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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1936
Page
2
A collage of war updates and public interest items touches on Italian raids over a city, Haile Selassie’s retreat, Marilyn Miller’s death, and marriage troubles. It also notes economic commentary by Winthrop Aldrich and aviation feats by Amy Johnson, plus reflections on future peace and the Italian Ethiopians episode.
In Washington six hundred hunger marchers from the Unemployed Workers' Alliance marched to present a petition to President Roosevelt. After a 30 minute meeting with Secretary McIntyre, David Lasser warned of a larger hunger march next summer if no jobs are created.
Senate subcommittee on labor hears testimony from organized labor men about a surge of machine guns tear gas and police clubs into industrial centers to counter strikes and unrest. J P Harris a Portsmouth Ohio steel worker testifies about Wheeling Steel arming and company police arming to guard property amid theft and fire threats.
The loss of James M. Beck, longtime public figure and constitutional law expert, shocks Americans. Born 1861 in Philadelphia, Beck served as U S attorney for the eastern district of Pennsylvania, assistant attorney general, solicitor general, and three-term congressman. He left the Democratic Party over silver, later aligned with Republican leadership, and retired citing a rubber stamp Congress. He remained active in public life until his death at his Washington residence from coronary thrombosis.
Congress debated taxes and relief funding as Democratic members on the Ways and Means Committee drafted a revenue bill aimed at about 799 million dollars in next year’s taxes. Rep. A P Lamneck urged a 20 to 22 percent rate on corporate income and repeal of dividend exemptions. WPA head Harry L Hopkins urged compliance with a 1.5 billion relief request for 1937. Roosevelt reconciled tensions after Maj. Gen Hagood was reassigned to Sixth Corps area in Chicago, replacing Frank McCoy.
Former president Plutarco Elias Calles and three senior officials were ousted by the Mexican government for allegedly threatening the country’s welfare. They were flown from Mexico City to Brownsville, Texas, then to an undisclosed location abroad.
The District of Columbia Supreme Court refused to enjoin the Black Senate committee from using telegrams seized from William R. Hearst. Chief Justice Wheat ruled the court had no jurisdiction over the committee and found no freedom of the press issue. Elisha Hanson said he would appeal, likely to the U.S. Supreme Court. The committee also heard Fred G. Clark defend Crusader lobbying claims.
SEADQUARTERS of the Japanese army in Manchukuo announced the arrest of five Mongolian officials tied to the Manchukuoan government on charges of being Soviet agents and soon to face court martial. Lin Sheng, governor of Northern Hsingan, was named among them. The accusations claim collaboration with Russia and supplying Outer Mongolia.
The author argues the AAA and its sibling farm board remain contentious as critics highlight large corporate payments and questionable beneficiaries. He notes Sen Vandenberg exposed vast sums to corporations, calls for reform toward soil conservation, and predicts a stronger, less extravagant farm aid future guided by practical, administrator leaders.
Glenn Halberg a thirteen-year-old farm boy from South Bend Indiana reportedly hanged himself after being sent to bed for refusing to wash dishes. Deputies said the body was found suspended from rafters in the upper story of a neighbor's house where he was staying while his parents visited in Chicago. The youth had become morose due to his parents' absence.
A compact note on promoting digestive health using Pierce's Pleasant Pellets. It links liver and bowels with stomach balance, urging regular use for cleansing effects and smoother digestion. The message emphasizes health benefits and a routine for better gut function.
A reflection on how attaining fame brings costs beyond public attention as personal life becomes subject to scrutiny and intrusion. The piece notes the clash between public desire for celebrity access and the individual's right to private space.
A testimonial advertises Cuticura Soap and Ointment for external skin conditions. It features Miss R. Zebrowski of Bristol Connecticut who credits relief from pimples after using the products and invites free samples from Cuticura, Dept. 17, Malden, Mass.
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