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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1936
Page
2
John Hamilton backed Governor Alf Landon and joined his camp after opposing Landon before 1932. Once aligned, Hamilton became a national committeeman, then general counsel, and later left to lead the Bosom for London project.
Philadelphia dispatch describes a bustling lobby bazaar dubbed the Rue de la Donkey where 500 doors open to vendors selling Roosevelt branded slippers booths with garish slogans and novelty goods. Delegates browse a noisy array from horned kazoo trombones to Liberty Bell pins while vendors promise bargains and quick refunds on faulty items.
Governor Alf Landon leases the 1200 acre McGraw Ranch near Estes Park on Cow Creek for a quiet Colorado vacation. The site features a modern house, several outbuildings, deer in the yard, and a private one way road access. Landon to balance relaxation with a July 4 trip to Kansas for a special legislative session and later campaigns as he tours east and west amid political crowding.
A vivid warning about water danger notes even the strongest swimmers can be struck by sudden cramps. It urges caution and avoiding risky splits of effort to protect lives, stressing that safety comes first for anyone entering water.
Arthur W. Cullen known as the cash brain merchant of the 1920s wheat pits died at 66 in Chicago Edgewater Beach hotel following a heart attack. He faced tax and market manipulation indictments, fought grain futures cases to the Supreme Court, and left a controversial career marked by vast fortunes and guarded privacy. He was born in Guelph Ontario on July 6, 1870 and will be buried there.
The Sunday excursionist carelessness has sparked several fires across Central Missouri, destroying woods and fields. Hunters and campers face farm objections as livestock losses occur from farm shooting incidents and gate and fence damage. The article blames city dwellers for farmer hostility, urging caution to prevent further harm.
The piece traces the rise of civil service ideas, boosted by Alf Landon and Hoover era shifts, while warning of the entrenched spoils system. It highlights Postmaster A Linxwiler’s wartime duties and bonds work, notes unequal bonus payments, and critiques pay and boondoggles in public life.
Dr Iago Galdston discusses sunlit effects on plants and humans, noting sunlight benefits for health and mood. He advises gradual tanning, avoiding burns, and preferring morning and late afternoon exposure while cautioning fair-skinned individuals about overexposure risks.
John Hamilton, youthful national chairman candidate, shown before Cleveland Republican delegates. Support from Governor Landon's delegates touted as honesty and candor, with journalists and old friends backing him. Observers say Hamilton’s vigor counters Farley and could win votes for the ticket.
Eldorado Springs Mo June 24 AP Resolutions urging a 10 year immigration exclusion and deportation of aliens who have received relief in the last four years were adopted by the United Spanish War Veterans at their annual state convention More than 500 veterans are registered Election of officers was scheduled today.
Towson Maryland June 24 AP Rep Marion Zioncheck the turbulent Washington state congressman was admitted today to Enoch Pratt hospital for an indefinite period after transfer from Gallinger hospital. He arrived wrapped in sheets by ambulance as Pratt officials said his unsettled public career could be ended by private care. Court action to determine his mental status was called off following the transfer arranged by his bride.
Secretary Frances Perkins named Mrs. Franklin D Roosevelt as a factor in the November election at a Democratic women's breakfast in Philadelphia. Perkins praised Eleanor Roosevelt for meeting Americans personally and voicing their needs, noting her influence alongside FDR.
Mrs. Dizzy Dean, wife of St. Louis pitcher Dizzy Dean, criticizes the Democratic national convention in Philadelphia. She says leaders should seek divine guidance rather than hold a picnic, while attending the demonstration after Senator Barkley's keynote address with Missouri delegates.
The article credits Antonio Stradivari of Cremona with being the master violin maker of all time. It notes his birth in 1644 and his death year as 680, though the dates appear historically inconsistent.
June 24 AP report notes the applause indicator at the Democratic national convention rises with speakers. Gov George Earle of Pennsylvania first triggers the meter by praising Franklin D Roosevelt and denouncing the Republicans. Delegates pose at a tea bar as Mencken wears a badge.
Brooklyn New Mexico reports judge Franklin Taylor suspends sentence for a pedestrian who angrily slashed a driver with a penknife after mud splashed his trousers. The judge ruled autoists mud-splashing pedestrians can be guilty of third degree assault.
Missouri’s 30,000 teachers push a proposed constitutional amendment to allow benefit payments for retired or disabled educators. If approved, the general assembly could create pension or benefit systems. the attorney general notes possible contributory plans without state tax funding. About 147,074 names backed the petitions presented to the secretary of state, meeting the required threshold for ballot placement.
A coroner's jury in Joplin concluded that Thomas Loyd a World War veteran acted in self defense when he shot and killed Vernie J Bradley of Chicopee. Loyd was released following the verdict.
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