General Mitchell Air Force critic dies in New York
General Mitchell, known as Billy, died at Doctors Hospital New York at 57 after influenza complications. The first American officer to fly over enemy lines in World War I had recently testified to a congressional inquiry on aviation policy and had a long history of public criticism of air defense and preparedness.
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Billy
U.S
Doctors
Congressional Committee
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Warrenton
Samuel Lambert, Jr
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Navy Departments
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Army
San Antonio
Tex
Townsend Probe Ordered by House
Washington February 19 the House voted 240 to 4 to investigate the Townsend and other old age pension movements after defending them from charges as fantastic and fraudulent Speaker Burns will appoint a tight member committee Bell Mos Baxter others indicated the probe could cost up to 40 000 and yield no definite results Bell branded the Townsend plan as fantastic and fraudulent arguing it would cost 24 billion annually and impose heavy taxes Townsend supporters backed the inquiry but denounced attacks on movement officials
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House
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Burns
Bell D. Mos
Burdick
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Stefan
Neb
Marcantonio
Moritz
Bell
Townsend
United States
Townsend Arog
Dinner with Relatives Turns Into Beef Stew Feast
Willie Willis reflects on a gathering that diverged from a company dinner plan, revealing it became an intimate family meal featuring beef stew and prunes.
Gas and Fires Claim Several Deaths Across States
Severe cold and gas hazards cause multiple fatalities as new setbacks arrive in Utica and across Ohio Michigan Illinois New York Nebraska and Nebraska towns. Fires blast stoves and gas leaks kill workers and residents while rescue teams extend aid and repair crews reach blocked mains.
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Chicago
South Dakota
Utica
N.Y
Belleville
East St. Louis
Columbus. O
Ypsilanti
Mich
One Percent Sales Tax Urged to Fund Relief in Maryland
Maryland governor's relief committee led by William J. Case recommends extending the one percent gross receipts tax to fund relief through May 1937, and enacting a one percent general sales tax for a year to follow. It also proposes continuing the automobile titling tax for 1 1/2 months to May 31, 1937, with tax and tag filings through March 31.
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Maryland
Baltimore
Wiliam J. Cases
Grafter and Liar Echo in Gunboat Bribery Probe
A senate committee hearing on a gunboat deal for Brazilian revolutionaries erupts in name calling and testimony. Frederick Zimmerman alleges gunship sales to various governments and rebels, naming Cuban and Bolivian figures, with a $20,000 cut discussed among participants. The tale implicates M J Ferrera and others in an arms syndicate linked to Canadian bribe payments and canal dockside dealings.
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Washington
API
Senate
Frederick 5. Zimmerman
Snaniarad
Jose Crnill de Piquerola
Zimmerman
Ilose
Fodaes
M. J. Ferrera
Leigh Wade
Tube
Solons Weigh Tenure Plan For Teachers In Special Session
A legislative committee appointed by Governor Kump study proposed job security and a retirement fund for teachers. The panel reports strong support among lawmakers, with roughly 20 of 25 responding favorably. Stakeholders discuss a fund enabling employment continuity and retirement provisions, details to be refined by experts.
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J. H. Hickman
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House
Miekman
Nave
Bengeen
Ana
Heathers
Satish Tory
Hickman
Aimee Sued For 400000 In Coast Temple Tempest
Vivian Denton former publicity agent for Angelus temple sues Aimee Semple McPherson for 400000 claiming slander and mental suffering after McPherson called her coarse and a liar. The suit cites insults during a public dispute involving Rheba Crawford Splivalo and Denton’s claims about Denton’s character and alleged poisoning episode. The case surfaces from February 1907 Los Angeles reports with Denton declaring McPherson responsible for damages.
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Los Angeles
Vivian Denton
Angelus Temple
Swat
Damakes Agar
Aimee Semple McPherson
Miss Denton
Temple
Saya
Surgeon frees man by cutting off arm under crane rescue
A Lowell surgeon performed a perilous operation 50 feet above ground to free John McCoy, 47, who was suspended two hours after a crane toppled. McCoy remained conscious as Dr. L. Gillmor Luna used a hacksaw to remove two inches of flesh below the shoulder, then an iron-cutting tool to retrieve him. The team faced zero cold and danger of pneumonia as the cab was freed with acetylene torches and emergency ropes.
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Lowell
Mass
Doc
McCos
Raymond C Downie
Lowell Gas and Electric Company
Melo
Luperagag
McCoy
Oman
Begin Tasker
Tong
Hong
Italo German FDR Aides Alliance Seen Discuss Taxes
The report notes a tentative U S tax and revenue program discussed by Italo and German liaison aides to Roosevelt. Bankhead said dismissal of congress by May 1 was possible while conferees suggested the New Deal finance plan may be ready soon. The discussion touched treasury and agriculture funding with estimates for farm needs and debt service.
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FDR
Af Lwashington
Bibedo
Rome
Eietratier
Rep Bankhead
Alabama
Min Roosevelt
Congress
Treasury
Gericulture
Margentinet
Beiant
Wayne C Taylor
Daniel W. Bell
Bridget Direcctor
Merman Olighant
Hank
Renerad
Kresdin
Aed
German Austrian talks continue in Florence
Fragmentary OCR notes describe discussions in Florence between Austrian and Italian diplomats. Ulrich Von Hassel, Germany’s ambassador to Italy, and Fulche Suvi Halian, under-secretary for foreign affairs, held a conference yesterday with unclear details and statements made today in Florence.
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Wiisow
Austran
Ulrich von Hassel
Germany
Italy
Bevin
Hassel
Fulche Suvi Halian
Fopesti
Flore
City Moves To Condemn Site For Bridge Project
Charleston officials initiate eminent domain actions to acquire land between Yue Wha and Kabawhie streets for the new bridge. Mayor Dawson cites a limited budget and engineering estimates suggesting under 5000 available, with state authorities reviewing the required papers and purchase terms.
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Charleston
Boone Dawin
Tie Hee South Sede
Tod Fig
Tod
Sresoc Mayer
Dawson
Colons
COP Fartrey
Enginere
Muayor
Sale of Discontinued Liquor Ordered by State Commission
The state liquor commission announced a March 1 sale of stock from 207 discontinued items. Chairman Homer Stephenson said the move clears shelf space for new stock, with about 20 percent of items discounted. Prices drop on brands being discontinued while some products see price increases under treaty-driven adjustments.
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Yester City
Osale
Homer Stephenson
New Bet
Phe Medineview
Stephenson
Bruno Seeks Visit From Bruno on Lindbergh Case
Trenton reports that Bruno Hauptmann requested permission to see Dr. Condon in prison as part of ongoing ransom exchange notes. The matter centers on whether Hauptmann can interview Condon at Lanedcar Begonia and other figures tied to the Lindbergh baby case.
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Richard Waupt
Iman
Jol
Hauptmann
Condon
Bun
Thantmany
Conte
Condan
Foean
Kim
Herling
Brine Toehart
Haantmann
Kimberting
Cams
Corian Cone
Haiutmann
Coe
Flemington
Cane
Komberting
Confession claims split defense in Hauptmann case
In Trenton on February 19, Bruno Hauptmann was resentenced to die in the electric chair during the week of March 30 for the Lindbergh baby kidnapping and murder. Attorney Samuel Leibowitz, saying Hauptmann lied but had accomplices, announced his withdrawal from the case and stated Hauptmann had pressured him into a confession through cross examination at the death house. Leibowitz claimed Hauptmann confessed to lying and trapped him with contradictions, while Lloyd Fisher maintained Hauptmann's innocence. The dramatic death house scene ended with Leibowitz urging Hauptmann to tell the truth as he and Fisher prepared to pursue further legal avenues.
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Hauptmann
Universal Service
Trenton
N. J
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Lindbergh
Samuel S. Leibowitz
Evalyn Walsh McLean
Washington
Hauptman
Hauptmann Widerstand
Lloyd Fisher
Leibowicz
Arano
Lebowitz
Liegd Fisher
Cnunsel
Sheary
Hauptmanns Death House
Fisher
Richard
Special Six Strike Halts Liggett Slayer Hunt in Minneapolis
A murder investigation in Minneapolis centers on Walter Linger’s killing with police tracking a gunman amid a special squad’s effort. Mrs. Liggett, widow of the editor, says an attempted driving-down incident occurred near January 200 at Cross Street. A separate Akron report notes a Goodyear rubber workers strike, two plant blockades, about 14,000 jobless, with leaders vowing to negotiate once calls are made.
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Minneapolis
Minnesota
Walter Linger
Mullen
Liggett
Ter
Othe
Akron
Goodsear Tire and Rubber Company
Weir Orminal
Ie United Rubberworkers’ Union
John Mouse
Goodyear
SU Dalrymple
United Rubberworkers of
Anteriva
Goodscar
Unis
Lepers Revolt Looms as Town Hall Seized in Crisis
A chaotic uprising by lepers in a provincial town led to the seizure of the Town Hall and near takeover of local authority. Police faced disruption as many women protesters joined the unrest, halting services and threatening to cut off food supply. The scene devolved into a tense standoff amid calls for order and relief.
British steamer Nova Scotian in distress near coast
A British passenger steamer Nova Scotian traveling from the Virgin Islands to New York sent an SOS night. The distress call was picked up by wireless operators near New York and coast guard aid was requested after the vessel reported a propeller failure and engine trouble. Reports indicated the ship was off the Florida coast and due into port soon with uncertain timing.
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New York
Nova Scotuy
Virgin
Coast Guard
Gessetanere
Florida
Employment Tide in State Rising Says Jarrett
Labor Commissioner Jarrett reports state employment improving with stock and glass factories operating and expected reopenings. He notes clerksburg plants closed by damper will reopen Monday, creating about 1200 jobs as weather improves and building activity resumes.
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Jarrett
Virginia
Tors
Deal
Woirlen Steel Company
Adamston Flat Glass Company
Reberts
Sture
Two Doctors Held In Mayhem Case
In San Francisco on February 19, Municipal Judge Sylvain J Lazarus ordered doctors Tilton E Tilman and Samuel G Boyd held for trial on a felony mayhem charge. The judge found probable offense after hearing arguments and set February 28 for the formal holding order as attorneys planned habeas corpus.
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Ann Cooper Hewitt
Stere
Koren
Sylvain J Lazarug
Lazarus
Villins
Tilton E. Tilman
Samuel G. Boyd
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