Democrats Battle Over Relief Bill Cuts in Congress
In Washington the House balked at Roosevelt’s relief request, voting against the entire $875 million WPA continuation to June 30. Democratic whip Boland and 16 assistants met leadership to push resolving the $150 million reduction while Keefe blasted, and conservatives accused Republicans of blocking a record vote on the deficiency bill.
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Missouri
Hopkins Says Senate Erred on Relief Politics Proposal
Former WPA head Harry L Hopkins told a Senate commerce committee he believes the chamber erred last session by rejecting a move to bar political activity in relief. He defended his nomination for commerce secretary while urging passage of the Hatch amendment or, second, placing relief functions under civil service. The hearing ended with a vote anticipated Wednesday and executive session to follow.
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New Mexico
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New York
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Repub
Regents to Meet Over Succession At State Teachers Colleges
The state board of regents faces two vacancies in State Teachers colleges within a day and is expected to convene soon to discuss successors. George M. Snodgrass, 59, of La Crosse State Teachers College, died yesterday of pneumonia, as Prilip H. Falk of Stevens Point Teachers College was named superintendent of Modern schools succeeding R. W. Boras, who resigned to join a publishing house.
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Madison deports its nonresident relief recipients
Madison Wisconsin. nonresident relief recipients are being deported. Seven families totaling 11 adults and 27 children were sent back to their former homes as the city cannot bear the cost of care. Hearings on eight more cases were scheduled within a week. Judge Roy H. Proctor ordered removal with final and unappealable effect. The city relief director said no compensation is received for administering nonresident relief or educating nonresident children, and nonresidents hold 25 percent of WPA jobs. A community representative noted housing shortages but the judge said Madison’s housing is also acute and nonresidents comprise a quarter of relief cases.
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Oshkosh Mayor Wiechering not seeking reelection
Oshkosh mayor Charles A Wiechering announced he will not seek the March primary, ending a six year city government stretch. He cites health and a wish to rest from municipal duties while thanking voters for their support. The field for mayor remains open with several names mentioned, including Reinhold Reetz and Pius Jungwirth seeking other offices.
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Wisconsin solons back Gost-Price farm bill stance
Washington dispatch reports two Wisconsin legislators support a Gost-Price production cost bill. Senator Frazier from North Dakota introduced the bill in the senate with Wisconsin backers including Senator La Follette and eight Wisconsin representatives led by Gehrmann and Lemke. The measure is pitched as a nonpartisan response to Secretary Wallace's farm program challenge with cross party and administration support, preserves some AAA features but rejects production limitation.
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Clintonville Taxpayers Seek Recall of Mayor
Clintonville Wisconsin residents file petitions to recall Mayor Ala A. Washburn on charges of failure to enforce laws and ordinances and permitting improper payments to employees. Petitioners allege violations of ethical rules and accuse a small group of defeated and disgruntled citizens of crafting the move.
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Alcatraz Prison Break: Five Convicts Capture Under Fire
Five inmates including Arthur Barker attempted to break from Alcatraz in thick fog. Barker and Dale Stamphill were seriously wounded as guards opened fire. Martin, McCain, and Young surrendered after Barker and Stamphill fell, with all five confined to the rock.
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Hunt Kidnapers Of Mine Expert
Mexico City federal troops and state police hunted kidnapers of Milo M Webb a United States mining engineer snatched from his car near Guanajauto Webb a Phoenix resident and Mexican worker Alfonso Aldama were seized in a mountainous area while Amparo Mining Company officials said no convict had been identified and a warning note found in Webbs car.
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Defense For Guam To Be A Live Topic In Congress
Washington plan for immediate fortification of Guam as part of Roosevelt’s 552 million defense program sparks furious congressional debate. A naval board proposes a major base on the island to protect the Philippines, Hawaii, and U.S. coasts and enable fleet operation in emergencies. Vinson backs impregnable Guam while lawmakers seek hearings to scrutinize spending.
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Great Britain Backs France If War With Italy Looms
Britain informs Italy that it will stand with France in any conflict, signaling a shift from appeasement. The status of Chamberlain Mussolini talks is seen as failing, possibly hardening the democracies versus dictatorships.
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Bills Totaling 3000 Submitted by Doctors in Duncan Prosecution
Milwaukee-7. County board received bills totaling 3000 for services of eight physicians and psychiatrists who testified for the state in the prosecution of Thomas M. Duncan. The largest bill was 675 from Dr H Douglas Singer Chicago psychiatrist for one consultation and three days in court. Corporation Counsel Oliver L O'Boyle called the bills high but said the Duncan case was a major criminal prosecution and the county had to be prepared for any contingency. Duncan, then executive secretary to ex Gov Phip La Fell tie, faced fourth degree manslaughter and received a Christmas pardon from La Follette.
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Wisconsin Lawmakers Probe Industry Outflow Why
Madison bill seeks a fact finding committee to determine if industry is leaving Wisconsin and the reasons why. Sponsors include Terr Getelman and Neilson with Hanson and Mike. The measure targets state and county impacts, infrastructure needs, and tax considerations amid proposed reforms.
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Weather Forecast From The Bay To The North
A weather summary notes warmer temperatures across northern regions with increasing precipitation. The report cites observatory data and predicts rain or snow in limited areas as forecasts extend into Thursday with possible storm remnants in the east.
Snow Covers Wide Areas Across Several States
Snow fell in many sections including New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, and parts of the Midwest and Northwest. Temperatures plunged with lows near ten below in some locales while forecasts warned of continued cold and further snow bands spreading from North Dakota to Iowa and Wisconsin.
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Progressives Block Vote Of Unanimity
Wisconsin Senate Progressives blocked repeal of a reorganization act affecting 26 departments in a bid to restore former status. Senate vote 20 10 11 fell short of two thirds. Assembly schedules final action Tuesday with a public hearing. Leaders plan to reconvene and press final action within the 10 day limit.
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Kenosha
Charles H. Judd
Carl M. Nelson
Medford
John E. Youngs
Oconto
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Bayfield
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Heil dismisses eight who held counsel office
Governor Heil terminates eight special counsel contracts for the attorney general. The moves affect Gordon Sinkin of Madison and seven Milwaukee and Madison lawyers, with daily and lump sums cited. Some invoices had already been paid, and the office expects reduced special counsel costs.
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