Grand jury returns eight indictments against Governor McCray era
The grand jury handed down eight indictments involving Governor McCray and others over alleged financial misconduct. Charges include embezzlement fraud and larceny with a total amount cited near 225 thousand dollars. Bond for Vernor was set at 25 thousand dollars on a forgery charge.
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McCray
McRal
Vernor
National
Banko
Marton Ugh Ste
Gus
Condo
Goodrich
Deit' Ot
National City “Bank
Diana
Jeter
Chief Discusses Bonus With Coolidge
A partial obituary style note mentions John di Quinn, a commander, discussing a bonus with President Coolidge at the White House on a Friday. The fragment hints at a transfer or sequence involving Chicago and Herald, with a chain or link referenced.
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Coolidge
John di Quinn
White House
Chicago
Secretary Hughes Clears Up Foreign Policy
Fragmentary text notes Secretary Hughes clarifying U S foreign policy stance. Lacks full context but suggests emphasis on clarity from the administration and press outreach. The passage hints at positions relating to America’s role abroad and potential policy directions.
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Iphia
Hughes de America
Inter
Veteran Bureau official declines payment claim
A veteran bureau officer refused to accept a disputed claim stating the only time served and not 8 768 entitled to it. He added that the individual had good service but did not qualify for the payment.
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Chetk
Veterann Bureau
Henying
Senator Cov resigns bank post amid health claims
A fragmentary report notes Senator James Covresigned as president of a Michigan bank, with letters suggesting health or work restrictions. The text mentions successors George B Judson and Tony Bald, and hints at continued involvement in financial affairs despite the resignation.
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Couzens
Froit
Mich
James Cov
Bank
Froft
George B.” Judzon
Tony Bald
Berin Meton
Hiram Johnson Demands Clear Tax Cut Stand in Chicago
Senator Johnson urged the Harding Coolidge administration to take a definite position on economic policy at a Cook County real estate board gathering. He linked tax cuts to bonus legislation, argued excess revenue supports relief, and called for reducing burdens on 18.6 million taxpayers with income under 10 000. He also urged farm relief via lower weight rates and pledged not to break the bonus commitment.
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Chicago
Hiram Johnson
Europe
Cook County Real Estate Board
Mr. Johnson
Johnson
Divorce Granted to Young Memphis Mother of Thirteen
Mrs Romi Walden, 27, who married at 13 in Decatur Alabama, was granted a divorce in circuit court from John Walden after fourteen years of marriage. The proceedings note abandonment with support for their thirteen children, including a set of triplets and a pair of twins. Five children survive. at marriage she was 13.
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Memphis
Tezin
Romi Walden
Chile
Dre
Wea
John Walden
Decatur
Ala
Mra
Waideo
Senator Ferris Inheritance Controversy Sparks Debate
In Raptus Michigan Senator Ferris opposes proposed inheritance legislation. He argues the measure could absorb inheritances and limit freedoms, urging a Washington push to shape safety and policy. The remarks touch on gender, work, and community values amid political tension.
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Ferris
Mich
Woodbridge
N. Ferris
Helra
Washington
Train Kills Three In Stalled Auto In Michigan City
A stalled automobile carrying three Chicago residents and a Michigan family passenger was struck by a Michigan Central Express train near Dearborn. Victims include Mrs Ida Kurent, Mrs Barbara Ginter, and the car’s owner Mrs Robinson.
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Michigan
Jackson
Miloh
Chicdga Womap
Chicago
Dearborn
Alen
Michigan Central
Hosine Robinson
Ida Kurent
Fier-‘Atater
Barbara Ginter
Germany Armament Fears Rise in Europe War Preparations
Paris and London reports cite unrest over Germany’s Versailles treaty violations and military rebuilding. Dispatches say 200,000 trained troops exist alongside factories expanding production, while observers note growing police, regimental, and student organizations signaling heightened readiness ahead of any potential conflict.
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Germany
Cologne
Paris
Ger Meany
Ruhr
Relchawelir
Shipos
Te Ren
Tournal
London
Devotion
Reutara
Bays
Europe
Uie
Snuffing Out Red Rule in Berlin
Berlin becomes an armed camp as police crush an alleged Moscow ordered hunger demonstration by the Communists. Tanks and riot gear appear. casualties reported as small. Elsewhere President Ebert hands authority to nationalist parties expected to gain a Reichstag majority.
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Red
Germany
Berlin
Moscow
al- Taorad
Reda
Ebert
Thousands Flee From Blast in Mine Killing Two
More than 1,000 miners were working at Chicago Wilmington and Franklin Coal No 1 mine when a gas explosion trapped them in the starlings area. Two men died and thirteen were injured, six of whom may die. Rescue efforts freed the trapped workers on the 1,000-foot level after the blast and subsequent fire.
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Benton, l
No. 1
Chicago, Wilmington & Franklin Coal Company
Bank Robbery and Kidnapping Spree Near Asbury Missouri
A five bandita gang robbed the Bank of Asbury Missouri about 15 miles northwest of town. In a gun battle with civilians they escaped into Kansas after kidnapping a Joplin motorcycle officer. About 1400 dollars was taken. The pursuit continued with three pursuers in pursuit and one officer injured.
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Joplin
Bank of Asbury
Asbury
Here
Kanras
Thousands of dogs and horses killed for food in Germany
Official statistics disclose that in the first half of the year Germany slaughtered 10,892 dogs and 100,180 horses for food. For the full prior year the totals were 18,006 dogs and 240,014 horses. Figures exclude animals killed by farmers for food.
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Germany
Berlin
Two Die In California Coast Speedway Race
At Beverly Hills Speedway in California two lives were lost during the 1923 Thankegly din day automobile race won by Rannett Will. Dusen berg aoodlel and Jhoumy Murphy second followed Edldie Renn third. Between 80 000 and 100 000 spectators witnessed the double fatality.
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Beverly Hilla Speedway
Cal
Rannett Will
Dusenberg
Jhoumy Murphy
Edldie Renn
Boat Tips and Duck Hunters Drown in Illinois River
Three duck hunters drowned in the Illinois River while duck hunting. Names include Bart Howes and John AL Butler of Bath, Crouk of Hammond, and Totr Jaynelt. Leo Knoezer of Hammond swam to shore and survived.
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Illinois River
Boring Nyld
Utd
Crouk
Hammond
Untitled fragment on troops urged by hero figure
Fragmentary OCR text mentions soldiers, a hero, and urging action. Unclear specifics remain about names or places.
Lucky Find Reveals Mystery in a Strange Tale
A fragmented note describes a curious discovery linked to a dog and an unclear incident. The text hints at a past event and a retreat or arrival, with little concrete context or named entities to anchor the story. Further readable phrases suggest surprise and a possible enclosure or setting.
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Hughes
Foreion
U.S
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Niles
James
Watson
James G. Watson
Indiana
Tis
Hiram
Sing Sing
Bidg-Sing
England
France
Gary
Forlyr-Maduyction
Tages
Ind
M. Abiginat
Hagyard
Sokiler
Yokohama
Mr. Woods
Tokyo
Dupun Waa
Cyrus E. Woods
United States
Woods
Imperial Hotel
George Enly Yea
Alle Sa
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