Former dancer convicted of extortion in Amster case
New York April 17. Ol ga Bide Edwards former dancer was found guilty by a jury of extorting money from Nathan L Amster, a wealthy traction magnate, by threatening to publicize paternity. Edwards denied threats and said Amster willingly provided support during their 12 year acquaintance. Her lawyer claimed the suit aimed to break a prior agreement that set up a $100 000 trust for the boy.
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New York
Olga Bide Edwards
Nathan L. Amster
Lee
Amster
Amster Will Yingly
James D.C. Murray
Amater
Miss Edwards
Spirit of Philanthropy
Action Sought On Parker Nomination For Supreme Court
Washington April 17 A move for action on the nomination of Judge John J Parker as associate justice of the Supreme Court is to be made in the senate judiciary committee next Monday by Overman Democrat North Carolina Overman, supporting the nomination, led a sub committee that heard protests by organized labor and negro organizations against confirmation Parker is a prominent citizen of his state though a Republican. Continued on Page 5.
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Washington
John J. Parker
Supreme Court
Senate Judiciary Committee
Ovemanr
North Carolina
Overman
Organized Labor
Parker
Hoover
Darrow Asked to Fight Case for Cayuga Woman
Buffalo April 17 Clarence Darrow was asked to defend Lila Jimerson Cayuga Indian who recently pleaded guilty to second degree murder in Mrs Henri Marchand death. Indians of Cattaraugus Allegany reservations telegraphed via Raymond Jimerson Seneca nation president seeking Darrow. Nancy Bowen admitted wielding a hammer during trial.
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Buffalo
Clarence
Darrow
Lila Jimerson
Henri Marchand
Cattaraugus
Allegany
Raymond Jimerson
Seneca Nation
Ehile
Ife
Nancy Bowen
Lila
Mr. Marchand
New Jersey Town Has More Officials Than Its Number of Voters
Teterboro New Jersey shows a census count of twelve officials including the mayor magistrate clerk and a council of five while the voting population totals eleven The borough totals reach twenty six residents Clarence Chambertin formerly served as justice of the peace but resigned to fly over the Atlantic.
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New Jersey
Teterboro
N. J
Clarence Chambertin _fomerly
Atlantic
London parley on naval arms may continue
London reports show cautious optimism that the naval conference fire will end at a plenary session Tuesday with a draft treaty ready for signature. If not finished, the American delegation, aside from a few entourage members, cannot depart for Leviathan or New York and may remain in England for about another week. British forecasters grow more pessimistic about Tuesday’s plenary. Ramsay MacDonald, arriving in Scotland for Easter, says he may return to London in a day or two, hoping to stay about ten days.
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London
New York
England
United States
Ramsay MacDonald
Lossiemouth
Scotland
Unemployment Eased by Repair Work and Building Plans
Washington April 17 Julius Barnes chairman of President Hoover s national business survey committee reported that unemployment nationwide has been relieved by repair work additions and alterations to plans and factories since the start of the year He noted a 30 percent rise in daily permits for such work and said this stimulus aided stabilizing business He predicted a resumption of home building and residential demand would bring employment back to normal
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Washington
Julius Barnes
Hoover
National Business Survey Committee
Rev F J Turvander Elected Presbytery Moderator
The Rev F J Turvander of the local Presbyterian church was elected moderator for the coming term by the Grafton Presbytery which began sessions in the Presbyterian church at Weston on Tuesday. J B Vandervort was temporary clerk and Rev P L Bruce was elected as stated clerk. J B Leamon, elder, was chosen to the committee on Bills and Overtures. The next meeting will be in the Presbyterian church of Morkan town in September, date to be decided. Continued on Page 5.
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F. J. Turvander
Presbyterian Church
Grafton
Weston
Vandervort
P. L. Bruce
J.B. Leamon
Wis
Tufvaner
Morkantown
IP. W. Cristie
Fleming Memorial Church
Naval probe fog takestho report soon more lives in crashes
Washington April 17 Fog, foe of aviation, costs two more lives in a plane crash. A.J. Lacey 27 Wichita Kan test pilot and his wife 20 die after crash following 20 minutes in dense fog. Russell Guild 22 Holyoke Colo in critical condition. fourth occupant Hays hospital treated. Pilot lost sense of direction, plane plunged 2200 feet into pasture.
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S. Kas
A.J
Steve) Lacey
Wichita
Kan
Russell Guild
Holyoke
Col
Hays
H. C. Hil
Hill
Million Dollar Ohio Newspaper Chain Formed Around 32 Papers
The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Ohio News Inc a four million dollar chain of weekly bi weekly and small daily papers formed in Ohio with 32 publications under option chartered at Columbus by Cincinnati attorneys Charles Sawyer F W Smith and R W Todd. The plan aims to cut operating costs through centralized purchasing and printing while preserving current policies and staff though some weekly magazines may be added. Projections include management by Ohio News Inc with general oversight and continuance of existing leadership. Continued on page eight.
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Cincinnati
Cincinnati Enquirer Today
Nuclus of Ol
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Enquirer
Ohio News Inc
Columbus
Charles Sawyer
F. W. Smith
R. W. Todd
William Cooper Proctor
Bake Sale by Sunshine Band at Empire Market
The Sunshine Band of the U S Church will hold a bake sale at Empire Meat Market on Saturday April 19 starting at 4 PM. Pies cakes rolls candy and colored eggs will be offered in a community fundraiser.
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Sunshine Band
U. S
Empire Meat Market
Identity Road to Stay Through West Virginia
Clarksburg April 17 Northwest ern Turnpike Inc. plans to affiliate with No. 50 Highway Association but intends to preserve the route’s identity in West Virginia. William T. Calerdine of Cincinnati explained the new body’s purpose and its aim to make No. 50 a transcontinental highway with the George Washington name.
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Clarksburg
Northwestern Turnpike, Inc
National
United States
No.50 Highway Association
West Virginia
Waldo Hotel
William T. Calerdine
Cincinnati
Highway Association
Calerdine
Route 50
Midwest
No. 50
Yan Na
Auto crash kills Pennsboro merchant Paul Wells
Paul Wells a 42 year old hardware merchant of Pennsboro was killed yesterday when his car collided head on with another near Meadowbrook on the Northwestern Turnpike. Wells wife suffered a scalp wound but is not seriously injured. John Doyle and Bert Tradford escaped unharmed. Wells was reportedly driving at high speed on the wrong side of the road.
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Caler
Paul Wells
Fordine
Penns
Pickeringboro
Rowlesburg
Northwestern Turnpike
Percy H. White
Clarksburg
Meadowbrook
Fairmont
Wells
White
John Doyle
Bert Tradford
Pennsboro
Capone Leads Unified Chicago Gang Pact to End Gunning
A Chicago union of warring gangs reportedly consolidates under Al Capone with George Moran, aiming to end gang gun violence and coordinate major enterprises for power and profit. Not all leaders join, including William O'Donnel and Ralph Cheldon. The agreement, said to ensure income from gambling and liquor, was signed after meetings at Capone headquarters.
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Chicago
al (Scarface) Cappone
Capone
George (Bags) Moran
Herald and
Examner
Gapone
William
Klondike) O'Donnel
Ralph Cheldon
West Side
Moran
India Grows Quiet After Civil Disobedience Clash
Karachi reports quiet after clashes when British troops fired on a mob outside the courthouse protesting arrests of civil disobedience leaders. One person killed, 11 seriously injured, 46 injured overall, with victims seeking treatment. Simultaneously in New York a clearing house statement notes exchanges totaling 1.274 billion dollars and balances at 162 million.
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Karachi
India
Hitlef
Court House
New York
Radio Merger Plan Under DOJ Investigation
The U S Department of Justice reviews the proposed Radio Corporation of America merger with General Electric and Westinghouse to acquire their radio manufacturing activities. Senator Dill notes the move as a potential monopoly while David Sarnoff outlines stock changes and asset transfers. Hoover discussed the matter with Sarnoff in New York.
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Department of Justice
General Aid Westinghouse Electric Companies
Radio Corporation of America
Dill
Senate
Department
David’ Sarnoff
The
Radio Corporation
New York
General Electric
Westinghouse
Sarnoff
Hoover
Hoover Moves for Approval of Navy Pact
President Hoover moves to secure Senate ratification of the London naval agreement with leaders consulted at the White House. Senator Borah and Joseph Cotton discuss details, aiming for early action after the London conference delegation returns aboard the Leviathan around April 30. Senator Watson of Indiana already consulted, Swanson and Hale also engaged in talks.
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Hoover
Senate
White House
Borah
Idaho
Relations Committee
London
Joseph P. Cotton
Hale
Seaparol Affairs Committee
White ‘House
Cotton
Navalj
Watson
Indiana
Vublican
Hi Borah
Iid
Swanson
Virginia
Foreign Relations and Naval Affairs Committee
Good Friday Service Planned by St Matthias Episcopal
St Matthias Episcopal Church near the post office will hold a three hour Good Friday service commemorating the death of Christ. The Seven Last Words will be rendered by Rev. A J Torrey from noon to three o clock, a traditional observance followed by Christians worldwide. Continued on Page Five.
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