Personality not evidence may decide Hauptmann fate
In a Flemington courtroom column from 1935, the writer argues Bruno Hauptmann’s fate hinges on his personality rather than testimony. It portrays Hauptmann as a handsome, weak, enigmatic figure whose masking, silence, and perceived charm influence jurors more than the abundant evidence in the Lindbergh kidnapping case.
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Jap Admiral Demands Equal Naval Status With U S and Britain
London reports Vice Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, Japan’s naval spokesman, will return to Tokyo to relay London talks. He insisted Japan will not accept less than equality and pursue a new treaty. He argued undermining offensive ships would reduce fleets and war, leading to true defense and peace.
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Plan to revive a dead convict faces governor review
In Los Angeles on January 25, a controversial science experiment proposal by a young medical scientist aims to revive a supposedly dead convict. The plan, described in a television interview, requests approval to test the revived physiology under controlled conditions, prompting gubernatorial consideration amid ethical questions.
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Code Violation Charge Against S A Man Dropped
W R Smith US attorney announced dismissal of a criminal complaint against Morris Scherr president of the Juvenile Mameadacing Com pany. The charge alleged aiding the company in NRA code violations tied to wage and hour provisions. Scherr now complies with the case, leading to dismissal. an equity suit for infants and children's wear code was previously ruled unconstitutional by Judge McMillan. An appeal noted by Smith is expected to be dropped.
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Senate approves league court vote plan amid opposition
Washington January 25 A unanimous consent agreement to limit debate on the League Court report was adopted by the Senate after hours of talks. Democratic Leader Robinson proposed the plan setting tight debate limits while anti court forces led by Senator Johnson warned of entanglements and urged a final warning against American involvement. The Norris reservation loomed as a further test, needing two thirds of the Senate for any matter to reach the court.
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Witnesses Tel of Church Fight in Death Trial
In Boaumont Texas witnesses testified about a fatal church fight. Elms Jordan, 16, daughter of the slain man, testified that she and others were struck with an oak club. J M Burnett, father of the accused, and Jim Jordan both testified about prior blows amid the church gathering. About 10 members of the congregation attended the trial yesterday.
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Hauptmann Wife Reflects On Trial Day And Sunlight
Anna Hauptmann spoke of her husband’s first hour on the stand calling it better than feared though imprisonment deprived him of sunlight. She described nervous spectators, missed meals, and her longing to comfort him. She recalled open porches, mandolin music, and her relief that the trial day did not terrify her further.
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Real Estate Men Hopeful at National Board Session
Houston president Hugh Potter told delegates that 1934 ends the era of sporadic real estate. He urged a central corporation for discounting sound urban mortgages and cited strides toward recovery with falling housing vacancies in major cities. He predicted greater sales activity signals a new national epoch in real estate.
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Four Arraigned on Dope Charges in San Antonio
San Antonio narcotics agents announced a broad drive has yielded 14 narcotic cases since December 7. Four men were arraigned Friday: Manuel Scotti with a 1600 dollar bond, RJ Bartlett 1500, Aug sling Bishop 2000, and Pier Valdez 1500. They face charges of purchase possession and sale of four grains of heroin.
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Senator Sheppard Pushes Return of Prohibition in Congress
Washington January 25 Senator Sheppard a veteran Texas dry advocate introduced two joint regulations seeking a constitutional amendment to repealing the twenty first amendment and restore national Prohibition. The measures aim to blanket return to prohibition or grant Congress power to reenact national prohibition. Rent your vacant property pin February 1 by using Light Classified ad.
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Ickes Lashes Critics Over Interior Battles
In Washington on January 25 Secretary Ickes bitterly attacked congressional critics. He said he has long not been loved by all and has accumulated enemies among contractors public utilities and all interests. He noted many refused political favors and he could not approve certain appointments or projects.
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Tracks 58 000 000 Years Old Found in Stone Strata
In Los Angeles Jah reports discovery of three inch hooflike tracks preserved in sandstone. Workmen uncovered them while driving a funnel and access shafts. Geologists say the marks date to about 54 000 000 years ago, with debate over whether they were made by a deerlike animal or a hoofed reptile.
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Five Die as Cuban Bus Hits Cow Near Bayan
A bus in Cuba crashed after striking a cow on a misty road near Bayan. Five passengers were killed and many injured when the vehicle overturned. Police and rescue teams assisted at the scene in Santiago. Authorities investigated the accident and traffic conditions were cited as a factor.
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Gas cloud kills porter and injures many on Indian Coach
One man died and more than a score of passengers were hospitalized after carbon monoxide gas seeped into an Indian Coach en route from New York to Chicago. A Black porter died shortly after the incident. passengers were moved to a hospital late last night.
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Four Jailed After Ride Plot Heard in Hotel
Four suspects including three men and a woman were jailed after police heard a downtown hotel plan to rob a man of $200. The group, tied to a stolen car, was held for investigation as officers shared details of the planned ride to commit the crime.
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