Roosevelt urges revision of receivership process
President Roosevelt said the entire receivership system at federal and state levels needs extensive revision. He spoke at a press conference about whether the new housing program could be delayed by foreclosure costs, noting railroads in receivership face excessive expenses and calling for simplification by both levels of government. The rest is unrelated trivia about plants and ants not tied to the news.
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Seneca Slaying Probe Delayed Inquest Continues
In Seneca Missouri the coroner postponed further inquest into the murder of Norman E Mitchell until next week. Five witnesses testified on opening day but identities and testimony were not disclosed. no new developments were announced. Funeral services were scheduled for 2 PM with burial in Seneca cemetery.
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Beech W. Bridges
Thompson
Seneca Cemetery
Tale of Murder and Piracy on High Seas
Aboard the yacht Aaffe Morgan faced rations as crew mutiny led by Horne and Spernak. They attacked Morgan near the wheel, crushing his skull and tossing him overboard. The vessel, pursued by a navy flier, was towed to safety as Horne Spernak face investigation, while Mrs Morgan testified about fear and keeping others in line aboard.
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St Joseph Police Locate Stolen Car During Theft Recovery
In St Joseph Missouri on December 31 the police notified William Fitts they had located his automobile. Fitts and five officers went to recover the car but the vehicle had been stolen again.
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Donnelly Garment Fight Sparks National Tug of War
The Amalgamated Clothing Workers Union accuses Donnelly of threatening the business with terrorism and a boycott, claiming a speed up schedule harmed workers and 20 were dismissed for unionizing. Federal Judge Mervill Otis refused to dissolve a restraining order, noting a $250,000 union fund aimed at pressuring the company. Nell Donnelly Reed, a company president, gained notoriety in 1931 when kidnapped. Reed defends the company against union attacks, while David Dubinsky claims Reed fears social legislation. Reed retorts that Bolshevism won t teach him a lesson. Frank P. Walsh represents the union in court battles.
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Loyalists and insurgents clash amid street fighting
Government troops captured a front portion of Plaza San Juan while insurgents held several civil buildings and a hospital. A convent courtyard was breached and its blocked water reservoir freed as defenders retreat through underground passages. The convent remained occupied.
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Sign Money Pact With Mexico Stabilizes Exchange Rate
Washington December 31 The United States announced Mexico agreed to maintain a stable exchange rate between the dollar and the peso in a money pact.
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United States
Mexico
Tsingtao Falls as Chinese Defenders Withdraw Amid Fire
Shanghai dispatch reports Chinese devastation squads abandoned Tsingtao leaving the seaport undefended while Japanese advances threaten North China. Foreign vigilantes tried to guard foreign property as fires erupted in silk factories and tobacco buildings. hundreds of Americans remained in Chekiang front areas awaiting evacuation.
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China builds formidable air fleet around Canton
United Press reports in Canton that China is expanding a large air force and army in the south. Three aviation factories near Canton produce 3 to 4 planes daily under eight secret American experts. Aircraft are also arriving from America, Britain, and Russia by Hai Phong and by railroad to Yunnan, or via Mongolia to Lanchou, with supplies rising rapidly. Armored cars, trucks, and recruits fill the countryside as warlord forces prepare for action, while experts doubt a rapid Japanese southward drive.
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U S Ship To Australia for Australia 150th festivities
The United States plans to be represented at Australia’s January festivities marking the 150th anniversary with the No. 5 S. S. Louisville sailing to Canberra. The U S government notified Canberra of the diplomatic coverage and participation.
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Flashes of Life in a Midwestern Puzzling Mix
In Sheffield Lake retiring officials slash mayor C W King’s salary from 1000 to 275 and other pay cuts follow the pledge of drastic reductions. H B Dier recalls the session as the pledged cuts matched the leadership’s demand. In Fort Wayne a new sobriety test uses a tongue twister to spot intoxicated drivers and courts show how mistakes lead to jail. Nebraska City Sheriff Ryder receives a mail request asking help for a divorce for a fee, illustrating local curiosity and legal questions about the system.
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Neb
Carl Ryder
Amended Complaint in Mine Labor Case
National Labor Relations Board trial examiner considered an amended complaint against Eagle-Picher Lead Company filed by John R. Sheppard former acting director of the research department. Sheppard accuses the firm of coercing subordinates to back the Tri-State Blue Card union and unlawfully discharging him after voicing concerns. The report notes unrelated science and educational facts about water forms the college celebration and sun distance calculations.
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William B. Ringer
National Labor Relations Board
Eagle-Picker
John R. Sheppard
Eagle-Picher
Sheppard
Tristate
Rumanian Jews Face New Year of Racial Strife
In Bucharest on Dec 31, 193? AP reports Romania's 1.2 million Jews face grave anxiety as Octavian Goga's government imposes harsher foreigner regulations. Proposals include land confiscation, revoking citizenship for Jews since 1920, and dismissal from public service. Lancers patrol streets while a commission for foreigners is planned.
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Goga
National’ Christian Party
Romania
Adolf Hitler
Germany
Carol
Two Electrocuted by Power Line in Wynne Arkansas
In Wynne Arkansas yesterday two people died and a third injured critically after contact with a twisted wire thrown over a power line by a 15 year old boy. The deceased are Mrs. Jesse Perry 48 and Mrs. Mary Capshaw 41 both relatives of the boy.
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