Democratic convention closes with Smith allyship and Texas boost
The Democratic gathering completed its ticket with Alfred E. Smith and Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New York and Texas ties highlighted. Garner’s Texas and California votes tipped the ticket, while anti Roosevelt factions lingered. A new fighting spirit and streamlined platform marked the convention amid party optimism and travel by air for the first time.
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California
Plan To Settle Reparations Is Up to Germany
Lausanne Switzerland July 21 A plan to settle the German reparations problem was approved by the leading powers and will be presented to Germany by Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald. It provides for a three year moratorium in Europe with Germany to pay about four billion marks into a fund for European construction when the moratorium ends. Washington July 2 reports say Lausanne may reach a tentative agreement not ratified until after talks with the United States on war debts. The U S opposes fusing war debts with reparations.
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Air pilot Gleason Wilhelm arrested on unlicensed plane charge
Gleason Wilhelm, Alliance air pilot, was arrested here on two counts of operating an unlicensed aircraft. Wilhelm is the first pilot ever arrested here on the charge. Governor Roosevelt to address National Committee meeting tonight at 9 o'clock where James A. Farley will be chosen chairman.
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National Committee
Furnished Rooms Close to Campus on Union Street
Two furnished rooms with bath in a modern home near campus at 2 W Union Street. Contact Dial 23802 for details.
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Fire and arrests disrupt mine district amid strike
Three men Jacos Jones Walter Karshner and William Holliday were arrested at Carbon Hill on threats against Mart Searis and his family and the destruction of his home tied to a broader mine strike. A mysterious barn fire at Garfield Grimes near Amesville and notices to vacate homes tied to Poston Consolidated Coal Company added to unrest as officials attributed incidents to the strike. Local miners prepared for a rally at Lick Run camp with Nelson Beatty slated to speak and Captain Percy Tetlow sought as a second speaker. Mine activity remains uneven with No 6 Millfield No 25 Chauncey and Lick Run operating while Lathrop idle.
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Hocking County
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West Virginia
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Turday
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Cloudburst Devastates Kerrville Feared Death Toll Rises
Dallas radio amateur reports a 12 inch cloudburst in Kerrville causing 500000 to 1000000 dollars in damage and feared seven deaths as power lines failed plunging the city into darkness. Bodies were not located and confusion hampered casualty assessment.
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Tough Lesson by Democrats While in Politics
CHICAGO July 1 A reader recounts a chaotic political moment in which 22 votes vanished while he slept in the press stand during a presidential scene. He laments being awakened, losing his whole roll, and missing potential positions, musing on what might have happened if events had unfolded differently.
Palmer Beats Clevelander in Closest Race
In Columbus on July 2 A B Palmer of Dayton defeated Thomas J Herbert of Cleveland by 137 votes for a Republican nomination for congressman. Official state returns after a full canvass showed close figures with earlier tallies adjusted due to errors in several counties. The Palmer Herbert contest was the closest primary race in Ohio history and drew late attention as officials revised abstracts.
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Lake Alma opens as rain delays lure many fish
Pomeroy sportsmen return for lake opening but face scarce fish despite heavy rains. General Coxey outlines future plans as memories of steamboat traffic resurface. Reports from Nelsonville, Marietta, and Gallion County note school attendance figures and a tax league probe. Breas place relief measures and Independence Day plans surface in Chauncey Dever schools with 4 H and Epworth League activities.
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Mountville
Norfolk man Curtis guilty in Lindbergh kidnapping hoax case
Jurors found John Hughes Curtis of Norfolk guilty of obstructing the Lindbergh kidnapping investigation. He faced up to three years in prison and a $2,000 fine, with the jury recommending mercy. Attorney Adlai Robbing planned an appeal as Curtis showed little emotion during the verdict.
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Adiam G. Robbing
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Supreme Court
Turaday
Motorman's Failure Blamed in Ohio Wreck Near Trenton
Preliminary inquiry by the public utilities commission attributes the fatal head-on collision near Trenton on June 30 to motorman Joseph Brogey of Middletown who allegedly did not follow dispatcher orders to meet the freight train at North Trenton. Brogey was killed in the crash. Hamilton Daily News reports it was sold in receivership for 25,000 dollars to Clyde Beeler and Frank Koral.
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Hamilton Daily Ne
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Beeler
Frank K. Loral
A Pind Chauncey Resident Dead in Store Roof Fire
A watchman for the New York Coal Company, Verity Rad, aged about, was found dead with injuries to the head in his store room around 7:00 PM Saturday. A double barrel shotgun lay near him and a gas line had been opened in the room, suggesting foul play or accidental death. Coroner Jones summoned from Athena to investigate.
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New York
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Cleveland Heights man killed in train auto collision
Arthur W. Barnard, 65, of Cleveland Heights, died when his car was struck by a New York Central passenger train at the Heis ley Road crossing late yesterday.
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Roosevelt Nominated Democratic Presidential Candidate
Albany July 2. Franklin D. Roosevelt is chosen as the Democratic presidential nominee after a 22 year public service career. Roosevelt began in 1910 in Dutchess County politics, fought Tammany Hall, served in the state senate, and held roles including assistant secretary of the Navy. He endured polio at Campobello, recovered with treatment in Warm Springs, and remains a leading Democratic figure, supported by Al Smith. Roosevelt married Anna Eleanor Roosevelt in 1905. they have five children.
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Drive for Beer Gaining Force At Washington
Fragmented OCR story notes a heated US Senate debate on alcohol regulation with Republican leaders and President Hoover referenced. Mentions a repeal plank, votes up to 46, and political maneuvering as politicians position on modification of the act.
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Veterans rally at Capitol as Congress adjournment looms
Thousands of veterans gathered around the Capitol to demand relief as they threaten to remain in Washington until Congress acts. Harold Foulkrod urged support for the veterans cause while Commander in Chief Walter Walters led a show of discipline and arrived in his official automobile.
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Lonus Expeditionary Force
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No Paper Published on the Fourth of July
The Messenger announces no edition will be issued on Monday July 4 as workers in the district observe the national holiday. Subscribers are advised of the holiday schedule and workers share the day off with all staff.
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Roosevelt Accepts Nomination At Democratic Convention
Franklin D Roosevelt addressed a large crowd in Albany after the Democratic National Convention adjourned, declaring 100 percent acceptance of the party platform. He urged protection of dry states and criticized political traditions while praising supporters and the party’s unity.
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