Pioneer Oil and Sinclair tie Teapot Dome dispute explodes
A Denver complaint filed by Leo Stack alleges Pioneer Oil Co conspired with Sinclair to abandon Teapot Dome rights, enabling Sinclair to press lease negotiations with Ball. The case, read to Senate investigators, seeks 5 million dollars in damages amid a cascade of political and legal maneuvering.
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New Mexico
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Auto Crash Near Meadville Injures Five Persons
A car with five occupants, three men and two women, was struck by a switch engine at the Mercur crossing of the Erie Railroad around 2 16 this morning. Two men suffered leg injuries. the two women were seriously injured. The auto bearing license 032-618 was badly damaged and pushed Severn feet. Byham's ambulance took the injured to Spencer hospital. Names given include McCracken, Sharumod, Curry as the driver and Cunpinghan, Smallenbergne among the women.
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Byham
Spencer Hospital
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Tage
Cunpinghan
Smallenbergne
Washington shaken by new liquor scandal
Washington reels as five United States deputy marshals face indefinite suspension with Marshal Snyder and the Department of Justice seeking a Treasury secret service probe. Charges span prohibition, white slave, and narcotic laws tied to bootlegging syndicates, with grand jury presentations anticipated soon.
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Washington
Hue
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Woman Found Read in Home Early Today
Mrs Loviea Spencer aged 72 widow of N L Spencer died suddenly at 1023 M Center Street. Neighbors found her body after failing to gain access. Dr J C Richter said death from apoplexy likely two to three hours prior. Survived by two sons two brothers and one daughter. funeral arrangements pending.
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N. 1 Spencer
Center Street
Sine
Watson
Spencer
Thio
Wonin
Mia Spencers
J. C. Richter
Bettef
Transom Burglar Confesses in Chester Robberies
Philadelphia tech telephoned report that 19 year old Trank H. Galvin of Chester Pa was arrested after attempting to force entry into a store. He allegedly confessed to being the transom burglar responsible for more than twenty robberies in Philadelphia and Chester. He claimed to have cleaned about $25000 from the sites, saying he climbed in through transoms and tried to use a jimmy when caught by police.
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Philadelphia
Tech
Trank H. Galvin
Chester
Committee to Select Site for New Hospital in Erie County
Desmond named vice chairman of the Erie County Tuberculosis Hospital Association as trustees meet in the Erie courthouse. Dr. GA Reed of Erie named chairman with George K Frink as secretary. A three member committee will inspect sites for a county hospital. Poor director Charles Unoxel notes willingness to deed Dabler farm site for hospital use. Current Winslow House suited for 325 patients. boiler and laundry facilities added for expansion. Commission to select a site and plan treatment for tubercular patients. Dr. Reed reports 82 patients with the disease seeking treatment at advanced stage.
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Desmond
Erie County Tuberculosis Hospital Association
Court House
Erie
GA. Reed
George K Frink
Reed
Loesel
Government bill seeks Rhine occupation accord ratification
Feb 9 report that the government presented a Chamber of Deputies bill to ratify an accord paying the United States 250 million dollars for Rhineland occupation. The item notes accompanying details and mentions ongoing government actions. Later items list people traveling and a student heading to a polytechnic for a four year course.
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United Press Parts
Government Today
Chamber of Deputies
United States
Rhineland
Wright Answers Critics On Tag Distribution
Secretary of Highways Paul D. Wright responded to critics of how automobile license tags are distributed. He rejected branch offices as too costly and said over 1,000,000 would be needed statewide. Wright claimed the title law reduces future tag rushes and that completed applications will be mailed to owners in the fall, with tags issued promptly.
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Paul DD. Wright
T.ba
Wright
Cara
Gasoline Prices Rise Again Across Western Pennsylvania
Gasoline prices in western Pennsylvania rose by five cents with Atlantic Refining announcing an across the state increase. Local rate shows 22 cents per gallon for motor fuel before tax, with two grades at 24 and 20 cents, and a note that crude oil trends may push prices higher before spring. Miss Jen Sullivan of Erie visits relatives. the Home Protection Lodge hosts a social dance after the business session.
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Pennsylvania
Atlantic Renning Company
Pittsbisexh
Atlantic Refining
Delaware
Jen Sullivan
Erie
Home Protection Lodge
Fashion Gossip Spring 1924 Hints From Madame Taust
A penitent young socialite seeks spring style guidance from Madame Taust, owner of an exclusive New York millinery. Madame explains fashion trends influenced by travel, noting vibrant color palettes and the orientalist color ideas with orange, curry, jade, and green accents. The feature teases more on page 8.
Democrats Hopeful To Amend Tax Reduction Bill
Washington report says House Democrats, after defeating Mellon plan provisions, aim to radically amend his tax reduction bill. The Green resolution for a constitutional amendment to prohibit tax exempt securities failed 207 to 188, with 69 Democrats for and 17 Republicans against, showing split support across parties.
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Washington
Berratary Mellon
House
Talk on Siberia Draws Large High School Audience
Lewis A Conyis delivered a feature lecture at the high school auditorium titled Under the Pays of the Russian Bear as part of the Library Lec time course. He spoke on Russia Siberia and Poland from personal observation and study, recounting his experiences with the Polish Legion of Siberia and a 43000 mile winter journey with a Polish orderly, highlighting resources people and cities and drawing a large attentive crowd.
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Lewis A Conyis
Convis
Russia
Siberia
Poland
Kolchak
Coniis
Contracts for New Junior High School Bids Expected
The Qerry school district expects to sign contracts for its new junior high school with successful bidders early next week after a board meeting in the library. Changes include using dimensan cornices. contracts were referred to the district solicitor and should close Monday or Tuesday with work starting in early spring. Weather outlook for early February shows cloudy, possible snow north and rain south, with fluctuating temperatures.
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Qerry
Successul
Board of Education
Anderson in New Escape Attempt From Sing Sing
William Anderson, head of the New York Anti-Saloon League, faces another jail bid after a Supreme Court verdict for third degree forgery. He received a one to two year sentence with a stay pending a possible new trial. He was freed on bond and resigned from the league as he awaits further action.
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Sing Sing
New York
William 1. Anderson
New York AntiSaloon League
Supreme Court
Arthur S Tompkins
Tompkins
Santende Mule
Anderson
Charles Whitman
AntiSaloon League
Tompking
Whitmai
Andersson
Teague
Light fines given couple arrested here
Alfred Meeder and Mrs. Anna Loomis were indicted for an alleged statutory offense and, after pleading, received fines and costs. Meeder paid 610 and costs. Loomis paid 25 and costs. The couple were arrested last November at a local hotel. the case was heard by Judge Rossiter.
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Alfred Meeder
Anna Loomis
Meeier
Liquor Case Delays At Erie Grand Jury In Corry area
Grand jury in Erie reports no Corry liquor cases acted today though twelve indictments and six nature bills were said to be returned. Most cases awaiting next week's action with rumors of raids and pleas of guilty in related prosecutions. Public interest centers on city liquor investigations and possible indictments stemming from January raids.
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Grand Jury
Erie
Alfie
Athe
Cneeomya
Former Corry Resident Dead
Thaddeus Perkins died this morning in Erie Pa at 0 o'clock. He was a former Corry resident known in the area. Survived by wife Oprahund Perkins one daughter and two sons, and several siblings. Funeral arrangements set for Monday afternoon at his residence with interment at Lake Side Cemetery.
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Stanley Sraigh
West 30Th Street
Erie
Corry
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Oprahund Perkins
Perkin
McGinn
Oulife
Asah
Mogday
Welock
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