Four La Montagne brothers indicted for liquor conspiracy
Federal grand jury indictments name Montague La Montagne and three brothers along with associates for an alleged conspiracy to illegally sell about 16,000 gallons of liquor and to obtain permits through illicit channels. The cases involve high society figures and a polo player among the defendants. Prohibition agents report vigorous enforcement despite complex state and federal actions.
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New York
Associated Press
Athich Mauer
la Montagne
Eharet
Oea
United States
Hayward
Neuer
Knox
Usaful
Montagu la Montagne
Reno
William
Morgan
Samuil A Story
la Montagne’s Sons, Inc
Nets
Newark
Long Branch
Asbbury
Park
Broadway
Jury probe of Klans activity ends in New York
The December grand jury, directed to investigate Ku Klux Klan activities in New York, was discharged by Judge Mancuse of General Sessions. He said the district attorney did not gather sufficient evidence to warrant the investigation and that another jury could direct a renewed probe.
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New York
Mancuse
General Sessions
Offee
Politicians on Edge as Mayor Delivers Appointees List
Unusual precautions surround mayoral appointee releases with secrecy. The list includes Join G. Sehivart Jr and John C. Stanley for positions in Building and Police Boards, plus several reappointments across Fire Health and Charities boards. party labels and potential changes noted.
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Cheirman
Wreause Ley
Tha Ney
G. Sehivart
Republican
Bulding
John C. Stanley
Ny Chirilies
Wiliam P. Corr
George Fry
Nine Patrolmen May Be Promoted to Temporary Sergeants
The Police Board was asked last year to fund nine temporary sergeant promotions for patrolmen assigned to the Bureau of Investigation and Missing Persons in the Detective division. If approved, D. F. W. McPaddes, W. A. Auger, D. A. Broley, We Ae Poster, YH. Doyle, M. J. Lawney, T. M. McNamara, P. J. Murphy, and LT. J. Maloney would receive sergeant ratings and pay raises after one year in the bureau under city ordinance. Sergeant Michael Arnolsky leads Bureau work under Captain John H. Regan.
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Bureau of Investigation
Duren
Lowe
Detective Bureau
Police Board
Tormora
D. F W. McPaddes
W. A. Auger
D. A. Broley
We Ae
Trernatives
Jonn H. Regan
Klan to Probe Hood Lynching in Louisiana News
New Orleans reports Klan chiefs in Louisiana meet to decide action over circulating claims Klan members ran kidnapping and murders tied to Morehouse incidents. A New Orleans reporter attended and said the group would investigate the August 24 events at Morehouse and confront any culpable members.
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Klan
Louisiana
New Orleans
Morehouse
Kiso
Lave
Watt Daniel
Thomas Juchards
United
Winton Affair Settled and Cornell Statement Issued
Cornell asserts settlement reached over Bridgeport city accounts with Town Clerk Winton. Payment in full to Bridgeport authorities acknowledged after audits revealed delays in remittances. Officials say correction of conduct satisfies ordinance provisions without additional implications.
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L. Keating
Jokny A. Cornell
Symsa
Bridgeport
Glos Cinignoy
E. Winton
Aly
Cornell
Mathilde May to Wed Swiss Fiance in January
Swiss reports confirm Mathilde McCormick daughter of Harold F. McCormick of Chicago will wed Max Oner in January. The McCormick party, returning from Italy, accompanied by Oner, visited Basel and granted interviews amid wedding speculation.
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Mathilde May
Oser
Basle
Switzerland
Max Oner
Mathilde McCormick
Harold F. McCormick
Chicago
McCormick
Orer
Buy
Swit
Garland
Italy
Mort
A E Appeals to Trish Republicans to End Conflict
A. E. appeals to Trish Republicans to end conflict in Ireland. An open letter by a senator in the Free State parliament explains the current position and urges Republicans to accept the Free State government and retire peacefully for national good. He warns continued conflict would be disastrous.
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Dublin
Grdneé Russell
A. B
Free Bute
Ireland
Marion de Valera
Ily
Repubtleans
Free State
Harding Extends Federal Control of Fuel Supplies
Washington December 19 President Harding decides to extend federal control of fuel distribution for at least one more month. The emergency measures from the coal strike era will continue via a temporary organization and the Tyre fuel distributor office may be terminated or revived by presidential proclamation. Tyre official Leigh is expected to become Spens successor.
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Washington
Harding
White House
Conrad FE. Spens
I Tk. Wadleigh
Mr. Spons
President to Liberate Political Prisoners Amid Amnesty Plan
A White House spokesman said President Harding would issue commutations of political prisoners as part of a New Year amnesty. The move follows prior failed attempts and aims to free those held for political offenses before Christmas.
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Washington
Dee
Harding
Ted
State Park Board Seeks 750000 For Land 296000 For Development
Hartford December 20 The Biennial report of the state park and forest commission to Governor Lake requests 750000 for land purchase and 296000 for development and maintenance. The commission expresses support for continuing public park spaces while addressing limited areas suitable for growth.
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Hartford
Stare Park and Forest Commission
Governor Lake
Iba
tHuzena
Degire Co
Turks Reinforce Mosul Frontiers Amid Atmospheric Gloom
London dispatch reports Athens advising Turkish forces to reinforce the Mosul frontier as Premier Lloyd George weighs Britain's stance at the Paris reparations conference. Downing Street gloom pervades as Paris talks loom with plans to demand reduced German reparations and friction with France over Ruhr.
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London
Athens
Mosul
Lausanne
Vanja
Downing Street
Mucopo
Downing Streel
Bonar Lasang
Britain
Paria
Latganne
Ovei
Mogalary
France
Ruhr
Planter Bonar Law
Borden advocates English speaking peoples unite for peace
Sir Robert Laird Borden urged English speaking democracies to lead in cooperation for peace and understanding at a New Haven gathering. He spoke on autonomous dominions within the British empire and warned of border fortification neglect as a historic global risk.
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New Haven
Speace
Robert Laird Borden
Clacder of Commerce
Robert
American ‘Historical Association
Sir Robert
United States
Canagy
Sir Robi
Tvo
Infantile Paralysis Epidemic Warned By Scientist
Dr Edwin E Slosson reports Prof Charles Brues warns of another serious outbreak of infantile paralysis or polio likely next summer. The disease spreads by contact and is worst in warmer weather, with children around age two most at risk, and urban and rural areas affected differently. The discovery notes previous waves in Scandinavia and Europe and suggests animal carriers may contribute to spread.
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Charles T. Brues
Edwin E. Slosson
Science Service
Cambridge
Mass
Charles Z. Brues
Bussey Institution For Research
Fn Applied Biology
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Europe
Agile Fen
New York City
Siliciren
Weather observer warns of cooler temperatures ahead
A weather observer forecasts lower temperatures for the area with a cold spell expected to arrive. The forecast mentions wind chill and potential frost, with advisories for seaside areas and pond flooding risk overnight into the morning. Weather patterns show a significant drop from recent warmth, with overnight lows dipping near freezing in places.
Uncle Joe Cannon Quits Smoking at 86
Washington December 29. The veteran Representative from Illinois 86 years old known for a century of public service surprised Washington by announcing that he has quit smoking He said he just up and stopped and did not make a New Year’s resolution The report notes the tobacco era within the capital and Cannon’s long political career.
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Waslitington
Washington
Wulvtead
Cannon
Borah Withholds Proposal As Watson Reports Action Pending
Senator Borah withdrew his amendment to the naval appropriations bill after Senator Watson said administration feelers were under way to gauge interest in a possible conference on European economic conditions. Watson stated the president had explored options and Borah asked if talks could lead to a conference. Watson denied fixed authority and said he spoke only for himself.
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Washington
Associated’ Press
Borah Ifiat
Harding
Senate
Idaho
Watson
Indizon
Europe
Doran
Tdahs
Wwetson
Andiana
Tutruc
Sinatoy Borah
Borah
United States
Novedy
Tani
Enjoiner Granted On Havens Funds Modified
Modification of the preliminary injunction against City National Bank to stop transferring certificates of shares held by James H. Havens and the missing broker was granted. The bank may dispose of the stocks to satisfy the debt while awaiting judgment on ownership, with the court to decide at the January Superior Court session. Dr McLaughlin claimed the 35 American Chain stock certificates were pledged to secure a loan and sought excess debt recovery.
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Christopher J. Avery
City National Bank
James H. Havens
Bankrup
W. J. McLaughtin
John
Mavens
New York
Tosterd
Superior Cent
Proposal for government appointed reparations commission
Washington December 25. The Associated Press reports that a commission of American financiers could be appointed to advise on reparations. White House circles say such an advisory body would require approval by all governments to be effective and avoid drastic action. Preliminary talks between Washington and the Allied governments may shape the plan of operations.
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Washington
Associated Press
Hughes
New Heaven
White House
Germany
Hughes Suggests Independent Commission For European Debt
Secretary Hughes urged in New Haven that an independent commission of capable financial men could better advance European settlement than a general international conference. He argued the United States should not bear reparations burdens and stressed reparations as the core issue. He warned against tying global economic fixes to political directives and said Americans would serve on such a commission without foreign obligations, hoping to expand U.S. helpfulness.
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New Haven
Associated Press
Hughes
Washington
ENS
American Historical Association
United States
Ars
Het
Hopes Rooted in Dos Cob Fading in San Diego Jail
Greenwich reports a tale of William Schulman once tied to the Cos Cab Coal Co who posed as president of the Del Coronado hotel in San Diego. A forged $100 bill and a $15,000 check misled officials, with $1,100 in checks uncovered. San Diego authorities seek answers and a bank probes the altered funds trail.
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San Diego
William Schulman
Gilded
del Coronado
Greenwich
Debair
Cos-Cab Coal Co
California
Coa Cab Coal
rCo
Ffete Hostelry
del Coronad
Cos Cod
Chemical National Bank of News
York
Irish Rebels Executed in Dubin Amid War Crimes
Two Irish rebels were executed today in Dublin amid state crackdown. Official report lists two men identified by authorities as opponents of the Free State, with details garbled in the transmission.
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Dubin
Associal Press
Kenny
Eli
William Lemp Dies By Own Hand in St Louis Brewery
William Lemp, 64, president of the Lemp Brewing Co in St Louis, shot himself twice through the heart on brewery grounds. His death marks the third in the Lemp family from suicide, following his father and mother. The company once valued at about 10 million occupied a 14 acre site and was auctioned off after prohibition discussions.
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SY Mulls
Ansaortedd Press
William Fy Temp
Vitam Ff
Lemp Brewing Ga
Lemp
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