Justice E T Sanford Dies Sudden Death Shocks Court
Justice Edward Terry Sanford of the Supreme Court dies at his Washington home from a sudden stroke, believed to be a heart attack, at age 64. He collapsed just after ill news arrived from Taft's condition as colleagues gathered to celebrate Holmes's 89th birthday. The death occurred around noon and was confirmed by Mrs. George Sutherland.
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Gang men taken in raid on bomb trust near Melrose Park
Chicago police arrested eleven men at a Melrose Park farm believed to be the bomb trust headquarters. Two bombs four shotguns and several pistols were seized as detectives surrounded the house late at night. Most suspects were former Genna gang members, captured after occupants surrendered under cover of gunfire.
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Senate advances tariff bill and farm relief inquiry
Today in Congress the Senate proceeds with a tariff bill while the Agriculture committee considers Nye resolution to inquire into farm relief. The House in recess as Elections committee takes up Lawson-Owen contest from Florida in executive session. Ways and Means continues hearing on narcotic bureau bill.
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Hoover sees employment rebound as spring prompts activity
Washington reports President Hoover, after a statistical study and consultations, foresees employment stabilizing within 60 days as seasonal construction rises and railroads utilities and private industry expand. He cites lower interest rates and widespread public and private building as key factors bolstering post-crash recovery.
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New Serial Starts in The Sentinel Today
The first instalment of The Luxury Husband by Maysie Greig appears in today’s Grafton Sentinel. A modern life tale with domestic trials and happiness, it weaves a thread of romance to hold readers until the final installment. Start reading today and you’ll want the next chapter.
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Trial Run Of Giant Mallet Engine Looms In Transportation Changes
Railroad executives watched a trial run of a huge mallet engine from Fairmont to Halloway on the Short Line sub-division via Hartzel and New Martinsville. Engine 713 operated without a helper, signaling potential shifts in freight power use on the B. and O. line.
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Grundy Admits Transferring Bureau Files in Lobby Probe
Senator Grundy acknowledges moving records from the American Tariff League News Bureau to his Senate office. The senate lobby committee continues its investigation, with John Lereh of New York to be examined next. Formerly in charge of the league’s news bureau, Warren Y. Doane remains on Grundy’s payroll.
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Kennedy visiting for university sports carnival in Morgantown
William M. Kennedy, superintendent of the Baltimore railroad relief department, traveled from Baltimore to Morgantown to attend the university’s big sports carnival in the field house tonight. He has many friends in the area and plans to leave after noon. Atlanta is noted as Georgia’s seventh capital, with Savannah the first.
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Court Docket Recaps Few Trials In Judge Kittle Term
Court session ended with juries few and far between as Judge Warren B. Kittle adjourned until Tuesday. Fines were rare with only one $5 payment by C. T. Bailey. Notable cases included S. B. Tresler of Browntown and William Phillips of White Day in Marion county facing criminal assault charges. Several defendants received jail terms from six months to two years as part of a broad felony and misdemeanor docket.
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Gandhi Emerges as Central Figure in 1930 India Crisis
London dispatch notes Mohandas K. Gandhi as the pivotal personality in India amid nationalist demands and the 1930 test year ending the dyarchy trial. The piece outlines Gandhi’s rise, mystique, and impact on unity among diverse Indian factions, including his early life and education in England.
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Movement to regain existing levies on window glass
Washington March 8 Republican senators allied with Independents tested allies by seeking to restore the higher levies on window glass as part of tariff action on sugar and cement. Senator Goff argued for restoration noting Belgian glass prices and factory burdens, while the move was deferred until Monday. An earlier vote approved increases on earthenware and cracker ware.
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Naval Parley Urged to Rush Conference Progress
London reports the naval conference pressing ahead amid cabinet crisis, with delegates sacrificing Saturdays and Sundays to shorten the process. Prime Minister MacDonald urged all to forgo weekend time, while Senator Reed, Secretary Stimson, Ambassador Morrow, and Foreign Secretary Henderson confer on strategy.
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Liner changes course on sea Adrift in Atlantic storm forces voyage delay
Cherbourg France March 8 A cyclone in mid Atlantic diverted the liner Aquitania en route from New York to Cherbourg arriving one day late No injuries aboard and no damage reported Passengers include Leon Praser and Gates W Mejat among others The ship’s altered course caused extended travel time with continued coverage on page five
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Holmes Keeps 89th Birthday
Washington marks Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes as he turns 89 today. A stream of telegrams and calls flooded in as colleagues and friends offered congratulations on the Supreme Court veteran’s birthday. He remains active in duties and gathered with the Court in his familiar quarters at 18 Corference room to celebrate the milestone.
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