Largest vote in history on dry question in Ontario
Ottawa Ont December 1 The largest vote in history of Ontario was expected today to decide if the province keeps prohibition or follows western provinces in government liquor stores. Conservatives would end war time act and establish liquor stores. Liberals and progressives would continue prohibition. A close vote was expected with results by midnight.
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U S Faces Chinese Crisis With Naval Measures
Washington reports a dangerous China situation as the State Department reaffirms that U S naval and marine forces will protect lives and property only, not engage in the customs dispute. Rumors of Cantonese action near Hankow raise fears of foreign expulsion and possible foreign concessions amid anti foreign sentiment on the Yangtze.
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State Department
United States
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China
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Macurray
Yangtze River
Elks Plan Sale Of Western Lot At City Lodge Meeting
Elks with home at Lincoln Highway site discussed selling the western 100 foot strip known as the lower forty at a Monday meeting. Trustees will seek larger bids and may use proceeds to clear debt or build a new meeting hall. E J Raymond elected to fill the vacancy due to A O Andersons death.
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E. J. Raymond
Accident En Route To City From DeKalb In Lombard
A DeKalb party traveling from Chicago to this city had a late evening crash in Lombard. The Gustafson car, driven by Vincent Fuller, was struck by a reportedly intoxicated motorist who was arrested and jailed in Lombard. The DeKalb travelers stayed in Lombard overnight. injuries were not confirmed.
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Chicago
Lombard
Vincent Fuller
Albert Stone
Gus 'Gustafson
Lombar
Half Million Dollar Trial Begins in Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh on December 1 the $500,000 civil suit of Anne Caldwell a New York show girl against John W Hubbard Pittsburgh shovel manufacturer opened in U S district court Judge W H Thomson presiding A panel of 18 veniremen was tentatively set for jury selection Caldwell attended court appearing pressed The suit filed October 19 19% had been postponed several times Jury selection began at 11 45 a m adjourned to 1 30 p m with attorneys signaling formal initiation of proceedings.
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U.R
Anne Caldwell
New York
Ainst
John W. Hubbard
Pittsbergh
United States District Court
W. H
Thomson
Biss Caldwell
Three fires in a day strain city fire crew
Three fires in rapid succession kept the city fire department on alert yesterday. At College avenue a Lindsey home fire caused heavy damage from attic flames fed by combustibles. at the Jordan farm south of town a minor blaze was quickly extinguished. and at 903 Pleasant street a stove polish flare caused smoke but little damage. Fire damage totaled about $1500 at the College avenue residence.
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Malec
Jordan Farm
Pleasant Street
M. H. McEvoy
Wall
Assessor Bristow Remains Hospitalized At Glidden
Township assessor George Bristow, patient at Glidden hospital for about four weeks, shows improved condition after two operations. Special nurse discharged, Bristow allowed short daily visits from his room as he nears recovery and plans to return home soon.
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Bristow
Hi Hone
Carol Denies Coup Plans Amid Romanian Succession Turmoil
Paris reports indicate former Crown Prince Carol denies coup rumors as General Angelescu details talks. Queen Marie and Princess Helen contend for a regency seat in Bucharest while King Ferdinand’s health fuels a tense royal power struggle.
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Michel
Hughes Hears New Evidence in Water Suit
Washington reporters describe the water diversion case before Special Master Charles E. Hughes as evidence reopens today in the ongoing Great Lakes dispute. Proceedings focus on new submissions and legal arguments in the cross border water rights matter.
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Hughes
Washington
Great Lakes
Charles E. Hughes
Largest Kane County still uncovered near Aurora Illinois
Dec 1 The district city director Gus Simons and aides raided a farm three miles from Aurora and found an alcohol plant described as Chicago's main filling station. The four-building complex valued at 150000 dollars could produce 1500 gallons of alcohol weekly. Neighbors reported four trucks served the site daily. Equipment included seven 25000 gallon vats and multiple stills, yeast, boilers, a power plant, and 150 gallons of alcohol ready for shipment.
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Modern Poet to Address Public At DeKalb High
Modern Poet Edmond Vance Cook to speak on Modern Poetry at DeKalb high school auditorium tomorrow at 3 p.m. public invited with nominal admission. Cook is a noted figure in poetry who once spoke at the State College. George Elias, Caldean native, spoke at the high school this morning about Cossack army experiences in World War I and early Babylon history. students and faculty enjoyed his talk.
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DeKalb High School
Cook
Wsh
State College
George Elias
Caldean
Babylonia
Chicken Thief Operating In Night Shift
Police received early morning reports of chicken thieves in the area on the Sycamore road. The Roland family reported several chickens stolen from their hen house overnight. Officers searched for clues but by noon no trace or suspects had been found.
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Sycamore Road
Patients Are Removed From Range of Fire Nearby Harvard
A terse item notes patients removed from danger as mercury hovering around potential exposure near Harvard Minnesota in December. Authorities report measures taken to limit risk and maintain facility safety for residents and staff.
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Cold Wave Grips Midwest With Blizzards and Deep Frost
A severe cold wave sweeps the Midwest with temperatures down to 12 below zero at Devil's Lake and 15 below at Hibbing. Grand Forks and Fargo report sharp drops while Calumet, Mich, endures a heavy blizzard with five to seven feet of snow. Deer hunters are stranded. North Dakota roads are blocked and relief is forecast for tomorrow.
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Baraga
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Stores Open Evenings for Nine Nights in DeKalb
Announcement says city stores will stay open every evening from December 15 to 24 to aid Christmas shoppers. Merchants approved the nine night plan at a merchants division meeting of the Chamber of Commerce, also finalizing Christmas decoration plans. Christmas lights to be turned on this evening.
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State moves for mistrial in Hall Mills murder case
In Somerville New Jersey Justice Parker denied the states motion for a mistrial after a lunch break. He said the affidavits had been considered and the motion to dismiss the jury was denied leaving the case to proceed to the jury after arguments of counsel.
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Hall- Mills
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Hall-Mills
Alex Simpson
Frances Stevens Hall
Willie and
Henry Stevens
Eleanor Mills
Edward Wheeler Hall
Simpson
Ission
Gilbert Vendern
Carlstrom Ends Case In Illinois Central Settlement
Illinois equals 1.5 million dollars finalizes a twenty year dispute with the Illinois Central railroad. Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom delivered the settlement and check to Springfield, with officials present as the decree was filed in LaSalle County Circuit Court. The state closes the controversy earning nearly 900 thousand in relief and the carrier pays the remainder.
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Hlinoix Central
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