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The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1937

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Germany Withdraws From Naval Patrol Off Spain

Berlin reports Germany quits naval demonstration off Valencia after Britain and France decline to join. Italy also withdraws from control plan, risking collapse of nonintervention and neutrality commissions. Rumors persist of reprisals against Spanish Loyalists and possible German naval action in the Mediterranean.

Berlin A!pim Germany Britain Fratica Italy Valencia Leipaig Adolf Hitler London Alerian Mediterranean Leipzig

Names DeMille At Tax Probe

Washington June 25 Internal Revenue Commission er Guy T Helvering submitted the name of Cecil B DeMille the motion picture producer to the Congressional Tax Committee today as a citizen who employed a personal holding company to avoid taxes Helvering explained the case had already been in the courts and that the method used by De Mille was sustained He said a corporation was formed for De Mille dominating by himself family members and his attorney This was an incorporation of what may be called the earning personality of Mr De Mille The earning power was almost the sole corporate asset De Mille then worked for De Mille s corporation at a salary far less than he could command as director The corporation then sold De Mille s services to producing companies The difference between De Mille s salary from his own corporation and his earnings as director was put into the corporation The government claimed the accumulation of this surplus was unreasonable a purposeful attempt to evade surtaxes Continuee on Page 2

Washington Internal Revenue Guy T. Helvering Cecil B. DeMille Congressional de Mille Helverinog Cecil de Mille

Southam Elected Vice Commander at Encampment

Charles E Barefoot of Toledo was elected commander and Corbett E Southam of Elyria was chosen vice commander at the closing session of the United Spanish American War Veterans encampment in Dayton Ohio. George J Vaughn of Cleveland was named chaplain and J G Phillips of Cleveland marshal.

Dayton, O Charles E. Barefoot Toledo Corbett E. Southam Elyria United Spanish American War Veterans George J. Vaughn Cleveland J. G. Phillips

Weather summary for Ohio and nearby regions

Weather notes report warmer temperatures tonight with partly cloudy skies in Ohio. High pressure covers the lower lakes and upper Midwest while a low moves through Manitoba and toward the northern plains. Thunderstorms observed from Minnesota to Washington and along the North Atlantic coast with generally fair conditions elsewhere. Temperatures rise across the plains while the Northwest cools.

Ohio Lower Lakes Shie Valley Manioba Plains Minnesota Ward Washington North Atlantic Plains States

Deputy Murdered After Testifying in Washington

Harlin Kentucky June 23 Deputy Wash Irvin 35 longtime Harlan county deputy sheriff who testified before the Civil Liberties committee in Washington last April on labor conditions was shot to death in his car on Lonely Tina Mountain about 15 miles east of here. Irvin was shot in the back. He resigned as deputy yesterday after county officials purged the ranks. Irvin last night to Tine Mountain to hear the Louis Brad dock fight on his car radio. He was believed killed between midnight and 2 am. His body was moved to a local funeral parlor. Sheriff Middleton leading the investigation.

Harlin Wash Irvin Harlan County Civil Liberties Committee Washington Flarian Lonely Tine Mountain Irvin George Lee Allen Bowling Mortis Saylor Lee Fleenor Saylor Fleenor Harlan Tine Mountain Louis Braddock T. R. Middleton

Railway Express Employees Vote For Walkout

In Cincinnati on June 22, 40000 Railway Express Agency workers approved a walkout. Ballots showed about 36900 to 4000 in favor. George M. Harrison, head of the Brotherhood, delayed issuing the strike order while consulting express officials in Washington on a settlement. The union seeks a 20 cent hourly raise, overtime pay time and a half, and a 54 hour month base.

Cincinnatel Railway Express Agency The Brotherhood of Railway and Steamship Clerks George M. Harrison Brotherhood Washington

Constance Morrow Weds One-Time Brother-In-Law

Constance Morrow 21, sister of Anne Morrow Lindbergh, wed Ambrex Morgan in a private ceremony at the Morrow home in North Haven Mo on June 23. The couple, referenced as honeymooning, had previously connected through Morgan, a partner in a Wales firm. The event drew only Morrow family members and Rev Henry F Huss of the North Haven Baptist Church as the officiant.

North Haven Constance Morrow Anne Morrow Lindbergh Morrow Simmer Ambrex Nei Morgan Tadd Wales Elizabeth Morrow Pasadena Constance Dwight Morrow England Morrow Henry F. Huss Ust

Jury Deliberates in Wendel Kidnaping Conspiracy Case

In Newark federal court on June 23 the fate of Elli oi Parker senior and junior, charged with conspiracy in the Paul H. Wendel kidnaping, was placed before an eight man four woman jury nine weeks after trial began as they retired at 11:44 P.M. to consider a verdict.

Newark N. J J. P Ellioi Parkers Paul H. Wendel

Bribery Case Given To Jury At Noon

In Columbus Ohio the bribery case against Edward T Carney assistant head of the Ohio Securities Division was sent to a jury of twelve. Jurors were to begin deliberations after lunch following today’s presentation of the case.

Columbus U. P Edward T. Carney Ohio Securities Division

Robinson Seeks Executive Reorganization Bill

Senate Majority Leader Joseph T. Robinson introduced a measure to reorganize the executive branch, aligning with President Roosevelt's request to streamline federal government structure. The proposal aims to implement the president's reform agenda and reshape leadership roles across departments.

Washington U. P Senate Joseph T. Robinson Arkansas Roosevelt

New Cabinet Takes Reins In France

Paris June 23 Premier Gamible Chautemps leads a new left front cabinet amid a tense diplomatic flare. He holds informal talks with ministers and plans a cabinet council. He will seek a confidence vote in parliament Tuesday and will likely maintain Blum era foreign policy aligning with Britain against Germany and Italy.

Paris Gamible Chautemps Left Front Great Britain Germany Italy Chautemps Leon Blum

Boys Hike Fish in Black River in Cascade Park

A CASCADE PARK YMCA trip for about 25 boys was changed from fishing to a hike due to high water. Leaders Russell Giearon William Dutch and Herman Geyer directed the group. The postponement delays the Youngsters fish demonstration until water recedes. Next, 35 boys will study astronomy at Oberlin College observatory with Prof. F. E. Carr.

Black River Cascade Park Russell Giearon William Dutch Herman Geyer Hoyse Association Foungansgiers Oberlin College Observatory Ober‘lin F. E. Carr Oberlin College

Question Girdler On Mail Interference Probe

Washington June 23 senate port office committee prepares to question Tom M Girdler board chairman of Republic Steel Corp over alleged striker interference with mail to Mahoning valley plants. Democratic and Republican members seek briefing as part of a broader inquiry into steel strike.

Washington Senate Port Office Committee Tom M. Girdler Republic Steel Corp Mahoning Valley Girdler Rush Dew Holt W. Va Allen J. Ellender H. Styles Bridges R. XN Ernest W. Gibson Cleveland Bridges Senate Joseph F. Guffey Guffey

Circulate Back To Work Petitions At Johnstown

Johnstown, Pa June 28 Petition drives circulated today among Bethlehem Steel Corp employees to reopen the Cambria plant, a major unit employing about 15,400. Supporters aim for 12,000 signatures to present to the Senate strike investigating committee when Johnstown residents testify. The plant was closed after Governor Earle declared martial law to avert bloodshed during the steel workers strike.

Johnstown Bethlehem Steel Corporation Cambria Senate Bethlehem George HH. Earle Steel Workers Organizing Committee

Suit in Lorain seeks restoration of volunteer pensions

A Lorain Fire Department pension suit before Common Pleas Judge C. H. Huston challenges a 1935 rule reducing pensions for volunteers. Plaintiff G. A. Conn seeks to restore pensions based on 57.5 percent of ten year average earnings, citing drastic cuts from 420 to 15.08 dollars yearly for former mayor J C Standen and others. The board argues cost limits and favors paid members, noting total costs and the shift to lower yearly pension totals.

Lorain J C. Standen Standen George Canales Walter J. Wright Simon Austen P. ©. Trinter Lorain Telephones Company Alex Kelly John Frelling Pension Board Firestone

Belgium's Premier Arrives In U S

Premier Paul Van Zeeland of Belgium arrives in Washington for talks with President Roosevelt and Secretary Hull. Known as a traveling ambassador for western Europe he will discuss moves to push Europe toward peace, including expanding trade among key nations and beyond.

Washington Paul van Zeeland Belsum Roosevelt Cordell Hull Continents Europe van Zeeland

Nineteen Flee From Prison In Texas

Nineteen fugitives from the Eastham prison farm, including murderers and burglars, ranged the Trinity river bottoms in a broad daylight breakout. They overpowered guard Pike Allen, seized his horse and gun, and fled toward Groveton as guards and bloodhounds pursued. The escape ties to the 1954 Arrow Gang incident and features Bybee, Hamilton, Barrow, and others once linked to famous Texas outlaws.

Weldon Tex Ninteen Fastham Trinity River W. H. Bybee Raymond Hamilton Clyde Barrow Bonnie Parker Pike Allen Mike Braybille Allen Bybee Tfe Arrow Gang Crowson Hamilton Joe Palmer Barrow Gang Jack Foreman Hamilton County George Scott Bexar W. C G. Gresham Fort Bend Arthur Whitten

Double Liability Assessment upheld against Lorain bank stockholders

A Lorain court ruled in favor of State Superintendent of Banks S. H. Squire, upholding a double liability assessment against 77 stockholders of The Peoples Savings Bank of Lorain. The finding, by Common Pleas Judge C. H. Huston, fixes about 50,009 in double liability after a two day trial. The case centers on liquidation by Cleveland Trust Company and a broader bank failure in Lorain County.

S. H. Squire Peomes Savings Bank Loram Common C. H. Huston Marafield State Banking’ Department Bank‘ing Department Ohio Joseph I. Sterns Cleweland Ianias Ira Fulton

Elyria Minister Named Moderator of Presbytery

Rev. George A. Brown pastor of the United Presbyterian church in Elyria was chosen Moderator of the Cleveland Presbytery at a meeting held Tuesday at Goodyear Heights United Presbyterian Church in Akron. He will serve the ensuing year. Rev. Brown and A. W. Baird attended representing the focal church.

George A. Brown United Presbyterian Church Cleveland Goodyear Heights United

Six Men Charged With Interfering With Mails in Strike Era

United States Attorney Em erich B. Freed authorized six warrants charging interference with the mails related to the picket line activities of workers in the Mahoning Valley. Warrants target three men in Warren and three in Youngstown. Penalty includes a $500 fine and up to six months imprisonment.

Cleveland United States Emerich B. Freed Arecl Mahoning Valley United Front Federal Steel Mediation Board Republic Steel Corp Mediation Board Warren and Niles Republic Postal Department Freed

Lorain Street Railway Co. To Be Sold At Auction

Lorain Street Railway Co. will be sold at public auction in Elyria on Aug. 2 under an order issued by Federal Judge Paul Jones. F. W. Coen, former president and receiver since 1953, is to conduct the sale as special master. Foreclosure action by Guaranty Trust Co. of New York and Union Trust Co. seeks about 1.16 million dollars in mortgage bonds in default. The company owes Lorain County over 20,000 in taxes and special assessments. it operates 12 miles of track in Elyria and Lorain and has run at a loss since 1934.

Cleveland, Q Lorain Street Railway Co Elyria Paul Jones Lorain County Lorain

Mediation Board Makes Headway in Steel Dispute

Washington June 23. Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins said the Federal Steel Mediation Board is making definite headway toward a solution of the problem that keeps strikers and steel workers apart.

Washington Frances Perkins Federal Steel Mediation Board

Strikers Force Evacuation At Warren Steel Plant

A CI O called general strike prompts National Guardsmen to clear about 500 sympathizers outside Republic Steel in Warren. Nonstrikers inside the plant prepare to evacuate 2000 to 3000 as guards enforce a court order to permit controlled exit and entry.

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Inquiry Begins Into Charges Of Coercion In Youngstown

The National Labor Relations Board opened a probe into charges by the Steel Workers Organizing Committee that Republic Steel Corp interfered with union activity. Officials including Mark Lauter will gather witnesses in Youngstown and nearby towns. Twenty two workers allegedly discharged for union activity and accusations of collusion with local officials were cited. A cease and desist order could follow if findings justify the charges.

Youngstown, O National Labor Relations Board Today Steel Workers Organizing Committee Republic Steel Corp Mark Lauter Labor Board Washington Republic Steel Youngstown Warren Niles Lauter Oscar Hosking Lawrence Hunt Inqairy Canton Oscar Grossman Warren and Heber Blankenhorn Lee Pressman Committee For Industrial Organization Pressman Republic Ralph Elser Mahoning County Lionel Evans

Senator Norris Admitted After Indigestion Attack

Senator George W. Norris of Nebraska was confined to Naval Hospital after an indigestion attack. Attaches said the episode was not serious and that rest and recuperation were advised. Hospital notes indicated no major complication and likely brief confinement.

Washington George W. Norris Nebraska Naval Hospital Norris

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Spain DeMille Southam Bulletin Antil Davey Railway Express Brussels Belgium Earle Harrisburg George H. Earle Franklin D. Roosevelt France U.S Texas Trinity Eastham State Prison Groveton Rev. G. A. Brown Balletin
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