Embargo Threat Over Texas Livestock Movements Reported
United Press details indicate Canada may modify its livestock embargo affecting Texas New Mexico and Oklahoma amid hoof and mouth disease in Texas. Callan, chairman of the State Livestock Commission, says an embargo notice reached him last night. Greek Bulgarian tensions ease as Bulgaria acts to capture murderers of a Greek citizen and Greek troops remain near the border.
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United Press
Fort Worth
Texas
FE. D. Callan
Bval Livestock Commission
Txas,y New Mexico
Oklahoms
Callan
Ife
Hous
Ey United Press
Athens
Sogia
Washington
MacMillan Polar Expedition
Tempt
Arctic
MacMillan
Etah
Greenland
National Graphic Society
Department of Commerce
England cites tall clergyman in the dish-speaking world
United Press reports in Duffield Derbyshire the Rev K A Causton M A is described as the tallest bonafide clergyman in the dish-speaking world. The Rev Causton stands about 6 feet 8 and a half inches in bare feet with a reach of 6 feet 9 and a quarter inches.
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United Press
Bootlegger’s Obscure Quote Sparks Curious Debate
A fragmentary exchange mentions science and life development looming to 150 years, with a skeptical reply about knowledge. The garbled OCR hints at a historical or sensational context surrounding a bootlegger figure and a spy or informant named Pete.
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Spiper
Pete
Russell Lott deemed insane in murder case
Chicago August 1 Dr Harold Hurlbert a psychiatrist testified in a court hearing on whether Russell Sedter is sane enough to be hanged for the murder of Robert Maurer. He said Yes he is insane and described Scott Stewart as an habitual sufferer from hallucinations.
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Umitea Press
Chicago
Russell Sedter
Harold Hurlbert
Scott
Robert Maurer
Hulbert
Stewart
Count South
Tax Tragedy Near Coney Ville Kansas Woman Dead
A Kansas tragedy near Coney Ville reports a woman dead and a man linked to a suicide attempt amid a tax affair. The event involves Laura Ford, age 12, and Berent, housekeeper, with a taxi driver as key witness. Authorities describe a fatal shooting and subsequent suicide attempt as part of a disputed matter.
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Coney Ville
Kansas
Ursed Press
Orfey Ville
Kans
Laura Ford
Sue
Boorsetz
Millionaire Adopts Child, Sets Next Dividend Date
A prominent financier adopts a child and announces the next dividend date. Edward Udjor is cited in connection with the move and release, with details about the adoption and payout schedule noted in the brief item.
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Millionaire
Crowd Flocks Court for Pickford Fairbanks Kidnap Trial
A Los Angeles crowd gathered at the courthouse as Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks prepared to testify in the conspiracy to kidnap case against three men. The scene reflected intense public interest in the trial of Americas sweetheart and her husband.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Mary Pickford
Douglas Fairbanks
America
French woman swimmer eyes first crossing of English Channel
Jean, a French woman, attempted to swim the English Channel from France to Dover, England. She had covered about twelve miles toward Dover by late afternoon, despite adverse weather, and was considered to have a good chance of success.
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Cape Gris Nez
France
Jean
English Channel
Dover
England
Mrs Routt Pioneer Settler Dies In Farm County
Mrs D F Routt aged year died at Gober after illness. Formerly of Lamasco she died at grandson Georgeerry home. Burial at Center Grove cemetery near Lamasco this afternoon at 8 oclock. She was a pioneer settler known in the northeast part of the county.
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D. F. Routt
Gober
Lamasco
George Erry
Centerrove Cemetery
Farm County
President Coolidge Sees Rail Consolidation Solving National Problems
The president’s opinion, as carried by United Press, suggests that railroad mergers could address major national issues. He spoke before an Interstate Commerce Commission test case in Swampscott, noting the potential for increased efficiency and competition if mergers proceed.
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United Press
S. Swampscott
Coolidge
Old Settlers and Confederates Return for Texas Heritage Event
The Old Settlers and Confederate veterans plan visits Friday and Saturday, August 7 and 8, gathering under the oaks in Simpson Park. They will recount early Texas days while locals hope for a memorable gathering and a return next year.
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Simpson Park
Texas
Sony
Sharper Peddler Tricks Tourist With Toll Bridge Offer
A sight-seer declines a rogue deal offering the Brooklyn Bridge for 1000 dollars while boasting about purchasing the Statue of Liberty for 500 dollars. The exchange highlights a scam attempting to profit from famous landmarks.
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Tranger
Rooklyn Bridge
French Woman Begins Channel Swim Attempt
Jean Siam of France started her bid to swim the English Channel at 8 o'clock this morning. Despite choppy seas and a strong headwind, she sought to beat American and Argentine rivals to become the first woman to complete the crossing.
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United Ress
Cape Cris Nez
Jean Siam
Bandits Escape After Jewelry Store Robbery
United Press reports five bandits held up Patrick Clancy pawnbroker in New York, bound him and two clerks, ransacked the house, and fled with jewelry worth 60000 dollars.
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New York City
United Press
New York
Patrick Clancy
Clancy
Picnic Opens August at Woodmen Park Four Days
The Favorite promotes a four day picnic at Woodmen Park starting Wednesday morning August 5 6 7 and 8 192% with day and night sessions expected to draw many locals. events run August 5 through 8 at the park inviting full community attendance.
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Woodmen4
Chiropractor Faces Trial for Practicing Medicine Without License
The county court hears the case of FM Laughmuller charged with practicing medicine without a license. The defendant, described as a chiropractor, has operated on the savid side of the square for over a year. Counsel for both sides are secured. a prior trial reportedly ended in acquittal.
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FM. Laughmuller
Cis
Railroad seeks 30 mile Edinburg to Harlingen extension
The San Antonio & Arkansas Pass Railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to build a 30 mile extension from Edinburgh to Harlingen Texas. The line would provide an outlet for a rich agricultural area of the state.
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United Press
Washington
San Antonio
Arkansas Pass Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Edinburgh
Harlingen
Texas
Rules Find Steel Shipments From Birmingham Unreasonable
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that gate rates on iron and steel carload shipments from Birmingham Alabama to Houston and group points were unreasonable. Present schedules were ordered canceled before August 31 pending a new schedule.
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United Press
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Birmingham
Ala
Houston
Body 15 Identified and Scarch Starts for Dr Schwartz
In Martinez California Aug 4 a partial body ID in the Pacific Cellulose lab wreck yields Joseph Rodriguez ranch hand as a lead while police seek Dr Henry Schwartz chemist and company officer. A broadcast description and photo circulation ensue amid initial confusion.
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DR. Schwartz
Martinez
Calif
Joseph Rodriguez
Henry Schwartz
Schwartz
Ratio
Telefoto
Sen
Alice Littlefield Memorial Dormitory Construction Planned
University of Texas will start the Alice Littlefield Memorial Dormitory this fall. Private homes on the site are being moved. two houses acquired earlier have been sold to Austin residents.
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Austin
Aug. J
Alice Littlefield
University of Texas
G. J. Stephens
University
Stephens
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