Mystery witness to testify in stock market inquiry
Washington April 2 The Senate banking committee led by Chairman Norbeck revealed the identity of a surprise witness to appear tomorrow in the stock market inquiry. Representative LaGuardia of New York was identified as the figure the committee plans to call, while the timing and scope of the testimony remained under wraps as the panel pressed to uncover the truth behind the market affair.
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Norbeck
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Exchange in Toronto Short Sales Exchange in Toronto
Fragmented OCR text mentions exchange in Toronto and short sales. Notable names or clear events are unreadable. The readable parts suggest a discussion of trade or finance but lack coherent details or dates. The piece appears as garbled historical clipping with multiple broken words and misplaced letters.
Primaries Test Smith and Gov Frank in Two States
Massachusetts and Pennsylvania vote today as Smith faces Gov Frank in a key test for the Democrat ticket. Roosevelt's backers seek momentum with 112 delegates at stake, while Republicans eye Alaska contests as Democrats grapple with internal divisions and moving toward 1928 conventions.
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Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Smith
Gov. Frank
Capone Offer to Find Baby Met with Lindberghs Hesitation
Reports describe Capone offering to locate the Lindbergh baby and secure a ransom in the early stages. The Lindbergh family, represented by authorities, hesitated to engage Capone’s assistance and considered the implications of a gang leader handling the case.
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Capone
Lindberghs
Railway Merger Deliberations Face Interstate Commission
Fragmented text reports Wortington and Amt 2B presenting for a railway merger worth about ten billion Holes orth of Amelia rebands. The Interstate Commission hears divergent views as advisers comment. Four AWS of NrEnMent and surrounding factors appear under advisement with uncertain outcomes pending further scrutiny.
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Amelia
Cmd
Farmer-Labor Party and Jobless Outfit May Merge
A conference at Mabssiilion CIO chaired by A Stanley of Pittahargh discussed merging the Farmer-Labor Party with the Jobless outfit and other allied groups. Ray Morrey, national viedo chairman, warned that fusion could destroy the coalition as Communists might seize control if the merger succeeds.
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Pittahargh
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Lewis
Woonin’ Harvey
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Armalgamate
Ray Morrey
Council
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National Viedo
Jury Secures 10 Thy McKeown for Murder
Seattle April 25 A jury was chosen late today to hear imply murder charges against Albert G. McKeown Seattle dentist for the slaying of his mother Martha McKeown 80 of Muncie Indiana. Deputies Prosecutor Lenton said the case would show a long hatred rooted in her refusal to honor promissory notes.
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Albert Gi. Mikeown
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Mime
Veterans oppose $2.1 million bonus payment dispute in House
In Washington on April 25 organized manufacturers labeled the proposed bonus payment as an economic threat while veterans pressed for or against the $2,100,000 plan. James A. Emery defended opposition from the National Manufacturers Association, with Fred Reynolds representing Gulf Coast veterans. Continued on Page 2.
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Five Story School Burns in Idaho Fire Drill Mistake
Roise Idaho April 25 A five story brick school building Middleton about 20 miles west of here was destroyed by fire while 100 students were inside for a morning class. Students evacuated in orderly fashion as many did not realize the building was ablaze until outside.
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Here
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Fascists and Catholics May Unite to Control Prussia
Report from April 1945 notes National Socialists and Varfolk Contriat party gaining seats in Prussia’s 180-member parliament. Coalition talks push centrists to key posts as Nazi influence grows. authorities warn bringing Nazis into government could shift moderation. Continued on Page 3.
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API
Adolf Hitleya
Varfolk
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Prussia
Stranecat Singe
Diy Pennain
Argentina teachers and telephone workers threaten strike
Argentina faced a threatened strike by teachers students and telephone operators. The government ordered a 4 hour workday and salaries were paid with protests planned. April 29 was set for a protest action while operators pressed for a 44 hour week and re employment of all workers.
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Tenchera Airectorate
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Amateurs in Philadelphia Firemen Strike Over Club Rule
Pilindelpha April 28 Firefighters from the Lianerch volunteer department strike after enforcement of an old rule requiring membership in the fire hawani club. Firehouse closed, thirteen fighters muster at rear to tackle a grass fire as a watchboring company is called in to assist.
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Apri
Traverci
Suburbia
Fremont
Atria
Extortion plot ends in killing in Illinois
In Taylorville Illinois three men were shot dead after an extortion plot escalated into a gun battle and a 200 mile state police chase. Victims were Irto Labocer Vincenzo Manteller and Henry Allegrucer. The incident followed threats to extort $1000 from Arthur Ciowd in Langley near there.
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Irto Labocer
Vincenzo Manteller
Springfield
Henry Allegrucer
Langley
Moncey
Arthur Ciowd
Cinni
LaReecea
Maniteller
Tribute paid to Democrats at Charlottesville event
In Charlottesville Virginia Governor and officials from 24 states honored long time figures linked to Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe. Speakers praised Monroe at Ash Lawn noting his presidency and the founding of higher education. The report continues on another page.
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Dames Monrono
Thomas Jefferson
University of Vice Biniin
Monroe
Claude
Towers
New York
Plane Crash Kills Senator Schnitzler Northwest of Malta
J W Schnitzler a 49 year old Freid banker state senator and republican national committeeman and his pilot A L Hedberg 24 died when their plane crashed into a hillside northwest of Malta during a rainstorm early Sunday wreckage found later fifty miles from Malta authorities and notes indicate Schnitzler was planning reelection bid with the national committee member role hedberg had recently taken a pilot exam and unclear license status the crash occurred while flying to Narre for inspection of a filling station project
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J. W. Schnitzler
Freid
A. L. Hedberg
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Schuitaler
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Tedberg
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Schnitzler
State Central Committee
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Hedberg
Chris Malonay
Phillips County
Dodson
Ed Skroch
Roy Dillon
Skroch
Fire devastates Belews pharmacy in Livingston blaze
An April 25 Livingston report describes a strong wind fueling a basement fire at Belews pharmacy. The flames destroyed the pharmacy and nearby Woolworth's store along with stock. Wounded are reported and the update notes ongoing coverage on the continued page.
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Seven Hurt by Blast on Coast Guard Boat
In Yew London Connecticut on April 26 an explosion ripped through the engine room of Coast Guard patrol boat 00290 as it was talking on anct. Seven crewmen were wounded and the vessel torn in two. The commander and five crew members were hospitalized with two in critical condition. A gasoline-tank helper suffered minor injuries.
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Broadwater Broadwater Park Amusement Co Leases Broadwater
Alin A. Severs of Rootte secured a two year lease with option to renew for the Broadwater area west of the city. LUNA Park Amusement Co will operate as Laing Park after incorporation. Laura Tillman remains manager. Plans include Ferris wheel, carousel, rides, miniature railway, a midway with 22 concessions, and hotel expansion at the Broadwater for tourists.
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Natatorium
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Helena
GWES LIFE TO SPARE THAT OF HITCH-HIKER
Saturday night a hitchhiker stepped in front of a truck near Lamar. Driver Carl Gray swerved and hit the man, who died yesterday at age 18. The driver’s family and two girls, Lucille 14 and Annette Hardenbrook 12, survived with injuries but should recover.
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Lamar
Carl Gray
Gray
Lucille
Annette Hardenbrook
Wide Canadian west benefits from storm
Winnipeg reports the Canadian west emerging from a three year drought as rain showers sweep prairie farmland for a third straight day. Northern Saskatchewan enjoys rainfall, lifting farmer spirits and signaling relief across drought hit regions.
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Winnipeg
Man
Notthern
Nebraska Girl Killed by Chap Who Wants Hanging
Wridgepoet Neb April 45 (p) coset Muelcy died en route to Scotts Haff hospital last night after being struck at Bayard by an automobile driven by WHen HAM. He was held pending on the questomer. The girl was one of three invited for a ride. He backed the car from the curb and ran two down. Officers said VIN had been drinking. No charges in the death of Miss Mueller have been filed. Action will be determined when County Attorney Perry returns from Omaha.
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Neb
Garitte
Misa Mueller
C. G. Perry
Omaha
Leaders mourn sad death of Senator Schnitzler in Montana
A wide range of Montana leaders react to the sudden death of Senator John W. Schnitzler. J Dr. Senman calls him a loyal Republican and good citizen whose loss will be felt across the Northwest. W Callaway notes sorrow for friends and state, praising his integrity as banker, farmer, and legislator. C A Rasamasin, collector of internal revenue, also offers condolences on the bereavement.
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J. W. Schniteler
Republican Party
Montana
J. Dr. Senman
Miles City
Republican State Central Committee
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Redberg Attends College in Relena Havre April 25
Olson of Sweettracs arrived by auto from Field recounting plans to fly to the city with Senator J. W. Senniteler and Pilot A. la Wedhep but chose driving home. He noted Medberg studied aviation to California by 1930. Hedberg attended Intermountain Union College at Helena in 1927 and 1928. The victims were aboard a cabin plane bought two years ago at a Cleveland air show.
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Medberg
California
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Intermountain Union College
Helena
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Ohio
Native fears of communist unrest briefed in Amoy
Alarm swept Amoy China after sensational reports alleged local communists planned disorders as the red army under General Sun Liang Chen tightened coastal patrols. Investigation found no basis for the claims, but Chinese and foreign authorities increased precautions with marines landed from gun boats offshore.
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China
Red Army
Sun Liang- Chen
POWWOW AT GENEVA AWAITS DURING FRENCH ELECTIONS
Geneva April 26 The disarmament conference leaders decided not to publicize major political moves until after the French elections May 1 and 8. Acting as bureau they approved Ambassador Gibson's plan to adjourn general commission meetings for two weeks with possible earlier resumption if land air sea area boundaries are defined, a task expected to take time.
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Geneva
United States
Ambasaador Gibson
General Commission
Aea
American Recognition of Russia Gaining Ground
Washington says agitation for formal American recognition of Soviet Russia may reach the House as Majority Leader Rainey hints at debate. Chairman Linthicum plans talks with foreign affairs members on a Sabath Soviet recognition resolution. Senator Robinson supports recognition, aligning with Borah’s long advocated view. Rainey cites observations from Russia last summer as basis for his stance.
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Russia
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Oday
Rainey
Moscow
Trindla Democrat
Linthicum
Robinson
Arkatgas
Borah
Senate Foreign Value
Tlong Committee
Riasia
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Affairs of Mayor Walker Under Inquiry Again
New York April 25 The Hofnstadter Investigation began hearings into Mayor Walker affairs focusing on transportation Franchising of the Mquitabie Bus Co and ties to State Senator Hastings The permit covered Manhattan Queens and Brooklyn in 1927 but no certificate of convenience and necessity was issued as the Transit Commission did not extend it Delaney now says the issue was not personally his responsibility though he reported to the board of estimate in 1926 on financials.
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New York
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Walker
Tony H. Delaway
Boarrd of Transportation
Seabury
Unk
John A. Hastings
Mquitabie Bus Company
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Queens
Brooklyn
State Transit Commission
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Board of Estimate
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Fatal Plane Crash Near Norwalk Wisconsin
Norwalk Wisconsin April 25 Mrs William Sehefield of Brookfield was killed when an airplane in which she was a passenger crashed on a farm field. Her husband, also a passenger, was slightly injured but pilot William Adams suffered skull fractures and died later. The pilot, bound for La Crosse, Wis., apparently became confused by fox farmers raid.
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Brookfield
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Wiliam Adama
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Fox
Rebels in Nicaragua Defeated by Guards
Mannagua Nicaragua April 25 Three insurgents killed and several wounded as National Guard patrol moves to quell a band that killed two American Marines and a US Navy petty officer earlier in the week. Marines Lawrence C. Brunton Laurien T. Lovington and petty officer Finnlah Hf. Whitehead died in action. Patrol encountered about 190 insurgents Saturday.
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Nicaragua
Nicaraguan National Guard
United States Naval
Tout
Lawrence C. Brunton
Laurien T. Lovington
Finnlah Hf. Whitehead
Aakiviniah
Ocotul
Locust Plague Devours South Africa and Surrounding Regions
April dispatch reports vast locust swarms mowing through South Africa and neighboring areas. Billions of insects advance at about ten miles daily, stripping crops and gardens. authorities note limited success against the pests and fear further breeding. Farmers describe damage across districts as efforts to trap or shield fields fail against the relentless invasion.
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Union of South Africa
Africa
Sontte
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