Dry forces push for stricter Volstead enforcement on house floor
In Washington lawmakers stock up on calls for tougher Prohibition compliance. Rep Volstead and allies accuse the Treasury with hampering enforcement after 700 of 1200 dry agents were cut. They threaten moving enforcement to the Justice Department and seek a full investigation.
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United Press
Washington
Congress
Treasury Department
Volstead
Minnesota
House
Byrnes
Tennessee
Kramer
Drys
Department of Justice
Savage fighting erupts in Upper Silesia as clashes widen
Reports from Oppein say Polish and German residents clash with improvised weapons. Bodies show brutal mutilations on both sides. German forces press in southern Silesia while a German column along the Oder nears Leszno, halted by Polish artillery in a narrow valley.
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Silesia
Oder
Les‘Jau
Great Britain and France Near Unity Over Silesian Row
Paris—Britain and France seemed closer after Briand’s wartime style address, with a confidence vote anticipated to support his plan to act for allies’ welfare before France’s own policy. Harangues showed gaps on handling the Silesian issue, though a large majority backing Briand was seen.
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Webb Miller
United Press
Paris
Great Britain
France
Briand
Geran
Ress
Prominent Lebanon Leader Accused in Murder Case
Elmer Comb, Lebanon Chamber of Commerce president and first vice president of the Christian church, left for Los Angeles to answer charges that he is the father of a murdered baby belonging to Erie Allicane.
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Lebanon, Mo
Allies demand Polish border closure in Upper Silesia note
May 25. The Allied Ambassadors press Poland to seal its Silesian border and accept a German reclamation of anti tank armor left in Upper Silesia while Berlin denies a request.
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Warsaw
Allied
Germany
Poland
Hhe
Berlin
Upper Silesia
Lincoln to Play the Part in Local Theater
A local production names Arthur Nett of Worcester as the next actor to portray Lincoln. The casting confirms a new performer will take on the role in upcoming shows with community support and rehearsal plans underway.
Springfield Eyes Convention Trade Amid Wicked City Image
Springfield, Wisconsin, May 24. The city seeks to capitalize on a reputation as the wickedest of its size in America. Local chamber of commerce has received numerous inquiries about convention facilities in Illinois capital.
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Springfield
America
Chamber of Commerce
Illinois Capitol
Five men captured after Union National Bank robbery in New Castle
Five men believed to be the bank robbers who stole 40000 from Union National Bank in New Castle, Pennsylvania, were arrested at a Cleveland gas station early today. A 45 caliber automatic was found in their car, loot missing, and authorities questioned their Franklin, Pennsylvania origin and claim they came to buy an automobile. The heist occurred at noon, with the men unmasked and fleeing in a waiting car.
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Cleveland
Union National Bank
New Castle
Franklin
Pavilion Dance Tonight and Saturday at 7 30 P M
Dance event at Carpenter's Pavilion with weekly sessions on Thursday and Saturday at 7 30 P M including an evening event on Decoration Day on May 30. Hosted by local community group with public admission.
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Carpenter’s Pavilion
No restrictions on beach bathing suits at Cedar Point
At Cedar Point Ohio on May 25 bathers may wear any style of bathing suit this summer. The question of modesty and discretion is left to individual bathers with no imposed restrictions.
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Cedar Point
IS DEAD AT 98 NEWCOMERSTOWN
Garrett Shanks, 98, who cast his first vote for Henry Clay for president, died here after recently moving from Cadiz.
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Newcomerstown
Garrett Shanks
Henry Clay
Cadiz
First Break In British Miners As 600 Shropshire Men Return
The first break in the miners strike occurs as 600 Shropshire miners return to work under a temporary wage pact. Union leaders and government officials expect a nation wide settlement by late this afternoon. Miners report consultations and say major concessions were made.
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London
Shropshire
Ohio University Nominates Dr. Elmer Bryan for Presidency
Dr. Elmer Barrett Bryan president of Colgate University is tendered the presidency of Ohio University in Athens. Trustees say Bryan’s acceptance depends on an honorable release from Colgate. he is reportedly on leave and may accept. Bryan, born 1865 in Van Wert, is a noted educator with degrees from Indiana and Franklin colleges and has led Colgate since 1909. He and his wife Margaret L. Scott married in 1889.
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Elmer Barrett Bryan
Colgate University
Ohio University
Trustes
Alston Ellis
Bryan
Colgate
Dr. Bryan
Salt Lake City
Athens Institution
United States
Elmer Burritt Bryan
van Wert
Ohio
Daniel
Mary Elizabeth (Beeler) Bryan
Indiana State Normal School
Indiana University
Harvard and
Clark Universities
L. L. D. Franklin College
L. L
R. Franklin College
L.L. D. University of Maine
Butler College
Indiana Normal School
Franklin College
Margaret L. Scott
Kokomo
Indiana
Foster declines Ohio University presidency bid
Congress man Israel M. Foster of Athens says he will not seek the presidency of Ohio University to stay in Congress. He has served as a trustee and secretary and plans to attend a trustees meeting in Columbus Thursday to consider a successor to Dr Alston Ellis who has died.
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Ohio University
Athens
Israel M. Foster
Congress
Washington
Foster
Alston Ellis
Trial begins for former chief justice in perjury case
William H. McGannon, ex chief justice of the city court, goes on trial before Judge Florence E. Allen in Cleveland common pleas court on a charge of giving perjured testimony at trials in which he was acquitted of murdering Harold C. Kagy.
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Cleveland
William H. McGannon
City Court
Florence E. Allen
Common Pleas Court
Harold C. Kagy
Hatfield Freed on Bail After Matewan Attack Charge
Sid Hatfield former Matewan police chief was released on bail after arrest for attacking P. J. Smith with a rifle butt amid the coal mine labor dispute. The Lynn Coal and Coke Co store at Lynn burned yesterday causing $30,000 in losses. Baldwin-Felts detectives on trial for killings of Mayor Testerman and Tot Tinsley were acquitted.
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Mattewan
Lewisburg
Warren’s school scheme eyed by US education chief
Warren to front Warren Ohio where the district’s plan to divide work, study, and play is discussed as the United States commissioner of education plans a series of articles.
Church Destroyed by Lightning in Dillionville
A Polish church in Dillionville was struck by lightning and burned, destroying the largest house of worship in town. Firefighters battled the blaze as parishioners watched the flames engulf the structure with extensive damage reported. No injuries were immediately confirmed.
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Dillionville
Special Conclave for Temple Order May 26
Wednesday evening May 25 at 7 30 matters of vital importance to the Commandery will be presented for consideration. Special conclave Thursday afternoon May 26 at 2 for conferring the Order of the Temple upon nine candidates. Your presence and cooperation appreciated. Chas E Cameron Com James A Palmer Rec.
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Order of the Temple
Chas, E. Cameron
Jas. A. Palmer
Cur. fiel Mincolla Loop-the-Loo Flight Record
Laura Bromwell set altitude records with a series of loops during the Cur. field demonstration. She completed multiple congec? loops starting from about 8,000 feet in the air.
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Fiel Mincolla
Laura Bromwell
Kansas Wheat Is Not Spoiled Yet
Kansas remains hopeful about its wheat crop despite some damage in smaller counties. Grain quotes rose on the Chicago board due to drought reports in Kansas and Nebraska, while J C Mohler, secretary of agriculture, notes overall good prospects with some losses in select counties.
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Kas
Kansas
Chicago Board of Trade
Nebraska
J. C. Mohler
Department of Agriculture
Altho
Decoration Day Program at New Marshfield
May 30 events include a Marshfield vs Athens ball game at 10 a.m. a procession from K P hall to the cemetery with music and invocations. Addresses by Rev Gardner and Rev Goardner, with songs by the Marshfield Band and refreshments after services at the cemetery. A note adds Japan begins making dextrine for textile use.
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Marshfield
Athens
K. of P. Hall
Gardner
Espeee Rov
Dabritz
Goardner
J. H. Moody Music
Two Floodwood Brothers Jailed After Liquor Trial
Alva Marks was found guilty of manufacturing intoxicating liquor in Nelsonville court and fined 300 dollars plus costs. Unable to pay, he was committed to the county jail. His brother Charles Mark, also from Floodwood, held in jail for possessing intoxicants.
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Nelsonville
Alva Marks
Floodwood
Marks
S. F. DeLong
Charles Mark
Alva
Chicago dance trends signal return to old steps this summer
Chicago authorities say the pendulum of dance is swinging back to older styles as the city and nation move beyond the wiggle and wobble. Public displays of affection on the dance floor are not in fashion this season.
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Chicago
Harding Presents Mme Curie With Gram of Radium
President Harding surprised guests by presenting Marie Curie with a gram of radium from American women donors. The gift was announced as intended for cancer research and medical use. A photo at the White House captured Curie descending the steps after the presentation.
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Mme. Curie
U.S
White House
Mme
Marie Ie Gare
Curie
Curie Sperty
President Harding
Pees Re. Harding
Harding Backed by Public for Government Wage Cuts
President Harding, returning from New York, says ruthless economy has popular support. Cabinet unanimously backs the move to prune the payroll and cut red tape. A congressional committee led by Walter F. Brown coordinates the reorganizing effort for the president.
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Raymond Clapper
United Press
Washington
Harding
New York
Walter F. Brown
Ohio
Sinn Fein Loses Support in Belfast Elections
In Belfast on May 25 officials lacked figures but unionist candidates looked set to triumph in the Ulster parliament. Sinn Fein drew little support after yesterday’s elections which left more than twenty injured. Preparations for a Northern government with Sir James Craig as president were nearly complete though the new council would not meet until later.
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Belfast
Sinn Fein
James Craig
Traffic Tragedies In Cleveland Claim Multiple Lives
Two men and a boy die in separate accidents in Cleveland yesterday. Four people are injured by autos, and two victims perish when their wagon is struck by an eastbound A B C interurban car. Five others, including three children, are hurt in the incidents.
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Cleveland
Violin Stolen From Friend Sparks Passion and Loss
Chicago May 24. Frank M. Blackman reported his friend John C. Wilson vanished with a centuries old violin. Blackman described the instrument as an Italian Alexander Gagalino work from Milan about 300 years old and valued for its beauty rather than monetary worth.
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Chicago
Frank M. Blackman
Blackman
John C. Wilson
Alexander Gagalino
Mila
Italy
Dealership Trust Builds Customer Loyalty in Car Sales
J R Lostro of Lostro Auto Sales argues that buyers judge not only the car but the dealer's establishment and reputation. He says dealers must meet obligations to keep customers satisfied for years, turning owners into partners in the business. Additionally, noting over two hundred silk insects exist, only a few serve mankind.
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J. R. Lostro
Lostro Auto Sales Company
Rebels Beaten in the Senate on Naval Bill
Washington May 26 Republican insurgents failed to block key navy bill items in the Senate. The naval affairs committee backed the measure and leaders hoped to restore 1.5 million for the Alameda naval base. Insurgents warned further party discord, while regulars pushed for higher naval personnel.
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Washington
Senate
Naval Affairs Committee
Alameda, Naval Base
Bors Lenroot
Navy Department
Poindexter
City Court Trial Continues Under Judge Florence
A city court proceeding continues with Judge Florence presiding. The case involves charges against a defendant tied to alleged peri in the trials, entering the third stage of the cage.
Athens Elks announce revised initiation fees and life honors
At a regular meeting of the Athens lodge of Elks it was decided to continue dues from 25 to 36 dollars. Two Athens Elks, Charise DeMolet and Alex Bf. Moore, were voted life members at Athena lodge, excusing them from future dues, honoring decades of meritorious service. The ceremony occurred Thursday evening June 16.
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Atens Logue of Elks Can
Elks
Nelsonville
Athens Elks
Athena Lodge
Charise DeMolet
Ang
Alex Bf. Moore
Eather
Athens Lodge
Save Money on Your Household Tasks Bulletin
The Agriculture Department notes savings come from proper laundry methods and careful handling of clothes. A Washington Information Bureau bulletin offers free guidance and a mailed Takeder Book by sending name and two cents in stamps for postage.
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Department of Agriculture
Washington Information Bureau
Ienasete
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