Congress probes Mellon's office holding over ties to trade
The Senate judiciary committee opened an informal investigation into Secretary of the Treasury Mellon amid questions whether a cabinet officer may hold office beyond a president's term and whether Mellon maintained interests in commerce. The panel plans to rule on precedents and the legality of Mellon's status and possible stock holdings in 62 corporations in 1919.
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Reserve Board Inquiry Demands Broad Congressional Review
Rep Frank Reid of Illinois introduced a resolution calling for a congressional investigation of the Federal Reserve Board’s activities and policies over the past decade. The measure seeks to probe the board’s role in curb speculation, its statements on securities values, and whether policy was shaped by economic conditions, with 18 questions to test the board’s motives. Meanwhile in Wisconsin, the Assembly voted 50 to 45 to repeal the Grobschmidt dry law and sent the bill to the Senate.
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State judges get salary boosts in new bill passage
Harrisburg April 17 The general judicial salary booster passed the bill today by a wide vote, proposing raises for all state judges including the Supreme and Allegheny County courts. Chief Justice salary would rise to 20000 per year, with other increases set by circuit and population. The measure, not amended in the House, now goes to the governor.
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Senate approves new motor code boosting fees amid unresolved origin blast
Harrisburg April 17 The Senate passed the motor code reviving the old code with amendments approved by the House. The measure is expected to raise more than 4 million dollars in two years from operator and passenger licenses and heavier vehicle fees. The Senate also passed the general appropriation bill totaling 1245000 for two years. Lt Governor James clashed over the roll call, threatening to defeat the message. Meanwhile a blast near Wey City caused extensive damage and sparked inquiries into its origin with police unsure of the exact site near the old truck plant. Reports of a still explosion circulated but police traced the blast to a nearby power and transit area, with tremors felt citywide. In other news Judge Willem Parker ruled the sale of Galena Oil properties to Texan Corporation legal in Venango County.
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Venango County
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Coolidge Fishes Without License in Conn. Region
Former president Coolidge fished in Connecticut streams without a license, a misdemeanor on private property. The incident sparked legislative action as Connecticut inched toward allowing non residents to obtain licenses with state approval. Senator McLean noted Coolidge had no license, and locals recorded a trout haul, prompting debate on permits and enforcement.
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Hoover Plan Draws Mixed Views in Congress
Washington April 17 Disappointment voiced over President Hoover's farm plan as the House moves to tackle unfinished business and the Senate holds recess. Republican lawmakers debate adding a bounty scheme to wheat pricing, while Sen Caraway pushes the measure amid uncertainty about White House support.
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Arkansas
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Drawing in Gold Contest at Cory merchants
Mrs Roy Fields of Kingstrey wins the $250 first prize in the Cory merchants drawing. Ticket 25,093 secures the first award as crowds gather at the Journal office for the $600 in gold contest. The second prize goes to ticket 34,865, third to 131,110, and fourth to 53,262 with tickets held for two days for verification. The drawing was conducted by Cale Hall.
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Today's Five Best Radio Entertainments
Radio guide lists five programs across networks. Bourbon's symphony orchestra airs on WIR and CBS at 12:30. Hank Simons' show boat appears on WBAP and NBC. The Revellers and others are on WOR CBS at 10:00. WIZ NBC at 10:00 features Economics Congress with noted speakers.
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Thunder by radio from Wey tonight in Schenectady
An artificial thunder storm will be broadcast from WEY the General Electric station tonight at 8:15. The event, linked to the Pills field plant in Massachusetts, will be followed by an address from Z. W. Peek, electrical engineer. Five million volts will be transmitted to relay the storm.
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Pennsylvania House and Senate end session with no road bills
Harrisburg reports the legislative session winds down with no highway mileage increases. Many measures were killed in committee as the volume of introduced bills overwhelmed the process. The governor’s stated opposition to adding mileage appears to shape the final adjournment.
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Fisher
Bandits Rob Payroll Cash Haul In New York Taxi
Four gunmen opened fire on a payroll taxi in New York injuring Patrolman Joseph Clancy and striking a boy. The Bell Telephone Company laboratories payroll valued at about 38000 dollars was seized, McKane uninjured as the criminals fled in a passing car after a brief exchange of shots.
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Una
Bell Telephone Company
Telephone Company
Joseph Clancy
John McKine
Chatham and Phenix National Bank and Trust Co
Hudson
Morton
Clancy
McKane
Death claims Marvin Wight Civil War veteran reaches ninth decade
Marvin Wight a Corry resident for about sixty years and Civil War veteran of Company F 6th New York Volunteer Cavalry died at his West Frederick street home after a brief pneumonia illness. He would have turned ninety July 11 and spent years as a pattern-maker at the Ajax plant. Born in Centerville New York he served in major Civil War battles including Gettysburg and Bull Run and endured five and a half months as a Belle Island prisoner. He came to Corry in 1870 and was active in Post 70 Grand Army of the Republic. He is survived by a daughter Nellie Wight and will be laid to rest at Pine Grove cemetery with services Friday afternoon.
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New York Cavalry
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Wietit
Hin
Ming Nellie Wight
W. A. Willams
Ol City
Pine Grove
Progress in Inquiry Into Chicken Theft at Crawford County Farm
Authorities continue investigation into the Sunday night theft of twenty chickens from Alen Laird’s farm on the Sorry Spartansburg road. Chief Tipton reports progress and expects Meadville county detective help to aid Crawford County efforts. Early arrests are anticipated as promising leads are pursued.
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Tipton
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Inesmuch
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Jedr Lovell
Padlock Six Erie Places In Prohibition Action
Federal Judge B. Schoommalker ordered padlocking of all buildings at Hile Pa for violation of the prohibition laws. Owners named include Peter Brantly Jere fy Mellow C J Mortis George Star berg C J Mokeia and Anthony Pie cop.
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Pittsburgh
Hile
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