Louisiana's Long eyed for possible inquiry into slaying
Washington debate centers on Huey Long’s death and a potential congressional inquiry. Rep. Fenetty and others floated investigations into who instigated the attempted murder as public interest swelled. Long’s rhetoric and influence sparked speculation about his political reach beyond presidents and cabinet targets, with supporters and opponents weighing the impact on November politics.
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Huey Long Career Highlights From Birth To Political Rise
Highlights trace Huey Long born Aug 30 1893 on a Winnfield Louisiana farm. He leaves school at 16 to sell appliances then clears a shooting accusation at 19. Long marries Rose McConnell at 20, studies law, joins public service panel, and builds a career ending with Senate election and support for Roosevelt.
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Death Of Huey Long Likely Prelude To Fight For Power
Huey Long’s death leaves Louisiana politics without a clear leader and sparks factional jockeying. Gov. O K Allen and six Long aides confront possible power shifts as anti Long forces mobilize. The assassin’s strike and Long’s impending funeral unsettle a machine that dominated state politics for years.
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Upstate Publisher Accused of Frauds Posts $2,000 Bond
Winchester Tennessee sheriff reports J D Pierce a 52 year old Huntsville Alabama publisher charged with obtaining money under false pretenses in connection with advertising sales for special TVA editions. Pierce posted a $2,000 bond after his arrest and awaits a preliminary hearing September 16.
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Assassin Buried After Senator Slaying Funeral Serves Mourning
Thousands gathered from all walks of life as the assassin of a senator was buried in a funeral at a mortuary, St Joseph church, and the cemetery. Six physicians served as pallbearers while Kiwanis and Young Businessmen’s clubs sent wreaths. Attending were former Gov John M Parker and U S Rep J Sanderson among others. The widow fainted as the priest and family faced the tragedy with quiet statements about motives and the unanswered questions surrounding the case. The slain physician’s parents offered no explanation for the shooting, emphasizing that the motive remains unknown and a mystery between the killer and his maker.
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