Frank Orren Lowden A Rich Politician From Humble Roots
A Washington Illustrated News profile features Frank Orren Lowden of Illinois. Born to modest means, he rose through teaching law and business ventures to become a wealthy governor. The piece notes his $3 million fortune, leadership in consolidating Illinois government, and a large farming estate with farms, tennis courts, and golf links.
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Ambiguous court ruling cited in partial OCR
Fragmentary text references Judge Sanderson of the Massachusetts Supreme Court and mentions a final approval that could affect the bench. Details are unclear due to degraded OCR.
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Arge W. Sanderson
Suprem Court of Mas- Bemuserts
Pensioned Workman Ah Quong Returns to China to Die
After thirty three years with a Western railroad Ah Quong receives a pension and plans to sail to China to spend his final days. He carried ties for the road and now looks toward home as retirement ends.
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Ah Quong
China
New Ruler Eugene Gilmore Joins Governing Cadre
Eugene A. Gilmore formerly a Boston lawyer assumes acting vice governorship and steps into executive duties following the death of Governor General Leonard W. The change establishes Gilmore as a key figure in the interim administration.
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Eugene A. Gilmore
Boston
Leonard Ww
Romantic Bachelor Ritchie Seen as Possible Democratic Nominee
International Illustrated News notes Albert Cabell Ritchie, Maryland governor and potential Democratic presidential candidate, praised for legal mind and steady leadership. His long tenure includes tax cuts, school and road improvements, and seafood conservation. Ritchie, 61, a bachelor with a genteel manner, is described as intensely hardworking with few hobbies.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Ole Volstead Law
al Smith
University of Maryland Law School
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Judge Webster Thayer Stands By Sacco and Vanzetti Trial
Judge Webster Thayer maintains belief in the fairness of the Sacco and Vanzetti case despite defense efforts. He rejects calls to reopen or retry the convictions.
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Vanezétti
Levy of Giants Joins New York Giants Pitcher
Jack Leroy Levy formerly with Charlotte North Carolina is added to the New York Giants pitching staff. He is described as a pitcher in the team roster update.
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New York Giants
Magrath to rule on death status of Sacco and Vanzetti
Dr. George Burgess Magrath, prison medical examiner, will determine when Sacco and Vanzetti are officially dead. The decision rests with his formal pronouncement.
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Sacco
Vanzetti
George Burgess Magrath
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