Hoover signs census and reapportionment bill
President Hoover signed a census and reapportionment act to count the population for 1920 and redraw House seats. The measure alters representation among states, keeping the House at 438 while several states gain or lose seats. It also advances the census process and relates to agricultural and irrigation pacts noted in the session.
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Aged Volcano Burns Towns as Refugees Flee
Tokyo reports Komagatake volcano north of Hakodate subsided somewhat and refugees return home. Lava flow nears Mori railway station, while Nanae residents evacuate. Ash falls blanket miles around as earth tremors and eruptions continue. one foreign witness, Lloyd Lehbras, reports seeing smoke and flame.
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Movietone
Ramsay MacDonald Plans Visit to United States
Premier Ramsay MacDonald denied reports he abandoned plans to visit America and said he would make the trip. He emphasized the timing was yet to be set and asserted the journey could do a tremendous amount of good.
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Scotland
Ramsay MacDonald
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Sensation Expected In Co ed Death Inquiry
Federal and state investigators sharpen focus on Theora Hix slaying at Ohio State. Dr James H Snook's wife questioned while Marion Meyers and Meyers ties to narcotics probe. US narcotics agent joins probe as officials seek if drug traffic sparked the murder. Col umbus reports indicate possible sensational developments as authorities pursue third man.
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Snook
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Selder
Marlon T. Meyers
Ohio
William J. Ford
United States
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Chester
Melvin Hix
Binghampton
N. Y
Columbus
Theora Hix
Marion T. Meyers
Meyers
James H. Snook
Fight on tariff measure revives debentures bill
Washington notes a second showdown over the export debenture plan for farm relief. Senator Norris proposes placing the debenture idea in the tariff bill, signaling a lively battle likely to shape the bill’s overall makeup. The measure mirrors the version excised earlier amid Hoover administration pressure. Continued on Page Two.
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French minister to honor Yellow Bird crew today
Paris June 18 The crew of the trans Atlantic Yellow Bird will be received at the chamber of deputies and the senate at Hotel De Ville for France's highest honor. Minister Laurentegnac will recommend Jean Assolant and Rene Le Fevre be made Chevalier of the Legion of Honor. Stowaway Arthur Schreiber travels for full dress suit while mixed opinion greets his inclusion in honors.
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Rene le Fevre
Arthur Schreiber
Portland
Harding Armeno Lotti, Jr
B. & O. Revenue Gains, Daniel Willard Says
Baltimore and Ohio president Daniel Willard reports first half gross revenues about 7 million dollars ahead of last year with dividends rising. Coal traffic remains weak while steel tonnage is strong and general merchandise movement is healthy.
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Daniel Willard
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House approves Senate recess and adjournment plan
Washington reports the House approved a resolution for a Senate recess from tomorrow until August 19 and voted to take a recess itself until September 23. The Senate must approve the House’s recess length under the Constitution’s rule requiring both chambers’ consent for adjournment beyond three days.
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Grafton H. S. Band Prepares Wednesday Broadcast
The Grafton high school band will broadcast from station WMMN Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. R. Edward Hayes will direct the program featuring a mix of classical and popular numbers.
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Mayor Blasts Speeding Drivers on Main Street
Mayor Chas O King criticizes fast driving and fines Robert Bennett ten dollars plus costs for speeding on Main Street. He warns drivers to slow down and reminds them of state speed laws, saying recent reports show unsafe driving and a need to protect lives.
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Robert Bennett
King
Dawes to outline naval cuts plan in London speech
America's ambassador Charles G. Dawes and British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald prepare speeches in London and Lossiemouth that are expected to shape the disarmament talks. Dawes will address the Pilgrim's Club in London, while MacDonald speaks before the Lossiemouth town council, with both avoiding precise content ahead of the negotiations. The talks are seen as a potential start toward a multilateral disarmament conference, with naval reductions a possible focal point.
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Seek Heroism Medal For Junior Drainer
An effort began to win the Carnegie Foundation a heroism medal for Junior Drainer a 12 year old who saved a companion Stolzenfels aged nine from Three Fork Creek by pulling him out and reviving him with artificial respiration. The boys were swimming near Curve Bridge two miles above Grafton when Stolzenfels sank a second time and Junior leapt after him grabbing his foot to tow him ashore and revive him. Miss Cleo Mayer of St Louis will visit the Tharps.
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Grafton shop sets record for safe work nine months
The Monongah division locomotive shops at Grafton of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad reported nine consecutive months with no lost time accidents ending May 31 1929. Secretary W E Clayton credited foremen safety committees and all employees for the achievement and noted ongoing efforts toward a perfect 1929. Federal inspectors are also finding new records in the Grafton terminal shops.
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Unanimously Pass Reparations Plan in Paris Meeting
Paris cabi net unanimously approved the Young reparations plan at a meeting. It was decided to take steps for ratification in conjunction with other interested governments following a recent conference of experts.
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Paris
B and C Launch Campaign To Check Crossing Deaths
A campaign by B and C to reduce crossings deaths and auto accidents on the Monongahela division of the Baltimore and Ohio was announced after new observation bureau data. The report shows 145 autos passed after signals indicating a train in the block. Observation began May 19 with O Luther Fora aiding Superintendent Faherty.
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Faber
Many killings forcing issue in dry law era
Washington reports show rising gun violence linked to liquor raids and the dry law. President Hoover may direct prohibition enforcement from the White House as Treasury and Justice officials discuss new orders. Lowman cites Detroit border anti-rum running and increased enforcement. Go’s death described as an accident. Breweries in northern New York face probe. Coast Guard shooting near Detroit prompts Ottawa protest. Special agents to investigate illegal beer in Troy and Albany. parade of enforcement moves accompanies a broader crackdown as tensions rise.
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