Senate Dems push to settle World War II bonus issue
Senate Democrats urge Robinson to seek a Roosevelt meeting as factions pause fighting over a $2 billion currency expansion and back a unified bonus bill backed by the American Legion Veterans groups. The Patman measure faces House committee approval, with a vote expected in days.
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North Carolina must raise large funds for old age pensions
Raleigh January 4 Major A L Fletcher state commissioner of labor predicted North Carolina must raise between 3.6 million and 5.49 million dollars by taxation to place an estimated 30 000 eligible persons on old age pensions under the social security act The plan would provide 10 to 15 per month depending on the total funds and would be matched by the federal government Fletcher cited 225 000 residents over 65 but estimated only about 30 000 lack means of support and urged action without delay
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Fletcher urges action on old age pensions in North Carolina
North Carolina leaders push for a state old age pension law citing federal unemployment insurance rules. Fletcher calls for a special session to pass pension legislation, criticizing the Townsend plan yet noting its growing support in the state. He warns failure would fuel radicalism while acknowledging the problem’s magnitude.
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Townsend
Quick Action Seen On Bonus And Neutrality
Washington reports that Congress may quickly open floor debate on neutrality and bonus legislation within a week. Republicans criticize Roosevelt's message while Hastings warns executive control blocks repeal of New Deal acts. Knox hints at an alternative program including cuts, balanced budget, and limited federal role.
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Chiropractor Targeted in Peacock Slaying Hunt
Chicago police pursue a suspect in the brutal killing of Dr. Silber C. Peacock, a 40 year old child specialist. An unnamed chiropractor is under investigation after a threat against Peacock months earlier, with an inquiry adjourned to January 21. Authorities emphasize the case’s savage nature and ongoing manhunt.
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Wilbert Crowley
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Universal Suffrage Demanded By Tenants at Arkansas Union
In Little Rock the Southern Tenant Farmers Union urged universal suffrage without poll taxes and a national homestead law. President J R Butler of Pangburn presented the vote in favor, seconded by W E Green. The convention adopted the universal suffrage resolution and called for a farm groups conference in Washington February 7 to 9 to draft legislation.
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Seven Injured In Salisbury Collision
In Salisbury, R N Penland of Hickory suffered internal injuries and six others were bruised after two cars collided near Catawba College on highways 80 and 10. Dr C C Rice, romance languages professor at Catawba College, had head and back bruises. five Hickory residents in Penland’s car recovered. Crosson’s team praised as heroes as scarlet fever serum flights proceed.
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F. B. Gillespie
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Mrs. Rogers fatally burned when chair nears open fire
In Reidsville on January 4 a woman identified as Mrs. Charles H. Rogers died from fatal burns after her clothing caught fire while she wheeled a chair close to an open fire at the gun club home. The incident occurred at the residence of a local gun club member.
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Reidsville
Charles H. Rogers
President's Message To Affect Crisis But How
Capitals around the globe studied President Roosevelt's message to Congress believing it could impact the European African crisis though opinions differed. Tokyo and Rome rejected some actions while French officials warned the plan might quicken war preparations and ease oil embargo steps.
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Lindberghs Visit Home in Wales Llandeaff Wales
The Lindberghs arrived in a secluded Welsh village to seek sanctuary after their dramatic journey from America. A heavy police guard surrounded their haven at J. L. Morgan's home as they planned to stay through mid January during the week Bruno Hauptmann is to die for the murder of their son. A Christmas tree lit the hallway for a belated Yale celebration with three year old Jon.
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Charles A. Lindberghs
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Socialists Set May 23 Convention In Cleveland
The Socialist convention will meet in Cleveland beginning May 23. Norman Thomas, involved in a split among New York state committee members, would not commit to a presidential run. He previously ran as the party’s candidate in 1928 and 1932.
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High Court May Act On AAA Monday
Washington dispatch notes intense speculation on Supreme Court rulings expected Monday on the constitutionality of the AAA and other New Deal measures. Justices heard December arguments on the original and amended AAA, the Tennessee Valley Authority act, and the Bankhead cotton control law, with observers split on timing.
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State Republican Committee Sets Greensboro Meeting Date
Hendersonville Jan 4 The state Republican executive committee will meet in Greensboro February 12 to decide where the 1936 state convention will be held Raleigh Charlotte and Goldsboro have extended invitations The meeting will align with the Lincoln Day banquet and a large attendance is expected.
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Textile Regulator Bill To Be Presented House
Representative Henry Ellenbogen says a textile industry regulation bill has a good chance to enactment and pass constitutional tests. He expects a favorable House labor committee report after hearings this month, arguing Congress can regulate interstate commerce to give fair opportunities for employers to organize and stabilize the industry amid past NRA associations. Opponents are expected from the South, with the bill endorsed by the United Textile Workers and aiming for fair trade, limited production control, and minimum standards.
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Famed physician Rosenau named UNC public health director
Raleigh January 4 Dr Milton J Rosenau famed public health administrator and renowned pathologist and bacteriologist will head the new department of public health at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill January 16 The department to include preventive medicine will be created through cooperation of the state board of health and university officials and will be housed in the medical school Rosenau long served as Charles Wilder professor preventive medicine and hygiene at Harvard University.
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Milton J. Rosenau
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Dissent Within GOP Roils Over New Deal Rally
A string of political events signals intensifying Republican splits over Roosevelt's New Deal. Southern Democratic mobilization and Alfred E. Smith's Liberty League address heighten party tensions as Borah weighs a presidential bid and Pinchot eyes delegation plans amid a evolving GOP transformation.
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Disclosures From J. P. Morgan Probe Shape War Policy
Senate munitions committee uses disclosures from the J. P. Morgan inquiry to rally for tougher neutrality laws. Senator Clark predicts the findings will boost support for mandatory controls on loans to belligerents as Congress considers rapid action. Nye and Clark plan to introduce their bill as hearings begin Tuesday.
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Nye
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J. P. Morgan
Washington Seeks Exact Estimates On Budget Balance
Washington impatiently awaits President Roosevelt's public budget estimates as Congress prepares to receive the annual message. The plan foresees a balanced national budget, with rising income and tax receipts, amid partisan framing. The next steps include separate readings by the two houses and an updated fiscal-year forecast through June 30, 1937.
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Roosevelt
Congress
State of the Union
Planning Board Set to Meet in Raleigh January 14
The state planning board will convene in Raleigh on January 14 to draft a definite program for 1936. Chairman Capus M. Waynick announced. the session marks the board’s return after several months. Attending will be Morton L. Wallerstein of Richmond, Va., district chairman of the national resources committee, Charles J. Carow of Richmond, consultant for Virginia, and UNC economist Paul F. Wager. Action may include employing a state consultant.
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State Planning Board
Capus M. Waynick
Morton L. Wallerstein
Richmond
National Resources Committee
Charles J. Carow
Virginia State Planning Board
Paul F. Wager
University of North Carolina
Weather Outlook for Carolinas
South Carolina remains fair Sunday with Monday cloudy and possible rain and little temperature change. North Carolina sees fair conditions in the west followed by colder east portions Sunday and Monday clouding with occasional rain.
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