Hauptmann faces potential new trial over indictment math
In Trenton New Jersey a five hour hearing before the court of errors and appeals focused on a legal flaw in the Hauptmann murder indictment. The state failed to specify the value of the sleeping suit taken from the Lindbergh infant. Defense argued this voids the felony under old statutes. Justice Heher questioned the argument as to logic.
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State Delays Personnel Plan for Three Months
Gov. H. G. Kump postponed the state personnel classification plan for three months due to the vast task of implementing a new budget system. He said the plan will define titles, qualifications, tenure and promotion for all state workers and aim to raise efficiency and morale. Uniform wage scales would be established within each classification under legislative authority, with a hoped readiness by July 1.
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House Minority Blocks Roosevelt Tax Bill Fight Over Gay Rule
The Republican minority blocks debate time on a 225 million deficit bill and a redistribution of wealth tax plan, forcing leaders to limit discussion to two hours. Democrats push the measure with provisions for national defense, public buildings, TVA, and veterans hospitals, while minority leaders threaten further obstruction.
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End of Housing Shortage Seen in Charleston Plan
A possible end to the Charleston housing shortage emerged last night with a proposal to build 150 homes by a yet unnamed corporation. FHA official J F Cruise said plans were presented for both inside and outside city lots and that loan approval would go to Washington. Loan requests total over 300000 for new homes.
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U. S. Promises Graft Probe Into Mitchell accusations
Washington June 20 The administration pledged a graft probe into Mitchells charges of corruption in the commerce department to be conducted by Asst. Atty. Gen. Keenan and extended as needed to reach a conclusion. Mitchell pressed senators with claims of lax Morro Castle inspection and outside influence on air bureau amid the Bell incident.
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American Adventuress Jailed on Bad Check Charge
Genevieve McKinney a 57 year old American adventuress with a long history of marriages to millionaires has been jailed in Cannel France for passing a bad check for 2000 francs to a Riviera dressmaker. She faces extradition to Switzerland and earlier California and New York charges include theft and perjury in high profile cases.
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Senate Delays Holt Seating Vote After Heated Debate
The Holt seating contest moves to a vote tomorrow after more than five hours of debate in the Senate. The case centers on whether Rush D. Holt meets the constitutional age requirement at the start of his term, with supporters arguing he is eligible after turning 30 yesterday.
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Girl Tap Dancer Falls to Death from Hotel Window
A woman named Tawnie Timmer aged 25 tap danced on a fifth floor hotel window sill and fell to the sidewalk in Chicago. Her boyfriend Richard Martin applauded as the act ended in tragedy. Authorities cited a hazardous habit that prompted residents to ask a previous occupant to leave.
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GOP Spokesmen Attack New Deal at West Virginia Rally
National figures led by Henry P. Fletcher railed against the New Deal in a June campaign rally marking the 72nd anniversary of West Virginia statehood. Senator Dickinson and others attacked recovery programs and NRA codes while criticizing federal spending and constitutional clashes. The event included entertainment and a roast before speeches at Rosemont Park.
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Marshall College Selects President Candidates To Hear Friday
The state board of education will elect a new Marshall College president in Huntington today after hearing all applicants and three finalists. Board chair W W Trent notes the process includes reviewing other candidates while accepting the resignation of Dr Morris F P Shawkey amid student protest and a potential strike that was canceled. Candidates named include Dr James E Allen of Davis and Elkins College, Dr W H S White of Shepherdstown State Teachers College, and Dr Otis G Wilson of Glenville State Teachers College, among others who have applied or been recommended.
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Guffey Bill Debated in House Subcommittee Hearing
The Guffey coal stabilization measure faced sharp questions before a Ways and Means subcommittee. Pocahontas Coal’s H R Hawthorn challenged the bill and the proponents claimed vast production support. Opponents including railroads manufacturers and Frick Coke argued against the measure as pages turn to continue the hearing.
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Two Huntington youths receive life terms in Indiana reformatory
In Jasper Indiana on June 20 two Huntington West Virginia youths Bascom Ray Jr 14 and Maurice Sheridan 17 pleaded guilty to kidnapping Dubois County Sheriff Ed Leugers after forcing him from the jail area and taking him in a stolen car. A posse later captured them after a gunfight in which Ray was slightly wounded. Judge John L Summer said Indiana law requires a life term for kidnapping and the boys declined counsel choosing to accept the punishment. The sheriff said he would take them to Pendleton reformatory the next day.
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FDR Approves Aid Projects Across New York Relief Plan
President Roosevelt approved more than 40 million dollars in New York relief projects and announced further RFC moves. Ickes denied any rift with Hopkins as progress authority Hopkins subscribed to the statement. The plan includes 45 percent grants from the relief fund and 55 percent borrowed via RFC proceeds.
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Roosevelt Tax Proposal Shakes Congress and Markets
President Roosevelt’s plan for higher taxes on large fortunes and new inheritance levies sparks confusion in Congress. Senate finance committee resists immediate action while extending nuisance taxes for one year. leaders debate timing and feasibility. Stock market shows mild reaction as debate over wealth sharing continues.
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Kidnap Plea Is Due Today in Waley Case
In Tacoma on June 20 the Waleys faced life prison terms for the George Weyer kidnapping after a 24 hour court delay. The couple, aiding in the Lindbergh law crime, received court-appointed counsel as pleas were delayed until 2 p.m. tomorrow for possible guilty answers.
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Lindbergh Builds Artificial Heart and Lungs at Rockefeller
Col Charles A Lindbergh and Dr Alexis Carrell announce in Science an artificial heart and lungs grown in glass chambers. The pump allegedly keeps organs alive after death, reviving hearts kidneys and glands with infection prevented. Details are withheld for now.
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New Row Brewing On Security Bill Debates
Washington reports a new dispute over the social security bill as Secretary Perkins notes 35 states plan old age pension systems within a year while the attorney general studies constitutional steps after enactment. The discussion follows a report that 20 states covering most industrial sectors may set up unemployment insurance schemes next year.
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Share-Wealth Tax Pitched as Painless Inheritance Plan
Hollywood readers are buzzing about a proposed share wealth tax described as painless since it applies after death. The idea envisions taxing inherited wealth without the living paying, triggering reactions across major papers and sparking debate over its political viability.
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