Four Measures Caught In Jam Of Legislation
Washington July 1 four big appropriation bills were stalled in Congress leaving eight government departments without operating funds as the new fiscal year opened. Conferees failed to agree delaying adjournment and overhead funding for departments including state justice commerce labor war treasury post office and agriculture.
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Democratic platform approved by convention in Chicago
Delegates at the Democratic National Convention completed approval of the 1922 platform after a long debate over prohibition. The platform includes a minority plank that favors full cash payment of the soldier's bonus. The vote on the repeal commitment was overwhelming and followed a lengthy session.
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Two Gunmen Get Reprieve From Sing Sing Executions
New York July 1 Police Commissioner Mulrooney announced Frank Giordano who faced the electric chair at Sing Sing confessed involvement in a Harlem baby killing from a car with Vincent Coll the slain gang leader who allegedly fired the shots Coll was killed earlier this year by gangsters. Giordano said a third man in the car was Pats McCarthy who is being sought in a detective killing. Giordano was to die for Joseph Mullins death last October. Ossining N Y July 1 two condemned prisoners were granted 24 hour reprieves by Warden Lawes twelve minutes after their electrocution time Dominic Orierno 20 and others.
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Women Cheer Leaders Spark Chicago Democratic Convention
At Chicago Stadium on July 1 women cheerleaders energized the Democratic convention as Roosevelt supporters drew lively praise. June Fickel led the flags, Malvina Patterson waved Lone Star banners for Jack Garner, while delegates from many states joined in enthusiastic, musical outbursts amid the Roosevelt push.
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Roosevelt Named as Democratic Pres Nominee Backed by John Mack
Chicago July delegates gave loud acclaim as John Mack extolled Franklin D Roosevelt at the Democratic convention. Mack recalled Roosevelt urged to run over twenty years ago and claimed the New Yorker would unite the nation with practical leadership. He highlighted Roosevelt capturing upstate New York and predicted strong cross-country support.
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West Virginia Joins Roosevelt Parade at Democratic Nominating Session
West Virginia with 16 votes remained loyal to Roosevelt across the first three ballot rounds at the Democratic National Convention. Judge C. W. Ferguson led the banner as Anna M. Stevens carried it beside delegation cheers. A poll showed nine for the McAdoo deposits guarantee and seven against. Debate over a Byrd vice presidential run continued among delegates while John W. Davis, Clarksburg native and 1924 candidate, observed from the floor.
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Supreme Court denies Windsor Hotel receivership petition
Wheeling, July 1. The state supreme court turned down a petition for appointment of a receiver for the Windsor Hotel Corporation Company. Wheeling also reports Carl E B Lang secretary Wheeling Auto Club notes an increase in tourist traffic.
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Lindbergh Kidnapping Trial Node Curtis Reprimanded
In Flemington New Jersey Capt John J Lamb led testimony at the Curtis obstruction trial. Prosecutors argued Curtis lied about negotiations with the Lindbergh kidnapers and insisted he confess fully. Lindbergh was described as reacting in disgust when Curtis failed to tell the truth, then cried after completing a written confession.
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Roosevelt Seen Winning Nomination and Missouri Votes
Senator Hawes of Missouri predicted Franklin D. Roosevelt would secure the Democratic nomination for president and carry Missouri's 36 electoral votes. Albany dispatches report Roosevelt, after slight gains across three ballots, expressing confidence he would win the Democratic nomination as the national convention adjourned all night. He stated, I am confident, and the Chicago delegates are pleased and confident.
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New Trial Ordered In Suit Against Tunney
In New York on July 1 the appellate division reversed a jury verdict that dismissed Timothy Mara's 526812 dollar claim against James Tunney and ordered a new trial. One of five judges agreed Mara was hired to arrange the 1926 Dempsey title bout in Philadelphia and that Tunney owed Mara a share of profits.
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Roosevelt Nomination Fight Hits Third Ballot Standstill
Chicago Stadium July 1 Roosevelt steadies gains on ballots but fails to reach two thirds as three fruitless votes extend deadlock. Missouri shifts to Roosevelt, Texas and California hint at possible breaks if a real shift occurs while Garner and McAdoo loom as potential running mates.
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Grafton Fruit Market July 4th Specials
Grafton Fruit Market lists July 4th specials including Fancy Plums two dozen for 190, California Oranges two dozen for .27, California Lemons per dozen 250, and assorted produce like Grapes per pound 15, green beans three pounds, tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, and more with free delivery offered and phone number 499.
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