08 Apr 1935
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1935
Page
1
Spring storms produced a scattered pattern of death and destruction in the South, while the West Coast faced floods from heavy rains. The known death toll stood at 31, with most fatalities caused by tornadoes, lightning, and floodwaters as the surge continued.
Wisconsin residents were told to expect a warmer afternoon as the federal weather bureau forecast near normal to five degrees above in the state after recent below normal temperatures. Strong north winds from Canada followed a high pressure system linked to storms across the South, with floods and heavy rains affecting California and Texas. Marooned motorists and disrupted services were reported in northern California and Pennsylvania. snow and rain also eased farmers in the Midwest while dust storms persisted in the western plains.
Milwaukee priest Rev Michael J Kallok says Bruno Hauptmann examined plans of Charles Lindberghs Hopewell estate before the crime and would tell what he knows if it helps. State police and federal investigators dismissed the tale as improbable and offered no comment.
A. W. Briggs state relief administrator proposes replacing weekly grocery orders with cash assistance for relief clients. He argues cash simplifies administration, enhances client purchasing power, and could reduce costs in some counties, while urging county relief directors to submit figures if cash relief is adopted.
Madison reports a sharp rise in income tax receipts with authorities noting higher per capita payments and broadened collections. Officials cite the effect of new policies and enforcement actions, while observers point to revenue gains across multiple sectors and potential impacts on local services.
By Webb Miller United Press European News Manager reports a survey of European capitals shows widespread preparation for war. Leaders and citizens express fear, with rumors of air raid drills and universal enlistment measures amid tense alliances and growing defense spending.
Sarazen sits atop the field midway through the national event as Angueis and others struggle with sub par play. Several players show mixed form with notable performances and errors. the leaderboard remains unsettled as the round progresses and key figures chase a strong finish.
British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald announced with Sir John Simon that the government will form a delegation to the Stresa conference with Italy and France. The reply came in Parliament amid questions about the relationship and aims for the talks scheduled for Thursday.
Frum Wieenm reports a tangled situation in a general news item with mentions of Monneenia Gruthas and various vague entities. The fragmentary text references dates and local actions but remains unclear on outcomes or concrete events.
Final official figures show election results in Uneolkenny with Catholic, Polish, and socialist votes, total 234,950. Socialists complain of mistreatment and beatings during campaigns as parties vie for control. the counted totals include CDU, Socialists, Communists, and German National Front fighters.
Washington editor Mary Le Neupking reports that Hopkins faces GOP criticism over work relief funding and executive power. Senator Vandenberg calls the push for vast grants alarming while Roosevelt plans to return to Washington to review the bill amid protests on land use and conservation.
President Roosevelt, tanned from tropical sun, boards a special tram to New York for the funeral of Warren Delano Robbins. A relief bill moves quickly through Congress, funding the president’s campaign to end relief. Observers note his healthful appearance as he shifts focus to Washington to handle urgent administration matters.
Gebe Williams a 14 year old boy confessed to killing Kathryn Kline seven year old missing daughter of an oil worker. The body was found in a shed on the youth father’s farm after beaten with a ten pound rock. Lesier Cook said Williams aided search as a neighbor and the case involved two families living near each other. Williams is 14.
A breaking lake rescue pulled two individuals from Breakwater Lake amid risky conditions. Authorities coordinated swift response teams and safety crews to bring both people to shore unharmed.
Fragmented OCR notes mention a general fee of 5 for sportsmen who want to contribute with unclear context. The text includes garbled phrases and broken names making it difficult to identify full facts, dates, or entities.
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