Church Urges Mexico Teachers Defy Socialist Education Law
Catholic authorities issued a pastoral letter read in churches nationwide urging refusal to comply with the socialist education reform. The letter, signed by archbishops and 30 bishops, denounces the program as incompatible with God and church rights and threatens absolution to parents who enroll children in socialist schools. The campaign has sparked government accusations of teacher abuses and threatens to leave many schools vacant across the country.
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Lindbergh Refuge Entered Ahead of Flight Visit
The grounds of the Lindbergh estate in Cardiff were entered the eve of Col Charles Lindbergh and his family arrival in England. A number of articles were stolen while the family, including 3 year old Jon, was at the home. The grounds are a five acre estate visible from the house windows.
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Powers WP Naval Truce Drafted By Four Great Powers
Delegations of four major sea powers began drafting an accord to share fleet building data to curb an arms race amid Japan’s withdrawal from the naval conference. The plan includes a escape clause allowing independent action if a sudden move by any power occurs, and notes American and Irish delegates probing Pacific positions. Madge Evans, a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer star, is highlighted as a frequent visitor to a new planetary observatory in Los Angeles, attending weekly lectures on the planets.
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Stay Spurs Bund Ans Reprieve Debate Continues
A lengthy discussion on the Hauptmann reprieve continues with witnesses and state police comment. Mrs. Anna Hauptmann visited the death house and expressed optimism. Governor Hoffman defends the reprieve while critics call for impeachment amid a broader media and political debate.
Gattle battle in East Africa claims massive Ethiopian losses
Jan 11 dispatch from Marshal Badoglio reports the Ganalé Dorga clash began Jan 12 and ended in a complete Italian victory. He says four thousand Ethiopians died, the enemy routed, and Ethiopian troops fled along northwest caravan routes. Italian infantry, tanks, artillery, and aviation coordinated for high losses to the Ethiopian forces.
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Senate debate opens on bonus bond bill in Congress
Washington January 11 senate debate begins on the bonus bond bill. Senator Harrison of Mississippi asserts the measure will become law even without Roosevelt signature. Critics question why full payment of veterans certificates is urged now. Senator Couzens and veteran administrator Hines note the bill would cost about 1 billion dollars more than current law.
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Ethiopia Denies Army In Flight Claiming Major Italian Offensive
Addis Ababa officials rejected a Rome communique claiming a southern Italian push and Ras Desta Demtu’s army retreat. They stated Ras Desta’s forces had been scattered across a 200 mile Ganale Dorya valley area for many days, making a major engagement unlikely.
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Brunos Mother Sees Hope After Reprieve Grant
In Menz Germany Jap 17 Padine Hauptmann spoke overnight about Governor Hoffmann’s reprieve for her son Richard. She said she is grateful to those who helped save him and believes the electric chair will not be used, insisting Richard is innocent and will live.
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Car Production Drops Slightly In US and Canada
Crams Reports, Inc. said production of passenger cars and trucks in the United States and Canada declined slightly this week. Total production was 95,170 units, compared with 99,080 the revised figure for last week. This week's output was well above the 61,217 units manufactured in the corresponding week a year ago.
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McAllen Post Office Dedication Set for January 22
McAllen will dedicate and open its new $26,000 post office building with ceremonies scheduled for Wednesday January 22. Postmaster Harry Merts and Commander Bolton Hyde of the American Legion Pist house are coordinating plans for the event.
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Tax Towers and Oil Taxes Highlight 1930s Burden
Forbes writer BC notes petroleum paid 34 in taxes per dollar earned on a 12.066 billion investment in 1934, with net earnings of 204 million after taxes and 100 million added in 1935. Crude oil taxes reach 31.15 per barrel with 201 tax types. citizens pay 40 cents of every gasoline dollar to tax collectors.
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Bonus bill delays as Nye faces attacks in munitions probe
Senator Nye defended the munitions committee amid attacks over its handling of the bonus payment bill. Roosevelt gave a guarded reply when asked about his attitude toward bonus legislation, recalling prior vetoes but offering no new stance. The discussion touched on World War I record disputes and ongoing wartime compensation issues.
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Judge Enjoined in Fag Tax Dispute in Fort Worth
The Second Court of Civil Appeals in Fort Worth today made permanent an injunction against District Judge D. S. Meredith Jr. of Gregg County in proceedings concerning the state cigarette tax, settling the dispute.
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New Bruno Counsel Hired by Magazine
New York January 11 1944 editor Paul O Chancy of American Astrology announced that Neil Burkbokhan and Nic Dodds have been hired as Bruno Hauptmann’s defenders. He said the lawyers would enter the cafe and be paid 4500 dollars for services to establish justice.
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Prisons and Riot Fears Grip New Jersey After Halted Hauptmann
State and local police gird for a potential riot at the New Jersey State Prison following Governor Hoffmanns reprieve of Bruno Richard Hauptmann. Armed squads and tear gas stand by as newspapers call for Hofmanns impeachment amid vigilante talk and heightened security. The alert notes preparations for a mob at the prison housing the Baby Lindbergh killer, with authorities ready to respond within minutes. The report also mentions Tom Keer transitioning from cowboy film roles.
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