Global highlights from Washington and Cincinnati summaries
President Harding reaffirms opposition to the tariff while soldiers bonus debate stirs the senate. Key dedication honors Francis Scott Key at Fort McHenry. LaFollette attacks the Supreme Court at the AFL convention in Cincinnati. War department reports over 1.07 billion dollars in surplus disposed. Potter nominated U S attorney for Eastern District of Illinois. House committee backs ship subsidy bill while dry rider faces defeat. McCumber delays bonus move. liquor sale controversy on ships triggers debate.
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Harding
Senate
Washington
Francis Scott Key
Fort McHenry
W. C. Potter
United States
Eastern District of
Illinois
House Merchant Marine Committee
House
Executions at Columbus Penitentiary for Brazell Murder
J Kerby J Gappleo and C C Fox were electrocuted at the Columbus South Carolina penitentiary for the murder of William Brazell a Columba taxi driver near Lensville on the night of August 7 1921.
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S. J. Kerby
J. ©. Gappleo
C. C. Fox
Columbus
S. C
William Brazell
Columba
Lensville
Cork Vote Ends Republic Hopes Amid Treaty Verdict
Dublin reports Cork election results signal defeat for republican aims. Day and Roach win pro treaty, Walsh and others back treaty. anti treaty Mary MacSwiney the lone Cork radical survivor. Coalition and future of De Valera loom as 42 MPs sit in new Parliament.
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Dublin
Cork
O'Callaghan
de Valeraites
Professor Beamish
Hank Daly
Dailyireann
Michael Collins
Free Staters
Labor Party
Organizer Foran
Trinity College
National University
Freeman's Journal
Ireland
Irish Times
Eeth
Chicago Courts Swamped by Prohibition Cases
In Chicago the northern district faces 3000 liquor prosecutions with 140 new cases in three weeks. Prohibition Agent Charles R. Gregory and Col. L C Nutt urge more judges and US attorneys to handle the docket. They warn if trends continue many violators may die before trial.
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Chicago
Illinois
Charles R. Gregory
Col. L. C. Nutt
United States
Department of Justice
Leprosy Cases Rising Across United States
The United States public health service reports about 1200 lepers at large in 25 states. The surge threatens wider transmission and prompts calls to Congress for more isolation facilities for victims.
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Col. H. D. Loveland
Public Utilities Commissioners
United States
San Francisco
Washington
United States Public Health Service
Congress
Two Airmen Die in Plane Crash at Louisville Exhibition
In Louisville on June 1, 1940, Airman Robert E. O'Hanley of the Seventh Photographic Section and Sergeant Ar hor Heyme of the Eighty ninth Air Squadron, both from Camp Knox, were burned to death when their aircraft fell during a benefit circus exhibition.
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Louisville
Robert E. O'Hanley
Sevnth
Shelling at Canton Press Reports heavy duress
Gunboats of Dr Sun Yat Sen shell Canton as reports arrive stating heavy casualties. Refugees flee to Hongkong seeking safety amid the bombardment and upheaval in the city.
Army Authorization Reaches 125000 Enlisted Men Pact
Washington June 20 House and senate conferees on the army appropriation bill reached a compromise for 125000 enlisted men for the next 12 months. The agreement cuts 8000 from earlier plans and signals budgetary restraint.
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Pinch
Washington
House
Senate
True and False Leaders of Judah in History Review
A compact study outline for June 25 lessons on Judah's prosperity and adversity. It outlines central themes from Godward leadership, key figures Asa Joash Hezekiah Isaiah Jeremiah and others, and summarizes lessons on faithfulness, pride, repentance, and God’s judgments with a focus on obedience.
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Judah
Cranwell
God
Asa
Joash
Jehoiada
Uzziah
Isaiah
Hezekiah
Hilkiah
Jeremiah
Baruch
Jehoiakim
Ebedmelech
Zedekiah
Jonaman
Jesus
Christ
Nebuchadnezzar
Jerusalem
In His Steps Sermon Reflections Shared
Religious text prompts readers to imitate Christ by suffering and steadfast conduct. A devotional note cites I Peter 2 21 and urges daily obedience through example and faith.
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Christ
Peter
Trusting Men Motto Sparks Debate on Cavour Quote
A historical quotation from Cavour about trust and judgment circulates, noting a belief that trusting people reduces errors compared to constant distrust. The fragment underscores themes of prudent confidence in human behavior.
Silence Is Golden Quote Attributed To Martin Farquhar Tupper
A quotation from Martin Farquhar Tupper emphasizes that silence, when timed well, can speak louder than words and convey greater eloquence than speech.
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Martin Farquhar Tupper
Parental Objection Meets Practical Rebuttal Over Marriage
A daughter asserts her beau cannot marry without a license, replying that his lack of wealth would prevent obtaining one, while the father forbids the match. The exchange highlights tension between parental authority and social norms surrounding marriage legality and economic status.
Thousands Have Ridney Trouble and Never Suspect It
Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is praised as a remedy for kidney trouble and urged for early detection. An insurance examiner notes many applications are rejected due to undiagnosed kidney disease. Sample bottle offered for ten cents with newspaper mention.
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Kilmer
Guest Pillow Woes Spark Sleep Crisis in Guest Rooms
A narrator complains about oversized show pillows that ruin sleep for guests. The guest room lacks suitable pillows and the problem is described with humor and irritation, citing comfort tradeoffs and a single unsatisfactory solution.
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New York Sun
Girl Wins Oxford Honors Honored by Arnold Prize
Miss Jessie H. Fleming becomes the first woman to win the Arnold essay prize at Oxford University. She shares the distinction with notable former entrants including Lord Bryce and Professor Dicey, now deceased.
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Oxford
Jessie H. Fleming
Oxford University
Lord Bryce
Professor Dicey
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