Gotham parley may bring rail peace today
New York Aug 17 Rail peace talks of the conference lie between Warren S Stone head of the engineers and Puss Ue Witt Chyler, with tentative settlement to end the seniority dispute. Leaders and union officials gathered as sessions open to determine a plan to end the long running railroad strike.
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Gotham Parley
New York
Henson
Feo
Jewell
Gawiselseus
Gartiers
Union Sad
World Oil Monopoly Probed Worldwide by Senate Committee
Washington senators summon witnesses as a Senate committee investigates a global oil monopoly. Three major companies stand accused of inflating the world oil market and manipulating gas prices through alleged price fixing and coordinated supply control.
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Washington, Ang
Senate
Eumginlee
Seitor Smith
Wassali
Erie attorney Clark Olds dies after long illness
Veteran Erie lawyer Clark Olds aged 72, famed authority on Admiralty law, died last night after months of poor health. Irving Olds of New York arrived from Oklahoma shortly before his death. funeral set for Saturday at 2:30 p.m. from the family home with interment in Brig cemetery. The Erie bar will view the body at the house before services. Master Lester Stonefoot of Fredonia visited the city earlier today.
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Rik
Chirk Olde
iMo
Hig Hone
Tissoi
Irving Olle
New York
Oklahoma
Mr Luk
Erie County
Lukomen
Olds
Ilfant
Erie
Intermont
Brig
Bar Association
First lap of 8500 mile air flight reported explosion
A fragmented Air Force narrative describes the first leg of an 8500 mile air flight. It mentions pilots like Walter and Jihit Whiteleen, mechanics, and camera operators, with gasolene transfer mishaps and a perilous start amid uncertain weather conditions and harsh winds.
Violence Waves Hit Rail Centers Amid Unrest
A chaotic wave of violence sweeps rail centers causing injuries and detentions. Reports detail shootings at Joliet and nearby towns, with martial law considered to stabilize the region. Military forces deploy to quell disturbances as authorities investigate the assaults on workers and civilians.
Bulletin: Union mine strikes and political race reports
United Press notes spread across several states as miners in Clearfield and surrounding counties resist return to work amid Cleveland settlement talks. In Mississippi, political contests loom with Vardtaman defeating De Stephens for U.S. Senate by about 7,000 votes. A collision in Pennsylvania hospitalizes Louis Poleth of Continental Tin Plate.
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Jackson
Miss
Terre Haut
Lidinna Vos Mines
Cleveland
Punnsutawney
Rossiter
Clearfield Bituminous Coal Company
Alt. Carlotti
Minsider
District No 2
Thor Thos Pits
Hopes Bright for Industrial Peace
United Press reports optimism as leaders from the United Mine Workers and coal operators plan talks in New York and Philadelphia with President Harding seeking a speedy settlement of a industry strike. Officials expect progress and potential spread of settlement to other sectors, though some warn against overconfidence as meetings approach.
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United Press
New York
WME
United Mine Workers
Yapter
Philadelphia
Harding
Aes Watson
Teal
Ate
Hundreds at Columbia reunion draw strong turnout
Hundreds gathered at Mather Park for a Columbia neighborhood reunion filling the scene with sports events, reminiscing, and community displays. Remarks by Rev Mortis highlighted hometown progress while Glenco’s band provided orchestra music for dancing, making the occasion a memorable community gathering in the borough.
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Columbiax
Mather Park
Mnet
Hirgeli
Nusie
Tneighbors
Sven
Columbus
Rey BH Mortis
Chiro
Flaherty
Man Fined for Possessing Gun in Ward Court
Andrew Blog paid a $50 fine after being found in possession of a firearm in the First Ward court. Ward officials and state game wardens had earlier detained him during a broader crackdown on possessing firearms by certain individuals.
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Andrew
Aldermaun G 11
Gotu
Hirst Ward
All Westerdays
Man Refuses Taxi Fare Leads to Jail and Fine
John Murphy hired a taxi at the railroad station to Columbus but refused to pay the fare. He was detained by Chief of Police Dunhio and spent time in the city jail before paying a $5 fine and settling the trip costs.
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John Murphy
Columbus
Murphy
Ue Vicarby
Dunhio
Tiaveriy Conchet
Uetis
Damage suit grows from auto crash near Macadam Road
A damage action arising from a car crash near the Macadam Road junction is before Judge W Ed Marsh. Johnson, represented by Danity Illex Suvith, sues Matteson over damages from the collision. Witnesses testified for both sides as the case proceeded, with disputed fault and liability.
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B. Johnson
Macadam Hill
City
Wax Beng
W Ed Marsh
Johnson
Danity Illex Suvith
Phil Tis
Matteson
Dollisiol
Hong
White
Jolson
Truch
Erie Worker Badly Hurt Near Union City
Dr Jr Kubler attended an Erie railroad employee named Gook who was seriously injured near Union City after a motor car incident on an eastbound train. Gook jumped from a construction car and was struck on the head. he suffered a concussion but is expected to recover. Mrs Martha Garber of Garlan e was visiting Mend Wille and relatives today.
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Dr. Jr. Kubler
Union City
Erie Railroad
Pennsy seeks control of ten more rail lines
The Pennsylvania Railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to authorize control of ten railroads in Ohio Illinois and Pennsylvania under 99 year leases. Roads named include the Toledo Columbus and Ohio River Railroad Cleveland Akron and Cincinnati Railway Cincinnati Lebanon Cleveland Akron and Cincinnati Pittsburgh Ohio Valley and Cincinnati Inglewood Connecting Railway South Chicago and Southern Wheeling Terminal Railway Ohio Connecting Railway Indiana Polx and Franklin Railroad and Joinville Bridge and Terminal Railway.
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Pennsy
United Press
Washington
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Illinois
Interstate Commerce Commission
Uder
Toledo, Columbus
Cleveland
Akron
Uncertain Crop Outlook Prompts Statewide Report
The report details favorable conditions for crops in Pennsylvania with wheat and oats highlighted. It notes rainfall and precipitation patterns, yields, and projections for total production by August, including figures for corn, hay, and fruit crops. The document cites figures such as thousands of bushels and acres, referencing state Department of Agriculture data and comparisons to last year.
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Dirwonis
Department of Agriculture
Seth Wutau
Sierra
Ny Jremirt
Lam Foo
Weatlick
Ainiel
Nurey
Oil City Bride Genevieve Mary McLaughlin Weds in St Stephens
Miss Genevieve Mary McLaughlin daughter of Mr and Mrs Baward Laughlin of Oil City married Judy in a solemn ceremony at St Stephens at 10 o clock Wednesday. Rev TF Wielding officiated. The couple, attended by Miss Bess Hopkins and Daniel Weaver, will reside in Luzinda Pa where the groom is employed. Out of town guests included relatives from Corre and Erie.
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Etg
Genevieve Mary McLaughlin
Baward
Laughlin
Oil City
Sulomnleeil
St Stephens Whareh
Bess Hopkins
This City
Brie
Daniel Weaver
Moe
Judy
Wall Lysoney
Washington
Local sewer project nears completion amid street work
Fragments describe near finish of sewer construction in Rast Suite area with mention of streets Signtll and Churele. Named individuals include Jose Havel and Edward. program components, collection efforts, and final sealing are referenced as work wraps up.
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Ain
Rast
Jose Havel
Lee
Tennis Semifinals Set For Tomorrow in National Championship
United Press reports the women’s National Tennis Championships semifinalists were decided in a day of upset results. Notable matches included California players advancing as Mrs Hulon Willie and Mrs Sly Button Bundy moved toward a star round clash, with Mrs Molla Mallory Gor also in contention for the final.
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United Press Forest
Diablos Mnatchie
Belayed Lannon
Hulon
Willie Senserional
Califaries
Marion Jesup
Aruvriew
Sly Button Bundy
Philadelphia Auto Bandits Sought After $16,000 Heist
Police pursue three armed men who robbed two men in an automatic bank car on a Roxborough road. A pistol battle followed the hold up near Philadelphia. Victims are Thomas Walsh and Lawrence Walsh, both of the city.
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Philadelphia
United Press
Piladelphia
Polis
Roxborough
Thomas Walsh
Lawerence
Bituminous Miners Return to Work After Strike
United Press dispatch describes bituminous miners resuming operations at the Wyte Mine and related plants after a lengthy stoppage. It notes officials and union figures, including John Garrebot and JSD Warner, discussing settlement terms, wage adjustments, and future work guarantees. The report covers impacts on nearby towns like Wilkes Barre and Altoona and cites potential referendums on settlement proposals.
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United Press
John
Garrebot
Aiden
Tiree
Joao
Warner
Philly Murray
Vince Resiteri
Altoona
Mw Verinal Pemeylvaia
Pleasant
Tovla
Erate of
Seubert
Horna Orig Geld
Wala
Beecomaidey
Dunia Shir
Cleveland Soderenee
Sudahvan
Elas
Annie Vsvarkers Wilkes
Wilkes Harre
Poiinius
Harding Holds Up Message to Congress
United Press reports President Harding delaying the delivery of his message to Congress as rail strike talks continue. Senate leaders consider postponement while negotiations with rail unions and tensions over a possible address persist.
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Harding
Congress
United Press
Washington
Mal Ginigy
Simmhon
Ob Howe Veronataals
New York
Woman's Son Held in Gilbertson Murder Case
Lakewurst August 17 Tow Rich, son of Me w Withiant Giberson, an ardent reformer, is charged with the murder of her husband, a wealthy operator. Police report he was pressed for money by Mrs Giberson, who allegedly sought $500 from Wilmer Carr days before the shooting.
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United Press
Tow Rich
Withiant Giberson
Vine Taunty
Wilmer Carr
Giberson
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