Andrews defends prohibition enforcement costs and beer loopholes
A June 24 report to the appropriations committee quotes Acting Secretary Andrews detailing enforcement costs and alleged corruption among agents. He cites a 28 million dollar cost and describes attempts to curb bootleggers, warning of beer markets east of the Mississippi as he predicts the crackdown could end by Christmas. He notes collusion and dismissals among agents, and outlines a plan to raise enforcement pressure while observing pockets where real beer still circulates.
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Yorks Byrd Family and Local Celebrations Feature
The article recounts social scenes around Mrs. Byrd, mother of Tom Dick and Far, with notes on a city hero Dick and local tributes. It mentions Clifford Wood and district events, a German-named tribute, and gifts including a peach tree cake topper, a sixteenth birthday, and a gold medal from Beth Steel for manual loading in twelve days at a Long Island estate.
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TB. E. Byrd
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Long Island estate
Europe rejects Washington naval pact principle
Geneva June 24 The underlying principle of the Washington naval agreement was knocked overboard at the naval experts on disarmament conference as European nations led by France and Italy acted as a bloc. They opposed basing comparisons of naval strength on total tonnage across ship types and forced a quick retreat in the forenoon session.
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Weyler at head of conspirators
Madrid dispatch reports a gnat political plot in Spain with General Weyler, Cuban veteran, signer of a manifesto. Police have arrested many, Weyler watched from Palma Island, and ex-minister Aguilera is tied to the conspiracy backing Primo de Rivera’s premiership.
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Majorca
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General Godfrey Views Site of Custer's Lost Stand
General E. F. Godfrey toured the Little Big Horn valley with Colonel Fitzhugh Lee and Crow guide White Bear to inspect the Custer battlefield site. The group located the knoll midway between Reno and Benteen positions and noted cartridge finds as memorial organizers plan a marker. Indian veterans gathered at night around campfires near the agency grounds as the Red men discussed the historic site.
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Americans May Quit Pole Deal
Warsaw reports the Warkman Anaconda group may withdraw their offer for the Von Giesche properties in eastern Silesia if the Polish government does not approve the interim cabinet agreement without reservation. American officials warn that a definite decision by tomorrow is needed or negotiations may fail, amid dissatisfaction over possible capital levies and uncertain terms.
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Body of Rich Man Found in Movie Row
Hollywood, June 24 AP The body of Miron Rikes 74 wealthy former New York board of trade member was found on Laure Lane Avenue known as Mole Row with a bullet hole in the head a pistol found near his side. Neighbors say he left home minutes earlier saying he was going to a bank.
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Gertrude Bittes
Five Day Eucharist Festival Ends in Mundelein
Mundelein, Ill. June 24. Despite heavy rain and wartime strain, the 28th International Eucharistic Congress concluded under radiant sunshine. Hundreds of Catholic clergy remained in procession with thousands of priests and 12 cardinals as the sacred rite ended. Pilgrims from around the world, totaling more than 700,000, prepared to recess to Chicago after days of devotion and apostolic blessing by Pope Pius XI’s envoy.
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Montana Cadet Wishes to Leave West Point
Washington June 24. Secretary of War Davis told Senator Walsh that resignations by West Point cadets will be approved only under exceptional circumstances. A Montana cadet seeking private business with his father was refused permission to resign, with the War Department defending the contract and cost of education as to why exits are rare.
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Cardinal Benanzo to Broadcast Sunday Radio Message
Chicago reports Papal legate Cardinal Benanzo will deliver a world radio message Sunday afternoon. ACTS at nonnerd will carry, with WEHB WON KYW WLS and likely other stations in and beyond Chicago joining in.
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Young Mother Sentenced for Involuntary Manslaughter
Lewistown reports Elise Stewart found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of her four and a half year old stepdaughter Dorothy Stewart. Judge FE J Baker imposes a sentence of five to ten years in the penitentiary.
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Elise Stewart
Dorothy Stewart
FE. J. Baker
Floods in Mexico and Germany Cause Heavy Losses
Meagre dispatches from Leon, Guanajuato report many deaths with no estimates as the Gomez River floodwashed towns, leaving inhabitants in hunger as relief trains head in. In Germany floods after rains kill two, damage about 10 million dollars, with seven soldiers and three others slain by lightning and many fields inundated.
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Guanajuato
Gomez
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Berlin
Beuthen
Wittenberg
Stalle
Stuttgart
Labor Federation Concludes 29th Convention Session
The 29th annual convention of the Montana Federation of Labor adjourned after a day of heated discussion. Debates covered the Bozeman Canning Company child labor case with the governor’s investigation, and a pledge to enforce child labor laws strictly. A protest resolution targeted Helena laundry competition with state scrutiny, while the child labor amendment faced legislative action plans.
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Helena
Bozeman Canning company
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Barcie Craghead
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Slayer of HS Wife Goes to Ohio Chair
Columbus Ohio reports the execution of Lista for the 1928 murder by fire of his wife in a home where he claimed she had asked him to kill her. He was electrocuted in the state penitentiary minutes after the sentence.
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Airman Killed in New York Crash Recorded
AP report details a Mitchell Field New York crash near Curtis Field. Frank Palmer of New York died in the incident while Ralph Pahen was seriously injured when the commercial plane failed to reach air. The crash occurred just south of Curtis Field, June 24.
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Mitchell Field
Frank Palmer
Ralph Pahen
ICurtis Field
Check Up Yarn Told by Evangelist She Plans to Hurry Home
A Los Angeles evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson reappears in Agua Prieta Sonora Mexico prompting a federal style investigation into her disappearance. Detectives from Los Angeles and Deputy DA Joe Ryan travel with Mrs Kennedy and McPherson's children Rolf and Roberta as authorities plan to depart for Los Angeles later tonight. A border search by Sheriff McDonald and a border posse continues for clues as U S officials coordinate the probe.
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Cleveland Dodge Dies in New York at 84
Riverside New York June 24 Cleveland H Dodge philanthropist died tonight of pneumonia at 84 He was vice president of Phelps Dodge and the American Museum of Natural History and served on Robert College trustees He funded Near East relief Red Cross and YMCA campaigns and led the 1917 Red Cross drive and later war relief appeals He was born in New York and a Princeton alumnus and longtime friend of Woodrow Wilson He was a major donor to Wilson campaign funds in 1912 and 1916
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Cleveland H. Dodge
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Phelps Dodge Corporation
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Robert college
Constantinople
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Red Cross
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Briand to Back Caillaux Financial Program
Paris reports Premier Briand will energetically support Joseph Caillaux minister of finance to pursue an economy and compression policy. Caillaux said the plan will be shaped to restore financial order in France.
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Briand
Joseph Caillaux
France
Mo Caillaux
Return of McPherson Triggers Massive Los Angeles Rally
Followers of Aimee Semple McPherson massed at Angelus Temple in Los Angeles on June 24 to celebrate her reported return. Congregants planned a citywide demonstration as services continued all day with praise music from Mrs Phelan’s silver band.
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Aimee Semple McPherson
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Copper industry to be studied by special Senate committee
Washington June 24 The copper industry in all its aspects would be investigated by a special Senate committee this summer under a resolution introduced by Senator Cameron Republican Arizona. The committee would report recommendations for such legislation as deemed necessary.
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McNary farm bill defeated in Senate by 45 to 39 vote
Senator fight over farm relief continues as the McNary bill falls short 45 to 39 in a dramatic Senate vote. Western and southern members join eastern allies against the measure, while supporters plan substitutes and press to salvage the effort for the House cooperative marketing bill.
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Prince Unable to Visit Capital in July
A telegram from Captain Asbrink of the Swedish consulate in Chicago states Crown Prince Gustavus Adolphus and Crown Princess cannot visit Helena or travel through Montana due to a fixed itinerary and crowded program. Governor Erickson will meet the royal party at Livingston July 1 for a chamber of commerce reception.
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Goretti Defense Rested in Trial at Virginia City
In Virginia City Mont on June 24 the defense finished its case in the Goretti trial after the defendant and several witnesses testified. The state conducted extensive cross examination but failed to alter Goretti’s account. The defense remained calm throughout and the case likely goes to the jury tomorrow afternoon.
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Riot Near Mecca Leaves 25 Dead in Mecca Region
Cairo dispatch reports 25 killed near Mana Watubi village as Egyptian troops quelled a riot during a procession escorting a holy carpet to Mecca. Wahibi guards clashed with troops amid attempts to stop music in sacred areas. Holy carpet moved on under guard after calm returned.
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