Fear for Safety of Chinese Captives Amid Ransom Talks
Reports from Shanghai and Peking detail brigands holding captives after raiding the express. Negotiations with Chinese authorities and foreign legations aim to secure release for all five captives, while a demanded ransom of one million dollars prompts government caution over funds.
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Myr
Shanghai Pekin Express
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Hele Barkgin
Willidie
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Lillian Aude
Ming Seaton
Min Seuton
Manuel Aveira Verea
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Mexia
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Shentung Provisional
Lin Chong
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Pinna
Freign
China
Doctors May Prescribe Liquor Without Limit Under Act
United Press reports Judge Knox ruled that a physician may prescribe any amount of liquor necessary for a patient. The decision challenges the Volstead Act limit on prescriptions. The ruling follows an injunction by Dr Samuel W. Lambert to restrain a federal attorney from capping prescribed amounts.
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New York
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Harrison
Samual W. Lambert
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Lambert
Straw Hats in Snow Flurries On Center Street
A Smiths journal feature notes calm scenes as men in straw hats walk Center Street despite snow flurries and freezing temperatures. The writer suggests many would have reported the sight as the morning promenade of strangers.
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Center Street
King Winter Returns to Northwest Thunderstorms and Snow
A recent final swing across the circuit brought King Winter back with light snow flurries and plunging temps in Cincinnati Johnstown and Cleveland. Forecasters expect a gradual warmup tomorrow as the Alkan storm weakens, while Detroit reports a light snow with high winds and a sharp temperature drop.
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Anid
Detroit
Engagement Announced for Zell York and Tobn Archibald lu Jett
Mr and Mrs FR York announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Zell Marion York to Mr Tobn Archibald lu Jett of Chicago. Both are teaching in missionary schools at Cochabamba Bolivia. Miss York was previously at Corry High School before going to South American mission work.
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West Smith Street
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Chicago
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Bolivia
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Democrat named Baltimore mayor by landslide vote
Howard W. Jackson a Democrat won the Baltimore mayoral race by about 24 000 votes over his closest opponent. Final statewide results released show every ticket candidate except one winning. The new city council will be 17 Democrats and one Republican.
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Howard W. Jackson
Uver
British King and Queen Visit Vatican in May 1937
British King George VI and Queen Elizabeth paid a formal visit to Pope Pius XI at the Vatican. The royals attended ceremonies, received a private audience, and were greeted by Monsignor Riccardo De Samper before a luncheon and state chairs presentation. The return procession followed with ceremonial honors and official exchanges.
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Act To End Park Rowdyism
Police warned residents that authorities will arrest those causing disturbances in park rowdyism incidents. arrests to end the practice expected this afternoon as officials seek immediate action. The rest of the dispatch reports weather sliding into snow and chills affecting the baseball schedule with postponements and varied game statuses across teams.
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Hae Deon
Casey Duntdean
Freighter Strikes Umatilla Reef Off Washington Coast
United Press reports the American freighter Lake Gepahrt hit the Umatilla Reef on the Washington coast. A Coast Guard cutter Snohomish was requested for aid, but no immediate danger was found. Also notes local illness and travel mentions among families in Erie and Buffalo, with a funeral memory for Mrs. Margaret Crowe.
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San Francisco
Washington
Radio Corporation of America Nore Amcor
Call
Coast Guard
Tris
Wo Hicks
Shady Avenue
James
Welshh
Ng James
Frank
Joxesih
Buffalo
Pervicey
Margaret Crowe
Carl Gray
Sheffield
Isiness
Truse
Erie
Ward
Upton City
British-Russian breach widens amid wartime tensions
Fragmentary dispatches describe a brewing crisis between Britain and Russia as London cites troubling actions over Baltic fishing and the seizure of a British trawler. Reports indicate diplomatic strains intensify with protests, warnings, and potential retaliatory steps contemplated by both sides.
Foil Bomber Implicated In Jail Delivery
May 9 report ties John Wherely and Herbert Wilk to a jail break plot at Los Angeles County Jail. Officers recovered coded notes from Curtis Reid, a murder suspect, detailing plans to kill guards and inmates if obstructed. Reid, linked to a youth gang, allegedly led the scheme and towed a pistol while under guard.
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Gwiles
John
Herbert Wilk
Wall Street
Ivere
Jy " Denen
Reid
Charles Weingarden
Cleanup Week Poster Contest Chooses Judges
Mary Kenney chairs a poster contest for cleanup week naming Roall and J A Tanston as judges. Students from the site participate with original posters. prizes await the winners.
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Mary Kenney
Roall An
J. A Tanston
Houston to Get Wilson Support
A brief United Press dispatch notes political maneuvering as Houston lines up support for Wilson. The report mentions planned backing and regional interest, with references to political figures and shifting alliances ahead of key votes.
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Houston
Wilson
Farmers threaten to boycott stores in Jamestown
Patchy OCR yields a garbled report about local farmers threatening a boycott of area stores. Names, places, and dates are unreadable, but the core claim remains a planned action impacting commerce in the town.
Fire victims in serious condition in Warren hospital
Report from Warren indicates several fire victims, including Sara James, Ethel Beanton, and others, remain in serious condition at Honera hospital. Ongoing investigation notes the blaze began at a residence, with local officials urging caution while responders assess injuries and facilities.
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Warren Honera
Hospital Tivesiay
Sara James
Ethel Beanton
Stephen Sariputa
Sore Lanwell
Marto
Nora
Corryites Hear Hoover Talk At N Y Convention
Corry residents attend a New York City convention where Hoover speaks on prosperity and rehabilitation. The event, part of the Chamber of Commerce annual meeting, features remarks from General Mines, head of the Veterans Bureau, and hints at President Harding's expected address Thursday evening.
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N. Y
DA Wilstrom
Phomubur
Herbert
Oaven
Ulalwo
Illstrosa
Chamber of Commerce
Unital State
Gen. Mines
Harding
Sugar Grove Opens New Bank Amid Turbulent Debut
Sugar Grove inaugurates a new bank amid unclear details with local officials including president Beatty and committee chair Vota. The opening grants $50,000 in capitalization as residents evaluate the institution’s stability and potential impact on the community.
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Yhrsctors
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Vota
Aessetinit Cashley
Ilineetote Naviy
Missing Girl Still Unlocated In Local Inquiry
Mystery surrounds the disappearance of 17 year old Angelina Chie sontid daughter of Mia and Mrs Ralph Chitieusto who left home on Sunday. She allegedly wrote a check for $800 before leaving and authorities have not learned if it was cashed. A linked case involves Raffel Sarareno of Marion street in connection with the missing girl.
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Wherswboute
Angelina Chiesontid
Mia
Ralph Chitieusto
Raffel Sarareno
Marion Atceet
Heath Opens Modern Meat Market on East Washington
Announcement by Mr. Heath that a modern meat market will open in the building formerly occupied by John Ward on East Washington Street. Robert Long named as meat cutter and a full line of fresh beef to be offered. Opening day scheduled for Thursday.
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Straet
John Ward
Robert Long
Sharp rebuke to governor in dry item
Administration forces suffer severe jolt in rejection of appropriation for dry enforcement. Whole program in Daneker.
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Daneker
Reorganization Legislation Dominates State Debate
A distorted OCR text outlines a sprawling political row over reorganization codes and budget implications. It mentions Governor Pivehiot, a $800,000 allocation, and legislative maneuvering affecting state agencies and public offices amid contentious reforms and veto threats.
Steel King Victimized by Forged Note in New York
Hebhlohon Steel Company organizer Schwab testified before a Grand Jury in New York about a forged 25 000 dollar note. He identified a woman as the suspect but said she had no authority to use his name. Prosecution notes possible further forgeries and a question of intentionality. Defense contends forgery was not malicious and aimed to fund a Boston date.
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United Press
New York
Mar F Carlord Schwab
Hebhlohon Steel Company
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Indy
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