Indianapolis Times, Indianapolis, Marion County, 4 June 1936 — Page 3
SPEAKER BYRNS' SUDDEN DEATH STUNS CAPITAL
Bankhead May Be Named Successor; Senate Votes Recess.
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the great door al the rear of the historic chamber. O'Connor walked beside Bankhead. The new Speaker was clad in a white linen suit. Heads of the leaders were bowed. They walked slowly to the well of the House, At the vacant Speaker's chair, O'Connor turned to the House: “Ladies and gentlemen of the House,” he said. “I present to you your new Speaker, Hon, William B. Bankhead. He will now be sworn.” Rep. Adolph Sabath, veteran Illinois Democrat, administered the oath of office. Mr. Bankhead then raised his gavel and rapped twice for order. The ceremony was over and the chaplain began the prayer with which House sessions customarily open, \
Complete Shift Likely
Bankhead'’s choice as Speaker left the post of majority leader open. Democratic leaders decided not to attempt to fill the position during the remainder of this session.
There was possibility that the death of Mr. Byrns would bring about a complete shift in house leadership next session if the Democratic majority continues.
Mr. Bankhead has been ill much of the time since the Seventy-fourth Congress began, It was regarded as possible he would not seek re-elec-tion as Speaker. This might throw both the speakership and the ma- . jority leadership open to a scramble among leading Democrats.
After ceremonies inducting Mr. Bankhead into office the House adjourned subject to the call of the chair tomorrow. It was planned that Mr. Byrns body lie in state in the well of the house for several hours before the ceremonies tomorrow,
Delay Is Probable
Mr. Bankhead, who has suffering from heart trouble for several years, left the floor immediately after the House session. He went to his office, where he relaxed on a couch to recuperate from the excitement of the brief session. Leaders said that under plans no further legislative business would be transacted in the House until June 15—the Monday after the Republican convention. This means that action on many bills will be substantially delayed and it became possible that Congress might be forced to recess during the Democratic convention as well as the Republican. This probably would mean Congress would not. complete its legislative tasks until some time early in July.
LUDLOW PAYS TRIBUTE TO SPEAKER BYRNS
Congressman, Local Pastor Among Last Visitors at Office. Times Special WASHINGTON, June 4.—Rep. Louis Ludlow, who had been a friend of Speaker Joseph W. Byrns since he first came to Congress from Tennessee, was one of the last callers at the Speaker’s office before he died. Rep. Ludlow went there to present Rev. Carleton W. Atwater, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Indianapolis, who wanted to discuss mutual friends at Nashville, Tenn. They left at 4:30. An hour later the Speaker suffered a stroke and died shortly after midnight. Mr. Ludlow today paid tribute to Speaker Byrns and related incidents of their 28-year friendship. During most of that time Mr. Ludlow was in press gallery. As congressman, he was the first to support Mr. Byrns for the Speakership after the death of Speaker Rainey. “He was the most lovable man I ever knew,” Mr. Ludlow declared: “I do not believe he had an enemy on earth.” Tribute to the Speaker also was paid by Rep. Willlam H. Larrabee and other members of the Indiana congressional delegation. “In the death of Speaker Byrns the nation lost a truly great statesman and leader, and I have lost a most loyal friend,” Mr. Larrabee said. “I. am deeply grieved at the untimely passing of one of the outSanding figures in our national e.”
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“Everybody has been so kind to me,” he said. Mrs. Springer sat in a box directly behind the candidate holding her husband's straw hat -and lcoking very proud. Mr. Springer’s 82-year-old mother was not present to see him nominated, but he thanked the convention on her behalf. He received his admirers on the floor of the convention directly beneath the picture of George Washington.
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MERIT PLAN IS STUDIED
Committe: of New Unemployment Compensation Division Meets.
The committee appointed to study the development of a merit sys-
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tem governing employes in the new | sity. Bureau of Social Research; state unemployment compensation | Mrs. Walter S. Greenough, acting division, held its first meeting this | president of the Indianapolis League
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KNOX ADVISES INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENGE
U. S. Should Keep Freedom to Act Freely in Crises, He Says.
- BY PAUL T. SMITH United Press Staff Correspondent (Copyright, 1935. by United Press) CHICAGO, June 4—Frank Knox, Chicago publisher and candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, today advocated a return to early American principles in foreign relations as the best ¢on-
tribution this country could make toward world peace.
Entire freedom to act independently in any international crisis should be retained, Knox asserted, while “we endeavor to achieve peace by our own conduct and attitude.” “Read George Washington's farewell address.” was Knox's reply to a question regarding his views on foreign relations. Knox answered eight questions revealing his opinions on current problems. The questions and answers: Q—Do you favor complete isolation from European affairs, or to what degree do you believe the United States should co-operate with Europe toward promoting world peace? What American action do you conceive as most likely to be useful? A—George Washington's farewell address contained the best advice. We should avoid entangling alliances and be friendly to all nations. Q—What is your attitude toward the suggestions made in Latin America that the forthcoming PanAmerican peace conference at Buenos Aires should evolve a plan for an American League of Nations? A—]I am opposed to an - American League of Nations. I favor promotion of and participation in. conferences to discuss Western Hemisphere interests and settle disputes. Q—In the event of a European war what attitude should the United States adopt? Would this attitude be governed by aggression of one country or the appeal of a weak nation whose sovereignty was being violated, or would you regard non-
participation imperative regardless}
of the circumstances? ; A—I can not say definitely what the country’s attitude on a European war would be until the particular crisis arises. Favors Freedom of Seas Principle Q—Do you adhere to this country’'s historical freedom of the seas in case of war, even though it might involve conflict with Britain as it almost did
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Mark Start. Timer Special RICHMOND, Ind. June 4—The eleventh annual state convention of the Disabled American Veterans of the World War was to open here today with the arrival of State Commander Omer Stevens and Adjutant William V. Pierceall, both of Indianapolis. Business sessions and a parade are to be features of tomorrow's program, while state and national officers of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, United Spanish War Veterans and their auxiliaries are to be honor guests at the annual banquet» Saturday night.
in the early years of the World War? Would you favor supplying European belligerents with American products? A—I favor the principle of freedom of the seas and I do not believe that it will be abandoned in another crisis by the United States any more than it will be by other nations. I am opposed to war on a mercenary basis. Q—What is your attitude toward suggestions that the Constitution should be amended to limit the powers of the Supreme Court to overrule measures concurred in by Congress and the chief executive? A—I am firmly opposed to limitation of powers of the Supreme Court.
Opposed to Inflation
Q—What is your attitude toward increased taxation to balance the national budget; “controlled” ‘inflation; monetary relief versus public works relief to the unemployed; stabilization of currencies; Federal spending and old-age pensions? A—I believe the budget can be balanced by economy. There is abundant revenue now for relief and governmental expenditures. A balanced budget would increase business confidence, and increase revenue from the existing taxes. I am opposed to any kind of currency inflation. I favor cash relief to the unemployed. I favor currency stabilization immediately. I indorse international currency stabilization by
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Marion, attorney, and now judge of the Grant ‘County Superior Court. Judge of the Appellate Court, First District, Alfred Evens, Bloomington, attorney.
Allen County Switches
Judge of Appellate Court, Second District, Clifford V. Du Comb, South Bend. Judge Springer’s victory on the second ballot was forecast after the first eight counties had voted-on the roll call. A switch in Allen County, near the top of the roll call, coupled with the withdrawal of George R. Hill, Michigan City, and the releasing of his 216 delegates were determining factors. His four opponents, Glen R. Hillis, Kokomo; Elza O. Rogers, Lebanon; Herbert H. Evans and Lem H. Trotter, Indianapolis, withdrew in Mr. Springer’s favor.
Springer Leads First Ballot
Mr. Springer was in the van on the first ballot with 644'2 votes. Mr. Hillis had 387%; Mr. Evans, 280; Mr. Rogers, 184%; Mr. Hill, 216; and Mr. Trotter, 10%. When Grant County, home county of Mr. Hillis, and Henry County, bailiwick of Mr. Evans; switched to the Springer bandwagon on the second ballot the press flashes of victory for Mr. Springer were being written. Lake County’s 98 votes swung to Mr. Springer from a split vote for the other major candidates and the voting closed as Marion County cast its entire delegation of 195 for the Connersville attorney and former American Legion head.
Coliseum Is Packed
The motion to instruct the dele-gates-at-large and to request the 24 delegates from the congressional
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districts to vote for Mr. Landon ag the national convention was made by Henry W. Marshall, Lafayetts publisher. The voice vote on the motion was close, with the “ayes” said to have a slight edge in volume. Chairman John L. Morman, Knox; gaveled the motion as successful. No de= mands were made for a roll call.
The Coliseum was packed with
spectators throughout the day. Keynoters Are Cheered The press section, as well as the
galleries, found it difficult to hear .
the ballot counts because of a faulty broadcasting system. Convention speakers had difficulty in making themselves understood by the dele: gates on the floor. A platform, that dealt largely with tax questions and urged repeal of the gross income tax and passage of a net income tax, was approved. Delegates and the gallery cheered as three keynote speakers, Rep.. Charles Halleck, state Senators William E. Jenner, Paoli, and Mrs. Eleanor Barker Snodgrass, Nashe ville, new national committeewoms an, spoke on the issues of the ensuing campaign.
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