Higher Income Taxes Favored By Democrats
President-elect Roosevelt and Democratic leaders agreed to raise the normal income tax rate, lower exemptions, and extend the gasoline tax for a year to meet a large budget deficit. The plan includes a beer tax and aims to avoid a special session, with figures predicting substantial revenue from these changes.
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New York
Congress
Roosevelt
Democratic Congress
Senate
Joseph T. Robinson
John M. Garmer
Menan Ures Ang
Beaver
Garner
Hoover
House
Robinson
Ropecvelt
Page
Pullen and Eary Trial Over Contempt Charge
United States prosecutors near the end of a criminal contempt case against Charleston attorneys W Pullen and Sherman H Eary. They are accused of taking a new sedan released by the court to Hodges and interfering with federal proceedings by deceitful acts. The vehicle was said to be used by Ted Hodges in liquor transport, and Nim and Wal-4 Tama of Raleigh County were involved. A December order directed the marshal to return the car to Hodges.
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Charleston
W. §. Pullen
Sherman H. Eary
Ted Hodge
Nim
Wal- 4
Tama
Raleigh
Sunes McClintle
United States Marsial
Hodges
Pullen
Zury
Willie Willis by Robert Quillen
Story fragment presents a humorous line about Willie Willis avoiding a bath by smearing mud to color the water, leading his mother to believe he had bathed. The quip reflects quipping style of the columnist and a domestic comic moment.
Labor Leader Threatens Universal Shorter Week Strike
Wil liam Green president of the Federation of Labor warns a general strike to press for a five day week and shorten the work week in all manufacturing. He argues economic force may compel Congress to act, while senators urge avoiding a strike. He envisions government adoption first, then industry wide limits, affecting millions of workers and debts looming for cities amid calls for jobless relief measures.
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Washington
Jen
Willimo Green
Federation of Labor
Black
Alb
Senate Judiciary
Norris
Ry Neh
Subcommittee
Strke
Inbow
Congress
Jin
Senate
Carl A. Amintters
Municipat Finance
Aganesition
Chicago
Reconstruction Corporation
Sim
Evacuation Demanded as Shanhaikwan Falls to Invaders
Nanking government urged evacuation of Shanhaikwan after three day bombardment by Japanese forces who seized the city. Beijing and Canton pledged support to defend national existence and demanded assurances to prevent further attacks. Refugees flooded Peiping and Chinwangtao as casualties rose, with about 1,200 killed and 2,200 to 3,100 injured reported, while Japanese losses were cited as 18 killed and 28 wounded.
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Nanking
China
Shanhaikwan
Canton
Tokyo
Govermment
Shanhalkwen
Tirntsin
Peiping
Jebel
League of Nations
Shanhalkwan
Chinwangtao
Shanhallowan
Mile Smith
Shanshaikwan
Child Killed By Fast Train Near Smith Street Crossing
A 12 year old boy Hoy Carney was killed instantly yesterday near Smith street, Dunbar, by New York Central passenger train No. 8. Witness James Hoy said the boy walked along the tracks toward home as the fast train bore down. The body was carried more than 209 feet. identification was made by his shoes and cap. Magistrate G H Samples investigated the scene. The train had been due in Bunar at 5 05 but did not stop, continuing to Nitro after Charleston.
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New York Central
Smith Street
Dunbar
Hoy Carney
Richard Johnson
James Hoy
Pritchard Street
Dunvar
Justice of the Peace
G. H. Samples
Samples
Buntar
Charleston
State Prepares To Issue School Fund
Preparations to distribute the first 600000 of the 1000000 state aid to schools began with clerical work by H L Bowman, state aid clerk. Allocation will take about two days, with distribution likely early next week and requisitions for checks to be sent by the state auditor. Funds will be apportioned among 340 districts after setting maximum levies to sustain minimum terms.
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State Board of Public Works
H. L. Bowsmann
Department of Education
Bowman
Board of Site
G O P Attacks Farm Aid Bill
Washington January 5 Republicans assail the farm relief act's processing tax on wheat and payments to farmers to restore prewar prices. Urban legislators warn of higher consumer costs while rural allies defend the measure as needed amid party clashes. Huddleston leads the Democratic attacks as Purnell asserts the bill would ruin agriculture.
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Washington
Buddleston
Alaabama
Inge
Michener
Michigan
Pnre
Huddleston
Comparative Distances Studied in Rate Case
Washington January 6 detailed study of comparative distances aims to show reduced intrastate Ohio rates were not unreasonable. H J Adell of Cleveland Wheeling and Lake Erie traffic department read a table listing distances from mines along the road to Cleveland Huron Lorain and Akron. The Wheeling and Lake Erie counsel steered the testimony to the reasonableness of lower rates approved by the Ohio Public Utilities Commission compared with other states.
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Washington
Ohio
Interstate Enomimerie Commission
H. J. Adell
Cleveland
Jim
Wheeling and Lake Erle
Huron
Lorain
Akron
Wheeling and
Lake
International Counterfeit Ring Believed Broken Up
Washington reports the Secret Service hopes a major counterfeit ring is cracked after arrests of Hana Dechow and Dr V G Burton. Notes passed through Chicago banks and San Antonio sightings tied to an international operation sending near perfect hundred dollar notes from Europe and China. Dechow faced dealers in Chicago while Burton linked to his Chicago and New York associates, with money traced to a dead bootlegger and a Montreal arrival last Tuesday. The group is believed to have moved substantial sums before detentions halted the scheme.
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Washington
Secret Service
Europe
China
W. FL Moran
Hana Dechow
V. G. Burton
Moran
San Antonio
Bille
Gonport
Moret
Dechow Woo
Chicago
Dechow
Deohow
Dr. Burton
Deehow
New York
Montreal
Lynch Law to Be Tested in Court
The Kanawha circuit court will hear a test of the constitutionality of a section of the state lynch law. The case from Greenbrier county challenges the provision for paying 85,000 to dependents of lynching victims. Plaintiffs seek 85,000 for George Banks and 6,000 for Thomas Jeckeor, alleged to have died after an incident near Lewisburg on December 1.
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Kanawha
Greenbriey
Thelma Atul Jong
George Banks
Margaret Jackson
Thomas Jackson
Greenbrier
Thomas Jeckeor
Lewisburg
Tawi
Hunt Loses Suit In School Board Tangle
The Elk district board of education dispute ends with Judge Hudson upholding Blue Creek official Lanham over Hunt. Hunt’s appeal to the state supreme court follows the dismissal of the action to recover the presidency and secretary seat, with implications for the board’s officers. The case arose after Hunt signed a levy of testination, then revoked it and filed suit.
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State Supreme Court
W. E. Hunt
Board of Education
Elk District
Artur P. Hudson
Ennawha
Greeley W. Linmai
Blue Creek
Lanham
Hunt Hat
BR. H. Frasher
Bigview
Coolidge Idol Of A Golden Era Dies Quietly
Calvin Coolidge, long viewed as the nation’s symbol of its prosperous past, died today ending a quiet, private life that contrasted with the public adulation of his era. He was known for decisive action during the Boston police strike and his cautious stewardship of prosperity.
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Coolidge
Raymond Clapper
United Presa
Calvin Sealine
Massaahusetts
Washington
Toms
White House
Boston
Park
Anecdotes and Tragic End Mark Coolidge Years
A Washington anecdote recounts Calvin Coolidge’s dry humor with a dinner guest and a collector of cigars, while a Northampton, Massachusetts report details the sudden death of the 60th U.S. president at his home, found by Mrs. Coolidge returning from shopping. The article notes his age on July 4 and sketches his private life.
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Northampton
Mass
Calvin Coolidge
Mrr. Coolidge
The
Beeches
Ralph W. Hemenway
Hiness
Harry Ross
Plymouth Silent News After Death of Olivia Pierce
In Plymouth Vermont on January 5 a hush falls as residents learn Olivia Pierce has died. Allen Brown delivers the news to families in seven dwellings while residents maintain composure and carry on with daily tasks amid the quiet morning.
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Plymouth
Harriet
Calvin Coolidge
Allen Brown
Aurora Pierna
Olivia
Brown
Misa Pierce
Hilseet
Col
John Coolidge
Lila Son
Drew Bak
Tenrgy
Allen
Monterd
Bandits Rob Centerville Bank Take $700 Cash
Two bandits robbed the Centerville state bank five miles west of Richmond, escaping with 700 dollars. Their automobile sped off toward Richmond on the National road.
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Richmond, Ind
Ian
Centerville
Here
Richmond
Hoover Proclaims Month of Mourning for Coolidge
Washington on January 5 1924 President Hoover issued a national proclamation mourning the death of Calvin Coolidge prompting sudden adjournment in both houses and lowered flags to half staff. The Senate prepared a committee to oversee proceedings while Vice President Curtis would name a Senate panel as shock rippled through Capitol Hill.
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Washington
Calvin Coolidge
Hoover
Congress
House
Senate
Capitol
Standard
Garner
Rainey
Illnois
Sneil
New York
Curtis
Coolidge
Glass
Associated Press
Gilss
Cowlidge
Flag at half mast honors former President Coolidge
Governor William G Conley ordered the capitol flag flown at half mast in respect to former President Calvin Coolidge. The flag will remain at half mast until after his funeral.
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William G. Conley Yester May
Capitol
Walt Mast
Calvin Coolidge
Great Men of World Pay Tribute to Coolidge in Mourning
The Associated Press reports a global chorus of praise for Calvin Coolidge after his death. Hoover and Roosevelt lead officials, educators, and business leaders in tributes lauding his sagacity, wisdom, and public service as nations enter a 30 day mourning period.
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Associated
Hoovdy
Langdon
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Coolidge
Funeral Arrangements For Calvin Coolidge Announced
Northampton mass January fifth funeral for Calvin Coolidge set for Saturday at 10 30 am in Edwards Congregational church. Body to Plymouth Vermont for graveside service at a clock. Details of arrangements incomplete. Coolidge described as national figure shaping New England traits of thrift and common sense. Local figures recall his early ties to Amherst college and Northampton city solicitor post.
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Northampton
Mass
Calvin Coolidge
Edwards , Congregational Church
Plymouth
Wl Pays Tribute To Calvin Coolidge
Beverly Hills column salutes Calvin Coolidge noting his honesty economy and plain sense as admired traits. The writer jokes about jokes inspired by Coolidge and praises his impact on American politics and public life.
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Beverly Hills
Calif
Jan
Mr. Coolidge
Mistory
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