Actor and Cameraman Held for Clues in Taylor Murder
Police detain a motion picture actor and a cameraman at Los Angeles jail for questioning about clues in the murder of film director William Desmond Taylor. The men were located at a motion picture studio in Hollywood and questioned separately for two hours before returning to Hollywood with the actor awaiting his statement.
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Hollywood murder mystery deepens as husband aids probe
Police pursue new clues in the killing of AVillam J. Taylor, a Hollywood actor and soldier of fortune. Reports say the divorced husband of actress Fuld may help solve the case after a tumultuous marriage marked by threats and public quarrels. A search continues for the missing man once linked to the drama surrounding Taylor and his circle.
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Taylor left New York under burden of debt
Santa Barbara February article outlines that William Deamond Taylor vanished from New York in 1908 and reappeared in California in 1912 joining a motion picture firm in Los Angeles. Data from city engineer George Morrison notes Taylor previously worked as an American keeper for Yukon Gold Company in Yukon territory and used the name Iltam Morrison Taylor, seeking refuge from debts contracted as an art dealer in Chicago under Mrs. Potter Palmer.
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Slain Director Was Hotel Clerk for Time
William Desmond Taylor, the slain Los Angeles motion picture director, once served as a hotel night clerk for three months in 1910. J A Segerbergs, a proprietor, said Taylor answered a Denver advertisement and traveled by Segerbergs’ arrangements, claiming he had just returned from Alaska and was down on his luck before moving to California.
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Three Children Saved From Burning Building In Waterbury
Firefighters and two patrolmen rescued three children from a sixth story Waterbury tenement after a blaze trapped them when their mother was out. Patrolmen John Palmatier and John Donahue and Fireman Jack Budd y aided in the effort as smoke and flames filled the dwelling.
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Sharp rise in US employment in January
Washington Feb 5 Unemployment dropped as 1,422 large concerns reported 4 2 percent more workers on payroll in January than in December. Gains occurred across most industries except steel textiles and railroads with notable boosts in Detroit and San Francisco. Denver showed a large decline while New York slight rise and overall tone talks of improving prospects and signs of prosperity.
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New York Movie Theatre Destroyed After Explosion
An explosion and ensuing fire at the Berle motion picture theatre on West Lord Street sent crowds fleeing. Firefighters tamed the blaze that gutted the auditorium and damaged seats and umbrellas, with several patrons injured in the exit crush. the cause was under investigation.
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Epidemic of Smallpox Spreads in San Jose Costa Rica
Smallpox has become epidemic across many districts in San Jose. A commission of specialists and Red Cross workers was left to take measures to fight the disease.
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Constabulary Kill Tribe Member in Mindanao Action
Manila January 31 two members of the page tribe of Manobos in Agusan province island of Mindanao were killed by constabulary forces according to a despatch to Governor General Wood. The report notes the attack occurred during a tribal clash though details remain unclear.
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General De Wet Dies A Noted Boer Leader
General Christian De Wet, famed Boer commander of the 1899 war, died at his home in Dewetsfontein. Born October 7, 1854, he led Boer forces in both Anglo Boer wars and later held political roles in the Orange River colony. He participated in peace negotiations and the 1914 rebellion, eventually facing imprisonment but remaining a central figure in South African history.
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Victory notes accepted for U S tax payments
Secretary Meidon Sas announced instructions to Internal Revenue collections to accept Victory notes in payment of income and profits taxes due March 1. Notes of either 4 or 8 4 percent will be taken in registered form, while registered military notes will not be accepted.
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18 Year Old Boy Victim Of Shark Attack Near Sydney
An 18 year old boy was attacked by a shark at a resort area near Sydney, Australia. Rescue efforts by an armed forces veteran Jack Chaners saved another boy, Svenian Prem, but several witnesses reported a fatal outcome. The incident occurred near the coast shortly after a ceremony.
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American prelate expected to conclave at noon
Rome february 5 a p. Sunday passed without the election of a successor to the pontifical throne. Balloting continued in the conclave of Cardinals with no decisive result. Cardinals Gasparri and Merry Del Val led the field, while a deadlock persisted. A compromise candidate was sought as speculation mounted over potential American participation. The crowd around the cathedral grew large as tensions and weathered delays increased. Police and soldiers maintained order to prevent a repeat of yesterday’s confusion. Cardinal O Connell’s arrival was anticipated around four o clock.
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Associated Press
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Man Found Dead In rear Room On Main Street
John Fox aged 59 of Waslington and Lusington streets was found dead yesterday morning at seven in the back room of the Beagle yneh on Main and Matherine Keely street where he had been lodging. The examiner attributed natural causes after letters in his pocket showed New York City addresses. A sister Mrs Gadlea J. Veen formerly of Broad street was notified. The body was taken to the Golden Hut morgue.
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Samuel M. Garlick
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East Hampton Theatre Destroyed by Fire
The Majestic Theatre in East Hampton was destroyed by a blaze causing an estimated loss of 360 009 dollars. The building was owned by Frank H. Roberts of Northampton.
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Burglars Take Cash But Protect Window
Burglars removed plate glass from a window at Oakville Drug Company, carried away cash and supplies valued at 490 dollars. Glass found leaning nearby. store appears undamaged the morning after the break in.
Shantung Settlement Brings China's Thanks
A fragmentary note from Washington describes China's gratitude for the settlement of Shantung at a conference. It states President Halide, amid a Lie Army session, conveyed thanks and emphasized united efforts by American and Chinese delegations to secure peace in the Far East.
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Berlin Strikers Paralyze Light Water and Transit
Berlin faces a municipal strike that halts tramway service water and electricity. Hospitals lack water and power as railroad workers extend actions into Baden. Negotiations stalled after talks began yesterday while factories cut hours or closed down amid the stoppage.
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Pullman Sleeping Car Arrested by Dry Agents
A Pullman sleeping car was seized under the Volstead act as officers found two suitcases of liquor aboard. Three Pullman employees were arrested and later held pending arraignment due to their inability to provide bonds. the Oregon Company posted $20,000 for the car’s release.
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R. R. Maintenance Employees Vote Over Wage Cut Fight
Members of the United Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees across Beaton and Maine lines including New York New Haven and Hartford Boston and Albany railroads voted to reject the rail wage board decision known as No 201. They argued the plan would cut pay for extra hours and oppose a shift to regular rates for maintenance of way work.
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Bridgeport Team to Open Season at Home
The Eastern League schedule shows Bridgeport hosting the season opener with Hartford at Worcester and Albany visiting Waterbury while Pittsfield travels to Springfield. The schedule committee announced the matchups for the week ending April 26 with Bridgeport at home and other city pairings listed.
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Baby killed falling from father’s arms in three stories
A baby died today in Britain after tumbling three stories from her father's arms while he carried her near their home. The man reportedly dropped the child while bending or adjusting the burden as they descended the veranda steps.
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Pacific Pact Conference Wins Worldwide Praise
A Washington conference ends with broad acclaim in London papers. The Observer lauds the outcomes as solid and safe, while The Sunday Times praises American leadership. Editors note Britain’s support helped avert war by agreeing to limit Pacific fortifications.
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President Harding to sign treaties and bid farewell at Washington
The Washington Conference on arms and Far Eastern issues ends with a plenary session for treaty signing and a farewell address by President Harding. He will speak briefly on the conference results and the path forward in international negotiations. Delegates, including from Britain and Japan, prepare to sign core agreements before adjournment sin die.
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Germans Delay Adjourning Socialist Congress in Paris
The International Socialist congress in Paris delayed adjournment due to a German railway strike. Sessions will reconvene on a later date, likely in Frankfurt. Attending representatives included Ayo and other affected nations. Belgian, French, and Dutch diplomats were not present at the opening. One member remained away amid a German ministerial crisis. Reunions considered German reparations and European postwar reconstruction.
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Arrested for Sending Threatening Letter in BedA New York
Gordon Seybold was arrested in Bed a New York area today on charges tied to a threatening note sent to Joan Birmingham assistant treasurer of the Madison County Trust and Deposit Company. The note claimed $100,000 of your life and implied threats, with Seybold saying he acted as a Bo berwoe for a group of desperadoes. He was taken into custody after attempting to pass a gateheld billed with opurious bills from Birmingham.
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Incendiary fire causes light damage to home in Mul War
Officials report a small house fire at 406 Mill Street Mul War causing light damage before quick extinguishment. An unexplained kerosene odor was noted, with no injuries reported and investigators to determine cause.
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Rish Coalition May Split Over Ulster Issue
London February 6 A crisis over the boundary commission clause in the Irish treaty threatens to split the coalition. Premier Craig of Ulster resists any decision by the boundary commission, while Lloyd George faces pressure in the house as ministers seek to postpone the section. The king's speech may need to be recanted amid frenzied last minute maneuvers.
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Gas fumes kill four in New York city tragedy
Four people die from gas fumes as investigators find open stove jets and closed windows. Victims include Miss Mary Howard and Miss Elizabeth Howard, aged 45 and 48, found in Brooklyn apartments along with Albert Berg, 65, in his Broome Street home. John Brown dies after exposure in a bathroom. police blame gas heater malfunction.
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Republican Opposition to Treaty Ratification in Senate
Washington February 5. President Harding will open a push for ratification of the army conference treaties. He will address the conference, urge approval, and seek early ratification paths. Senate Republicans and Democrats debate votes, with Borah Latollette Johnson and others opposed, risking a tight fight.
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Former Supreme Court Justice Scott Dies in New York
Former New York Supreme Court Justice Franchis M. Scott died at his Park Avenue home after a weeklong illness from pneumonia. A longtime public figure, he served on the Appellate Division since 1897, opposed Tweed Ring influence, and held roles including city corporation counsel and diplomat James W. Gerard’s associate. He was a New York City native and a NYU and Columbia Law School graduate.
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President Benicola May Be Named Italian Premier
In Rome a king may select a new premier as Senator Tittent faces pressure after a rejected bid. Former Prime Minister Grotitt is named to form a cabinet with Deniools reportedly reluctant to take the post. A resolution on the cabinet is hoped to be reached tomorrow.
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Japan to De grease Army in Diet debate
In a Feb 4 report from Washington a fragmentary note says Japan’s government parties debate disarmament and land reform under a translator's or stenographer's misread. The item hints at constitutional debates and policy shifts affecting the armed forces.
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