Plan to Renew Fight for Bill on Child Labor
The National Child Labor Committee announces a renewed push to amend the constitution despite 13 state ratifications not yet final. Six states still favorable may reverse to back the children’s amendment as lawmakers face a broader campaign for ratification across the remaining 33 states. The effort spans New York Arizona Washington and New Mexico with varied legislative actions.
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New York
National Child Labor Committee
Ohio
Oklahoma
Kansas
North
South Dakota
Massachusetts
Washington
Tate
Acquit Alleged Postal Robber in Gilmer County Case
Clarence Johnson, 39, of Gilmer County, was acquitted by a U S court jury of breaking into the Gilmer post office on November 7, 1824 and stealing a revolver. The jury deliberated 15 minutes as Warren Haye defended Johnson and Thayer H McIntire led the government case. Evidence included police prints read by postoffice Inspector W W Marshall of Wheeling.
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Parkersburg
Clarence Johnson
Gilmer County
United States
Gilmer
Warren Haye
Johnson
Thayer H. McIntire
Nog
Qaer
Postoffice
W. W. Marshall
Wheeling
Baker
Disappearance of pianist Misa Ethed Leginska
New York police captain in charge of homicide squad takes control of the case of pianist Leginska reported missing from in front of her home before a Carnegie Hall recital. Psychiatrists suggest stress and possible mental strain as factors.
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Gotham Homicide
New York
Thur A. Carey
Misa Ethed Leginska
Vitagraph Withdraws From Hays Organization
Vitagraph Inc the oldest motion picture company announces on its twenty eighth anniversary February 1 that it will withdraw from the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America Inc led by Hays. The company calls the move first defection from the Hays organization citing lack of justice to distributors the public and independent producers not theater owning exhibitors.
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Vitagraph, Inc
Motion Picture Company
New York
Vitageraph, Inc
Todn
Hig
Albert J. Smith
Wit H. Hays
Motion Picture Producers, and Distributors of America, Inc
Vitagraph
Wrottan Picture Producers and Distributors of America
Forbes Defense Completes Case In Veteran Bureau Trial
Chicago Jan 28 Defense argument finished in the veteran bureau conspiracy trial with final appeal for acquittal by Tiwood Cadman associate counsel for former Director Charles R Forbes. Assistant Attorney General Julia W Grim in charge of the prosecution will complete the weighing argument for the government in the morning session tomorrow. Obstructions to the jury will require about an hour and juror deliberations will begin late in the afternoon.
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Chicago
Veterans Bureau
Tiwood Cadman
Charles R. Forbes
Auternes
Julia W. OH. Grim
Hkely
Roof Collapse Believed To Kill Eight At Chile Bank
In Santiago Chile on January 23 eight ferraris are believed dead after the roof of the Popular Credit bank collapsed burying workers and several clients. The scene was described as chaotic with rescuers searching through debris for survivors.
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Chile
Indictments allege bribe scheme involving former prison officials
Federal grand jury returns two indictments against A. E. Sartain former warden L. J. Pletcher former deputy warden and others for conspiracy to accept bribes of 150 each from William Mauro and others in exchange for easier prisoner work assignments and privileges Sartain faces additional bribery charges linked to Graham Baugh and July 3 1924 actions with a prison physician chauffeur appointment. another former chaplain is not charged.
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Guy
A. E. Sartain
Federal Penitentriary
L. J. Pletcher
Sartain
Fletcher
Bernon
Pather Thigden
William H. Mauro
Tutten
C. Grahan Daughn
Hichard [ Weling
Sam Boldberg
Maur
Graham Baugh
Tyullen
Lack One Juror In Trial Of Hartman At Gettysburg
Gettysburg January 28 eleven jurors deferred in the murder trial of Trooper Francis T. Hulay as a special panel of fifty failed to reach verdict. Sheriff Jenn B. Shearer summoned three men from the jury pool and rejected them as adjournment loomed. Judge Donata J. McPhergon issued a third special order for twenty jurors to be drawn tomorrow morning. Attorneys for both sides expressed confidence the twelfth juror would be chosen from the new panel.
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Grttysburg
Telal
Charleston Seeks Relief From Severe Cold Wave
Charleston endures a damaging cold wave with eight degrees below zero reported by the United States engineering office. Temperatures rose slowly through the day, easing snow, and officials prepared street crews to melt and clear remaining snow as trains faced delays across the region.
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Hurricane
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India
Chesaperake
Potomac
France Has No Plan to Repudiate Debt Says Herriot
Paris reports Premier Herriot told the chamber France will honor its debts and focus on allied sentiment and security. He argued repayment is a matter of moral obligation, not solely commercial interests, and urged sympathy with friends and continuity of treaties while addressing inter Allied arms and security questions.
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Paris
Werrlat
France
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Todas
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Draneiog
CVA
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Prats
Phat Betne
M. Dubuly
M. Martin
Anpont
Advanced Muscle Shoals bill moves toward conference
Washington January 26 The Underwood bill authorizing the lease of Muscle Shoals advanced toward final consideration as it was referred to a joint congressional conference. The House and Senate debated amendments after chairmen and party leaders selected conferees. Conference to resolve differences will begin after committees report.
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Night Meeting on Postal Reform Bill in Washington
In Washington a night session of the Senate weighed a postal reform bill to hasten revenue for the government. Senator Mogen of New Hampshire argued the measure, while opponents questioned higher or lower rates and the bill’s revenue impact. The debate addressed mail volume, service costs, and potential effects on government funding.
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Wastilington
Renate
Mogen
New Hampshire
George
Centala
Maker
Konatur Ceorne
North Dakota To Allow Cigarettes Vote Reported
North Dakota legislators approved a move to permit cigarette sales with a 40 to 9 vote. The action was announced in Bibmarch and relayed by Naren Dultety, noting the late today proceedings.
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Bibmarck
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Henato
Stone to Push Wheeler Quiz Defends Self
Senator Walsh conducts cross examination as committee questions Wheeler defense in a prolonged session. After hours of questioning no conclusion was reached, set to meet Monday to consider nomination to the Supreme Bench and discuss mounting issues.
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Stone
Supreme Bench
Coolidge Seeks Farm Aid in Agriculture Aid Push
President Coolidge moves to urge swift action on the Agricultural Commission’s recommendations. He asks Congress to enact supportive measures for farmers, citing the need to expedite consideration in both the House and Senate agriculture committees. Observers expect prompt action, with administration leaders aiming for quick passage of proposed legislation.
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Washington
Agric AlLurad Commission
Godt
Uri
House
Senate
Lusion
Finndings
Corman Tauren
House Agrivultures coMmittee
Beth Eiteien
Grey
Henan Heri
Cumindsstan
Reeaniq
Newby
Davis to Be Placed Before Court Jury
Former Kansas Governor Davis faces conspiracy and bribery charges. The case stems from actions of 1920s era officials, with warrants issued and Topeka court hearings scheduled. Prosecutors led by Captain Woo A. Smith seek accountability for alleged misconduct.
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Jermelan M. Davis
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Workman Killed by Train At Local Station
A workman was struck by a locomotive at a station today in Flint, West Virginia. The accident left one man dead and another worker injured, with emergency crews responding to the scene. Details are unclear due to the damaged text.
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Matehiare
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Legislat ors Desert City as Preliminary Session Ends
The preliminary session of the West Virginia Senate ended amid disruption and division. Republicans were split, Democrats stayed united, and the chamber left without major action as Gov. Morgan faced a defeated session.
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Gov. Morgan
Early 1925 Legislature Opens In Turbulent Session
The initial 1925 legislative session opened amid a surge of activity and political maneuvering. Senate leadership clashed with White and Coffman factions over gubernatorial appointments while measures ranged from state road bond sales to charity text books and public service regulation. Committees formed to probe the state penitentiary as delegates introduced numerous local and skeleton bills shaping a long adjournment period.
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Long skirt debate ends as fashion experts declare 1928 styles
Seven American directors meeting in San Francisco decided that the long skirt for women in 1927 is gone. Boston critic B A O'Connell called it the American woman’s rebellion, noting reactions from Paris amid evolving tastes. They forecast brighter colors and updated designs for 1928.
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Atte
B.A. O'Conell
Boston
Paris
State to Boost U S Park Site
State considers support actions for a national park site in Blue Ridge Virginia amid pending federal decision. West Virginia cites multiple sites, Virginia favored for regional benefits, while lawmakers debate tax measures on coal oil gas and related industries. Parole board reform proposal also appears in discussion.
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Parole Board
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Gloria Swanson Weds Frenchman in Paris Ceremony
Gloria Swanson American actress married Marquis De La Maiaina De la Coud rau in Paris. She plans to continue acting, remaining pleased with the union. The couple may spend time in Durie and Jennetor before resuming production in Jollywood.
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Paris
Sun
Gloria Swanson
Marquis de la Maiaina de la Coudrau
France
Anthus Lappy
Durie and
Jennetor
Jollywood
Echols May Get Local Postmastership Endorsement From Elkins
Washington report from Haarte and Muthling notes former representative Leonard Echols is favored for the Charleston postmastership with backing from Senator Davis and Elkins. The Charleston post office job, a key West Virginia federal post, pays 4500 dollars yearly and has long seen factional Republican fights.
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Elkins
Washington
Dan
Leonard
Wehuls
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