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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1934
Page
2
President Roosevelt returns to Washington after a two week cruise saying he had a marvelous rest. Reports on the Treasury and budget outlook show deficits, lower projected spending, and questions about tax receipts and emergency programs.
Generally fair tonight with slight cooling. Friday to bring fair skies and little temperature change, with a potential frost forecast in higher elevations.
The Senate voted 65 to 14 for higher inheritance taxes adding about 92 million dollars yearly to the treasury, lifting the measure toward nearly 490 million dollars total. The House awaited action and the White House signaled it would review the bill after Congress actions. The House Banking Committee also approved the McLeod bill to pay depositors in full up to 2,500 dollars in closed banks.
An explosion at a small fireworks factory outside Almeria Spain killed four people today. Emergency crews responded to the site amid chaotic scenes as investigators began work.
Samuel Insull Sr., held in a Turkish jail, was moved under guard from Istanbul to Smyrna to board the U S Exilona for voyage to the United States. Extradition formalities will occur aboard the steamer with Burton Berry, the American diplomat in Ankara.
April 12 AP report on 13 year old George Rogalski held for murder. He contends he deserves a couple of years for kidnapping little Dorette Zeitiow who died from exposure after being imprisoned in an attic. Prosecutors plan murder or manslaughter indictment. a sanity jury will decide.
In Berlin the new telephone directory shows the National Socialist party numbers occupying three columns, up from half a column in 1933. The change marks a notable rise in party presence reflected in a public utility.
The main southern party of the second Byrd Antarctic expedition returns to Little America after a 260 mile round trip led by Captain Alan Innerss Taylor. Dogs suffer frostbite while crew braves record cold with a 31 mile wind and brutal 75 below readings.
New York April 12 Three of four children with a rare disease show slight gains Benny Hendrick seven in Wilkes Barre Pa returns home after six weeks in hospital where doctors sought to halt a glandular disorder causing calcium overproduction Roma Garrett four at East View N Y rallies after a blood transfusion but doctors warn it buys only a brief extension Wille Mae Miller Memphis Tenn continues to play with dolls and is described as slightly improved while a biochemist treats her with a special liquid diet and x ray therapy continues
Reports from Milton Florida and Carbon Hill Alabama describe a car carrying three men, two believed to be Dillinger aides, sought by authorities after a reported run in Shreveport Louisiana. A driver identified as Homer Van Meter was said to be wounded and needing medical aid, with police stopping similar vehicles during a sweeping manhunt.
The League committee reported both nations are arming and seek peace over Leticia. Colombia demands sovereignty and timely League decision by June, while warning against any mandate prolongation and promising consequences if not resolved.
Judge Lewis says the people will always hold power under the Dixon short ballot plan. Maj. Frank Dixon campaign manager explains recall for governors and a nonautocratic governor, citing New York and Virginia examples and promising a streamlined, efficient government. Mixon to speak at Sopom rally with details of the plan.
Dothan police were alerted by a Birmingham DOJ report to watch for two men named John Hamilton and Fred Baker, described as Dillinger gang members. They reportedly ride in a 1934 Ford V-8 Sedan with a machine gun, accompanied by a third man. Alabama and Tennessee license plates are listed.
Heavy rains and hail accompanied by high winds swept parts of the region at night. Trees blown down near Taylor damaged frame buildings and blocked Geneva highway causing vehicle crashes. A cold snap followed with snow in several areas, Nash ville and Pitts burgh reporting sharp 20 to 26 degree drops.
Mrs Edna Riggs Crabtree draws large crowds in Dothan for a second Cooking School session. Attendees praise new recipes, menu planning tips and homemaking advice while asking questions and engaging with demonstrations of updated appliances and utensils.
Unidentified shooters fired on entering miners at Coal Valley shaft in Walker County, wounding two. About 50 to 75 shots scattered workers as other mines idle under federal injunctions. Officials cited a walkout by Coal Valley workers amid union disputes and wage fights.
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