Senators Who Spend Wildly Face Expulsion Risks
Washington June 12 reports that several U.S. senators are in jeopardy of expulsion for excessive campaign spending. The Senate can eject a member whose campaign expenditures are deemed excessive, under a corrupt practices act provision restricting spending and requiring filings. The article notes the limitations of federal control over primaries and the power of the Senate to judge its own members.
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Washington
United States
Jearney
Supreme Court
Senate
Mellon installed as Pennsylvania Republican leader after party unity
Philadelphia June 12 William L Melton of Pittsburgh nephew of the secretary of the treasury was elected chairman of the state committee succeeding Harry Baker. Baker was named secretary, a post he held for years before becoming chairman four years ago. A late agreement to unite for the fall campaign secured Meltons selection. Pittsburgh June 12 Mex Laughlin Jr estate heir of W L Mellon died after tooth extraction under anesthesia. Laughlin was president of Central Tube Co and a Yale alumnus and World War I veteran.
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William L. Melton
Pittsburgh
Secretary of the Treasury
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Harry Baker
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Baker
Mellon
Mex Laughlin, Jr
W. L. Mellon
New Republican
Laughlin
Central Tube Company
Beaver
Yale
Victory Girls Gather For Thursday Night Picnic
About fifty Victory Girls and their friends met on Thursday night with the group spread on the ground in a casual picnic fashion.
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Victory
Ex Governor and Daughter Hurt in WV Crash
Former Governor William A. MacCorkle and his daughter Miss Isabelle MacCorkle were seriously injured in a car accident on Sey All mountain in Wayne County. The chauffeur drove to Coal Valley Hospital in Montgomery where the condition of the former governor was serious but believed not to be life threatening.
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All Mountain
Wayette County
Coal Valley Hospital
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Muss MacCorkle
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Montgomery
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Ten Moose Members to Attend Loyal Girders Convention
At least ten members of the Moose lode and three from Mooseheart in Grafton will attend the 88th annual Loyal Order of Moose convention commencing July 7 in Chicago and running to July 12. The local lodge will send one delegate, 8 M Dixhan, with companions Do A Bluinger and others.
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Grafton Nota
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Mooseheart Legion
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R. B. Craig
Joe Jaco
Albert Hannon
Robert Shaw
Fred H. Patton
Vaughn F. Kerr
Mor Kerr
Edward H White
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US Marine Corps
Crown Prince of Sweden Visits Jamaica Long Island
Crown Prince Gustavus Adolphus paid a 15 minute call at the Jamaica Long Island home of policeman George He Plate who was injured escorting Crown Princess Louise. Plate introduced his wife Madeline and their seven month old daughter Jean Morence Plate as the prince praised the baby as remarkable.
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Jamaica
Long Island
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Theman
Madeline Crown Prince of
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Oll Jean Morence Plate
Amundsen Weighs Planned Tour of America
Nome Alaska is cited as base for Captain Amundsen and his party while the Norge awaits shipment at Teller Alaska. The explorer has previously refused visits to U S cities, saying he would travel from Seattle to New York en route to Norway. Several coastal cities have urged a Norge display and cross country flight.
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New York
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Bank teller dies by suicide over small salary
Gelenwood G. Hines, a 21 year old bank teller in Leavenworth Kansas, shot himself after seeking to marry Loni Vandersehmidt, daughter of a wealthy merchant. Police and telegrams followed the incident as efforts continue to locate Miss Vandersehmidt.
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Loni Vandersehmidt
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Mass
Hines
Pre-Primary Convention Names Grafton Tay lor County Dems Candidates
About 150 Democrats gathered at the county courthouse under J H S Barlow to name a full slate for August primaries. Wallace Tenderson N F Kendall Lloyd Shriver Herbert Evans Frank Hollis Harry Friedman Charles Warner Lafe Wolfe were nominated for various county offices with unanimous votes. Several more candidates were expected to file for the Democratic ticket.
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Taylor County
J. H. S.barlow
Viva
Hon. J. HS. Barlow
Frank Hollis
Harry Friedman F
Charles W. Warner
Fetterman
George Luzadder
Lafe Wolfe
Liquor prices rise after McPherson disappearance
Prohibition official says prices climbed due to the search for Aimee Semple McPherson. Prices increased as her followers gathered along the Ocean Beach area near Los Angeles, prompting vendors to raise liquor costs.
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Teas Angeles Yangelist
Hqnor
Green
Mrs. McPherson
Ocean Beach
Los Angeles
Keyser Lady Mrs Vina Wagoner Dies at Home
Mrs Vina Wagoner of Keyser died at her home last night from paralysis. She was aunt to John and James Moore of Crafton and sister of the late Mrs Lica Poster and Mrs Senbelle Moore of Grafton. Funeral services will be held in Keyser Sunday afternoon. many relatives expected to attend from Kugger. Mrs Harry Flanagan and her daughter Helen are recovering.
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Barracksville
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Fairmont
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Belin
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Wheeling High School
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Clarlburg
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Clarksburg
Delbert Lowel
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Craigsville
Coolidge's Church To Be Moved to Theatre
The First Congregational Church of President Coolidge member will move services to Palace Theatre tomorrow. The historic church at Tenth and Galreets will cease uses due to structural weakness endangering congregants. afternoon and evening programs will feature the usual movie showing.
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First Congregational Church
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Palace Theatre
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Pheasants on Display At West Main Window
A lively brood of ring neck pheasant chicks thrives in the window of Smokes Schwer's Exite Battery shop on West Main street. Local Wild Life League members hatched them under domestic hens. Spectators admire their plumage and health as volunteers plan distribution of young birds across the county.
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DuPage Jail Opens With Ex Sheriff Among Prisoners
The red brick DuPage County Jail in Wheaton Illinois opened its doors to a notable prisoner Cook Chicago sheriff Peter Hoffman who telephoned to surrender and may go to jail unaccompanied. Westey Westcrook received thirty days in jail and a $200 fine for liberties taken with two forrunners. Westbrook was sentenced to four months in jail. Spanish American War veterans seek clemency for Westbrook from President Coolidge.
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Cook County
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Gook County
Westbrook
Sycamore County
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German industrialists protest American customs attaches
The League of German Industrialists condemns American customs attaches in Germany for demanding access to books, correspondence, and production costs, arguing it violates sovereignty and risks blocking exports to the United States. Berlin notes say the attaches protect revenue, a system also used by Canadian and Australian agents in the U S. Mary Moran and daughters move to Grafton Park.
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Local hunters push to improve game influx in county
Community sportsmen strive to boost pheasant numbers and growth. They credit county cooperation and support from hunters, aiming to mature birds over several seasons before marketing. The effort seeks broader approval and continued public backing for sustainable harvest.
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Fifty-Fifth class graduates at Fairmont Normal School
Fairmont Normal School held commencement exercises for the Fifty-Fifth class with 167 graduates. Two students earned college degrees, around 150 standard normal certificates were awarded, and Cephas Rodgers and Glenn Calaghan of Grafton were noted among the well known graduates. Dr William Davidson addressed the audience on education and life abundance. Joseph Rosier, president of the college, presented diplomas. Kenneth Chenoweth and Marion Chenoweth received A B degrees.
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Grafton
Richard Shaw
William Samples
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Irene Kunst
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Weston
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