26 Mar 1937
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Newspaper
Del Rio Evening News
Location
Del Rio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1937
Page
1
Compilation of opinions on political economy from various schools. A column questions prison reform as business and reflects on Edward the Confessor. Parliament funded him last year, not this year. A smart writer notes success requires work planning. Lieutenant Hogeon, noted Spanish-American hero, is recalled amid controversy over mob influence and a tragic youth.
A collage of observations on parking woes and the Supreme Court debate alongside opinions from District Attorney Blanwell and judge politicians. The text cites Layes’s murder case and quotes figures like Nicholas Murray Butler and Senator Walter F. George on neutrality and judiciary power.
A three day Texas A&M led session forecasts ranch labor demand as 25 percent of cedar and 50 percent of prickly pear may move from 21 Edwards Plateau counties under the Soil Conservation Act. Officials said 173 counties will participate with 45 to 60 days for ranch appraisal before government work starts. Inspectors will be paid five dollars daily plus mileage, and landowners cover inspection costs. Banks have offered advance funds, and the program may include dirt tanks and other range improvements.
In Washington Senator Borah proposed a new joint resolution to amend the Constitution to empower federal regulation of child labor for under 14 year olds, setting 18 as the federal oversight limit. The measure awaits ratification by states after 13 years. In Valencia Spain aerial scouts reported a sudden disappearance of Italian troops on the Guadalajara front with no trace of the units.
Washington March 26 The Senate appropriated 5000 more dollars for ongoing wool marketing practices investigation. Prior appropriations totaled 13500 and Chairman Adams Democrat of Colorado had requested an additional 10000.
March 26 Austin report says the Military court investigating the New London Consolidated School tragedy urged creation of a state agency to supervise public buildings and heating and lighting installations. The panel backed periodic inspections and enforcement powers with forthcoming details to follow.
A plane at the Tateyama air corps base burst into flames today, severely burning twelve airmen as the aircraft was destroyed. The incident occurred on March 26 at the Tateyama facility, details pending official investigation.
Reports from multiple towns dated March 26 describe odd incidents a body found near a cemetery in Hamilton Indiana a man sentenced for shooting his wife in Evansville and a Idaho duo burned by a spring blizzard while coffee drenched them. A Missouri dog mascot helps firefighters and a birthday party in Kansas features a selective guest list.
Raster shopping pushed retail sales to the year’s peak in New York, per the Dan and Brad Street Review. Separately, Groy ner Allred vetoed an enabling act bill to empower the pardon board with monthly discretion over prison property spending. A Washington note urged blocking Judge Williams’s federal circuit court appointment due to retirement plans. Kilgore reports a nationwide prayer period for New London victims from 3 to 3:30.
Brackett Negro Hatley had motion for a new trial overruled by Judge Brian Montague in district court. Hatley was convicted of murder and sentenced to three years in the penitentiary. His attorney gave notice of appeal to the Court of Criminal Appeals in Austin. The Brackettville district term nears completion with seven criminal cases heard and convictions reached.
Detroit March 26 Client Judge Campbell issued an eviction injunction ordering Chrysler strikers from plants. He said the voluntary evacuation by strikers removes the need for further action unless requested by the companys attorneys. Meetings between John Lo Lewis and Walter P Chrysler continued.
Fire Chief Frank Sehmidt announced that Governor James W Allred designated the week of April 4 to April 11 as Clean Up Week. He said the aim is to reduce fire hazards protect community health improve home life foster ownership pride raise property values and beautify the city.
In the House of Commons David Lloyd George denounced Britain’s stance toward Italy’s actions in Spain and Ethiopia. He argued for a tougher line and warned against avoiding a break with Mussolini. Critics urged firmer action and even blockade threats to deter Italian moves.
Associated Press reports rain sleet and hail dispelling dust storms across Texas. Dallas recorded 34 with hail after a thunder shower while Fort Worth had 35 with sleet and drizzle. San Antonio saw rain and East Texas noted scattered showers.
Pittsburgh eyewitnesses recount a midair disaster as the palatial TWA Kiider plunged into a valley near the airport. Investigators cite wing ice as the probable cause. three crew members and ten passengers died.
District Court will open in Eau Pass on Monday with a light docket reported. Cowt attaches including Jude Brian Montague District Attorney Julian LaCrosse and Mrs Belle Sutherland court reporter will leave Del Rio Monday morning for Eagle Pass.
Safford Arizona March 26 Five hundred persons searched today for Robert M Miller the Safford Boy Scout executive who authorities said had been kidnapped in situ or slain He has been missing since Wednesday as the search continues with volunteers and police probing leads
Mrs George Brooke left Del Rio for Corpus Christi to attend the funeral services for John Traywick 24 who was killed in an oil-well accident seven miles west of Corpus Christi. Jock Duncan also died in the same incident.
The Del Rio area reports mostly cloudy skies tonight with cooler conditions. Yesterday's high reached 81 degrees and there is a low around 47 degrees this morning.
Clondy with occasional rains in the South tonight and Saturday, colder in the South and East to wny freezing temperatures North.
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