1927 Pennsylvani a Legislature Opens Mayors Address
1927 session opens as Mayor Bracken reads annual message detailing city improvements headed by street department goals. Leach heads street department. plan includes North Center Street resurfacing and prep for a broader city works program. Emphasis on efficiency, interdepartmental cooperation, and completing major projects this year.
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Leach
Bracken
C. AV
Beyuys
Pla
Ible
Tenvel Shrowi
Minan
Sthine Contig Wo
Federal probe in Canton murder case prompts new investigation
Cleveland report notes startling developments in the McDermott murder case as United States Attorney Hirrnsleine directs a federal probe. Detective Ora Slatsy and local officials discuss anticipated actions with Prosecutor Henry Hutter, aiming to secure a conviction while awaiting further word on leads tied to July events. Authorities expect significant steps within hours as the investigation widens.
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Mellett
United Press
Cleveland
Ohio
Igre
Cans Fo
Henry Hutter
Aldert i
Patrick I McDermott
Jowshucht Gelifmneitente
Barnteem
Content Police Department
McDermott
Init
Barnsteen
Wave of Influenza Sweeping Western Europe
A United Press survey shows a broad influenza wave across Western Europe and Great Britain with many deaths already reported and thousands ill. Berlin reports hundreds affected. Madrid cites dozens of deaths and about 100000 cases in Spain. Spain’s outbreak, linked to severe cold before Christmas, is seen as milder but widespread.
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United Prom
London
Western
Europe
Great Britain
United Press
Rum Bavariu
Berlin
Reich
Madrid
Avenza
Spain
Missing girl Mary Timko sparks cross city search
Police ask aid from several cities to locate Mary Timko aged about one, daughter of Mr and Mrs Steve Timko, last seen near Carry Come Academy Club area. Reports place her in Meadville, but confirmation lacking. Parents suspect a married man once linked to her disappearance a year ago may know her whereabouts. efforts to locate him continue.
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Mary ‘Timko
Steve ‘Flinko
Carry Comeacy Club
Marrh
Rim
Raurél
Corry
Meadville
New Chief of Police Tipton to Report for Duty
Milton B. Tipton named chief of police to replace George W. Duke and report for duty Wednesday. He and his wife relocate from Kane to Corry, leasing West Church Street apartments as they settle in. Tipton previously led Kane police for two years and served as a state trooper for four years.
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Milton B. Tipton
George W. Dunkle
Corry
AL Kane
Flood waters recede in the South after heavy floods
Flood waters receded across multiple rivers as relief workers checked damage in Tennessee Mississippi Arkansas West Virginia and Alabama. Early estimates put financial losses between two and five million dollars with 28 lives reported lost.
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Memphis
Tenn
Fennessee
Mississippi
Arkansas
West Virginia
Alabama
Fiood Watipe
Defends Policy in Nicaragua Policy Debate Rages
United States officials defend a policy aimed at protecting American lives and interests in Nicaragua. They cite canal and naval rights, plus protection of property, as justification for occupying three Nicaraguan ports. The White House and State Department stress treaty rights and commercial stakes amid revolutionary disturbances.
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Ludwell Denny
United Preex
Wasitington
United States
Nicaragen
Ponsepa Bay
Prassent
de Grons
America
Nicaragua
White House
State Department
Ameri
Pabels
Sacass
Puerto Cabezas
New York
Plan Special Election Inc Plan Special Election Inc
Harrisburg announces plan for special elections in Erie and Philadelphia counties following deaths of Senators Nichol and Griswold. Davis cites need to replace lawmakers and calls for timely polls. Local impact noted for voters and party organizations.
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Ty Annea
Harrisburg
Davis
Erie
Philadelphia
Wm. J
Nichol
Griswold
Storm Warnings Hoisted From Delaware to Boston Coast
The United States Weather Bureau ordered storm warnings along the coast from Delaware breakwater to Boston. Officials reported eastward moving water and worsening conditions as a major storm threat.
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Unitec Press
Washington
United States Weather Bureau Today
Delaware
Boston
Miss
Tower Ke
Congress Urges Cash Bonus For Veterans Now
Congress calls for a cash bonus to veterans amid bank lending failures. The plea centers on insured certificates and Mayrant cash options as relief measures for veterans seeking timely support.
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Congress
Hundreds homeless after tremors and eruptions strike Duravyy
A chaotic city scene unfolds as an earthquake and volcanic eruption displace thousands in Duravyy Alas Sania. The Tralian Red Cross mobilizes relief while city officials meet to address banking strain and public safety. Mayor Bracken outlines mortgage and loan policies. banks resist, prompting debates on soldier bonus payments and government-backed certificates amid ongoing recovery efforts.
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Italy
Duravyy
Alassania
Tralian Red Cross
Howard
Paul R
Tremary
United Press Sun
Soiarea
Department of Streets
Pol Council
United Press Today
Fuse
Chick
Caraway
Dem
Ark
Dunkle
Paulkon
Po King
Utah
Afi Copeland
Joe
Bire
Ni Yu
Amd
Treas
Heessang
Commis
Robinisom
Brown
Bray
David Ay Read
Repu
Paenowaw
Mellgy Bank of
Pitts
Bracken
Greanae
Copeland
Weirdy Chief Senate Clerk Named in 1927 PA Legislature
Charles G. Miller reports from Harrisburg that Thomas Bluett, Philadelphia, was chosen speaker of the Pennsylvania House as the 1927 session opened. Eugene White of Chester was named chief clerk and Joel Ian Burgner of Chambersburg resident clerk. Lieutenant Governor-elect James chaired ceremonies as the Senate and House began their new term, with Burris, Mellon, and Fisher figures shaping committee leadership and clerk choices.
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Tarrishurg
Thomas Alvett
Philadelphia
House of Representatives
Pennsylvania
Hluett
Wilken Gy Sari
Berks Ourity
Bluett
Saing
House
Eugene White
Chester
Joel Ian Burgner
Chambersburg
Harrisburg
David J. Davis
Scranton
Thomas Bluett
Senate
Davis
Pinchot
Blett
Mouse
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Davie
Arthur TI. James
James
Tavis
E. Mekirdwickley
McKirdy
Gallagher
John E.mckirdy
Sewickley
Campittes
Unto Trust Company
Mellon Bans
Pittsburgh
William P. Gallagher
Wilkes Barre
William J. Mellon
John 5. Fisher
Bat Gallagher
Arthur H. James
Metlon Grundy Ware
Fisher
Rotary Club Address Plea for Kindness in New Year
Rotary Club members and guests heard Jack Loveland speak at the Hotel Guppy on New Year’s resolutions urging kindness in daily life. Loveland’s talk blended verse, humor, and practical tips, praised as one of the best club talks, with Dr Spencer A. Pree of DuBois noted as a friendship influence. All members attended except Dr PG Wood, ill. Guests included Crenege McGiress of Pittsfield and Albrecht of Cleveland.
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Hank M
Loveland
Rotary Club
Gupry
Whit
Rotary Clab
Spencer A. Pree
DuBois
PG Wood
Crenege McGiress
Pittsfield
Aril
If Albrecht
Cleveland
Death of State Senator Griswold Shocks Friends Here
Word spread of the death of Senator Marvin E. Griswold of Erie after a heart attack at his West Twenty-third Street home. He had been en route to Harrisburg for the Legislature, after presiding at a Griewold Manufacturing Company conference, where he served as president. Born November 18, 1808, Griswold hailed from a prominent Erie family with prior public service.
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Marvin E. Griswold
Terie
Tarrisburg
Griswold
Maxtyin Griswold Gran
Yale Uni
Westley Again Named County Tax Collector in Erie
Frank B Westley city treasurer is named county tax collector by Erie county commissioners who rejected a proposal to appoint one collector for all wards. Commissioners Moorhead Rogan oppose changing the system citing successful current methods. Reelection of Erie tax collectors and visitors Mrs Enisha Dutton Mrs Nelli Schulton and Mrs Charles Howard were noted. Frank Paulkner left for Cleveland on business.
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Frank B Westley
Erie
Davis
Daley
Moorhead
Rogan
Enisha Dutton
Nelli Schalton
Charles Howard
Columbus
Frank Paulkner
Cleveland
Schools Resume After Recess In City After Christmas Break
Schools in the city reopened this morning following the Christmas vacation. Classes resumed in all buildings after a brief pause, with normal activities restoring after the holiday period.
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Cty
Recall envoy to take up Chinese problems
United Press reports that Tobin A MacMurrray American minister to China was ordered by the State Department to return to Washington at once to confer with Secretary of State Kellogg and President Coolidge on issues arising from the Cantonese nationalist movement. MacMurray will reach Seattle February 4. Frederick Meyer to act as charge d affaires at Peking in his absence. Attorney Blaine Kincaid returned home this afternoon from a business trip.
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Washington
Tobin
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