Wirt's Dinner Talk Sparks Senate Tax and Plot Alarms
Gary educator William A Wirt testifies about a red plot against the U S government at a Washington country house dinner attended by government officials and News agency staff The panel weighs calls for investigation while the revenue bill’s estate tax amendments raise the tax on large fortunes to as high as 60 percent for estates over 10.6 million dollars, reshaping the tax landscape.
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Congressmen clash over Wirt case and land sale plot
Debate centers on claims Wirt was imprisoned for pro German activity and accusations by Interior officials of seeking public money for a Gary Island project. Wirt denies ties to the plan while his firm held dune land for years. A Kansas Republican derailed a speech. DOJ revisits an old matter involving McGugin and Barnett.
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Senate debate over Couzens tax amendment faces uncertain fate
Senator Couzens pushes a flat sixteen percent tax increase plan to fund federal needs. The measure failed in the Senate on first vote by a narrow margin, with opposition wavering and President's support in doubt. Lat Flarrison of the Senate Finance Committee urged urgency and reserved reconsideration. The Michigan senator’s proposal drew cautious reactions from lawmakers.
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Nourmahal voyage ends as yacht reaches Miaosnoo
The Nourmahal trip ends with the yacht arrival and tense moments as aides and guests, including Secretary McIntyre and General Johnson Donald Richberg, travel by train after avoiding danger from a passing locomotive. The White House party narrowly escapes calamity near Coral Gables en route to meet the president.
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NRA shakeup appoints Colfin Fynch to lead reforms
Washington reports a radical reorganization of the NRA with Colfin Fynch, an infantry officer, given full authority over non-signed codes and amendments. Genevil Johnson will retire as the administration expands beyond a single leader, and John Bons tighthand man is highlighted as the most advanced thinker in United States arms.
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Labor unrest and plant shutdowns across auto industry
Chaotic conditions in the auto sector persist despite government mediation. A Motor Products plant strike ended with a 10 percent pay rise and arbitration over disputed wages, allowing the Fordham or Campbell Wyant foundry to reopen. About 400 Nash Motor workers remained on strike in Kenosha Wisconsin amid demands for a 2 percent wage increase and 3 cent hourly raise. Detroit Stove Works reports no strike action while Detroit Stove Company workers seek a 0.5 percent wage lift and protest pickets.
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Formation of ecommunities to probe Army Air Corps loss
Secretary of War Eaker chairs a new committee formed to investigate the Army Air Corps and its fatal air mail flight. Co chair Charles A Lindbergh declined. Members include Dr Karl Taylor Compton, Dr George W Lewis, Clarence D Chamberlin, Amelia Earhart, Jimmy Doolittle, and Sidgagl Gorrell.
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National Advisory Committee On Aeronautics
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Doolittle
Sidgard Gorrell
Stutz Motor Car Company
Court arraigns Cannon Be core and Ada Burroughs in anti Smith funds case
Bishop Cannon Becore, James Can non Jr. of the Methodist Church South, and Ada J. Burroughs of Richmond were arraigned in Washington criminal court over alleged corrupt practices in the 1928 anti Smith campaign. They face potential prison or fines if convicted, with the key issue the reporting of 9300 and 18300 contributions, defense arguing the funds were spent within Virginia by the Smith committee.
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Cutten to Face Grain Futures Charges in Chicago
Arthur W. Cutten, a longtime Chicago wheat pit figure, is summoned to appear before the Grain Futures Administration in Chicago on September 14 to answer charges of failing to report large trades and making false reports. The case cites alleged false entries and other collusive practices dating back to 1930.
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Public Works program sees surge in March building contracts
TICIAY and the Public Works administration welcomed a Dodge report showing a sharp rise in contracting activity. In 37 eastern states, $173 million in contracts were awarded last month versus $90 million the prior period. Publicly financed work totaled $120.2 million and privately financed $52.2 million, with overall public funds rising about sixfold from March the previous year.
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Trish Lion State Minister Dies in Dublin Castle Incident
The American minister to the Trish Lion State died after an incident at Dublin Castle during a tribute. President Damon De Salera gave honors as Dawell responded to congratulators, but collapsed and died almost immediately.
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Trans Andean cable feat marks engineering milestone in Andes
Across the Andes, engineers oversee a telegraph cable laid through rugged passes from Argentina to Chile. The article recalls historic rail and cable progress, detailing Perilous climbs, snow, avalanches, and the Christ of the Andes as the train nears Chile.
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Revolution in Austria Threatens Stability and Rail Disaster
In Austria a secretive warning signed A Fighter cites a coming day of revenge as the Lona Paris London express train derails after a rail is removed. A fireman and another person die while many are injured, and the disruption aims to slow travel and finance, potentially hastening revolutionary momentum.
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American observer notes eggs and dollars in Spain
A distinguished American living in Spain praises fresh eggs from a farmer’s wife who takes the egg from the hen and serves it to the American for breakfast. The passage also likens tax collectors to watchful laborers who take the dollar as soon as a business is formed.
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Feminine vanity at Thanksgiving tale from Indianapolis News
A playful anecdote from a teacher reading The Courtship of Miles Standish to children shows a quiz about Priscilla Mullin’s hair color. The class split by brunette and blonde girls reveals gender-borne assumptions.
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Crady
Miles Standish
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Indianapolls News
Liquid laxatives return to use in medical practice
Hospitals and doctors favor liquid laxatives for precise dosing and controllable effects. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a safe, non habit forming option suitable for all ages, including children, offering gentle relief from constipation.
Kruschen Salt Diet Promises Slimming Quickness
A New York City woman claims to have shed 264 pounds? using Kruschen Salts in 40 days. She reports losing inches at the hips bust and waist, no hunger, improved health and vitality, and promises a money back guarantee.
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