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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1936
Page
2
Harry L. Buchanan attacks the shuffle stack and cut ballot method used in Cole County and urges Republican election judges to require counting ballots one at a time. He says strict counting prevents both parties from gaming the system and reduces fraud charges dogging candidates.
Rep. Zioncheck has been committed to an asylum for observation as publicity surrounding his antics continues. The press is blamed for amplifying the scandal as reporters chase sensational stories in New York and at the RCA Building plaza. The piece argues publicity fuels the Zionchecks and their ilk, urging denial to prevent further sensationalism.
Jefferson City may follow other cities in curbing traffic noise as open cut outs and over loud horns irritate residents. The city hall and Circuit court testimony are cited as examples of disruptive sound, with calls to revive a noise ordinance to restrict sound tracks in streets and parades.
A Cleveland jury found a veteran police captain guilty on four counts of bribery after a one hour and 23 minute deliberation. Investigators said the captain paid about $105,000 over years from a small salary, receiving protection for bootleggers during Prohibition. The verdict signals swift justice against corruption in public office.
Senator Dickinson used a naming tactic in a late floor speech targeting WPA jobs. He read a list of lawmakers alleged to intercede for unnamed applicants, then released the names two days later. Governor Lehman’s bid for 1936 balance prompts draft talk for Hoover and others amid near term GOP convention chatter.
Dr Yaga Galdston warns that many fruits and vegetables are treated with toxic insecticidal sprays. Residues can cause lead or arsenic poisoning and enamel mottling from fluorine compounds. Inadequate washing leaves contamination. thorough washing or removing outer leaves is advised before consumption.
Sullivan Indiana Union notes that farm prices rose 93 percent from 1932 to 1935 while world prices climbed 103 percent, arguing the AAA harmed farmers by taxes and measures, and that price gains occurred despite the program rather than because of it. It cites corn and hog price changes in Indianapolis to question credited benefits of Secretary Wallace.
unsigned Republican-leaning letter from Yakima Washington attacks Roosevelt administration fiscal policy. claims 3000 million then 6000 million shortfall, labels administration untrustworthy. criticizes tax bill tactic and Democratic intent, referencing politics and public sentiment. mentions potential four year control and political intelligence claim.
St Louis June 2 AP Mrs Lon Q Hocker described as a dark horse candidate to become Republican national committeewoman from Missouri claiming six district delegates support. Competing include Mrs John Wyeth Mrs Myril Reniley Mrs Gladys Stewart and Miss Cleta M Smith. Total 1935 motor vehicle taxes paid by motorists 1.200B with farmers paying 25 percent.
Springfield misdirection tale blends a drunk man seeking Springfield with a wrong turn toward Cleveland. Meanwhile Borah Landon convention coverage shows Republican leaders finalizing delegates as disputes loom in several states.
Connecticut state party leaders left the Republican convention un instructed as J Henry Boraback said the state will cast its 19 votes for Alf M Landon for the presidential nomination. Boraback named Roraback as chairman and favored a Gandon for president with James W Wadworth of New York for vice president.
Senator Arthur Capper Republican of Topeka Kansas announces he will seek another term in the U S Senate. Capper is completing his third term and will run for re election in the next cycle.
Tom Pendergast head of the Kansas City Democratic machine arrives in New York aboard the Queen Mary denying GOP charges that the WPA in Missouri is politically controlled. He says he has seen no WPA funds and hopes Alf Landon secures the Republican nomination while noting Roosevelt will win Missouri. The couple had been abroad six weeks.
Gail seeks fashion work after winning a design prize and meets Derek Hargreaves who offers help. In a cafe he praises Larne and pledges aid, linking her to Madame Lizette’s gown shop. Gail lands in Lizette’s orbit while Miss Carolie manages the office and looks for fresh talent.
UPI report shows major business groups oppose renewed federal controls. Chamber of Commerce NAM and Liberty League defend court power to review constitutionality while opposing NRA revival and social security acts. Automobile Makers push for nonpolitical reciprocal trade aims to open foreign markets.
Rob ert B. Delano, 21, cousin of President Roosevelt, died from a pistol wound in Barranqueras Argentina after his fiancée broke their engagement. Police say it was a personal safety related incident. body prepared for shipment to Buenos Aires. Motive unclear according to dispatches from Critica and La Razon.
The Rural Electrification Administration announced allotments totaling 1 051 500 for rural electric projects in 12 states, raising total REA funding to 13 435 912 for 92 projects. The Lewis County Electric Cooperative in Monticello Missouri received 60 000 to build 57 miles of lines serving over 800 new farm customers across Lewis Clarke and Orion counties.
Albuquerque, June 12 AP Nelson Tydings Clifton Hill Me a UNM senior was advised today for appointment as a Physical education instructor in the American University at Cairo Egypt His contract is for three years Tydings a football star is the heavyweight boxing champion of the border conference.
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