Houston Set to Name Presidential Ticket in Democratic Rally
Washington dispatch notes Democrats gather in Houston to pick presidential and vice presidential nominees and draft a party platform. The main question is whether Governor Smith of New York will be the presidential nominee, with prohibition enforcement and farm relief as key planks. Republican contenders are firm on their ticket.
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Houstan
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New York
Elephants Escape From Circus Stampede Across Westchester
Two bull elephants that led a stampede from a Canadian circus two years earlier returned to the scene, racing toward Westchester and Baltimore counties. Cowboys and mahouts pursued on horseback, decoys were used, and the leaders were surrounded and shackled within a wooded area. The incident disrupted a show briefly but patrons remained unaware the escape had occurred.
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N. Y
Jane
Canadian Northwest
Westchester
Balimore cotates
Canada
Bid Rejected for Glacier National Park Roadgrading
Portland June 16 AP The low bid by LP Lawler of Butte for grading 2.3 miles of the Two Medicine road in Glacier National Park was rejected by the Bureau of Public Roads. The bids will be readvertised.
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Car Crash Injures Six and a Boy on Main Street
A serious automobile collision at Main Street and Nellie Avenue left six adults and a young boy injured. Buick driven by Mrs. Charles A. Morrison collided with a Ford driven by Frank J. Miller, with Mrs. Miller and three occupants injured. Both cars occupants were taken to Jamestown hospital. Miller and Morrison later left. Morrison, of 4 Thirteenth Avenue, and Miller, formerly with the State Nursery, were among the injured. Eyewitnesses said Morrison may have lost control before the crash.
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Pussyfoot Johnson Marries Mary Tesgio Stanley in Syracuse
United prohibition lecturer William J. Pussyfoot Johnson of Westerville Ohio and Mary Tesgio Stanley of Washington DC obtained a marriage license and were married by Rev Dr Lewis Dr Tucker, superintendent of the Syracuse Anti-Saloon League, at his residence tonight.
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SWilliam J
Pnesyfoot) Johnson
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Ohio
Mary Tesgio Stanley
Washington, D. C
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Syracuse
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Heflin Platform Collapse Leaves Senator Unharmed
In Syracuse on June 16 AP reports Senator J Thomas Heflin escaped injury when a temporary platform gave way during a speech to about 10 000 spectators. He and others fell several feet but no injuries were reported and the meeting continued. Heflin denounced Catholic influence and said Alfred E Smith cannot be nominated amid heated crowd reaction.
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J. Thomas Heflin
Alabama
itty
Alfred FE. Smith
Ropaia
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seseno
United States
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President Coolidge enjoys fishing at Cedar Island Lodge in Wisconsin
President Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge spent a relaxing day at Cedar Island Lodge in Superior Wisconsin resuming a summer custom of taking a day off from official duties. The First Lady accompanied him as they enjoyed the pleasant weather and cool breeze by the trout streams.
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Capron Names Assistant General Agent for Montana
North ern Pacific assigns Lynn R. Challoner as assistant general freight and passenger agent for Montana with Helena as headquarters. The appointment, effective immediately, comes as WH. Merriman retires October 1 at age limit.
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Northern Pacific
Montana
state
Helena
L. R. Capron
Stefan
Lynn R. Challoner
Le Paul
WH. Merriman
Butte
Weather outlook for the week in the northern Rockies
The forecast calls for a mostly cloudy week in the Northern Rocky Mountain region starting Monday with frequent local showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to be nearly normal for the period.
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French aviator plans transatlantic flight to America
Paris June 16 AP Tieudany ne Caste, a French long distance flyer, announced he would attempt a transAtlantic flight to America. He said Joseph Lettrix would accompany him on the return leg across the second Atlantic to the United States. An accompanying airship plan was not released.
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thys
Mexico quake causes panic as residents flee streets
A powerful quake shook parts of Mexico causing widespread panic. Reports describe residents rushing into the streets, kneeling and imploring safety as tremors continued. Authorities monitored aftershocks and assessed damage to infrastructure and buildings.
No States People Are Destituted In Missouri Floods
In Keyett Missouri on June 16 API authorities report the St Francia river flood threatening crops and homes. More than 3000 farmers and townspeople fight to reinforce 25 miles of dykes after a 150 foot break. Crested waters are rising with seepage widening gaps as hundreds evacuate. Continent on Cautn Paury.
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Tere
Tornado Devastates Blair and Headrick Areas
At least seven people die in Blair and more than 100 are injured after a tornado rips through Blair, Headrick, and surrounding farmland, damaging every business and most homes in Blair. The path spans about three miles wide and thirty miles long across three counties.
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Hoover Misses Usual Congrats From Gov Lowder
Associated Press reports President Coolidge sent congratulations to Curtis for the vice presidential nomination, noting telegrams to others from London and various political figures, while Hoover did not receive the typical messages from Gov. Lowder. The dispatch covers reactions and political communications surrounding the Kansas City convention.
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Rear Admiral Rixey Dies at 75 in Washington
Rear Admiral Rixey died at age 75 after an illness. The official notice states he succumbed following an acute illness at his home in Washington. His long service included key posts in the Navy Medical Corps and leadership during several campaigns.
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Black Panther Captures Brooklyn Handicap at Aqueduct
Walter J. Salmon's Black Panther ridden by Johnny Maiden won the Brooklyn Handicap at Aqueduct in a mile and an eighth race. The 4-year-old son of Black Voney and Greenery finished in 1:31 beating a weakened field as Victorian and Diaveda followed in the money.
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Johnny Maiden
Walter J. Salmon
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Greenery
Harry Payne
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Nobile Radio Silent Rescuers Press On
Reports say the stranded Nobile party remains in the same position as pressure grows for a prompt rescue. General Bertie and accompanying officers assess options while radio communication is limited.
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Spitebergen
Sune
Gore Put Up For Presidency At National Democratic Meet
Tulsa Oklahoma June news confirms Gore picturesque blind ex senator from Oklahoma will be presented to the national democratic convention at Trouston as a candidate for president. J Harve Maxey, a delegate from the first Oklahoma district, announced the plan. Gore, then a convention delegate from Oklahoma, said in Tulsa he aimed to take an active role but did not rule out candidacy.
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P—CAPI
Thomas FP. Gore
Oklahoma
Trouston
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Lieutenant Gavin Sets American Altitude Record
Navy flyer Lieutenant Arthur Gavin today established a new American altitude record reaching about 12 200 feet, over 2100 feet above the prior mark, in a test flight. The event occurred amid notes of other aviation activity including reports from Teledelphia and Sotaire.
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Sotaire
Arthur Gavin
Zeus
Union Near In China Rumor Chang Is Dead
Unclear reports from China claim Rumor Chang is dead as political factions clash. The piece notes shifting loyalties among leaders like Feng Yuhosiang and the peasants army amid pressure from northern and nationalist forces, with continued coverage promised on page four.
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China
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Feng Yuhosiang
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