Hoover plan urges neighborhood units to end blight
Washington reports a Hoover conference committee urged elimination of slums and bought land for neighborhood unit development. The Pratt chaired group said home ownership builds citizenship and urged nationwide education on financing management and zoning. It warned of housing related deaths and disease from crowded conditions.
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Will Go Will Go Aboard 8S Empress of Russia
A playful letter from reader Will in Kamchatka Siberia mocks Congress as it faces economic woes. He notes unemployment a two billion deficit and calls for actions on taxes, Wall Street, and farmer relief. The missive ends with a humorous wish to shrink the ocean.
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Congress 10 Vote On Dry Law In New Session
Washington December 3 Congress leaders expect a vote on prohibition this session as wets press for action. Key figures include Sen Watson Indiana Sen Borah Idaho Rep Rainey Illinois Rep Snell New York and Linthicum Maryland promising a record vote on repeal or related measures.
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World-Wide anti religious movement gains momentum says Atheist
London dispatch reports Joseph Lewis American atheist leader claims a world union of anti religious groups now reaches about ten million organized members. He cites Europe Russia and Spain and outlines plans for a Washington world congress in 1933 and to publish an international organ in multiple languages. He mentions Freidenker Verband and Society de la Pensee as key groups.
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Poland
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Japan pushes changes to League plan on Manchuria
Tokyo reports Japan demands modifications to the League of Nations plan on Manchuria and submits counter-proposals. Officials say evacuation time limits and neutral observers with troops are rejected, while Japan calls for withdrawal of Chang Hsueh Liang's forces and elimination of his influence.
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Elon College Dropped From Southern Association
The Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools removed Elon College Elon North Carolina from membership after years of carrying but failing to meet set conditions. The group also said four Mississippi state colleges suspended last year for political interference may be reinstated as accredited institutions.
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Surprise appearance settles Pantages suit for 3000
Eunice Pringle appeared in superior court in Los Angeles and settled a 1,000,000 damage suit against Alexander Pantages for 3,000 over an alleged criminal attack. In Dequeen Arkansas thieves stole about 4,000 from the First National Bank with staff forced into the vault. In Barrington North Dakota a bank cashier was robbed of 10,000 by two gunmen.
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Independents oppose Moses for Senate president pro tem
Leaders of the senate Republican independents Borah of Idaho and Norris of Nebraska declared against re election of Senator Moses of New Hampshire as president pro tem. They defied threats to remove their chairmanships and indicated they will support McNary rather than a Democrat.
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New Hampshire
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Oregon
Rebellion Breaks Out In Republic Of San Salvador
Mexico City reports radio messages say the republic of San Salvador is in rebellion with shooting in the capital streets. President Araujo asks that no airplanes be sent over the regular mail run to the capital for the time being.
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Walker Pleads Mooney Case From California to New York
New York Mayor Walker flew toward home after pleading Mooney case with Governor Rolph. In California he met Mother Mooney and urged clemency while Sacramento studied a letter from ex-district attorney Fickert. Fickert signaled possible support but said his stance would be clarified later.
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Little Girl Appeals Santa for Family in Need Amid Hard Times
An 11 year old girl writes Santa detailing her family’s struggle after the father loses work. She asks for help to feed and clothe her brothers and mother as Christmas nears. The piece promotes donations to The Enterprise Empty Stocking Fund with a total of 868 dollars and 51 cents reported.
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Couzens Opposes More Rail Aid as Idle Equipment Rises
Senator Couzens of the Interstate Commerce Committee faults railroad appeals for aid, saying funds would pay dividends on idle equipment. He notes 70 percent of U S Steel gear and 40 percent of rail stock equipment are unused and calls for railroad service reform alongside financial reorganization.
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Republicans Decide Not to Contest Bailey Senate Seat
Washington December 3 Republican leaders in the Senate have virtually decided not to contest the seating of Josiah W Bailey Democrat elected senator from North Carolina If Bailey's seat is not contested a resolution asking a full investigation of his case will be presented George M Pritchard Republican had filed a contest charging irregularities in the election
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North Carolina
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George M. Pritchard
Alabama Senator Bankhead Seat Question Raised in Congress
Washington moves to deny Bankhead seat amid report from Hastings subcommittee alleging election law violations in Alabama. Republicans weigh procedure as Bratton’s arrival pending. Hastings amends his report to remove an unreported campaign expense claim by Bankhead.
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Illinois
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Robinson Believes Congress Won't Vote On Prohibition
United States Senator Joseph T Robinson of Arkansas said in an interview he did not expect Congress to vote on amending the 18th Amendment or modifying the Volstead Act. He argued the treasury deficit is the main issue and that raising the full sum through higher income and inheritance taxes is not practical.
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United States
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Arkansas
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One Man Rule in Democratic Steering Plan Debated
Three longtime Democrats Burns Crisp and Ayres plan to form a steering committee for caucus control as the party readies for rule. Speaker-designate Garner opposes the plan while Burns advocates expanding the directing force to include nine members from all party sections.
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Tennessee
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Georgia
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Kansas
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Texas
Panama Names Horacio Alfaro as Minister to the U S
The Panamanian legation announced the appointment of Dr Horacio F Alfaro as Panama's new minister to the United States. The move formalizes his role in representing Panama in Washington, enhancing diplomatic ties between the two nations.
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United States
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Finland Faces Referendum On Prohibition Like U S Law
Helsinki in December 3 1930 referendum set for December 29 30 to decide continuation modification or repeal of Finland's 12 year old prohibition. Voters will choose among three options repeal all liquor rules tighten ban or keep current law with changes while debates cite lost revenue increased drunkenness and enforcement challenges.
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Finland
United States
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