Hoover declines plan to change posts in cabinet
Washington report says Herbert Hoover refused the agriculture secretaryship offered by President Coolidge. He will remain head of the commerce department, pursuing ongoing programs and aiming to finish his current public service. The White House may consider other candidates for agriculture as duties shift.
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Hoover
Department of Commerce
Department of Agriculture
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Agriculture
Heavir Becane
Commerce
Howard M. Gore
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Robert BD. Carey
Wyoming
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Houghton
Herlin
Rome
Fletcher
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McCormick
Tiiiatin
Senate
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Berlin
White House
Vindication for Bishop Bast in Danish charges
In a statement published in the Northwestern Christian Advocate bishops Blaha Jo Neelsen and Edward Blake declare complete vindication of Reverend Anton Bast, bishop for Sound Havla. They recount personally investigating charges that led to Bishop East’s arrest in Donarhagen, Denmark, and subsequent release pending further proceedings. The note urges continued support and details the misappropriation accusation tied to the Jerusalem church pastor and foreign Javin en.
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New York
Prure
Anton Bast
Episcopal Bishon
Northwestern Christian Advocate
Hast
Fortein Javinen
Jerueslem
Copenhagen
Brown dismissed as pastor amid New York invitation
Jan. 16 Bishop William Montgomery Brown, deposed after church trial for bereavement, said he received a telegram from Urbain Ledoux in New York inviting him to lead the Church of the Catacombs. Brown expressed sympathy but felt unable to advise Ledoux while noting Ledoux’s “unemployed” work. Delegates planned a trip for German merchants to Mexico departing Jan. 21, touring industrial, mining, and oil regions, with Vera Cruz as the rendezvous.
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William Montgomery Brown
Urbain Ledoux
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Mexico
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Police Seek Male Companions of Girl In Slaying
Revelations by a 16 year old Dorothy Ellingson during long cross examination led detectives to three men held on statutory charges. An inquest into the mother’s death is pending as police review the case and identify additional persons connected to the killing in a fit of rage.
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NOT ALLOWED TO ATTEND FUNERAL
A chaotic report details a 16 year old girl Doriliy Eilinggon accused in her mother Anna Eilingson’s murder amid new revelations. Detectors question three men David Stein Harry Chivets and Wwerth Kota tied to alleged statutory offenses. Public figures described include Earl Blingson and Deraeth, with a murder and robbery motive cited. Community leaders discuss upcoming legal actions and defense plans as the case unfolds.
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Mergpus
Harry Chivets
Wwerth Kota
Los Angeles
Kirk
Earl Blingson
Dasevh EL Tugsom
Yangemens
Rank Bean
Jack Dempsey Admits Plans to Marry This Year
Los Angeles report indicates heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey plans marriage soon. He confirms engagement rumors with Mae Taylor, business manager for the act, and says he expects to wed after duties in the prize ring. The couple reportedly discussed public life and publicity surrounding the announcement.
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Asrengh
Marrien Krtele
Mian Taylor
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Taylor
Predict Wide Use Of Planes In Air Transportation
A Congressional subcommittee heard aviation leaders from Greenwell, Ward Line, and American Railway Express predict rapid expansion of air transport. They expect planes to handle mail and valuable cargo as safety and cost improve, with private firms pressing for commercial air service to rival rail and steamship. The discussion cited government spending on aviation through 1920s and concerns over early missteps in U. S. air navigation.
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United States Air Services
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A. G. Smith
Ureenwiel Conny
American Steamsity Owners’ Association
Ward! Line
Vetecram
John W. Newlan
Anteriesan
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Lang
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Atvalinne Metankeld
Dayton
Ohio
Gommeread Air Navigation
Baker hearings to be reopened in Wheeling
Washington report states hearings on charges of incompetence against Judge William E. Baker of the northern district of West Virginia will be resumed by the special committee of the House Judiciary Committee in Wheeling. The first session was held in November in Parkersburg and the second will be held in Wheeling for witness convenience.
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Cmartin
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Washington, D. C
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J. A. Brown
House Juaitors Committee
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Woman Held on Habeas Writ in Maltimore Case
An alienated woman named Teal Moore, sought in Baltimore on four charges of conspiracy, was denied her writ of habeas corpus. Police reported she was spotted fleeing a tight tire warrant scene when approached. She was returned to jail with bail set at 2005. The suspect, Aeolian from Harbor Fort Tattingone, wore jewelry valued near 46000 dollars during the incident.
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Coolidge Balks Arms Conference Amid Strife
The United States debates joining the proposed arms conference as President Coolidge weighs cautious steps. White House officials indicate mixed views, with some urging patience until a clearer path for disarmament emerges. War fears and international tension color the national mood as leaders assess potential gains and risks.
Veterans Bureau trial resumes after recess in Chicago
The veterans bureau conspiracy case resumed in Chicago after a six day recess. Witness Lewis T. Grant described Charles St. Forten’s California trip and Forbes visits to Stockton Los Angeles and San Francisco during June. Eliga H. Mortimer testified Forbes’ canal trip tied to a gas party, with other witnesses detailing contracts and alleged kickbacks involving W. Thompson and others.
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Veteraans’ Bureau
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Veterans' Bureau
Charles St. Forten
Veteran's Bureau
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Forbes
Stockton
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Eliga H. Mortimer
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Martinez
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Evie Piemey
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Luther Unable To Fill Four Cabinet Posts
The report notes Chancellor Luther faces a shortage of willing ministers as four cabinet posts remain vacant. Finance minister voices concern over ongoing delays in appointing a justice minister as Schumacher declines, with the government maintaining its invasion stance amid political pressure. The Associated Press details lingering uncertainty and reactions from Cologne unions and other political actors.
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Ministry of Justion
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Ouisdeken
Tuther
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Cologne
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Nient
Coolidge Opposes Jail for Wets
President Coolidge argues against mandatory full sentence for prohibition offenders. He favors discretion in sentencing, allowing fines or less severe penalties for violators pending Congress action. He has studied the Stalker bill but will await what Congress sends for signature.
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Washington
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Fo Ciineat Maniingia
Linnne
Pail Spin Fatal to Army Airman
An Army airman from SAS Antuneo Texas was fatally injured in a pail spin incident aboard an air unit. The accident occurred near Fort Theally where the injured serviceman was transported. A second airman sustained injuries and was taken to a reserve facility for treatment.
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SAS Antuneo
Robert
Haynes May Quit as Prohibition Unit Director
Washington reports Roy A. Haynes of Ohio considered retirement from the prohibition commissioner post. President Coolidge has weighed possible replacements as Congress debates placing enforcement under a separate department. Woods, ex NY police commissioner, was discussed for the role amid retirement talks by Haynes.
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Roy A. Haynes
Ohio
Coolidge
Tynes
Congress
Jegiaiitine
Duneau
Arthur Woods
Police Couniedoner
New York
Wnges
Haynes
Quentionnan
Senate to Call Up Postal Bill in Senate Action
The Senate plans a near term vote on a postal rate increase bill pushed by the House and supported by Republican Senator Moses of New Hampshire. The measure passed the previous chamber with thirteen votes over the required two thirds and now awaits further debate and possible final passage.
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Dan
Yashat
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Just Saacion
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iMoxes
Republican
New Hampshire
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Sterling
Ube Pontemed Aiyntee
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Sahator Moses
Otter
Anhipisti Mullins
Onidie
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Coam Wight
Miavbinge
Ilele Gok Brose
Blocken
Tueadey
Ames G. Coffimon
Clarksburg
M.Z. White
Williamson
Coffen
Robert F. Kidd
Glenville
Agreement on Muscle Shoals Legislation Reached?
Washington reports intensified talks between the House and Senate over Muscle Shoals measures. Leaders from both parties pursue a final understanding before formal drafting, with Longworth and Sell signaling potential rewrites if consensus lags. House committees press President for a joint conference outcome ahead of any pact.
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Todas
Republican House
Leastage Dol
Longworth
Ohio
Shey
Hilletts
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Isle of Pines Treaty to Be Settled Soon
The text reports on stalled discussions in the senate about the Isle of Pines treaty. It mentions committees and unspecified leaders weighing the matter, with limited legible details and numerous OCR errors obscuring key names and dates.
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Isle of Pines
Minority Flags Stand Against Gun Elevation Debate
A Senate debate focuses on the elevation of capital ships and naval treaties. Democratic senators urge stopping gun elevation to keep parity with Britain, while supporters justify the conference action citing naval experts and ship performance differences.
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Washington
Coolidge
Senate
Congress
United States
Britain
Chalratt Hale
Caranylites
Great Britain
McKeldlar
Tennessye
Married life of movie hero told in court
William Hart and wife Winifred testified in superior court about their split and Hart’s pressure for divorce. Mrs Hart said he urged Reno divorce. Hart claimed discomfort with public appearance and disputed the couple’s finances amid their May 3 1924 separation.
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Siperiar Court
Hart
Reno
Tess
Hare
Senate Deadlock Broken Likely Coffman to Be President
Legislative circles report a noon convening of the state senate to elect Charles G. Coffman of Clarksburg as president. A late-night conference among Republicans suggested an end to the impasse, with observers optimistic the 1423 session will organize Saturday afternoon after weeks of discord.
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Charles G. Coffman
Clarksburg
Senate
Davis Again Takes Up Work In Law Office
New York on January 1 John W Davin former Democratic presidential nominee has become head of the law firm Stetson Jennings Runsett and Davin. The firm is reorganized as Davin Polk Wardwell Gardiner and Reed with Davin returning after ending his campaign at the Court of St James.
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John W Davin
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Berothe
Hold Eight on Murder Charge in Grant Town Shooting
Investigations indicate that shots at Union Hall in Grant Town came from high powered rifles during a late night party. Ray Tobin was killed and John Kella was fatally wounded. eight men are jailed awaiting a hearing, while five Tobin party members remain as witnesses. Riggins says the victims were part of a celebratory gathering, Tobin married seven months ago.
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Ray Tobin
John Kella
Union Hall
John ©. Riggins
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Hd Rhodes
Steve Markisus
Lee Burke
Erwin Shafer Milton Hought
Todd Summers
James Ryan
James Hogar
Tobin Party
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Radio to Record Eclipse Progress at Mitchel Field
Major William N. Hensley Jr announces plans to broadcast eclipse progress on January 24 from Mitchel Field. Four observation planes will photograph the event as Hensley radios observations, picked up by station WEG in New York for rebroadcast to those unable to view from the plane.
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Ipiand
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William N. Hensley, Jr
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Means and Jarnecks Sold Liquor Permits and Pardons
Witness says Means and Jarnecke banked bribe profits from selling liquor permits and pardons. Sam Schmidt testified the scheme aimed to obtain releases and influence for federal offenders and to pay bribes to officials including the attorney general. Schmidt said he expected shares and travel to New York to arrange payments amid a larger federal probe.
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Munederstagd
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Sen Nier
Tmoeney
Tinere Daugherty
Attarey Genecal
Chicago Police Shoot Up Crime in City
On January 18 Chicago police following orders from police chief Collins opened fire on robbers and hijackers. A hijacker was wounded another captured an automobile thief and his companion were shot. A Black man was killed by a Black officer and another officer was wounded. A crew attempting to hold up a clothing store was also affected.
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