Slaying of dry agent tests law of search
A tinsmith, Frank Risler, fatally shot Prohibition agent McCoy during a raid on his Ohio home after a warrant named Risler’s son. Risler argues self defense to protect his home, while prosecutors cite the warrant and liquor found. The case, potential to reach the Supreme Court, centers on whether private homes remain sanctuaries under raids.
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Ironized Yeast Promises Five to Twenty Pound Gain in Three Weeks
A promotional claim for ironized yeast tablets from the Ironized Yeast Co offers five to twenty pounds of weight gain in three weeks. The product combines yeast and vegetable iron, marketed by Pool Drug Co in Atlanta, with a 60 tablet package priced at one dollar and a money back guarantee if it fails.
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What the Constitution Says About a Man's Castle
The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. It states that warrants require probable cause and must particularly describe the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.
Risler Home Occupied In Warrant Search Incident
Mrs Risler admitted officers to her home during a warrant search while she alone was present Frank Risler returned home and questioned McCoy who reportedly answered it was none of his business.
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West Pocket motors may set new speedway record
In Indianapolis on May 11 AP reports the Memorial Day race will use new west pocket engines with piston displacement under 14 cubic inches. Crank shafts could reach 7,000 rpm, superchargers 80,600 rpm, and officials foresee a possible record average over 101 mph for 500 miles, surpassing Pete DePaolo's mark.
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