Plans drafted for closing tax loopholes hearings planned
Washington Aug. 8 Plans by treasury and congressional experts to seal loopholes and raise 100000.90 to 206000000 a year are being drafted for study by a House tax subcommittee. John W Hanes invites private hearings to build a public opinion record for a comprehensive tax bill.
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Tension Over Danzig Eases Temporarily
Associated Press reports a temporary easing of tension over Danzig as Germany shifts focus to eastern Europe. Berlin seeks to clarify Hungary's stance on Carpatho Ukraine and potential neutrality while Britain and allies push for a final British French Soviet mutual assistance accord.
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Pershing urges a bigger United States Army
General John J. Pershing, back from Europe, says the regular army should be much larger and that France is ready for it. He notes uncertainty about a European war but believes preparation is prudent. Mayor Maurice J. Tobin also reports Britain reconciled to war and French cautious yet prepared.
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Europe Reacts to War of Nerves Amid Bombardment Fears
Associated Press reporter DeWitt MacKenzie describes Europe’s mental strain as the war of nerves spreads. In England citizens live under near wartime conditions with blackout tests and public guidance leaflets, while families seek shelter as sirens and fear rise across major nations.
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Statement on Shaw status promised in New Orleans
Ernest S. Clements head of the Louisiana conservation commission promised an afternoon statement on Dr. J A Shaw the key government witness in the Leche Weiss Burford conspiracy case Shaw has been shuffled between removal and reinstatement as minerals division director and his current status remains uncertain Shaw testified in Dallas that he was forced to sign an order to increase production in the Rodessa field under pressure from officials including former governor Leche Weiss and Burford
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Prisoner Freed After 41 Years in Richwood
Hes Dan Blue, 64, released from Stillwater prison after 41 years for murder and returns to a 50 cent a day prison-minted life. He adjusts to modern life with high speed cars planes radios and roads he never saw before. He recalls a buggy ride to town and marvels at progress around the little Minnesota town near Detroit Lakes.
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Head of Jackson Hospital Dies at 70 in Jackson La
Dr Jackson J. Ayo longtime head of the east Louisiana hospital since 1934 died yesterday at 70. Funeral from the home of his son in law State Senator Harvey Peltier of Thibodaux. He served as LaFourche parish physician for 40 years before joining the Jackson hospital. He is survived by three sons and his daughter Mrs Peltier.
Indictments Delayed Pending Monday Return
New Orleans district attorney Rene A. Veasca says no federal grand jury indictments were returned today as planned. Indictments against high state figures are now expected Monday after Assistant Attorney General C. John Rogge’s absence and late-night drafting. Rogge may return over the weekend from Dallas.
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Helen Vooros links group with Hitler in Dies hearing
Nineteen year old Helen Vooros testified before the Dies committee that a German American camp on Long Island fostered immorality and that she quit the band movement led by Theodore Dinkelacker. She described close boy and girl sections at Camp Siegfried and alleged improper supervision.
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Calhoun Named Acting Chief of Louisiana Tax Commission
W. F. Calhoun of Jena was made acting chairman of the Louisiana tax commission, filling the post left by F Warren Raggio. Spencer Phillips of Baton Rouge joined the commission after resigning as executive secretary of the Louisiana Teachers association. Wilson Williams of Arcadia became secretary of the state civil service commission, replacing Lorris M. Wimberly. A. C. Caillouet was named secretary of the tax commission, filling the vacancy from W. A. Tharpe's discharge.
Corn roast humor and union labeled fish headline
Dr. R. Birch Hoyle of London chuckles at Americans eating corn on the cob at a Pennsylvania corn roast. In Wildwood New Jersey a flounder weighing 3 12 pounds carries a label from the International Tobacco Workers Union on its scales. In Kansas City three baby squirrels fall from a tree, the mother injured, while Harold Allison takes two kits to a safe nest.
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Sinclair Oil Price Posts End as Prices Fall Across States
Sinclair Oil quits posting its crude oil prices in Texas Oklahoma New Mexico and Kansas creating market confusion after a string of 20 cent cuts. Danciger Oil Refineries and Bell Oil and Gas boosted prices in Texas and nearby basins while Arkansas officials enforce shutdown orders amid refinery disputes. Texas railroad commission launches stock investigation as producers face scrutiny.
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New Orleans Situation Splits City Political Machine in 1942
The Monroe News-Star reports tension in New Orleans as Mayor Robert S. Maestri weakens, with Old Regular and Longite factions clashing over patronage and control. Both wings run mayoral candidates, bets on divisions grow, and the city organization edges toward collapse.
Secret file reveals Tharpe in Louisiana Long regime probe
The East Baton Rouge grand jury probes Louisiana scandals with a photostatic file on Alice Lee Grosjean Tharpe a former Long aide turned informant. Tharpe who served as secretary of state and acting governor details political deals of Huey Long and successors while facing questions on her talks with investigators.
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Ouachita grand jury hears witnesses as indictments loom
The Ouachita parish grand jury examined two witnesses this morning and summoned two more for this afternoon. District Attorney Frank W. Hawthorne left early and would not comment on possible indictments. The only indictment so far is against Dr. Harvey Dillon for embezzlement, announced August 9. Senator Allen Ellender backed a cooperative or federal oil control to stabilize prices, noting states' rights would be preserved but production regulated.
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Princess Tsuneko Fushimi Dies After Long Illness
Princess Tsuneko Fushimi aged 57 consort of Admiral Prince Hiroyasu Fushimi chief of the naval general staff died in Atami Japan after a long illness ending a prominent imperial era naval family.
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Suspect Held in Soldier's Death at Marshfield
Marshfield Ore August 18 authorities hold Ellis Lee Maddox of Lake Charles La for questioning in the February death of Private Charles E. Jones a Fort Crockett Texas soldier shot on a southwest Louisiana highway after his car was stolen en route to Leesville Louisiana. A deputy from Lake Charles delays questioning until arrival.
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Ex-Governor Leche and Weiss Charged in Graft Case
Federal prosecutor accuses former Louisiana governor Richard Leche and Seymour Weiss of taking graft in a large oil deal tied to the Connally hot oil act. Freeman Burford, a Dallas oil operator, is dismissed from custody for lack of probable cause amid ongoing removal proceedings. The case centers on alleged payments totaling 148000 dollars and the role of Burford in the transaction.
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Squalus Nears Home After Second Lifting Tow
The United States submarine Squalus and 26 dead sailors near home after a second lifting and towing operation. Salvage teams hoisted the $4 million vessel from 160 feet down and towed it five miles to rest in 90 feet of water, with hopes to surface within two weeks and tow to Portsmouth Navy Yard. Thirty three survivors were rescued after the May 23 disaster off Portsmouth New Hampshire.
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Monkey Drivers On Highways Urged To Use Heads
A column urges motorists to shun reckless drivers described as monkey drivers. It warns that alcohol and distracted behavior endanger the public, calling for sane driving and safe roads.
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