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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1932

Page

2

New Jersey police question Lindbergh case suspect

Ex-convict Ernest Brinkert faced intensified inquiry as New Jersey lawmen seek links to the kidnapping and murder of the Lindbergh baby. The probe centers on ransom notes, bank deposits, and Violet Sharpe's death after she identified Brinkert as a night companion.

New York Stnor March Linsvergh Ernest, Brinkerk Englewood N. J Dwight W. Morrow Brinkert White Plains New Rathelle New Jersey Brikeri Jay John F. Candan Jafele New Rachelle Brinkas Hte John Bronx Carly Mary Brinkert Palace Brinker New Joraey Dorner Cli Bt New York Ciy

Lindbergh Case Brinks on White Plains Suspect

Indictment sought as Brinkert, a known petty criminal with a police record, is questioned in connection with the Lindbergh baby case. Edna Sharpe’s link to Violet and a ransom payment loom as investigators weigh extradition and motives while tracing deposits and alibis.

Detroit Police Take Handwriting Samples in Lindbergh Inquiry

Detroit and New Jersey officers questioned Robert Burns 20 after an anonymous tip led to his custody. Handwriting samples were sent to New Jersey for comparison to the Lindbergh case. Burns denied ties to Miss Violet Sharpe or the Morrow household death, while authorities noted Burns possessed newspapers rather than case files. Harry Fisher, a Detroit hoodlum, was also questioned as a Lindbergh suspect.

Detroit Robert Burns New Jersey Burns Violet Sharpe Dwight Morrow Miss Sharne Burs Harry Fisisher Lindbergh

Sister of Dead Girl Visiting in England

Ediny Sharpe, sister of Violet Sharps who died in Englewood New Jersey, is visiting friends in Stourbridge Worcestershire. Her father George Sharpe, a coal merchant, reports she plans to return on Aquitania next Saturday. Violet wrote about the Lindbergh baby but Edina says she knew nothing of the kidnapping.

Lakes New Jersey Brinkert Jersey City New Rochelle Alpine Violet Sharpe Condon Fel England Beenham Berkshire Ediny Sharpe Violet Sharps Englewood N. J St. Ourbridge Worcestershire New York Edna Edina Tetum United States Aquitania Sharpes George Sharpe Violet States America Stourbridge Faeland Edne Sharpe Wiewe

Gar salesman found shot to death in Alamo Heights

Benson 40, an automobile salesman for the Witericis Motor company, was found dead, shot through the head, in a bedroom on Corwin Street. Paul Villaret, city marshal, said others heard a shot and the inquest was ordered. Justice of the Peace John Shook to conduct the inquest.

Benson Villareh

Lindbergh case suspect Brinkert tied to waitress death

Superintendent Col H Norman Schwarzkopf said Ernest Brinkert, arrested after Violet Sharp’s death, rode to Alpine for questioning. He allegedly offered an alibi for March 1, and his identity matched a photo linked to the Lindbergh case. Records show Brinkert had prior charges and a 1926 assault conviction.

Trenton Marcol H. Norman Schwarzkopf Ernest Brinkert Dwight W. Morrow New York State Alpine Schwarzkopf Brinkerl Bridgeport Con Brinkert HELN Maine Belyrreiopf Violet Sharpe Morrow License Bureau Alploe Dr. Gondon New Rochelle Scotland Yard Edna Bharps Eucland Rober Burns Detroit Ralph Gillady Bergen County White Plains Wi—Froest Brinkert Ernest Brown Samuel Zuckman New York

Hoover Rejects National Defense Council Plan

Washington June 1 President Hoover dismisses a proposal to reestablish the wartime National Defense Council despite a letter from 86 civilians led by Gen Albert L Cox of Reseign New Jersey, chairman of the American Legion defense committee.

Washington, D. C Doover Council of National Defense White House Albert L. Cox Reseign American Legion

Girl Unconscious Nine Months Dies in Chicago

Elizabeth Fischer, a four year old known as the lying doll at Cook County Hospital, died yesterday after nine months in an unconscious state following a fall from a window on September 15 in her parents' apartment. Dr. Carl Meyer, hospital medical chief, said the prolonged unconsciousness was nearly unprecedented.

Chicago Cook County Hospital Elizabeth Fischer William Fraher Carl Meyer

24 Hour Divorce Law Proposed in Ciudad Victoria

Dispatches from Ciudad Victoria report four renderments begun to establish a 24 hour divorce law aimed at serving American residents. The plan reflects legal reform efforts under consideration by local authorities to expedite marital dissolutions.

Merico City Ciudad Victoria Rengament

Bevy Calms Dry Dives Amid Odd Bath Time Talk

Beverly Mills, Calif., June 1. The piece describes a surreal chorus of figures debating springboard diving and bathing attire, with references to Hayes, a Presbyterian circuit rider, and Bishop Cannon. Calvin Coplidge contributes a steady, clear voice amid the chaotic chatter.

Beverly Mills Calif Will St. Hayes Bishop Cannon Char Gabriel Calevin Coplidge Calvin Sen

Servant First Suspected In Lindbergh Case

Inspector Barry W. Walsh said Violet Sharpe, a servant to Mrs. Dwight Morrow, was suspected due to being “fresh” before the Lindbergh baby disappearance. He described her behavior as erratic and noted investigators found her linked to various people and details, including leads about a March 1 meeting.

Englewood Eric

Senate to Vote on Farm Relief Bill in New Action

Washington D C the senate agreed to take up the McNary farm relief measure after disposing of the pending district supply bill. The action sets the stage for a vote on major farm policy amid ongoing legislative activity in the capital.

Senate Washington D. C

Congress Debates District of Columbia and Agriculture Appropriations

Senate weighs a 43 million DC appropriation bill and continues work on the home loan measure. A Democratic fundraising drive and conference report on a 177 million agriculture department appropriation are noted. Independent offices supply bill and banking panel reopen stock market inquiry.

Senate District of Columbia A. m Hill Banking

Columbia Droudean Radio Programs Broadcast Schedule

A fragmented radio listing for Columbia and Kilverdee stations outlines afternoon and evening programs. Names of shows include music variety, orchestras, dramas, and public service features with times and stations such as KTAA-1200 and WUAI-1100 Kilverden.

Batunday Nicut Kilverdee Uon Hegmin

Radio editors bid farewell as McLean returns to air

A lamenting editor notes that radio editors depart annually for two weeks’ vacation and announce the dawn of a new era when Juan Barod McLean resumes control Monday at 7 a.m. CST. The piece previews the week’s sparse programming including Ruth Etting, Nat Gilkret, George Olsen, and Winchell transitions, plus a local sparring match and Columbia network dances.

Dy Marvin Bowman Udy Radio Radio Pudiance Juan Barod McLean Guin Lows Gebyl Walter Winchell Woal George Olsen Tchestra New York Gam Edgar Wallace

Kidnap Bill Passes New Jersey Senate

In Trenton on June 11, a measure to impose death penalty for kidnaping passed the New Jersey Senate. The bill would permit juries to modify the penalty to life imprisonment. Senator Sterner of Monmouth said the law would deter kidnappers.

Trenton Not New Jersey Senate Sterner of Monimouth Ixoris

Idaho Democrats Battle Over Platform At State Convention

Boise Zcon delegates rushed to back Franklin D Roosevelt for president but failed to agree on a platform and extended the state convention. Republicans held a long session electing Hoover supporters yet gave no instruction to delegates.

Boise Idaho Ai— Tdaho Franklin D. Roosevelt Uni Hoover

Services Held for Caroline Koontz

Carolina Koontz four died Thursday on the family ranch near Notoria Borvicea tele at the ranch Services were held with survivors including grandmother Mrs Claude A Kervan of Ban Aniloing and an aunt.

Caroline Koontz Carolina Koontz Heniy Koontz Neir Notoria Borvicea Tele Ranc Caude A. Kervan Antn

Chile Regime Moves to Set Grain and Fuel Prices

In Santiago on June 11 the Socialist government began to control prices of grain sugar and other foods while debate continued over confiscating foreign currency in banks. Communist student groups seized the national university buildings printing manifestoes on the presses asserting participation. Raids targeted shops selling gold jewelry watches and plate to be melted and exported with substantial gold seized. foreign currency exchanges were raided and cleared of all foreign currency.

Bantiago Chile

Morrow to Discuss Gubernatorial Race

Morrow, a 7-weight attorney from Houston, seeks a place on the Democratic primary ballots for governor. He met with his father, W. C. Morrow, longtime judge, and said he may decide after Monday when the state Democratic executive committee meets to set the ballots.

Austin I Morrow Young Abtorney Houston W. C. Morrow Court of Criminal Appeals Democratic Exective Committee

Honduras Quells Uprising in Barranca Barracks

Dispatches report Honduras stating the revolt in the northern provinces has been suppressed. Federal forces under Gen. Justo Umana defeated about 600 rebels near Copan Barranca with machine guns as the uprising unraveled. Paris dispatch notes Premier Herriot receiving Gen. Pershing.

Honduras Guatemala City Justo Umana Barranca Copan

Texang Move On To Capital During Bonus March

Reported continuation of the bonus marchers heading to Washington in early June. Veterans camps across the capital region grow larger as leaders press Congress for payment while food and shelter shortages are noted and police restrict movement.

Criiis Vetechas Congress Palm Beach Ceival Waters Anacostia Kansas City New Mexico Tera Washington Iast Watash Allroad Albany N. Y New York Franklin D. Roosevelt Frith Roosevelt District of Columba San Bernardino Cualif Southern California Panus Army Washington, D. C

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