Byrd Completes South Pole Flight With Base Return
Commander Richard E. Byrd completed a successful South Pole flight in the Floyd Bennett after surveying adjacent territory. President Hoover sent a message of appreciation through The New York Times and its partner papers praising Byrd and his crew for courage leadership and careful preparation.
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Byrd
Little America
South Pole
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Hoover
Little
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Herbert Hoover
Harvard Yale clash ends with critical injury to Victor M. Harding
In Cambridge during the fourth quarter of the Harvard Yale gridiron clash Viktor M. Harding a 21 year old Crimson end suffered a back hit that ruptured his spleen. He underwent surgery and a blood transfusion to save his life and doctors said recovery would take several days before he could be considered out of danger. Harding’s father was a former Harvard great end over two decades ago.
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Victor M. Harding
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Harvard
Harding
Byrd South Pole flight hailed as groundbreaking triumph
Washington reports vast acclaim for Commander Richard E. Byrd and his Antarctic flight. President Hoover sent congratulations via radio message, while Britain considers land claims and the State Department notes the ownership dispute. National Geographic Society lauds Byrd and contrasts polar feats with earlier North Pole exploration.
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South Pole
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Little America
New York Times
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Antarctic
Elondon
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State Department
National Geographic Society
Gilbert Grosvenor
Midwest Cold Paralyzes Travel and Life As Ice Grips
Bitter cold and northeast winds plunge the Midwest below zero in November. Eleven deaths tied to the freeze, thousands seek aid as destitution grows in Chicago and surrounding areas. Lake shipping stalls amid looming ice, while pilots brave open flights in deadly cold.
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Middles West
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Great Lakes Region
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Indiana
New Prayer Book Has Many Changes
New York Nov 30 The revised book of common prayer after fifteen years work will go into use tomorrow in all Protestant Episcopal churches in the United States. It features many changes most notably the omission of the word obey in the marriage service by the bride and the phrase with all my worldly good I thee endow by the bridegroom.
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United States
Greatest returns for the amount invested in i News Classified Ads
The i News announces strong value in its classified ads with high return on investment for advertisers. Local merchants report measurable customer response and cost efficiency compared to other media.
Historic East Cold Snap Grips Northeast
A severe cold wave hit the East with sub freezing temperatures across New York State and the Northeast. NYC fell to 20 degrees with a 38 mile per hour wind. One woman died in Staten Island from freezing after fainting while emptying ashes.
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New York City
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New York State
New England
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Malone
N. Y
Pittsburgh
Flowers Survive Cold Snap In Sterling Floral Shop
In Sterling Illinois on November 30 a severe freeze ended a fire at a local florist. The zero degree weather killed hundreds of dollars in flowers though a few blooms endured thanks to being stored in an icebox.
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Sterlings
Northwest gale drives grain carriers to port
A northwest gale sweeping the Great Lakes forced seven grain boats and four package freighters to seek port today. The continuing storm prompted maritime disruption across the lakes chain. Continued on page 6.
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Int
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Cemetery Association pushes drive for Rosedale project funds
The Cemetery Association reports about 1100 dollars raised for beautification at Rosedale cemetery. Volunteers plan to extend the canvass another week as illness and holidays slowed work. Graveling the road and fence completion are funded, with a modern chapel planned as funds allow.
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Educator Dr James R Campbell Dies at 81 in Stillwater
Dr James R Campbell professor of education at Oklahoma A and M College and first president of Southwestern State Teachers College Weatherford died in Stillwater after several days illness. He was born in Ohio and previously led schools in Guthrie and Arapaho. His stepson Walter Campbell is a University of Oklahoma English professor and novelist Stanley Vestal.
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Congress Will Norris Will Insist on Early Disposition
Congressional figures push for swift handling of the Vare case with commitment to prompt judicial action and orderly proceedings. Norris leads the demand for an expeditious timetable and clear rulings.
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Tariff Bill Up Soon in Hoover Era Congress
Washington November 30 The House aims to send the 160 million tax reduction bill to the Senate before week’s end as tariff legislation and the Vare seat dispute absorb Capitol attention. Senate leaders plan to push tariff passage while Norris seeks a vote denying Senator-Elect William S. Vare of Pennsylvania a seat over 1926 campaign expenditures.
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Young Guard
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Appropriations Committee
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Hoover
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Drought Across Pacific Coast Harms Farms and Cities
November proves the driest in 46 years for the Pacific coast with no near term relief. California faces water sales and power needs while Washington and Oregon report forest fires and dwindling supplies. Mayors meet governors to seek remedies as Colorado records unusual moisture and Denver holds a year’s water supply.
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Pacific Coast
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Washington
Weather Bureau
Mother Lode
Mokelumme Hill
Copperopolis
Calaveras County
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Seattle
Roland H. Hartley
Oregon
Jupiter Pluvius
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Mongolian Chiefs Offer 30000 Troops for Manchurian Front
Shanghai dispatch says Mongolian tribal chiefs agreed to send 30,000 troops northwest toward the Manchurian frontier to aid Chinese defenders against Soviet forces. Nanking official denies direct Sino Russian negotiations, cites Moscow talks as not yet agreed, favors peaceful settlement via direct talks.
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State Bar Governors to Hear Complaints
Oklahoma City officials report the state board of bar governors convened to consider about 50 misconduct complaints against attorneys. President J. R. Keaton said the board would tackle the cases itself or appoint committees to handle them.
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Oklahoma State Board of Bar Governors
J. R. Keaton
Weather and Road Outlook Across States
Arkansas sees increasing clouds and warmer temperatures on Sunday. Oklahoma faces mainly cloudy skies with little temperature change. Kansas reports snow in the north with rain or snow elsewhere, warming in the far east and colder conditions in the west.
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Judge Instructs Lady on Stop Sign Meaning in Evanston
Mrs. Frederick W. Penfield told Magistrate Harry Porter she shifts gears instead of stopping at Stow Street crossings. The court ordered a $4 fine after she offered $1, noting stop means to halt. The item also notes Treasurer Mellon seeking another income tax slash.
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Stow Street
Frederick W. Penfield
Harry Porter
Mellon
Co Ed Alma Couch Faces Jewel Theft Trial
Alma Lee Couch 23, a University of Oklahoma co editor, stands trial for allegedly stealing 2000 in jewels from John R. Frederickson's home where she served as nursemaid. She repeats she was attacked by two masked robbers while alone with the Frederickson children. Defense rested as arguments scheduled for this afternoon.
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Alma Lee Couch
University of Oklahoma
John R. Frederickson
Frederickson
Beachwear Trends Hit Palm Beach Charity Event
New York notes fashion favors long skirts influencing beach styles at a Palm Beach charity affair. The event showcased beach pajamas so wide they resemble skirts and tennis dresses with lower sun backs.
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New York
Palm Beach
Preston Bridge owners Accept States Offer
A stockholders meeting of the Preston Bridge company in Denison, Texas, voted to accept a $100,000 offer from the Texas and Oklahoma highway commissions for the toll bridge over the Red River on State highway No. 12. A committee will negotiate final terms with the two state commissions.
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Preston Bridge Company
Red River
State Highway Commission of
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Oklahoma
W. Cc. Lewis
Denntson
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U S Eyes Concerted Action on Sino Russian Rail Row
Washington officials consider China and Russia capable of settling the Chinese Eastern railroad dispute themselves while the United States prepares for potential multilateral action. Assistant Secretary Nelson Johnson reviews developments with diplomats Debuchi and de Martino as military operations by Russia appear to ease.
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China
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United States
Nelson T. Johnson
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Debuchi
Japan
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Italy
Vacation Suggestion for Busy Executives Wives
James J. Davis proposes a two week summer vacation in Washington for the wives of workingmen. He praises these women as the greatest business managers in the world, balancing roles of wife mother nurse housekeeper cook laundry seamstress shopper and financier with patience wisdom and common sense.
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James J. Davis
Secretary of Labor
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Solomon
Lincoln
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