Shadowy fixer in naval bid scheme discussed at inquiry
The senate munitions inquiry hears of a powerful civilian fixer who allegedly offered to secure 10 to 15 million dollars in naval contracts for 256 thousand dollars. Witnesses name an attorney Mr Gravem and Gulf Industries head L R Wilder. Gravem denies the claim. Navy officials testify about bid integrity as details unfold.
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U.F
Senate
NIRA
William Calvin
Metal Trade Department
American Federation of Labor
Calvin
L. R. Wilder
Gulf Industries, Inc
Mr. Gravem
Alexa B. Gravem
United Press
Wilder
Munitions Committee
Arthur Vandenberg
Michigan
Gravem
Keels
John P. Frey
Metal Trades Department
My Hyde
New York City
Emory 8
S. Land
Navy Construction
Navy
State University Student Sought After Disappearance
Montana lawmakers push H R 7 to curb court fights over appointive offices. The bill limits terms to the appointive power’s term and restricts governor appointments during vacancies. It excludes boards of education and equalization and blocks salaries for unconfirmed appointees.
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State University
House Committee of Whole
Frank H. Cooney
State Game and Fish Commission
Commissioner of Agriculture
Zales Ecton
Manhattan
W. H. Battleman
Gallatin
E. A. Peterson
A. H. Stafford
J. E. Erickson
Stafford
Pee
Edton
Boards of Education
Equalization
Hauptmann Witness Tells of Fisch Links to Ransom Plot
Isidor Fisch, long dead, is depicted as a central figure tying Bruno Hauptmann to the Lindbergh ransom scheme. Attorney General Wilentz pressed Hauptmann on contradictions and the rumored “Fisch money” linked to the stock and fur scheme. The questioning aimed to expose Fisch as a living witness in spirit, challenging Hauptmann’s explanations and memory gaps.
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Isidor Fisch
Hauptmann
David T. Wilentz
Fisch
Germany
Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Wilentz
May Be Relief Head
May Be Relief Head continues on page two column two with information about relief efforts and related statements referenced in the preceding column.
Panic Grips N Y Area as 32 Die From Alcohol Poison
Fear and panic sweep Gloversville and Mohawk valley towns as alcohol poisonings rise to 32 in central New York. At Nathan Littauer hospital over 20 people are treated with early signs of the deadly toxin while others lie in grim hovels or on city streets.
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N. Y
Gloversville
WN. Y
New York
Mohawk Valley
Nathan Littauer Hospital
Relief funds to feed needy exhausted by February
Washington reports that federal relief funds will be exhausted by February 10 while a Senate debate on the 880 million work relief bill continues. Administrations officials warn the dole to about 5 million families will taper off as the measure faces likely week long floor debate and possible White House pressure.
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Washington
Relief Administration
Senate
Appropriations Committee
Clear and Cold Weather Forecast for Butte
Yesterday was Butte's warmest day of the month with a high of 44 and an eight day thaw following a severe cold spell ten days ago. The weatherman expects continued clear conditions maybe colder with a high barometer signaling clear skies and a low around 10 above for the 24 hour period.
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Butte
Senate confirms Judge Denman for Ninth Circuit
The Senate confirmed William Denman of California tonight as judge of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington. The confirmation sets Denman to the federal appellate bench with a ceremonial senate vote and immediate fitness to serve on the Ninth Circuit.
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Senate
Denman
Washington
William Denman
California
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Montana Weather Forecast for Wednesday and Thursday
Partly cloudy in Montana on Wednesday and Thursday with a chance of snow or rain in the northwest portion. Temperatures expected to remain steady with little change.
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Montana
Butte Birthday Balls Roosevelts Draw Big Turnout Tonight
Butte plans a large crowd for two Roosevelt birthday balls at the Winter Garden and Fox Theater, aiming to raise funds for crippled children's rehabilitation. National drive mobilizes telegraph, cinema, radio, newspapers, and pulpits across 5,600 cities. Ball attendance favored by organizers despite cautious mood about other political issues.
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Butte
Winter Garden
Fox Theater
Amendment in RFC Bill Expands Mining Loans Scope
Western mining representatives hailed the Scrugham amendment as key to developing mining properties. The House passed the Senate approved measure to extend the Reconstruction Finance Corporation life by two years and broaden its lending powers to industry.
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Washington
House
Scrugham
RFC
Reconstruction Corporation
Senate
Huey Long Could Move to Scrap Louisiana Constitution
Reports say Senator Huey P. Long may use dictatorial powers to call a constitutional convention in Baton Rouge within a week. A new document would be designed to crush opposition and give Long total control, amid martial law in the capital as rival factions challenge his rule.
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New Orleans
Upp
Huey P. Long
Louisiana
Baton Rouge
Long
Oppo
Washington
East Baton Rouge Parish
Canadian Legion plans Northwest convention in Butte
The Butte Canadian Legion unit formed less than a week ago lays plans for a Northwest regional convention next August expecting about 10 000 Legionnaires. Colonel Fred Lister post will host with Col Lister from Creston B C officiating at a public installation within a month. Eight new members joined at the third meeting.
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Butte
Canadian Legion
Patriotic Hall
Northwest
Fred Lister
Lister
Creston
B. C
Fred Richardson
Edwin Shugg
James Hill
Frederick Prime
Joseph A. Coad
William M. Jones
Thomas Vincent
Hugh Forrester
Sister Post
Senate Defeats World Court Protocol Amid Tense Debate
Supporters were surprised as the Senate voted down the protocol for American adherence to the world court. The resolution fell short of the two thirds required, despite administration pressure and weeks of heated discussion. The Democratic majority, though numerically strong, could not guarantee passage of all White House proposals.
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Senate
Robinson
Roosevelt
Thomas
Utah
United States
Washington
White House
President Roosevelt silent after senate world court vote setback
Washington report notes Roosevelt did not comment on the senate's refusal to vote American adherence to the world court. White House officials said he left the office before the vote and did not send word through aides despite being informed of the outcome.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Senate
White House
Students Earn Unofficial Holiday as Semester Ends
After completing first semester exams, Butte high school and Washington junior high school grant students an unofficial three day break. Butte high students are excused today and Friday and must return tomorrow for report cards. junior high pupils receive cards Thursday at 1 30 pm. 65 Butte graduates marked four years of study. two completed the two year commercial course, with no exercises scheduled for the graduates at this time.
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Emmett F. Pankey
State University At
Missoula
J. H. Pankey
Pershing Pankey
Virginia City High School
Montana Standard
Virginia City
Butte
Butte High School
Washington Junior High School
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National Committee For
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Nebraska
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Constitution
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