Federal probes of alcohol plot seek evidence
In Hartford on February 1 AP reports seven men and two corporations are under scrutiny in a conspiracy to divert one million dollars of industrial alcohol for beverage use. Authorities probe political influence, with a Connecticut politician under focus as others deny knowledge of any political help. Six defendants pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to violate the Prohibition Act amid ongoing court proceedings.
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Aartford
Herman J. Goldman
Brooklyn
Supreme 35
Thomas J. Spellacy
J. Midgar Pike
Charles W Stevens
Salvents Recove Wompany
Danbury
Edwin & Thor
Spear
Danaher
Spellacy
Spelplen
Uxanaher
Thomas
Edgewater Mayor Gets Prison Penalty Reported
A New York official, unnamed in the fragment, received the maximum two-year term as the mayoral figure faces sentencing. The article notes a prominent figure connected to Edgewater, with limited readable details due to damaged text.
TILDEN 10 TURN PRO THIS YEAR RICHARDS CLAIMS
The article reports Vincent Richards predicting that Tilden may turn professional in tennis this year despite amateur status. He cites a 1927 car crash controversy and notes Tilden's recent eight years away from the game, with mixed reactions from US Lawn Tennis Association figures and inquiries about a possible pro venture in California.
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Tilden
Richards
BN Yilden
Lip Plese
Tony
Vincent Richards
Sin Potey
Tivening
C. C. Prie
Sas Beer
United States
Sapien
T. A
Damiegue
Ren
Helcombe York
Te. Sarinne
Dan Prane
California
Ruth Is Holdout Seeks Salary Increase
Ruth Is Holdout seeks raise from the New York Yankees after failing to sign a new contract. The player has returned no agreement and may quit baseball unless salary terms are agreed. Details of the dispute appear on page 11.
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Se Herman
Cutter
New York Yankees
Yari’n Asteta
Bankers | Trust Sip
Prne
New York
Paris
Xorbizis
Pole
Bennett
Pena
Buckner Retraces Route of Bonds and Daugherty Trial
Surprising witness takes stand alleging connections between Harding era figures and a 1922 rush of events. Reports describe extensive hotel suite observations, names of Roosevelt Taft Wilson era figures, and a federal probe into bonds and gas purchases linked to Daugherty and Miller.
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Buckner
Daugherty Bank
Arthur
Pias Tara
Harry M. Divasty
Warduin Pink Hotel
Washington
Jesse WW. Smith
Biggie
Brank
Urent
Butler
Roosevelt
Taft
Wiltor
Qiarding
Daugherty
Ohn T. Wins
Uran
Nutter
Allan- Vrent
Vole
Guy Gert
Brent
Uneter
Nate
Richard Merton
Gersson
American Metal Company
Laugherty
Miller
United States
Merton
American Mead Company
Rist
H. Street
Knox
Chilean General Seizes Power Amid Bolstering Doubts
A Chilean general asserts control, claiming to curb Bolshevik influence while assembling a wartime cabinet. Reports indicate rising tensions as the move prompts international concern and domestic uncertainty about the balance of power.
Legislatras approve vue hopdine for sSriggeport
A long page one summary notes committee action on vue hopdine for sSriggeport, a $24,000 construction project expected to last. It mentions various page references, local items, and statewide political notes, including election talk and policy debates, with scattered names and places.
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Legislatura Committee
Butler Urges Republicans Repeal Plank Then Temperance
Dr Nicholas Murray Butler president of Columbia University called for the Republicans to pledge repeal of both the Eighteenth amendment and the Volstead act. He sided with Senator Borah of Idaho challenging the party to take a stand on prohibition before the 1988 election. He said the party must enforce the Eighteenth amendment and constitutional provisions without undermining civil liberties while promoting true temperance.
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New York
Nicholas Murray Butler
Columbia University
Republian
Itaels
Senate Rorab
Idaho
Tran
Bera
Butler
Nepublican Party
Aiwarsa
Dr. Butler
Congress
Columbia
Coolidge
Three N. Y. District Seethes Over Raid Backing Coolidge Drive
New York February reports say authorities plan a secrecy blitz to force theatre managers and producers to answer charges after warrants were served. Police target three plays in the Treadway district, with star Helen Ha and Dorothy Ha appearing to face court.
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New York
Treadway
Stena von
Clie
McAdoo
Rutmore
Helen
Dorothy Ha
Newspapers Urge Curb on Tabloid Content in New York
In New York city editors and publishers gathered at the Hotel Astor ahead of the Metropolitan newspapers banquet to press for regulation of sensational tabloid material. Herbert Bayard Swope called for legislative action to curb indecent “wave” coverage while praising press freedom but warning against excess. James Barrett read the speech. A broader public push for reform and an “Fresh Air” campaign was noted, with debate over acts similar to Britain’s recent press controls.
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New York
Cfstain
Gouls Wiley
Federal hospital doctors accused in liquor prescription probe
Prohibition agents investigate reports that nineteen doctors at a Veterans Bureau hospital in Maywood sold liquor prescription blanks for eight dollars each. Superintendent Colonel Francis denies hospital links to the inquiry while agents widen checks on prescription fraud by city physicians.
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Veterans’ Bureau
Prohibition
United States Veterans Bureau Hospital
Maywool
Catenel Th. W. Prancis
B. C. Yellowly
Dcugalata
Thia
Francis
Prohibition Department
Inaga Vy
Hartford Bond Issue Hearings Move to House Floor
Hartford hearings on city bond proposals end with near passage of a $440 609 construction bond. Representative Finklestone raises concern over bid advertising rules and spending schedules for a five year program. City officials seek to avoid general tax funding by securing state apportionment to cover short term obligations.
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Uby Telegram
Hartford
George N. Finklestone
Chamber of Commerce
Bridgeport
Finklestone
Marely
Avoi
DeLaney
Delaner
Y Mayor
Albert EL. Lavery
Palrfield
House
Frederick GC. Walcoth
Washington
Ixistini
Arneeport
Yellow Mill Bridge
SRGOG
Remington Rand Merger Vote By Directors Approved
Remington Rand seeks a holding company to consolidate Remington Typewriter with Rand Hardex and other firms including Dalton Adding, Baker Vawter Looseleaf Ledger of Benton Harbor Michigan. Exchange ratios set for preferred and common stock. Benjamin J Weinehell presides as merger approved unanimously.
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York
Remington Rand
Remington
Bbe
Dalton
MarchimMpany
Cincinnati
Baker Vawter Looseleaf Ledger Company
Benton Harbor
Michigan
Remington Typewriter Company
Rand Hardex
Rand Bardex
Remington First Preferred
Arcond
Benjamtin J. Weinehell
World Court Discarded and Senate Concessions Declined
The United States appears to have withdrawn from pursuing World Court membership as Senate reservations and reservations on protocol were debated. Officials cautioned that no further action would be taken, and leaders noted strong opposition to changes in the Geneva framework.
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U.S
Senate
Wiashington
United States
Ameppa
Britain
Washington
United States Senate
Iwell
Coolidge
Tram Farida
Horah
Aaa
State Department
Cleary
Migen Pehie
John Tull
America
Watson
In Jana
Lleaxe
South Carolina
Benroot
Wisconsin
Court
Thair
Felowers
Channe Ate
Ifrom
Great Britain
League of Nations
Agh Candrawal
Rebels Battle in Portugal Leaves 200 Dead
London reports Portugal's revolt intensifying in Porto as rebel action ambushes and bombings kill about 200. The Grand Hotel room housing the American consul is destroyed after a bomb exploded shortly after the consul departed. Notables killed include Lopez Tiexeira, Alvaro Castro, General Noretoin Ye Mattos, General Jamie De Martis, and General Sousa Diaz. key buildings in Porto suffer major damage.
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ALY UW
Kiedis
Opporto
Vigo
Grand Hotel
Lopez Tiexeira
Diarig de Oporte
Alvaro Castro
Republian
Nor
Remington Arms Adopts Five Day Week Plan
The Remington Arms plant announces a five and a half day work week including Saturday mornings for the current week. About 2,090 employees are affected. If the plant hits ten percent return, the new schedule may be boosted later in the year.
Navy Won't Enter 1927 Schneider Cup Races
Secretary Wilbur announced lack of funds will keep the Navy from entering the 1927 Schneider Cup, stating the withdrawal is limited to this year amid economy measures. He noted private aviation Inter group had proposed participation and recalled past Navy entries and the event's desire to continue as an international sporting competition.
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Navy
Wilbur
Washington
Tay AM
Navy Department
Kleipalan W
Adminiiatralian
United States
Simon
Iprivate Aviation Inter
Buit
Italy
Major de
Hernardi
Norfolk
Venia
Masdn
Withur
Oitain
Dietary Wilbur
Serviee
Aviathan
Navy Yard Fire At Brooklyn Causes Major Damage
A large blaze struck the New York Navy Yard in Brooklyn tonight, destroying forge and equipment. Firefighters from the city and harbor boats battled the flames after an initial alarm, with two wings and surrounding sheets of metal damaged. No injuries were reported, and authorities continue to assess the loss at the facility on the peninsula jutting into the East River.
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York
York Navy Yard
Hrooklyn
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