Glevernesd of Victin Downfall Of Kidnardnapers
Denver March 7. Police Chief Clark said the search for two missing members of the Boettcher kidnapping gang Sankey and Elk horn had international scope with reports they were heading into Canada. He claimed they planned to move the 60,000 ransom in marked bills and feared exposure. One involved $1,400 found at Mrs Sankey's home. more details promised on page 8.
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Pope Blessing Aims at Large American pilgrimage to Rome
The pope offered a blessing to the American people and expressed hope for a large annual pilgrimage to Rome. He spoke during an hour long interview with Mgr. Fumi in Washington, urging unity and faith amid the nation’s trials.
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Citywide tribute for Senator Walsh amid funeral preparations
City officials announce a three hour pause Thursday with stores and offices closing in Welcam to honor the late Senator Thomas J Walsh who died March 2 en route to Washington. Memorial services planned at Intermountain Union College, the state capitol rotunda, and Cathedral of Saint Helena with guards, funeral car, and dignitaries present.
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Cortese train to be in Billings tonight
Fillings March 7. The body of Senator T. Walsh will be met on its arrival here tomorrow night by Miss Josephine O'Keane, a second cousin. The train bearing the body is scheduled to arrive over the Northern Pacific at 11:89 p.m., and will leave 16 minutes later for Helena.
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Republican Regulars Fail to Outlaw Progressives
Four Independent Republican senators aligned with Roosevelt face opposition as party factions clash in the Senate. McNary of Oregon named floor leader, Vandenberg to oppose Democratic nominee Mulimman, Pittman favored for minority leader. Borah and Norris gain seniority in foreign relations and judiciary.
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Capital Will Miss Veteran Politician Death Echoes Widespread
Washington March 7 William R Wood of Indiana, veteran of 40 years in politics, was mourned in the capital by friends and foes as his congressional career ended with a defeat in the November landslide. He had left for New York yesterday for a Mediterranean voyage and died there today.
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Arraignment of Tangara Thlasor in Miami for Chicago mayor murder
The chaotic Miami arraignment centers on Tangara Thlasor charged with murder in the attempted assassination of Chicago Mayor Anton J. Cer mak. The case ties to an alleged plot against President Roosevelt with a partly unclear plea status and ongoing legal proceedings as Judge O. Thompson discusses next steps.
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Greek Premier Jails Revolt Chief After Coup
In Athena on March 7 Gen Nicholas Plastiras and his aides, who led a coup d etat yesterday to set up a provisional military government, were ordered arrested today by General Olhtanatou, the new premier. The plan aimed to install former premier Taaldaris as morale leader to prevent a government change. Taaldaris had won Sunday’s general election.
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Witness in Alabama case still on list of missing
In a Jackson County tale of a missing Ruby Bates, Mary Bates and Mrs. Victoria Price recount fear of kidnapping and the March Chattanooga to Paint Rock train incident that led to nine arrests. the investigation continues amid uncertainty.
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New Navy Secretary Targets Treaty Strength for Fleet
Predictions by naval experts say the United States will be far below treaty authority at the end of 1940. The new Navy Secretary proposes raising the floating fleet to treaty strength, a move tied to the 1940 Pact that ensures naval equality with Britain and limits Japan to three to five carriers with her two battleships.
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Jolly Party in Ambulance After Wreck Near Oakland
Oakland March 7. A clothes wringer rattle and a crash sent Miles Ringie's wife tumbling into an ambulance. Her husband, summoned by phone, rushed home on his motorcycle and collided with a car. Two occupants were pulled free and all were rushed to hospital.
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Currency Expansion and Glass-Steagall Act Moves
Washington March 7 The Federal Reserve system mobilizes vast resources to expand currency during the emergency banking holiday. The administration leans on Glass-Steagall provisions to issue new notes or temporary scrip, with possible use of free gold and government obligations to back reserves as state and local clearinghouse scrip challenges persist. A conference on the act's use follows discussions with Senator Glass of Virginia.
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Banks Placed On Restricted Basis Under Roosevelts Plan
Washington reports Roosevelt and his cabinet moving to restrict bank operations to essential functions for human needs as a national scrip plan is considered. State and local clearinghouse associations may issue certificates for relief, while gold supply is guarded. Leaders promise swift action and gradual bank reopenings for those institutions deemed sound.
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Al Smith Named Chairman of Commerce Certificate Board
New York March 7 Governor Herbert Lehman announced that Alfred Smith would serve as chairman of the Commerce Certificate Corporation, created to oversee a statewide issuance of emergency certificates. The legislature approved the corporation's setup tonight.
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Credit Recovery Ads Flood New York Papers During Crisis
During a March New York issue, advertisers flooded the pages promising continued access to goods and travel. Stores urged readers to open charge accounts, hotels vouched for trust, and travel firms accepted checks or scrip. Broadway ads framed spending as vital to stay afloat.
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Oklahoma Hotel Accepts Food as Payment on Bank Holiday
Oklahoma City March 7. Pigs chickens eggs and vegetables will be accepted as payment during the bank holiday at a local hotel. The manager said we will take anything we can see in the coffee shag. It means a return to ancient times but we must help people. A pig was accepted in the first barter.
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Harold Lloyd House Vandalism Reported in Santa Monica
In Santa Monica, vandals broke into Harold Lloyd and family’s abroad residence using it as a party house. Police were informed that entry was gained by forcing a window and a large amount of canned goods were stolen.
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Plans for battle against prohibition repeal outlined
Dry leaders including church figures gathered at the Capitol to approve an emergency campaign. The strategy from the Anti Prohibition League proposes restoring state prohibition in areas where it has been repealed and persuading congressmen through letters, telegrams, and personal outreach.
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Moana
Wave of Buying Thru America Predicted After Bank Holiday
New York March 7. A wave of buying and higher prices following the bank holiday was predicted today by Lew Tlahn president of the National Retail Dry Goods association. A directors meeting of the association with 3800 stores nationwide received a plan from Herbert J. Tiley and Daniel Badger of Philadelphia for compulsory technical insurance of bank deposits as a step toward restoring confidence. Debates were withheld Monday on that plan.
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Daniel Badger
Philadelphia
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Banking progress amid crisis across sixteen states
Sixteen states allowed at least partial banking service Tuesday under modified treasury rules. Some banks reopened in California to Florida and across the nation with limited authority. By day’s end general reopenings followed in the Carolinas while Arkansas Georgia and Virginia were cleared for partial operation. Illinois Kansas and Massachusetts reported brief reopenings but faced suspensions pending Washington guidance. Treasury Secretary Woodin authorized limited reopenings to enable vital business and new deposits.
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Swift Japanese Jehol campaign advances as Chinese resist
Tokyo reports heavy Japanese actions around Koupeikow pass near Jehol and Peipng while other passes fall. Chinese defense remains stubborn against General Kawahura’s 16th brigade. Tebo City in Jehol is described as captured. details continue on page 10.
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Nazi heckling forces conductor to retire in Dresden opera
Dresden reports of Nazi hecklers disrupting a performance of Rigoletto at the Saxon State Opera. Conductor Marcel Fritz Eisel was compelled to retire as uniformed Nazis booed him down. A performer, Busch, faced threats but appeared, while Piseh refused to join the Nazi party due to his belief that his profession is non political.
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Roosevelts Budget Chief Eyes Broad Government Overhaul
President Franklin D Roosevelt and budget director Lewis Douglas meet at the White House to outline a sweeping government reorganization plan. The talks hint at key measures to be included in Roosevelts congressional message and focus on balancing receipts and outlays as Douglas takes charge of federal appropriations.
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New vigor seen in markets in Canada today
Ottawa reports renewed market vigor with the Canadian dollar quoted on most exchanges except New York. Winnipeg wheat prices rose earlier but gains were pared, while Canadian currency held about three cents above last week’s quotations.
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Flag of Imperial Germany Openly Floating in Berlin
Berlin march 7 for the first time since 1918 the imperial flag flew over Berlin’s elve Tenth. Since the Nazi victory last Sunday the imperial or Nazi colors have been hoisted on public buildings in many cities. One Nazi was slain and six wounded by shots from houses at a funeral procession. Fifty persons were arrested, most of them communists. Americans complained at the embassy of mistreatment by national socialist police. Nathaniel Wolff said he was beaten and held prisoner and forced to sign a statement absolving the Nazis before being ordered to leave Germany.
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Film Industry Faces General Shutdown Forecast
News from New York reports industry executives fear a broad shutdown as financial turmoil spreads. Universal suspended contracts and payrolls, with Paramount Warner Bros First National Columbia and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer likely to follow as banks close and producer payrolls near deadline.
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Adams Seeks Divorce Over Wife’s Demands
Oklahoma City on March 7 Walter Adams sought a divorce arguing his wife’s rule that he must “elon and care for his own home at night” was too much. He claimed he works as a daytime janitor downtown Dallas.
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Fire bomb hurled at German synagogue
A fire bomb was thrown into a synagogue in Nannigsborg Germany on March 7 setting fire to curtains but damage remained limited as the blaze was quickly extinguished.
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Tar Detained In San Diego For Murder Of Boy Of 14
In San Diego a Polish boy, identified as OP. McDonald, Je, was found strangled to death in a hotel room. A heavy feather belt was used. A sailor named Literary Frances Hoffman, 27, telephoned confessing to the killing. Hoffman, a Port Myer, Va native, was taken into custody. Police say motive is unclear and Hoffman would not reveal why.
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