Trial of White Sox players in 1929 World Series fixing case begins
Chicago readers learn the June 24 report that trial of 18 indicted men in the 1929 World Series fixing case will start. Eight White Sox players Gatl in Risber Weaver McMullin Cicotte Williams Jackson Felsch are expected to appear unconvicted. Extradition battles involve Hal Chase Abe Attell Ben Levi David Zalsy. Leaders Carl Zork Ben Franklin face affidavits. one defendant likely to turn state evidence. defense argues no deliberate misplays occurred.
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Historic Georgetown Leesburg Pike to be rebuilt
Washington D C June 26 The historic Georgetown Leesburg pike once a Washington and Virginia pride will be rebuilt Two miles of first class macadam have already been laid The road dates back to revolutionary and Civil War times and links to Great Falls Park with Washington era ruins and locks In Manchester New Hampshire Harry T Lord named to observe the 2th anniversary of settlement under a joint resolution
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German burglar tries to imitate Houdini in trunk caper
In Berlin on June 26 Max and Paul Arndt attempted a burglary using a locked trunk stunt inspired by Houdini. The plan failed when air ran out, the trunk opened, and Max fainted. Officials charged the brothers, and a judge sentenced them to two years in prison.
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Bungalow Prices Drop as Costs Rise Says Real Estate Chief
Chicago June 26 Building costs for small homes fell about two percent over the past year, says Barton O Toole head of the Chicago Real Estate Board and leader of Own Your Home movement. He notes costs still about fifty percent higher than four years ago and foresees an easing of material shortages with brighter building prospects.
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End of Britain's industrial low mood nears, analysts say
London June 236 solid grounds for belief Britain's industrial low mood is ending as a coal strike nears settlement within a week. Miners concede defeat, labor bosses drop the wartime pool demand, and a conference with owners is set. Cheaper coal and raw materials may cut expenses and spur export revival, while capitalists foresee wage-cut enforcement. Bank rate cut to six percent boosts gilt-edge securities. oil market speculation and Dutch Sperationa moves add to sector volatility.
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Police Board to Dispose of Burns Bill This Week
The police board will likely finalize action on the Burns Detective Agency matter this week. An authorized pruned raid budget of 2128.01 was set aside by the Board of Apportionment, with Burns seeking 15199.89 before reductions. The board curtailed the salary claim for Pred Bozeman, raid leader jailed for three months on assault charges.
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Fighting to brighten life in London's social clubs
London society debates club life as Colonel Manning leads a reform push. He cites unfamiliar greetings, while critics note clubs are meant as sanctuaries from social pressure. The younger generation seeks freedom and sociability, risking older clubs' memberships.
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Trophies From Lime Pits Near Los Angeles
Scientists excavating lime pits near Los Angeles uncover inter specimens including bones of whales and sharks as well as giant reptiles. A horse's toe measures six inches, among discoveries valued for science.
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City funds and detective agency claim in vice raids dispute
City officials discuss how to cover legal and investigative costs from vice raids. City Attorney says the detective agency has a valid city claim, the mayor could authorize calling in vice raiders, and a recent act resolved prior appropriation issues. The Burne offer could draw from the contingent fund. agency has already received 29,595.58 dollars for services in the raids.
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New Jersey Senator Warns of Coal Famine and Legislation
Senator Frelinghuysen claims a national coal shortage looms if federal bills to regulate price, production, and movement fail. He says industry groups formed a unified front to defeat reform and warns the tragedy could recur next year. The bills would set rate rules and government oversight on coal.
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University of California receives vast Spanish library gift
From Madrid via the Sea of Spain to the University of California comes a donation by Jian C. Cebrian of over one thousand Spanish volumes printed between 1540 and 1928. He plans more books this spring to create a premier Spanish collection in America, including rare 16th and 17th century works, bibliographies, and art titles.
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