Secret of Steady Local Trade Gains Highlight Spring
Four prominent city business leaders say rising incomes and consumer spending drive improved commerce in Chartertan and nearby areas. They cite April and May activity, steady sales increases in tobacco and paper goods, and fewer business failures as signs of a healthy economy, with expectations of further growth by summer.
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John F. Artey
Arter Paint Une of
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Crowley Company
Wholeaile Tabucco
Momie
Ronson Aldemandle
Asuton
Ife
Engine car ruined in wreck none hurt
A wreck on the Parkerburg line near Faydate injures two rail workers but harms no passengers. Engineer Benwood suffers a crushed shoulder and arm burn. conductor Towhey burns and back strain. The locomotive overturned, caboose and annex left rails, traffic halted for hours. Cause under investigation.
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Traltia
Chicago Slayer Faces Death Penalty as State Presses Case
In Chicago Mart Durkin sits in court as prosecutors demand a death verdict for the shooting of Federal Agent Edward Shanahan. Attorneys say Durkin confessed in part and justify capital punishment, while defense argues self defense and questions the motive.
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Martin Durkin
Jung L
Harry S. Mitters
Edwart Shanakhan
Tarin
Lowikh Abe
Bane
Irma Sullivan Durkin
Urenard
Louis Blumenthal
Michael A Rumane
Staten Atticer
Marty Durkin
Betty Vernot
Leo
Durkin
Shanahan
Heated Debate Over French Debt Settlement In House
Washington June 1 The House resumed a heated debate on the French war debt settlement after opponents blocked a first vote on ratification. Rep Tilman indicated plans to press action tomorrow to send a bill to the Senate while facing stiff opposition. Democrats Collins and Aloes attacked the deal citing France’s capacity to pay, while Chairman Cirern of the Ways and Means Committee called the funding peaceful but questioned terms. The House will reconvene at noon to vote on ratification after further debate.
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Aterhan
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Hoon
Green
Jane
Senate
Renaiona
New York
Man 60 Admits Killing Two With Fists
Mundail Tablin a 60 year old man with a powerful build confessed to police that he struck down two men in a barn in Rutland. He initially said self defense after an argument escalated into violence. The victims Barnarde and Sam Carrara were described as strong men from Claresdon Spruats.
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Mundail
Tablin
Maxie
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Noe
Hin
Barnarde
Sam Carrara
Wood Choapera
Claresdon Spruats
Fire boss trapped after mine explosion in Virginia
In Apollo Virginia a mine explosion at Poulson Coal left fire chief Jarry Floyd missing. A search party from the US Bureau of Mines and volunteers found a body about four miles from the crest after many hours of effort. The cause of the blast was not yet determined.
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Poulson Coal Company
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Reacon
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Ting
Disorder in Police Ranks Plagued by Too Many Charges
A local patrolman complains of disorder as officers face conflicting charges after a traffic incident on Virginia Avenue. Patrolman Prowse arrested a suspect for reckless driving while others debate the propriety of multiple charges, with tension spilling into the station and a call for concise notices to the public.
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Dan Prowes
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L Bardly
Bulag Hut
Hilsan Han
Ralativa
Withrow
Pabedan
Bloody Vision of Slain Victim Haunts Slayer
Ty Hobbs, owner of the Central Hotel in Atlanta, confesses to involvement in the Clarke jeweler murder. He describes thoughts of guilt and a lifelong crime spree after running away at 14, claiming a haunted mind and subsequent prison terms. Police continue to investigate his account.
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Myaeit
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Cowan
Commander Byrd Pilot Honored in Navy Award
June 1 report notes Lieutenant Commander St J Herd and Floyd Dennett, who piloted a craft near the North Pole, were recommended to Congress by Secretary of the Navy Wilbur with Bureau of the Budget approval. Officials express appreciation for congratulatory messages from Wilbur and Rear Admiral Moffett. News recounts Byrd’s retirement and the polar flight being chased by delivery delays and London arrival. Delegates from 215 congregations gather in Pittsburgh for the 57th convention of the Pittsburgh Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church.
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London
WV Assocation of Oa lametriate Elects Officers At Conven tion
De Dion Gallagher of Cunziea ten wee elected president of the Wret Virginia Assoration of Oa lametriate at the cloning sensation the eighteenth annual conven tion held yesterday. Daty Hurrell, another Charleston optometriot, was elected secretary treasurer of the mentadation. Other officers named include Dr. W. Le Murpi of Fairmont as first vice president and J. Ute Mark of Chirtenten as second vice president. The executive committee includes Dr. Wes Mayra of Wheellagger William Greenepon of Aberteldi Wson of Clarkebure and Dr. Marty Paul of Uhirsun who will chair the aptemetriate for iithela.
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Mitnela Cole Lear
Eahimittes
World Exposition Opens in Philadelphia with Vast Displays
The World Expo in Philadelphia draws large crowds as buildings near completion despite some exhibits not yet installed. Kentucky day features a welcome ceremony, Sulgrave Manor dedication, and a variety of performances while foreign nations protest over withheld displays. An ice sculpture post is shown and many visitors observe crowded halls as officials estimate attendance around ninety thousand.
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Ialn
Annual Rose Show Opens in Charleston Today
The 11th annual Charleston Rose Show opens at noon with judging to follow. Garden club members and exhibitors must bring blooms by 9 20 am. doors stay open to the public 12 pm to 10 pm as preparations and judging proceed.
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Garden Club
Evolution Law Battle Continues As Tennessee Courts Await Fall Ruling
Tennessee schools will operate under the anti evolution law until the supreme court issues a decision in fall. The Tennessee Academy of Science plans to seek repeal next term while protests and courtroom clashes highlight the case. Darrow defends intellectual freedom and attacks the law’s constitutionality as McConnita argues for state power.
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Crininal Law
K. T. McConnita
Sriniland Courte
Democrats Sweep Mayoral Race In Wacmeat Election
In Kidgvoon the Democratic candidate Wie won the mayoral seat by 342 votes over Republican George J. Hurd. Democrats also took three of four council seats. bond issue in Richwood South failed by about 100 votes. Ward results show Democrats leading in Umbarger and Rhodes. short and long term council seats decided with party winners.
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Thomas Aynts
Apiord Winkhispublican
Coolidge’s Dry Order Faces Collapse Amid Delayed Authority
President Coolidge’s executive order to enlist 10000 officers to enforce prohibition teeters on collapse as no single application for federal enforcement authority is approved. Senate probes move slowly. Green’s department stalls requests amid opposition and political risk.
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Virginian Railway Appeal Accepted by Supreme Court
The Virginian railway company wins a move to advance its appeal to the Supreme Court over an Interstate Commerce Commission order affecting coal shipments from mines in the New River belt of West Virginia. The government argues bundled freight rates with the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway hinder market access. Virginian calls the claim false and in the public interest.
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Failure of Jimmie City Stirs Philadelphia Society
Philadelphia society buzzed as reports linked Florida real estate firm Floranada Club to a bankruptcy case. Figures cited include Mrs Stotembury and Cromwell, former head of American British Improvement Corp, with names of Reading railroad, Baldwin locomotive works, and other prominent residents named in connection with the scandal.
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Bridge Repair Begins After City County Conference
County Engineer RR Darton and City Engineer Hotx Campbell start investigations this morning to pick the fastest repair method for the river bridge. Mayor Wertz says weight limits will be enforced to protect the structure while the plan is finalized. The joint session also noted AML Industries may transfer truck loads away from the bridge if overweight risks arise.
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