Rockefeller Optimism and Skaggs Venture Highlighted
A retro Los Angeles column notes President Hoover’s optimistic business outlook and strong export stance while praising John D. Rockefeller for ongoing philanthropy and health in old age. It spotlights M. B. Skaggs of Idaho, creator of a sprawling retail and advertising network with 3700 stores, $250 million yearly sales, and cooperative farming ideas to stabilize prices, urging Hoover to engage with the innovator.
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Weather forecast for San Antonio and vicinity unsettled Sunday
Weather forecast for San Antonio and vicinity calls for unsettled conditions with probable showers Sunday. Cooler in the north portion with a low around 62 and a high near 90. Light to moderate southerly winds. Additional weather details on page J.
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Solons Oppose 3 Main Issues of Hoover Plan
In Washington on April 16, President Hoover urged Congress to back a national economy program to save up to 250 million dollars annually and reorganize government. The House economy committee split over key points, debating method and authority while adopting some cost-cutting measures.
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Lindbergh Baby Kidnappers Raise Ransom to 150000
New York April 17 report says the Lindbergh baby kidnappers increased their ransom to 150000. Col Charles A Lindbergh added 100000 in currency and gold but funds must only be handed to parents or their representatives once the child is safely delivered. Col Breckenridge and Dr John F Condon coordinated the arrangements with the abductors and discussions continued at multiple meetings in the Bronx and Condon's home.
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Baby Kidnapped. Father Hunted in California
BAN DIEGO Calif April 16 INS His mother is in a hospital Robert BR Rice 2 today was kidnapped from his crib at the home of neighbors and death was instituted for his father Melgip Rice 28 an insurance salesman from whom Mrs Rice had been separated police announced.
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Screen Actress Frances Dee Wins Long Term Contract
Hollywood report from April cites Frances Dee, a dainty brunette screen actress, being rewarded for stellar supporting roles in pictures with George Han croft and Phi Holmes. She was awarded a new long term film contract.
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Flood leaves 20 dead and 11,000 homeless in Bosnia
Belgrade dispatch reports at least 20 dead and 11,000 homeless as floods devastate Bosnia. Two thousand homes destroyed and relief efforts underway.
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More Troops Sent to Ohio Mine Area
Additional Ohio National Guard troops from Cleveland Canton and Youngstown were ordered into the eastern Ohio coal strike field today by Gov. George White. The deployment aims to bolster security as the labor dispute intensifies in the mine region.
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Senate debates oil tariff and sales tax gain momentum
Washington April 16 Senate debates on taxes intensify as Reed Republican of Pennsylvania touts growing support for a general manufacturers sales tax in the revenue bill. Hearings reveal calls for fair taxation while Democratic split over the oil tariff deepens as senators Connally Gore press for action and executives from GM Ford attend hearings urging tax aid. drafting of a Democratic platform economy plank continues ahead of Chicago convention.
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American Weekly Issue Rings Largest Color Ads Yet
The DAY'S issue of THE AMERICAN WEEKLY, distributed with this newspaper, marks the largest ever published. Of its 42 pages, five contain full page ads in four color, the largest color advertisements seen in any national magazine. The American Weekly reaches 5,400,000 readers nationwide via this Sunday newspaper and sixteen others.
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Fire Station Burns Near Royce City in Texas
A fire destroyed Royce City area fire station facilities and equipment. Flames of unknown origin wiped out the building, fire trucks, hoses, extinguishers, and spare gear. No deaths or injuries reported, and Greenville was arranging borrowed equipment to replace losses.
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Italian Consul Jon M Pace Shot Outside Brother's Home
Springfield reports that Italian Consul Jon M Pace was killed by machine gun fire in front of his brother Dominick Picco's home in the west city. Picco died from a head injury after an automobile gunfire incident as he approached the residence. Pace had served as consul for years amid active Italian affairs. rumors of him being a marked man circulated for some time.
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Kidnapped Girl's Return Pledged
Nine year old Hilda Brodsky was called by her kidnapers who told her family that “Baby 15 all right” and would be returned before night. The message claimed her father Harold Brodsky, a hosiery manufacturer, had capitulated to the kidnappers' demands.
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Woman Abducted by Three Negroes in Philadelphia
Three black men snatched a white woman into an automobile in South Philadelphia. A lone witness intervened briefly. the suspects fled as police launched a citywide dragnet in the southeast section.
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Texan Injured in Coast Auto Crash
Riverside Illinois April 16 MS3 Lieutenant Tins Roberson of Warrell Texas a graduate of Texas A and M college was near death in a hospital from a punctured windpipe and other injuries from an automobile accident. He is a member of the Ninety-fifth pursuit squadron.
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Senator Harris Condition Grave in Washington Report
Washington April 16. Senator William J. Harris Democrat remained in grave condition last night after a slight daytime improvement faded. This morning reports from his home said his condition was unchanged and critical.
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Judge Sabath Is Ordered to Rest
Chicago April 16. Superior Judge Joseph Sabath, a national expert in divorce and domestic relations, collapsed and was confined to bed. He was ordered to rest for two or three weeks.
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Movieland Claims New Norse Beauty
Hollywood reports a new Norse beauty, Hyrrid Hagman from Pinland, claimed by movieland amid contract talks. The arrival follows her noted successes in New York stage productions and features a willowy blonde aura as she joins current productions.
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Hawaii Defenses Key, Writer Warns of Pacific War Risk
An editorial argues Hawaii is the United States front line and keystone of Pacific defense. It urges frank policy, stronger control, and reform of local suffrage to prevent a security crisis. The author warns that mismanaging Hawaii could force the nation to endure a costly war.
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King Albert First To Scale Volcano Summit
King Albert of Belgium has climbed Mikeno volcano overlooking Lake Tanganyika in Africa. He became the first white man to reach its summit, a feat accomplished during his tour of Belgium's African postings. He was accompanied by a Catholic missionary.
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Massie recalls gun incident in Hawaii case
Lieutenant Massie testified he held the gun used in the fatal confrontation with Kahahana Wai, saying he could not recall the killing of the native. He described kidnapping Kahahawai to obtain a confession to defend his wife’s honor, and claimed at the time he was mentally responsible. Clarence Darrow discussed possible insanity pleas as Massie’s account continued under cross examination.
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Senate committee backs probe into campaign spending
Washington April 16 The Senate Elections Committee unanimously endorses Dickinson resolution to create a special committee to investigate campaign expenditures in presidential primaries and senatorial races. The call for immediate action follows Oklahoma Governor Murray accusing Jewish leaders allied with Roosevelt of funding to buy votes in western primaries.
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Hoover May Favor Dry Referendum in 18th Amendment Polemics
Reports claim the Republican platform may endorse a dry referendum. Secretary Hyde, a leading dry in the cabinet, urged resubmission of the eighteenth amendment and said he would not oppose citizens voting on the issue.
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Youth Dies From Trailer Injuries
Bryan Texas April 16 17 year old H J Hurtter son of Mr and Mrs I B Hortter of near Normangee died in a hospital from injuries after a trailer detached and overturned on the Madisonville road while en route to a fishing party The youth was riding in a trailer when the accident occurred with the vehicle turning over several times
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Willys Asked to Quit as Poland Ambassador in April Leave
Washington reports ambassador John N. Willys to Poland is en route to New York on a second leave in eight months and is generally believed ready to resign his post.
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Walker Urges Beer Parades To Aid Tax Revenue
Mayor James J Walker appeals nationwide for beer parades to boost revenue. He urges citizens to stage large demonstrations in New York and beyond to push Congress to legalize beer as a source of tax income.
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