Anti-Saloon League Opposes Scientific Liquor Commission
Wayne B. Wheeler announces that the Anti Saloon League and prohibition workers from 48 states and D C vote against a congressional scientific commission to define intoxicating liquor. They say such a panel would confuse law enforcement and threaten the Eighteenth Amendment. he argues enforcement depends on a workable standard, not a fixed scientific measure.
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Washington
Anti-Saloon League
Congress
Wayne B. Wheeler
The
League
Prohibition
District of Columbia
Wheeler
Prosecution of Liquor Ghoba Speeded Up
Federal authorities across the country are urged to tighten cooperation with prohibition agencies to curb violations. Officials say to push all pending labor cases and seek heavy penalties where proper, noting reports that some cereal beverage makers market illegally alcoholic products.
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Washington
Demo Victory in 1924 Is Seen by Ex-Pres. Wilson
Former President Wilson predicts a glorious Democratic victory in 1924 and says party workers will persist for two years. The notice, released by local Democratic worker Jay Borough in North Baltimore Ohio, cites his confidence in continued effort after the November 7 elections.
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Pres. Wilson
Baltimore
Ohio
Wilson Ihen
Jay Borough
Mall
Lake Steamer Maplehurst Breaks Up in Gale at Portage Lake
CALUMET Mich Dec 1 Captain Nason Bernard and six crewmen perished when the Canadian steamer Maplehurst wrecked a mile west of Portage Lake canal during a heavy gale. Nine others were rescued, some jumping from the bridge into a lifeboat as the vessel broke apart in Lake Superior.
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Calumet, Mich
Nason Bernard
Maplehurst
Portage Lake Canal
Portage Lake
Lake Superior
Notable Falls and Movements Across a Turbulent World
New York William Goodpell Rockefeller dies as MIAMI reports the 98 foot motor cruiser Spec-Jacks completes a world cruise. Washington Al J Lawrence, former farm press publisher, dies. Lindore known as Sergei Mihallo witch Turfahoff lands in New York and plans to become a Baptist minister. New York Brigadier General James Nicholas Wheelan, Civil and Indian wars veteran, dies. Paris Ambassador Myron f T Werrick pays tribute to Marshal Foch at American Legion dinner. Washington admin unveils immediate relief program for farmers. Flushing John G Holton, editor and publicist, dies. Coblenz 67 WW veterans depart for Cherbourg home. St Paul Northern Pacific shop workers reach new wage scales. Rome Premier Mussolini tells Italian cabinet he will protest Greek executions of public figures. New York Thomas J Beatsen former congressman to San Angeles via Western representative of WHTI Baye. Paris Varian section of Vaseloti founded expanding Italian art and culture.
Congressman James R. Mann Dies Suddenly in Washington
Veteran Illinois congressman James R. Mann, serving his fourteenth term, died last night in Washington after pneumonia developed following a cold. He was 66, a key House figure known for deep knowledge of government and long service. Funeral in D C chamber with burial in Chicago planned. widow Emma Columbia survives.
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Washington
Dev
James R. Mann
Illinois
Congress
Mann
Mr. Mann
House
Gillette
Mazsachusetts
Nto
House of Representatives
Chicago
Bloomington
Lil
Hyde Park
National House of Representatives
Emma Columbia
Champaign
Wyoming Statesmen Elected In 17th Legislature and Land Board Vote
The Wyoming official canvas from November 7 confirms the 17th legislature composition with 20 Republicans and five Democrats in the Senate, 37 Republicans and 28 Democrats in the House. It also shows Amendment No. 2 approving consolidation of the state land board and state school land board by about 1,500 votes, while Amendment No. 1 failed to reach a required majority.
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Cial
Tribune
Wyoming
Al’p
Senate
House of the
Seventeonth
Myo
Home
Democram
State Land Board
Lani Hoard
Plate
Congressonal
Evel
Stuper
Wire Lines Swept Down as Blizzard Moves East
States across the Dakotas and Minnesota suffered storm damage as the blizzard moved east. interrupted wire communication delayed trains injured dozens and caused property damage likely in the hundreds of thousands. winds rain snow and heavy ice blanketed the region with power lines and glass windows shattered. temperatures fell near zero and a Chingok wind moderated conditions in Wyoming.
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Dakotas
ST. Paul
Minn
South Dakota
Wisconsin
Northwest
Minnesota
Noth Dakota
Lake Superior
Minneapolis
Qentral
Wyoming
Geo. MacKensie
Clemenceau Arrives Under Guard After Threats
Georges Clemenceau lands in St. Louis amid threats. police, detectives, and Secret Service shield his arrival. He praises reception and deflects questions on Paris cabinet plans as authorities route him to the city. The visit continues with security at Springfield.
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Wwilehing Pulpomee
Ue Weetern
St. Clemenceau
Joh Pallises
Secret Service
Clemenceau
Solange
Ruler Valley
Springfield
Wigemton
Dynamite Found In Speeding Muscle Auto
In Banta Monica California detective reports three and a half ounces of dynamite found in a speeding auto driven by L. H. K. Powers of Los Angeles. Powers was arrested for driving 57 miles per hour and failing to stop within 800 feet as Winkes were performing work on the car.
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Banta Monica
Cal
L. H. K. Powers
Los Angeles
Atiolta
Loee
Ottawa Leads Canada In Per Capita Consumption This Year
Ottawa reports higher per capita consumption in Canada than in any prior year as population data and consumer figures are updated. Officials say peopled words and estimates reflect shifting patterns in spending and demand.
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Ottawa
Canada
Cable to Guide Planes Across Sahara Desert
A report from Paris states a buried cable could safely guide aircraft across the Sahara. Admiral Fournier told the Academy of Belennems the electric current flowing through the cable would mark a safe flight path for pilots in planes, with successful testing by army and navy engineers led by Loth.
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Sahara Desert
Paris
Der
Aled Preas
Pournier Wald
Bingineer Loth
Engine crewmembers suffocate in U P tunnel accident
In Evanston Wyoming on December 1 a freight engine stalled three cars from the tunnel exit in Aspen tunnel causing smoke filled air. Fireman William S S Kenison aged 90 died while Engineer T W Thomas and Prakoman McLaughlin were treated for gas exposure and later recovering. Conductor Sweet led the stalled train and rescue efforts followed by two relief trains.
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Evanston
Wyo
William S&s. Kenison
T. W. ‘Thomas
Prakoman McLaughliin
Aspen Tunnel
Sweet
Wyanston
Aspen
Thoman
McLaughlin
Tasadena Harvy Wall, longtime newspaper man dies
Tasadena Harvey Wall, a seasoned newspaper man formerly with New Sharon and Towar, passed away. His career included numerous reporting roles and contributions to local journalism. Funeral services are planned in the community he served.
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Tasadena
Harvey Wall
New Sharon
Towa
Dhe
Wyoming Day Proclaimed by Governor Carey in 1935
Governor Robert D. Carey proclaims December 10 to be Wyoming Day in honor of the territory’s suffrage pioneers. The proclamation, dated November 234 1935 in Cheyenne, urges observance with exercises highlighting early rights and state history.
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Wyoming Territory
Wyoming
Robert D. Carey
State of
Cheyenne
A. T
Robert D. Carry
W. B. Chaplin
MM. Byu'oms
Pepury
Industrial chem leader Mamaachy holds long-time lead
For over a decade Mamaachy maintains leadership in American industrial chemistry amid evolving markets and research leadership.
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Mamaachyum
Latry
America
Protests Turned Bloody Battle in Mexico City Plaza
Federal troops guarded a battered municipal building after a six hour clash between police and a 4 mob. Seventeen killed, 18 seriously injured, 33 lightly hurt. Demonstration against aldermen sparked by water famine, with rioting, fires, and looting of city records. Election postponement discussed.
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Mexico City
Associated Press
Malle
Morehan
Fr Ng
Chespit
Fred
Asl
Denpas
Chamber of Deputies
Sunda
Importation Prohibition and Cotton Manufacture Ban in Britain
The article notes the ban on importing cotton goods into Great Britain and the prohibition on cotton manufacture in England by an act of Parliament. Penalties include a 100 dollar fine for selling the banned item and a 2 dollar fine for wearing it, with convictions recorded.
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Great Britain
England
Progressives Meet 39 Attend Conference Behind Closed Doors
A progressive conference plan gathers 13 senators and 26 representatives to plot a program. The meeting, called by leaders of labor and party factions, aims for a secret session and a public meeting tomorrow with seating for 600 as the People’s Legislative Peerie hosts a dinner for attendees.
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Washington
Tec. M
Boater Laboulette
Rivpublican
Wincenain
Huddleston
Democrat
Alabama
Ileduce
of Nations
People's Legislative Peerie
Farmer Laborite
Tela
Republione
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Sugsipy
GAP
New York
William Goodpell Rockefelle
John D. Rockefeller
Miami
Sergei ‘Miihallowitch Turfahoff
Lindore
Nicholas
Dames Nicholas Wheelan
Netherlands
Belgium
Germany
Myron Ft. Werrick
Trbute
Foeoh
American Legion
Fluushing
N. V.i
John G. Holton
Minnespolis
Coblenz
Cherbourg
United States
Northern Pacific
American College
Jandon
Rone
Miussollas
Thomas J. Beatsen
New York City
Han Gong
San Angeles
Baye
Motion Producers
And
Peete
J. R. Mann
Representative Mann
Committee of Committees
Likois
Cheyenne, Wyo
Deel
Mondell
Mendrick
Guthrie
Flay
Ross
Spurrier
Lucan
Taylor
Lloyd
Suditer
Carter
Little
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Snyder
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Hendricks
Baker
Winter
Rose
Hastings
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Supreme Court
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Kimball
Groesbeck
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River
Watts
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Preston
Burgues
Brown
Cromer
Hig Horn
Converse
Tad
Cioehen
Johnson
Platte
Narnlnat
Mim
Agalnat
Duluth
ST. Louis
Lee
Prem
Georgen Clemenceau
Micon
Analuet
Viger
Henry W. Kiel
Prance
Union BiaYon
U. P. Tunnel
Carey
Main Plaza
Progressives Meeting
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