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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1935
Page
1
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Louisiana Democratic primary candidates argued to restore local self government. Rep. Cleveland Dear urged removing schools from politics and widening federal unemployment funds. Rep. John N. Sandlin pushed farm aid and predicted Roosevelt's return. They attacked Leche Maestri regime and touted old age pensions and free school books. Sam H. Jones led the event predicting overwhelming primary support.
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce seeks lodging for Louisiana Teachers association delegates. Albert J. Stone manages reservations as hotels fill and private-home rooms are reserved. The November 21-23 convention is expected to be the largest in the history of the organization amid proposed changes.
Special Prosecutor Thomas E. Dewey led 15 squads in surprise raids that rounded up 27 alleged usurers in Manhattan. The so called six for five boys lent $5 and demanded $6 next week, using threats to force new loans. The $1,000,000 a week racket drew profits of about $200,000 weekly from wage earners. Further arrests were indicated as the probe continues.
South Carolina motorists anticipate $3 license tags after Governor Johnston's militia backed coup ousts the 14 member highway commission. He replaces it with a six member board and aims to cut tag prices from $6-$8. The action follows a pledge to implement cheaper tags though most commissioners were appointed by his predecessor.
Sheriff Henry A. Reid announced a firm belief that the gulf coast strike dispute between the International Longshoremen's Association and steamship interests would be settled amicably at Lake Charles. He returned from Baton Rouge after conferring with Governor O. K. Allen about the gun battle that killed three special dock guards, and said the port would remain closed until Monday at 8 p.m. on information of an eventual peaceful settlement.
Flying Cadet Rhoe H. Harris of Cleburne Texas was killed and Lieutenant Walter S. Lee of Madog Indiana was injured when a training plane crashed near Rendolph Field in San Antonio Texas. Details of the accident were not immediately available.
Vice President John Nance Garner met Emperor Hirohito in Phoenix Hall at the Tokyo Imperial Palace. The audience lasted ten minutes with a private discussion not disclosed. Garner wore a cutaway suit and black shoes. Burns and Neville accompanied him before sailing to Manila for the Philippine commonwealth inauguration.
In Chicago on October 23 Henry J. Midget Fernekes, known as a small but noted desperado, killed himself in a detective bureau cell rather than return to prison. He had been recaptured after 12 weeks of freedom following a Joliet penitentiary escape on August 3. Police found him unconscious a hour after a 9 am interview. he died en route to Bridewell hospital. A coroner’s exam attributed death to poison. He was famed as an alleged slayer and student of chemistry.
SHREVEPORT La Oct 29 J N Campbell of Shreveport who filed last week as a candidate for public service commissioner is duly qualified P M Atkins ruled Monday Campbell noted Patton of Homer filed a protest but withdrew it Campbell went to Monroe to file but could not locate Atkins and filed Survey Ge Fields
Greg Simmons, 23, of Marion, wounding himself with a12 gauge shotgun while unloading after a squirrel hunt. Hishand and chest were struck. doctors expected amputation if recovery continues. Relatives in Marion include brother Dewey Simmons and sisters Mrs Edwards and Mrs Olver.
Dodge City dispatch reports Police Sergeant Jim Flanagan visited a doctor for a back ache. After a full examination the doctor suggests teeth extraction. Jim replies that he will remove his upper and lower plates but his back pain remains.
In San Francisco on October 29, experts described a brain surgery miracle where skull portions are removed, the brain treated outside the skull, then safely reinserted hours or weeks later. The technique advances removing diseased brain parts and returning them after cure, evolving from work at the University of California Medical Center.
Walter A. Costello a 29 year old coast guard petty officer was found dead in a ravine near Greensboro after four days. An open verdict from the coroner's inquest leaves investigators free to pursue a range of theories. Sheriff Phipps doubts mutilation and murder and favors self harm or death by exposure after wandering in the woods.
Federal Judge Randolph Bryant postponed until November 7 a hearing on an injunction restraining three Port Arthur and Beaumont area International Longshoremen's Association locals from picketing or interfering with Port Arthur port activities.
In St. Clair county near Acmar and Margaret mines, authorities guarded after yesterday's clash left one dead and six wounded. State officials considered martial law but no troops were sent as Governor Graves was away. Union leader Mitch pressed for action. company attorney Burr blamed the miners for the shooting.
In Tientsin October 29 Japanese military and diplomatic leaders pressed a hard line against Chinese authorities. Major General Haruo Tada, commander of the Japanese garrison, warned that Japan fears for the welfare of China's 400,000,000 people and for regional peace as it imposes liquidation of anti-Japanese and anti-Manchukuoan elements.
Hollywood reports grave anxiety over the condition of Mac Marsh a former screen star and Gordon Westcott a young polo playing actor. Four other prominent film figures were hospitalized with less serious injuries or illnesses as the day unfolded.
In New Orleans on an October date, local nursing groups held a convention to coordinate union activities and discuss professional standards for nurses across Louisiana. Representatives from multiple associations attended to review ongoing credentialing and advocacy efforts.
Eleven year old Charlotte McNelley and four year old Betty fled New Orleans seeking Dallas Georgia. A passing motorist offered help guiding them toward the right road. They were encouraged to stay for supper before continuing their plan to reach country lanes near Atlanta. Franklin Delano McNelley, 10 months, remained behind.
Governor C K Allen remains a candidate for Huey Long’s senate seat as anti administration aspirants for minor offices are disqualified. The Democratic state central committee backed Allen amid disputes over January primary representation. Strong regional opposition persists in St Bernard Plaquemines and Jefferson parishes.
Washington reports authoritative sources indicate the AAA will set the 1935 corn loan at 45 cents per bushel. The decision followed a six to one national referendum in favor of a new production control program next year. Formal announcement expected within hours as conferences continue.
The case against Ben Forbito, arrested after a traffic collision at DeLlard and North Twenty Third streets, was dismissed. A News-Star report had misidentified him as a negro, an error corrected in the updated account.
Italian forces push 25 miles into Ethiopia from Adigrat as League of Nations sanctions tighten. Mussolini imposes a six item food regulation effective November 5 including meat limits and restaurant restrictions while increasing fish production. Ethiopian resistance and air patrols accompany the ongoing Somaliland advance toward Makale and Harar.
Italian forces pushed deeper into Ethiopia as the League of Nations faced pressure over Mussolini's imperial campaign. Reports from Associated Press describe continued advances and strategic moves in the interior despite international criticism and sanctions.
In New Orleans on an October date ships are being rescued from a marine graveyard to address a shortage of American vessels for cotton trade overseas. Representative John J. Fitzpatrick remarks on the effort and the need to rebuild maritime capacity.
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