Remus testifies to big booze graft and immunity
Washington. George Remus of Ohio, a former distiller and federal convict, told the Brookhart committee he paid between 250000 and 860000 dollars to Jess Smith to keep out of prison. He described a network of distilleries in Ohio Indiana and Kentucky and a gentleman’s agreement to obtain withdrawal permits. He claimed immunity lasted a year and a half while he shipped Hanoi, under pretense of medicinal sale, and said Smith and the attorney general’s office influenced pardons. He suggested plans for clemency dependent on Supreme Court action, noting Smith’s promised help did not materialize.
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Washington
George Remus
Ohio
Atlanta Federal Penitentiary
Brookhart Committee
Jess W. Smith
Jess Smith
Hanoi
Smith
Daugherty
Remus
Supreme Court
Barry Daugherty
Duesseldorf Gifts Degoutte Sum to City Charities
The city of Duesseldorf presented General Degoutte with one thousand trillion marks for the needy pollus who aided in the German sample fair. Degoutte requested the funds be used for local charities in honor of French soldiers, noting army rules forbid accepting gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Degoutie
Duesseldorf
Gener Degoutte
Stuhr
Iecess
Pollus
Degoutte
Yanks Travel 878 Miles Across Pacific Jump
United States army flyers reached Atta Island in the Aleutians on Saturday morning after a 878 mile jump to Paramashira Island, marking the longest leg of their world flight route via Cape Kamchatka. The mission faced hazardous conditions as they crossed the western Aleutian chain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
Paramashira Island
Kurtles
United States
Atta Island
Aleutians
Atta
Aleutian Chein
Poremashirnivab
Cape Kromatski
Kamchatka Peninsula
Birth and death rates rise in 1923 census data
Census bureau statistics released here show higher birth rates in 1923 compared with 1922, with urban areas recording the highest and rural districts the lowest. Death rates varied, with Mississippi cities at 29.8 per 1,000 and Idaho rural districts at 6.5 per 1,000.
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Washington
Census ‘Bureau
Montana
Mississippi
Idaho
Fragmented Banking Dispute Involves President Kahn
An unclear OCR passage discusses President Hy Kahn of a banking firm. The lines reference American business and terms like immediate delivery, with garbled phrases about accretion and fluctuating conditions. The exact events and entities remain unreadable.
End Dry Law Nation Soaks Up Rum
In Sepiland a crackdown on drinking focuses on Heetig dle and rum prohibition. Officials enforce state alcohol controls amid surveys and arrests as residents navigate new restrictions and enforcement actions.
Church Plans to Disapprove Wars Vote at Conference
Springfield report says the Methodist Church committee voted 76 to 87 to urge the church to refuse participation in any future wars including defensive conflicts. An exemption for defensive wars was proposed but tabled, leaving a stance to disown war and maintain neutrality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Mdss
Church and State Committee
Methodist Hisconal General Conference
Methodist Church
New York
San Francisco
German Trade Slumps Toward Bankruptcies Amid Crisis
Berlin reports twenty-two bankruptcies as a sign of German industry’s critical condition. The Mansfeld Mining Company required government intervention to avert mass layoffs for about 82,000 workers. Numerous firms, especially in shoes and foodstuffs, seek moratoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Business Ten
Mansfield Mining
Moratoria
Senators Exonerate Wheeler in Health Practice Probe
Senator Burton KK Wheeler of Montana was cleared by a Senate committee investigating his conduct in practice before departments. The panel voted four to one in his favor after indictments by a Montana federal grand jury accusing him of violating the law governing practice before federal departments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler
Washington
Burton KK
Montana
Senate
Cmmtttee
Indicted for Threat Letters to President in 1920s Era
A grand jury returned a true bill against Clarence Carlip for writing threatening letters to President Coolidge. The letters claimed the government had failed and called for overthrow. Prank A Vanderlip and Secretary Denby were also named in the threats, illustrated with a submarine drawing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pensacola
Federal Prand Jury
Clarence Carlip
Coolridge
Vanderlip
Denby
One Arm Man Kills Robber During Attempted Theft
An armed man with one leg shot and killed Jamey R. Turner who tried to rob him at a store. The assailant, described as one-armed, defended his home after Turner approached to seize Gay receipts from the store where he worked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Alligon
Min
Jamey R. Turner
Ailann
Vhis
Woldop
British Salvaging Efforts Begin at Scapa Flow
London reports salvage operations under way at Scapa Flow targeting the German fleet. Crews are clearing war materials and preparing shipments while a large docking facility, once German property, is towed to the site to support continued work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Scapa
Germany
Scapa Flow
Forest Fires Rage In Washington Amid Alarm
Reported fires sweep northern Washington state threatening 10 000 acres and prompting emergency warnings. Officials urge protective action as crews battle spreading flames and residents evacuate areas near the affected forests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Monses
Coolidge Vetoes World War Bonus Bill
President Coolidge vetoed the World War bonus measure, arguing moral grounds and fiscal strain. He said gratitude cannot be bought and urged Congress to respect national duty, warning that payments would cheapen patriotism and burden future generations.
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Washington
Coolidge
Congress
Harding
Rail Board Intervenes in Wage Dispute for 90,000 railroad workers
The United States railroad labor board steps in as 90,000 locomotive engineers and firemen seek a 4.6 percent wage increase from 10 western railroads. The railroads requested the rise, but workers prefer pursuing claims with individual carriers. The board states a dispute exists likely to substantially interrupt commerce.
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Rail Board
Chicago
United States
Eaitroad Labor Board
Coolidge Act Rebuked by Chicago Judges
Chicago judges overruled a contempt sentence given to Philip Grossman, a Chicago saloon keeper, by holding the president lacks prison authority in contempt cases. Judge Wickerson noted the executive has no power to convict or sentence in such matters.
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Coolidge
Chicago
Philip Grossman
House of Correction
Tadges Wilkerson
Carpenter
Chicago Federn
Wickerson
Scheme to Nationalize British Mines Defeated
The Labour government push for outright mine nationalization failed in Parliament. A united Liberal and Conservative bloc defeated the bill by 264 to 1, ending the proposal in London.
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London
Three Comets to Pass Near Earth in 1924
Washington announces three comets named Eneke and Temple will approach Earth in late 1924 with observations scheduled in November and December. Astronomers warn that all could be within range during their near passes, with details to follow.
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Washington
Nuival Observatory
Eneke
Temple
Wit
Tts Attic
Enming
Libyan Rebels Die in Battle With Italians
Rome reports successful operations by Italian forces in Libya with tribesmen engaged. Italian casualties are 23 dead and 124 wounded among colonial troops, while Libyan tribesmen suffer around 500 dead and many wounded according to an official communique.
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Rome
Trallan
Uniuty
Libya
Horace Dodge Estate Reported Over 39 Million
Probate filing by Howard B. Bloomer names the executor. The estate of Horace Dodge, who died December 1, 1920, shows assets estimated at more than 39 million dollars as of May 1 according to the probate account filed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Dodge
Detroit
Bileh
Manufcturer
Boe
Howard B. Bloomer
Coolidge Opens Campaign HQ in Cleveland Hotel
The campaign opens its headquarters on the ninth floor of a Cleveland hotel. William Hutter serves as the campaign manager, directing early efforts in Ohio as part of the coating effort and fundraising push.
Seaton Named President of Albion College
Dr. John Ja Benton of New York has accepted the presidency of Albion College in Albion Michigan, stepping into leadership as the new head of the college under the board of education.
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Seaton
College
Albion
John «Ja. Benton
New York
Board of Enucation
Albion College
U S Government Market Quotations May 14 Prices
Market report lists live stock values including hogs, cattle, and lambs with top and median prices. Grain and hay prices across Chicago Minneapolis St Louis Cincinnati and related markets appear, along with dairy product quotes and fruits and vegetables in leading markets.
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Wrehington
Chicago
Minneapolis
St. Lowln
St. Louis
Minnenpatia
Minneapolia
Chiengo
Wisconsin
Aingle Dairies
Rowe Potentics
Texac
Caulhure
Alabama
Northwestern
President says he was misinformed on Grossman case
President Coolidge said he was misinformed about key facts in the Grossman case from Chicago. He noted he cannot grant further executive clemency beyond acts already made, despite federal judges Craypenter and Wilkerson holding no authority to extend it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grossman
Washington
Coolidge
Pilip Grossman
Chievaga
Mormons in Washington to Erect New Church
In Washington a prominent plot on upper Sixteenth Street near the White House is pledged for construction of a Mormon church by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The project signals a new church edifice in the capital.
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Washington
Washtington
Fagtionabts
Upper
Sixteenth Street
White House
Naval Ships Turned Over for Coast Guard Seizures
Secretary Wilbur transferred thirteen reserve destroyers two minesweepers and one seagoing tug to the coast guard to enhance rum running patrols. The ships are to be ferried to Philadelphia navy yard for fitting and deployment as part of the lottery era shunt effort.
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Rum Runnera
Washington
Coast Guard
Wilbur
Nowst Gid
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Vienna death by own action epidemic linked to gambling losses
Vienna faces an epidemic of deaths by own action blamed on heavy losses from speculation in French francs. Noted figure Dr. Kitty von Hoff is among several victims including artists, bookkeepers, housewives, and public officials.
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Vienna
Kty von Hoff
Ann Vaguhaely
Prtiste
Publig Niletala
One Vote Goes For U S Against Pacifists at Northwestern
Students and faculty of Garrett Ribben Tristitute of Northwestern University vote 724 to 9 in favor of a resolution opposing pacifist views tied to Methodists at the General Conference in Springfield Massachusetts. The decisive vote follows a prior largely favorable stance toward antisympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Fynnston
Garrett Ribben Tristitute
Northwestern University
Methodist General Conference
Sprigctond
Masa
Fire rates Jap town Hachinohe razed near Aiori
A Friday morning attack wiped out Hachinohe near Aiori in a Japanese town. About 1,000 houses were razed as U S forces plan to respond to the incident with wind divisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Hachinohe
Aiori
United States
Federal Judge to Face Quiz Willington
A Senate committee after a preliminary inquiry recommended a congressional investigation of charges against Federal Judge Baker of West Virginia. The inquiry follows complaints about the judge’s conduct and seeks formal action and possible removal.
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Quiz Willington
Hees
Congressional
Baker
Woat
Virginia
Iowa State News fragment offers varied rural and civic notes
Readable fragments report on state politics, road funding, and public works. Highlights include primary campaigns, a Polk County road issue, and church debt clearance. Mentions Iowa bankers convention in Mason City, extension summer schools, and census of births and deaths.
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Snce Wrar
Clawr Lake
Hw State
Coolidge
Rosa R. Mawry
United Staten Dietrlet
Ovgeolks
Dangly
Hloomfield
Lig Woonfield
American Legion
Iowa
R. S. Herrick
Iowa State Horticultural Society
Preston City
Bailines
Gathrie Center
Methodist Church
Hardin County
Walter Rule
Mason City
Iowa Bankers
Montona
Aml
Tosa Mclntosh
Inkashora
Trade Park
Is Sheriff's Jury
Hag
District Court
Swamp-Root Drug Ad Courtesy Kilmer’s Remedies
Thyr druggists recommend Swamp-Root for years as a kidney remedy. Dr Kilmer’s Swamp-Root supposedly aids kidney function and strengthens the urinary system. Send ten cents for a sample bottle to Dr Elmer & Co in Binghamton New York and mention this paper advertisement.
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Uch
Kilmer
Iver
Binchler
Dr. Elmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Fragmentary Voice From a Distant Page
A garbled historical dialogue fragment shows disjointed lines about fate, a town, and a mysterious character named Petunia. The text resembles overheard speech with repeated exclamations and nonstandard phrasing, lacking clear events or context.
Women Dye Faded Things New Again
A short note advertises dyeing and tinting services for garments and drapery. It promises to refresh worn or shabby items by restoring color and appearance, inviting customers to bring fabrics for treatment.
Dignend Dyes advertised as simple dye kit for all fabrics
A malformed ad copy claims a new dye kit lets any woman dye or tint old or faded fabrics at home with ease. It mentions no clear brand or proper instructions and reads like a garbled promotional item from a drugstore advert.
Fragmentary Rhyme Obscurity From Peuresi's Wheedily
A garbled quotation appears to mimic an older newspaper voice, naming Peuresi's Wheedily in London. The text reads like misread OCR with distorted vowels and jumbled phrases, offering no clear event, date, or identifiable facts beyond fictional sounding names and an implied conversational fragment.
Cutleura Soap and Ointment Advertised for Baby Rashes
An advertisement touts Cutleura Soap for soothing baby rashes followed by Cutleura Ointment and Cutleura Talcum. It claims burns from hot baths are cured and emphasizes purity and fragrance with a 26 cent price for the talcum.
Reading Fragment Shows Confused Retribution Transcript
Fragmentary text from a transcript hints at incomplete dialogue about a lesson and a confrontation. Names and clearer context are absent, leaving a cryptic exchange with scattered phrases and misordered sentences. The readable portions suggest a confused confrontation or lesson moment without verifiable actors or events.
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Remus Bares
Elsa Brandstrom
Elen Brandstrom
Reil Cross
Angel
Shberly
Russia
University of Koenigsberg
M. E
Wallace H. Gastings
Whitacet. Guatings
California
Bony Ian
Matory Academy
West Port
Iowa State News
State Highway Commission
Iowa League
Towa
Coliseum
Des Moines
Temple Commandery
Knights ‘Templars
Grand Lodge of Mnasona
Consug Bureau
State
Vital Atatistiad Bureau
The
Board of Health
Wilson
Muscatine
Petunia
Kaneam Chy
Peuresi
Toston
Trae
Pure Col Post
C,o
Order Certified Laboratories, Inc
Delmonte Way
St.louis
Bee
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