Fresh Clue Uncovered As Father Stands At Bier Of His Child
A metal scoop from a broken shovel was found near the Lindbergh baby’s burial site suggesting recent use. Prosecutors and police examined the find, while the Lindberghs faced cremation and ongoing strain, with Dr. Hibben asserting they remain strong.
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Princeton University
Paris
Will Rogers on Lindberghs and debt to the nation
Beverly Hills California May 13 Will Rogers reflects on the Lindberghs after the kidnapping tragedy. He cites one hundred twenty million people who mourn and vow vengeance, praising the parents and questioning if the country and his hero will be worthy.
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May 12 A Date Of Triumph And Tragedy For Lindbergh
On May 14 New York reports recall May 12, 1927 when Charles Lindbergh soared to fame with the first solo Atlantic flight and a 1560 mile San Diego to St Louis record, only to mark tragedy as the missing Lindbergh baby case ends in a roadside thicket after a 72 day search.
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St. Louis
Atlantic
Manhattan
San Diego
Charles Andbergh
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Banks Hope to Reopen as Suspending Institutions Restored
Washington reports federal reserve and treasury officials expect millions in bank deposits frozen by suspensions to be released as banks resume operations. In March 45 suspensions and 27 reopenings. April had no state bank failures and 12 reopenings. so far this month three national suspensions.
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Federal Reserve and Treasury
Weather outlook for South Atlantic states shows mild week
General forecast for the South Atlantic states calls for fair conditions with a chance of showers Tuesday or Wednesday. Temperatures will run above normal Monday and Tuesday, then cool in the middle of the week before warming again toward the weekend.
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South Atlantic
Queen City Jail Bird Defies Cops in Holdout
Charlotte May 14 James Wild Bill Sizemore an adjudged insane prisoner grabbed a pistol from Patrolman John Erwin and held officers at bay in the jail today Tear gas failed to subdue him He demanded reporters be allowed in and said they cannot remove him until 20 doctors declare him sane.
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Wild Bill) Sizemore
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Earthquake of Severe Intensity Recorded in St Louis
An earthquake of severe intensity was recorded on the St Louis university seismograph at about 9 a.m. today. Measurements to determine direction and distance were not completed, but the tremor was reportedly exceptionally severe according to Father McElwane.
Mayor Walker Leads Beer for Taxation Parade in New York
Mayor James J. Walker spearheads a Fifth Avenue procession promoting "Beer for Taxation" with over 5,000 spectators. Dignitaries and industry leaders ride in hansom cabs, including Walter Chrysler, E. F. Hutton, and James Moffat, while a beer pouring float and signs advocate ending business stagnation through beer taxation. Traffic control uses blimp and radio coordination for parade flow.
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Probe Group Denied Entry to Bell County Mines
An ACLU delegation led by Dudley Field Malone and Arthur Garfield Hayes was barred from Bell county coal fields at the Bell Knox line. Knox officials blocked the road and warned bloodshed, sending the group toward Laurel county where a federal injunction had previously failed. No disorder occurred.
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Knox County
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Laurel County
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Wounded Officer and Suspects in Randolph Grocery Heist
ONeill Chandler, a known police figure, was wounded in a scuffle during the Randolph Grocery Company robbery in Randleman. Chief Hinshaw surprised a three-man gang as they loaded loot, including 180000 cigarettes, into a blue Chrysler sedan. Chandler confronted the chief and was hurt. two escapees fled. The abandoned car was found. Paul Samuels is detained for questioning.
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Publication seeks publicity fund for Lindbergh murderers
The Charlotte Observer uses its columns to appeal for a publicity donated fund to help capture the murderers in the Lindbergh case.
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Ejection Probe of State Blocked by Revenue Action
In Washington on May 14 the Senate blocked a resolution to investigate the 1930 North Carolina Senate election. The push was halted as lawmakers demanded action on the revenue bill. The inquiry concerned George M. Pritchard, Republican, against Senator Bailey, Democrat, with debate anticipated and tax bill work cited as a reason.
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Smoot
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Garner assails Hoover for issuing too many statements
Speaker Garner criticized President Hoover during a Washington press conference for making numerous statements that leave the public uncertain about the future. He argued the president’s remarks have undermined confidence more than any other force in the past six months. Continued on page 4.
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Fried Stages His Second Rescue Of Reichers Near Ireland
Captain George Fried of the United States Liner President Roosevelt and Chief Officer Harry Manning rescued Lou Reichers about 50 miles off Ireland after Reichers’ failed transatlantic attempt. Reichers started in Newark and tried to reach Dublin then Paris, aiming to outpace Lindbergh.
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Dr. Lewis Hobbs Dies Longtime Guilford College Leader
Dr. Lewis Lyndon Hobbs, president emeritus and first president after Guilford College's transformation from New Garden Boarding School, died of heart failure at his Guilford College home. Born 1849 near the college, he served 27 years as president and was a longtime educator, church member, and community figure. His three sons and daughter were at his bedside.
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Nine States to Vote Next in Primary Series
The last presidential primaries of the year are set for next week in New Jersey and Oregon. Democratic conventions in Connecticut Kansas and New Mexico will allocate delegates with a Smith Roosevelt compromise favored for Connecticut. Roosevelt is expected to gain Kansas and New Mexico delegates, while Republicans across five states will select 77 delegates as 123 still to be chosen nationwide.
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