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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1935
Page
5
The Nye committee urges strong laws to curb naval contract collusion and keep patents from foreign powers. It proposes limiting profits, requiring shipbuilders to register lobbyists and disclose finances, and notes suspected price hikes and delays in wartime vessel costs.
Senate leaders expressed intent to delay the extension of the $500 million tax until July while new tax proposals aim to raise about $340 million mainly from inheritance and gifts. The plan would raise rates on high earners and corporate income, but supporters say it could reduce reliance on nuisance taxes within a year.
The Roosevelt administration creates the National Youth Administration to place youths 16 to 25 in private industry, provide training, and offer work relief. Al Smith Roche and Aubrey Williams oversee programs under the works progress administration to fund schooling and job opportunities with monthly stipends.
John Hughes Johnson chosen to direct a small segment of the $4 billion works relief schedule with four conditions. He will serve without pay, receive $7 500 for expenses, his term ends Oct 1 unless renewed, work at least four days weekly, and coordinate with Mayor La Guardia but report to Hopkins.
Joe Louis, rising heavyweight contender, defeats Primo Carnera in five rounds at Yankee Stadium. Louis knocks Carnera down three times in the sixth, earning a technical knockout victory amid jubilation and widespread acclaim.
Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins argues in her congressional annual report that a democracy must treat labor as a partner. She outlines six duties for government including minimum standards, peaceful dispute resolution, cooperative legislation, empowering labor organizations, studying future economic policy, and fostering mutuality between labor and employers for improved production and self government in the public interest.
Atty Houis Piquett was found guilty in Chicago of aiding and concealing Homer Van Meter, a close associate of John DiMager, during the summer of 1934 before both were slain by federal agents. The case centers on harboring a noted criminal associate amid the publicized gang era.
An explosion from a dynamite device hurled from a car damaged the embassy garden wall and a window in Ambassador Josephus Daniels office. No injuries. Daniels called it of no importance while Senor Cenlceros expressed regret and police fortified the embassy.
Texas congressman dies before congress introduces a bill to Deport 6 million aliens on relief or working dole. Provisions include barring pioneer immigrants without relatives, mandatory deportation of about 3.5 million illegal entrants, 4 million legal aliens must become citizens or leave in 22 months, labor permits only when U.S. workers unavailable, and gradual family reunification tied to economic conditions.
Attorney General Cummings urged federal action to crack down on bucket shops swindling the public out of millions. He said a nation wide chase is operating and most victims are doctors lawyers professors and businessmen. He cited known ringleaders but called for public and broker cooperation to bring them to justice.
Secretary Swanson solicited bids from private yards for 12 ships and prepared to negotiate 11 more, launching a 1930s construction program within 20 hours of funds approval. The plan includes two 10,000 ton cruisers with 16 inch guns, at least four aircraft, one carrier, three heavy destroyers, twelve light destroyers, and six submarines.
At an Atlantic City conference the National Women's party adopted resolutions pushing equal rights before the law for men and women. The plan calls for equal pay for equal work, equal domicile and property rights, and equal alimony and breach of promise considerations for men.
A military tribunal in Oviedo sentenced four leaders of the October uprising to EATI. Thirty eight others received life terms and seven were given twelve years. Seventeen were acquitted for lack of evidence.
The piece argues Roosevelt prioritizes human values over sheer project volume in public works. It outlines directing $4,000,000,000 to jobs for the unemployed, avoiding political use of funds, and boosting morale through work. It also notes continued housing and slum clearance efforts, federal control angles, and trade policy ideas from Hull.
Arthur Brisbane comments on government spending and a vast loan to tenant farmers, recalling Roosevelt’s canal plans and the phrase one billion as stall change. He cites a Peoria murderer confessing at twenty five and notes a widening Anglo French rift as Britain rejects a consultative pact with Germany over diplomacy and arms.
Beltish official states Trltain aims for greater friendly cooperation with Germany, closer consultations with the British dominions, and a steady drift toward cooperation with the United States.
Commerce department reports a sharp upturn in business nationwide following the death of the Blue Eagle. Retail sales improve despite abominable spring weather as observers note gains across major cities.
A union urges government ownership of all railroads arguing private owners mismanage the system. The plan would place roads under federal control, financed by national debt estimated at twenty to thirty billion dollars, with purchases to be nonconfiscatory.
Douglas Fairbanks Jr and Louisa La Plante attempt an evening appearance near Monte Carlo but are refused entry by a doorkeeper who cites the local rule barring workers from gambling rooms. The incident highlights strict venue rules in Monaco.
A satirical note compares Monte Carlo and Palm Beach gambling ethics. It observes Monaco locals receiving wealth while the casino avoids taking native money, and cites Mr Breadley owning a tourist gambling house but restricting losses. The piece ends with a cautioned view that gambling leads to loss unless one understands the risks.
The article notes Mussolini's habit of revisiting past matters and cites Lela predicting a British reply. She would push for an Ethiopian protectorate with autonomy while warning Britain to recall Germany's colonial losses after the war. She argues Britain pledged Italy a share if it joined the Allies.
In a locked cell, Sheriff Buller hides a muffled loud speaker. Torrest hears a spectral Spanish voice claiming Area’s ghost demands confession. Convinced by the eerie message, Torrest confesses to the alleged killing.
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