America's Participation at Genoa Again Sought
The United States grant of participation at Genoa becomes a political focus as President Harding signals a hard line and a near ultimatum to Russia. Thousands are displaced by the Mississippi flood, with refugees fleeing flooded lands and farms. In New Orleans and Vicksburg reports detail levee breaches and near disaster along major river towns. The crisis dominates news as the nation marks Grant’s anniversary with calls for more men of his type.
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Vicksburg
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Act to Extend Arms Limitation In America
Legislative leaders push a broader arms limitation act amid moves by Latin American republics toward restricting armaments along lines discussed in the Washington parley. Officials cite shared security aims and the need to reduce arms race pressures in the Western Hemisphere.
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America
Republica
Washington
Chile Prefers Armament Limits At Pan American Talks
Chile pushes to discuss limiting armament in Latin America at the Santiago conference. Ambassador Beltran Mathieu will liaise with U.S. officials and Pan American Union leaders to place armament restraint on the agenda, aiming for ship by ship reductions or general cuts, with rapid completion expected.
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Rust Stépe
Lim
Latin America
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Santiago
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Latins America
Washington
Raid on Ku Klux Klan Offices Reported in California
Officials raided Ku Klux Klan offices in Los Angeles and other states last night, seizing records on Klan activities. Investigators cited capture of data tied to Grand Goblin Frack Coburn and King Kleaple ice and the removal of files from headquarters.
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RY Uyiten
Los Angeles
Federal control of wireless telephones challenged
United Press reports April 27 that recommendations for special control of all wireless telephones in the nation were submitted by Secretary of Commerce Hoover. The plan calls for a supervising twelve member board including Hoover and governs distribution of wartime assets and government radio stations.
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Washington
Sertary of Commerce
Hoover
Congress
Hunger strikers opponent urges repeal of peace pact
In Dublin April 27 United Press reports Mary Swit slater of Tate Lord Mayur of nk died after a hunger strike in a British prison. She says she will move a way in jail to rescind the peace treaty as Britain votes. Supporters expect strong show of sentiment from Slat Pein par and De Valeraites. Alice Turner’s condition remains hopeful. Wanda Leonard visits from Meadville to see a friend.
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Dublin
Mary Mr. Switslater
Tate
Lord Mayur
Ate
Great Britain
We Coniston
Mra
Alice ‘Turner
Wanda Leonard
Meadville
Mrs
Liquor Cases Reported as Settled in City Court
Reports state nine liquor cases scheduled for hearing before the county court. Two offenders appeared and pled guilty with fines reported at two hundred dollars each. other details remain unclear as local announcements remain cautious about earlier sentences and penalties.
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Niky
Jo Ing T Erle
Qireselling
Truip
Kailty
American Miners Seek British Support During Strike
Indianapolis April 22 United Press reports that organizing British coal imports to break a 650000 American miners strike will prompt a call for a sympathetic British miners walkout. The UMW announcement followed a Rome telegram from the international executive committee stating any such suggestion will receive sympathetic consideration.
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Indianapolis
Britain
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Nore
Taminy
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Rome
Ship Sinks Off Brittany Coast With 29 Missing
A steamer named Depute Alberto Talland ier sank in a storm about thirty miles off the Brittany coast. Twenty two PENONN are missing, while ten of the thirty two crew members were rescued from the cold waters. Ships and the English Channel patrol search the area for survivors and wreckage.
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United Press
LE Wavris
Penonn
Depute
Alberto Tallandier
Foyntereth
State experts may reform city tax assessment process
City officials discuss bringing in state experts to oversee and restructure property assessments. Director Thomas Mehaffey plans to install a modern system, citing widespread complaints about the current board. A tax expert could be sent to direct the assessment work and ensure equitable valuations.
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Evie Dent
Piminte
Thomas Mehaffey
Mehaffey
Alan
Txa
Ttim
Board of Assessors
Yasessorg
J Herman Krisely
Te Focal Board
Wons
Lully
Counelimante
Asessors
Former French President Near Death Reported in Paris
In Paris on April 27 the former French president Desotianel, of Francr, was reported to be critically ill with grippe and suffering from lung congestion. The report cites United Prova as the source.
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Paris
Desotianel
Francr
Grippe
Mullingar Scene of Bitter Irish Fighting
Dublin reports a two hour battle at Mullingar County Westmeath between Free State and insurgent troops. At least two killed and many wounded as fighting raged under darkness. Initial reports said loyal forces attacked. later updates claimed Free State control of the town before insurgents withdrew and returned with artillery and machine guns.
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Dublin
Free State
Mullinger
County Westmonth
Mullinger Fu
Jan Ftor
Muryonte
Tee State
Neurhy Ile
Croopa
Quarket
Dive Ini
Feeler talk at Genoa hints US entry in European pact
The Genoa conference prompts fears of renewed bloodshed in Europe if talks fail. Lloyd George urges a long truce and notes American absence strains allied unity. Britain presses France on reparations and armament limits while baring possible US involvement in a broader nonaggression accord.
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Europe
Aomiethinse
Lloyd George
Toyd George
Germany
Pronier
France
May
Millerand
Poincare
Genoa
Bel Kinas
Edilors
Loyd George
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Paris
Louis Barthou
Gilome
Poincire
Poin Fulte
Uridesland
Genta
John Mooney
West Smith Fineet
Aes
John Arnold Riley
Will
Futaep
Tevin Delock
Millions Loss in Texas Flood Reported in Dallas
The Dallas area faces extensive flood damage with property losses estimated in the hundreds of thousands. Officials note widespread destruction as residents tally costs and await assessments.
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Texas
Registration Light Here Wednesday in Local Election
Voters showed light turnout as registration closed ahead of the spring election. Officials estimated 200 eligible residents of the city had not yet re-registered, with many out of town or lacking valid IDs. The upcoming primary drew interest as candidate Alexander faces L D Raymond for the state assembly seat.
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Izores
Luial Watere
Yaterslay
Wihoud Yalid Xenses
Masmud Sk
Alexander
L. D Raymond
Nott East Buth
Whiah
Mexander Re
Originator of Nick Carter Stories Dies by Own Action
New York on April 27 reports the death of the creator of Nick Carter stories. The note, found near the body in a hotel, states he wrote a farewell message hours before his death. Authorities are treating it as a possible suicide tied to overwhelming pressures or personal distress.
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Nick Garton
Frederick
Vans
Nick Carter
Wis Ieless
United Free
Thevanine Wits
Eharis Pa Banton
Demands for Soviet Stand in Genoa Proceedings
A dispatched Allied note to Russia seeks a clear Soviet position on debt payments and other issues. After private talks with Senator Schanzer and others, the note was submitted for a conference of the Allied powers. The draft included seven concrete questions and awaits delegation responses at Genoa.
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Genoa
Rusa
Vichally
Aled
Fire destroys central Mauch Chunk buildings worth $160,000
A blaze in Mauch Chunk Pa today destroyed key city structures in the Marker Square area leaving damage estimated at $160,000. Firefighters from nearby towns were summoned as the origin remains undetermined with the fire underway at noon before containment occurred.
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Dirkstaut
Corry Couple 15 Married at Erie
Corry couple Helen Ruth Purcell and N L Haight were married at St Peter's Cathedral in Erie. Officiant James H Conlin, attended by Katherine Purcell and Clo Haight. A wedding reception followed at the Lawrence Hotel. The couple plan to reside in Corry after a short honeymoon trip to New York Philadelphia and Atlantic City.
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M. JT Purcell
North Lanter Street
Bar
Haight
N. L. Haight
QA Mavion Street
Tuesiday
St. Peter's
Erie Ree
James H. Conlin
Katherine Purcell
Clo. Haight
Sinter
Lawrence Hotel
New York
Philadelphia
Atlantic City
Corry
Hoth
Crooks In Wholesale Exodus From Gotham
New York authorities publicized a sweeping parole review as hundreds of fugitives and criminals fled city districts. District officials announced ongoing dispositions, with many defendants pleading guilty or convicted in the past hours. Capt Corbett J. Slabery, ex Army Transport commander, faced sentencing after exposure of bandit operations linked to a major crime wave.
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United Tates Army Transport
Beriniton
Slabery
Ottiere
President Wilson praises Grant at World War memory ceremony
United Press reports in Point Pleasant that President Wilson, at a ceremony marking the World War anniversary, urged magnanimity and peace. He reflected on Ulysses S. Grant and the Civil War, stressing that wartime lessons must not perpetuate antagonism but guide a swift return to prosperity and harmony. He argued for limited armaments and trade barriers, warning against revulsion toward America’s ideals.
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Ieee
Sygnaamni
Gieneral Uhyese S. Grant
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Aeremonien
Ylatfors
Ali
Grant
Vietory
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York
Former Corry Man Injured in Workplace Accident
Chester Southworth, formerly of Corry, was severely injured at a Hullo plant when struck by a machine plate while at work. He sustained serious injuries to his eye and face, with no further details available. Friends and colleagues recall his time with Raymond Manufacturing and his baseball club involvement. Funeral arrangements mentioned for his sister Mrs Jane Swetland.
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Chester Southworth
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Seto
Raymond Manufacturing Company
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Joel
Leu
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