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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1935
Page
2
A fragment lists members and chairmen for House Finance and various committees. It names many legislators by district and surname across education judiciary and other groups, including chairs and members for Banks and Banking and Salaries and Fees.
A playful scene unfolds as performers chant anchors aweigh while a seaside crowd enjoys a blend of mystery and mirth. The event features rhythmic cabaret acts and lighthearted mystery skits that delight the audience.
A compiled fragment lists chairs and members for institutions for the blind and deaf, a library committee, and a printing group. Names include Menry, Rasberry, Carr, Cross, Grick, Leggett, Royster, Thorne, Woodell, Kelly, Bryan. Palmer, Bryson, Bailey, Blount of Pitt, Cooper, Douglass, Gibson, Lee, Zickler, Cloud, Regan. Thompson, Barbee, Crabtree, Farrell, Garrett, Hoyle, Hutchins, Mitchell. Sink, Cook, Earle, Thorne, Zickler, Cloud, Brock.
Prosecutors argue that Fisch’s education level matters in the Hauptmann kidnap case. Tyrrell and Pope spar over whether an educated background explains actions and whether ransom notes were written by an educated man. Witnesses hint Fisch’s links to the ransom and safety deposit box details emerge.
Lloyd Fisher of the defense staff declares confidence that Fisch was involved in the kidnapping. Tyrrell, Osborn, and Stein discuss handwriting evidence, noting Hauptmann’s dictated writings differ pictorially from ransom notes. Tyrrell says Hauptmann may have attempted to fake a disguise but could not always imitate his own figures.
The budget outlines increases for all state agencies including highway construction to match federal funds and a total educational appropriation of about 3.3 million annually. It details proposed yearly totals for the University of North Carolina units, N C State College, and the Woman's College, with adjustments for the Cherokee Normal School and Winston-Salem Colored Teachers College. Hospital funding at Raleigh and Morganton is adjusted within the biennium plans.
The article notes the Senate meets on the world court issue as Sen or Robinson argues the action avoids foreign entanglements while promoting international law. The Senate appropriations subcommittee recommends 2.3 million for the securities commission, short of the budget and House figures. The House agriculture committee approves 40 million for seed and feed loans to drought farmers to plant their 1935 crop.
A courtroom report notes Bruno Hauptmann again identified as the author of ransom notes in the trial. He reacted to questions with a tentative smile, saying he did not know of a surprise witness, then hinted they might introduce one to satisfy expectations.
Tyrrell testified the ransom notes Hauptmann writings and request writings were written by the same person. He noted disguising in the notes including a concealed handwriting style shown by a "many-baby" script and observed varying disguise between first and second notes.
Democratic leaders launch an intensified drive to reduce the party deficit as the Republican National Committee reports a $184 surplus. Past appeals drew criticism. now invitations target prominent members while rank and file are asked to meet state quotas for the year's operating expenses.
The jury verdict sparked celebration as Piquett, a former city prosecutor, faced new federal charges linked to arranging a hideout for Dillinger and coordinating face lifting and finger tip surgeries through associates. Prosecutors described similar schemes in the Van Meter matter, noting Piquett could not claim acting as Dillinger’s lawyer in the Van Meter charge. Van Meter was killed by police in St Paul last August after Dillinger pursuit.
The first rear engine vehicle, a steam bus, was constructed in 1928 by inventor Goldsworthy Gurney marking an early milestone in powered public transport.
The Senate endorsed three highway safety bills including mandatory licenses for all drivers and protections for children on school buses. In the House a beer sales bill with 4.5 percent alcohol by weight advanced along with election law changes, slot machine bans, and a felony sentencing shift away from the death penalty. Speaker Grady Johnson announced committee appointments as the budget measures begin legislative work.
The governor backs reenacting a 3 percent sales tax with exemptions cut to fund highway repairs and schools. The plan forecasts $2.5 million for schools and a 15 percent salary raise, plus tightened provisions to raise revenue for the coming biennium. The budget proposes no new taxes but relies on exemption removals and a highway fund diversion to balance accounts.
A German innovator unveils a curious three wheeled vehicle with two wheels at the front and one at the rear. Its shape resembles an airplane and it steers by means of a yoke, promising an unusual driving experience.
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