23 Jan 1935
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Newspaper
Del Rio Evening News
Location
Del Rio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1935
Page
1
A partisan column questions spending, political loyalty and public funds tied to Quemado school legislation and Prickly Pear project talk. It notes shifting tax receipts, heroics of officials, and calls for accountability amid rumors of money and race track influence.
An opinion piece contrasts democratic inaugurations with Old World ceremony, mocking the pomp around sworn oaths. It notes inclusivity in attendance and the governor’s rise from a newsboy to leadership, highlighting Texas ties and populist appeal.
Quote from J. J. Taylor of Dallas notes that while machinery reduces the 12 hour day both on farms and in factories profit after payroll remains essential. Washington era costs rose as hours shortened, yet the immovable factor remains profit from operation.
Severe floods and record rainfall raked the Pacific Northwest, blocking roads and marooning hundreds of people. The storms caused extensive property damage with at least seven deaths reported over several days as the Northwest endured ongoing weather.
Four machine gun bandits robbed a United States mail truck in Fall River Massachusetts stealing mail containing about 129000 dollars in bank notes and silver. Police investigated and pursued leads as authorities sought the suspects.
An earthquake measuring enough to wake light sleepers shook the southwest section of the Los Angeles metropolitan area at 1 19 a m today. Police reports say no damage was reported.
Washington January 23. The House approved a liberalized gag rule governing debate on the 4.88 billion dollar Public Works bill. The measure changes floor procedures to speed passage of the spending package amid ongoing infrastructure discussions.
Lyle S. Almond reports questions about a legislature action sent to Governor Allred. If signed, the measure waives penalties and reduces interest on delinquent taxes up to August 1, 1934 with payment deadlines in 1935. Rates drop to 3 4 and 5 percent before set dates. After July 1, 1935 penalties rise to 8 percent and interest to 6 percent until paid.
A chimney fire at a rental on Academy Street in Del Rio caused only smoke damage. Firefighters responded for a second time in 12 hours. Chief Harry Arfman said soot damage was confined to the chimney and not covered by general insurance policies.
San Francisco date line reports the Japanese freighter Hokuman Maru with a heavy starboard list was sinking in the North Pacific. The American mail liner President Jackson rescued all 45 crew members, preserving lives in rough seas.
Washington January 23. Oklahoma Congressman P. L. Gassaway, a 50-year-old calf roping record holder, beers at golf and tennis but boasts he excels at calf roping. He blends rodeo tales with office life, noting his past as a district judge and his ranching with thoroughbred horses and Red Cross boxing tours.
Judge Rennett Alfred, brother of Texas Governor Allred, was gravely ill with suspected pneumonia in Tyler. In Gainesville, Police Officer Charles Tune died from an accidental gunshot in a grocery store when Hermon Bailey’s revolver discharged. Eight of nine Governor Allred housing bills passed in Austin, expanding loan options and enabling investments in National Housing Act backed debts.
A new cold wave from the North sweeps the Mid West and Rocky Mountains with states reporting record lows including 42 below zero at Hibbing Minnesota. Montana faces another cold advance linked to three deaths from last week’s storm while Mississippi flood waters in Take, Tunica and Quitman Counties reach 15 to 20 feet, displacing hundreds and risking more lives.
Pedro Guevara, resident commissioner of the Philippines, told the House that Japan is seen as the real menace to Philippine independence. He urged an American protectorate, noting Tokyo’s warning to Filipinos to please Japan for “independence like Manchuria” and warning that Japanese industry could wipe out the American textile trade in the islands.
Approximately 300 Civilian Conservation Corps members halted in Del Rio on a long journey from Indiana to California. In khaki uniforms they strolled Main Street for 30 minutes, many teens, and exited their eight coach train to stretch before continuing toward Fresno for winter stationed work.
San Angelo notes the winter cold brought the worst weather of the season with 12 degree lows yet livestock losses were light. Losses were mainly among sheep but cattle and goats benefited from early protection and extended feeding.
R H Chalk county enumerator for the farm and ranch census will likely finish his Val Verde County work within the next week. He is one of several enumerators covering 27 counties in the district. The census collects livestock totals acreage population produce and land under cultivation with strict confidence for all owner responses.
Del Rio residents will vote on repealing Section 23a to remove a five member water board and on extending city territorial limits as separate propositions. Walter A. Koons advised the admin that the limits issue should appear only if tied to the water board repeal election.
Marvin Wooten of Seminole County introduced a bill in Oklahoma's Legislature proposing life imprisonment for anyone joining a nudist colony. He spoke on an unusually cold day, claiming no one would be nudist in such weather and aiming to prevent such groups from forming.
Ambition of Clyde Stevens to imitate John Dillinger by freeing convicts and leading crime sprees failed when he was captured hours after smuggling guns to four San Quentin inmates for a break attempt in Cal. prison. one man died and others were recaptured. Stevens, a paroled convict, is shown fed and handcuffed returning to prison.
Government wood expert Arthur J. Koehler testified that the ladder from the Lindbergh kidnapping case originated from Bruno Richard Hauptmann's home. He linked wood, nails, and a paper fragment to Hauptmann’s property, while the defense challenged Koehler's qualifications as a wood expert amid a tense trial phase.
State supervisor Miss Elna Lind reports Del Rio as headquarters for a thriving San Felipe High School adult education program. She oversees 193 teachers across 43 counties with about 5 000 pupils and six Del Rio instructors offering evening classes. The New Deal extension pushes programs to June first with open enrollment for ages 16 up regardless of relief status.
In Austin the House appropriations committee, by one vote, reported unfavorably on Rep Stanford Payne of Del Rio's bill to allocate 8500 for Quemada Valley school aid between Del Rio and Eagle Pass. Payne plans to seek reconsideration or a minority report.
A House resolution introduces an inquiry into state permanent school fund money invested in refunding bonds. Five members appointed by the speaker would conduct the investigation led by Representative Alfred Petsch of Fredericksburg.
Evidence in the Ramon Alagos murder trial in District Court since Monday was completed at noon Wednesday. Judge Brian Montague’s jury charge and attorney arguments were expected to fill the afternoon, with a verdict likely later in the day. The trial, begun Monday, has slowed due to interpreter needs for many witnesses, and the crowded courtroom saw Sheriff Steinmetz restore order at times. Jurors include Belcher, Draper, Salvatierra, Calderon, Cauthorn, Jarrett, Dudney, Baker, Taylor, McFarland, Gordon, and Rodriguez.
Partly cloudy tonight and Thursday with warmer conditions. Maximum yesterday was 65 and minimum 19 with today's morning low at 31.
The forecast calls for a warmer night in the western region with Thursday becoming partly cloudy and warmer. Temperatures are expected to rise modestly as a high pressure settles in.
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