Supreme Court Rules Congress Can Override Gold Obligations
The 5 to 4 decision declares government and private parties may not claim gold payments. Chief Justice Hughes leads the majority upholding Congress power to regulate currency amid wartime conditions, while dissents warn constitutional overreach. The ruling denies redress in the court of claims for holders of federal gold bonds and old gold certificates, noting the shift to a universal legal tender currency.
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Gold Decision to Make Little Difference
Washington reports a concise analysis of the gold decision. The piece explains how the ruling affects holders of gold dollar promises, government bonds, and certificates, noting that the devalued dollars offer little real gain and that the court effectively allows acceptance of $1,000 in the current currency.
Roosevelt Aides Declare Supreme Court Decisions a Government Victory
Washington reports that President Roosevelt and top aides decided today on the monetary issue after the Supreme Court spoke. Attorney General Cummings and Senator Rohingen of Arkansas called the decisions a complete victory for the government with no administrative action needed.
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Foreign bondholders to protest U S gold decision
London diplomatic quarters said pressure may be brought on foreign governments to protest the U S supreme court gold ruling. Disappointed holders of American bonds are expected to urge their governments to act. British bonds floated in New York and Paris in 1934 were paid in gold despite Britain leaving the gold standard. American government bonds must be purchased in the United States. Domestic British government issues have never included the gold clause.
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Action Later Possible for Gold Bond Holders Action Later Possible for Gold Bond Holders
Washington February 18 The Supreme Court ruled against federal bondholders canceling the gold clause but left open the possibility they could seek compensation if later evidence shows the dollar’s purchasing power has fallen. Analysts say a suit could target damages if contract rights are violated.
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Supreme Court
John M. Perry
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Pba Baieictakls
Stock Market Index Slips Amid Mixed Week Trading
Investors watched the market as the Dow Jones and S&P 500 moved in narrow ranges. The session showed little decisive movement with tech and energy shares guiding modest gains and losses.
Kennamer Extortion Tale Unfolds In Oklahoma Court
Tawnee Oklahoma AP report details Phil Kennamer testifying he joined an extortion plot with John F. Gorrell Jr to thwart a kidnapping scheme targeting Virginia Wilcox, an heiress. He recalls discussing threats, a note, and a Tulsa trip as witnesses describe involvement and motive.
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Kansas City
Tulsa
Yar
Iron
Kan- City
Floyd d. Ware
Huff
Hold Hearing Today on Interurban Application
Topeka reports the state corporation commission conducts a hearing on the Kansas City Kaw Valley and Western railroad request for a certificate of convenience and necessity to operate as a common carrier between Kansas City and Lawrence. The line may be discontinued for passenger service in the future but will continue freight operations. Dyeing Kansas Cleaners.
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State Corporation Commission
Kansas City
Kaw Valley” and Western Railroad
Kurista City
Bonney Springer
Ine Plang
Punanthora
Ita
Kanai City
No School Relief Sought as Kansas Officials Cite State Funds
Senator McGill reports efforts to secure federal relief for distressed Kansas schools, but PERA officials say the state can handle the crisis. Gov and Superintendent Markham say constitutional limits block federal aid. revised statutes show prior state appropriations for Lansing districts and a state aid provision for eight-month terms.
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McGill
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Eral Retlef
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PERA
Co. Glinefelter
FMA
Markham
Lansing
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Clinefeller
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Attite
Hoover Declines Comment on Gold Decisions at Lunch
Wichita February 18 AP Former President Herbert Hoover, now retired from public life, dodges questions on the Supreme Court gold decisions during a luncheon stop. His son Allan notes travel plans remain unsettled while an El Dorado ovation and brief Allen home visit punctuate the day.
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Herbert Hover
United States
Henry d. Allen
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Supreme Court
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Emporia
William Alton White
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Pacific Coast
el Dorado
Government Bond Case Ruling Leaves Damages Question
Washington on February 8 government lawyers watched Chief Justice Hughes announce mixed results in the private bond cases. The court upheld the government in one suit and held that the joint resolution declaring gold payments unnecessary was invalid, but the bondholders showed no actual damages and thus had no standing in the court of claims.
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Court of Claims
Roxy Theater Robbery Stuns New York Crowd
A masked hold up at the Roxy Theater on Seventh Avenue and 50th Street tied up three officials and escaped with cash estimated between 16 000 and 21 000. The 2500 moviegoers and over 100 staff were unaware during a news reel.
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Roxy
Bomb Sent Huey Long Fails to Detonate
Washington February 18 AP Karl Christenberry secretary to Senator Huey Long said a bomb that failed to explode was received addressed to the Louisiana senator in New York. He opened it without noticing the sender and alerted postal authorities. Inspectors were dispatched to secure the package. The device was a cardboard box six inches square containing a dry battery and a small bottle wired to it. The bottle broke and Christenberry said the blast was possibly prevented.
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Learn of Mexico by Rev Harrison at Rotary club
Rev. Carter Harrison spoke at the Rotary club on a travel talk about Mexico City June convention. He praised Hernando Cortes for shaping Mexican architecture and culture, described the capital’s mountains and floating gardens, and noted three social groups Creoles Mestizos and Peons. He advised exchange of money customs and courtesy abroad. Stevey Hannay introduced him and outlined travel routes to Mexico City.
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Five Die in Weekend Violent Death Toll in Kansas Metropolis
Topeka reports Kansas weekend violence leaves five dead and thirteen injured. Victims include Orville Treat of Arkansas, Ruth Brawn and Jack Hatfield of Coffeyville and Wichita respectively. Pool, a foundry worker, killed his wife’s daughter then shot himself amid jealousy claims. Coffeyville shootings and a fatal crash near Arkansas City are noted with multiple injuries. Coroner attributes motive to insane jealousy.
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Cogington
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George Mol
Coffeyville
Ruth Brawn
Jack Hatfield
Wichita
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Ira
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Hatfield
Valley Center
Virginia Meyers
Jean Thompson
Allen Masters
Hauptmann Attorneys Move To Appeal In Lindbergh Case
In Trenton on February 18 AP reports Bruno Hauptmann read aloud in his Jersey death house cell while his lawyers prepare an appeal of the Lindbergh kidnapping conviction. Frederick A. Pope says a petition to hear the printing expenses of the trial record, about $10,000, will likely be filed with Supreme Court Justice Thomas W Trenartt tomorrow.
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National Rules Committee Adopts Minor Grid Code Changes
The national football rules committee after its annual meeting announces three minor changes for 1935. A modification of the dead ball rule allows a ball carrier to advance on his feet even when held by an opponent until the whistle. New York Feb 18 AP reports the decision.
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City Manager Plan Moves Toward Vote in Lawrenc e
Law rence lawmakers push two Senate bills to adopt mayor and council city manager governance. A petition by 25 percent of mayoral voters would trigger a citywide ballot on April 2 to decide approval. If passed, a city manager would be appointed within 60 days, selected for admin ability without residence limits. Deadline for filing petitions is 10 days before the election.
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Two Killed in Riots in Imperial Valley
In El Centra California February 18 AP two men were killed as about 500 shots were fired during labor disturbances in Imperial Valley. Authorities appealed to Governor Merriam for more officers and state motorcycle units to restore order near lettuce packing sheds. Kenneth Hamaker and Paul Knight died by gunfire amid clashes between struck workers and non-strikers. The riot ended after tear gas was used. union official C B Lawrence alleged the killings were murders by hired gunmen.
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Bank Robbery Escape Spurts Across Oklahoma Line
Three inmates from Granite reform school flee at Clinton to steal a farmer's Dodge sedan at 9 a.m. An additional stolen car from Granite is found abandoned near Clinton. In Arkansas City, Wentworth No 1 oil well near Sumner County is drilled, producing an estimated 100 to 125 barrels from 3423 feet.
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Wichita
Ness County Editor Found Dead in Home
Hert Karnd, publisher of the Nexas County News in Ness City Kansas, was found dead at his home today, apparently from a heart attack.
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Gold Ruling Boosts Market Prices
New York Feb 1 stock prices rose after a supreme court gold ruling. The New York Stock Exchange ended higher with many gains in early trading and half the day filled with heavy buying. Trading quieted after an hour but closed up with gains around 86 to 0.
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Legion founder's day banquet honors Elizabeth Watkins
Reservations pour in for the American Legion founder's day banquet at the Masonic Temple. Elizabeth Watkins will be honored as the citys most distinguished citizen. Tickets available until Wednesday noon with a door sale the night of the event. The program features Legion traditions, a formal dinner at seven, and military pageantry with Ratcliffe lecture at 8:30.
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Not Serious Injury in Chevrolet Crash Near Manhattan
A Chevrolet coach owned by Nab. Berger and driven by A L Rinehart overturned near Manhattan Saturday night. Neither Rinehart nor Mrs. A W Berger was seriously injured, and they continued their trip to McPherson in the war. Found in Tourist Camp Excelsior Springs Mo Roy Pluckett, 82, Independence physician missing since Saturday night, found dead. Miss Dorothy Peglar, 24, his office assistant, also found. Coroner cites acute alcoholism. both wore sleeping garments. Peglar detained, Wyong notes. Dr Huckett Kansas University grad 1927 had practiced in Independence. Miss Peglar had been his assistant five years. Mrs Huckett refuses comment.
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Ice Gorge Holds In Missouri River Threat Narrowed
Nebraska Ci February 1 000 AP The ice gorge in the south river here held fast today though rivermen expect flood danger to ease. The ice flow was smaller than the prior two days and the river level fell nearly a foot from the high mark of 15.3 feet reached Saturday. Rivermen noted water continued to pass through the jam as the gorge persisted, briefly breaking for 10 to 12 minutes last night before reforming.
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Thomas H Kennedy Dies Local Banker Remembered Leader
Thomas H Kennedy a longtime Junction City resident and former head of the First National Bank died after a long illness. Kennedy built a 44 year business career here and was regarded as a leading figure in the community for a quarter century. Local ties and business influence mark his passing.
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No mayor candidate filed as city opens filing in February
Lawrence remains without a mayoral candidate as filing closes February 22. Six council candidates entered, with Frank M Holliday announcing bid for mayor under the city system. Other filings include Abrams, Dun, Pettit, Ac Hill, Ber ger, and Edmondson for varied council terms. City Clerk keeps office open at night for filings and registration.
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H. W. Edmondson
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Walter Palnateer
Gene Tern
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Gift of jackrabbits baffled Kansas attorney general
In Topeka on February 18, 1937, a crate of 20 jackrabbits arrived with $3 due from Oakley supporters for Attorney General Clarence V. Beck. Rabbits were placed on the state capitol grounds, while Beck, who had attempted to halt a Lane county rabbit hunt over smallpox fears, planned to dispose of them by giving them to the poor or to 200. The episode ends with Beck invited to another hunt and en route when the crate arrived.
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Clarence V. Beg
Oakley
Heck
Lane County
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American Legion
Will Johns
Emporia
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City Commission Discusses White Way Funding and Safety
The city commission held a quiet weekly meeting to review the White Way. If funds allow, intersection fight strength may be increased and a fuller assessment planned. Mayor Spalding is authorized to spend 75 dollars for a school children mental hygiene clinic, matching board of education funds. Fire Chief Ingels authorized to buy a new storage battery for the aerial track of the department.
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Weather forecast for Kansas with scattered details
Generally fair tonight and tomorrow with colder conditions in the north and east. Morning conditions indicate clear skies and fair roads with soft spots on dirt roads near Topeka and Pittsburg. Douglas County roads are fair with forecast temperatures and recent highs and lows noted.
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