Expanded Social Security Plan Urges Early Benefits
Washington reports a wide expansion of the Social Security Act urged in Congress. The plan would start old age insurance benefits sooner and liberalize them in early years, extending coverage to all people and increasing federal grants-in-aid. It calls for state and federal agencies to manage security funds and for broader aid to dependents and children while avoiding costly new burdens.
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Congress
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Weather forecast for Tennessee and surrounding regions
The report outlines colder air moving into the southwest, with a chance of rain in the western sections. Temperatures fall tonight and Tuesday, then rise slightly midweek. General outlook shows fair conditions, warmer by Tuesday night, with a moderate southern wind and scattered showers possible in parts.
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Tennessee
Elowuch- Hess
Simer
Reckless Pardoning Criticized In Ferguson Charge
Circuit Judge Shelburne Ferguson assailed the pardoning system during the January circuit court term urging overhaul as crime rates rise nationally and locally. He noted the high cost to taxpayers for court sessions and the pattern of early pardons after conviction. He did not single out Governor Gordon Browning by name.
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Insurgent gains feared as Cervera siege advances toward Barcelona
Italian journals report insurgent success in the Spanish Civil War threatening French interests. Cervera falls under siege as Franco’s forces push through Catalonia toward Lerida, with central columns orbiting toward Barcelona. Five bombs strike the city. refugees queue for food. five government planes pursue insurgents.
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Traffic Safety Pays Dividends in Tennessee Cities
Tennessee's four largest cities report deathless days as traffic safety drives show gains. Nashville notes 47 death-free days, Memphis 28, Chattanooga 19, Knoxville 1, while one fatal truck rollover near Livingston and a streetcar driver and a newspaper carrier die in separate incidents. Cleveland records months without fatal auto accidents as police step up patrols and enforcement intensifies.
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Dickson Jackson
Dyersburg
Cleveland
Democratic Leaders React to Voter Feedback on Proposals
The article reports Democratic leaders adjusting plans after voters expressed concerns on Labor, administration attitudes, and proposed laws. It notes conservative voices praising election outcomes while Democrats debate structure and timing of reforms amid mixed reactions statewide.
Cooper 15 Faces Harmonious Term Transition
Cooper 15 assumes leadership amid a largely united General Assembly backing an administrative program. A cabinet reshuffle is discussed as lawmakers set to advance bills smoothing the transition, focusing on education and revenue measures amid broader governance questions.
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Ashyvili E. Venus
Ett Lrenbee
Cooper
Powesscay
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Cooper Serine
Walter Stokoe
Fine and
Laxahien
Drowping
Eecape
Prentice Cooper
Roosevelt Supreme Court pick Felix Frankfurter confirmed
Washington January 16 The Senate judiciary committee approved the appointments of Felix Frankfurter to the Supreme Court and Frank Murphy as attorney general sending Roosevelt’s selections to the floor for quick confirmation. The full committee, after hearings, unanimously backed both, succeeding Homer Cummings and Governor Frank Murphy respectively.
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Senate Judiciary Committee
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Supreme Court
Frank Murphy
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Cummings Murphy
Michigan
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Frankfurter
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Adate
Benjamin N. Cordozo
Leaders of South Study Ills and Regional Development Plan
A group of southern leaders met in Atlanta after reviewing a National Emergency Council report. They affirmed the diagnosis of economic conditions in the South as essential and proposed a coordinated Southern Regional Development effort. The council will guide and staff the initiative, aligning existing agencies to speed remedial action.
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Natonal Emergency Council
Roosevelt
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Burke Proposes Taxes To Balance Budget In Tennessees Plan
MASHVILLE Jan 16 A two year budget plan shows a deficit of 2 692 099. State Budget Director Henry Burke told the general assembly that balancing might rely on a state income tax and a levy on legalized liquor. He critiqued university funding and proposed staff reductions across departments to trim costs.
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Dodd Indicted on Hit Run Count at Hanover Court
A Virginia court hears charges against Dodd tied to a hit and run death of Geois Grimes. The Commonwealth argues Dodd appeared capable for trial despite illness, while defense cites medical weakness. grand jury had returned the indictment and a March 2 trial date was set.
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Last Minute News Flashes from Spain
A fragmented dispatch from Lebida Spain reports appeals to the government to address rising unrest. The piece notes comments by a minister regarding insurgent threats and calls for national reassurances amid ongoing foreign policy tensions.
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Youth Confesses Slaying 16 Year Old Girl with Axe
Milwaukee man Ernest John Muhr, 24, confessed eight hours after the body of Ruth Scott, 16, was found bound to a blood stained bed. He dictated the admission after arrest by Racine deputies who stopped cars heading south following a broadcast. He wore a chauffeur's livery and used a hatchet to kill the girl during an attempted bar crime. The slain girl's widowed mother, Mrs. James Scott, 37, was hospitalized in poor condition after the intrusion and battle.
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Hulett
Maher
Civil service reforms eyed in several states
A survey by the Associated Press shows state legislators considering civil service reforms. Maryland cites pensions and salary scales as issues, while a new three member board is proposed to replace the two member aviation service commission. Governors Bricker and Stagesen back competitive exams and merit system repeal in Arkansas is noted.
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Associated Press
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Hisrry Innes
Washington
Avi Service Commission
Democratic Party
John We. Bricker
Lapyerty Motmesela
Jewrold Stagsen
Arkansas
Guntersville dam gates close completing TVA link
Ansonville Jan 16 Six weeks after completion Guntersville Alabama dam gates swung shut marking another TVA step in navigation flood control and power. The 2 mile reservoir makes the Tennessee River navigable to six foot draft up to Chattanooga 464 miles from its mouth. Guntersville is TVA’s fourth major water control project joining Norris Wheeler and Wilson dams. Navigation may resume in two weeks as rainfall dictates and upper lock work finishes. Water will submerge Widow’s Bar dam six miles north for removal by Army engineers. General Manager Blandford notes the $33.4 million project adds to TVA’s regional plan.
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Wheeler
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Lam
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W. S. Army Engineers
Jobin B. Blandford, Jr
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Fight Has Only Begun Assorts Retiring Chief
Retiring Governor Browning's farewell speech at the War Memorial in Nashville frames a tense shift as Prentice Cooper is sworn in for a two year term. Browning echoes political feuds while Cooper pledges unity and reform. The occasion includes resignation notices for district attorney and a new commission for Tone 2 Kelly, amid a charged political climate in Tennessee.
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Warren A. M'Nells
Nashville
Tenn
Prentice Cooper
Tennessee
Browning
War Memorial Auditorium
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Ficod
Shelby County
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Incubator Baby Plays Youngest Ape Man In Pictures
Hollywood reports a baby born in an incubator will portray the youngest ape man in a forthcoming Tarzan project. The child, Johnny Sheffield, dubbed Little Johnny, is the son of Reginald Sheffield and gained early stage exposure in New York before joining the cast with star Johnny Weissmuller in Tarzan in Exile.
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