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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1938
Page
1
Harrisburg Sept 27 The legislature tackled the workmen's compensation tangle from two directions. It moved to unite industry and labor to discuss a proposed amendment. The bill would hold employers who miss higher scales liable for accidents unless a jury says otherwise. It passed the assembly and awaits the governor's signature.
A historical speech critiques the 1919 Treaty and Wilson's principles, arguing the Sudetenland's German population was denied self determination. It blames Prague for Czechoslovakization efforts and notes German restraint as Prague mobilized its army in May.
Harrisburg remains mired in a crowded political contest as October 7 registration closes and a month of campaigning begins. The fight centers on control of the Senate, governorship, and both state legislative chambers with factions and party insiders weighing how wavering support, the Guffey influence, and the extensive voter pool including WPA relief recipients could swing the outcome.
The text records German pressure on Czechoslovakia over the Sudeten issue, asserting Prague’s intransigence and detailing mass Sudeten German flight, Nazi rhetoric, and high level talks with Britain and allies. It notes Roosevelt’s appeal for peaceful negotiations and Hitler’s vow to settle the Sudetenland, with Benes accused of intransigence.
The article notes Nazi Germany contends it can face the future with 730000 hogs and 236000 cattle stored for later use. Four Danube nations plus Poland and Lithuania reportedly harvest over 13000000 tons of wheat, though sources say reserves remain small despite some purchases in Argentina. Italy relies on Yugoslavia for meals, while Belgium seeks wartime food deals with Scandinavia.
The report notes maples infested on local grounds with males on bark actively moving. A soap solution is prepared in hot water and added to the spray mix just before use, aiming for effective treatment.
The House approved an appropriation of 25000 dollars for the gambling commission investigation and a measure validating the commission which studied costs of government in Philadelphia. Both received immediate first reading and were referred to committee. The House also gave first reading to another bill.
Outdoor adventure draws youths to the Boy Scout movement executives say. The boys gain self reliance and dependability through the woods and its creatures. The troop gains cooperation and loyalty under the scoutmaster.
The record lists bills advancing including a $50,000 deficiency appropriation to the department of justice, a third reading on a governor appointed school district bill, and a committee to unify labor and industry under the Workmen's Compensation Act. Also noted are a Roosevelt peace tribute resolution, Sunday game hours proposal with local primaries referenda, and Ruth Commission tax penalty abatements plus printing 2,500 copies of its fal report.
Adolf Hitler told President Roosevelt that peace rests solely with the Czechoslovak government while Prague radio denounced his demands as a rush to dominate a free state. London braces for air raids as Britain, France, and Russia weigh peace or war amid Sudeten disputes and mass mobilization.
A leaked note from London cites Hitler’s final demands on the Sudetenland as a de facto ultimatum. It portrays Czech resistance and warns of German occupation and mass displacement if concessions are made, with plebiscites, troop withdrawal, and liberation of German prisoners linked to the crisis.
Rotary heard Canadian nationalism and cross border ties from Guest Pastor Rev Charles S Applegath in Hotel Indiana. Kiwanis heard Pittsburgh’s Charles F Gilmore discuss the 1938 Indiana Chest and its agencies. Church Loyalty Sunday saw an uplifted pledge to attend services and the Lutheran evening service will feature local ministers. State Kiwanis convention opens in Johnstown next Sunday with local members attending.
Miss Florence Berlin of Greensburg has been named head of the WPA Women's and Professional Division for District 13 covering Westmoreland Indiana and Armstrong counties. She officially assumed duties this week. the post pays 2700 dollars annually.
Britain warned of a possible war within 96 hours as Chamberlain sought French and Soviet support to defend Czechoslovakia. A German reply, Wilson’s Berlin talks, and Parliament’s upcoming crisis debate frame the plan to ensure prompt, fair cession under the English French accord.
In Prague and Geneva, Czechoslovakia resists Hitler's Sept 23 memorandum. Diplomatic talks consider air援 aid and troop movements as possible responses. Czechoslovak radio condemns Hitler's bid to crush Czechoslovakia while Prague refuses cession of Sudetenland. The press denounces attack on President Benes as unprecedented.
Pittsburgh, Sept. 27 The Pennsylvania Supreme Court opened the fall term without a ruling on the constitutionality of the legislative inquiry laws. Chief Justice John W. Kephart interjected as Attorney Paul J. Abraham argued in a Westmoreland county mortgage case, noting a recent assembly act on court procedure and contending the legislature cannot dictate charges interpretation.
Mrs Mary Muckenthaler 35 a native of Germany was found dead after listening to Adolf Hitlers speech on the European situation Her throat was cut and coroner Dr A B Walter attributed the death to concern over conditions in her homeland He quoted her husband John saying he found her on the floor after waking from sleep in an upstairs room.
Hollidaysburg reports U S Senator James J Davis and Governor George H Earle, rivals for the Senate seat, are to be initiated as brothers into the Ancient, Honorable, Transcendental and Effervescent Order of Yellow Dogs. The fraternal body invites both to head a class of mongrel candidates, signaling a playful bid to unite rivals.
Washington report shows Sept 24 totals with receipts of 8,039,874.07 and expenditures of 22,216,074.13. Net balance stands at 3,068,247.34 including a working balance of 2,468,424,976.75 and customs receipts for the month of 22,860,345.79.
Paris reports France has answered Adolf Hitler by sending more troops to the borders while stressing the republic has not closed the door to negotiations and hopes for a peaceful settlement. Brussels notes Belgium mobilized six classes of reservists after talks with King Leopold. London reports Polish protests about alleged Czech flights over Polish territory and US Ambassador Kennedy’s lengthy audience with King George VI.
A Dauphin County jury ate at a Harrisburg restaurant where the Controller J Montgomery Trace was billed for ten forks and three spoons. The restaurant said the eating utensils disappeared from a serving basket. Purchasers must pay cash and furnish their own transport.
Pittsburgh markets report slow produce demand with apples showing uneven but generally steady prices. New York Wealthies 100-115, Maiden Blush 95-100, Alexanders 1.00, Jonathans 1.25, Delicious 1.24-1.50. potatoes 27 cars steady No 1 100-lb sacks with Cobblers 1.25-1.35 and Chippewas 1.30-1.40. Hog prices steady to 100 cents lower. total hog run around 500 head.
Boston dispatch reports the federal government speeds relief for New England hurricane disaster. WPA chief Hopkins says red tape is being cut to let state admins allocate funds without extra approval as death toll climbs to 478. Red Cross foresees aid for 60,000 families while fishermen rebuild losses. telephone and rail disruptions hinder work.
The report notes livestock volumes with bulls around 170-220 lbs at 9.15 and heavier cattle near 300 lb averages. sows mostly 7.75 with higher cattle at 8.60 for braces. Calves 10.50-11.50. sheep scarce, spring lambs weak at around 25 dollars. Grain section: Chicago wheat down more than a cent in early trading, Dec at 47.66 cents, May at 67.00, with Gorn at 53 to 53.50.
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