Nations League adjourns as Germany and Italy balk at Locarno
The League of Nations council adjourned indefinitely in London as Germany and Italy failed to accept the Locarno Rhineland accord. Britain France and Belgium had crafted the record, with Ribbentrop arriving from Berlin bearing Hitler’s likely negative reply. Negotiations for new European security arrangements to continue in Geneva amid sanctions and potential German rejection of parts of the accord.
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London
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Italy
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France
Belgium
Geneva
Losro
Joachim von Ribbentrop
Fahren
Adolf Hitler
Berlin
Hitler
Ribbentrup
Negro cook on trial in college murder
Roy Crittenton, a black cook, stands trial before seven men and five women for the killing of Mrs. Mary L. Ginder, 70, at Haverford College. He says he entered the dining room by mistake after being dismissed for drunkenness. The prosecution seeks the electric chair.
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Mudla
Roy Crittenton
Mary L. Cinder
Hogekeeper
Haverford College
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Crittenten
Tornado Ravages East Texas Ripping Through Tyler Area
A tornado cut a destructive path across eastern Texas from Chandler twelve miles west of Tyler to Longview and Kilgore. Damage nears one million dollars with uprooted trees torn hangars toppled planes and crops ruined at Longview airport and nearby fields.
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Tyler
Tex
Mar
Chandler
Longview
Kilgore
Kitzore
Four Die in Crash Near Nome on Norther Front
A military communique reports a crash during a takeoff on the Norther Bunispian front near Nome. The cause remains unconfirmed as four deaths are announced.
House Ways and Means Subcommittee Backs Tax Plan
Washington March 24 The House Ways and Means subcommittee drafting a tax bill agreed to recommend to the full committee a series of excise taxes on agricultural commodities designed to raise 221 000 000 in additional revenue The subcommittee which has been covering the new avenue program since March adjourned subject to call Chairman Samuel B Hill D Wash said the group report for the full committee would be completed within a day or two
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United Press
Washington
Mar
House Ways and Means
Samuel B. Hill
Washward
PARENT-BOARD FORUM FAILS TO WIN APPROVAL
A Junior High forum with parents and taxpayers failed to win PTA unit approval. Journal interviews show parents describing the gathering as silly and ridiculous with petty issues aired. PTA officers opposed the meeting and favored teacher participation instead.
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Hauptmanns Prison Colleague Loses Plea
In Trenton New Jersey on March 24 the pardons court ruled that a member of the Tri State gang must die for the 1934 murder of Camden Detective William Feitz. He is to be executed March 31 just before Hauptmann, the notable death house mate, is slated for the chair. The killer was convicted last April amid a quiet but determined defense and a deputy sheriff escort after sentencing.
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United Press
Trenton
N.J
Lea
New Jersey Court of Pardons
William Feitz
Camden I
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Philadelphia
Flood control bloc seeks big appropriation in congress
Eastern lawmakers urge immediate action on a sweeping flood control program. The group seeks up to 60 million dollars for reservoirs and projects across Pennsylvania New York and adjacent states, with a draft plan to appoint a special committee and rush legislation this session. The Guffey bills propose extensive reservoir reconstructions and flood works along the Allegheny Crooked Creek and Susquehanna basins.
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Washington
Mar
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Congress
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United States
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John N. Garner
Harrisburg
Joseph F. Guffey
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Loyal Hanna Creek
Mahoning Creek
Red Bank Creek
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Susquehanna River
Railroad Bridge Out Near Ridgway Area
A railroad bridge one mile east of Ridgway on the Renovo division has been declared unsafe due to flood damage. District trains run to Ridgway and return, with main lines open but lingering delays from high water.
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Renovo Division
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennylvania
WPA Worker Holding Ticket For Fortune
John WH Wilder a 50 year old WPA worker from Pottsville said he would quit his job after learning his Irish sweepstakes ticket had been drawn. He proclaimed he would take the money, with details continuing on another page.
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Willing to Undergo Questioning on Lindbergh Case
New Jersey investigator Con don agrees to new questioning about the Lindbergh kidnapping. Dr Condon vents anger at Hoffman and Hauptmann legal team attacks, offers to answer written questions in Bronx borough home. Hauptmann seeks a new appeal as court consideration looms with no expected action soon.
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Barold G. Hoffman
New Jersey
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Lukay
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Guy, Hoffman
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
United States
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Hoffman
Swiesrang
Hofman
Bronxborough
New York City
David T. Wuentz
Trenton
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Court of Patrons
Red Cross urged to boost flood relief quota in Corry
National Red Cross headquarters called on the Corry chapter to raise its flood relief quota from 500 dollars, aiming to double the amount with donations from local industry and plants. Contributions can be left at the Journal office and other local spots or mailed to Mrs. W. M. Houghton.
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One Killed in Tenn Tornado at Hotel Ambassador
A tornado and lightning strike at the Hotel Ambassador in Mempens Tenn caused the third floor to collapse. One man, B. B. Shelton of Dallas, Texas, was killed while two others Mrs Rose Larkin and Rosella Larkin were injured. Police noted additional cave-ins but no further injuries.
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Tenn. Muar
B. B. Shelton
Dallas
Tex
Rose Larkin
Rosella Larkin
Shelton
Larkins
Johnson Urges 3 Point Relief Program in Post Article
Philadelphia March 24. Johnson urges a three point relief plan to boost industrial development and reduce direct federal aid. The article notes the publisher drafted into Governor Sarle's administration and references his Saturday Evening Post piece.
Heavy Loss to Pa Roads Reported in Harrisburg
Harrisburg March 24. Plan damage to Pennsylvania highways was pegged at seven million dollars by Warren Van Dyke Secretary of Highways. Investigations from district offices indicate two million dollars would be needed to replace typical bridges and wedges damaged by flood waters all week.
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United Press
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Warren van Dyke
PUSH DRIVE ON BRAZIL "REDS" CRACKDOWN BEGINS
In Rio de Janeiro on March 24, Army and police with extraordinary powers under a three month state of war began a broad campaign to crush Communist and extremist activity. A presidential decree declared emergency powers necessary to curb the surge in extremism since last November’s revolt. The justice ministry said constitutional rights would be restored for the public as the state of war proceeds, while all national forces were urged to act against enemies of public order.
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United Press
Rio DE Janeiro
Ministry of Justice
Corry High School Music Program Promises Large Crowds
Talented Corry high school musicians present a two part concert at the Senior High tomorrow evening. Milas Bexerice Shaffer oversees the program featuring glee club, girls’ trio, piano, cornet and violin solos. Nominal admission funds help cover costs for Hill County Musical Contests at Erie Friday night.
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Glee Club
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Erie
Touhy Sentenced for 23 Years in Major Robbery Case
Tommy Touhy, convicted last night on 10 counts of robbery, was today sentenced to 23 years imprisonment.
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Tommy Touhy
Full WPA Resources Pledged for Pennsylvania Flood Relief
Washington reports full Works Progress Administration resources pledged to Pennsylvania Governor George H. Earle to repair flood damage and aid relief. After a Hopkins meeting, officials cut red tape, pledged no WPA layoffs, and anticipated millions in wages and state funds for fire hazard elimination and homeless relief. A conference of legislative leaders was planned for a special session to address the flood emergency.
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Washington
Works Progress Administration
George H. Earle
Pennsylvania
WPA
Harry L. Hopkins
Harle
Earle
Hoplina
Avis
Hartsburg
Pittsburgh
Probe Break-In At Milk Plant
Police investigate a night break-in at the Dairy Men’s League plant at 244 Mast Mall Street. Thieves smashed a window and entry doors to steal thirteen small kegs of cheese valued at 9.75 dollars. Only cheese was taken. investigation led by Chief Jom D. Flanigan and Officer Willem Swann with plant official Leo Mulierick.
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Dairymen's League
Mast Mall Street
Sens
Leo Mulierick
Jom D. Flanigan
Willem Swann
Fear of High Water Abandoned as Rain Eases Flood Fears
After last night’s rain and snow thaw, city officials say flood conditions are unlikely. Light rainfall kept surge minimal, with basements in low areas experiencing only typical spring ingress. WA workers continue street cleaning, focusing on side streets after central downtown areas were cleared.
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Dust storm moves toward Chicago from the west
A dust storm moved toward Chicago from the west reducing visibility in many areas. The wall of dust rose nearly two miles above ground while planes stayed aloft at about 9,000 feet. The storm was expected to reach full intensity in Chicago later today.
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Jamestown Rotary Inter-City Dinner Attended by Many Clubs
An inter-city Rotary dinner last evening in the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel Jamestown drew members from Corry Warren Salamanca Olean Westfield Buffalo Fredonia and Bradford Pa J J Demmond R Curry F A Loveland R B Dewey and E L Morrow attended the Jamestown club Rev Dr John G Fleck of Buffalo spoke on international peace The Rotary International seal plaques were distributed through Charles Saidwine.
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