Democrats Force Public Release of Revenue Bill Text
Washington dec 28 Democrats press to publish the revenue bill text in full after prior secrecy The committee released the Mellon plan with changes plus a proposed 28 member board of tax appraisers The move follows public outlines and a stormy subcommittee session led by Rep Garner Texas who warned against creating new jobs before the campaign The bill’s details remain disputed with doubts over who would pay and how taxes would be assessed The session recessed until after the new year as the full committee weighs the measure
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Pash Goodin Injured After Fall From Second Story Window
Pash Gooslin, six year old son of Naomi Goodin, fell twenty feet from a Benton Boulevard second story window onto concrete. He remained semiconscious and doctors fear unknown extent of injuries, including possible brain concussion. The mother was away. maid supervised the boy. Cause of the accident undetermined.
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A. C. CLUB ELECTS NEW OFFICERS FOR NEXT YEAR
Malcolm Ruthven was elected president of the T. A. C Club at a recent meeting. He succeeds James Coots as head of the lab of city youths. Vice president Alfred Senevey, secretary Willian B. Melin, and Treasurer Nelson Ward were named. The club, founded by High School boys about ten years ago, is the city's oldest organization of its kind. Charter members remain active. they will host the annual Christmas event tonight at the Central Hotel.
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Oil price rise across Oklahoma and Kansas drives gains
Dallas dispatch reports Magnolis Petroleum announces higher crude oil prices in Oklahoma and Kansas aligning with Texas increases. Effective today, prices vary from 50 cents per barrel for oil under 28 gravity to 140 dollars for 39 gravity and above, with most cases up 15 cents per barrel.
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Clarke Letter Sparks White House Debate On Klan Ties
In Washington and Chicago reports, former Ku Klux Klan official F Y Clarke released a letter to President Coolidge viewed as publicity. A Coolidge spokesman said the president would not consider the letter beyond routine receipt. Patrick ODonnell of the American Unity League urged exposing Klan members to stop its influence.
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Kansas City Names Wooley Police Chief After Resignation
Dr Paul J Wooley was named chief of police in Kansas City after Chief C A Vassar resigned citing health and constant interference. Vassar said arrests rose but few convictions followed and called the department a madhouse. Governor Hyde hinted at a department shakeup.
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President Coolidge Declines Invitations for Month or Two
Washington reports President Coolidge will remain in the capital for at least another month or two, declining all invitations from New York and other cities. Also noted, Jenna Renshaw, 72, widow of Judge Jeff Renshaw, died in the city with Dr. J. F. Dillard of Birmingham to officiate.
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Rebels Evacuate Mexican Town As Guadalajara Falls
Reports from Mexico City quote General Francisco Serrano saying Guadalajara is surrounded and likely to fall within hours as federal troops close in from three sides. Consul Ruiz notes rebel morale sagging, with clashes at Yaracuaro and Ciudad reads. Troop movements toward Vera Cruz proceed slowly due to rail damage and road repairs.
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Gasoline price up two cents in Jefferson City
Gasoline in Jefferson City rises two cents per gallon under Standard Oil action. The total price becomes 17.2 cents, with one cent city tax funding street improvements. Governor McMasters urged federal action against oil price abuses. Other oil firms plan to raise prices similarly.
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Thirty Four Drug Addicts Sentenced in Federal Court
In St. Louis today thirty four drug addicts and peddlers pleaded guilty and sought clemency. Seventeen received one and a half years in the penitentiary while the rest were sent to jail. The sentences aim at curing the habit.
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Legal Technicality Delays Hanging of Convict in Prison Murder
The Supreme Court may set aside John Lee’s death sentence for killing cellmate Preston Young on October 10, 1922, due to a procedural omission in the indictment. Attorney General Barrett seeks a new trial, while defense and many city attorneys doubt the court will grant relief, noting standards vary and some cases benefited by technicalities.
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Paramount Company Sued Over Covered Wagon Portrayal
Virginia Bridger Hahn filed a district court suit in Wyandotte County seeking damages of 1 million dollars from Paramount Pictures and Lux Company for The Covered Wagon. She claims the film portrays her late father Jim Bridger as a heavy drinker and a dishonorable figure, causing humiliation to her and the Bridger family.
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Ux Players Lasky Corporation
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Jim” Bridger
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Garage worker arrested in double murder case at Hope Kansas
Albert Phegley was arrested at Russell Kansas in connection with the morning murders of Otto Schimming and his wife. Schimming’s sister was injured in the attack. The last words of Mrs. Schimming reportedly implicated Phegley. He had previously sued Schimming for 1500 on a note later claimed forged. County officials planned to return him to Hope.
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Six Convicts Fail In Plan To Tunnel From Missouri Prison
About six inmates, some described as bad actors, were thwarted when guards found the start of a tunnel under the twine factory floor at the Missouri penitentiary. The site lies near East Capitol Avenue, twenty five feet from the outer wall. Evidence included tools, rope, a flashlight, and food, with possible explosives suspected. Warden John Crawford led a large-scale search after a tip, revealing roughly six conspirators, though names were not disclosed. This marks a second security incident in weeks, following a loaded pistol discovery in December in a cell housing several dangerous inmates.
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Edalia Boy Dies in Accidental Shooting Near Lamonte
A 17 year old boy Reavis died at noon after being accidentally shot by Darwin Scott while hunting near Lamonte, 12 miles west of the town. The 12 gauge shell struck Reavis in the content of the shell. The coroner was notified and an inquest was deemed unnecessary.
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