Big Drive On Rum Starts September 1
Washington Rev. B. B. Ewing named acting prohibition administrator for the Chicago district as part of a broad reorganization of enforcement districts led by Mr. Andrew. The Sept. 1 start marks a nationwide big drive for enforcement, with acting administrators listed for 24 districts including Boston New York Chicago and San Juan Puerto Rico.
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Washington
B. RB
Ewing
Chicago
Ohio
Withole
Wisconsin
Indiana
Andrewe
R. B. Same
Boston
J. A. Yaster
New York
Ske
Merrick
Buffalo
Frederick Baird
Pittsburgh
William G. Murdock
Philadelphia
Fdui
Budults
Baltimore
R. A. Fulwhler
Roanoke
B. O. Sharpe
Charlotte
Louisville
E. L. Porterfield
Columbus
B.B. Ewing
W. D. Moses
St. Louis
A. O. Townsend
St. Paul
A. W. Campbell
Omaha
Herbert HW
White
Fort Worth
Texas
Johnn. Yiglan
Denver
Colo
Elling Masters
Heleny
Mont
Roy C. Lyle
Seattle
Wash
E. C. Yellowtey
San Wranelgeo
Robert GB. Frith
Los Angeles
E. Qa Fr Crabbe
Acting
Honolulu
A. P. Hanlon
San Juan
Porta Rico
Treasury Rulings Add to Stock Exchange Taxes
Two treasury decisions amend capital stock tax and income tax regulations to state that a stock exchange is not a business league chamber of commerce or board of trade within the meaning of the law and is not exempt from tax. The ruling affects taxability of stock exchanges and wholesale produce exchanges.
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Treasury
Washington
Stock Exchange
Business League
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Trade
Nrgo
Wisconsin University Rejects 600000 Gift
The University of Wisconsin regents voted to refuse funds from endowed corporations, turning down a potential 600000 gift for a medical building. Dean Charley Bardeen confirmed that private endowment groups had shown interest, but the regents resolved to prohibit acceptance of such gifts.
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Madison
Wis
University of Wisconsin
Charley Bardeen
University Medical School
President Coolidge Returns to Summer White House
President Coolidge arrives back at the Summer White House after a week away, completing a 146 mile drive from Northampton without incident. A backlog of duties awaits him as he contemplates return to Washington. Elmira Goodhue, mother of Brigadier Coolidge, greeted him in drizzle at Northampton.
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President Coolidge
Summer White
Brumpscott
Mass
Coolidge
Curomer White House
Northampton
Waa
Washington
White Court
Mra
Elmira Goodhue
Brg
Roosevelt Expedition Reported Forcing Backtrack In Asia
The Roosevelt expedition is described as backtracking through Central Asia. Reported progress includes arrival near Maralpushi and Ala in Chinese Turkestan, with plans to advance toward Aksu then Kashgar, but indications say the path will require retracing steps via Maralbaght before a westward branch to Kashen. The account emphasizes uncertain routes and northeast movement.
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Kashygar
James Slimpgon- Roosevelt-Pield Musgium
Asia
Krahgir
Maralpushi
Ala
Roosevelt
Maral- Veet
Chinese Turkestan
Aksu
Kashgar
Maralbaght
Kashens
Messenger Held Up After Payroll Theft in Amboy
Joseph Qullgher, a Perth Amboy Trust Co messenger, was robbed while transporting a payroll of $14,000. Three assailants attacked him, fired a shot, and stole the money. Police are investigating the armed robbery and seeking suspects.
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KGL
York
Waylord
Joseph Qullgher
Perth Amboy
N. J.) Trust Company
Gallagher
Auaney
Hotel Sweat by Flames Ban Angelo
A hotel blaze causes evacuation as flames sweep through a San Angelo building. Fire crews battle intense heat and smoke with residents sheltering outside while investigators inspect the scene for the cause and any injuries.
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Ban Angelo
Moor Tribe Quits War Against the French in Fez
In Fez the Gulez faction of the Yaou river tribes arrived at a French post after a long journey. They submitted to the French and, in a ritual display, offered to sacrifice five bullocks to prove their vanquished status. The bulls were hamstrung and killed before the French general and their families pledged peace. Each family faced a fine of 100 francs as French forces continued cleanup operations.
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Fez
Shison
Ehldren
Gulez
Burger Yaou Rive
Oued Amelll
Enid
Cald
Oulea
France
Slurn
Allah
Chen
Irance
Victor F. Lawson Dies Chicago Daily News Owner at Home
Victor F. Lawson editor and publisher of the Chicago Daily News died at his residence on Lake Shore Drive from heart disease attributed to overwork. Survived by two Chicago relatives, his wife having died years ago, Lawson was born in Chicago on September 9, 1850 and would have been 75 next month.
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Chicago
Victor F. Lawson
Chicago Daily News
America
Lake Shore Drive
Victor Fremont Jawson
My. Lawson
Editor Kills Bystander in Fight With Ex Judge
East Las Veras New Mexico editor Magee shot and killed a state employee John B Lassatter during a hotel confrontation with former District Judge D J Leahy. Magee drew a revolver after being knocked down, fired twice, wounding Leahy and killing Lassatter. Magee was arrested.
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East Las Veras
No. M
Carl
Magee
Albuquerque
Storm Canter
New Mexico
Slot Aid
John B. Lussatter
D. J. Lewy
Fils
Lassatter
Lustander
Leahy
Mgee
Maegee
Britain Threatens War Over Canton Shipping Rights
Vice Admiral Sinclair of the British Navy has arrived at Canton aboard the flagship Petersfield to enforce the China British shipping treaty. He faces the Canton government which plans to enforce labor picketing of steamers, a stance seen as edging toward open conflict.
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London
Sinclair
Canton
Petersfield
Tut Port
Whigle
Peking
Poisoned Woman in Jail Charged Rich Realty Man
Florida real estate operator K Minmi Pii-Tohn Gobel faces charges of administering poison to Arg. H. Hunt who died here a coroner's jury verdict accuses Gobel after testimony deputy Lutlina said the suspect confessed. Gobel visited Mrs. Hunt in jail where she was detained on theft charges of a $1,600 ring.
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K Minmi
Tohn Gobel
Florida
H. D. Hunt
Gobel
Bherit P. O
Lutlina
Mrs. Hunt
Lita
Wisconsin Senate Special Election Set for September 29
A special election to fill the senate seat left vacant by the death of Robert Ludoliotto will be held September 29 in Madison and Milwaukee. The primary is scheduled for two weeks earlier, with details issued by state election officials.
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Wisconsin
Madison
Senate
Robert Dr. Ludoliotto
Weels Cartier
Nations Asked to Radio Parley Washington
Forty two governments were asked to send representatives to a radio telegraph conference in Washington to discuss the 1886 convention. The appeal emphasized international cooperation in wireless communication and treaty terms for naval and civil use.
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Washington
Xond
Police hunt for elusive Georgy A. Adderwon and Gerald Chapman
Police pursue noted criminals Georgy A. Adderwon and Gerald Chapman amid a wave of robberies and killings. Authorities warn Chapman, a pilot linked to the Muncie, Indiana case, may be responsible for the murder of Ben Manca and another attack, as they tighten the hunt.
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Georgy A
Adderwon
Mall
Gerald Chapman
Ben Manca
Munele
Ind
Chapmuy
Coolidge Approves Debt Settlement Agreement
Nearthampton Massachusetts President Coolidge approves a complex debt settlement involving Belgium and the United States. The agreement sets terms for prewar and postwar debts with principal payments starting immediately and interest rates varying by debt type, awaiting ratification by Congress and the Belgian parliament.
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Nearthampton
Amass
Coolidge
Melzlin
Congress
Ad Settlementy
Washington
United States
Treasury
Cormlsk IK
Belgling
United States Commission
Belgium
Great Britain
Coogrens
Four More Ship Blast Victims Die Toll Is 46
Newport officials report four additional deaths from the Mackinace ship explosion bringing the total to 46. An attorney general’s inquiry states the blaze was caused by a turbine fault, with investigators tracing it to the engine room and calling for accountability.
Wheat Should Yield U S Farmers Highest Prices
An artifact from Chicago reports optimistic claims by Cray Silver about high prices for American wheat. Silver insists farmers will gain due to market conditions and orderly trading, despite unclear wording in the source.
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U. S
Cray Silver
Sliver
Polar exploration program halted by weather
The National Geographical Society announced that this year’s polar expedition has been abandoned due to adverse weather conditions. The team will instead focus on Greenland and Labrador surveying areas near Nunavut and neighboring regions.
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Washington
Na- Uonal
Guogenphe Society
Norgeraing
Greenlyid and Labrador
Buln Istind
Rudolph Valentino and Wife Are Parted Report
New York report states Rudolph Valentino and wife Winifred de Wolfe Valentina have separated. The paper cites manager Stearge Elliman for Mrs Valentina confirming the split amid management changes and public speculation.
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Rudolph Valentino
New York
Mae
Amer
Rereen
Aihla
Winifred de Wolfe
Etudaat
Valentina
Stearge Elliman
Mra
Retail food costs rise 3 percent in July index
Interior department Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show a 3 per cent July rise in retail food costs. For the year ending July 15, food articles overall increased about 11.5 per cent.
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Bureau of Labor
Interior Department
Pershing Intervenes Over Ravi Rights Dispute
In a decisive move, Pershing intervened to safeguard the rights of the Ravi group amid rising tensions with the Chilonis. The action followed threats reported by the Vondora newspaper, underscoring the fragile regional balance and the need for authoritative resolution.
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Pershing
Fight on Oil Station Fraud in Wreshingtan Update
National authorities announced a crackdown on oil station fraud tied to a scheme involving a businessman named Walter Bushiesh. The case centers on inflated grades and forged records used to obtain profits from motor vehicles. The investigation targets sharp-braced brokers and fraudulent practices impacting consumers.
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Walter Bushiesh
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