Germanys Geneva entry sparks cautious hope for postwar resolve
Delegates from Germany arrive for Geneva talks as nations weigh the League of Nations role in German disarmament and territorial issues. Latin American envoy Urriutia urges cooperation while Allies debate relinquishing armaments control until Germany meets Versailles terms. The scene signals gradual movement toward addressing probed reforms and restitution.
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Australia
India
Geneva
Latin-America
Frank Stoo Urrutia
Colombia
Spain
Brazil
Germany
Reich
Genny
Allied Council of Ambassadors
League of Nations
League
Controversy Flows as Council Votes on Measures
In a contentious session a Viking–styled assembly debated seats in the council. Despite protests over increasing non-permanent seats, members ultimately voted in favor of both measures, favoring dialogue over conflict.
Couple Guests At Party Of Club Honoring Fifth Wedding Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. James Seymour Jr. were guests of honor at a Twelfth District Democratic club party on Stratford Avenue Tuesday night. The couple received a bridge lamp and dinner set as pink and white decorations framed the event. Entertainment by James Mesoy and Miss Gertrude McCoy featured singing and dancing. Miss McCoy and Miss Emmy Shaunessy performed military day and acrobatic numbers. Ann Alexander of New York sang and did a Charleston. Kane played cornet and piano. A supper for about a hundred followed as an orchestra supplied dancing music. The widow was pleased with her appearance.
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James Seymour, Jr
Stratford Avenue
Suesta
Twelfth District +Democratic club
James Mes*oy
Sqertrude McCoy
Waterbury
Miss McCoy
Emmy Shaunesey
Miss Shaunessy
Ann Alexander
New York
Michael
Thomas Kiely
Wheeler Eddy Nuptials At Presbyterian Church
Miss Elizabeth Curtly Wheeler daughter of Mrs. Walter E. Wheeler of Norman street married Kenneth Alfred Eddy son of Mrs. Erwin W. Schrewe of Tilberty street yesterday afternoon at First Presbyterian church. Rev. B. B. Everitt and Rev. Alexander Allison Jr. officiated. Maid of honor was Miss Cora Amith. Bridesmaids wore orchid and yellow taffeta gowns. The bride wore a white georgette gown with French lace and orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of orchids and jonquils. Best man was Lawrence Biddy. ushers Philip Matt and Sherman Whiting. Mrs. Eddy formerly worked at Thompson apparel. Mr. Eddy with Whiting Table company. The couple will reside on Brewster street after a wedding trip.
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Eliazabeth Curtly Wheeler
Moath
Walter E. Wheeler
Norman Street
Kenneth Alfred Eddy
Erwin W. Schrewe
Tilberty Street
First Presbyterian Church
B. B. Everitt
Ossining
Alexander Alison, Jr
Kester Sours
New Jersey
Karl Lakeman
Clara Stone
Norwalk
Mr. Eddy
Lawrence Biddy
Philip Tmatt
New York
Sherman Whiting
Lenroot Defeated as La Follette Looms in Wisconsin
Reported returns show Lenroot trailing as La Follette looms, with 16,000 votes tabulated and remaining precincts likely to decide the fate of the candidacy. Lenroot refused to back Blaine Hunt, signaling a fractured party ahead of November.
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Hlaine
Hero
Phil Laollette
Blaine-LaFeollette
Wet Victory Seen in Wisconsin Senate Nomination
The Wisconsin Republican slate nominates Blaine for U S Senate as a strong wet candidate who would repeal the Eighteenth Amendment. The pick highlights tensions among wets on ideal vs practical goals, with Lenroot already aligned with dry support and Blaine expected to win in Wisconsin. The broader dispute mirrors disputes in New York over wet policy and legal limits.
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New York
Blaine
Wisconsin
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Iwaine
Senate
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Voelstead
Wilsons
Flaine
Eciveman
Shem Arives
Three Boys Hurt As Schools Open Across City
On opening day three boys were injured in accidents near Fairfield and Park avenues while a fourth hurt near Third Precinct. Two brothers, William and Edward Renaud, were struck by a Beacon Oil truck with one possible leg fracture and contusions. Five year old John Chandor suffered a badly injured foot when struck by the same era vehicle. Mrs Loretta Free and her husband Isaac were involved in a separate collision, with Patsy Carbone cited for traffic fault. All victims were taken to St Vincent's hospital except Carbone who faced arrest.
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Edward Renaud
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Everett
Mas
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Benjamin Karpilow
Capital Avenue
Fairfield Avenue
Park Avenue
John Chandor
Chandler Street
Third Precinct
Fairileta Avenue
W. F. Loomis
Iranistan Avenue
Loomis
Isaac Free
Calision
Patsy Carbone
Fortyfour
Hawley Avenue
Grand
Oak Street
Carbone
Harold Beardworth
John J. Brennan, Jr
World Court Deadlock Balks at U S Preference
The World Court body faces a stalemate over enlarging U S influence. Delegates doubt amending the covenant is feasible and question if signatories want such privilege for the United States. A committee vote reportedly grants the United States a voting right in council discussions when its case is under consideration.
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Amar
United ' S
Council
M'Kenzie Named. Wilder Endorsed by Meeting
Francia P. Fox detailed services for First District Republicans and spoke for Senator Wilder. She moved to endorse his reelection to the State Legislature, with cheers and applause greeting the remarks. The Wilder endorsement was seconded by Edward B. Delaney and passed unanimously.
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Wilder
Benator Wilder
Edward B. Delaney
European armies reduced by over a million in three years
London reports that Europe’s military forces fell by about 1.5 million from 1922 to 1925, with only the Eastern region holding higher postwar levels. Sweden, Norway, and Denmark cut permanent forces sharply while France and Britain also trimmed numbers. Italy rose slightly but overall totals declined.
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Bui
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India
Belgium
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Bulgaria
Poland
Latvia
Lithuania
Russia
Moscow
Railways Seek Traffic Control Amid Truck Competition
A 1920 discussion shows railroads blaming motor trucks for passenger and freight losses in New England. Witnesses claim New Haven Railroad alone loses 27 million yearly in passengers and 10,000,000 in freight due to trucks. Proponents urge Congress to regulate interstate motor bus use, noting Rhode Island law limits persist but is weak. A Wednesday feature notes a young woman reading her future in a mirror.
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Rhode Island
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Public Utilities Commission
Germany Joins League of Nations hailed as historic entry
Berlin reports a historic German admission to the League of Nations viewed as a turning point for Germany and Europe. Press reaction ranges from celebratory to cautious, noting compromises, the possibility of equal rights in Geneva, and calls for territorial reversals by some factions. Stresemann leads the delegation to formal initiation in Geneva.
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Germany
Berlin
League of Nations
Democratic
Voasische Zeitung
Krom
Europe
League
Geneva
Stresemann
Mayor Behrens to Get Hot Cherry Pie
J P Frisble head of Frisble Pie company will visit Mayor Behrens at 11 AM to present a piping hot cherry pie and invite him to the American Bakers Association convention in Atlantic City September 19 to 24. A nationwide bakers’ visit to mayors accompanies the announcement. Frisbie promises quality over quantity. More than 4 000 bakers will attend and famous speakers are slated for the five day program.
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Frisble Pie Company
F. W. Behrens
Amprican Bakers Assollation
Atlantic City
United States
Association
Behrens
Sheffield praised for Coolidge remarks on disorder concerns
The article notes praise for Sheffield regarding Coolidge’s comments on crime in the United States and Mexico. It discusses perceived improvements in disorder compared to past decades, while acknowledging law enforcement efforts to curb lawlessness. It mentions the religious question in Mexico affecting all sects, with Catholic influence highlighted.
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Mexico
United States
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