Prohibition repeal drives tense Washington state turmoil
May 15 AP report from Tacoma describes White River Valley clashes between Americans and Filipinos near Kent spreading to Vashon Island. Threats and arson tied to tensions prompt sheriff action, arrests, and vigilante fears. local officials vow order as violence escalates and labor movements react in Puget Sound region.
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Tacoma
Wash
White River Valley
Kent
Vashon Island
Pusallup Valley
Here
Tom Desmond
Mld
Severnl Payatuye
Nowhite Nun
Nowhite Nun and Injung To Tre Fhipiney
Seattle
Tony
Gas Blast Kills One Miner in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania gas explosion fatally injures one miner and injures several others near Avatin. Reports indicate a blast at a Powhatan area site caused multiple deaths and injuries, with authorities investigating the cause and condition of hospitalized workers.
Filipino attacked by youths ends in conviction
Blackfoot Ida May 2% -(4)- Cee!) Killen, one of six youths arrested after an attack on a Filipino Isborora, was convicted by a district court jury for disturbing the pemca. The other charges were dismissed or led to acquittals for lack of identification. The case stems from a war department inquiry into Filipino labor in sugar beet fields.
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Blackfoot Ida
Killen
Pemca
Rillan Wit
Samyrow
Jo Beige
War Department
Indian women rebel open endurance test with cops and spin
In Dharasana a mass of Indian women led by Mrs Seirajini Naidu defied salt laws and police. They squatted on the road to block a raid, while authorities ringed the activists and food parcels were passed through. The day featured no serious disorders as the protest continued with chanting and orange robes.
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Cid
Serajini Naidu
Mrs Naidu
Mahnatim
Gundut
Abbas Tyabfi
Dharasaaon
Naldu
Feader
Indi
Valle Lone
Youth League of
Atroda
National Anti Saloon League fund drive totals nine figures
A campaign committee released a list of contributors with many giving 100 dollars or more. The Kresge Foundation of Detroit topped the list at 106290, with other donors including William F Corhrane of Baltimore, Branley Bareear of Detroit, and Edgar Treeman among several states. The report notes ongoing fundraising through May and hints at further disclosures from Nye and others as campaigns unfold nationwide.
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Pubiie
Kresge
Detroit
Willam
Corhrane
Branley Bareear
Tal
Daubert Tock
Inia
Vwiinola
Tore Corbin Spake
Minos
Galen Abclised by Glur at President
Warkington Mays telegrim from Albert J Galen Montana supreme court judges dispatches describe Renatay Whealer Democrat Montana and Prosident Hoover tour to Montana as barnstorming trip. Leading Montana citizens reacted via Leavitt Republican Montana to publicizing the trip today.
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Warkington Mays
Albert J Galen
Montana
Nress
Renatay Whealer
Hoover
Leavitt
Montena
League of Nations ends 69th session in Geneve
The League of Nations council concluded its 69th session after four days of debate on political and humanitarian issues. Attention centered on Amanta Bri an Franch envoy and Italy’s Furio Grandi as they resumed talks on naval disarmament following participation in the Landon conference.
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Geneve
Council of the
League of Nations Today
Amanta Brian Franch
Invniator
Imno Grandi
Italy
Mostinga
Kone
Gasoline Standards Violations By Russell Company
The Montana Public Service Commission may force A. fe Rongalt of Butte and Billings to comply with state purity laws after tests show Russell Company gasoline sold between December 14 1929 and April 7 1940 exceeded sulfur limits. Samples indicate 14 disapproved cases across 1928 1929 and 1930, despite assurances from Joseph Russell to fix the product.
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A. Fe Rongalt
Butte
Billings
Montane Board of Railroad
Ond Pubdue Service Commissioners
Public Service Comminsion Office
Comminnton
Seanaing
Rawalte
Russell Company
Joseph Russell
Comminaton
Capitol
Karoline
Smeton Ataiod
Finasoll Company
Et Laboratory
Atata Dhomint
College boy 15 held on extortion charge
A teenager identified as a Birmingham student was indicted by a grand jury after evidence suggested attempts to extort a widow, The alleged scheme involved threatening letters to extract thirty two thousand dollars, with the youth facing multiple counts of intent to extort.
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Low Angela Way
Herbard Swallos
Birmingham
Alu
Ingiinito
Mrs & Wo
Trial reported for Bishop Cannon over stock market speculation
Dallas dispatch notes a church quadrennial conference hearing possible trial of Bishop James Cannon Jr. for stock market speculation. Report claims investigation by the Frisco Paz committee. charges not alleging personal political animus, with committee awaiting final action and statement forthcoming.
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Dallas
Tex
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
James Cannon, Jr
Washington, DC
Virgina
Frisco Paes
Tonga
Rannon
Ta Morros
Activitien
Ear of Derry 18 Reported Better
The article notes that Ear of Derry 18 is reported better after a medical update. It mentions a May 16 date and references a Person named Joseph T Widener and a Farm home, with unclear context regarding the trip and location. Further readable fragments describe a comfort at a named residence.
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EAR OF Derry
Darky
Fimendorf
Joseph T Widener
Gallant Fox and Tannery Prime Derby Favorites
Kentucky Derby week buzz centers on Gallant Fox and Tannery as top choices at Churchill Downs. Edward I Trichard Prichard runners posted a brisk workout, hinting at strong form for Saturday’s $50,000-added classic as Gallant Fox and Tannery vie for dominance amid other elite contenders.
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Gallant Fox
Tannery
Derby
Louisville
Churchill Downa
Prichard
Karl Sande
Gatlaut
Darby
Lexington
Almont
BTN
Historis
Kentucky
House Pays Tribute to Dead Members in Memorial Day
Washington May 18 The House observed a memorial day dedicating an hour to honor deceased representatives. Members gathered to remember 13 past lawmakers who died in the previous 14 months. After the session the House adjourned briefly as further tributes were planned.
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Washington
Hatenot
Howad
New Jersey Republican Presents Only Solution For Prohibition
Newark on May 15 a New Jersey Senate candidate released a 600 word campaign statement advocating repealing the 18th amendment and constitutional restoration of state power over liquor policy. He urged federal support to enforce prohibition while arguing for a split authority between federal and state governments and predicting a constitutional change. The piece notes his call for a clean reform approach and contrasts federal regulation with state sovereignty in liquor traffic.
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Newark
United States Senate
New
Senate
Wis
T Belore
Mowrow
Fodern
Federn Roveranent Linna Vist
Alger Rencos
Coal unions hear Clements on compensation measure
Airlines May 15 convention of coal unions featured Clem ents addressing a compensation proposal. Speakers urged increased appropriations for vocational rehabilitation and mandatory exams for mine workers to ensure competence. The debate focused on reducing accidents and guarding inexperienced workers from dangerous tasks.
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Clements
Waka
America
Nine American Women at Second Court in London
Fragmentary report describes a royal event in London with nine American women kneeling before George and Mary. The muster includes gowns, pearls, brocade, and jeweled orders, plus a list of attendees and ceremonial details.
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George
Mary
Second Court
London
Lommit
King George
Dueen Mary
Rene
Buckingham Paleo
Ovanhig
Hriltayl
Offfenrd
Dinio
Milqiteny
Kilog Coorg
Ponte
Chiet
Ralanel
Gronmer
Sowell
Af Atlanta
Fate of Tariff in Balance Crisis On It Is Due Today
Washington May 95 8 the question whether to support the OAL Aid or the White House will be faced in conference tomorrow The key stage of the negotiations between Senate and House over the Manley Smal measure is deadlocked The Independents say they would back the Democrats but fear their coalition partners may abandon them The conferees have been urged to resolve the dispute and reach a settlement before the final conference vote
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Washington
Seugie
House
Henley
Republian
Ferenc Owen
Beth Pranpe
Tragic Death Report From Local Hospital Inquest
Anaronda Atay a three year old son of Mr and Mrs Jenkina died at a local hospital today from unspecified injuries. Miss Mary McVay was a witness in the inquest held nearby as her brother awaited his turn. A tricycle and a car incident were noted in the accounts but details remain unclear.
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Anaronda Atay
Wow Jenkina
At & Hospital
Mary McVay
Misa McNay
Howard Mr Davin
Wolf Creek
Roy Inaugurated President of Haiti Amid Demonstrations
Reports from Port au Prince on May 1 indicate Roy was inaugurated as Haiti's president. A halt in ceremonies occurred as protesters aligned with former president Borna gathered, causing discord during the event and a note of tension noted by observers.
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Roy
Haiti
Port
Lugeto Toy Choltan
Hoovers
Tallinn
Trial opens in Great Falls for William Trainor killing brother
In Great Falls on May 15 AP reports jurors were seated for the William Trainor trial. The 58 year old rancher faces charges of fatally wounding his brother John as the brothers argued earlier that morning. Witnesses described a tense farmyard confrontation and Trainor’s statements afterward.
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Great Falls
William Trainor
Ashelot
Here
John
API
Wolf Dutense
Trainor Agad
Willan
Jobo
William
Deposition Error? Vault Incident Ends Safely
A 70 year old bank depositor entered a vault and became trapped as doors closed. Rescue teams used electric torches to reach him before the vault darkened. He was pulled to safety unharmed despite a tense moment as daylight arrived after the doors sealed.
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Tink Hagmond Wolf
Fhemen Maante
William J Locke obituary and political resignation noted
Fragmented notice recalls novelist William J Locke and reports a resignation from Buy Richy’s cabinet after failed effort on a parliamentary question. References Bulgaria and Paris appear in unclear OCR, with dates May 24 25 and vague political context.
Rotary Delegates in Bozeman for Annual District Sessions
Rotary delegates gather in Bozeman for the 83rd district session with about 100 members expected tomorrow. District Governor Sterling M. Wont of Tillinga will open the meeting, private Patrick Well known War speaker will address, and Charles Wickley vice president of the international Rotary will speak at the luncheon.
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Rotary
Bozeman
Ravoman
Bozeman Canney
Sterling M
Tillinga
Charles,Wickley
Thennternational Organization
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