Secret talks plan attack on Russia through China
Paris reports that France England and Japan are negotiating to strike Russia via China with money and munitions amid anti Soviet agitation in Asia. The informant says western governments fear a broader race war if Russia succeeds in inciting Asia, with Britain and France allegedly agreeing to aid Japan in China without US input.
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France
England
Japan
Russia
China
Universal Service Today
Quai D’ Orsay
Abd el Kaim
Moscow
Morocco
Tunisia
Cairo
Inda
Abd el Krim
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United States
America
Will Withhold Alcohol Permits In Connecticut
Hartford July 6 AP Orders to hold up all applications for basic permits to use alcohol in Connecticut until a federal prohibition enforcement administrator for the second district has been designated have been received by Frank T Putney federal prohibition director for this state It is the frustration that Mr Putney has officially of the proposed reorganization of federal prohibition enforcement activities by which It is intended to combine Connecticut and the eastern and southern district of New York into the second district As a result of it application for Davie permits of which allegedly more than 200 are expected from physicians druggists manufacturers of the articles or not forth and drink alcohols all over the state are being kept in the Hartford office The applications are for permits to handle alcohol during the excise period 6 26 and must be supplemented by other permits where required The duty of the federal director for the state is to forward to his office in Washington a notation with each application whether or not we recommend that the application be granted Putney said today replying to astar patch printed from Washington that said None of the directors with the probable role exception of Sheldon has demonstrated large ability None of the others has attained himself a fiery ideallett zeml of execution
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Frank T Putney
Putney
New York
Davie
Alighiy
Physicians
Spert
Washington
Connertie
Massacha
Sheldon
Objects Stolen From St Peters Found With Arrests
Rome July 6 AP one of the principal organizers of the robbery of the treasury of St Peters Friday night has been arrested and the precious objects stolen have been recovered Three accomplices have also been seized by the police Police Commissioner Marotta posing as a receiver of stolen goods contacted a former shoemaker Mariano Stella one of the men who plotted the robbery and who is believed to have concealed the stolen objects Stella was placed under arrest Numerous other arrests have been made including all workmen engaged in repairs to the interior of the palace where the treasury is located
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St. Peters
Marotta
Mariano Stella
Abbery
Stella
Norwalk Fire Destroys Mercantile Block. 300000 Loss
A four story Mercantile Block on South Main Street in Norwalk burned at 4 a.m. causing about 300000 dollars in damage. The origin is undetermined with arson possible, the City hotel within the block was saved. Milkman spotted smoke early, firemen and residents escaped injuries as heavy losses fell on Samuel Alexander's furniture store and the building owned by John J Keogh and Robert Joseloff. Firefighters George Gainor and Frank Conner were briefly injured by flying glass.
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South Main Street
Pehre
City Hotel
George Bogardug
O'Clork
Arthur Tyral
City
John Reddy
Connectic
Bosardus
Samuel Alexander
Furnigare
John J Keogh
Robert Joselofft
George Gainor
Frank Conner
Mysterious Fire Damages House On Hubbard Street
A fire of unknown origin gutted the upper story of a house at Hubbard Street. The owner Watson Hubbard and Pieroni reported the fire and neighbors alerted crews from Box 10, No 2, No 8, Trick No 3, and nearby units. Firefighters entered upstairs and fought the blaze, causing extensive upper-floor damage. insurance covered the structure though the total loss was not yet estimated.
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Hubbard Pembroke
Pieroni Rt
Hubbard
Boxtid
Hubbard Sati
First European Ship Arrives at Detroit
The steamer Anders arrived at the Detroit River from Antwerp Belgium with a cargo of steel rails for Ford Motor Company. It marks the first European ship to reach Detroit, part of an August monthly steamship service between Antwerp and Detroit, owned by Frank Lane of New York.
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Detroit River
Antwerp
Stratford Town Manager R H Hunter resigns after stormy tenure
Stratford CT special. town manager R H Hunter resigns effective September 1 after a turbulent term marked by recalls and political strife. The council moved to table action for the next meeting as controversy swirls around a dated resignation and ongoing governance disputes.
Scopes Denied Temporary Restraining Order in Evolution Case
COOKEVILLE Tenn July 6 AP John T Scopes must stand trial by jury in Dayton Tenn Friday for violating the Tennessee law banning evolution in public schools Federal Judge Gore denied a restraining order to halt the criminal case He did not discuss constitutionality but ruled he had no jurisdiction The decision set the stage for an imminent trial and possible appeal plans by Scopes counsel to seek a federal order from Judge Hicks in Detroit
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John T. Scopes
Dayton
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Scopes
John R. Meal
Hicks
Detroit
United States
Federal District of Tennessee
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Rhea County
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Austin Peay
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Frank Thompson
A T Stewart
18Th Judicial Circuit
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Dany
Prekwick Club
Boston
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Foreign Affairs
City and state officials face probe over corrupt practices acts
The council asks State’s Attorney Alcorn to investigate alleged evidence that Senator Challenger and Executive Secretary Kelly violated corrupt practices acts. Salaries for office holders under “ripper” Dill are reduced as the mayor says he will monitor the Board of Contract. Other city items include salaries for tax officials, education board funding shortfalls, and a large turnout at summer school openings.
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Page
Education Board
Education Board Delays High School Equipment Contract
The Warren Harding High School equipment contract faces $1,899,850 in bids while only $14,713 remains from authorized bonds. The Board of Education will review all expenditures Thursday at 1090 o clock to stay within funds, with bids from theastern Engineering and Construction Company and others under consideration for gym bleachers cupboards cabinets and related items.
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Artion
Congress
Common Council
Trank Miller Timber Company
City Lumber Company
Labor Heads Consider General Strike in Wilimantic Mills
Plans for a possible general strike across all mills owned by the American Thread Co were discussed in Wilimantic during conferences attended by International Textile Workers officials led by Thomas F McMahon. The action would support Wilimantic workers on strike for seventeen weeks against 119 percent demands, with McMahon seeking AF of L action at their July 210 meeting. Wallim Green of SAF will speak at tomorrow night’s mass meeting.
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Wee
Supreme Oficers
International Teadle Workers of Americ
Thomas F McMahon
Wilimintie
American Thread Company
Violent Italian earthquake recorded at Faenza observatory
A very violent earthquake was recorded today at the Raphael Bendandi observatory in Faenza Italy. The estimated epicenter centered near the region and details describe a strong seismic event with notable intensity.
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Italy
Faenza
Raphael Bendandi
New Heat Wave Claims Two Lives In City
New York July 6 AP Two deaths and several prostrations were reported in a new heat wave that threatened to surpass July high records. Zephyrs from the sea came late in the afternoon but humidity caused widespread suffering in congested districts. The heat affected the lower harbor as the Honduras steamer Ciclo tera raised anchor and sailed at dusk to save cargo. eleven passengers were taken to the city by tug.
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New York
Iit
Elm City May Buy Land for Airport and Golf Course
Mayor Fitzgerald urges the Board of Aldermen to acquire 170 acres at Mall Haven Heights for an airport and possible municipal golf course. The plan includes a $100,000 bond issue to purchase and develop the property, referred to the date.
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Uast Haven
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Board of Aldermen
Probe Into Pickwick Club Collapse Reaches 43 Dead
Boston July 6 AP the Suffolk County grand jury probes the Pickwick club building collapse after a crowd of over 100 revelers. final dead tally stands at 43 with 41 identified. 18 injured, five released. authorities from state and city pursue investigation. witnesses include Tim Barry and Dan Barry. former president of Pickwick Club testifies about leasing only the second floor.
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Suffolk County Grand Jury
Pickwick Club
Thomas O’brien
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J Ro Benton
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Department of Pub Nc Safety
Join Ma‘honey
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Mayors Office
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Tim
Dan' Barry
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France removes army commander in Moroccan War
General Stanislas Naulin, commander of the Chirtieth Army Corps on the Rhine, is removed from Moroccan operations and will be replaced by a 55 year old officer trained in European and colonial warfare. The change aims to free Marshal Trautey for heavy administrative duties as French forces regroup for strategic actions.
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Chirtieth
Rhine
Morocco
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Mirotco
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Trautey
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Yen
Morsee
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Syria
Ceresal Naulin
Mirshal Tywutey
War Ministry
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Wlarm
Noulin
Rheims
Aba
Amerina
Garrity Sets Pay for Ripper Tax Officers by Council Action
City Auditor Garrity announced he will follow the Common Council action fixing salaries of the new "ripper" tax officers, with first pay on July 16. He said he would seek a legal ruling if questions arise on whether to observe council-set salaries or the state ripper tax law, and plans to engage counsel to safeguard Drew and other retained staff.
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Common Council
Garrity
A L Delaney
Benedict M Holden
Hartford
Holden
John A Cornell
Taa
Edward A Drew
Ropper
Drew
Board of Apportionment and Taxation
Howard S Challenger
Kennedy denies rehearing in Teapot Dome lease suit
Federal Judge T Blake Kennedy refuses government motion for a rehearing of the Teapot Dome lease annulment suit in Cheyenne Wyoming. He also signs a decree dismissing the lease annulment against Mammoth Oil, continuing the receiver until further orders, with appeal to the Fourth Circuit. The government has 45 days to file its appeal.
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Cheyonne
Wyo
T Blake Kennedy
Atlee Pomerene
Owen J Roberts
Teapot Dome
Kennedy Aso
Mammoth Oil Company
Kennedy
Five Aldermen Oppose Ripper Law Proceedings Urged
Five aldermen opposed the action while urging state and local officials to investigate alleged corrupt practice ties in Bridgeport. The council decreased salaries for officials tied to the so called ripper law and rejected moves to appoint the Board of Contract and Supply. Aldermen voted 16 to 5 against the resolutions introduced by Fred W. Harrison, highlighting clashes over Howard Schallenger's tax collector appointment and related political maneuvering.
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Board of Contract
William Arc
Henry Koehler
Wilbert Sanford Au Ust Sehl
Chale Lenser
Jobe Lyons
To & Arc
Koehler
Lyons
Wae
Sivan
Harrison
Fred W. Harrison
Council
Howard Schallenger
Edward A Drew
Howard
Senate
General Assembly
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Befars
Eiter
Gena Eril Assembly
Bridgeport
Santa Barbara Hears Repeat Earth Tremors Across Day
Santa Barbara experienced a new round of earth tremors with four to five distinct quivers from 11 am to 2 pm. The strongest jolt around 145 p.m. prompted residents to pause in buildings as minor shaking continued with quick, sharp shocks.
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Santa Barbara
Stratford Council Stands by Lease for Short Beach
Stratford town council votes to authorize town manager and committee to lease 400 feet of Short Beach to the Y M C A for 99 years, amid contention over a referendum petition and a substitute resolution. Chair Van Simmis rules on order as council may hold vote at next town election on October 6.
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de la Cour
Jude
Bae
Luton
R. HL
Yetilon
Chaire van Simmis
Short Beach
Heermann
Straty
Hunter
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