Governor Appeals for Relief as Wisconsin Face Funding Shortfalls
Governor La Follette appeals to federal officials as Wisconsin faces a second cut in September relief funds. Jed W. Briggs notes a $750,000 mid month allotment to bridge to October WPA payments, while total September shortfall could reach $1,000,000, placing county governments and relief recipients at risk of reduced aid and delayed first pay checks.
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Wisconsin
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la’ Failevie
Jed W. Briggs
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Aubrey Williams
Washington
Howard Hunter
Chicago
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Hopkins
Grant
Williams
Aim
Madison La Follette Signs County Judge Salary Law
Governor La Follette signed multiple bills including a county judge salary law that fixes annual pay at the board meeting before the judge’s election and bars changes during the term. Also approved were licensing rules for workmen compensation hearings, Barron highway funds reimbursement, bank closing licensing, and securities regulation adjustments.
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Industrial Commission
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Federal Deposit Insurance Carnose
La Follette Halts Threatening Code Dues Letters
Governor orders cessation of threatening letters about code dues after officials discuss responsibility. The code authority and recovery administrator say they have no direct supervisory power, leaving enforcement to the code authority.
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la Follette
Siate ‘Ton Fa Nen
Whittet
Meat prices control case opens in Wallace hearing
Defense delays ruling due to illness of a packer official as the government charges that 12 meat packers conspired to fix southern prices from 1927 to 1933. Agriculture attorney C E Miles presented a letter tied to Armour & Co and Hill's Cleveland dealer, while the defendants deny any monopoly or minimum price scheme.
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South
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Agriculture Department
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Miles
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Hill
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Memphis
Walllace
Armour &Co
Chicago
Abraham Brothers Tennessee & Memphis Eit, & Co
VV & Cor
Pac
Explosion Kills Man and Two Sons in Maryville
A tragic blast in Maryville Wisconsin claims the lives of a father and his two sons. Local authorities report no further details yet as investigators cordon off the scene and question witnesses.
Death sentences reported after Albanian unrest
Gen. Lton De Gagh tor of the Albanian army announced Aug 15 near Fie Aithou as the Albanian government denied internal difficulties. Many persons were arrested in what was reported as a crackdown on a plot to rebel against the government.
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Rehelen
Gambling devices are in poor taste for church says bishop
Harwood condemns gambling devices as improper for church use stressing not only illegality but also the harm to observance and moral tone. He urges church leadership to set an example and avoid enabling gambling practices.
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Harwood
Jury rules Dr. Weiss died of pistol wounds in head chest abdomen
In Baton Rouge a coroner jur y ruled that Dr Carl A Weiss Jr died from pistol wounds to the head chest and abdomen in the Huey Long assassination. The proceedings included testimony from John Fred Odom and Reverend Gerald L K Smith as the case continued in open court.
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Huey P. Long
Thomas A. Bird
Sy Alan Coogan
United Press
2U.P
John Fred Odom
East Baton Rouge Parish
Hiney P. Long
Gerald L. K. Smith
Longs Share-Ourearth
Carl Jr
Long
John Suprem
GCC camp tragedy linked to tractor accident
A member of the GCC camp was killed in a tractor incident, with witnesses noting damage and a chaotic scene as investigators assess the event. The casualty details and party involvement remain under review.
Barber Code Validity Test In Judge Zimmermann Case
Fragmentary notes describe a test of barber codes and a court appearance before Judge Zimmermann on September 34. The text mentions Alpert W and Madson, with reference to a new code from the outlet and uncertain details.
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Alpert W
Barker
AG. Zimmermaan i
Ned Madson
Sage Wen Ie
Sudden Gale Tamps Lake Winnebago Damage
Sheriff Edward Abell and deputies rushed to Lake Winnebago in the county patrol boat after an emergency call near three in the afternoon. A sudden storm struck Riverside and the surrounding area, causing extensive damage and wrecking havoc along the shoreline as rescuers searched for possible victims.
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Edward Abell
Leff Riverside
Lake Winnebago
Storm safety advisory urges staying home after survey
A preliminary storm damage survey warns residents to stay home whenever possible as debris and downed wires create hazards. Officials emphasize avoiding streets with live wires and dangerous debris to prevent hazardous traffic and injuries.
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Cyclone Damages Sweep Oshkosh Area and City
Reports say a cyclone damaged many farm buildings southwest of Oshkosh and toppled telephone and electric lines in the city. Several homes were moved or damaged by fallen trees as wires and poles were uprooted. Damage totals are expected to be substantial.
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Earie
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Sears
Electing President in Philippines Amid Hazy Ballot
The Philippines voters go to the polls to choose a president and vice president as part of a new independent era. Officials estimate turnout near seventy percent, with turnout shaping the coalition’s favored candidate and the future cabinet.
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UPI
Philippines
Innupu
Cotaa
Sula
Plan for economic boycott against Italy in Ethiopia war
United Nations League discussions reveal a preliminary British backed proposal for a general economic blockade against Italy if she invades Ethiopia. France would join in collective sanctions while aiming to limit the scope of measures to restrain aggression.
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Associated Press
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Italy
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Russia
Maxim Litvinoff
Panama
Irish Free State
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Plans for Revolt of Southern Democrats Announced by Leader
A leader announces plans for a revolt of Southern Democrats. He accuses the Tae government in Tealizes of seeking ascendancy and argues the proposed constitutional amendment is out of order. He asserts the people have not been defeated yet.
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