Going the Way of the Bull Moose in 1926
New York Sun staff writer surveys U S political shift, arguing the La Follette third party is collapsing and returning supporters to the Republican camp. Insurgents may drift to Democrat or stay within GOP as 1928 approaches.
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The Bachelors of England and a Murder Trial
A harsh takedown of English bachelors urging marriage despite census gaps and social pressures. The piece shifts to a Maryland execution case of Whittemore for murder, praising swift justice and condemning dilatory tactics, while noting political remarks and international chiefs.
Two Solons Are Close to Death in Mexican Turmoil
Mexico’s July 4 elections sparked intensified clashes between rival factions as deputies from opposing secantional groups claimed authority. Federal troops patrolled the chamber to prevent violence while both sides canvassed returns, signaling a tense power struggle next door to Washington’s era of upheaval.
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Envoy to Mexico Will Not Resign Policy Stance Stated
White House and State Department confirm ambassador James R. Sheffield remains aligned with U S policy toward Mexico and will not resign. Kellogg says reports of disagreement and potential resignation are unfounded. A hands off stance on domestic Mexican issues is reaffirmed and talks on border enforcement may precede any Canadian action.
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Record Travel At Park Surges On Independence Day
July 4 saw a flood of visitors as 3,102 people entered the park by rail, auto, and horseback. Opening day brought 1,432 tourists, shattering past marks. auto travel hit 77 machines at the west entrance, far above prior records. Officials note total traffic rose 5.75 percent versus August 1925, with autos driving the surge.
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Train Crash near Bhrte Kills 21 in Germany
The Berlin Cologne express derailed near Bhrte on August 18 killing 21 and wounding many. A German railway official blamed a criminal plot noting removed fish plates and bolts found nearby. The train was traveling about 60 mph when it derailed and rescuers faced heavy debris to recover victims.
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Key Man Ready to Surrender in Canton Murder Case
United States Attorney Ali Herbein revealed that a key man in the Canton Cantor murder plot plans to turn himself in. Norman E. Clars and Louis Mager testified. Patrick Eugene McDermott is reportedly seeking surrender to his brothers.
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Film stunt claimed in Kitchener body affair
London Daily Sketch prints Gates claim that Lord Kitchener's body discovery was a hoax tied to Frank Power and a motion picture. Officials say the coffin was empty while Gates alleges tampering and Power pursued exploitation through publicity and a privately shown film.
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Hall Minlg Jury Holds Suspects In Slaying Case
A Pittsburgh area crime report states a jury remanded suspects to await further actions as detectives traced a pistol claimed used in the murder of a minister and his chorister sweetheart on September 14, 1922. The weapon, described as Spanish manufactured and .25 caliber, was allegedly found on an abandoned farm with shells and tied to a story by a man who claimed involvement.
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Outlaw Gonce brothers elude posse in Colorado
Caught up in a manhunt, Conce brothers fled from Gar ren city Kansas to Colorado after robbing a fuel station and shooting their way free. They allegedly held up two deputy sheriffs and a summer camp, while a Pueblo man reports his Couch automobile stolen during the chase. local posses pursue through hills hoping for capture.
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Bank robbery tale ends with pencil weapon claim
New York reports George W Ford attempted a July bank heist using a pencil as a weapon. He stole about $8,000, hiding in a Paris love nest with a chorus girl and a peroxide accomplice. Ford letters mention revenge and fear of capture, naming a manager and an associate.
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Horoscope for Friday August 20 1926
Horoscope notes that people born under this date will seek new work and crave adventure in the coming year. Children born on this day may have talent and drive but be restless eager for exploration, with life likely marked by varied experiences.
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Idaho Falls youths survive 24 hours in locked refrigerator car
Two 16 year old boys were imprisoned in a nearly airtight Great Falls refrigerator car for a day. They crawled in at noon and, after hours without air, found a small floor hole for breathing. Police officer Mike Sullivan freed them as the train moved slowly. Both youths, exhausted and frightened, said they would not ride such cars again.
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