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Newspaper
Las Vegas Age
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1932
Page
2
Authorities worldwide pursue leads in the Lindbergh child case two months after the abduction. Links via "Jassie" and other contacts are explored to tie suspects to the crime while President Hoover mobilizes federal agents. The case fuels a global crackdown on gangsters and raises hope for justice.
A small band with battered Fords imitates Coxey’s army driving toward Washington to push a two billion dollar veteran bonus bill. They fall into Las Vegas for provisions and shelter but do not represent ex service men nor sponsor groups. Most likely they will not reach Washington or influence legislation. The Las Vegas hospitality is criticized as undue charity.
Lethargy in politics gave way to renewed activity as President Hoover urged Congress to act on vital issues. The sharp reminder rallied lawmakers, brushed aside needless controversy, and set a path toward completing work before national conventions in June. Hoover’s push accelerated governmental progress after months of inaction.
May 13 reports a broad stock market selloff led by railroad shares amid a plan by the Reconstruction Finance Corp. to expand borrowing power. Major carriers including Central, Union Pacific, Atchison, B&O and Missouri Pacific fell heavily, while steel, General Motors, GE, Westinghouse and Woolworth also declined. Government issues remained buoyant, and wheat rose while cotton held steady.
Kansas City market reports show insufficient cattle purchases to set broad prices. Most cows sold around 3 to 350 dollars. Hog receipts light yet prices firmer with top fat hogs at 3.30 and bulk 3.10 to 3.30. Sheep prices steady with Ave and Arizona lambs at 6 dollars.
Pair-O-Dice welcomes Constance Fink a new solo act joining the Howard sisters and song and dance troupe. The young tap and eccentric dancer, noted for clockwork pace, headlines tonight at the popular resort with music, cuisine, games, and dancing for the Saturday crowd.
Las Vegas merchants warned to watch for Railroad Express travellers checks numbers N6 376210 to N6376220 P2541250 to 25422550 and R290890 to R390894 stolen in California last week and possibly in the city now.
Nevada district court records show pleas in two jail breaking cases with sentences from two to fourteen years. A dismissal with prejudice was ordered in several matters. Mentioned are Har on Harmon and attorneys Bray Stevens Sutter and Marshall. Sessions include Abernathy v Connell with Noland firm and Roger Foley for the defendant.
Edwin Schallert reviews Arrowsmith at Portal theatre noting it re-creates life of a scientist doctor onscreen. Ronald Coleman stars in a film praised for its strong cast, direction, and photography with a distinctive, worthwhile cinema effort.
The article depicts Charles Lindbergh at the funeral procession and cremation, moving through a crematory chapel as casket carriage ascends and the funeral party follows. Lindbergh remains bareheaded, head bowed, watching the casket enter the burning chamber as flames and heat fill the scene.
After the ordeal, Charles Lindbergh walked to his car in silence and returned to Hopewell where Anne Lindbergh awaits, bearing his grief alone and away from others.
Lodge No 32 and A M holds stated communications first Monday monthly at Masonic Hall at 7:20 p.m. Special communications announced monthly. Visitors welcome. exam times noted for visiting brethren. Fred H Callihan W M. Claude Hall Secretary.
The American Legion Auxiliary holds meetings on the first and third Wednesdays each month at seven thirty p.m. at the American Legion Niall. Visitors and eligible members are welcome to attend.
Manhattan dispatch reports an announced sleeping marathon beginning on May 40 with an international scope. Contenders may sleep at a swimming pool while doctors verify genuine slumber and a ban on oversleeping noise is enforced. Hunter College study finds naming trends reveal little imagination among American parents across 6,000 students with 274 distinct names and only 105 unique to a single girl.
Notice from the City of Las Vegas Nevada calling for bids for drilling a casing complete 8 inch well on cemetery grounds. Bids due at 8 pm May 20 1932 at City Clerk office. Contract terms set by Board of City Commissioners. City reserves right to reject any or all bids. Viola Burns City Clerk. Pub May 4 1932.
State examinations for elementary teachers run Wednesday June 1 through Saturday June 4 in multiple Nevada locations. Fifth District tests at Las Vegas High School. Nevada School Law exam Saturday afternoon June 4. Notices include court summons and oblique notices on marriages, insurance company financials, and public records from Nevada and nearby regions.
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