27 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Logan Daily News
Location
Logan, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1937
Page
1
Coon Reichley, Logan’s Santa, expresses gratitude for the warm welcome from Logan residents. He has returned to his home near South Blooming after his appearance in Benton Township.
Miss Louise Campbell 28, granddaughter of steel magnate James A Campbell, awaits inquiry in jail after her mother Cordelia Campbell 55 died from a gunshot at the Campbell estate north of Youngstown Ohio on Christmas Eve. Det Luarde says the gun was fired twice and no charges yet filed.
A special Ohio senate committee began assembling leads on alleged legal graft in state agencies as it moves toward adjournment. The panel targets liquor and highway departments, with former Senator James Metzenbaum ready to subpoena witnesses about contract payments.
Everett Wilson a Spokane Portland and Seattle fireman was killed and John Mulloy a breakman was missing after a freight train crashed into a landslide and overturned six miles east of Washougal Washington last night.
Rear Admiral David M. Lebreton announced continued operations for the Pacific Patrol from San Pedro California stating ongoing support and readiness measures amid current tensions. The brief update confirms ongoing naval activities and command oversight in the area.
A House subcommittee proposes dividing firms by profit into three tax groups. Small earners of 25 000 or less would face a normal rate around 12 to 16 percent with no undistributed profits tax. Midrange firms would fall into a notch with taxes between the normal rate and the undistributed profits tax.
A day of forecasts from liberal and conservative Democrats signals an open intra party fight for control in the upcoming session. Many privately acknowledge a split that could carry into the 1940 national convention, with some welcoming the chance for a realignment of parties.
Robert H. Jackson as assistant attorney general drew wide interpretation today as a prelude to a broad administration anti trust campaign. Observers expect Roosevelt to urge legislation strengthening existing anti trust statutes and some predict a congressional investigation of alleged monopolies.
Pan American Airways Samoan Clipper lands in Auckland on December 27 after a three stage voyage. Captain Edwin O C Musick commands the 19 ton flying boat set for a four day mail and express service between the Antipodes and the United States, with a takeoff planned for Wednesday.
Ford Motor Company said it will appeal the NLRB decision ordering reinstatement of 29 employees and back pay for alleged union activity. NLRB had ruled Ford dominate a company union and discharged workers. Dearborn police arrested 286 union members distributing handbills outside the plant.
A man believed to be the Dayton robber who held up seven Lima area businesses fled after his car wrecked at a downtown intersection. Hen ry J. Roderer, driver for White Mountain Dairy, said he was forced to drive to near Wapakoneta before being ejected. The bandit stripped $106 fromcabs and stations and a diamond ring from a restaurant owner.
Former secretary of war Newton D. Baker will lie in state with military guard at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland. Funeral and burial at Lake View Cemetery follow services. Baker dies Christmas Day at 66, praised by Gen. Pershing as America’s greatest secretary of war.
Father F C Grusenmeyer, chaplain at the National Military Home in Dayton since 1986, died unexpectedly at his home. A native of Aville he served in a church and was chaplain at The Camp of Chillicothe during World War I.
The Associated Press reports Ohio recorded at least 35 violent deaths during the holiday weekend amid traffic accidents, shootings, and other incidents. Notable cases include a Canton auto-truck collision killing Marshall Fleming and his son, and multiple pedestrian fatalities.
Sam Mundy 64, a longtime railroad worker with Hocking Valley and C and O in Logan, died at his Route 31 home after a year of ill health. He retired last August after about 50 years in service. Survived by wife Loreann, son Thomas C. Peck, four daughters, two brothers, and one sister. funeral by Leonard Service.
New York authorities indicate Robert Irwin 29 sculptor may plead guilty to a lesser charge for the Easter Sunday killings of Ronnie Gedeon an artists model her mother Mrs Mary Gedeon and a roomer Frank Byrnes with a life sentence preferred over a first degree murder verdict according to the New York Times.
Funeral services were held Sunday for John Lewis aged 77 who died suddenly Friday morning at his Murray City home. Survived by son Melvin Lewis of Columbus and two daughters Anna Birdsell of Murray City and Ethel Milato of Cleveland.
Logan Christmas Eve saw Amos Dicken of the Dicken Addition win the Phi Sigma Chi cup for best decorated home. His display featured colored lights in every window and a yard arbor with mirrors creating a room filled Christmas tree illusion. Judges Tay Ascott Charles Floyd and Adam W. toured the city before awarding the prize.
Silas Wesley Clark 76 dropped dead on his steps at home on Route 75 three miles north of Logan about 9 30 this morning. Doctor A K Smith said death was due to apoplexy. Survivors include wife Lottie son Howard New Straitsville daughter Nellie Dawley Logan brothers Flare Carbon Hill Alonzo Mansfield sisters Mary Blosser Carbon Hill Laura Sweazy Columbus. Leonard Funeral Service handling arrangements.
New York reports the government charges against Nat Lukin Gussie Firstenberg and Solomon Harper in an international diamond smuggling ring. Seizure follows a two year Europe wide probe ending with arrests and extradition efforts. The Berengaria was set to bring the three defendants to America.
The Japanese claim complete occupation of Tsinan, Jiangsu capital of Shantung, as part of a broader push across the province. Analysts expect Tsingtao to be isolated and occupied without a beach assault, while nearly 300 Americans in Tsingtao prepare to seek refuge on U S ships if needed. A Japanese decree imposes military law on foreigners and penalties for crimes against Japanese forces, broadening control in conquered China.
Tokyo officials said the Panay incident ended with general satisfaction though US and Japanese views on the aviators’ motives diverged. Tokyo urged adherence to its own investigators findings while Washington relied on its naval board. the spokesman called the matter settled amicably and noted the contrast with past crises.
The state department termed the Panay bombing a closed incident though indemnity still to be fixed. Officials said the United States would monitor Japan to ensure no unlawful interference with American nationals and interests in China. Secretary Hull called Japan's promises of respect for American rights responsive to protests.
Insurgent troops and civilians defend two citadels in Teruel as government forces press the Aragon city. Government reports indicate the rebel positions remain strong despite ongoing attacks.
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