Brandegee Heads Probe of Hangings in War Justice
A Senate committee advances a probe into war time hangings and sentences in France. Major John H. Lechter and others present records showing 12 life sentences, 66 lifers modified, 7 set aside, 18 desertion trials with 18% convictions, and 3 executions among American forces.
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France
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Joy Lenmot
Tson Tint
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Idaho
Washington
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Nashville
Tenn
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Tudse
Lechter
Woman expected to fill vacancy on school board
The board considers a new member after the death of Dr. George W. Osborn. Mrs Mars Ei Cutting is the leading candidate with the current trend toward including women on the council. Possible candidates named include Mrs William T Hincks and Mrs Ghames Canfield for the unexpired term.
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William T. Hincks
Ghames Canfield
Osborn
Flour Falls Under Seven Dollars in Minneapolis Market
In Minneapolis the price of flour dropped below seven dollars a barrel for the first time in over five years. Market declines followed a break yesterday as prices slid to about 7. to 86.20 per barrel with quotations near 36.9 percent and 96 pound rack figures.
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Minneapolis
Minny
Japanese Premier Assassinated By Demented Youth
News of the assassination shocks Washington as dispatches report Premier Hara of Japan fatally stabbed at Fakio station. The youthful assailant, described as demented, was captured. Viscount Uchida acts as premier pending a replacement, likely Korekiro Takahashi for the Seiryu Kai party. Diplomatic fallout centers on arms talks and the Tokyo delegation.
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Washington
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Associated Press
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Universal Service
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Foreign Office
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Commissioner Anderson Reveals Burns Raids Details
Police Commissioner Frank D. Anderson challenged Mayor Wilson’s account of the Burns vice raids at a Democratic rally in St. John’s Hall. He named additional officers allegedly involved alongside Redgate and recounted his own call to attend the mayor and board meeting.
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John H. Redgate
Bridgeport
Stanley
Assailant in Custody After Hartford Shooting of Porter
Lewis Magis, a mentally distressed man from 228 Prostvink Avenue, shot janitor William Anderson in a Hartford building, then fled across roofs to a derelict Fairfield barn. Police found Magis hiding yesterday. he confessed. Magis claimed fear of a plot against him led to the attack. He stole a revolver from Senator Alexander L. Delane’s desk, fled, then hid in woods and an old barn. Both revolvers were recovered.
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William Anderson
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Wairfort Woods
Victim of Broken Neck Recovers in Lake Michigan
PHICAGG Nov 4 John ODonnell survived a broken neck after diving into Lake Michigan three months ago. Doctors say he will fully recover, rare after such injuries. He wears a harness during healing as vertebrae mend, and may discard it soon.
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Lake Michigan
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O'Donnell
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Musk
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Graf
Final vote on tax revision bill fails in Senate
WASHINGTON Nov. 4 The Senate rejected the Smoot amendment to the tax revision bill. Democratic opposition was solid, with 46 voting against the business sales tax and 43 or 65 votes shifting from last night. Republican leaders hoped to revive the plan later to fund a proposed five way plan for adjusted compensation for veterans.
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Johnson
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McAuliffe to be tried in U S District Court Hartford
Thomas F McAuliffe, ex federal prohibition enforcement officer for Connecticut, will be tried in U S District Court on bribe charges. Judge Edwin Thomas ordered the action while releasing McAuliffe on bond after a habeas corpus writ sought to move the case to state courts. Federal prosecutors previously discharged him from custody as they were not ready with evidence. Edward J Smith to defend. McAuliffe was arrested in New Britain as part of a warder and bootlegging probe and released on $14,000 bond.
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Alcorn
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Connecticut
United States District Court
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Hugh M. Altarn
Hartford Coun
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Judie Thomas
Jknderstoad
United States (Commission
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New Britain
State wide raids on near beer saloons planned by McKenzie
Washington dispatch reports McKenzie, Connecticut prohibition chief, seeking four extra enforcement agents to raid near beer saloons statewide. He claims many outlets are selling hard liquor on the sly and intends to tighten enforcement with bureau cooperation and border issues with Ontario and Michigan. He stresses stricter distribution and sale rules while noting permits for medicinal beer were approved with tight conditions.
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Michigan
George H. Manning
Washington
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Prohibition Encorcement
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Maryland Faces Yale in Bowl Showdown With Brooke Brewer
Maryland brings star punter Brooke Brewer to New Haven for a Bowl clash against Yale. Brewers kicks have reached over 65 yards as Tad Tones plans to limit varsity play. Yale fields a backfield unchanged except O Hearn moves to quarterback while Beckett Jr. is injured.
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Woman charged with operating moonshine still
Louise Bochio of 597 Broad Street was arrested by Bureau of Investigation officers for running a homemade moonshine still in her basement and possessing liquor with intent to sell. Police found a rough still in the Broad Street building and two 50 gallon barrels labeled liquor, plus bottles of creme de menthe. Authorities claimed complaints alleged whiskey sales from her apartments. her husband worked as a barber on Main Street.
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Louise Bochio
Broad Street
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Lloyd George to Leave for Washington in Two Weeks
London Nov 4 Associated Press says two weeks from now is the soonest possible date for Prime Minister Lloyd George to attend the Armaments conference in Washington. Passages are nearly booked and preparations advanced, though current obstacles may delay the journey.
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Lloyd George
London
Associated Press
Washington
Oreburg
Red fire ready as town eyes Tuesday ballots
Town Chairman J. Alex. H. Robinson said Weye bought the red fire and has options on six brass bands for the next Tuesday night campaign rally. James Whelan, Democrat Town Committee secretary, echoed the sentiment amid CGO P preparations and upcoming election activity.
New York Milk Strike Escalates With Widespread Violence
On Nov 4 the New York milk strike intensified as mobs attacked wagons and drivers. In Brooklyn gangs fired pistols at passing carts, prompting police and reserve squads to intervene. No injuries reported yet, but bricks and bottles damaged storefronts and milk deliveries to small shops.
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King Admits Blunders by Mayor in G O P Rally
John T. King spoke to about 500 people at St George's Hall in Zion A AI on the G O P ticket. He defended Mayor Taemuayat's administration, noting faults but praising high efficiency. Alderman John Randy and others spoke before and after. The mayor arrived near eleven for a six rally itinerary through multiple streets.
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St. George's Hall
Watford Avenue
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Radia Hall
Bostwick Avenue
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J Michelson
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Miss Lester
Senator Dillon
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Ulster Premier to Meet Lloyd George in London
Negotiations for an Irish settlement hinge on talks in London between Ulster premier Sir James Craig, Lloyd George, and Sir Edward Carson. Ulster cabinet met in Belfast before Craig's London departure. Irish representatives and Sinn Feiners reportedly nearing accord, with obstacles seen as the path toward lasting settlement.
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Edward Carson
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