Tag: April 1934
Dillinger Aide, Bank Heist, Indiana 1934
April 30, 1934, will be remembered as a day of high-stakes drama in the world of organized crime. John Dillinger, the notorious gangster, had an ace up his sleeve – a trusted aide with a knack for escape. In a daring two-battle showdown, the Dillinger loyalist managed to outwit his captors and make a daring…
Wanda T. Stewart and Walter H. Wyeth Shot Dead by Posse, Victorville CA, 1934
April 29, 1934 – In a hail of gunfire, two notorious escapees from San Quentin prison met their untimely demise in Victorville, California. Wanda T. Stewart, 29, and Walter H. Wyeth, 40, were considered among the most desperate of convicts, rivaling the infamous John Dillinger in notoriety. Their violent crime spree came to a swift…
Sarah Johnson, Embezzlement, California 2022
Arlette Simon, the enigmatic wife of infamous con artist Armand Stavisky, has been revealed to be a key player in her husband’s illicit schemes. Born near Spain, Arlette grew up on the notorious boardwalk, where her vivacity, sparkling eyes, and charming smile made her a local sensation. However, her life took a tumultuous turn when…
Margaret Sanger, Birth Control Literature Circulation, New York 1929
In a shocking turn of events, the Senate Judiciary Committee has approved a bill that will permit the circulation of birth control literature among medical professionals, sparking heated debate among senators. The Hastings bill, championed by the tireless Margaret Sanger, has been a long-time crusade for reproductive rights. For the first time in history, the…
McLeod Bank Payoff Bill, Bank Fraud, Washington 1934
In a shocking twist, the Washington Chiefs have called off the opening game of the 1934 baseball season due to relentless rain. Scheduled for today, the highly anticipated tilt between the Washington Griffins and the Boston Red Sox was canceled at the last minute, dashing the hopes of thousands of fans eagerly awaiting the start…
Col. Ike Ashburn Linked to Highway Robbery, Brownsville TX, 1934
In a daring raid, bandits struck the Valley, leaving a trail of terror in their wake. According to sources, the robbers targeted copy bandits, making off with valuable goods. The brazen heist sent shockwaves through the community, leaving residents on high alert. As the investigation unfolds, attention turns to Col. Ike Ashburn, a prominent figure…
Bill Hogan, Public Disturbance, San Antonio TX, 1934
GrimyTimes.com exclusively brings you the tale of a tipsy young woman and her wild ride at a San Antonio bus station. It was late Monday evening, and Bill Hogan, back in town from Dallas, was enjoying a quiet moment at the bus station, engrossed in reading about the infamous Clyde Barrow-Bonnie Parker saga. That’s when…
Bloodshed in the Valley: Parr’s Allies Try to Buy Votes
The usually tranquil Valley was plunged into chaos in the 1934 state senate campaign. Reports from Corpus Christi revealed a new tactic employed by Senator Parr’s team. They were urging business interests in the coastal city to abandon their support for F.W. Seabury of Brownsville and back Parr instead. This move, allegedly, was motivated by…
P.W. Seabury, Campaign Finance Bribery, Texas 2024
The Brownsville Herald has uncovered a shocking twist in the ongoing campaign for state senator. Sources close to the Corpus Christi campaign of Sen. Parr have revealed that business interests in the city are being urged to abandon their support of P.W. Seabury from Brownsville and throw their weight behind Parr. Related Federal Cases Bonds,…
