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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1934
Page
1
Chicago jury hears muddled identifications as state pursues racketeering charges alleging vast wealth siphoned from lawful trades. A key witness describes violent acts and arming threats, while defense challenges identify who is who among principal defendants.
Poland and Germany sign a peace pact amid a tense European biathlon scene. The agreement marks a notable diplomatic step as both nations pursue stability, with officials emphasizing broader regional security and cooperation.
A digest of world and domestic items includes Senate treasury role debates in Washington, Farley support for Johnson, Tucson Dillinger group activity in hearings, a 40 000 member Hotel and Restaurant Workers strike in New York, Reese labor contract moves in Washington, Koeter Tuohy gang links in Chicago, proposed punitive taxes on industries, foreign diplomacy with Poland Germany and a 20 year nonaggression pact, and hydroplate readiness amid potential Abyssinia developments.
New York officials led by the LaGuardia administration raid a Brooklyn Democratic club and indicted three men on extortion charges against newsstand operators. The probe linked Tamany Hall with prison officials and racketeers. District Attorney Dove rejected tangible evidence against officials while investigations spanned markets and police departments.
Tucnon Arizona January 26. John Ding er and his outlaw gang reported tonight to be active in a fight against ostendition to the Mike West where attamty of munter, robbery and other charges await them. Attorney Van Thuskirg announced habeas corpus writs but petitions not filed by hour for court clerk. They were arraigned before a steve of the pence.
Washington report notes the possibility that President Roosevelt may intervene in a growing air scandal. The article mentions use of executive authority to abrogate contracts in dispute and references a Senate inquiry into the matter.
Rumor spreads that Samuel Tonsil, connected to OAM Insull M, ordered a hydroplane belt for a possible flight to Abyssinia. Details unclear in the Athens Inn report dated the 26th, suggesting a refuge plan amid unsettled conditions.
The attorney general rules bars selling liquor by the drink violate state law and may face action. He advises peace officers to report violations to the state board of equalization, which may revoke licenses and pursue unlawful sale prosecutions. The opinion was written at the request of Jere Murphy, a Butte police official.
A Prussian decree expels American attorney Gallagher describing him as an undesirable alien. He represents the family of George Dinthroff, linked to a notable case as Prussia rejects his residence and practice.
Washington January 26 Direct blow near Mrs Roosevelt project to halt federal spending. House debates a post office appropriation bill tracking Reedaville factory funding and job impact while noting Lady Roosevelt’s influence and local plant connections.
In New York city a proposed hotel strike by Amalgamated Hotel and Westaurant Workers fell flat with little staff walkouts at major hotels including Plaza and Waldorf. Union claims were denied by managements, and no large disorder occurred as few workers joined the action.
Mrs Kitty Owen Meeker Meeker, daughter of William Bryan, recently divorced, now lives in a Greenwill Village apartment with her three children.
Milwaukee Senator Walter Polakowakd accuses the legislature of being a kindergarten, says 400 amendments have been offered since December 11, and that by January 26 lawmakers are no closer to action, calling the body a nationwide laughing stock.
In Vicago on January 26 Dr Clinton of the Monte province council of state superintendents of Protestant denominations deplored competition among churches. He urged unity and warned that stern economic pressure threatens Christian spirit, noting cooperation is growing yet denominational strife persists.
A collision between British trawlers Sahik and Muthandui near Dyrn- Nord Kocny sank twelve seamen. Only two survivors were rescued after leaping onto the deck of the Muthandui.
Washington dispatch notes Democratic National Committee leaders hinting at sympathetic cooperation with independent Republicans who aided Roosevelt. Chairman Farley indicated expectation that Senator William Johnson of California would be re elected, but offered no firm pledges. The tone suggested Democrats may ease pressure for independents heading to the primaries this year if cooperation continues.
Walter Magee, the banker and owner of Commercial State Bank, pledged to act as contact man for the Bremer kidnapping gang but said the family would not cooperate with police. Edward G. Bremer remains missing after ten days as authorities push for information. In Romania, a police seizure on a highway raised fears of an attempted assassination of Prime Minister George Aresen, later described as a mistake by officials.
Washington reports a Senate dispute over silver certificate inflation prompts a proposed Roosevelt dollar devaluation bill. Senator Wheeler seeks treasury instruction to buy 60 million ounces of silver monthly and issue certificates backed by the metal. The plan faces votes as the chamber approves a sale of 2 billion dollar stockpile and sets a three year timeline for the bill’s effectiveness.
Washington reports the Civil Works administration will bar individuals holding or seeking public office from its payrolls. Army officers will serve as civ il works administrators in major cities while loans of officers are arranged. Carry L. Hopkins said several cities requested army engineers to staff posts, despite concerns of graft in some areas and political efforts to control the agency. The administration approved allotments totaling 13,000,000 dollars.
Washington news reports the House Agriculture Committee closing hearings on the Jones bill to cut farm commodity controls under the Agricultural Adjustment Act. Western cattlemen confer with agricultural department officials to determine best aid methods and plan a meeting Monday to finalize progress.
Washington January 26. A statement that the economy act was driving Spanish American War veterans to death by own action was made before a senate appropriation sub-committee today along with a recommendation that it be amended to make it unnecessary for these men to prove their disabilities were of service origin.
John Factor testified in Chicago that he was kidnapped for 12 days last July by men led by Roger Touhy and others. He identified Albert Kator Gustave Schaefer and Touhy, describing beatings, threats, ransom demands of 200000, and a note to Mrs Factor urging payment attempts.
A fragmented report describes pigeons returning to nests while mentioning travel between Fort Worth and Arie zone. It references Carter selling Roosevelt tickets and various stateside bustle, with notes on lawmen and bootlegger activity across Texas and nearby states.
Washington January 26 Taxes aimed at France and other nations with discriminatory levies on Americans were drafted by the house ways and means committee. The plan would empower the president to raise by as much as 30 per cent taxes on foreigners whose governments tax Americans, while an internal revenue duty on coconut and sesame oils was approved. A compromise provision would grant American interests abroad a credit equal to a portion of taxes paid to foreign governments on their income taxes.
Democrats on a House committee urged the White House to specify patronage complaints as they pressed aides for action. The group, led by Representative Lealer, met with President to hear that he hoped their organization would continue to function. Lorier called the president cordial and sympathetic.
Doom Netherlands Jan 2 AP relatives gathered in anticipation of the former German emperor’s 75th birthday tomorrow. The former crown prince and the 84 year old Marahal on Mackeyson, wartime leaders, are to attend as guests. The celebration is a near family affair with cautious notes from Germany about Nazi tolerance of monarchy. The propaganda minister urged newspapers to treat the anniversary as passing mention.
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