29 Jun 1939
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
1
Fragmented text describes a fatal incident at a Wisconsin lake with references to a law enforcement action and a person named Pees. details are garbled but imply a trapped or slain event and ongoing investigation.
A report describes a fatal incident on Memorial Day near Indianapolis involving Jon Fern Millikan and bystanders including Mrs Milikan and her daughter Jacqueline. Officials say a vehicle struck, with other family members and witnesses affected by the crash. details remain unclear in the fragmented account.
New York stock market fell the widest in two weeks amid heavy selling tied to the diplomatic crisis between Germany and Poland. Kansas City indicts H F McElroy, longtime manager under the Tom Pendergast era, on a conspiracy charge for exploiting city funds.
The 76th Congress is recorded for unprecedented appropriations with total bills nearing 11.5 billion dollars. House and Senate actions push fiscal measures across defense and relief while conference talks may adjust totals before July 1 readiness.
Washington. Secretary of the Treasury Morgenthau warned that failure to enact the president’s emergency money powers could thrust the United States back to the 1930s, jeopardizing farmers and the economy. He noted potential tax and silver price shifts, and cautioned against Senate amendments that limit actions. Another Treasury official cited U.S. leverage in pressuring Britain not to devalue, claiming two weeks of December talks prevented a major gain for Britain in world markets.
New York reports Louis will earn about 100000 for an 11 minute 29 second fight with Tony Galento. The bout, valued around 300000 including radio rights, had Louis at 40 percent of the purse and Galento at 60 percent.
Washington June 29 The huger 1 408 300 relief bill was spedial step nearer passing today as congress worked against time to get final approval by tomorrow. The House approved the measure with amendments and sent it to conference to resolve differences before final action.
The Penny Ice Fund donations rise steadily as applications from families in need for relief increase. Lions Club sponsors urge applicants to visit The Reporter or Hodge and Darnall to file names and addresses, with no publication of recipients. Total donations reach 178.06 with todays 13.56 addition, plus a five dollar contribution from the U S Ma.
Citizens Loan and Trust Company of Lebanon plans an all day open house Saturday July 1 celebrating forty years since its 1890 founding. The bank opens for regular business 4 am to 9 pm with additional hours 9 am to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm for visitors. Staff will explain services while congratulatory messages pour in from Indiana bankers and local leaders.
President Roosevelt fronts a White House dispute with administration leaders pledging to resist Senate attempts to curb his emergency powers over the monetary system. Morganthau warned of risk if the Senate curbs devaluation while the President commands a long struggle across Capitol Hill to push tax and monetary provisions and maintain gold content policy.
Indianapolis, Ind. Superior Judge Herbert E. Wilson of Marion County ruled against the state Gross Income Tax Division in a landmark decision. He ordered $12,154.65 refunded to Harbison-Walkers Refractory Co of East Chicago, finding that fire brick used in the manufacture of other goods is taxed at only one half of one percent.
New York June 29 Pan American Airways Dixie Clipper completed the first regular commercial aviation crossing of the Atlantic landing at Horta in the Azores at 6 52 A M EDT carrying 22 passengers including six women. The flight from Port Washington N Y began yesterday afternoon covering 15 hours 40 minutes before a one hour refueling stop at Horta before proceeding to Lisbon for an overnight stay and with plans to reach Marseilles France at 11 A M EDT tomorrow.
Indiana turnout salutes Paul V. McNutt with a massive welcome home parade in Indianapolis. President Roosevelt cabinet nerves cited him as a top presidential prospect, with Frank McHale and others signaling no third term for Roosevelt. The crowd-filled event includes bands, flags, and thousands of marchers converging on Monument Circle and the Hotel English.
Britain warns Germany it will defend international law with unchallengeable armaments reinforced by a united British people. Viscount Halifax to expound policy as Poland vows to resist any Nazi move in Danzig or the corridor. British and Polish leaders stress readiness to act to keep Europe from domination.
A Boone jury awarded Herbert Ransburg of Indianapolis 20000 damages against The Company Inc and others for injuries from a December 17 collision at Central and Thirty-second streets. Ransburg suffered a concussion and lasting injuries after walking across the intersection. The trial, held in Marion Superior Court, ended after a brief deliberation. defense attorneys and local jury members are listed.
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