Million Dollar Rainfall Ends Ohio Drought
Drought-stricken Ohio received widespread rain with heavy showers in Dayton Springfield and Columbus. Some areas reported over an inch while others had a quarter to half inch. The relief ended a severe heat wave that killed ten people statewide, four by drowning.
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Central States
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Water Relief Arrives as Drought Hits Midwest and Plains
Drought and heat strained the United States and Canada with crop losses and water shortages. Rain brought relief to some areas, while Indiana Oklahoma faced continued drought and grasshopper invasions. Fishermen and residents reported water costs, fires from electrical storms, and typhoid concerns linked to tainted sources.
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U.P
United States
Canada
Mt. Vernon
Ind
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Vancouver
Middlewest
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Lima
Hope Lifts as Rain Sparks Corn Crop Revival
Chicago August 6 A wave of buying lifted grain prices to new highs on the present market. The federal weekly Weather crop summary was read as sensational bullish urging wheat to advance about 4 to 3 1/2 cents, trading briefly on the LaSalle Street pits. Corn rose about 3 1/2 cents before profit taking trimmed gains, leaving corn slightly higher.
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LaSalle Street
Cold pact to break record in St Louis flight
Dale Jackson co pilot of the monoplane Greater St Louis battled a cold but aimed to pursue the Hunter Brothers record of 553 hours for continuous flight. Forest O Brine said he would double shift if needed as the plane logged 383 hours at 6 11 am.
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Virginia primary yields nominations in two districts
In Virginia on August 6, two of ten congressional districts repudiated the Smith Democrats as private ballots were counted. The Eighth District nominated Judge Pred W. Smith after a four‑way race, winning more votes than the others combined, while a third district apparently backed a wet Democrat to oppose the Republican incumbent in Hoover landslide conditions.
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Booklet on Weight Control Offered by The Athens Messenger
The Athens Messenger promotes a booklet titled WEIGHT CONTROL explaining three basic paths to weight gain and the role of proper eating in maintaining health. Readers can order a copy by sending six cents via the coupon provided.
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Athens Messenger
Today By Arthur Brisbane Prosperous 16000
Notable column notes a rising prosperity figure and hints at an important baby coming while discussing ideas on genius and society.
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Arthur Brisbane
Business Clouds Lift as July Failures Show Fewer Liabilities
A Little Sunlight shines on the business mood as July failures show smaller liabilities than the prior year. The stock market, a barometer of prosperity, appears more cheerful reflecting improving investor sentiment.
Motors back to work in Detroit driven by Ford GM Packard
Some 200000 idle workers in Detroit returned to employment with Henry Ford taking about half, while the remaining 100000 were assigned to the General Motors truck factory, Packard, and other firms, signaling a mass retooling effort.
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Henry Ford
General Motors Truck Factory
Packard
Don’t destroy yourself, you are saved says tragedy
In one Racine tragedy a lady tells her husband not to destroy himself and that he is saved. The remark is offered as commentary on American business, noting troubles stem largely from internal fears.
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Racine
Questioning Edison on American prosperity and wealth
The People's Lab at Washington asks Mr. Edison five questions about national wealth. One query asks if America can prosper when 1 percent own three fifths of the wealth and about 11,000 people receiving one eighteenth of the national income.
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Washington
Mr. Edison
America
Voters and a Small Ruling Class Debate Thought and Action
Citizens weigh how many use reason before voting while a larger minority relies on lawyers and officials to shape policy. The remark frames a divide between thoughtful voters and those who delegate thinking to others.
Siegfried Wagner Dies Raising Stirpiculturist Debate
Siegfried Wagner, son of the renowned Richard Wagner, died yesterday. Exagenists and stirpiculturists, who advocate improvements to human stock, are cited in connection with his death and the ongoing debate. Continued on Page 4.
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Warren K. Billings
California Supreme Court
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Frank P. Walsh
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Truax backs Capper plan to curb farm gambles
Charles V. Truax of Bucyrus, Democratic U. S. Senate hopeful and former State Agriculture Director, endorses Senator Capper's proposal to restrict speculation in farm products. He criticizes the Farm Board's wheat purchases and warns grain racketeering is pushing corn prices higher amid drought.
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May break Graf record Akron trip for Lundgren
Ted Lundgren of Los Angeles began his journey from Akron to Roosevelt Field after spending the night, aiming to surpass Graf Zeppelin’s globe-encircling record.
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Ted Lundgren
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Tillotson Leaves Miami for Franklin College Post
Roy E Tillotson, Miami University basketball coach for three years, has been named physical director, track and football coach at Franklin College Indiana in an announced move.
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Roy E Tillotson
Miami University
Franklin College
Franklin
Ind
Major 8 H Byers of Los Angeles Surviving Sherman Officer
Major 8 H Byers of Los Angeles the only surviving officer from General Sherman’s staff marks his 2d birthday. Byers who wrote Sherman's March to the Sea led troops in the Civil War and continues to compose songs and poetry.
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Los Angeles
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Warns Against the Dangers of a Dictatorship
Former Illinois Governor Frank Lowden warned at the Institute of Public Affairs in Charlottesville that democracy faces attack in the United States unless popular government gains and keeps superior efficiency. He cited European collapses as a warning and questioned confidence in self-government, asking if America still holds its faith in representative government.
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United States
Frank ©. Lowden
Illinois
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Lowden
America
Highway Chief Considers Using Sprinkling Trucks for Water
Robert N. Waid Ohio state highway director surveyed department equipment to assess extending aid to drought stricken farmers. Administration leaders received a suggestion to use highway sprinkling tank trucks to haul water to areas with low supply.
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U.P
Robert N. Waid
Highway Department
Amarillo Lawyer Charged in Wife Bombing Murder
In Amarillo Texas A D Payne a local attorney is jailed amid mob violence claims alleging he plotted his wife Verona Payne’s death to pursue a romance with a former secretary. The blast injured son A D Jr and damaged the family car.
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Bankers Find Happy Farmers Singin in Rain
On August 6 in Zanesville Ohio Bankers Association fifth annual agricultural tour found Muskingum County farmers smiling despite steady rain. Drought hit Fairfield and Licking Counties earlier. rain could avert disaster and curb livestock sales at sacrifice prices. OSU experts and farm groups join the delegation to gather and share farming guidance.
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Automobile Blast Kills Mrs Payne and Injures Son
A car explosion killed Mrs. Payne after she urged her son to accelerate as smoke alarmed. The boy survived with injuries while Payne had offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the crime’s solution.
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Rain Boosts corn and pastures in Athens County drought
Athens County farmers report relief as Monday rain revived late corn and alfalfa pastures, easing stock feed shortages. Totals include 0.46 inch near Athens and 1.75 inches at Carpenter, with cooler temps following heat waves. Farmers warn more rain is needed to sustain crops and cattle feed.
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Rock Ridge P. A. A. Teacher Association Meeting
The Rock Riffle P A A. teacher association plans a meeting Thursday night to discuss plans for the coming school year. Members are urged to attend as the group outlines goals and activities for the upcoming term.
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