27 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Marshall Daily News
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1930
Page
1
An editorial argues that lowering passenger fares and freight rates could erode railroad revenue, weighing the long term costs against short term savings. It warns that cheaper rides may shrink revenue, depress wages, and threaten national prosperity as highways funding and indirect taxes shift the burden.
The article cites President Coolidge on economic policy and government interference, discusses the need for fair returns on investments in railroads oil and metals, and notes the death of Dr E J Marshall a homeopathic physician known for his comforting bedside manner. It reflects social views and local recollections from a historical paper.
United Press reports Governor elect Wilber M. Brucker backs creating an assistant director of conservation for the upper peninsula with a Lansing office retaining final say. The Manistique office would move to Marquette with expanded staff, while upstate governance would operate largely apart from Lansing. A local druggist in Ironwood seeks the post, but sources note political realities may block the appointment.
An unnamed rail industry veteran predicts a wave of rate reductions across lines west of the Mississippi and eastern routes as railroads move to recapture passenger traffic lost to buses planes and autos. The first move cited is the St Louis San Francisco and rival lines lowering fares to two cents a mile with more reductions expected as carriers seek to regain business.
Alexander Paterson, the English commissioner of prisons, leaves for the United States to study American penal institutions and gang activity. He aims to meet Al Capone and other gang leaders, visiting several cities in an itinerary arranged with Sanford Bates. Paterson seeks firsthand insight into machine gun terror and gang networks shaping prisons.
William E. Renkes, 65, Clarksville farmer, died after his car skidded and overturned on U S 16 in Michigan. He collapsed at the wheel from excitement caused by the crash. his wife was uninjured. He had been visiting a son in Grand Rapids and was en route home.
Senator George W. Norris of Nebraska rejects bolting the Republican Party for a third party. He says many Nebraska voters still back Republicans and will vote that way, but he aims to abolish the electoral college when the new Congress meets. He argues a new party cannot arise from a small leadership group and prefers to push progressive ideas within the GOP.
High society in Washington and New York gathered for Miss Helen Eames Doherty, daughter of Mrs. Doherty. The Mayflower Hotel hosted lavish decorations as dignitaries, diplomats, and Vice President Curtis attended. The debutante, twenty, fluent in seven languages, entered with Marquis George MacDonald as her partner.
Chicago uncovering a national stock fraud case involves forged Fox Film “A” certificates and other firms. Louis Liss allegedly sold $25,000 of counterfeit stock to Stein, Alstrin & Co. Authorities report $89,000 worth of forgeries recovered in Chicago and a wider check-up begun to verify circulating stock.
Two bombings occurred in widely separated Chicago sections last night causing more than 20,000 in damages and injuring three people. Police intensified the hunt for a persistent sabotage gang believed linked to recent blasts at major buildings including the Merchandise Mart and the Furniture Mart.
Rosemary Johnson sues William Lodge II for 20090, alleging breach of promise after a campus romance at the University of Illinois. She produced letters Lodge allegedly wrote saying goodbye. Lodge, son of a Monticello utilities operator and college friend of Johnson since 1927, disputes the claim, citing lack of funds.
The charity ball lists patrons Miss Lada Beardaley and Mr and Mrs Swartwout, Gox, Clayborn, with four subscribers anonymous. Tickets sold at drug stores, limited by door counts to avoid crowding. Mrs. F R Cargill handling reservations for card play, two seats per dance or card table. separate tickets required.
Lansing dispatch reports the 1931 Michigan legislature faces major tax battles, with an anticipated income tax proposal from a state commission and renewed efforts to alter or repeal existing taxes. Debate will also cover sales and property taxes, highway funds, and local school funding plans that could cost the state billions. Strong factions in Detroit and other areas expect heated clashes as adjournment looms.
A Battle Creek motorist Myron Bartnett failed to slow as an accident scene was waved off by Sheriff Colby and Deputy Harther. His Ford sedan crashed into Deputy Harther’s Buick, forcing officers to jump to safety as Colby dodged the collision. The wreck left Harther’s car damaged while Bartnett’s Chrysler coupe was lightly damaged and Bartnett’s female companion was shaken but uninjured. Concluded on Page 2.
The disturbance over northern Georgia intensified and moved northeast to the North Atlantic coast bringing heavy rain and some sleet. New York City reported 1.32 inches, Washington D C 0.94 inches. Light precipitation continues across the Great Lakes region with generally mild, cloudy conditions and no significant cold spell expected this weekend.
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