Thompson wins Chicago mayoral race amid record turnout
William Hale Thompson returns to power as Chicago mayor, defeating incumbent William D. Dever and independent John Day Robertson in a three way contest that drew a near million ballots. Thompson’s victory follows a brutal campaign and signals a push for a crackdown on organized crime and corruption.
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Max Buckingham
United Press
Shucago
William Hate Thompson
America
Thompson
Chicago
William £. Dever
John Day Robertson
Dever
Robertson
Uni
HHL
Sherman
Sal
Denne
World flight ends as plane burns at Roosevelt Lake
United Proms cover Roosevelts Lake Arizona report tells of Commander Trundiseh de Pinéde attempting a world flight in a giant monoplane when a sudden blaze on the lake wrecked the craft. He and mechanics escaped by jumping or swimming to safety amid a dramatic lakefront scene with reporters present.
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United Proms
Roosevelt Lake
Ariz
Aprilie
Trundiseh de Pinéde
de Pinelo
Landis
Farmers to plan campaign on corn borer in Corry
Farmers of this section will map out plans for a vigorous fight against the European corn borer at a big meeting in Corry this Saturday at 1 pm. County farm agent R H Engle and others will present guidance, with a Dairymen's League session also set for the Municipal building. All farmers urged to attend as part of a statewide effort to curb the pest.
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Dairymen's League
Tilde Ing
R. Hi, Engle
Corry
Car Slams Pole in Maple Avenue Crash
At about 10 this morning a Ford driven by Mrs. Ida Mourton of East Wayne Street left the pavement on Maple Avenue and struck a lighting pole, causing heavy damage to the car. Police report indicate steering gear failure may have caused loss of control. Mrs. Mourton escaped with only minor injuries.
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Maple Avenue
Ford
Ida Mourton
East Wayne Street
Lewis Silent on Coal Strike Sparks Washington Silence
John L. Lewis, president of the United Mine Workers, remained silent on the coal strike as he returned to union headquarters in Indianapolis. The lack of comment followed his planned trip to Illinois and signals of no immediate central talks between operators and miners.
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Ey United
Indianapolis
Ind
John L. Lewis
United Aline Workers
Lewis
Temporary radio station licenses extend to late April
The Federal Communications Commission will grant temporary licenses to operate broadcasting stations. The extension lasts until midnight April 24, with licenses valid while the commission considers new applications for full licenses. The movement aims to cover stations during the license renewal window.
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United Prews
Washington
Apdl_6
Pecoral Raila Commission
Gammeres Department
Commission
Aqal Av
Shorter Hours Push in Harrisburg Senate Action
In Harrisburg on April 6 the Senate approved the final version of the Eisn Howes bill and sent it to the governor. The chamber also passed the Maccay House bill to set a salary cut of $8,000 for county officials including clerk and councilman, reflecting tighter fiscal measures.
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Harrisburg
Aqreight
Einas Howes
Senate
Gavernof
Coun
Siliman Jnritfea
Shird Chase
House Approves Welfare Bond Issue in Harrisburg
Harrisburg April 6 The House approved plans for a referendum on a 30 million dollar constitutional amendment bond issue. The bond funds would be used to support welfare institutions of the state. If the Senate passes the measure, it will go to voters at the next election.
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HOUSE
Waited Press
Harisburg
Senate
Dr James Beelus to Speak at Beebe Kiwanis Ladies Night
Dr James A Beelus president of Allegheny College Meadville will speak at the Kiwanis Ladies Night at the Hirtal Corry tonight. He is a leading educator and will address Kiwanis members and their wives on the event featuring elaborate arrangements and entertainments. The observance is scheduled for 8:30 tonight.
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Allegheny College
Hotel Corry
James A. Beelus
Meadville
Will
Kiwanis Ulur
Hirtal Corry
Beebe
Heal
Allegheny Cot Tepe
Work on Union Road Estate Plan Private Golf Course
A large force of men works on the former Dingle farm east of the Union City fish hatchery. Leon Shreve, who recently bought the property, plans a modern country estate with a private golf course. An Erie professional assists in laying out the course as heavy spending and rapid construction proceed on the hill near the hatchery.
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Leon Shreve
Union City
Corrinles
Trie
Dingle
Erie
Mir Shreve
Sonny
Union Hatchery
Coderate
Speed Continues Watchword in Legislature
Harrisburg April 7 The Pennsylvania legislature presses to clear a crowded calendar with final adjournment set for April 14. Both houses meet to finish election reform laws including an optional secret ballot measure and a study commission to codify election laws while approving administration bills on voter assistance and campaign costs.
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Senate
Hoge
House
Rei
Harris
Insurance bill stalled in Pennsylvania legislature
In Harrisburg on May 6 United Press reports a heated debate over a proposed minimum automobile liability requirement. The bill would set at least $4000 coverage for motor vehicles, but the measure was removed from the calendar by opponents from Philadelphia and others seeking changes.
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Harrisburg
Uumudatiry
Penhiaylvania
Ses Sion
Lepistatire
Alver
Fia
Representig
Tia Fkwm
Pitadelphia
Operators and Miners Resume Verbal Duel in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh leaders clash over coal production as United Mine Workers announce a strategy to curb Pittsburgh Coal Company output. Officials report 4847 workers active, with picket presence down, and nonunion operation continuing at Horace Baker’s Pittsburgh Thermal Coal. The dispute centers on production cuts and jurisdiction, with statements predicting tougher actions ahead.
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United Prous
Pittsburgh
Unon
Ellin
Lear
United Dine: Workers
Joenal
Philip Murray
Saion Now
Po Fagan
Murray
Pittsburgh Coal Company
National Union
Pittslureh
C.K. Lesher
Mnin
United Aline Workers of America
Pittsburgh Boal
Lesher
Horace Vo Baker
Pittsburgh Termal Chal Company
Plans Tire Repair Shop Opens in St James Hotel Building
Harold Loveland leases a room in the north side of the remodeled St James Hotel building on South Center street and will open a modern tire repair shop. He will handle repair work, vulcanizing, and tires and tubes, with an opening planned for April. The shop will use the large jet adjacent to the building for automobile access from Center Street.
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St James Hotel
Dpring
Sibsite Munkiniean
Akron
Ohio
Com
St James
South Center Street
J.B. Patterson
Lovelands
Auress Fap Automobiles
Center Street
Lineman Involved In Alley Fight In Third Ward
A lineman named McNair was struck with an iron bar during a fight at an alley off Allen Street in the Third Ward last night. He sustained a severe scalp wound needing several stitches and was taken to Comy Hospital for treatment. Two acquaintances were arrested on conduct charges, while a third participant avoided further trouble.
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McNair
Allen Street
Thermian Isard Tr Maye
Theater
Gas Tax Boost Bill Passed in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg April 6 United Press reports the Pennsylvania Senate has approved a gas tax increase, speeding the measure toward the governor for signature. The bill passed 46 to 3 with four opposed and one abstention, ensuring higher fuel costs for motorists and adding to state revenue.
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United Pres
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Senate
Tires
France marks war anniversary with Foch and Doumergue messages
Paris reports Marshall Foch and President Doumergue delivered messages for the tenth anniversary of the US declaration of war on Germany. They linked the remembrance to the American Legion convention, praising sacrifice and solidarity, and urging continued peace efforts. The presidents urged lasting Franco American friendship and resilience.
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Marshal Foch
Doumergue
Ameria
Paris
Marshall Foch
Doumereule
Germany
United States
American Legion
America
Vali
Hewar Tien
Damm
Reedagnéret
Conarada
Coolidge
France
Américan Legion
Oil Distillery Blast Kills and Injures Dozens at Parko Plant
An explosion at the Producers and Refiners Corporation distillery in Parco Wyoming at 6:00 AM unleashed a blast that killed at least five workers, injured nine, and left several missing. Large tanks ruptured, debris shattered nearby windows, and authorities cited high or low pressure and possible water flooding as causes amid a three hour fire fight.
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United Pros
PARCO
Wyo
Producers and Refers Corporation
Bonirot
Knuyn Ter
Whey
Frank Taylor
Dodd
Me Sherman
Victoriana Morn
Hravt
Greely Martinez
Pred Jeeme
Worlanen
Losion
Wye
Lee
Itvan
Producers and Refiners Corporation Hies
Albert Smith
Clarence Posey
Victor Dickerson
Mare
Ile
Towoe Ane
PSM
Unser
Anti American Sentiment Grows in Party
In Washington on April, Rep McFadden of Pennsylvania and President Gootidge met after returning from an island inspection. He declared that Porto Rivas must be made to know the island is American and will remain American, signaling rising anti American sentiment within the party.
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United Prose
Washington
Party
McFadden
Penna
Gootidge
Porto Rivas
Radio features and network hookups listed for station broadcasts
A listing of radio features and hookups across multiple stations. Programs include Shannon Quartet on WJZ at 10 p m Eastern, National Light Opera Company on WAP, and an Army Band broadcast. WIZ and WBC stations feature Maxwell Horn and a lecture on Wagner's Das Rheingold at 8 p m Eastern Central.
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WEBH
Radiotrans
Shannon
Wear War
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