20 Dec 1935
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1935
Page
1
Fragments describe a high profile crime linked to Thelma Todd's party and threats by a gang. Witnesses name actors, alleged threats, and police investigations in a crowded urban setting as details surface about a possible kidnapping linked to Todd’s death.
In Goylesrawa Pennsylvania federal agents intensified a case tied to a vanished New York youth, Milne, whose body was found near Doyestown. Investigators traced ransom plots and a ring of suspects, with Milne’s grandmother and two other figures under scrutiny as they pursued leads across Cleveland and surrounding towns.
A damaged lightship reported a gaping hole and fire igniter issue. Rescue teams including amphibian planes and coast guards sped to the scene near North Shore. Reports indicate crew evacuated to quarantine as a dangerous situation developed and salvage attempts continued.
Heavy snowfall across the state created slick streets and dangerous driving conditions. Government observers warned of continued cold and drifting snow with temperatures near freezing while trains and buses faced delays and urban drivers stayed off frozen roads.
In a postwar report, Clifton officials confirm WPA Office engineer roles and field inspectors. The case involves charges against two men linked to a manufacturing company after a riot last September. Investigations and court actions follow, with named individuals noted in the proceeding.
Washington December reports the Roosevelt administration plans immediate push for new industrial legislation as a response to international tensions. Officials debate limits on league powers and the possible impact on Italy policy amid the debate over economic measures.
Stop gap relief plans move to fund counties not yet voting on carp ponds extension until Jan. 21. Governor Davey signs $1,506 for relief from the general fund as legislative relief measures face Senate and House approval. Legislative committees push to report on last spring’s recef administratien probe into NRA era totals with emphasis on industrial development since the NRA.
Washington reports Senator Borah of Wisconsin moves toward an avowed bid for the Republican nomination. Preparations and petitions follow, with Borah signaling he would stand with party leaders and delegates as the Wisconsin delegation weighs at the Republican meeting.
Two bank messengers, Matteighley and Belph Johnson, were robbed this morning by a lone bandit armed with a sawed off shotgun. The robber seized a satchel containing about $5,000 as they entered the bank, struck them with force, and escaped.
The discussion stresses the newspaper’s role as a trusted channel for public opinion amid advances in radio and looming TV. It cites Freesman Weng on the clash of England and America and argues press independence should resist government pressure while maintaining vigilant scrutiny of what readers encounter.
A New York trial found 35 year old Mrs Reisman guilty of manslaughter in the death of her husband. The verdict followed a defense claim the man was pressured into a relationship with a younger woman and faced coercive circumstances. The judge scheduled sentencing for Monday with mercy considerations noted.
Murmurs of protest at a prison dining hall escalated into a riot as inmates clashed with guards. Detained prisoners fought, police arrived with ambulances, and damage included a roof removal. Warden Charles Soon described the incident as the serviceable medicals and inmates were referred to as wounded.
A survey shows many firms across the U S paid Christmas bonuses, with amounts ranging from modest sums to substantial yearly salaries. Reported examples include Manchester Inc sharing 100 dollars per worker and other plants distributing 20 to 210 dollars, plus extended raises or one week’s pay as bonuses.
Tec 20 1 Friend segment reports Republican Senator Thomas Schall of Minnesota was struck by a car near Hyattsville Maryland. He suffered crushed left leg scalp wounds and a serious head injury but regained consciousness hours later. Secretary Leen and others aided him across the street. The driver was charged with careless driving and released on own recognizance.
Fors Worth janitor attorney T Morten, 25, dies after plunging from the Rice Hotel tenth floor. Norton, a DOT agent, and Miller, securities lawyer, were among witnesses. Morten, UT graduate and Texas Law alum, had worked at the Securities Exchange. The incident occurred Wednesday as he attended government business in Houston.
A damage suit filed by Promoters O. Dec. 26 seeks 21 million dollars against Everese agorsnall and others tied to the hea velgay wrestling campionship. The suit names Promoters Caargeo hag, alleges a conspiracy with the Promdens to belittle Maz Shairs and disrupt a seatywe with coniences. The Saturday Evening F.
Fragmentary OCR yields a murder mystery reference involving a person nicknamed Pepe Ge mare and a Trembter called Starz face al Cavones mod Woomex rating. The text mentions a gunshot incident near a university and a man with 25 cents. Weather hints indicate cloudy to cold with stray flurries in the northeast tonight.
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