Warn Against Boosting U. S. Pension Aid
Washington June 6 AP A bipartisan drive in the house to ease federal aid for the aged met a Republican warning to proceed slowly. Rep Treadway warned the system may collapse if moves are rushed. Debates covered higher maximums, matching requirements, and alternate funding plans among Ways and Means members. The amendments would also broaden pension coverage to maritime workers and some bank employees.
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Representative Fish
R-Ny
California
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R-Tenn
Representative Colmer
D-Miss
Doughton
D-Nc
Townsend
Baldwin Re-Elected President In Missouri Pacific Review
In Cleveland on June 6 AP report states Missouri Pacific Railroad Co directors re-elected President L W Baldwin chairman J B Pyeatt and all other officers as announced by secretary-treasurer William Wryer.
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Cleveland
Missouri Pacific Railroad Co
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William Wryer
KruGon Delivers Breakthrough Health Claims
Mr. Fred Locke of Parsons Kansas reports dramatic relief from decade long constipation indigestion and sleep disruption after using KruGon. He credits improved energy and vitality to the remedy and notes Brandenberger Drug Co sells KruGon at 130 E High St and other local druggists.
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KruGon
Fred Locke
Gabral Ave
Parsons
Kansas
Brandenberger Drug Co
E. High St
Kirksville Names Mal Biken to Two Posts in A D Change
Kirksville Mo June 6 AP Earl G Bud Svendsen resigns as athletic director and football coach at Kirksville Teachers College to pursue a masters at the University of Minnesota and play for the Green Bay Packers Mal Biken former Minnesota star and Kirksville basketball coach is named to both posts and E J Markel of Fort Madison IA will be assistant coach Svendsen and Eiken arrived last June to replace Wells and Faurot Faurot now coaches at Parsons Ia Ryle says Svendsen attempted to resign last April but withdrew then it was accepted on recent submission
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Bud) Svendsen
Kirksville Teachers College
University of Minnesota
Green Bay Packers
Walter Ryle
Mal Biken
Minnesota
E. J
Eddie) Markel
Iowa State Penitentiary
Fort Madison
Svendsen
Eiken
George Wells
Fritz Faurot
Faurot
Parsons
Iowa
Ryle
Catholics to Meet Bishop in Omaha
Between 100 and 150 Catholic laymen and clergy were preparing to go to Omaha to meet Rt. Rev. Edwin V. O'Hara, newly appointed bishop of the Kansas City diocese. He travels from Great Falls, Mont., for installation services Thursday. He arrives in Omaha about 7 am tomorrow to be greeted by western Missouri Catholics. An informal reception at Union Station will follow. Tomorrow night he will meet with diocesan councilors who have led the diocese since Bishop Lillis's death last December. The installation mass is scheduled for 10 am Thursday.
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Thomas F. Lillis
Youth Kills Brother Cousin and Self in Drug Fueled Tragedy
Witnesses recount a chaotic scene at a home where Homer fired a fatal shot and then killed himself after threatening the girl involved. Sheriff Lowe indicated likely no inquest. The report notes broader context about regional energy and a 1938 wheat-price stabilization payment to farmers.
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Hortencia
Homer
Patagonia
Lowe
Three Members of Drug Ring Sentenced af K
Donnici Nigro and Meehan were convicted for narcotics distribution with a Midwest network and international links. Donnici claimed a second offense and received four years. Judge Reeves condemned the narcotics trade, noting ethnic bias and pled for severe penalties. All three are jailed without bond awaiting further government action.
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Nigro
Meehan
Donnici
Nigra
Slum Clearance Plan Defended and Attacked in Senate Debate
Washington June 8 AP The Senate debated the government slum clearance program amid denunciation and defense as it considered boosting the U S Housing Authority borrowing power from 800 million to 1 6 billion dollars. Senator Tydings labeled it state socialism while Senator Ellender defended the plan noting cities pay at least 10 percent and a rent subsidy could cut rents by about 50 percent for the needy.
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Senate
United States Housing Authority
Tydings
D-Md
Ellender
D-La
House Banishes Tate and Passes 3.2 Beer Bill
Lawmakers back the measure 98 to 9 after debates about locating the agency with other state departments. Taylor said he will seek an 11 a.m. override motion to counter Gov. Stark’s veto on the county school superintendent pay hike requiring 100 votes.
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Will Rogers Statue Unveiled in Washington Hall of Fame
Will Rogers, Oklahoma humorist and philosopher, was honored with a bronze statue in the Capitol’s Statuary Hall. The ceremony drew 2,000 attendees including family, officials, and Oklahoma delegates. Rogers, part Cherokee, was praised as an unofficial ambassador of good will and a unifying figure beyond politicians.
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Chelsea
Okla
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Bill
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Paula Lowe
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Barkley
D-Ky
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Luther Harrison
Oklahoma City
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RFC
Good Will
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Young Flier Bound for Mars Lands at Sea
Camden June 6 AP Charles Kulp lawyer for Edward Walz owner of the airplane used by Cheston L. Eshelman said he secured a warrant for Eshelman’s arrest on a larceny charge. The Civil Aeronautics Authority will pursue the arrest. An airport inspector cited possible four CA A violations that could total fines and permanent revocation of flying privileges.
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Plan Convention of Packing House Men
CHICAGO June 6 AP The Packing House Workers Organizing Committee announced plans for a national conference in Chicago July 17 devoted to the CIO union's drive to organize the Armour Cudahy Swift and Wilson companies. Henry Johnson assistant national director said If in the judgment of the delegates a national strike is the only recourse.
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Henry Johnson
Move for More Power to Jim Pendergast Opposed
The federal grand jury investigating racketeering gambling and tax fraud resumes after a recess. Tom Pendergast, Democratic boss, is ill in Leavenworth prison hospital awaiting possible transfer to Springfield after 30 days. Lester L. Jordan, head of Sanitary Service Company tied to Pendergast interests, had perjury charges dismissed after cooperation.
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Cuba Refuses Refuge for Jewish Refugees Again
The St Louis carrying 907 Jewish refugees denied entry by Cuba turned toward Europe after radio contact with Florida stations. Berenson offered a $200,000 Cuban deposit and $203,000 from New York Jewish aid groups, but Cuba refused. The Flandre and Orduna, with 98 and 154 aboard, were also rejected, seeking entry to Mexico or Panama.
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Orduna
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Tropical Radio Tonight
Germany
Such a strike will be prepared for at once
A terse dispatch notes that the strike will be prepared for immediately, signaling urgent action by the involved group. No other context or names are provided in the readable fragment.
King George and Queen Elizabeth Visit Windsor Tour
King George and Queen Elizabeth arrived in Windsor Ontario as part of a Canadian tour drawing about 250 000 spectators along a five mile royal route from Toronto to the Detroit river. The pair endured a grueling day with crowds cheering they faced a elbow injury from a sudden halt at Stratford while security remained tight and Windsor Detroit officials welcomed them with a 21 gun salute.
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Detroit
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Richard W. Reading
Sean Russell
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St. Marys
Weatherman Warns of Heat For King George Visit
Washington faces a hot humid day ahead as the weatherman foresees high temperatures near 92 degrees and a chance of afternoon thunderstorm. Royal procession watchers brace for sweltering heat and formal attire while garden party plans risk disruption by storms.
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Washington
George VI
Queen Elizabeth
Lady Lindsay
Rain or shine at royal visit amid shelter plans
The party will continue despite weather forecasts as the circus shelters are prepared for emergencies. Lady Lindsay notes the plan, while raincoats are suggested as suitable attire. Secretary Hull and a committee await the king and queen at Niagara Falls before joining the royal guests to Washington tonight.
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Washington
Liquor Proposal Defeated in Likeason Special Election
Likeaston Missouri voters reject liquor by the drink in a special local option election. Church leaders and business men led opposition. final tally 839 to 144.
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Likeston
Questions on 1940 Roosevelt Parley Delayed Trip
President Roosevelt delayed his planned coastward trip pending legislative actions. He said relief and excise tax bills must pass by June 30 to avoid gaps in revenue and relief administration, and if passed, the trip could occur in early July if Congress remains in session. House leaders expected votes next week.
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House
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