Prohibition corruption case centers on McConnell network
An 8 page indictment details alleged conspiracies to flood Pennsylvania with liquor through the dense Pittsburgh office network. It accuses William McConnell and aides of defrauding the government by flooding permits and conspiring with political figures to gain jobs as prohibition agents. The case outlines overt acts, names key officials, and sets a March trial date for the McConnell group.
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Pergylvania
Philhigiphia
Ppikivition
William McConnell
Philadelphia
Peothgpere
Hilaf Ee
McConnell
Pennsylvani
Tuc Thampaon
Accie
McDonell
Albert PF
Samuel A Wolfe
Pittsburgh Ofice
Hirai W Hennett
National Affair
Homer
Seputor Ponrose
Kecretary
LG. Taylor
W. Harry Baker
Charman
State Republican Committee
T Larry Eyre
Struggle in Ruhr Centers on Taxation
The Ruhr crisis centers on taxes as Germany s government faces French and Belgian occupation. General De Goutte imposes tax collections on all wires tobacco alcohol and cigaretten sales in occupied zones. Businesses that pay risk protection by occupiers, while nonpayment could lead to seizure and confiscation of goods.
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United Prose
Dusseldorf
Ruhr
Gorey
General de Goutte
DeGoutio
Uch
Gira
Hotel Owner Killed by Shot in Wildwood
United Press reports in Wildwood New Jersey that Emma McKeown six year old owner of the Premont Hotel was shot and killed instantly in the hotel ditch today.
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United Press
Wildwood
N. J
Emma McKeown
Preemont Hotel
War in Angora prompts negotiations with Western powers
Fragmented OCR text references Kemal ataturk and Turkish resistance against Western pressure amid a broader Allied stance. It hints at Turkish insistence on sovereignty, NATO-like alignment, and fears of punitive actions, with mentions of mediation and continued conflict in the Angora region.
Powder Plant Blast Kills Two Workers
Two workers died in a blast at a powder plant in Uintor Falls, United Press dispatch reports. Investigators, aided by local authorities, are examining ruins of the omni frame ruin and the structure damaged by the explosion. Fire and rescue crews battled flames as teams searched the scene for further casualties.
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United Press
Maret
Nurses Supt Quits Staff Of Hospital Here
Shocked hospital staff and students react to the resignation of Nellie Atkins longtime superintendent of nurses at Carry Hospital Martinsville Illinois She left for home after a brief notice leaving the hospital in care of others and sparking worry among graduates and patients as the board wordlessly considers the move
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Nellie Atkins
Carry Hospital
Lack of Harmony
George
Martingsille
Misa Atkaus Caine
Mporry
Miteille
X-Mailel Peatiye
Melulon
Wospital
Jovenal Today
Miss. Atkins
Fecquiestinnys
Aif
Martinsville
Hinois
Senators Plan Vast Vacation Travels From Washington
Washington dispatch notes a surge of lawmakers and officials preparing trips abroad and domestically as Congress adjourns. Delegations including the President and top leaders will oversee cruises and tours, with many rooms booked for five week voyages to the West Indies, Europe, and American timber regions while key committees seek field data and policy implications.
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United Press
Washington
Breit Exortus
Witson
Espigul
Devenster
Washington of Ite Leading Publicanien
Uxudue
Congre
Aggiewviizel
Ecqail
Une Hicks
Tandting Willson
Mel Bardin
Sawyer
Gillert
Lasker
Eral Daugherty
Cristian
Frelinghuysen
Navy
Denby
Congressmnen
Panini Canal
United States
United States Coal Commission
Senate Forestry Committee
Jeviathan
America
Fes
Europe
Soute Mtuxghes Ys
Hawa
Wint Southelmerica
State school funding shortfall sparks legislative procurement debate
A garbled OCR report outlines a request for 99 million dollars to run state schools, with Auditor General and Superintendent of Public Instruction figures sparring over appropriations. The piece notes a $10 million rise over prior estimates and references Edmonds act reporting requirements and district filings.
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United Pro
Marcy Therot
Legilatire
Welwolk
Same & Leisses
Hone &. Finnegan
Sli Tyewis
Edmonds
Charlie and Pola Negri Patch up All Differences
Hollywood romance drama swirls again as Pola Negri and Charlie Chaplin reconcile after a heated quarrel. The pair, reportedly engaged, spent time apart amid busy schedules but were seen together in Monterey and later at Pola’s apartment, declaring renewed engagement and plan to marry when time allows.
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Charlie
Pola Negri
OS Angeles
Poli Negri
Katie Chaplin
Monterey
Chapin Negri
Chablin
Lees
Charlie Way
Pola
Cvs Negri
Miss Negri
Slw
Chapliye
End of 67th Congress Nears as Lawmakers Depart
Rumblings of a historic exodus from the capital unfold as the 67th Congress heads toward adjournment. The present session is poised to end tomorrow or Sunday, with lawmakers preparing to depart Washington.
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Congress
Former Pastor Returns to Lead Local Presbyterian Church
Rev Harry Dunning, former pastor of First Presbyterian, returns to lead morning and evening services this Sunday at the local church. Rev M Dunnie from Middletown, NY will preside at services in this city next Sunday and the following Sabbath. Longtime members greet the pastor's return with enthusiasm.
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Harry Dunning
First Presbyterian
M. Dunnie
Middletown
Brooklyn Man Takes Own Life At Subway Station
New York police report Max Sicheer aged 50 of Brooklyn committed suicide at a speeding subway platform during the morning rush hour. Traffic was halted for over thirty minutes as responders cleared the station and several women fainted amid the crowded platform.
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United Press
New York
Max Sicheer 50
Brooklyn
Anne
Alice
Schwartz Case Is Continued In Federal Hearing
The defense pleads that Schwartz was hired by Gosser as a prohibition agent. Testimony shows Schwart claimed not to hold credentials, with a special investigator from Haynes’ office failing to verify them. Grand jurors and federal agents testified Schwart may have acted under Gosser’s direction, with further Erie connections suspected.
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Tiarges
Schwarte
Herwil
Goyer
Eamnvister
United States
iaMseniter
Roger Knlox
Pitts
Garren
Hemi Laren
Wbutd
Preston H Pryor
Gomer
Gosser
Iliie SeNiWiaete
Gusser
Schwrarte
Schwarty
Lloyd Combattt
Pryor
Lane Malone
Minneapolis
Haynes
Schwartz
Grand Jury
Frank Plowers
Bessie Easter
Joh J. Phillips
Sohwarts
Mary Wie
Hi Wan
Robert A. Young
Erie Ty Ael
Federal Agenta
Gubier
Isn
Young
Rick Schwarty
Erie
Sch
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Act Tonight on Bill Reducing License Age
A fragmented item notes a pending measure in the House to reduce the license age to sixteen years and outlines amendments and funding for fisheries and hunting programs. It mentions a meeting at the House Hill and lists attendees and questions on the bill’s details.
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Ware
Keil
Gislan
House Hill
Amunathenihefore Limited
Department of Fisheries
Vormon
Dulkpobes
Boy Arson Suspect Held on $1500 Bond in Norristown
United Press dispatch from Norristown Pa reports a 15 year old student William Singer of Sucigle Pay, enrolled at Perkiscor Seminary in Penisburg, was held without bail by Magistrate Clark on arson charges with bail set at 1500 dollars. Swarts fixed the tail at 1500. The boy then returned to Ma euingie with his father.
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Norristown
Giro
Perkiscor Seminary
Penisburg
Willam Singer
Sucigle
Clark
Jude Swarts
Three Bandits Sought For Big Gem Robbery
New York police seek three armed bandits who robbed a diamond brokerage, binding Max Somes and Charles Landas with a necktie and handkerchief. They escaped with about 14 000 dollars in diamonds after entering the office and seizing the victims.
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New York
Mia
Max Some
Charles Landas
Landa
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