White House Scene Ten Years Ago Painted in War Moment
Thomas L. Stokes recounts the April 6 1917 shift when Woodrow Wilson and family welcomed news of U S entry into World War I. President Coolidge today in similar office, amid quiet prosperity, contrasts with the bustle of War War declaration in 1917. Forster recalls the momentous rush as the resolution passed Congress and the White House prepared to publish the war note. A sale ad for a horse and wagon is appended at the end.
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Chinese Disorder Spreads to Peking
In Peking on April 6, a raid by about 300 Chinese police targeted the Soviet diplomatic quarter and two American alleged propagandists. The arrests followed the police detention of two Americans suspected of disseminating propaganda. The events prompted diplomatic tension near the British and Soviet embassies, with police holding the detainees in hotel rooms for questioning.
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Sapiro Comes To Lowden Defense In Courtroom
In Detroit during a cross examination in the Ford Sapiro libel case Senator Jas Reed questioned Aaron Sapiro about the national wheat stock advisory committee personnel and whether the members were growers The witness named Lowden as a grower and the senator demanded clarification on Lowden’s relationship to farmers. the exchange touched on the size of the group and the role of farmers in policy debates.
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Ripley Man Honored by Rochester Auto Club
Apr oph A. McGinniés of the Assembly received the endorsement of the Automotive Club of Rochester and political readers of Rochester. A testimonial dinner for the Speaker attracted 125 of Grand county's representative citizens in appreciation of his work opposing the gasoline tax in the last legislative session.
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Legislators Study Finance Revenue Estimates Revealed
Harrisburg April reports from United Press indicate state fiscal officers project about 190.29 million dollars available from the general fund to cover appropriations for the next biennium. Administration estimates place revenues at around 1.596756 million, with officers noting a roughly 9 million dollar gap attributed to timing of receipts and treasury balances.
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Skylight break-in robs Monessen jewelry store
Thieves entered the St Layla jewelry store in Monessen, Pennsylvania, through a skylight and looted about $10,000 in goods including 300 watches. Police traced the break-in to someone familiar with the building and a roof access route. No clues were left at the scene as investigators reviewed the damaged shop and surrounding area.
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Training for Scout Leaders in City Initiatives
Local notice invites members and leaders to a Scout Leaders Training course led by Mr Frayer and other club officials. The program aims to resume active Scout activities and includes a crafting course and a registration for a forthcoming trips schedule. Participants are urged to join and take advantage of the opportunity.
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Immediate death sentences sought for Sacco and Vanzetti
Brockton Mass April 6 Immediate imposition of the death sentences in the Sacco and Vanzetti case will be asked Saturday District Attorney Winfield M Wilbur announced today after the state supreme court overruled the defendants exceptions The prosecution plans to seek immediate sentencing following the failed bid for a new trial by the convicted murderers.
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Mello-Glo French Process Face Powder Ad Card
An advertisement promotes MELLO-GLO a special French Process Face Powder from Antes & Co. Claiming a fade resistant glow it promises skin that stays vibrant and peachy. The copy emphasizes a unique formula and repeats the brand name MELLO-GLO for recall.
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Six Mexicans Held In Abduction Plot
Six Mexicans were arrested in Mexico City on April 6 over an alleged abduction plot targeting American officials. U.S. agents said the group, linked to a former Zapotec general and others, planned to abduct Watts and transport him toward the Cyrenaean Road while accomplices watched a nearby river. The case involves U.S. and Mexican authorities and a possible international conspiracy, with further revelations expected from officials in Washington.
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Floating distillery raided on Monongahela River
Federal agents seized a floating distillery on the Monongahela River in November. Abel and Norman Watson of Charleroi were arrested in Pittsburgh and charged as proprietors. They escaped the raid by diving into the river the night of the operation.
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Election bills advanced by Senate with House pending
Five election bills advanced by the Senate today and moved toward third readings. Administrative measures on information dissemination and illegal assistance were held advanced. Harris voting machine resolution and two Harris registration bills remained advanced as House calendar action lagged.
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Sure Way 70 Stop Night Coughing
A remarkable prescription named Thox ing, storking of an entirely different principle, goes direct to the cause and is guaranteed to stop the stubborn cough within 15 minutes. One swallow suffices. if it fails, money back. Safe for children. also good for sore throat. Sold by Ames and all drug stores.
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Peace Near in Nicaragua and Uprising Suppressed
A garbled dispatch from Washington notes peace near in Nicaragua as negotiations falter. It mentions an embassy statement and a decisive final drive by revolutionaries, with federal columns engaging forces and reports of clashes and suppressive actions amid ongoing turmoil.
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Unclear excerpt from United Press dispatch
Fragmentary text from United Press reports mentions Frank, a farmer, intent on moving to New York and a woman hoping for something to do with long term property and an agreement. The legible parts are insufficient to establish a clear event, date, or outcome.
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Gasolines Cut One Penny in New York Market
Gasoline prices in New York show a one cent drop with declines noted across stations. Reported prices vary by outlet as drivers observe a slight but noticeable reduction at the pump.
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