House to Base Senate Action on Postal Bill
Washington report describes House and Senate actions on a postal pay and rate increase bill with party leaders expressing support but opposition from several Republicans and Democrats. The measure would raise postal wages effective July 1, 1924 and adjust parcel post charges, with final passage debated amid fiscal concerns and mixed votes.
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Iowa
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Glass
Governor Signs Road Bond Bill Increases State Bonds
Governor Moran approved the road bond bill to authorize the sale of 20.6 million dollars in bonds, with immediate effect. The state road commission will seek bids for road construction and is expected to award contracts in November. The body also approved a new charter for Holidays Cove in Hancock and Brooke counties as an emergency measure.
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Federal agents in bootlegging conspiracy sentenced
Gaeten Dig Meune a former confidential agent in the justice department was fined $10,000 and sentenced to two years in the Atlanta federal prison after being found guilty of conspiring to obstruct justice. Co-defendants Felder Means and Jarnecke faced similar sentences, with Means and Jarnecke each given two years and fines of $19,000 and $5,000 respectively, all pending appeals. The judge ordered sentences to run consecutively, with a later date set for the formal sentencing continuation.
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Man Kills Wife and 2 Children in Maryland
Cumberland, Md., Jan 30. Russell Martin, 28, a coal miner, allegedly murdered his wife and two children, ages 4 and 10 months, then fled. Mrs Martin was found with her head nearly severed on a second floor bed, as a grim scene in the home showed walls smeared with blood while police hunted for the suspect.
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Russell Martin
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Speed anti toxin to stricken Nome
Anti-toxin bound for Nome from Nenana to fight diphtheria attired at Ruby last sight. Three minutes after reaching Ruby, 33 natives from Nenana, rhenti toxin was on its way to Kaltag. A stage from Hot Springs to Ruby completed by John Folger and Titus Nicolai.
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Leonard Seppalls
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Indict Rosken for Perjury in Ballot Conspiracy
New York January reports say Rosken a tally clerk confessed to ballot manipulation to favor Republican Nathan D Perlman over Democrat Whe lan G Slavich. He faces perjury and false return counts from the November election, claiming he acted under others’ bidding while exposing a broader conspiracy. The indictment cites his accounts of shredding ballots and concealment methods and notes related investigations in Philadelphia Boston New York Jersey City and nearby areas.
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Nathan D. Perlman
Whelan G Slavich
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Boston
Jersey Ciy
Wobnnen
Manhattan Storm Paralyzes Land and Sea Traffic
New York residents faced the worst traffic jam in years as storms crippled land and sea travel. Snow, high winds, and icy conditions delayed trains on multiple lines and stalled ferries, with boats unable to maneuver in heated harbors. the wind eased and conditions improved late, yet widespread delays persisted across transportation networks.
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New Haven
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West Shore Roads
Howe Tate
Fondaturts
French envoy vows full debt payments amid war alliance references
At a White House ceremony President Lovldice greeted new French ambassador Emile Daeschner who pledged that nations must settle debts. He recalled mutual aid in the Revolution and World War and hinted at settlement of French war debts to the United States while urging broader cooperation in postwar recovery.
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Hold Physician for State License Warrant
A plus late 19th century telegraphic style report states Dr held on a warrant amid an investigation into the death of Mrs Sage Whoa Mofdernan. The husband alleges misdiagnosis and improper treatments including electricity. The case references Coroner B C Hubbs and State’s Attorney A C Behlifler. the defendant posted a 1000 bond.
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Booth Wheeling
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Diphtheria Epidemic Reported in Nome Area
San Francisco reports a diphtheria outbreak in Nome with widespread fear. Sixteen cases and four deaths noted to date, aid limited as antivirals scarce. Nome and Alaska residents described mobilizing specialists and evacuation efforts to stem the illness.
Longworth Bans Insurgents Amid Bipartisan Row
Speaker Longworth moves to bar insurgents from the Republican caucus as he condemns La Follette followers and Western Congressmen for actions in sessions. President Coolidge backs omitting insurgents from the party lineup, signaling a caucus purge amid a heated political clash with Jeadera noted in the report.
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Republicans and La Follette clash in House fight
Washington scene as leaders press to expel insurgents from party ranks. Longworth argues Republicans must uphold the people’s mandate and bar those who aided the La Follette ticket in November. President Coolidge backs excluding nonpledged members to fulfill party pledges.
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Wheeling Medium Arrest After Ghost Stumbles
In Bellaire Ohio on January 3 William Thomas of Wheeling was arrested on forgery charges after a staged ghost encounter. He allegedly used a phony claim of spectral aid to solicit money, while accomplices reportedly tethered a rope to create a fear scenario in a dark room.
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William “Lhomas
Wheeling
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J W Arbuckle Dies At Home In Lewisburg
John W Arbuckle 78 former state senator died at his home after a long illness in Lewisburg. Born April 4 1880 he was active in state politics and later oldest member of the Greenbrier county bar. survived by widow three sons and four daughters with funeral planned for Sunday in the local area.
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Washington
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Mia
Joseph. Jefferds
Franes Arbuckle
Withington
N.C
Mindle Arbuskty
Beddford Noyes
Sharleston
Puneet
Hartman Case Goes To Jury Today
Trial of Philip Hartman, accused of killing State Trooper Wranels la Hutte, nears verdict as defense argues weaknesses in key witness statements. Prosecutor and defense deliver closing remarks. jury to decide murder charge after testimony from Sergeant Ohstrom, Major Adami, and others.
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George Benney
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Travel Impeded on Pennsylvania Highways by Snow Drift
Weather winds whip heavy snow halting travel across Pennsylvania. Officials report multiple routes blocked as drifts form along key corridors from Scranton to Washington and north to Liponler, with interstate access severely limited.
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Alderson to Get Federal Prison Likely Site Selected
The report by Attorney General Slone and cabinet secretaries recommends Alderson West Virginia as the site for a proposed federal prison for non criminals. The Monroe and Summers counties area covers about 202 acres with potential expansion to 8000 acres and a $18,000 purchase price.
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Found Guilty Of Conspiracy to Defraud U S Government
THARLES R. FOUNKS former director of veterans' bureau was yesterday convicted of conspiracy to defraud the government in the conduct of the department. The verdict followed weeks of trial with a sentence of two years in prison and a fine of 19000.
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Tharles R. Founks
Tormer Ditecine
Veterans’ Bureau
Raids Conducted Across Will county Court Probes Death
In Williams county late today, associates of Jan Heruin and Walter Newell led raids on six locations, four in Herrin, seizing liquor. Patrols aimed to locate more liquor while investigations pause on the deaths of Young, Forbes, and Warren as coroner probes continue. Glenn Young, a clan figure, was tied to a Saturday shooting.
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Coolidge Signs Smith Hoch Bill To Probe Freight Rates
The Smith Hoch measure, approved by Congress, directs the Interstate Commerce Commission to investigate general freight rate structures to see if agricultural products pay an unfair share. The action coincides with the President's agricultural commission report urging such action. Also noted is a mining accident in Jagan where John Aldrich, 20, died in a mine incident. Funeral arrangements remain incomplete.
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Borah to push farm aid amid Senate calendar backlog
Senator Borah Republican Idaho announced in the Senate that administration lenders’ delays push back the agriculture commission program. He said he will undertake placing the definite date on the calendar as the 10 remaining working days of the session pass. The discussion touched on farm aid and reorganization efforts tied to broader policy amid the looming end of the session.
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Federal fraud conviction upheld in jury verdict
Chicago report on a federal jury finding former United States veterans bureau director Forbes and associate Thompson guilty of conspiracy to defraud the government in hospital contract allocations. Verdict reached on the twelfth ballot after five hours. sentence pending. Maximum penalty two years or $16,000 fine. Defense vows appeal to higher court.
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Churien R. Forbes
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St. Louis
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Buckner to Succeed Hayward as U S Attorney in N Y
Washington Jan 39. Attorney Buckner of New York City will be appointed by President Coolidge to succeed William Hayward as United States attorney for the southern district of New York. The nomination will be sent to the Senate within a few days.
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Willam Hayward
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New York
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