Scott Saved From Gallows Insane Prisoner To Be Sent to Chester Asylum
Chicago dispatch reports Russell Scott, once a wealthy murder defendant, judged insane, will be transferred to Chester Asylum with the death penalty temporarily halted. Judge Joseph Davis ordered removal to secure care while awaiting possible reprieve. the case recalls his 1921 death sentence for a store clerk killing.
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Chicago
Aug
Russell Scott
Roger Tint
Bo David
Scott
Cheser Naylum
Rouyon
Camry
Russells
David
Raliffe
Fran
Robreiariel
MacMillan expedition seeks landing base in Greenland
Washington dispatch reports Polar air explorers from the MacMillan expedition working to establish a landing base for Lt. Cmdr. Ro. Tirid in Greenland. The crew has faced difficulties and plans to select a suitable site for a first landing as they test their equipment and flight routes.
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Washington
MacMillan
Billesmierelind
Boxing Bout Banned in Stadium at Erie Convention
The decision of the board of school directors bars use of the stadium for boxing exhibitions during the state American Legion convention. The action blocks a planned middleweight title bout featuring Harry Greb, amid local efforts and reactions in Erie.
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Erie
The
American Legion
Harry Greb
Pollas Div sales event planned by Corry merchants
Corry merchants schedule a big sales event titled Dallar Day for Saturday in August end. Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce announces the first major effort by the branch, with most stores joining and promising strong bargains to draw Corry residents and nearby shoppers.
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Corry
Chamber of C
Chamber of Commerce
Royal Boot Shop Sold to Newhouse Firm on North Center
The Royal Boot Shop on North Center Street owned by Zakropulos transfers to Newhouse Shoes, completed yesterday after a long negotiation. New owner plans to keep the store operating independently from other Newhouse locations, with improvements and more facilities to align with Jamestown and city outlets. Zakropulos thanks patrons and indicates continued temporary management by the owners while Newhouse develops future policies.
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Royal Oet
North Center Street
James
Wilkes Zallopulis
Paxsen
Lo Newhouse
Newhouse Shoehousey
Newhouse
Minne
Jamestay
Messia
Zakropulos
Journal
Mr. Newhouse
Flight from Mount Gretna Abandoned Amid Fog and Trouble
Lieut G B Harris failed to complete his return from Mt Gretna due to dense fog and generator problems. The plane, leaving Erie with mail and messages, suffered interference from weather and was unable to land safely near Bellefonte. Harris and pilot Lieut Nutt faced persistent mechanical and weather-related delays while Erie troops prepared to return home tomorrow evening.
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Bellefonte
Liewtergnt Harris
Erie
Kuno
Lieut
Harris
Nutt
McCookfield
Dayton Ohio
Mt Gretna
Close Escape On Washington St Crossing
A.M. Smith of West Washington narrowly escaped a fatal collision when his Chevrolet sedan was struck at the West Washington street crossing by a Pennsylvania railroad switch engine. He was en route to Mohawk Condensed Milk plant and was unhurt after swerving aside as the heavy locomotive hit the car’s front. Smith reported hearing no whistle or bell.
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A.D. Smith
West Washingtn
West Washingtony Street
Pennsylvania Railroad
Smith
Mohawk Condensed Milk Company
Smith Pailin
Iele
Man Mangled Under Train At Uptown Subway Station
United Press reports a man named John Galanakin was struck by a southbound express train at an uptown Benadway station, causing panic and traffic disruption. He was pulled from under the cars in serious condition. his wife Mrs Galanakin witnessed the tragedy.
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United Press
New York
Benadway
John Galanakin
Catinas Galangkin
Galanakin
Galangkins
Nova Scotia Coal Strike Settled at Cape Breton
Halifax Aug 7 United Press says the Nova Scotia government settlement proposal for the Besco collieries strike at Cape Breton was signed by striking miners' representatives in Sydney this afternoon.
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Ey United Press
Halipax
N.S
Nova Scotia
Besco
Cape Areton
Sydney
Wrightsville Road Concrete Pours Advance Near Columbus
Over two miles of concrete have been laid by Bunce Company on Wrightsville road east of Columbus. Construction continues to progress rapidly as crews push ahead with the project.
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Bunce Company
Wrightsville Road
Columbus
Company A to Return Home on Saturday
Guardsmen of the 4120 Regiment will break camp at Mount Gretna and return to Cory City on Saturday or Sunday as a special train bearing Company A arrives. They will march to the State Armory to be demobilized after the trip. the Brie battalion from Meadville and members of Company B will accompany to Camp Perry. Gifford A. Miller, former Cory officer now with Company I, is noted for his high rifle score and the state rifle team selection alongside Lieut. Whorlivard and Seret Pinchbaugh.
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4120
Mount Gretna
Toda
State Armory
Amie
Ae B
Meadville
Camp Miner
Gifford A. Miller
Cory Company
Company I
Warren
Gretna
Lieut. Whorlivard
Mexisville
Seret Pinchbau
J S Rogers Candidate for City Controller
J S Rogers a former City Council member and contractor announced his bid for city controller. Nominating petitions circulate as he challenges incumbent Charles Wales, who seeks reelection after succeeding his late father.
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JS. Rogers
Focal Electric
Coffie of
Rogers
Charles Wales
Wales
Ils
Thieves Take $100000 in Pelts From East Broadway Fur Plant
In New York on East Broadway five young robbers seized $100000 worth of pelts and finished furs from Harry Brewers, threatening staff with revolvers and tying them in the cellar. They piled into an automobile and drove away as hundreds watched. One robber posed as a union delegate while Blawais, a well known East Side farmer, is said to be involved in the loss.
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United Press
NEW York
East Broadway
Harry Brewers
Blawais
East Side
Boy Kills Father and Wounds Mother in Iowa Tragedy
Warren Vandervoorts seven year old boy is in custody after shooting and killing his father Rev. R J Vandervoorts pastor of the Methodist Church at the parsonage and wounding his mother Mrs Vandervoorts. Doctors say the mother will probably die. the boy, described as morose and studious, may have lost his mind from overwork. He refused to speak to authorities and was held in the city jail for questioning.
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United Press
Parkersburg
Iowa
Warren Vandervoorts
R J. Vandervoorts
Methodise
Vanlergworts
Warren
Tan
Atrestell
Milestone in development radio boosts signals across stations
Aug. 7 Pittsburgh. Westinghouse tests of booster radio wave amplification show a program sent from one station can be received and rebroadcast at multiple stations on the same wavelength. H. P. Davis, Westinghouse VP, says boosters could allow one central program to reach hundreds of stations worldwide.
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United Press
Pittsburgh
Mghit
Charnet Dit
West Hinghouse Company
IDICA
Teansmitters
H.P. Dasis
Westinghouse
Fhet
Negro's life threatened at Excelsior Springs jail
In Excelsior Springs Missouri a mob of over 1000 gathered near the county jail as Miller Mitchell is held under guard after an attack on Maude Holt 18. Holt identified Mitchell at the jail and authorities fear lynching. The assault occurred as Holt and Leonard Utley returned from a trip.
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United Pro Excelsior Springs
Miller Mitchell
Eero
Nagro
Uli
Miss Holt
Another Link of Pavement Is Completed in City Project
The 1925 city paving program will have another section finished today by Keystone Construction Company. West Congress Street will open to traffic this afternoon, following a similar opening on West Frederick Street. Brick laying on East Congress Street is planned to start next week, with all remaining pavements rushed to completion. Company officials urged residents on streets with concrete foundations to replace torn sidewalks after driving to avoid suspending the program.
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Keystone Construction Company
Ans
West Congress Street
Frederick Street
East Congress Street
Sech
Plane company taken over by Ford at Detroit
The Stout Metal Airplane company becomes a division of Ford Motor Company. Ford has been buying interests and will pay two dollars for every one divested by others. The purchase aims to accelerate airplane development, broaden manufacture, and expand experimental operations. William B. Stout will continue as head manufacturer and is reportedly forming a new company.
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Midh
Stout Metal Airplane Company
Ford Motor Company
Pord
MIL
Bent
Witliam B. Stout
Hewl
Stout
Ais
Man 114 Takes Bride in Budapest
A 14 year old captain of the Hapsburg army ends bachelorhood and marries a 76 year old woman in Budapest. The skewed union surprises locals as the veteran officer has completed his so called wild oats and asserts married life.
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United Frese
Budapest
Frmer
Hapsburg Army
Advise Buying of Coal Now Warns of Price Jump
United press reports Edwin O'Mally commissioner of public markets urged New York residents to buy coal now to avoid higher prices after the threatened anthracite coal strike on September 1. He cautioned citizens to stockpile as a precaution against possible shortages and price increases.
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United Rrp
New York
Edwin O'Mally
Public Markets
Stizens Today
Operators Letters Signal Possible Restart of Miner Talks
Atlantic City reports a conciliatory letter from Samuel Warriner, chief of antitrust operations, to United Mine Workers leader John Lewis. Both sides express hope to avert a strike and resume wage talks, with 15800 miners at stake. Warriner’s note aims to bridge gaps, while Lewis withholds reply until he studies the communication, noting a possible shift on minor points but firm on major demands.
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Atlantic City
Aug
Samuel JD
Warriner
Toe Legend
United Mine Workers
Hoth
Isibns
Lewis
Phil Delphia
Cadets Raise Funds for Camp
The St Haward's Cadets held a pleasant outing at Canadohta Lake last evening to raise funds for the week's outing. About fifty dollars was realized from the festival ice cream and cake served. Fifty couples attended dancing in St Kedward's Hall with seven piece orchestra providing music. Mr Shit extended thanks to those who assisted and to the orchestra for their help.
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St. Haward's
Canadohta Ds
St Thomas Church
St Kedward's Hall
Pseven Piers Orchestra Furmshid
Move to Force Rifian Peace Move to Force Rifian Peace
Paris reports France and Spain plan terms with Abd El Krinqa as preliminary peace efforts fail. Both political and military pressure are being considered to end Moroccan resistance.
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United Press
Paris
France
Spain
Abd el Krinqa
Today's Five Best Radio Features Concert lineup listed
Radio listings detail today’s five best programs across stations in New York Pittsburgh Denver Detroit and more. Acts include Philha Orchestra Edwin Tranko Goldman's Co Band and The Malian Players. An all female concert is noted with a lively party atmosphere.
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WIZ
New York
Leber Tady
New Yorke Philha Orchestra
WEAF
Wwi
Bet
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Clifford Miller
J.S. Rogers
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Edward Kramer
Congress Street
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Detroit
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