Justice Dept Clears Mellons in Antitrust Probe
United Press reports the Justice Department clean bill on the Mellon family in an antitrust inquiry. The Senate Judiciary Committee released findings showing no Secretary Mell on or his relative controlled the Nhimnim Company. Stock records allegedly indicate A. W. Mellon holdings do not prove control and deny improper ownership.
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Washington
Pal 2 Fete
Tuyere Aly
Nhimnim
Amiel
Synate Jiliciary
William
Denkin
Yneevil
Muorney Dederal
Mellon
Federal Trade Commission
Denham
A. W. Mellinda
Bimba on Trial for Blasphemy Law Violation
Anthony Bimba, Boston editor, stands trial in Brockton Mass for blasphemy under the state statute and a related charge as spectators fill the crowded court. Attorney Harry Horan argues the blasphemy count should be quashed as unconstitutional. proceedings reference the Abie Cavallini case among others.
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United Press
Trockton
Mass
Anethony Bimba
Timaklyn
Masstehusette
Igi Wean
Harry Horan
Mifman
Tinlge Bleiso
Evenbury
Radio feature roundup across networks and stations
A fragmented listing of radio features across multiple stations including Toronto Ottawa Chicago Cincinnati and New York area outlets. Mentions timing and channel identifiers with scattered hints of program names and formants, typical of a television radio digest page from the era.
Early decision on bus line expected soon
A county company seeks a certificate to extend bus service between Corry and another city. Witnesses testified at the initial hearing as the commission weighs permit approval for an extension, with a decision anticipated for March.
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Tara
Bayer
Aperatus
Corry
Fhe
Union City
Marek Wu
Sunn
Turthi Omnis
Planes Patrol Coal Fields In South Indiana
Planes patrol coal fields in southern Indiana amid rumors of a union miners mobilizing near Princeton. Officials report confusion and limited ability to identify the miners as guards and local authorities prepare to protect workers and suppress potential unrest.
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United Press
Rvansyiele
Taniana
Omunion
Princeton
Tien
National Guard
Dayen
Vandlerbarg
Witrick
Gibson County
Sind Wombad
Fairmont
Union
West Virginia
Nhw
Hetig
Lemand
Havi Subatl Nites van
Wittner
United Mine Workers
Compulsory Jail Sentences Urged By Treasury
Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Andrews recommended to Congress a plan to make jail sentences compulsory forConvicted moonshiners bootleggers and Traitor Treasury officials. The proposal would replace fines with combined fines and imprisonment with parole provisions as needed, and could double penalties on second convictions.
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Unitedress
Washington
Suspected Auto Thief Linked to Pittsburgh Shooting
Pittsburgie February 24 Charles Nowy is in serious condition with a heart wound. A suspect named Nati faces a charge after explaining the wound. Police link the shooting to a garage intruder report by WO. Baete who says he surprised the intruder and fired four shots as the man fled.
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United Press
Pittsburgie
Charles Nowy
Nati
Marriage of Dorothy Purdy and Edward Smith in Erie
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Dorothy Purdy and Mr Edward Smith, both of Corry, by Rev Heslert Shaw at the Methodist Church in Erie on Tuesday morning February. The couple, who will reside in Corry, plan a south trip after the wedding and motor home home.
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Dorothy Purdy
Edward Smith
Corry
Heslert Shaw
J. Lambers
Walter Lambers
Erie
Willy Alter
South
Smith
American Missionaries Refused Landing in Strike Era
Two American Pentecostal Holiness Alliance missionaries and a British woman were denied ashore in a Hong Kong port amid a wave of strikes and boycotts in the south. Officials say the action is part of the intensified protest movement sweeping the region.
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United Press
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Aukhol
Cme
Hongkong
Boycate
Auto Drivers Must Have 1926 Cards Monday
Pennsylvania motorists face loss of driving rights if licenses are not obtained before Monday. About a half million drivers may be without licenses next week and subject to fines. The highway department reports issuing over 1.0 million licenses to date and mailings to all motor vehicle operators were sent over a month ago.
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Pennsylvania
Highway Department
Corry
Girl in coastin crash suffers broken leg in city collision
West Frederick street near West Wayne street was the scene last night when a group of youths riding a bob sled struck the Venango Utility Service Corporation truck driven by Claude Kells. Heatrice Dadelino, reportedly a local girl, sustained a badly fractured left leg while a younger rider was bruised. Police warned against street coastings as four youths fled the crash area. Deschamp girl was taken to hospital with serious injuries. other rider believed not seriously hurt.
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Venango Lillie Service Corporation
Claude Kells
West Wayne Street
Heatrice Dadelino
Philip
Despie
Kelly
Wayne Street
Trederick Street
Deschamp
Hart
Diphtheria Case Quarantine Amid City Health Notice
One case of diphtheria and six cases of whooping cough are under quarantine in the city. Mrs James Clark, 120 12 First Avenue, is confined at home with diphtheria and is recovering well. Authorities hope the outbreak is checked and will not spread further.
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James Clark
Hee
First Avenue
New Tax Measure in Senate
Washington February 4 The new 387 million tax reduction will be presented to the Senate for immediate consideration. Senator Smoot of the Senate Finance Committee outlines urgency to notify taxpayers of reductions for March.
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Washington
Senate
Shreve Seeks Reelection To Congress Amid Race
An uptick in spring primaries sparks activity as Milton W. Shreve, the current congressman, publicly leans toward reelection with petitions circulated in the district. Erie reports note potential opposition and several local candidates including Raymond and others may challenge, while Schilling seeks another term in the state assembly and Joseph Re Zeisenheim enters the Fourth district race.
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Shreve
Markshure
Erie
Assembly
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Raymond
Thys
Corry
Schilling
State Assembly
Joséph Re Zeisenheim
Bethe Hent Steel Plans 35 Million Preferred Stock Issue
New York February 4 The Bethe Hent Steel corporation seeks stockholder approval to issue 35 million dollars of seven percent cumulative preferred stock. Common holders may subscribe. funds will finance new facilities and retirement of existing preferred stock due April 1.
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New York
Bethe,hent Steel Corporation
B. Grace
Ies
Butler Surgeon Takes Poison
Dr. Eugene Hughes, a world war veteran and prominent Butler surgeon, attempted suicide in a Cleveland hotel by drinking sleeping potion. He remains near death as coroner notes it was a premeditated act amid ill health.
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Tuiteu Des
Cleveland
Ohio
Eugene Hughes
Butler
Pasis
Hughes
Snow removal costs to drop five thousand in Erie streets
Erie officials estimate snow removal for the current winter will save about 5000 dollars, while total snow expenses may rise to around 9000 to 10000 dollars. The director of streets Theodore Eickhorn provided figures noting last year’s cost reached roughly 15000 dollars.
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Erie
Peh
Theodore Eickhorn
Home Owned by Corryite Burns at Carter Hill
Fire destroyed a home on Carter Hill reportedly belonging to Corryite, with substantial contents lost. Neighbor John Pitt and partner Kinney, both tied to the property, faced an estimated $5,000 in damage covered partly by insurance as investigators probed the blaze.
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Corryite Burns
Carter Hill
Jef’ Kinney
Dosel
John Pitt
Model Market
Fami
John Pith
Tomas
Kinney
Pitt
First Avenue
Siiney
Friday Night Special Session To Name Street Commissioner
The ite Commission schedules a Friday evening meeting to handle routine business postponed from today due to absences. The session may address the enginespag department and the possible selection of a street commissioner with Columbus Avenue work and related matters to be discussed.
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Ite Commission
Fricken
Columbus Avenue
Shoot and Escape After Payroll Heist in Baltimore
A daylight payroll robbery in Baltimore ends with two suspects fleeing the scene. Patrolman Patrick Kirkin and paymaster Emanuel Berlin were involved, and authorities report a haul of about $15,800. The incident occurred near the Western Maryland Dairy line, and police are pursuing leads as of this morning.
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Ay Jniea
Taltinore
Lato
Survey of Liquor Conditions Planned by House Panel
Washington Feb 24 The House Alcoholic Liquor Traffic committee voted to begin a sweeping survey of liquor conditions nationwide. The panel says it has authority to inquire into alcoholic traffic without a special resolution and plans to start investigations in about two weeks. A follow up meeting is set for Monday to firm up plans.
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United Press
Washington
Riles Committee
House
Alcoholic Liquor Traffic Committee
Right of Stewart to Sit with Tribunal in Pennsylvanian Debate
Governor Pinchot faced a Senate fight over Stewart’s public service commission seat tied to Philadelphia Rapid Transit rate disputes. The Supreme Court ruled Governor’s power to dismiss commissioners void, upholding Senate confirmation and the commission's authority.
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Sorsaum Commission
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Woormutt
Supreme Court
Public Service Commission
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J. Stewart
Pincchot
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Senate
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Philadelphia
Ran
Fort Tor
Font
Goventor Pinchot
Hames Stenn
Ray Bt
Eniontown
Ral Woordrift
Nn Tine
Bin
Hieving
Tener
Brumbaugh
Sprou
Reed to Defend Aluminum Co in Senate Inquiry Vote
United Press reports Senator David Reed of Pennsylvania plans to present the Aluminum Company of America case against trust charges in the Senate and Federal Trade Commission inquiry. A vote on the investigation may come after today’s session, with discussion about setting aside the Walsh aluminum matter. W L Durham left for Meadville on a business trip, and Miss Bunke Bennett, visiting Mrs. C M Jones, departed for Buffalo.
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United Press
Washington
Atamium
America
Aiavle
Federal Trade Commission
David Reed
Pennsylvania
W. L. Durham
Meadville
Shire
Bunke Bennett
Mes. C. MC Jones
East Nain Street
Buffalo
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