Russians and Chinese to open direct peace talks expected
London dispatch reports officials awaiting word on opening of direct negotiations between Soviet Russia and nationalist China over the Chinese War. The outcome could end hostilities with talks believed to have begun in Harbin or Mukden under Russian plenipotentiaries.
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London
Atinviryvs
Russia
China
Eit
Harbin
Mukden
L. B. Sercev
Railroad Ambissariat
B. N. Melnikov
Chang Tso Hsiang
Kirin
Manchur
Urea
Mongolia
J White
Moscow
Khabarovsk
Manchinria
South Dakota Penitentiary to Produce License Plates
Warden George T. Jameson announces nearly 40000 dollars of machinery installed at the South Dakota penitentiary for license plate production. Six machines, 20 workers, and a plan to ship plates to county treasurers by December with first operation by August 8. Initial order ~220000 pairs for 1930 vehicles.
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Soux Falls
South Dakota
United States
George T. Jameson
Penitentiary Shirt Factory
Jameson
State Highway Department
Weather Huron and South Dakota Outlook
Weather summary notes thinner showers this afternoon or tonight with continued warming tonight. Friday will be fair and cooler in Huron and northwest portions, with generally fair conditions across South Dakota and slightly warmer in the west tonight.
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Huron
South Dakota
Northwest
Refusal to Walk 2000 Miles To Be Hanged
Sam Watson, 69, confessed to killing a man in 1853 near Selsom New Mexico but refuses to be transported back for trial. Spokane dispatch notes New Mexican authorities show no interest in financing Watson's return. Sheriff Tanner offers consideration if Watson changes his mind but Watson insists he has no money and will not walk back to stand trial.
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Spokane
Wash
Sam
Watson
Selsom
N. M
A. W. Tanner
Folsom
Pope to Leave Vatican at Dusk for Historic Spectacle
Rome crowds gathered at St. Peter's as Pope Pius XI prepared to depart the Vatican marking a historic moment since 1870. A solemn procession would recreate Corpus Christi rites with clerics, seminarians including Americans, and a platform ceremony in sight of the papal cortege.
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Rome
St. Peter's Cathedral
Vatican
Papal State
Pius XI
United Kingdom of
Italy
Pius
Seminarians
Mistaken for bandit fires Mistakes girl and shoots
On July 25 in Minneapolis 18 year old Miss Madeling Linseth of Madison Wisconsin was shot and critically wounded by Leroy Cady who said he fired after mistaking her for a burglar. Police were summoned and the injured girl was treated at a hospital. Cady was detained without charge.
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Minneapolis
Madeling Linseth
Madison
Wis
Leroy Gady
Racer
Cady
Hohenzollerns Back Rupprecht As King Still
In Nuremberg July 24 a Hohenzollern delegation stated Rupprecht Wittelsbach is not Bavarian crown prince but King. They note Prince August Wilhelm of Prussia, fourth son of the former emperor, was delegated to deliver birthday greetings for Rupprecht’s sixtieth anniversary at a mass meeting of nationalist societies.
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Hohenzollern
Rupprecht
Wittelsbach
Prince August
Wilhelm
Prussia
Ciara
Ava
St Louis Flyers Eye 300 Hour Endurance Record
The St Louis fliers Dale Red Jackson and Forest O Brine push toward a 300 hour endurance mark from Lambert Field, aiming to extend a 12 day nonstop flight. Sponsors Curtis Aircraft note improved motor life but motives hinge on weather and fuel constraints as they approach the historic threshold.
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ST. Louis
Lambert
Angeleng
Jackson
William B. Robertson
Curtis
Robertson, Company
MacDonald outlines disarmament push and London talks
In a House of Commons statement Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald signals a fresh start in naval disarmament efforts. He notes the slowing of some shipbuilding while confirming talks with the United States and possible October Washington visit to discuss peace and disarmament.
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London
Ramsay
MacDonald
House of Commons
Great Britain
United States
Washington
Hoover
General Dawes
England
House of ‘Commons
Ex Quaker Sent To . 1 By Free State Nits Envoy
Ex Quaker dispatched to . 1 by Free State Nits envoy to . 3 ley, KK M known Qual.
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Free State
Nits
Ley
Health costs rise as families face higher medical bills
Miss Susan Wilder, state nutrition specialist, notes average family expenses last year reached $65.57 with major portions for services and dental work. The illustration program aims to help reduce these health and food habit costs through targeted measures.
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South Fan Ma
Susan Wilder
Iss Wilder
Belasco at 75 Plans for Stage and Schedule
A New York feature profiles David Belasco at 75, detailing a life devoted to theater. It notes a planned eight year slate of productions, his daily routines, writing and directing pace, and a disciplined schedule from morning rehearsals to late night manuscript work.
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New York
Belasco
New
York
San Francisco
David
Jamie
Stuido
Mery
Ping
Iiow
Bbaa
Jock
Report on Indians near Wagner called false by officials
The article recounts protests against a Senate sub committee report on conditions at the Wagner area within the Yankton reservation. It quotes Wagner attorney L. Corey criticizing sensational testimony and urging a careful inquiry, while noting officials dispute claims of worse conditions.
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L. 3i
Corey
Wagner
Yankston Reservation
Charles Mix
Senate
Evaline Arconge Schmidt
Daniel
Carey
B. ‘Beck
Composer Sees Value Of Music In Business
A Wichita feature highlights how music adds charm and real value to business pursuits. It notes composers view music as a practical asset improving branding and customer experience in commercial settings.
Mayo Believes Dry Law Doing Nicely In U S
Dr. William Mayo of Rochester Minnesota told the National Temperance League breakfast that the temperance movement is progressing in the United States. He said the great middle class no longer drinks while the saloon is gone and liquor is scarce and not safe.
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Manchester
Iengland
Heat Wave Grips Midwest Cities Amid Record Temperatures
The Midwest faced oppressive heat and high humidity with many towns recording 90 plus degrees. Chicago and Milwaukee saw near or above 90 while Phoenix led daily highs at 106 as forecasters warned of more heat. Casualties reported in Illinois and Wisconsin reflected the danger of heat and humidity.
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Middle West
Mercury
South
Chicago
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Illinois
Phoenix
Ariz
Hyansville
Ind
Bismarck
N. D
Lemmon
Minneapolis
St- Louis
Williston
N. Dak
Havre
Cripple Beaten to Death in Omaha Speakeasy Tragedy
William Mielgen, 30, crippled, was brutally killed after three assailants ambushed him and companion at a downtown Omaha speakeasy. Mielgen died from a fractured skull. companion Weater Evans was beaten but survived. Police arrested ten suspects near the scene.
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Omaha
William Mielgen
Nielson
Weater
Evans
Jabout
Wvana
Hyang-eald
Pledges To Trim Naval Building Mark Progress In Disarmament Talks
Pledges from Great Britain and the United States to curtail naval construction in a bid for disarmament were hailed in Washington. President Hoover and Premier MacDonald signaled cordial cooperation, aiming for parity limits and a pause in building three cruisers to reassess impact on an eventual agreement.
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MacDonald
Hoover
Richard T. Durner
Associated Press
Washington
Great Britain
America
Svon
London
House of Commons
United States
Trouble Looms Over Army Cost Cutting Plans
Washington July 26. President Hoover faces opposition as the army commission seeks to trim military expenditures. Proposals target western garrison posts where former World War era units remain. Senator Bingham urges broader economy and argues for larger training divisions in the east south and far west.
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Washington
Hoover
Army Commission
Congress
Bingham
Republican
Conn
New British Sub Odin Maiden Voyage Planned
The submarine Odin will make her maiden voyage in July ahead of service by end of August. Designed by Sir William Berry the vessel cost over 2 000 900 dollars. Tests in the North Sea include a 30 hour progressive trial and eight hour fully powered machinery and gunnery tests.
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London
Odin
Sir William Berry
Naval Construction
North Sea
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