Public Gambling Laws Face Scrutiny In State History
Police delay action as lawmakers debate enforcement of lottery and gambling statutes. The article traces the history of lottery bans from 1830s to modern times, noting changes in penalties and the rise of slot machines in saloons. It cites remarks from district leaders on enforcement, the public concern over gambling, and references to past efforts to curb illegal games. It also recounts historic examples of lotteries used to fund bridges and churches, highlighting evolving attitudes toward regulated gaming.
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Mats Ty
Silaine
Laos
Lottefur
Campaten
Chestes Marshall
Alexarder
Cudler
Iite
General Assembly
Law and Order League
Florence
America
Isla
James
Virginia
Connecticut Courant
Hartford
College Trinty
Southport
Connecticut
D’onnectivi
Atlowins
Feifte Koriveryb HER and Home Antiques Exhibit
Fragments describe a sale or display featuring furniture and home antiques from manufacturers and various regions. Names like Daniel P Keane and locations such as Main St and ORF Libuiry appear, with hints of items including Firesplaces, Ustners, and specialty pieces from China and India.
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Everlasting Girre Art Bross
Manufactueres Prives
Hammerrd
Antique
Chines
Sri
Basan Wiftx
Saveleman
Gerefit
Fireplace Ustners
Witt Anthque Fornatues
Daniel PL
KEANE
Nest Ty Orf Libuiry
Three Tires Stolen From Woman's Auto Reported
Mrs Hadherman of Tirldwe Avenue Devon reported her car parked on Heuatonic Street was found with three tires missing when she returned to start for home. Detective unit investigated overnight and identified the theft.
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J. T. Radherman
Tirldwe Avenue
Devon
Hadherman
Prosecutor raps patriotism bunk in Doheny case defense
A judge and jurors hear fiery closing arguments as prosecutors denounce patriotic rhetoric and defend a bribery and conspiracy case tied to the Navy’s drainage theory. Testimony cites Doheny, Denby, and Pritchard Lebetts with claims of inflated profits from Pearl Harbor era contracts.
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Thaberty
Deheny
Navy Department
Adolph A. Hoehrling
Roberts
Atleo Fomerena
Doheny
Senate hears Reed hints impeachments in dismissal debate
The Senate debated impeachments as House managers urged dismissal after Reed declined further discussion. Democrats from South Carolina and Washington pressed for carrying through despite resignations, while Republicans Nor tus and Hede urged continuing the case and Bleass signaled restraint. Borah of Iowa argued delays could aid Senate reform.
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Senate
House
South Carn
Washington
Borah
Ivaha
Leagues Praised by Stresemann at Locarno Talks
Stresemann extolled cooperative security at Locarno and praised allied statesmen including Vandervelde for shaping postwar Europe. He warned against renewed war and noted Belgium's wartime ties amid tense negotiations.
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Promt
Harmonius
Europe
Locarno
Conlege
Riad
Vanderveldy
Ium
Thecm
Germany
Vandervelde
Wesleyan Strike Threat Dwindles
Wesleyan officials report the threat of a student strike by undergraduates over compulsory pay reduction has been temporarily averted. A Student Committee presented the viewpoint to the faculty and trustees, showing a willingness to open discussion, with possible resolutions to reflect student sentiment.
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Mimdoletown
Wesleyia
Argus
Alon Senate
Heat Hiftre
Emret
Painter Died After Week of Work with Skull Fracture
Worcester AP reports autopsy on William J. Cole an Auburn painter shows he suffered a fractured skull and brain trauma after a 36 foot fall from a staging in a big city on November 30. He worked a week while injured and later died in hospital after further treatments and surgery.
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Worcester
Mass
William J. Cole
Big City
Struc
Borphal
Saninay
Dreenberg
Thre
Vote on Religion Shows Surprises
The page presents survey results on religious belief and practice with percentages for questions about prayer divinity Bible inspiration church membership and worship habits. Notable figures include 84 percent saying yes to prayer as personal relation, 80 percent viewing the Bible as inspired, 70 percent active church members, and 21 percent willing to grow up in a community without church.
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Colt
Prana
Fined Fertilizer Firms face charges over price fixing
The government fined 16 fertilizer producers for entering into agreements that aimed to restrict competition and raise prices by using base-port rates rather than actual shipping points. Judges described three penalty classes, with fines of 1 590, 2 500 and 4 500, while noting uncertainties about excess profits and potential harms if the government had not intervened. The DOJ investigation, spanning a year, highlighted losses and the major players, including Atu Ato titural Chemmical and Inter on As rienkarmel, shaping concerns over postwar pricing.
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Moog
Judeson
Judsu Loper
Sovernment
Inmisa
Departsment of Justice
Atu Ato |Titural Chemmical Company
Ml Cornertiont
Howest Rmnnfarsturer
Norma
Inter
Asrienkarmel Corporation
Virginia Cawrolima Chemical
Crispi
Girl Bandit Wed Husband Reveals Details at Trial
The goth suspect in a Vermont case faced bond set at $3,000 after a troubled arrest. Judge George Vaughan of the district court ordered the suspect held to await further proceedings. The woman, connected to a past incident, was ordered to Austin tonight and must remain in county custody for the upcoming arraignment.
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Vermont
Pete
M. Ramsey
Hell Sue
Ceorge Vathoun
Tymerrey
Austin
Anti Fat Ads Probe Echoes Through Department Inquiry
Fragmented report notes a probe into anti fat ads with references to a department, confidential documents, and claims by Mr. Hienphrey about a committee or agency influencing publicity and propaganda. The text is unclear and partially garbled.
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Gover
Department of Justice
Hienphrey
Gaur
Aged War Veteran Attempts to Kill Himself in Capitol
Washington December 18 AP report says a wounded veteran of the Indian wars, Tubn Caldwell of Tier Kniey Unkfurnli, shot himself near the rotunda, the pistol shot echoing through marble corridors as senators, congressmen, and visitors rushed to the scene to aid him. The tragedy amid a dueling act drew urgent attention within the capitol.
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Capitol
Wasshington
Tubn Caldwell
Unkfurnli
Mir
Mtil Brauchs Aieds
Cupitel Visitnes
Stockholders Court Objections Delay Railroad Sale
In Chicago, December 18, stockholders of the Milwaukee and Saint Paul Railway faced firm questions from Federal court as confirmation of the recent sale and reorganization plan faced strenuous opposition. Testimony and legal arguments will continue next Wednesday as the court pursues the test requirements and examines the three remaining miles of the line.
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Chicago
Milwauken
Paul Waibsay
Ub Federal Court
Outward Bound Presented at United Church
A noisy reading of a production by New Players at Dilgrim hall recounts the presentation of Outward Bound at the United Church. The cast includes Jigar, anch Alexander oltott as dramatic critic, with praise for staging and performances by Homer Chirk and Betty Wehme among others.
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United Church
Alexander Oltott
New York
Betty Wehme
Mi Ting
Hemer Garhiee
Pathe Dhwansoo
American Claims Before House on German Reparations
Congress hears debate on American claims linked to wartime reparations and the treatment of property assets. Mr Green notes temporary measures, while discussions touch on property seizures, compensation, and the national duty to provide adequate provisions for Americans amid complex international obligations. The report references wartime assets, credit arrangements, and protection of rights in the context of postwar policy.
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Green
Nerun Phi
American Patonalis
Congress
Americcin
Wins $43,000 Verdict For Husband's Death Just as Child Is Born
A Yonkers widow, Mrs. Stutte Rayanka, won a $43,000 Supreme Court verdict for her husband George Rayanka's death, delivered minutes after she gave birth. The engineer for the Pennsylvania Railroad died when his Atlantic der overturned near Cam, with plaintiffs alleging defective walls caused the accident.
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White Plains
Traiy
Supreme Court
Stutte Rayanka
Yonkers
Yonkers Hogpltad
George Rayanka
Pennsylvania
Rnlroad
Hisaive
Cam
Rayanta
Million Christmas Trees to Reach American Homes
About ten million Christmas trees will be shipped to American homes this season. The industry supports growers and foresters while promoting conservation. Expert opinions urge widespread appreciation of forests to foster future protection and responsible use.
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Tington
API
Fuletide
Italy
WN. Association
Wondiridge Metenif
Teheel
Majestry
California
Welo
Frigid Wave Heads East Amid Severe Winter Weather
A frigid wave moved east across the western half of the U.S. and into Canada, bringing freezing temperatures and wind as low as 45 degrees below zero in some areas and prompting storm warnings from Washington to New York. Two deaths are reported in Montana and Colorado as the system sweeps into the central and eastern states with gusty winds and potential blizzard conditions.
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Uyfie
Dionzer
Helena
Mont
Denver
United
Hegiete Lintow
Wilder
Beaver
Eotursde
Gery Vibuaneruuc
S. A
Washington
Waseington
Dee
Azus
Missisippi
Weather Bureau
York
Ontario
Yorania Andienes Saaba
Lewisina
Wes
Teis
Irinington
S.C
Felens
Eemperrow
Lerrin
Tor Lahda
Ghio
Beggar's Escape Sparks Jail Term for Teammate
In New York a beggar prompted a team to jail when James Barry armed with a crude plan asked a girl for alms. He attacked, fled, and faced months in the workhouse after a threadbare sprint to victory with Tollus Serant and Peter Kelly aiding capture.
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New York
HUATO
James Barey
Barry
Nhirty O Tre Dees
Tollus Serant
Peter Kelly
La Guardia Seeks Probe Of Dispatch In Mexico Row
A La Guardia resolution asks the secretary to answer four questions on whether State Department officials influenced or suggested dispatches to Associated Press United Press and International News Service about Mexico Peru and relations with Russia. It questions if officials carried statements to press reps on November 16 1926 regarding Bolshevist activity in Mexico and Mexico's stance toward Nicaragua and Central America.
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la Guardia
Felow
State Department
Paru
Associated Press
United Press
International News Service
Mexico
al- Tepe
Rus
Associated Press United Press
Eal
Fts
Gite Insurance
Kent Coaner
Bolshevist
Panama
Kelorg
Olds
Officials Question Communistic Influence in U S Mexico Ties
Government officials in Washington voiced concerns over reports that Communistic tendencies were being pushed into American Mexican relations. The Associated Press reported the statements as well informed and accurately reflecting official views, with no reason to doubt the information and no investigation revealing contrary truths.
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Ments
Olds
Associated Press
Washington
Democratic petition plan tests floor vote on Garner bill
A Democratic drive seeks enough signatures to bring Garner bill to the floor. Oldfield hopes to win the support of Farm Labor, Socialist, and Independent members for a possible 132 Democrats in the process, needing 32 more signatures beyond those pledged. Clamer also expects GOP ranks to deliver the necessary votes.
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Oldfield
Clamer
Deposed Eclectic Arrests Spark State Health Action
The deposed eclectics face no immediate action from Attorney General Frank E. Yealy for practicing without licenses. After a multi year case, indications show the State Department of Health will move against others in similar cases as several license revocations prompt some to leave the state.
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Frank E. Ylealy
Meensas
State Department of Health
Norwegians Enter American Yacht Race
Oslo December 13 AP Norwegian yachtsmen prepare to win back the Norwegian gold cup from the American Tanai owner Herman F Whiton Oyster Bay NY. Three yachts six meter craft compete in elimination heats at Long Island Sound next summer with Crown Prince Olav's fast sailer in reserve for the final to send the victorious crew home.
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Norw
Herman F Whiton
Oyster Bay
Ara Unnec
Long Teland Sound
Crown Prince
Qlov
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