22 Dec 1932
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Times
Location
Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1932
Page
1
A Portsmouth Times piece captures the holiday rush with shoppers jostling for bargains amid cold weather. Families race to finish gifts, mail packages, decorate trees, and chase Christmas cards while children marvel at Toyland and Santa Claus.
Judge Horace Small of the municipal court ruled the Portsmouth city ordinance regulating sale and delivery of coal is constitutional and not an unreasonable exercise of police power. E A Hulbert was fined $5 and costs. The Consumers' Protective Association may appeal, arguing the ordinance targets Scioto county laborers and duplicates state law.
One million railway workers through 1,500 representatives vote to extend a 10 percent pay cut for nine more months, delaying wage restoration until Feb and saving carriers millions monthly. Union leaders report being sore yet satisfied with a compromise after two weeks of talks with nine roads.
Dover Ohio December 22 authorities probe whether a man wounded by buckshot was hurt by a shotgun trap at a granary coop. Victim Charles Brandon 38 hospitalized in serious condition Kendon another man seriously wounded. sheriff links shotgun trap to a bin on a Bolvishell brothers property. they dispute the revolver claim.
Lancaster Kentucky police held a 23 year old man on a charge of shooting Earl Meadows during a theater performance. Dan was arrested after a disturbance with a girl companion, with reports of persistent annoyance connected to the incident.
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Deadlocked after 42 hours of deliberation in the Loren Truesdale and Thelma Woods murder case. Judge Everett would allow continued talks until 5 p.m. if no verdict. jurors asked to be discharged after reporting inability to agree. Earlier reports said a 10 to 2 stance for conviction. Jury had not requested further instructions or law clarifications.
The Portsmouth Public Service Co asks the Ohio utilities commission for authority to abandon its Portsmouth to Wheelersburg bus line citing lack of patronage. It also seeks a one year extension to discontinue the Portsmouth Ironton traction line, which has been renewed annually after an initial abandonment three years ago.
A military unit withdrew from a coastal position following a sharp clash with opposing forces. Local witnesses report exchanged fire lasting hours before the retreat, with no immediate word on casualties. The period saw heightened patrols and a curfew advisory issued by regional authorities.
In Uhrichsville Denison veterans memorial building the ashes of Bing a World War dog are placed beside human years of conflict after months of debate. Spanish American War veterans opposed but finally concede if Bing’s memory matters to World War I soldiers no further objections remain.
Congressional conferees reached a complete agreement on Philippine independence legislation. The bill tightens immigration and trade restrictions for the islands and grants full freedom in fewer years. Chairman Bingham and a Senate conferee said they would pursue action.
Postmaster Harry Doerr reports heavy Christmas mail movement with over 38 000 outgoing and 25 000 incoming pieces on Tuesday, and 60 000 outgoing and 30 000 incoming on Wednesday. Additional substitutes and pressed labor help are listed as the rush is expected to peak Thursday and Friday.
The Reconstruction corporation reported to Congress that advances totaling 10765487 were authorized in November. Loans to banks trust companies and railroads rose to 71541504, with 1562273 to governors for relief and 47747 for relief construction projects. Additional figures include 82 million to agriculture for farmer loans and 128605 to facilitate agriculture efforts.
Two people released in connection with a woman’s death are described in a brief police report. Investigators pursue leads as the case remains active and under review by local authorities.
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City Manager Frank Sheehan announced the appointment of additional brake inspection stations in Portsmouth to speed up tests. Applicants include Frank Schneider garage, H E Howe Auto Co, Seloto trail, Portsmouth Motor Co, Mac Dowell Motor Co, and Gallia street. Police aid is available if owners dispute results and all brake testing aims to finish by February 1.
Toledo report states former United States commissioner Frank G Thomson has been disbarred from federal court practice after a recent conviction for conspiracy to solicit a bribe tied to a liquor law violation. He received a sentence of one year and one day in prison.
The Times presents a special report from Los Angeles dated December 2 on debt collection progress. The article suggests most debts were collected and discusses implications for future financial actions.
An Erie passenger train running from New York to Chicago derailed two miles south of Lima after striking a side switch at a crossing. Engineer Charles Scott and fireman Karl Swihart died, tower operator Charles Aldrich perished, and one passenger, Georgia Deerwester, was severely injured. Six others received minor injuries.
Georgia prison gang fugitive Robert Elliott Burns finds refuge in New Jersey after meeting Governor A Henry Moore who allows asylum if he lives honestly. Burns promises to cease publicity while Moore admonishes him to avoid sensationalizing alleged chain gang cruelties.
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President Hoover urged a free round table discussion on war debts, calling for a special commissions and direct talks. President elect Roosevelt declined joint responsibility in appointing such a debts commission, saying he wants a free hand after March 4. The exchange included four telegrams and a brief White House statement.
In Washington on December 22 Congress pushed to finish key bills before Christmas. Senate cleared miscellaneous measures while the House tackled interior department funding and worked toward Philippine independence and farm relief. Conference on Philippine freedom neared accord on immigration trial period and export taxes. House planned an emergency farm bill focused on wheat and cotton with opposition to the processing tax. Veterans bill panel considered cutting benefits and delaying final report into January.
Vatican dispatch notes Pope Pim tedepootered Pothier Glew frames a plan to address the cardinalate and arrange a broadcast event. The Pontiff is expected to deliver a message Sunday in a cordial greeting to the college and staff.
The House approved a 3.2 percent beer bill 230 to 165 and sent it to the Senate with plans to delay tax legislation to fund revenue. Democratic leaders expect a mid January Senate vote after Prohibition repeal considerations, while veterans cheer the victory and city members predict a veto or defeat.
James G. Polk, the Sixth Ohio district congressman, backed the Collier beer bill in the House vote on Wednesday. He had opposed the Garner repeal earlier, becoming the lone Ohio delegate to shift from that position. The roll call showed 13 ayes and 9 nays with a mix of Republicans and Democrats supporting or opposing the bill.
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