Restitution Suit Basis Questioned in St Louis
In St Louis on December 22 the legality of restitution suits against current and former directors of the St Louis & San Francisco railroad is debated before Circuit Judge Sanborn. The petition by William Niles of New York, a Frisco stockholder, is the focus of the argument over syndicate promotion and subsidiary railroad sales to the Frisco system.
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St Louis
St Louis & San Franciszoo
Sanborn
United States
William Niles
New York
Frisco System
White slave films barred in capital
Washington authorities barred the publication of white slave moving pictures at two local theatres after a board of censors declared the films too bad for Washington.
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Washington
Big League Pitcher Preaches Temperance at Kansas City
Eugene Packard, lefthanded pitcher for the Cincinnati National League, stood in the Oakhurst Methodist Church pulpit to urge young men to shun liquor and cigarettes. He told the crowd that having an ideal and determination could lead to success in any business, even if they never become players. Packard lives in Kansas City and spoke during an anti saloon campaign event.
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Kansas City
Eugene Packard
Cincinnati National League Baseball Club
Oakhurst Methodist
Packard
Karisas Mty
National Centenary of The Star Spangled Banner Observed
The centenary event for Francis Scott Keyes 1814 work will be observed in Baltimore in September. Mayor Wilson is invited to appoint a five member Bridgeport committee to attend the observance.
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Francis Scott Keyes
Baltimore
Wilson
Bridgeport
Furs at Christmas sale discounts across fur scarfs and sets
Extraordinary Christmas sale offers fur scarfs muffs and sets at one third less than rivals. Prices range from 1.48 to 50.00 for various furs including black fox red fox lynx martins coney and Iceland fox, plus coats rainwear and cloth items discounted from higher list prices.
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Momaesh
McLean Trial Set in Albany for Campaign Violations
New York December 22. Arthur A. McLean longtime treasurer of the Democratic State committee is charged with accepting corporate campaign contributions in violation of the laws. He faces two counts and possible penalties including imprisonment up to one year and a $1,000 fine. The trial will be held in Albany per district attorney Charles S. Whitman.
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New York
Arthur A. McLean
Democratic State Committee
Albany
Charles S. Whitman
McLean
Rampolla Will Rumor Swirls In Vatican Circles
In Rome a rumor spreads in Vatican circles that a box said to contain the will and other important papers of the late Cardinal Rampolla has vanished.
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Rome
Vatican
Cardinal Rampolla
Children Plea Wins Release Of Accused Women
A group of 13 children, the eldest 17, urged release of five mothers arrested Saturday night in Minneapolis. Police say the women, from well to do families, are linked to an organized shoplifting gang. four were released with families, one leader remains in custody. Police recovered over $800 in stolen goods and the women are to appear in court today.
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Minneapolis
Martinson
Mrs Pankhurst to Rest After Illness in Paris Switland
London dispatch reports Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst left London quietly for Paris en route to Switzerland to recuperate from weakness caused by her hunger and thirst strike in Holloway jail, from which she was recently released.
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London
Emmeline Pankhurst
Paris
Switland
Holloway
Mexican envoy Francisco De La Barra welcomed in Tokyo
Francisco De La Barra, former provisional Mexican president now in Japan as special envoy, was greeted by state dignitaries, army and navy officers, businessmen, and a large public crowd. He was cheered at the railroad station and hotel, with a banquet planned by the emperor on Christmas Day.
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Tokio
Francisco de la Barra
Mexico
Japan
Hnes
Currency conferees settle regional bank provisions
Important committee decisions set the minimum capital stock for regional reserve banks at 4 million dollars, splitting the Senate and House positions. The Senate’s eight to twelve banks plan and the six percent member bank subscription were accepted, and the House agreed. The compromise drops the ban on Class B directors holding member bank stock.
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Senate
House
Map Worth 1200 Burned In South Norwalk Fire
A city map valued at no less than 1200, used by assessors, was destroyed in a fire at City Hall in South Norwalk on December 22. Investigators believe a lighted cigar butt dropped into a basket started the blaze.
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Norwalk
Jail Sentence for Reckless Driving Declared
Charles P Oliver of 105 Carlton Avenue received a $100 fine and a three month jail term for reckless driving after Judge Thomas C Coughlin refused leniency. Oliver, arrested near Stratfield hotel after colliding with another car, appealed with bond set at $500. Police testified the car nearly struck a store window while the driver attempted to flee. Attorney Mara argued inexperience and intention to sell the car as mitigating factors.
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George F. Mara
Charles P. Oliver
Carlton Avenue
Thomas C. Coughlin
Oliver
Ate
Stratfield Hotel
Clifford Gorgas
T. Earl Bartram
Gorgas
Mara
Men Concerned in Dissolution of Phone Trust
Washington December 22 The president opts against government ownership of wires citing an agreement between the American Telephone and Telegraph Company and the Western Union Telegraph Company. Terms include disposal of Western Union stock, no future control of other lines, and allowing independent telephone companies to use interstate wires. Theodore N Vail supports the plan amid Clarence Mackay’s prolonged opposition.
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Washington
American ‘Telephone and ‘Telegraph Company
Telephone Trust
N. C. Kingsbury
McReynolds
Western Union Telegraph Company
Theodore N. Vail
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Clarence Mackay
Postal Telegraph Company
Bishop Nilan denounces modern eugenics and immorality sermons
In Hartford Bishop John Joseph Nilan denounces white slavery, salacious dramas, eugenics teaching in primary schools, and modern perils during two Masses at St. Joseph's Cathedral. He condemns agitators claiming to promote purity, cites public opinion as key, and warns against science probing hidden truths. Nearby items report a shooting in Germantown, a large holiday-store fire in Worcester, and a gas-related accident in Pittsburgh.
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Hartford
Conn
John Joseph Nilan
St. Joseph’s
Connecticut
Amesbury
Mass
Noah's Ark Christmas Gift Deck at The Smith-Murray Co
Noah's Ark store showcases an extensive Christmas gift selection across departments. White brush sets, manicure articles, perfume boxes, jewelry boxes, leather goods, kids books, calendars, toys, and silk hose are offered with prices from a few cents to several dollars. Free parcel post delivery advertised within limited areas.
New Mahogany 8 Day Clocks and Travel Clocks Offer
The Smith Murray Co. G W Fairchild & Sons advertise a selection of clocks with prices ranging from 2 to 50 dollars. Featured items include mahogany 8 day, hour and half hour strike clocks, fancy clocks, gold clocks, and traveling clocks in folding leather cases, offering value and warranty.
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G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Opticians 7
England Leads In Short Stories And Essays
A reflective piece argues that America exceeds in producing short stories and essays due to the market for moving pictures and the American taste for quick results. It notes that England favors novels to fit its pace, while Russia’s great literature is tied to oppression and sentimentality. The author cites Hungarians and Burns as examples of culture shaped by constraint and rebellion.
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America
Moving Picture
England
Russia
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