reorganization, and hints at broader New Deal implications for business and policy.
Benton county officials and Iowa AAA leaders announced that out of state investigators would be dismissed once early pay contract scrutiny is completed. Franzenburg and Greaser met with John B. Wilson to discuss shifting contract adjustments to Iowa chairmen pairing with Benton county members. Wilson praised the Benton committee for their effort and signaled a more cooperative stance.
Fred Abdnour a 12 year old Cedar Rapids newsboy is now a United States citizen after a judge granted citizenship to his mother Rachael Shada and others. The boy previously faced possible deportation to Mexico and remains subject to potential removal until his status was regularized. The hearing before Superior Judge Thomas B Powell confirmed the family’s naturalization amid a broader naturalization round.
A 1934 meditation on vanity as a universal flaw in humans. It argues the vain man seeks illusionary superiority, hides deficiencies, and lives a self dramatized falsehood. Humor and self respect are urged as antidotes, promoting humility as true happiness.
Johnson county grand jury adjourned until next Tuesday as both state and federal authorities prepare investigations into the Tiffin plane crash that killed Gerald Random and John Lee. Deputy commissioner to lead the crash inquiry was named by Iowa Aeronautical Commission chairman Charles Gatschet. Pilot Ronald Kendall, 24, of Waterloo, suffered a broken arm and lacerations and was released to his attorney.
The Cherry Sisters Addie and Effie arrive in Chicago for a four week engagement at the Nut House after a tour of Davenport Des Moines Minneapolis and Miles City Mont They reprise their now famed original act once hailed as so bad that it was great The sisters recount the old legend of vegetables thrown and express hurt over managers jealousy while recalling their 35 year NY stage triumph.
Fairfield officials say Jefferson county social workers will assist financially strapped students who cannot attend high school. Ten students are already in high school under the arrangements.
President Roosevelt names a textile board with powers to investigate wages hours and conditions in the industry and appeals to the national labor relations board for review. Walter P Stacy Henry A Wiley and James Mullenbach named as members.
The White House said President Roosevelt will deliver a radio speech to the nation next Sunday at 10 p m EST. The topic remains undisclosed but likely follows themes of the New Deal and related measures. The address is expected to last about twenty minutes across a nationwide network.
Norma Brighton Millen, 19, daughter of a parson and bride of a bandit, received a one year jail term as an accessory in the Needham bank robbery and murders. She stood with bowed head as Superior Judge Nelson P. Brown imposed the sentence in Dedham Massachusetts.
L E Sheppard a former president of the Order of Railway Conductors and longtime railroad labor figure died at Massillon Ohio hospital from a brain embolism after injuries from a Sept 6 automobile crash near Massillon. He had been improving and expected home before the sudden fatal stroke.
Senator Nye of North Dakota, head of the munitions inquiry committee, will push a bill in the next congress to tax incomes heavily in time of war. The plan doubles taxes for incomes under 10 000 and imposes 98 percent on all above that, applying to individuals and corporations alike. He says the measure strips war profits and counters munitions industry objections.
Mr. Sheppard suffered an arm amputation after an accident and later a fractured rib. As conductors' brotherhood president from 1919 to 1928, he guided postwar adjustments and served on multiple federal and industrial boards. His career included wage settlements, eight hour day applications, and roles on the United States railroad labor board. The obituary notes his health declining in later years and a continued influence until retirement.
Roosevelt will not answer the United States chamber of commerce questionnaire asking for a business confidence expression. He said many national organizations exist and answering one would create an impossible situation. Chamber directors urged him to reply to six questions for confidence purposes.
In Buffalo New York James A Farley was unanimously reelected chairman of the New York Democratic Party The appointment was confirmed Wednesday by party members and marks another term for the Postmaster General.
Attendance at the Personality school at the Iowa theater exceeded prior records with more than 1 000 present. Miss Janette Serrec will close with a talk on the psychology of sex for mature women and marital relations, while earlier sessions covered body building diet and health.
Federal agents pressed a hunt for a suspected accomplice of Bruno Hauptmann in the Lindbergh kidnapping. Hoover said “things look very good” for capture within hours. Officials note Hauptmann may not have acted alone and cite handwriting and ladder details as possible evidence of an accomplice.
A commission proposes delaying the new stock market margin requirements from October 1 to October 15 due to ongoing disputes. A committee representing the treasury the Federal Reserve board and the commission will meet Thursday to resolve disagreements and report back to the board by Friday.
Madison Wis AP a $5000 damage suit against Fred Maytag Jr son of the Newton Iowa washing machine maker and ex UW student for injuries from an auto crash was settled out of court for $600 by stipulation filed in circuit court. Plaintiff Mrs Iris Raemisch Madison.
Cincinnati AP Secretary Roeper told a National Exchange Club audience that the New Deal protects individual initiative and does not seek to abolish the old economic order. He said emergency steps may remain only until equilibrium returns and that some reforms could become permanent while others expire. He noted no specifics on policy changes.
A Cedar Rapids tolls report lists 250 accidents with 312 injured and 5 deaths this year. Traffic safety officials note rising motorist risk and emphasize enforcement and awareness campaigns.
New York Bergin Hauptmann faces indictment for extortion in the Lindbergh case after detectives uncover an extra 840 dollars of ransom in the Mimsy garage. Total ransom in Hauptmann's possession now 14590 dollars. He shows nervous behavior and sobbing during confinement after grand jury proceedings.
New Jersey authorities press for Hauptmann in the Lindbergh kidnap and murder probe. Evidence mounts with a hidden trove of ransom money in Hauptmanns garage and a matching tool chisel link to the crime scene. Officials weigh cross state trial timing as arraignment on extortion looms.
In Clydebank Scotland the Cunard White Star liner Queen Mary was christened and slid into the water in a flawless launching. Britain hails the giant as the queen of the seas and expects it to dominate ocean travel.
In Juneau Alaska Mrs Ale Fred Carlson wife of a miner reports both twins born a day apart with a forty eight hour interval. The boy arrived Sept 22 and the girl Sept 24 weighing 6% pounds each. both healthy.
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