Lawyers for Thelma Todd Murder Probe Heads
Los Angeles dec 24 grand Jury Foreman George Rochester muttered too many peculiar circumstances here as the jury recessed after seeking murder clues in the strange death of Thelma Todd He declined to discuss further work He indicated witnesses and a former attorney for Miss Todd may have key information The inquiry centers on Todd's financial affairs and a party she attended shortly before her death with Mae Pitt and others and an escort who vanished reading page 27
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Soviet warns Japan and Germany of submarine surge
World briefing notes Soviet warning of a four fold increase in submarine and destroyer fleets targeting Japan and Germany. Vatican reports Pope’s fence of failures and war men. Amidst global tension a mix of events fills the Christmas route with political and social upheaval.
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Christmas in the Old World shadowed by fear of war
Amid Christmas observances in 1935, Europe faces anxiety as war threats loom. Ethiopia’s conflict remains the sole distant note of calm while Katuan troops in distant lands endure homesickness. Britain strengthens defenses amid Mediterranean concerns, and Soviet Russia declares seapower growth while signaling caution to Japan and Germany.
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Pope Pius Faces World Tension as Christmas Hope Fades
Pope Pius XII spoke of grave preoccupations and world conflict during a Christmas address to the new cardinals, lamenting stress engulfing nations from Russia to Germany. He urged a constructive Catholic response, emphasizing hope remains a duty, and defended modern progress within the church while condemning calls to abandon faith.
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Bonus Bill May Pass in Incoming Congress
Washington reports that Democratic leaders discuss revising a measure to gain administration acceptance. Speaker Byrnes indicates some leaders are reluctant to compromise while others seek a workable package. The outcome remains unclear as Congress nears adjournment.
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No Place to Go Prisoner Hopes to Stay in Cell
Joliot. Mee, Henry Lange faced Christmas in prison as a token gift of S10 and release prevented by warding. Lange refused a home, begged to stay, while Regan noted Lange would be reassigned to the prison honor farm after Christmas before potential re release.
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Deputy Rescues Starving Dog From Mountain Ledge
Deputy Stamley Robinson used a rope to swing 25 feet down a ledge to reach and pull to safety Ace the dog, a pet of Clifford McKride. The dog had been missing for days after accompanying Hubly McIllile’s son on a hike. hikers heard howls and rescued crews continued through the night until Ace was found hungry but alive.
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Weird divorce case claims dog washing in dish pan
In Cotimbia Tid Dec 24 07 nestimony in a divorce case featured the husband Carl Waris alleging his wife washed the family dog in the dish pan. He sought the decree absolved and the case hinged on a disputed separation.
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Electric Bethlehem star draws pilgrims to holy site
Bethlehem December 25. A bright star above the Church of the Nativity marks Christmas rites for thousands of pilgrims from many nations. Arabs, British officers, and Americans witness the moment Christ is said to have been born as candles illuminate the grotto. Bells, hymns, and carols resound through Judea as worshippers kneel at the manger site.
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Paul Bourget, Noted French Writer, Dies
The internationally known French novelist and academician Paul Bourget died this morning after a lengthy career in letters. His work influenced European literary circles and his name is tied to essays on psychology and society. He held famed positions and contributed to scholarly discourse across decades.
Christmas Spirit Replaces Fears in Helena
With Christmas approaching Helena residents embrace a world wide Yuletide celebration, dispelling recent fear from the city’s tremor fears and recalling the Bethlehem event nearly 2001 years ago. The piece notes Helena’s transformed mood as Christmas eve arrives despite recent seismic worry.
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No Threat of War in U S A
Christmas arrived with reverence and hope across the United States. President Roosevelt’s Christmas Eve radio broadcast united the nation in peace and joy as communities lit trees, exchanged gifts, and prayed for harmony amid a season free from war anxieties.
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Helena merchants praise holiday shoppers after quake delays
Helena residents and merchants report Christmas business well ahead of last year as the city recovers from recent quakes. Downtown lighting and Santa countdown boosted sales from Thanksgiving to December 10, with toys and apparel moving quickly and florists benefiting from festive orders.
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Ciagus Midget Weds Stevensville Girl in Missoula
Donald Ward longtime Ringling Brothers midget clown and recent Missoula film Santa became a husband tonight. The 42-inch performer, retired after an injury, wed Anna Balin of Stevensville. The ceremony took place at a friends’ home with Mayor Ralph Arnold officiating.
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Christmas in California Musings While Politicking Mixes In
Tollywood columnist Irvin S. Cobb notes California Christmas weather dampens holiday spirit yet lowers coal use. He jokes about Santa at Pali Beach, references Jim Bailey, suggests Republicans on Poverty Row deserve nothing, and ponders Washington crossing the Delaware with eggnog and may joke about Landon awaking to Hearst in his stocking.
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Five Dionne Quintuplets Dominate Christmas Fray
Callander Ontario December 24 reports the Manne quintuplets expected for Christmas in hospital bows. Their five older siblings Rose Teresa Pauline Ernest Haniel will join in the celebration receiving candies nuts and gifts while gifts pour in from across Canada and the United States. The weather outlook mentions Montana fair skies east and snow west with warming temperatures east of the divide.
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Flight of Lindy From Gangsters Arousing Wrath
The Lindberghs travel aboard the 5.5 American Importer freighter, hoping for asylum in England. Basil Harris cites no word from the vessel, while Col and Mrs Charles A Lindbergh are said to plan to hang their son’s stocking in the smoking room. The ship is one third of the way to England, voyaging through the Atlantic night as U.S. anger grows.
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White House Stocking for Roosevelt Granddaughter Sara
Washington December 24 a single stocking hangs on the president's fireplace tonight for Sara Roosevelt four as a slight cold keeps Buzzie Dall from the White House party. Eleanor, her mother and step father John Boettinger remain in New York for Christmas celebrations but hope to join Friday for the children's party Saturday with many young guests invited. Sara is the daughter of Mr and Mrs James Roosevelt who resided in the New York town house.
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Twenty Killed in Wreck in Germany Express Crash
Gross Heringen Germany December 14 Twenty persons were killed and thirty seriously injured tonight when an express train rammed a freight car at the station as a holiday crowd pushed aboard the local.
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Dispute on Neutrality Up in Senate Battle Looms
In Washington on December 24, senators debated neutrality law expansion. Senators Pope of Idaho and Clark of Missouri backed stricter controls to block belligerent ships from war materials, while Pope sought new presidential or board discretion. Borah, former chairman from Idaho, signaled likely clashes over the provisions.
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Suspect Taken Is Home In Kalispell
Kalispell officers took Arthur Carter into custody at his aunt’s home and planned to question him about possible involvement in the Shelby robbery slayings last week. Two officers and a bandit were killed in gun duels. Carter had a loaded revolver under his pillow and offered no resistance as local help was sought by Sheriff Maddock and other officials.
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Busby Berkeley jury discharged. retrial set for Jan 21
Los Angeles officials report the Busby Berkeley second degree order case jurors sent a unanimous verdict of reasonable doubt for acquittal after initial ballots. The court set January 21 for a retrial. Terkelos, the film dance director, allegedly intoxicated at the time of the incident that damaged two machines and injured three people.
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Claudette Colbert Weds Physician in Hollywood Ceremony
Claudette Colbert, screen star, married Dr. Joel J. Pressman in Los Angeles after a Hollywood judge presided at a ceremony witnessed by photographers. The couple left for Hollywood and Colbert had previously been divorced from Norman Foster six months earlier.
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