Roosevelt Signals Optimism On Economy And New Deal
President Roosevelt in Hyde Park framed a $3.75 billion relief program as a boost to commerce and relief for the needy. He said industry and farming are improving and announced a forthcoming fireside chat from the White House. He outlined rapid disbursement of aid through PWA and WPA projects and stressed government and local partnership to revive business and employment.
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Federal Spending Program Launched Amid New PWA Grants
Federal Works Administration began distributing nearly 290 million dollars to states and cities for stimulus projects under the new spending lending plan. President Roosevelt signed the 3.75 billion dollar bill, signaling action across PWA and related agencies. Initial grants cover 45 percent of project costs with 55 percent funded by applicants, targeting about 2,000 projects totaling roughly 600 million dollars, with further allotments to follow as funds are allocated.
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Hey Kids Look Summer Arrives Amid Longest Day
Summer arrived last night as temperatures neared the 90s with the sun at its northernmost point. The new season brings outdoor enjoyment and a sense of celebration for both youngsters and adults.
Sawyer Denies Lewis Tie Up In Ohio Campaign
In suburban Heveland Heights Sawyer said only two candidates for governor exist in the Democratic primary and denied any tie up with John L. Lewis. He rebutted Gov. Davey’s claim of arranging with Lewis for CIO support, insisting he has never spoken with Lewis. Local Democratic officials and Mrs. E L Handley criticized Davey for misrepresentation and said Cincinnati women did not boo the governor at the Akron convention.
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Paradise for Hitch-Hikers Causes City Traffic Complaints
Des Moines city traffic engineer Harry Stedman warned that hitchhikers exploit traffic light push buttons to stop traffic for rides. In Cleveland suburbs Rocky River a Nickel Diate Dry Cleaners plant was bombed again, with owner Charles Peterka blaming competitive jealousy.
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Rearrest Man After Escape From County Jail
Dewey Randall, 38, of 334 North Fifth Street, attempted to elude police after escaping from a county work gang. He was recaptured on Linden Avenue around 10 o’clock and returned to jail to serve his sentence after pleading guilty to intoxication.
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Louis Has Five-Pound Weight Edge
The New York weigh in for the Louis Schmeling title bout at Yankee Stadium shows Louis at 198 and Schmeling at 193 pounds. The ceremony drew nearly 700 reporters, with delays, crowd noise, and weather notes amid a muggy, overcast day and a forecast of occasional showers.
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37 Bodies Recovered After Train Wreck
Miles City Montana officials counted 37 known dead as search for victims in Milwaukee Road Olympian crash near Coster Creek neared end. Workers retrieved three bodies from a submerged sleeper car, while three more were pulled from the Yellowstone River, one 130 miles from the scene. Officials expected more victims as investigation notes blamed flood waters for the derailment.
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No Leniency From Supreme Court Ohio Condemned Man
Robert Snow was condemned by the Ohio Supreme Court to die in the Ohio Penitentiary on July 13 for the January 18 slaying of Harriet Beger in Ak aud. He originally faced electrocution last Friday but received a stay pending appeal, which the court refused to hear. Convicted by a three judge court of fatally shooting the woman.
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Zanesville to Host 1939 State Bricklayers Convention
The Chamber of Commerce announced Zanesville will host the 1939 state convention of the International Union of Bricklayers Masons Plasterers and Tile-setters in June. More than 300 labor representatives are expected, with officers and key figures including John Tockel and George Lemmon present from the local union. The three day meeting will focus on working conditions for trades groups.
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New Citizen Andrew Glendining Voted in McKinley Era
Columbus report states Andrew T. Glendining born in Liverpool England aged 30 recently became a United States citizen after long residency. He reportedly voted for McKinley in 1900 and in all general elections since, while investigators note his father died before final citizenship papers were issued.
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Queen Mother In Grave Health Crisis Reported
London dispatch reports the grave illness of Queen Elizabeth II’s 101 year old mother, the Queen Mother. Details on her condition are limited, with hospitals and royal aides providing minimal statements as concern grows.
Romanian Fascist Leader Jailed for Treason in Romania
Cor nel iu Zelea Codreanu, head of the outlawed Tron Guard, was sent to Doftana prison in Prahova to begin a ten year term for high treason. He was accused of plotting to seize King Carol and seize government control.
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Countess Haugwitz-Reventlow Guards Kidnap Threat at London Estate
Silent guards watched the Countess Barbara Haugwitz-Reventlow’s stately London mansion after reports of a kidnap threat to her two year old son Count Lance Haugwitz-Reventlow. Scotland Yard posted guards at ports and airfields but officials denied knowledge of any active threat. A nurse wheeled the child in a carriage while precautions were described as protective devices built into the home.
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Forest Fires Sweep Western Canada
Western Canada endures its worst forest fires on record as flames sweep a 250 mile front through Alberta bush country. A hot rainless spell drives rapid spread, threatening sawmills farms and at least one community Caroline about 30 miles northwest of Calgary.
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Black's Ouster Denied as Non-Political Action
Columbus tax official Ralph Wilkins testified that Elbert Black was removed as gasoline tax division chief to cut costs, not for politics, while Black sues to regain his civil service post. The trial heard claims of threats to witnesses and possible contamination of testimony, with Judge Scarlett weighing a prosecutor inquiry into contradictions and pending witness depositions.
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Lehman in Race For Senate
Democratic Gov. Hebert H. Lehman entered the race for New York's vacant Senate seat triggering a scramble for the governorship. State Atty. Gen. John J. Sennett Jr. joined the Democratic field as party leaders weigh Lehman's plans and potential impacts on Roosevelt era politics.
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Four Plead Not Guilty To Spy Charges In Federal Case
Four defendants including Johanna Hofmann Gustave Riwmrich Erich Glaser and Otto Voss pleaded not guilty to espionage related charges in a sprawling federal probe. Bail set at 32500 each. Bench warrants issued for 14 additional accused, many believed in Germany with two identified as German war ministry officers. Glaser and Voss cited in broader conspiracy and defense information transmissions to Germany.
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Franco On Verge of New Drive
The Associated Press reports two British freighters were sunk in Spanish waters as Prime Minister Chamberlain pressed for a Spanish war truce. A Chinese crew member died aboard the Thorpeness, with rescue for the rest. Britain cites Italian craft in Insurgent service and underscores no retaliation planned for sinkings. Chamberlain cites Anglo Italian pact aims and prerequisite conditions tied to a settlement in the Spanish conflict.
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