Curtis Pledges Tariff Revision Speech in Rhode Island
Senator Curtis the Republican vice presidential nominee promised tariff revision to fully protect American industry agriculture and labor at a rally in Rocky Point Rhode Island Aug 23. He argued Democrats would fool voters on tariff policy citing past platforms and defended Republican protection as benefiting farms factories and mills while highlighting debt reduction and tax cuts under Coolidge era policies.
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Czecho Slovakia to Legalize Painless Death for Incurables
London reports from Prague that Czecho-Slovakia will legalize painless death for incurable sufferers in a new code. Written approval by at least two physicians will be required to permit death, and aiders in dying are excused from punishment under the same code.
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Success of Dry Laws Seen By Prohibition Chief
Washington Aug. 23 In a speech prepared for delivery before the International Congress Against Alcoholism at Antwerp Belgium James M Doran commissioner of prohibition declared that the general results of prohibition in the United States thus far have been wholesome and beneficial The address made public here by the treasury department suggested that other countries cooperate with the United States to combat illicit international liquor traffic The need for such an arrangement is becoming increasingly apparent We hope that the future will bring about a strong cooperative action between nations in suppression of this illicit traffic Washington Aug 23 Seymour Lowman assistant secretary of the treasury in charge of prohibition said today that the changes in the prohibition law advocated by Governor Smith in his acceptance speech would end prohibition and all benefits that have accrued thereunder.
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Farm Bureau Head Credits Smith Speech
Chicago August 23 Sam H Thompson president of the American Farm Bureau federation praised Governor Smith's acceptance speech. He said Smith recited facts reflecting the present agricultural situation and reaffirmed the party pledge Houston platform principles. He endorsed avoiding government subsidy by addressing surplus costs and spreading marketing costs over the commodity.
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Weather roundup for Kansas and Missouri regions
Partly cloudy and cooler tonight with a warmer Friday in most areas. Thunderstorms possible this afternoon or tonight in parts of Missouri, while northwest portions stay partly cloudy. Local 3 PM temp 15, with highs 76 a year ago. Measured rainfall: St Benedict's College 0.2 inch Wednesday and 0.19 inch by Thursday noon. City notes include Salina light sprinkles and cloudy skies, Ottawa light rain, and generally cloudy or fair roads in nearby towns.
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New Hope For Ocean Fliers
Copenhagen dispatch reports a sighting of the Greater Rockford air plane believed to be Bert Hassell and Parker Cramer along Greenland’s southwest coast. A sheriff’s telegram says two motor boats will search again, with Greenland authorities citing credible local testimony and machine markings observed at Fiskenaesset.
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Hog prices rise to highest since 1926 in Kansas City
Kansas City August 23 hog market saw prices advance 25 cents to reach the highest level since November 1926. Choice hogs weighing 200 to 215 pounds sold at 12.60 dollars per hundredweight, marking a strong prestige price over last year’s high quotation.
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Poultry Trust Under Fire In New York Area
Federal officials say a large conspiracy, dubbed the poultry trust, levies an 18.5 million dollar annual tax on kosher poultry consumers in the New York area. Seventy-one defendants face arraignment before Judge Julian Mack on criminal charges under the German anti trust act for price fixing and restraint of trade amid alleged threats and intimidation of noncompliant dealers.
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Auto death in Wichita claims 15 month old girl
M E Williams, 26, held in Wichita city jail on $1000 bond awaiting inquest into the death of Mary Belle Knight, 15 months, struck by Williams motor car last night. Williams arrested on reckless driving charge after reporting the accident.
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Escape from Kansas state prison by two inmates
Sam Morris and Charles Gilbert escaped from the Kansas state penitentiary in Lansing after sawing iron bars from a roof ventilator. Morris was serving one to ten years for second degree forgery from Brown county and Gilbert ten to ninety years for motor car theft from Marion county. No trace has been found.
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Dengue Fever Surges in Athens with 300 Fatalities
Dengue outbreaks worsen in Athens with 300 deaths reported as the fever spreads. Additional cases appear in Salonika prompting health officials to urge vigilance and containment measures.
Sunflower Girl seeks fifth husband in Chicago
Belle Livingston, found as a child beneath a giant sunflower plant in Emporia mayor John R. Graham’s yard, arrives in Chicago to hunt a fifth husband. The fugitive musical star and author recounts marriages to Richard Waring, Count Batassi, Edward Mohler Jr, and Col. Walter Hutchins, claiming a life spent chasing wealth and adventure.
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Television to Give All Shut-ins New Contact With Outside World
Dr. Alfred N. Goldsmith of RCA outlines three TV service types urban suburban and rural including international relay channels. He notes city residents face wave absorption by steel structures and different wavelengths needed for wider rural areas. The commission faces major technical spectrum challenges to fit future television needs.
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Hoover Looks to Northwest in Midwest Campaign
Hoover's three day Midwest swing ends with farm leader talks in Cedar Rapids and prepares to take charge from Washington on Saturday. He argues the farm board must address all parts of agricultural distress with frequent industry briefings and data. Also notes Byrd Antarctic expedition sails City of New York with 31 of 70 crew aboard. Siple joins as orderly and Captain Mellville commands.
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Mayor Thompson Wins History Book Victory
Chicago historians backing America First have won approval for a new set of history books. Mayor Thompson and special investigator Congressman John J. Gorman oversaw the process with the board of education voting unanimously. The approved texts are described as free from pro British bias and set for use next year.
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Mined Wage Talks Begin In Southwestern Field
Kansas City August 23 A 10 member committee comprising five miners and five Southwestern Interstate Coal Operators Association members met to consider recommendations for a new coal mine wage agreement in the southwestern field.
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K. U. Student Killed in Truck Crash
Charles Chadwick a 19 year old engineering student at the University of Kansas was killed when the truck he operated overturned eight miles southeast of Council Bluffs Iowa Chadwick had been employed by a construction company and died last night according to local reports.
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Passaic Baker Shot by Men in His Shop
Passaic New Jersey August 23 Frank Ruggiero 35 proprietor of a bake shop was shot and killed by two masked men in his establishment before dawn after he had complained to police about bootleggers and hijackers in the neighborhood.
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Health officer closes packing plant in Kansas City Kas
Kansas City Kas August 23 Dr S D Henry health commissioner of Kansas City Kas today was authorized by a special commission from T R Dalton state pure food inspector to close the Cochrane packing plant here as unsanitary The city building inspector was asked to condemn the building as unsanitary and unfit for further use The Cochrane Packing Co operated the plant for years went into receivership recently a small part of the plant has been in operation Henry inspected the plant yesterday said the filth indescribable hogs in the basement appeared diseased Because the plant has not been engaged in interstate commerce federal inspection did not cover it
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Lita Grey Chaplin Fails to Seek Final Decree
In Los Angeles on August 23 Lita Grey Chaplin did not appear for a promised final decree of divorce from Charles Chaplin. She had earlier obtained an interlocutory decree after alleging sensational charges, but no explanation was given for her absence in court.
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Canal Swimmer Near End in Panama Swim
Richard Halliburton, American author, nears the Panama Canal's Pedro Miguel gate after swimming 30,000 feet through Gaillard cut. Trailed by alligators and chilled by the water, he protected himself with grease as an army marksman on the bank kept predators away and likely killed one gator. He hopes to finish the Atlantic to Pacific crossing this afternoon.
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Smith's Policies in Albany Outline States’ Rights and Reform
Albany August 23 outlines of Governor Smith's platform cover Prohibition reform allowing state agency sale of approved beverages by referendum, state control over Volstead Act standards, and strict enforcement of dry laws. Farm relief pushes cooperative marketing, expert study on handling surpluses, and cost sharing among benefiting units. Foreign relations urge cordial Latin American ties, Monroe Doctrine support, arbitration treaties, and war-avoidance efforts. Tariff opposes drastic changes, criticizes Fordney-McCumber act, and backs nonpartisan scientific tariff. Immigration calls for family reunification, opposes census quotas. water power favors public ownership. flood relief seeks expanded funding. labor backs collective bargaining and injunction reform. Inland waterways, Muscle Shoals, conservation, women, veterans, and broader anti-Republican critique wrap the platform with a pledge of a constructive, economy-focused campaign.
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Crazed Slayer Lou Yeung Flees After Ranch Killings
In Fairfield California on August 23 Lou Yeung the Chinese man who yesterday murdered ten countrymen on a local ranch fled by car as posses hunted fields forests and roads. Authorities lack a full crew and suspect robbery for money and narcotics may have fueled a killer spree.
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Coolidge Traps Despite Rain Near Superior Wis
President Coolidge despite light rain resumed trap shooting at Superior Wisconsin. His score was not disclosed, but accompanying friends noted his aim remained sharp since a prior session where he hit 24 of 25. He paused to greet M Gallagher of Cleveland, a coal shipper and close friend.
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Ten linked to memorial for Sacco and Vanzetti arrested
In Kansas City on August 23, ten alleged members of the International Defense Labor union were arrested for allegedly uttering seditious speeches against the government during a memorial meeting for Sacco and Vanzetti. Authorities said they would be prosecuted under the Kansas criminal syndicalism law.
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Smith praised for frankness in party lines
Washington reporters note Governors Smith frankness on major campaign issues drew mixed reactions from Democrats and Republicans. Senators Edwards George Caraway and others praised his grasp of national problems and pledge to enforce Prohibition, while Borah Smoot and Fess objected to some points including tariff policy. Daniels and Crisp offered nuanced views on Prohibition, farm relief, and overall Democratic strengths.
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Smith shifts to national campaign after rain delay
Albany August 23 Governor Smith moved to New York to begin his presidential run after a rain soaked indoor notification at the capitol. He and Mrs. Smith planned a meeting with the Democratic national committee and outlined plans for a stumping itinerary while recalling his early political career.
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