Fraud Charges Hit 600 Million Sale to U.S. Investors
The Securities Commission filed a federal complaint against Fidelity Investment Association for selling 800 million dollars in securities to the public under fraudulent practices. Enjoinment sought for violation of federal and state laws as the case unfolds in Michigan. McKesson & Robbins Probe prompts subpoenas for Wall Street figures and firm officials as Julian Thompson details concerns about a 18 million dollar shortage in the crude drugs unit.
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Washington
McKesson & Robbing
New York
Wall Street
McKesson & Robbins, Inc
Esvets
Julian F. Thompson
Film Showing at First Presbyterian Church Rally
A Young Peoples rally at First Presbyterian Church begins Wednesday at 6 with a plate lunch and films from Ferncliff. Jep Patterson, state wide director of religious education, will speak. At 8 he meets church workers for the children’s division to discuss and show film of model or laboratory classes. Parents and others are invited to view the film of beginners, primaries, and juniors.
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First Presbyterian Church
Ferncliff
Jep Patterson
Sraud
Allison
Pensioners to receive Christmas pension allotments
Arkansas state officials will mail Confederate pensioners their Christmas checks this week ending Thursday. Pensions range from 25 to 50 dollars, totaling about 25,000 dollars, according to State Auditor Oscar Humphrey.
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Little Rock
Arkansas
Oscar Humphrey
Ski Queen Sally Blair Beats The Carnival Crowd
Sally Blair, the Carnival Queen, learns skiing from Dan Reynolds at dawn, balancing popularity with effort. He challenges her view of her world, while she admires his grit and honesty, and she vows to prove herself beyond a social circle.
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Sally Blatr
Dan Reynolds
Rheem
Akin Corey Tortar
Dan
Sally
Corey
Sally Blair
Practice Hill
Switzerland
Miss Blair
Drivers Warn Against Early Clutch Use
Motorists should not disengage the clutch early. full braking power is achieved when the car is near a complete stop. The directive emphasizes timing to maximize braking efficiency and vehicle control.
Milks Link to Tuberculosis in Humans Reported
Health officials note that cow milk was implicated in about 23 percent of human tuberculosis cases at one time, highlighting concerns over dairy safety and public health measures.
Telephone service extended to 39 families on three highways
Thirty nine rural families along Highways leading by Hype will gain telephone service after completion of construction now under way. Robert Bruksan, district manager of Southwestern Bell, said it will take about two months to build pole lines and install necessary equipment. More than 16 miles of pole line on Old Highway 67, Shaver Springs Road, and Spring Wiena will serve new subscribers, with some nearby residents already restored after previous outages.
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Teleyshane Sereview
Toder Way
Robert Bruksan
Southwestern
Bell Telephone Company
Sail
Bankson
Shaver Springs
Rural Electrification Admin grants 314 million for projects
Washington reports 314 million allocated by the Rural Electrification Administration for 90 projects across 14 sites in Arkansas and surrounding counties. Notable entries include Garland and Howard counties with co operatives plus various local groups and individuals named in the notice.
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Washington
Rural Electrification Administration
Cotton Ginned to December 1 in 1937 Report
The record notes 17 557 bales of cotton ginned to December 1, 1937, with 1 487 haloes per gallon reported in Moripetond county. It compares ginning totals with 23824 bales for the prior period, according to the federal gin reporter Wy TL Etyes.
Vocational Education Debate Shapes High School Focus
A group of educators argues high schools should teach practical vocational skills to students not headed for college. New York Associate Superintendent Dr. Edwart Mandel leads the push, claiming real dignity comes from hands on shop work and that many youths need usable training rather than traditional Latin and scholarly paths. The clash pits practical career training against classical academic aims as schools weigh future coursework and student choice.
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Uie
New York
Edwart Mandel
Uy Iy
Ngadene
Hern
Learing
Cultire
Tony
Convict in German Panama Canal Zone Fortifications Photos
A German man was found guilty on Wednesday of photographing fortifications in the Canal Zone. The case labels him as a Panamanian convict and notes the charge related to sensitive military installations in Cristobal. The verdict concludes a legal matter tied to restricted military sites.
Anti-Lynch Bill May Be Revised in Senate Battle
Washington reports a new push to revive an anti lynching bill as Senator Van Nuys plans talks with Senator Wagner about reintroducing last session's measure. Indications point to southern filibuster plans to block anew, with forecasts from Senator Connally that it may fail to advance.
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Washington
Senate
van Nuys
Wagner
Elautihor
Connally
Change in bill would aid Lynch victims damages
Vary Nuys stated the bill would allow counties to be liable for damages to Lynch ing victims' skin. Brogan commented on proposed changes, noting Asx offered provisions that could affect liability in such cases.
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Brogan W P Yote
Vary Nuys
Asx
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U.S
Fidelity Investment Ass
U. S. Securities Commission
McKesson & Robbins Co
Presbyterian Church
Florence Ranges
Hope Hardware Company
Adelaide F Humphries
Igs
NEA Vice
Tell Met
Henry G. Schlensker
Philco
Eet
Evolutionney
Philec Davenilon Prey
Moore
Philcos
Automotive Supply CO
Hope, Arkansas
By Sylvia
Bell Company
Southwest Arkansas Cooperative
Panama Pictures
Hans Sehavkuw
Staraship Employe
Carter
Hall Bros. Cleaners and Hatters
South Elm
Rie
Dodge
Nesy
America
Coeat
B. R. Hamm Motor Co
Tures
Major Bowes
Columbia Network
Hope Arkansas
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