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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1932
Page
5
The speaker at the ceremony urges urgent, creative statesmanship as education reshapes postwar America. He cites national goals, stresses political and economic reform, and calls for renewed public morals and a modernized schooling system to meet industrial society’s demands.
Collins voters face wage cuts as the City Council adopts a resolution cutting monthly pay by amounts up to 25 percent for some workers. The action, following earlier reductions, lowers overall city payroll costs and affects about 3993.50 dollars per employee in a phased effort to balance the budget. The measure was drafted by City Clerk Fred W. Stover and approved Friday.
A freak tornado ripped through Colorado Springs causing extensive damage to a west side residential area. One lineman from the city light and power department was electrocuted during repairs. A boy sustained injuries from a glass shard as the storm toppled garages, trees, and power lines. Meanwhile another cyclone near Clovis, New Mexico injured Ernest Langman and a three year old nephew, with property damage reported and nearby hotel narrowly spared.
The Democratic relief bill, valued at 300 million dollars, passed the Senate 72 to 8 with bi partisan support. It authorizes advances to states on population basis through the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, carrying President Hoover's backing despite critics.
Police consider Violet Sunny and Violet Sharpe may have controlled the 30000 dollar ransom for Dr. Fanny F. Couton. Deposits totaling 2600 dollars were traced to the women, with small transfers sent to England. Authorities reported no authenticated receipt of ransom funds from London or Newark.
In the National League Cincinnati loses to Philadelphia six to one, with specific lines showing Seron]gana for Cincinnati and Philadelphia leading five to one. Pittsburgh explodes for twelve runs to defeat New York six in the eighth. St Louis defeats Brooklyn twelve to twelve? Chicago beats Boston, final. In the American League New York falls to Cleveland three to four in the sixth, Philadelphia beats Detroit one to six, and Chicago tops? Final scores listed with limited legible data.
Local buyers report payments to farmers for arriving grain with prices listed for winter wheat rye and barley. The fragment notes Madet Milla Grain Prices and a Friday market reference, with uncertain spelling and dates.
Two Greeley national guard companies from 107th Infantry and regimental headquarters depart Saturday for a two week encampment at Golden. Captains Carlson and Irvin lead units. roster lists numerous officers and privates. Camp breaks after two weeks on June 23 with return of the two Greeley companies.
Pioneers of Union Colony gathered at Meret Presbyterian church in Oreeley for a reunion with 120 members and guests. The event featured remembrances of Blonderduye, photos by Greelay, and remarks by officers and guests, including Gipson and Patna. Recollections of early days and former residents sparked plans for the future.
A hail storm swept the Poudre Valley through Greeley with limited crop damage. Truck gardeners report minimal losses to crops while some tomato plants near Deigh and barley fields show hurt, but overall wheat and other staples suffered little. North of Greeley the storm caused minor damage to rail lines and bridges, with area-wide effects waning toward the Delta district. Continuous coverage noted as the storm moved south and east, with partial rescues and local adjustments ongoing.
Grable, county clerk for five and a half years, announces candidacy for reelection as county clerk and recorder of Weld County. He cites efficient reforms, reduced expenses, and a net office income of 11,763.43 in 1931, with continued cooperation to serve the public. Two dead and several injured in tanker explosion near Toronto.
Denver police filed charges against Lewin Schorf a manager at National Surety who allegedly diverted funds totaling about $2000 from the company. Schorf left Denver March 1 in a rented car. his wife and two children lack support as his whereabouts remain unknown while he reportedly admitted embezzlement and planned to retire to Denver to settle the shortage.
Commencement exercises at Colorado State Teachers College recognized 28 more bachelor degrees and 74 arts certificates than last year. Key awards went to Greeley residents and notable forensics and dramatics honors. The program featured the college orchestra and speeches by officials including Dr. Winfield Armentrout and Dr. Frank Jean.
A fresh suspect asserts an alibi in the Lindbergh baby case as police pursue connections between suspects in Bridgeport and New Rochelle. Reports describe alleged movements, autopsy notes, and ongoing inquiries tying a New Jersey suspect to the Morrow and Brinkert narratives while authorities reexamine timelines.
Ernest Brinkert a tailor operator was taken into custody in New Rochelle after a servant Sharpe drank poison. Police linked Brinkert to the kidnaping and an assault connected to the Dwight Morrow household. Details come from a police statement with further developments noted.
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