Leche Guilty Verdict Shocks Louisiana Politics
In federal court the former governor Leche was found guilty in under an hour after a trial arising from a kickback scheme involving Abernathy and Younger over overpriced state trucks. Prosecutors argued a $116,571.88 overcharge and $53,000 loot, while Leche denied receipt and highlighted his business ventures since leaving office.
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Highway Commission
George Younger
Lecal Motor
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James Thomas
Abernathy
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Huey P. Long
Malcome LaFargue
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Chicago
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GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Ol Capsules Kidney Relief Ad
Advertisement urges use of Gold Medal Haarlem Ol Capsules to flush poisons and aid kidney and bladder problems. Claims may relieve nocturnal urination and other symptoms such as burning urine backache leg cramps and puffy eyes. Warns to get original and refuse substitutes.
Spring Garden Show Details at June 6 7 8
The Spring Garden Show runs June 7 8 with judging before opening and ribbons for top placements. Exhibits include flowers vegetables and artistic arrangements, with entries accepted June 6 8 am to 11 am and show ends 6 pm June 8 with vegetable sales after.
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Danvers
J. R. Filhoil
J. S. Sims
E. W. Earl
C. B. Hammett
Robert Cann
W. J. Lowe
Roy Welch
Gene Berry
C. E. Feazel
C. G. Simmons
W. A. Roach
Lillian Camp
Billie Luton
A. O. Wright
M. F. Moncrieff
Four Die in Plane Crash Near Los Angeles Airport
An early report states four people were killed when a twin engined DC-5 plowed through a fence and flower bed after takeoff from Los Angeles airport. Witnesses noted the craft gained speed as the pilot attempted to rise from a sideslip. Investigators cannot yet determine the cause. The DC-5, a high wing transport, aimed at 250 to 260 mph, represents Douglas’ latest airliner.
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Los Angeles
Douglas
Allies plan Halifax shipment as planes arrive from U S
Allied air forces bring most planes from the Midwest and South for shipment to Europe via Halifax. Reports from Genoa note Manhattan sailing delayed to noon tomorrow due to crowd of Americans leaving Italy. Czechoslovak fliers claim 41 German planes downed. 12 by one sergeant and seven by a lieutenant. London papers say Germans lost about 500,000 men in Flanders effort. Hitler orders release of Dutch prisoners who fought as soldiers. Fifth columnists in France armed and numerous. Belgian frontier soldiers shot by civilians. Argentina protests Germany over sinking of the freighter Uruguay off Spain.
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France
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Miniature Choo Choo Completed by San Francisco Club
A two year effort by the San Francisco Model Railroad club yields a 1500 foot long miniature railroad at 148th standard size. The project used 30,000 miniature ties and 120,000 spikes.
Louisiana Governor Talks with Roosevelt on Oil and Scandals
The Louisiana governor planned a Tuesday meeting with President Roosevelt and Monday talks with Assist. Sec. Louis Johnson, Sec. Henry Wallace, and Sec. Harold Ickes about oil issues, with Attorney General Jackson to discuss possible new federal evidence. He also outlined a state budgeting reform, centralized finances, and a Red Cross drive appeal.
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Louis Johnson
Henry Wallace
Interior
Harold Ickes
Louisiana
Robert Jackson
Jesse Jones
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
F. C. Harrington
John M. Carmody
Raburn Monroe
New Orleans
American Red Cross
Congress Weighs Guard Call and Powers
Senators express skepticism about granting presidential authority to mobilize the national guard. War department officials note the president can call the guard for invasion or to quell insurrection if Congress declares a national emergency. The guard numbers about 225000 enlisted and 15000 officers, separate from the regular army.
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Austin
Guard
National Guard
War Department
New Fiscal Code Proposal Outlines Auditing Structure
The plan assigns L. B. Baynard as head of a new auditing department at a daily rate plus expenses. The legislature would name an auditor after 1944 to represent it and the people in assessing compliance with authorizations. New roles include a director of finance, a budget officer, and a controller.
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L. B. Baynard
Gover
Ouachita Valley Scout Council Calls Executive Board Meeting
President A B Clarkson announced a 2 30 today call meeting of the Ouachita Valley Scout council executive board to establish definite camping policies. Board members across the area have been notified and are expected to attend.
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Ouachita Valley Scout Council
A. B. Clarkson
State agencies to be revamped under governor plan
The governor proposes a major reorganization: the tuberculosis commission becomes part of a public service department, four independent agencies are created including LSU and a department of justice led by the attorney general. The auditor would shift to a concurrent legislative-elect system after 1944, and a governor appointed executive cabinet would advise. Bills require constitutional amendments to abolish current boards, with some agencies continuing in their present form. Between 1870 and 1875 about two and a half million buffaloes were killed annually.
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Department of Justice
Department of Personnel
L. B. Baynard
Citizens’s
Citizens’ Boards
F. Edward Hebert
Griffenhagen
Griffenhagen and Associates
Jones
Board of Tax Appeals
Lemon Juice Remedy For Rheumatic Pain Promoted
An old home remedy advertises Ru-Ex Compound mixed with a quart of water and four lemons to relieve rheumatic or neuritic pain within 48 hours. The product is sold with a moneyback guarantee and is promoted by Sandman’s Pharmacy and other drug stores.
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Sandman
Parachute Jump Tip From Instructor In Civilian Pilot School
Instructor Johnny Maggi warns students during a Civilian Pilots school jump to grip the ripcord ring. Losing it can cost $2.25, a warning amid training in Oakland California.
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