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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1935
Page
2
The Lindberghs sail for England amid headlines of their 1932 era to evade public attention. The Hopewell nursery tragedy and estate plans for Highfield stir debate as details of property transfer remain undisclosed. The Times notes their readiness to live abroad, seeking tranquility, with Charles Lindbergh remaining tied to aviation roles while Mrs. Lindbergh pursues writing projects.
A New York Times report notes Col and Mrs Charles Lindbergh plan England visit amid kidnappings fears, citing England as a safer land where abductions are nearly non existent. It details strict gun laws, swift police work, strong public cooperation, and rapid justice in English courts.
The Times reports Colonel and Mrs. Lindbergh left their New Jersey home with great reluctance after secretly obtaining passports in Washington. Government officials aided the plan while police were not informed. The couple seeks a sea voyage likely through Christmas and New Year, hoping for safety away from fear linked to their son Jon born in 1932.
Reports from friends and relatives say they were unaware of any removal from America. Threats against Charles Lindbergh and family increased after the Hauptmann case and the Paris flight. Despite previous dangers, the Times notes many letters were from unbalanced individuals and were halted by postal authorities.
A driver struck and killed a man named Klean while he stood at the scene. A witness did not stay at the time of the incident.
TRENTON N J Dec 21 William Conklin press aide to Governor Hoffman said the governor had no comment on reports that his actions in the Hauptmann case influenced Col Charles A Lindbergh to leave the country and reside in England Attorney General David T Wieentz declined comment and Hauptmann defense attorney Robert Roserrans avoided reference to the alleged role of the governor in Lindberghs departure
London reports that American sources expect Charles A. Lindbergh to come to England with his family on business rather than fleeing kidnapers. They believe he may settle in England with plans to support a forthcoming transatlantic air service.
Ginger Ftogers, co starring with Fred Astaire in R.K. Radio's Following the Fleet, selects cinnamon brown accessories to wear with her new tailored black wool suit.
Washington D C Dec 23. J Edgar Hoover director of the bureau of investigation refused as a matter of policy to discuss reports that new kidnapping threats against Charles A Lindbergh Jr prompted the Lindberghs to sail to establish residence in England Attorney General Cummings also declined to comment.
Nanball enthusiast Harold Lloyd played two strenuous games of handball during lunch hour in the Paramount gym while working on the Milky Way.
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