Proportional Representation in Cities Faces Political Backlash
An examination of past letters and reforms shows how proportional representation challenged machine politics in New York and Cleveland. It notes Tammany Hall's defeat and warns that reform optimism can fade as officials adapt to new voting systems.
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Huey Long
Louisiana
Commonwealth
Kingfish
Adolph Hitler
Germany
Frankfurter Zeitung
Zeitung
Manchester Guardian
Guardian
United States
Kansas City
City of
New York
Tammany Hall
State Court of Appeals
Tammany
Cleveland
Navy conducts record nonstop flight from San Diego
The Navy launched the lowest massed nonstop flight in history when 12 flying boats departed San Diego harbor at 11:27 a.m. heading to Coen Solo, Canal 4 Ine, a journey of 3,057 miles. Seventy two officers and men formed the crews of the giant aircraft.
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San Diego
Navy
Coen Solo
Canal 4
Ine
Accident Near Green River Camp Claims Life
State Patrolman George Baker responded to a 1:30 a.m. crash near Green River camp in Santa Ana Canyon Orange County. The collision in Orange County resulted in one death.
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George Baker
Green River Camp
Santa Ana Canyon
Orange County
Forest Fires Reported Across Riverside Areas
Fire fronts and scorching heat challenged Riverside regions as temperatures climbed. State forestry workers and US Forest Service crews battled a large blaze in Tip Canyon near Alberta, with several hundred acres burned but limited dwelling damage and crews gaining control.
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Frestry
Tip
Albertall
Sao Sierra
Madrid hospital blast buries 750 amid siege fighting
In Madrid University City hospital, Loyalists exploded two mines causing a massive blast that buried about 750 men with munitions and machine guns. The building was split and siege battles raged there for over six months amid intense fighting.
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Madrid
Tvro
Seige of
Five Men on Trial in Mail Fraud Case
Trial opened in Indianapolis for five men including former Colorado governor J Morley. They are charged with using the mail with intent to defraud.
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Indianapolis
J. Morley
Colorado
Attempt Peace In Hotel Strike In San Francisco
The 59 day hotel strike was extended while labor conciliator William Madtson met employers and union members seeking an end to the dispute. In Washington the Senate Judiciary committee passed the Weener and ticking bill 13 to 3 with Senator Connely voting no, citing doubt of a southern filibuster.
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San Francisco
William Madtson
Washington
Senate Judiciary Committee
Connely
Obo
Sapien
San Fair State Park
Bernass
California
Constable Chesiptn
Choithiahoe
Barrie Funeral Plans Near Completion in London
Funeral arrangements are near completion for Sir James Barrie who died Saturday from bronelia pneunonia. At his bedside was Peter Davies who inspired Barrie to write Peter Pan. The writer's estate, the largest ever left by a British author, is expected to total $1,500,000.
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London
James Barrie
Bronelia Pneunonia
Peter Davies
Barrie
Peter Pan
Family of six perishes in Kansas collision near Ellis
An entire family of six was killed in an automobile crash three miles west of Ellis. Mrs. Peter Dietrich and her four children died from burns, while the father, a farmer near Ellis, died later at a hospital.
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Hays
Kansas
Ellis
Peter Dietrich
Oomba
Pecurgus Grico
Mary Ann Allen
Fied
Myo
Giaene Wis
Fiearge
W. Girive
Ales. Thomas
Threshang
California
Los Angeles
Tenay Riverside
Mroo
Thomas
Thaeres
Corona Recenes Publigety in Oregon Paper
Editorial notes from The Mresen Deady Tonic Portland describe Corona’s pioneer history and growth. A Riverside to Orange county route and a circle street layout shaped Corona’s development. The piece recalls Magnolia Avenue trees, a Living Wall landmark, citrus crops, and early settlers including George WY Whomis. It covers population growth to about 7000 and land use changes, with personal reminiscences and a continued continuation note.
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Mresen Deady Tonic
Portland
Amaenetrayvente
Riverside
Arlington
Orange County
Cali
Corona
Circle City
Che Fomechiete
Many Witness Park Dedication Ceremony Details
Fragmented report describes a dedication event for Many Witness Park with mentions of state park officials, local committees, and community figures. Names such as Guy Hi. Crampbell and Mrs. Roo Cowgill appear amid scattered notes on speakers, attendees, and ceremonial activities.
Bank of America Open House Draws Wary Guests
A corroded OCR excerpt reports Bank of America opening day at Corona with officials from Riverside Pomona Ontario and Claremont branches attending. City mayor and bank executives toured the new facility as staff and managers welcomed visitors amid bouquets from local firms and organizations.
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Raturday
Ilbetween
Coronda Danteehoof Tack
Agmerted
Cours Fea
Diertion
Coa Steves
Wo. Co
Plen- Hin
Assistih Piceader
Clive of
Corona
Tin Huckins
Corona Charmber
Jerak Pinieasem
Riverside
Styervisor
Pep
Chief Justice Hughes Addresses Informal Philosophy
An informal address by Chief Justice Hughes cites alien philosophy and preservation, presented in a Providence setting with references to officials and civic figures. The speech touches on constitutional principles and judicial perspective amid procedural pressures and public interest.
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Justic Hughes
Russian Thers to Tour for Month
Russian authorities plan a month long tour involving March travel for officials and media. Ambassadors state preparations are underway and security measures will be heightened during the visit with returning officials to Moscow anticipated.
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Thers
Cnet
Betas
Moscow
Alexander ‘Pravanovski
Staeetoan Peart Bane
Pipe Ab
Opate
Yale
Nettiebeer
Patedey
Townsend Pension Motion Stirs Aid Debate
Townspeople push for a $200 pension as advocates flag long struggle for seniors to obtain relief. The piece names representatives and local officials involved in pressing for immediate action and outlines the political maneuvering surrounding the proposal.
Unclear OCR Text Summary
The readable fragments reference a named female figure and a state topic with dieting and posts. Other parts mention a person named Pat Patttley Dyers and various garbled terms. No coherent event or outcome is discernible from the legible material.
Emerson Returns From 2 Conventions
Emerson reports attendance at two conventions and mentions leaders, delegates, and dates. The narrative lists individuals and places tied to postmaster association activities and related sessions in multiple locations. The text also refers to weather, crops, and traffic notes from Santa Monte to Mitchell, with varied mentions of community names.
Monks of Stent Order Testify by Dispensation
A legal action details monks testifying by special dispensation regarding a $1000 damage claim against the Monastery of Our Lady of the Valley. William Devin sues over injuries from a ghomb e incident at the monastery and the proceedings center on witness testimony.
Earthquake Shakes Lima Peru Today
A strong earthquake struck Lima Peru with reports of a 7.22 magnitude event and a secondary tremor. Seismologists note widespread shaking across the city with a path unclear and multiple reports from observers. Local authorities urged caution as crews assess damage and potential aftershocks continue.
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Pasadena
Judge Sentences Murderer Today In New York
Justice James Hallinan sentenced Mrs Helen Tiernan to 20 years to life in a state prison. The proceedings occurred in River Head New York as the defendant faces potential parole after serving roughly 13 years.
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Helen Piernan
River Head
N. Y
James
Wweonten
Norca Legion Council Meeting Attracts 40 Members and Guests
A Norca Legion Council session drew about 40 attendees from Riverside County and Southern California posts. Commander Ben Liebermann and Bishop of the 21st district spoke, with remarks on local Legion matters and guest introductions at Immunity Hall.
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Norca Legion Council
Andersedn Legion
Krank BF
Ben Liebermann
Orange
Norca
Aimerican Legion
Riverside County
Californa
Norea
Conanther
Travesi
Huntington
Plantington Beach
Missing Woman Said To Be in Greenwich
Greenwich police report a missing woman likely located in Greenwich after a series of inquiries and statements. Family and officials pursue leads as residents report possible sightings and follow up on last known movements through local contacts.
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Greenwich
Los Angeles Butter and Poultry Prices and New York Market Quotes
Daily quotations show butter and poultry prices with declines in Valencia orange and lemon markets. Valencia cars 38 and 27 lemon cars sold in New York today with Valencias $4.15 to $8.30 and lemons $5.10 to $7.05. Auctioned Corona fruit includes Progressive lemons 26.84 and Sunset lemons 3.60 in Baltimore. Southland Beauties 6.15 and Justrite 5.35 in Philadelphia.
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New York
Progressive
Ski
Corona Beauty
Glen Ranch Cor
Grove Std
Baltimore
Corona
Sunset iChy
Philadelphia
Southland Beauties
Skt
Justrite
Minerva
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Corona Recenes Publigety
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Paw Bee
Eye Nam
Jon
Corea
Auery
Westbypook
Ferand Jhinton
Bers
Dan Puckigs
Mes
Qs Andrews
Wyburn UC
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Jaimeson
Jayci
Jameson
Robert
Veaeh
Modle Hiapp
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Judgeeoree McCantley
Cheopie
Cheergae
Bank OF America
Providence
Justive
Charles Ivans Phuahos
TS Supresnes
Pete Lobot
Ara Ekberg
Townsend
Leoishaire Committee
Wasteington
Brane
Pownsend
Legion
Ton Tope
Wa Post
Wedoe
Tibet
du Pont
Duo Ponts
Ps Ogadterigg
Lady Paattley Dyers
Oternaes
Emerson
Harold Bo Byron
Ehoaeter National
Hited
Ordos
Ieroni
Sesstoms
Visti Forte
Meenaea
Santa Monte
Jemerson
Cen
Miers
Mil
Stanley
Pious Varsal
Charles Vernwig
Willian
Munn
Gurl
George Mees
Hawity Patrolitac
Hagtiway Co
Vany Pronto
Vo Treayey
Petbron
Petite Pets
Vibe Opeark Sturday
Aiste
Ted
Mitchell
Seventh Street
Thorpling
Lima
Peru
Pero
Conn
Wallhattmm
Dome
Pit Sentis
Mvurter
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