Government weighs peace talks as strike broadens
May 5 London reports Premier Baldwin offering to resume negotiations with the trades union council only if the general strike is called off. The government threatens to use force to end the strike if labor leaders persist. Clergy led by the Bishop of Winchester plans to seek King George’s intervention for peace.
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London
Baldwin
House of Commons
Trades Union Council
Domenic
Winchester
George
American methods would aid England in solving industrial crisis
By J. W. T. Mason, United Press, New York May 5 1926. The piece argues Britain must adopt American efficiency, higher wages, and united capital and labor to end recurring strikes in coal and industry. It cites higher British coal costs, outdated methods, and class attitudes as obstacles, urging cooperation to raise productivity and living standards.
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J. W. T. Mason
United Press
New York
Great Britain
United Kingdom
United States
England
Vail
Britain Faces Strikes as Thomas and Baldwin Talk Peace
In London amid a 36 hour general strike the government pressed for an end to hostilities. J H Thomas and Premier Baldwin planned private talks to seek industrial peace while volunteers boosted train and food relief efforts.
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Clifford L. Day
United Press
London
United Press Today
J. H. Thomas
Baldwin
Thomas
Britain
England
North Midlands
North Britain
British Gazette
Midland Railway
Wondon
Wales
Clydeside
Scotland
Docks
Forest Gate
General Omnibus Company
Poplar
London Dock
Stepney
London Hospital
London District
Radio Listings in New Form for Messenger
The Messenger introduces a new larger radio listings format with each station given its own heading. Times and program features will be printed under each station, increasing completeness and clarity for readers.
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the Messenger
Klan Backed Watson Wins Indiana Primary Amid Strong Support
Indiana returns show Senator James E. Watson defeating Claris Adams by about 60 000 votes with 114 994 to 45 145 as 1656 of 3551 precincts counted. Arthur R. Robinson also wins the short term Senate seat. both gains bolster Ku Klux Klan influence, with Watson and Robinson carrying Klan endorsements.
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Indianapolis
Ind
James E. Watson
New
Albert J. Beveridge
Everett Sanders
Coolidge
Watson
Claris Adams
Arthur R. Robinson
Ed. Jackson
Senate
Senator Ralston
Evans Woolens
Robinson
Ku Klux Klan
Wife Does Most of the Talking on Honeymoon Return
Mrs. James A. Stillman greeted reporters on the Olympic upon returning from a second honeymoon with her banker husband. She talked about life and conduct while Stillman stayed in the background, letting his wife do most of the talking after years of lengthy legal battles.
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New York
U.P
James A. Stillman
Stillman
Poland Premier Skrynski Resigns Cabinet Ends
The cabinet of Premier Skryznski of Poland resigned today and the president accepted the resignation in Warsaw on May 5.
Building Permits Never Issued For Air Castles
Real builder advice urges action over dreaming of a new home. Our Washington Bureau offers a free booklet with exterior views and floor plans for 60 brick homes adaptable nationwide. Enclose two cents in stamps for return postage and provide name and address.
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Washington
Request for Free Copy of The Brick Homes Booklet
Frederic J. Haskin of The Athens Messenger Information Bureau in Washington sends two cents for return postage for a free copy of The Brick Homes Booklet. Name street city state provided for mailing.
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Frederic J. Haskin
The
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Washington, D. C
Porter tohoffking conference and Christman trial headline
Dr James P Porter head of psychology at Ohio University to attend May conference in Minneapolis presenting results on correlations of mental ability and self estimates. Christman county superintendent faces fifteen charges of neglect and improper conduct in Logan Ohio as trial opens. Police prepare for mass labor parade in London amid unrest with thousands of strikers and police measures reported.
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James Porter
James P. Porter
Minneapolis
Ohio University
Porter
Journal of Applied Psychology
Logan
George W. Christman
Common Pleas
County Board of Education
London
U.P
William Joynson-Hicks
Home Secretary
House of Commons
Poplar Hospital
Poplar
High Streets
Canning Town
Welsh Volunteers Offer Aid to England Amid Strike
Cardiff reports thousands of volunteers registered for government service in Wales as workers outside the miners’ ranks confront conditions seen as challenging orderly government amid a general strike.
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Cardiff
Wales
Strike does not disrupt American tourists in London
Hundreds of American tourists in London appeared largely unshaken by a nationwide strike that halted much of Britain’s activity. Some seamen were stranded and sought refuge at the American consulate while Americans arranged possible departure with ambassadorial help. US lines reported heavy bookings due to potential service suspensions.
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London
United States
Future of British Labor Hinges on Present Strike Outcome
Eminent labor leader says the general strike is not political but a response to government inefficiency and mine owners stubbornness. He cites workers seeking a living wage and vows a bitter fight for future generations, warning structures may change if the strike prolongs.
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United Kingdom
Couple admits arson for insurance in Amesville fire
Mrs Leberta Frash and husband Arthur Frash confessed to burning their home in Amesville on April 29 to collect $600 in insurance on household goods. They were arraigned in Mayor Alex M Moore's court and bound over to the grand jury under $1,000 bonds. The house owned by G O Linscott was valued at $2,000. The Frashes have two young children. Chief Herb Parker and State Fire Marshal Howard Jennings praised cooperation in the case.
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Amesville
Leberta Frash
Howard Jennings
Columbus
Arthur Frash
Alex M. Moore
Grand Jury
Frash
Racine
Meigs County
Athens
Herbert J. Parker
Pomeroy
G. O. Linscott
Herb Parker
Parker
Second Degree Expected Against Troy Wife Killer
Miami county grand jury expected to indict Jacob Nesbitt for the Nesbitt murder case. If indicted for second degree murder he would likely plead guilty, facing a life imprisonment or less penalty.
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Troy
U.P
Miami County Grand Jury
Frances Drake Nesbitt
Jacob Nesbitt
Nesbitt
Mutiny Threat Aboard Arabic As Strike Roils Crew
Forty six engine crew members on the White Star liner Arabic faced a near mutiny as it departed New York for England. Captain John Davies halted an incipient riot and the unrest stemmed from Britain's general strike with fourteen crew desertions and replacements in recent days.
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New York
U.P
England
John Davies
Hudson
Cleveland Surgeon Joseph Bibeau Dies in Suspected Self Inflicted Death
Police believe Cleveland surgeon Dr. Joseph P. Bibeau killed himself before his planned marriage. Investigators reinterviewed his fiancée and confidential secretary Miss Lucille L. Mace as they probe the sudden death. Bibeau left bonds valued at 14000 dollars with Mace days earlier.
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Cleveland
U.R
Joseph P. Bibeau
Bibeau
Lucille L. Mace
Norge leaves Leningrad for polar flight jump point
The dirigible Norge departs Leningrad at 9 38 a m heading to Kings Bay Spitzbergen the planned jump off for the Amundsen Ellsworth Nobile polar expedition. Heavy fog delayed progress while crews prepare Trotzky airdrome for final outfitting and possible continuation toward Point Barrow Alaska. Commander Byrd and Captain Wilkins also pursue Arctic starts and await favorable conditions.
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North Pole
Kings Bay
Spitzbergen
Polar Wastes
Norge
Trotzky
King’s Bay
Amundsen
Lincoln Ellsworth
Pole
Point Barrow
Alaska
R. E. Byrd
George Wilkins
Detroit Aero Club
Fairbanks
Rev Wilcox to Lead Wednesday Series at Presbyterian Church
The Rev. A. Y. Wilcox begins a series of Wednesday night services through May at the Presbyterian church. Tonight's session starts at 7 30 with a focus on practical matters for today.
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A. Y. Wilcox
Presbyterian Church
Young Joyrider Shot After Defense Claim
In St Louis on May 5 Clif ford Maze 21 was reported dying after a joy ride ended on a rural road. Miss Jean Tennyson 17 was held by police as she claimed self defense of her honor after shooting Maze.
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Louis
Clifford Maze
Jean Tennyson
Here
Miss Tennyson
Maze
Strikers Halt Food Movement In London
Strikers block trucks from the dock district to Central London and prevent food from leaving warehouses of a large wholesale firm. Pickets in East London hindered redistribution to workers’ homes.
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London
Police Break Up Demonstration in Albert Square
Manchester May 5 police dispersed an unemployed demonstration in Albert square ending a quiet protest without arrests and with no injuries reported.
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Manchester
Albert Square
Jury May Decide Chair for Mercy Case
Jury may be brought to determine the chair arrangement in the Mercy case involving John Hedricks Richard Rhodes and John Shorty Bryant according to reports.
Veritas of First Degree Murder Returned Against Bryant
POMEROY May 5 A verdict of first degree murder was returned against John Shorty Bryant for his role in the death of James McCumber. The jury deliberated about one hour and twenty five minutes and mercy was not recommended. Bryant showed little emotion throughout the trial and was handcuffed after the reading of the verdict.
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Pomeroy
John “Shorty
A. D. Russell
Bryant
Death Penalty Looms in Ohio Murder Case
Three men stand charged with first degree murder in the James Lee Bryant killing case. Sentencing is expected soon as juries failed to show mercy for Bryant and Rhodes. Hedricks pleaded guilty while Bryant and Rhodes defend their testimonies and alleged coercion by officers.
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Bbi Tal
James Lee Bryant
Hedricks
Rhodes
Ohio
Lumbus
Bryant
Bryeant
Bryant Dectas
Abus
Huffman Withdraws From Ohio Congressional Race
James Huffman of Columbus, son in law to Governor Donahey and secretary to the governor, announced his withdrawal from the Democratic nomination race for Congress in the Fifteenth Ohio district.
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Huffman
Columbus
James
Donahey
Ohio
Pension Increases Granted For Veterans Under New Law
Washington May 6 1924 automatic pension increases for American war veterans become effective under the law signed by President Coolidge. Chalmers of Toledo informed the public today that beneficiaries will receive enhanced pensions.
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Washington, D. C
Preaige Coolidge
Chalmers
Toledo
London volunteer seeks Bag strike-breaking duty at embassy
A London resident on May 6 seeks to volunteer for Bag strike-breaking duties at the American embassy, requesting guidance on service roles and duties for the day.
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London
May Spep Out MemphiS Baptist Church Fracas
A fragment reports spilt phrases about church members, laymen, and a clash at a Memphis area church involving Methodist and Christ groups and a college figure, suggesting a contested event or departure.
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Memphis
Tens
Christ
College of Bishega
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