Raging Floods Toll Rising Across Mexico and Midwest
Death toll climbs past 500 as floods devastate the Mexican Valley and mid western states. In Mexico 350 lives lost after a wall of water struck a San Pedro church, with seven survivors. Nebraska Missouri and Kansas report heavy damage and high fatalities, total losses estimated at millions.
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Flood kills hundreds in Mexico City valley church scene
A daylight flood in the Mexico City valley claimed about 400 lives, many while praying at San Pedro church as mud and debris buried worshippers. Rescue efforts with candles lit the ruined altar area while villagers identified victims and nearby towns suffered as walls collapsed and waters surged.
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City Council Weighs Beer Rules and Port Plans
The council discussed beer licensing, extending street tax deadlines to July, and granting one year port rights to Ward Massey for aviation ventures. The Southern Flying Service aims to develop an Atlanta to Tampa air route hub with existing planes and six students, while judges require oath of allegiance for all city officers.
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Fight for bonus abandoned until the next session
Washington reports that bonus forces in Congress dropped cash payment plans for this session and will push the Patman inflation bill next session ahead of the presidential election. The conference, led by Rep Patman, referred the issue back to the people, with opposition deemed too costly to compromise now.
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Lindbergh Withdrawn as TWA Technical Adviser
Henry B. Dupont announced Col. Charles A. Lindbergh has withdrawn from active part in TWA management as technical adviser for a time at least. The statement came from Wilmington, Delaware, on June 4.
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Federal officers unusually active in Tacoma search
Federal agents raised Tacoma field force to about 30 with a dozen new men as the George Weyerhaeuser kidnapping case heats up. Seattle and state patrols used airplanes and cars in the Issaquah region while DOJ men probed hot clues and possible hideouts in Washington and British Columbia. A spokesman said investigators were pursuing routine lines with no immediate results expected.
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Man Who Had His Son Crucify Him Is Committed To State Hospital
High Point North Carolina June 4 by press R J Riggs a 36 year old filling station owner who had his son crucify him on a cross in a vain attempt to win back his estranged wife's affections will be sent to the state hospital for the insane at Morganton A justice of the peace signed the order three days after Riggs was found nailed to a crude cross near his station His wife with their two small daughters remained at her parents home She had previously sought support court action and said her feelings toward Riggs were unchanged.
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Guards Patrol Monroe Mills as Workers Picket
National guardsmen continued to patrol the Walton Textile mills in Monroe Georgia while striking workers were allowed four pickets around the plant. Troopers arrived after dawn to support local officials after walkouts over the discharge of several mill officials. About 450 workers normally employed had returned to work. no disorder occurred at opening or shift changes.
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Germany demands 400000 ton navy at Anglo German talks
London reports say Hitler delegates seek a Reich navy of 400000 tons as naval talks begin. Britain aims to trim total fleet to about 351000 tons in home waters, with Germany’s current strength at 163000 tons. Talks enter second session as figures remain undisclosed.
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London Opens Talks on Armament Limits with Germany
Anglo German naval discussions began with Sir John Simon welcoming Joachim von Ribbentrop. The private talks aim at a possible world conference to limit sea armaments, with Britain ready to sponsor if progress continues and Germany open to equal partnership among major powers.
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Weather Update for Southern States
The following notices forecast partly cloudy skies for South Carolina and Georgia with slight cooling along the coast. Florida shows partial cloud cover with possible showers in the east and south and cooler air in the extreme north tonight. Alabama and northwest Florida expect generally fair weather tonight and Wednesday.
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Westberry Recaptured Watching Sandlot in Moultrie
Westberry escaped from a Calhoun county convict camp last Thursday and was recaptured in Moultrie after sitting at a sandlot game. Guards approached him as spectators watched a heated local match near the A B and C Railroad. Westberry, serving a life term for a double murder, said he preferred to be back with Colquitt county authorities.
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Revival of NRA Planned by the President
President Roosevelt and his cabinet agreed to present emergency legislation to revive the NRA on a restricted basis. Plans center on restoring NRA principles limited to interstate commerce while broader constitutional powers may be pursued later.
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Italy Grievance Over Ethiopian Forces Reported
Rome reports a new Italian grievance against Ethiopian forces citing an attack on Italian native troops near the Eritrean border last Friday. Officials say 39 Italians were killed, with Ethiopians also accused of stealing cattle and attempting to invade the Italian military zone near Gubelf. No Italian casualties are listed.
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Roosevelt to press new deal in Congress including NRA revival
President Roosevelt and his cabinet agreed to push the New Deal in Congress with a restricted NRA revival to fit the Supreme Court ruling. The Social Security bill was re examined, especially by Secretary Perkins who cited constitutional grounds. No immediate announcements were made. Perkins said the social security measure rests on the federal taxing power, not the interstate commerce clause.
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Roosevelt aims to revive NRA through legislation
President Roosevelt signals intent to ask Congress to restore core NRA principles tied to interstate commerce. Authorities confirm the administration is ready to push a revival plan amid ongoing discussions.
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