Duels Loom In France Over Stavisky Scandal
Paris dispatch reports two imminent duels arising from the Stavisky affair. Deputy LaGrosilliere of Martinique slapped Deputy Ferry, who retaliated. the other duel involves ministers De Monzie and Henriot. Seconds debated weapons and form, with Ferry pursuing legal action after initial threats.
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Francois Pietri
Senators Hold Center Spot In Capital Today
In Washington on January 19, Senator Borah of Idaho defended NRA policy against critics led by Hugh S. Johnson. He charged that combines and monopolies fix prices and drive small businesses out of the market. Nye backed Borah, saying Johnson’s attacks won’t stop the NRA’s impact on prices and consumer burden.
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Cubans Expect U S Recognition After Mendieta Inauguration
In Havana on Jan 19, Cubans await United States recognition as Cordell Hull prepares talks after Jefferson Caffery, Roosevelt’s envoy, travels from Key West on a destroyer. Public opinion sees Mendieta’s inauguration bringing stability to Cuba.
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United States
Jefferson Caffery
Roosevelt
Key West
Fla
Cordell Hull
Carlos Mendieta
Lea Brothers secure new bonds in pending supreme court review
Luke Lea and Luke Lea Jr. posted new bonds of twenty thousand dollars each in Nashville as they await action by the United States Supreme Court on their petition for a review of the case.
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Senator Bankhead Hints Switching Gin Bill Plan
Senator Bankhead of Alabama said if constitutionality of his gin licensing bill is seriously questioned he would shift to a plan to control cotton production through taxation.
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Greek Orthodox Leader Calls Roosevelt God Sent
Augusta Georgia January 19 a top Greek Orthodox church official in the western hemisphere described President Roosevelt as a man sent by God to help his people and as near to divinity as a ruler can be.
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Trial Postponed for Dr Wynekoop in Rheta Case
In Chicago on January 19 the trial of Dr. Alice Lindsay Wynekoop for the murder of her daughter-in law Rheta was postponed to 10 A M Monday.
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Compromise Ends Suit Over Alleged Heart Balm Money
In Rockville Maryland on January 19 a circuit court compromise ended Edward D Shriner Jr request for 830 000 from Maude Stogner of Rockingham North Carolina The agreement requires Stogner to return 12 522 98 to Shriner and dismiss the case
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Vie Rogers on news, ads, and politics in Beverley Hills
Beverley Hills dispatch notes Rogers dismissing 60 cent dollar talk, claims France fears the experiment, Cuba’s president on front pages, and Tammany Hall’s upheaval led by Mr Flynn as a powerful figure. The piece ends with a wry line on Tammany deaths being temporary.
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Blood Stains In Car Heighten Kidnap Fear For Bremer
Blood stains on all seats of Edward G. Bremer’s car sparked fears for the bank president’s life after kidnappers demanded 200000 dollars. Bremer was attacked when he resisted as he was abducted on the way to his office, a ransom note warned he would be killed if police or press were alerted. Police and federal investigators were assembled while Adolph Bremer urged authorities to back off, and American Legion members joined the search for Bremer’s abductor.
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Wachovia Bank To Aid Home Owners
Salisbury report states Alan S. O Neal, state manager of the Home Owners Loan Corporation, said Wachovia Bank and Trust will receive Home Owners Loan bonds in exchange for mortgages and deliver them to designated parties. The bank will operate on an accommodation basis for now, with future adjustments if burdensome. Wachovia's offices are in Winston-Salem Raleigh Asheville High Point and Salisbury.
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Artist Harrison Fisher Dies After Emergency Operation
Harrison Fisher, 57, prominent New York artist, died unexpectedly today at Doctors Hospital following an emergency operation last night.
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Harrison Fisher
Doctors Hospital
North Carolina CWA hours to be limited by federal order
Raleigh January 19. Civil works projects in North Carolina will continue, but workers will be limited to fewer hours per week. New projects may be approved periodically, while supplies for civil works jobs face delays awaiting federal approval, delaying purchases by about 48 hours. The state administrator expects current project approvals to sustain payroll until Washington relaxes limits. Only essential projects will be approved to keep workers employed.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
Thomas O’berry
O"berry
Washington
O'Berry
Civil Works
Interior officials visit spurs early park improvements
Early action to improve Kings Mountain National Park is expected after a visit this week by representatives of the Department of Interior. The tour signals planned enhancements at the historic site.
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Jail nets profit in county during last year
Florence Alabama January 19 The county jail reported a net profit of 24 dollars for the last year while an appropriation of 2500 dollars remained unused. The institution operates on fees from prisoners.
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President Roosevelts push for sweeping Washington ethics law
The President is ready to back broad legislation barring low lobby activities by politicians in Washington. He seeks a comprehensive rule to stop law offices here by party leaders and government officials, including members of Congress, with potential extensions to all departments. Senator Vandenburg urged a ban on committee members practicing law in Washington. Robert H. Jackson resigned as DNC secretary after the president’s stance. An early White House–Post Office talks with Arthur Mullen could set in motion new ethics rules.
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Seven convicts escape Kansas State Prison over wall
Seven inmates scaled the wall at the Kansas State Prison in Lansing Kansas at about 7 A M today amid gunfire Prison guards pursued the escapees who used a hose as a rope and scrap lumber for a ladder Two of the fugitives Bob Brady and Jim Clark were recaptured and returned to custody while the others dispersed into surrounding timber and were not believed armed The escape began after overpowering guard Clyde Deer and locking him in cell house No 2 Others named include Charles Clifton McArthur 29 serving 5 to 10 years for second degree burglary Fred Cody also known as Claude Newton and three more with prior prison terms and aliases
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Four Americans Sentenced in Spain for Assault on Guard
Four United States citizens were sentenced to six months and one day in Spain for assaulting a civil guard in Palma Mallorca. The court acquitted Rutherford Fullerton, while Clinton Blackwood, Rogers Mead, Edmund Blodgett, and another unnamed American faced jail. The case began after a hotel altercation. military court proceedings shifted to the republics supreme court before sentencing.
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Mallorca
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Clinton Blackwood
West Springfield
Mass
Rogers F. Mead
New York
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Stamford
Morales
Supreme Court of the Republic
CWA Funds Dwindling Halt in Job Giving
The Civil Works Administration ordered a sudden halt to new job allocations and cut 30 hour weeks to 24 in large cities and 15 hours in smaller areas. The measure aims to stretch funds as officials seek an additional 1.116 billion dollars to extend programs through May.
Caffery to Meet Hull in Key West While Cuba Turmoil Grows
Jefferson Caffery plans to board a U S destroyer to Key West to meet Cordell Hull and return to Havana. Carlos Mendieta seeks peace after his inauguration as Cuba’s president amid riots and labor strikes hitting utilities, railroads, and transport, with calls for general strikes and doctor protests.
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Senate in New York sets tone for NRA debate and tariff ties
Borah and Nye attack the NRA as they press for monopoly against independent dealers while the house prepares to open monetary hearings with floor amendments. The St Lawrence waterway treaty fades from focus as the interior department budget faces routine passage. Cotton interests bind southern lawmakers in Virginia.
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Bush Legislation To Get More CWA Funds
Washington January 19. The administration moved to expedite a congressional request for over a billion dollars to fund the Civil Works Administration through the spring. Harry L. Hopkins faced protests over shrinking job programs as White House aides and Mrs. Roosevelt pressed for swift action. A policy shift cut work hours in cities to 24 a week and rural areas to 15 as payrolls and wages rose beyond initial estimates.
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