08 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1936
Page
1
Federal and state officers chase the criminally insane escapees from the Minnesota state asylum. Lawrence De Vol, a convicted robber and murder suspect, led the break slugging guards. Six inmates recaptured. six or more fugitives seized a car to flee, after trapping five guards on the second floor.
A three day manhunt in central Oregon rangelands ended with the capture of 19 year old Darrel Walker who confessed to killing Merritt Peacock 25 after evading pursuers since last Friday He rode a limping horse to his father s ranch and surrendered after his father called the police Sheriff Ben Groff said witnesses from a sheep camp saw the slaying In Paris France 150000 coal miners began a general strike shortly after a prior workers victory under the new government Employers signed an agreement granting five labor demands though warned of economic consequences
In Cleveland on June 8 Governor Alf M Landon was forecast to clinch the Republican presidential nomination on the first ballot. Representative Joseph Martin of Massachusetts, Landon's floor manager, argued the current public sentiment makes the outcome seem inevitable.
Emperor Haile Selassie bareheaded laid a wreath at the Cenotaph in Whitehall to honor world war dead. Crown Prince Asfa Wosan and Ras Kassa accompanied him. Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden paid a courtesy visit, a customary gesture for visiting sovereigns.
In Vancouver B C on June 3 reports describe worsening flood conditions across Yukon Territory and northern British Columbia. Winter floods have devastated land and disrupted communications while millions of dollars in property appear at risk. A steamer lies tied near a Catholic church in Stewart River area with residents displaced. Hospitals report patients treated on upper floors as water covers lower levels. Heat from 89 degree temperatures accelerates snowmelt worsening floods along the Stikine and nearby rivers near Telegraph Creek and near the Yukon boundary.
The Republican National Committee set a credentials session for Tuesday to decide seating in Alaska as it meets in Cleveland to choose a presidential nominee. Frank Burns of Seattle predicts the regulars will be seated after a 102 to 2 vote in favor of Albert White’s delegation from Juneau.
National Open Golf Championship action heated up at Baltusrol as Victor Zhezzi and Ray Mangrum led at 140 after 36 holes. Paul Runyan and Clarence Clark trailed with 141 while Bloomfield’s 69-71 swing kept them in contention amid the scoring siege. In Cleveland a murder mystery resurfaces as detectives reopen the Black Legion link to the decapitation case.
Just arrived from Seattle the gas schooner Nanuk brings fresh oranges carrots onions and beets to POLET's market. Officials note reliable supply and seasonal fruit and vegetable variety for local shoppers.
Beginning June 9 all city purchases in Nome must be accompanied by a purchase order. Signed by the Finance Committee the notice directs enforcement and tolls for city officials. Publish Monday Wednesday Saturday.
Classified brief notes Billie Austin offers cleaning work for rugs cars pets window washing and other chores in Nevada area for spring cleaning needs with contact line provided only.
Dr. Clinton L Wunder, regional director of Townsend old age pension, opened his letters to the press denying claims by James Sullivan that some letters were obscene. Wunder asserts Sullivan inferred improper conduct with women, naming his wife and Jack Kiefers wife and secretary, which he says are not intended.
A subscription notice invites readers to subscribe to The Name Daily Nugget for two dollars per month by carrier. It emphasizes easy sign up and steady delivery of daily briefings.
An Alaska report notes Father Hubbiprd will pilot aircraft to take aerial pictures over the territory. Juneau observers describe the mission as a joint effort with local authorities to document terrain and landmarks from the air.
Alcatraz Prison reports warden states Capone was knocked down by Harm Wales after Capone called Naley a lady chaser. San Francisco News had reported the incident as true.
Two men were executed in the electric chair in Huntsville Texas for holdup murders. James D MacAlister a white man and Richard Davis a Black man were put to death. one killer netted only $2.30. The Nugget reports the June 8 event.
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