Severe Storm Ravages Sparta Wrecks Buildings and Sparks Fatalities
A violent electrical storm struck Sparta, causing at least 22 deaths on a rubber boat and devastating areas around Spartansburg. Lightning shattered a Baptist Church steeple, ignited homes, and set barns ablaze, with damage centered near Wood Street and the Martin area. Residents report extensive fire and power outages as crews assess patterns of destruction.
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Protestants Reported SLAIN Amid Mexican Attacks
United Press dispatches say several Protestant Mexicans were killed during attacks by anti Protestant forces in Guanajuato state near Irapuato. Reports claimed churches burned and ministers hanged, with uncertain confirmation and ongoing violence amid Catholic majorities.
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Five Best Radio Features Short Listings
Radio listings show today’s top programs across stations including WOL Davenport and WLS Detroit. Advertised schedules mention the Eastern Daylight time slot, the Central Standard listings, and orchestral features from the Detroit Symphony and Atlanta’s Little Symphony.
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Resurfacing Plan for 1927 North Center Street Project
City considers resurfacing 1927 plan from Harte Mine to Mutatwente along North Center Street. Officials discuss financing, potential small bond floats, and coordination with water and gas line rebuilds. Council promises to push completion of the boulevard stretch and evaluate public utilities alignment next year.
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Knights of Columbus Clash Over Mexico Religious Laws
K O C leaders address a heated opening session as the order faces Mexican church expulsions and government pressure. Supreme Knight James A. Maherly and officials vow to confront the issue plainly, with delegates from the United States Canada and Africa in attendance. The council plans an executive session to decide the order’s response amid the tense moment.
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Preston Released After Hearing On Offense Charge
Preston Prontoni was discharged at a morning hearing before Alderman C. B. Porter after evidence failed to bind him over for court. A surrounding incident involved a 11 year old girl living near Columbus, with the alleged attack reported on Shady Avenue on July 0.
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Rotarians Outing Planned At Findley Lake Cottage
Members of the Rotary club will enjoy a picnic tomorrow at the cottage of Dr. B Kibler at Findley Lake. The event promises a very enjoyable outing with opportunity for fellowship among club members and guests who cannot attend Findley’s town event.
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Moonshine Cache Found Near Wrightsville
Police report seven barrels of moonshine liquor found by Erie Railroad linemen along the railroad near Wrightsville in Warren County. Authorities say a pole roll near an embankment exposed the cache and that the liquor was likely hidden by nearby moonshiners. The case was referred to railroad authorities. Warren County officials had heard rumors but were not summoned to investigate.
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Keystone festival planned by Keystone bucketball team
Keystone bucketball team plans a large city festival and street carnival for the Av pst Jith evening. Manager Young says preparations are underway for a Charleston contest on the pavement, with concessions, dancing, and ice cream or cake served. Multiple entertainment offerings are expected as the city anticipates its biggest festival in years.
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City Council approves street resurfacing and sewer plans
City Council with Mayor Bracken presiding approved North Center street resurfacing estimates by City Engineer Divson and transferred funds. The treasurer reported July balances and transactions. Citizens sought records and improvements including a larger storm sewer on Franklin Street and removal of extra streetcar tracks, with actions referred for supervision and possible future conferences.
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Woman Sustains Leg Bullet Wound in Accidental Shooting
Mrs Stanley Puller of Catherine Street was hit in the left leg below the knee by a bullet when her husband, while cleaning a gun, accidentally discharged it at home this afternoon. She was rushed to Corry Hospital where surgeons probed for the bullet. The incident sparked follow on reports as authorities and medical staff responded. officials anticipate a recovery. Local and state agencies weighed in on related safety and public service matters during the day.
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Pennsylvania Railroad motor freight plan under gubernatorial review
A fragmentary report describes the Pennsylvania Railroad seeking motor freight system authorization now before Governor Pinchot. Officials weigh if approving charters would let large rail carriers monopolize motor freight and passenger service across Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania application spans several counties while Reading covers eleven.
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Indiana Boy Burned At Stake Reported Fatal Incident
Whiting Indiana August 3 United Press reports nine year old George Finac died in a playmates attempted stunt for an Indian pageant. The group bound him to a stake and poured turpentine on his clothing and feet, a crude fire caused by the flames. Police could not determine the identities of the youths involved.
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Bemis Hurt In Auto CrashHospitalized After Collision
Bert Bemis sustained serious injuries when his Ford traveled off the road on a foggy stretch west of the city. He was taken to Corrs Hospital after preliminary treatment and later moved to Cary Hospital where he remained under care in a fragile condition.
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$100000 Art Theft Bared In New York
A New York theft near Rockefeller Center saw over $100,000 in art objects stolen from a gallery. Among the items reportedly taken were a rare gold weave Gobelin tapestry, a renaissance era statue, and "The Adorn, boy of the Magi" by Mabuse, with other fine Italian works implied.
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Passengers on Amazon river steamer perished near Breves
Reports from Pará say 22 passengers drowned when the river steamer Bitar Smith sank on the Amazon near Breves 126 miles west of Pará. The Tocantus aided in rescue efforts as officials address the disaster and speculate on causes including submerged rocks and panicked passengers. Some dispatches hint at threats from man eating fish in the river.
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Renew Probe Into Primaries in Illinois
A public utilities agent L B Fisher testified before the Senate Primary Investigation Committee in Chicago about campaign funding for Senator William B. McKinley in Southern Illinois. He named a Studebaker interests backer who provided 2500 for 61 precincts in East St Louis and noted payments to poll workers, while unsure where the money originated. Evidence linked magnates like Samuel Insull to major funding of earlier campaigns and McKinley’s downstate utility holdings were cited.
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Canton Murder Case Deepens Mystery In Canton
United Press detectives probe the killing of Don R. publisher of the Canton Daily News. Witness Steve Kascholls, who turned himself in, says he was hired with Patrick McDermott to beat Mellett. McDermott remains in Canton as investigators pursue alibis from Ty Kascholk and others.
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Western states voters at polls today in four states
Voters in Missouri Kansas Oklahoma and Montana head to the polls to choose national and state candidates for November. Key issues span prohibition in Missouri and Montana past records in Kansas and personalities in Oklahoma. Gubernatorial contests in Oklahoma and a Senate race shape the day amid party strife and varied stances on prohibition.
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