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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1925
Page
5
Three army airmen died when a large Martin bomber crashed in timber near Cape May Courthouse New Jersey. The accident left a grim tally in a day of violent incidents across the country.
The funeral arrangements are set for Pearl Parmley of Omaha who died after being struck by a taxi at the Echesonth street viaduct. Miss Lucille Spillman, injured, remains hospitalized as the driver Eckman is held on $2,800 bond awaiting coroner's inquest. Witnesses cite varying speeds. the Parmley family has suffered previous misfortune, with the father burned at work in 1928 and his death later, and Pearl’s mother passing soon after. Three brothers and three sisters survive Pearl Parmley, including Clifford and Lester Parmley of Omaha and Gail Parmley of this city, along with sisters Mrs. Harry Cartwright and Mrs. Rogue.
In Miami Florida on October 19 194? F F Farley and his wife are held on murder charges connected to a $60000 insurance fraud. Sheriff H Johnson of Pikesville Kentucky reports warrants are in the mails. Farley is said to be wanted for blowing up a mine that killed Henry Wilson a miner.
A teenage daredevil dies after falling from a plane in an incident linked to a stunts sequence. Details are sparse as the report lists scattered phrases about the tragedy and related events, with unclear names and places.
Washington treasury officials announce retention of key dry enforcement duties in the capital under General J. Andrews. Headquarters will handle pardons, compliance reviews, and adjustments under the Volstead Act, with $1,000,000 expected from compromises. Justice referrals and state coordination measures aim to boost enforcement nationwide.
Richard F. Parmley, over eighty and former Anita resident, died at his daughter Mrs H F Yard’s Des Moines home after the death of his grandson Miss Peart Parmley in Omaha. He leaves two daughters Mrs Rose Harris of Anita and Mrs Yard. funeral plans to be announced.
Local Cluswomen prepare to attend a district meeting with sessions open to all members of four clubs and the community. The program includes invocations, speeches by Rev. Ta Watson, Miss Julia, Mrs. Foote, and Mr. Maurice Willows, music, receptions, and a banquet at the Woodbine Christian church.
Chicago alcohol magnate known as the beer baron suffers a setback as his appeal to the Supreme Court is denied. The decision closes his bid for a final ruling on his contested business practices.
A garbled European report discusses an arms conference proposal, questioning its viability, alignment with the league, and possible outcomes. It mentions nations, states, and potential negotiations, with no clear agreement reached.
The piece reports on the political clash over federal tax cuts led by Representative Garber of Texas and Senator Melon, detailing proposed shifts in surtax rates, exemptions, and revenue structure. It notes Treasury Secretary Mellon’s testimony before the House Ways and Means Committee, outlining a 20 percent top rate, current normal rate for incomes under 10,000 dollars, and repeal of the publicity clause, with ongoing partisan positions ahead of the 1925 presidential context.
The News Telegraph announces a price hike for subscritions sent out of state and outside the trade area. Rates rise to 5.00 per year, 8.00 to Canada, with regional in-state increases to 6.00 except in specified counties. Monthly rates gain 75 cents per month, portions of war rates adjusted.
A confession reveals a man supplied a gun to the killer of a Dubuque jailer. Three men fled. Harold Carlsen was recaptured. Earl Stearns and Donald Kerdel were pursued days but not yet caught. In Boone, Vincent Steinel, injured in a Friday car crash near Iowa City, remains hospitalized with unchanged condition.
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