Prohibition Raids Net Moonshine and Arrests in Warren County
Warren county authorities pressed a broad raid sweep on moonshine and bootlegging operations over the weekend. The operation netted several gallons of moonshine, a cache of alcohol, and multiple arrests, with probes extending to nearby Pittsfield and Youngsville. One alleged ring leader, Joby Ziminick, was confronted during a raid as authorities searched multiple joints, farms, and homes.
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Springer
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Chishner
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Mary Munirock
Inauguration Favor Debated by Moise Committee
Washington reports a 2 to 2 split in the Moise committees on electing and inaugurating the President. The panel approved a resolution altering timing rules, outlining Congress authority if the electoral outcome or vice presidency changes before inauguration.
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Maniac Sniper Captured and Prohibition Clash Opened
Senator Edwards of New Jersey denounced Prohibition in a sharp speech at the Face the Facts Conference urging modification of the Volstead Act. He warned Americans of deception by Prohibition supporters and called for a shift toward tolerance and reform while criticizing enforcement and vested interests.
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New Jersey
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Washington
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Court recess over holiday in Pittsburgh trials
In Pittsburgh on February 2 the criminal court stood in recess for Washington's birthday. trials resume tomorrow with John Maloney charged with murder in the Klein case and others facing manslaughter charges. John Prokap of McKeesport and Therbert V. Nelly of Comesicape are scheduled to stand trial Tuesday.
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Washington
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John Kien
Inroid B. King
Tobi Lighthill
Klein
John Prokap
McKeesport
Therbert
Nelly
Comesicape
Arrests Report From 4 Police Station Echoes Odd Exchange
In a chaotic session detectives detained two men described as 2-Nine negroes and others under the name Washington amid taunts about George Washington. A sergeant and officer involved exchanged sharp retorts as the group insisted on their names.
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Veo
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Wim
Raymond Again to Make Race for Assembly
Assemblyman Raymond, after two terms, announced this morning he will seek reelection. Arch Phillips of North East was mentioned as a possible entrant, and rumors of a Corry candidate suggest a spirited contest ahead before the primary.
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Arch Phillips
North East
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Législatuire
Mitchell on Lecture Tour in Altoona Tonight
William Mitchell former assistant chief of the army air service will speak at Roosevelt Junior High School on America's place in the air. A welcoming train and airplane lead the way to the station where city officials and nearly every business and social group will greet the guest.
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Altoona
William Mitchell
Assistane
Army Air Service
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Roosevelt Junior High School
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Ag Mitchell
More Character Training Emphasized by Dr Tigert at NEA
Dr B C Tigert told about 15000 delegates at the National Education Association session in Washington that America needs more character training alongside academics. He warned about rising homicides and crime among youths and urged moral education within schools, citing plans like the Wow program and supervised home attendance rules.
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Omaha Maniac Sniper Captured After Shootings
A man named Carter, about 30, confessed to killing Dr A D Searles and wounding Ross Johnson in Omaha. He claimed a grudge against the doctor and said he shot at a Wabash agent, then fled to Bartlett where he was captured with investigators saying he appeared calm and not a maniac.
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Ross Johnson
William McDevint
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Johnson
Wabash
CC Brace
Bruce
David Morgan
Countess Free for Ten Days on Personal Bond
Vera Countess of Cathcart is allowed ten days liberty in the United States under a $500 personal bond after Ellis Island order confusion. The exile order based on alleged moral turpitude remains, with officials denying knowledge of the change. A telegram directed the modification, and Vera was notified to report action to the United States Attorney.
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Lasbon
Cyerap
Drive 10 raids widen drive against moonshine joints
Evidence grows on Friday and Saturday raids as moonshine deliveries reportedly continued to two properties and two women face involvement in pocket bootlegging. Officials say new agencies will lead future suppression and postal authorities may probe threatening letters sent after the raids.
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Meiday
Fourth Ward
Amoroso Held for Court on Liquor Charge
Arraigned before Alderman G H Gordon Saturday afternoon John Amoroso at First Avenue pleaded guilty to sale and possession of liquor in violation of prohibition laws. Bound over to court under 1500 bail Amoroso was taken into custody Friday night after raids on his place following visits to five other alleged bootlegging joints in town. Officers found no liquor at his Avenue store but Amoroso was held on the strength of a prior informant report. Police continue to investigate alleged sales at other places and raid plans from last week may be revived.
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Rural Post Road Bill Advances in House Committee
Washington Feb 22 The Dow bill authorising appropriations of 185000000 over one year for federal aid to states in the construction of rural post roads was favorably reported to the floor today by the roads committee. Of this amount 1500000 is for forest roads and trails.
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Trucker killed at crossing in Erie Pennsylvania
Charles Brady, a truck driver, was killed when his vehicle was struck by a York Central merchandise train in Erie. The truck was dragged about six hundred feet and Brady’s body was found near the Raspberry Forest crossing along the track. investigators believe the track may have stalled the truck.
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Ccharles Brady
York Central
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Raspberry 1 Forest Crossing
State’s total revenue hits record 11 million in 1925
Harrisburg February 22 The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania reported total revenues from all sources for the fiscal year ending May 31, 1925 at 11 million dollars, a record in state history. State Treasurer Samuel S Lewis announced the figure to bankers at the Central Pennsylvania Bankers association meeting.
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Harrisburg
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Samuel 5. Lewis
Revenes
Lewis
Seventeen Americans Moved to Safety in Peking
Seventeen Americans outside Linyang city under heavy bombardment were transported to safety. Chinese government orders a punitive expedition. General Feng Yoh Liang reportedly to lead on behalf of Tuan Chi Jui. Mr and Mrs George Kinley from Pittsburgh seek medical treatment. Frances Hoover returns from Bates, Pa.
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Linyang
Wu Pei Fu Hae
Feng Yoh Liang
Tuan
Chi Jui
Ching
George Kinley
Pittsburgh
Frances Hoover
Bates
Shen
Erie Family's Close Escape
Five persons fled their home at 22507 German street after a fire swept the building early today. A storeroom on the first floor was destroyed and the flames damaged the second floor living quarters. Loss was estimated at 1200 dollars.
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German Street
Five Best Radio Features and Evening Broadcasts
Radio listings detail multiple stations and times including WEAF WCAP WJAR KGR WEBI WCAE WOO WSL KS WTIC at 8:15 P M, with President Coolidge address to the National Vocational Association and Detroit Symphony on WWJ at 8:30 P M Eastern. Cincinnati WSAL airs Jeannette Wiedland soprano and Leo O Rourke tenor at 10 P M Central, ROA Denver Patriotic program, and Mascagni Cavalleria rusticana on WEAR WOO WAP WCAE WSAR WIAG at 10 P M Eastern.
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