Washington hearing board to probe air service controversy opens
A presidential aircraft board named by the White House announced it will begin public hearings Monday to probe ongoing clashes between the army air forces and navy air services. Colonel Willem Mitchell will be summoned for tests as the panel weighs charges of incompetence and negligence tied to the Shenandoah disaster and related administration actions. The hearings will be open to the public and feature witnesses from the army navy and postal services.
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DRY ACTS REPEAL SOUGHT IN COLFAX NEBRASKA
Congressmen John Philip Thi and Wallan Upshaw urged repeal of the federal constitution as a threat to marriage, education, health, and morals under federal control. They argued the eighteenth amendment Prohibition failed and urged repeal on the basis the Eighteenth Amendment is unenforceable.
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Drunk at Wheel to Lie in County Jail
Mira Tashan Nae, wife of John Noe, was sentenced by Recorder Cox to 10 days in the county jail for driving while intoxicated. She also received a $100 fine plus costs for reckless driving after being arrested following a collision on Norwood Avenue last night.
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College vice charges refuted amid union cheers at Illinois
Urbana Illinois September 17 bursting applause greeted University of Illinois officials at the state federation of labor convention as they refuted alleged vice charges about a fraternity house. Dean Thomas Arkle Clark and other university leaders dismissed the charges saying the informant lied and had no first hand knowledge, while Sheriff John Gray challenged any further rumors.
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British MP Saklatvala Denies U.S. Visit Ban
Shaparyy Saklatyal, a British member of parliament and Inter Parliament conference delegate, says he has been denied a U.S. visa and will not travel to Washington. He protests Secretary Kellogg’s action as arbitrary and says he will neither defy nor ignore the ban, offering to submit to American invitation if extended.
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Associated Press
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Cam Avanyst
Inter- Tahamentinus
Washington
United States
Wwellogg
St Paul plans seven mile Blackfoot extension
Washington Sept 17 The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad now in receivership asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for permission to build a seven mile extension from near Blackfoot Junction Montana into a timber area. The new line will serve lumber operations of the Anaconda Mining Company.
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Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad
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Helen 3 Goes Ashore on Formosan Coast in Storm
Nagagahi Japan September 17. The American steamer Helen 3 reportedly went ashore on the Formosan coast near Keelun after a violent storm. The gale inundated hundreds of houses and disrupted wire communications. Severn motor and fishing boats were unable to reach the scene. rescue efforts ongoing with missing feared.
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Associated Press
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Montana Methodist conference backs 625000 college endowment
The Montana annual Methodist conference endorses a 625000 endowment plan to fund buildings and equipment for Intermountain Union College. Similar action was taken by the Melena Presbyterian synod. Dr John Woodlander urged Methodist support to organize and promote the move.
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Intermountain Union College
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Born in America But He Will be Deported as Undesirable Alien
Denver September 17 by Associated Press Tred Tfishing alias Tred 12 Harris once of Rivers ton Wyoming, born in the United States, faces deportation to Canada as an undesirable alien. He went to Canada in 1990 and was naturalized there. later returned to the United States, was arrested for mail fraud, and sentenced to a year in Leavenworth federal prison plus a $1,000 fine. After serving, he awaited deportation in Canada and then Leavenworth, with corpus proceedings in Kansas, while challenging his citizenship. The federal appeals court reversed a lower court, ruling he remained a citizen of the United States when he was naturalized in Canada.
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Imperial Diet Fire and Blaze in Tokyo
A garbled Tokyo dispatch reports a fire at the Imperial Diet complex with smoke and flames affecting surrounding buildings. The scene describes dense smoke, firefighting activity, and partial disruption of nearby trains and visibility. Emergency crews deploy as authorities assess the incident and potential casualties.
Beer Kings 10 Suffer for Plays
Assn and press report Terry Druggan and Frank Lake, known as beer runners de luxe, were jailed for contempt of court in Cook County. They were released briefly, then returned to custody as a federal investigation proceeds. A judge had allowed a postponement, and Walkerson and Take were noted in the ongoing legal drama as others near release.
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China Floods Kill and Displace Thousands
A severe flood along the Vetlew river in Shanting province devastates towns near Vunchenghwana, triggering famine relief efforts. Authorities report large losses and rising casualties, with emergency measures urged as monsoon rains persist.
Negro Confessed Attack on Child in Ohio Murder Case
The report states a Black man confessed to assaulting and killing a young girl, the daughter of an Addystuiamer, after following her home and beating her severely with numerous cuts. The suspect remains jailed as investigators piece together the crime from witnesses and the victim’s family.
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Dell Named to Civil Service Board by Coolidge
Washington September report states Miss Dell Lessel, a Democrat from Georgia, is appointed to the United States Civil Service Commission by President Coolidge. She succeeds the late Mrs Helen Garddouer on the board.
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Bears Child at 68 Thirtieth Birth Shocks Town
Madrid report notes 68 year old Valladetid resident has just given birth to her thirtieth child. Authorities and locals describe the event as remarkable and unrelated to medical history, with no further official details provided.
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Still Regent Solon Held in the Woodshed
Fragmentary OCR text from a 19th century style notice mentions Regent Solon and a wood shed setting. It references Umeaga dated Sept 17 and a discussion of women shading options for handcrafted items and a college context. Cluttered phrases indicate a school or college related event or notice with uncertain details.
Communists in Cabal Move Delay as Fascists Loom
Italy Sept 17 An Associated Press report says police believe a large group of over 100 communists plotted a general uprising to occur as fascist support wavered. Leaders included Foscal Prism, a Florentine youth organizer, with women participants such as Adriano Marestant. Meetings were held at night, with propaganda material seized and arms reportedly ready for distribution when the moment arrived.
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Associated Press
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Houdini Bests Divine Healer in a Battle of Wits
In Pittsburgh a theater test pits famed illusionist Houdini against Rev. Alice S Dooley of the Divine Healing church. Dooley accepts Houdini’s private challenge to answer sealed questions. she proposes a week in New York to complete the test after initial queries. Dooley’s two answers won praise while one envelope remained unexplored, leaving the demonstration deemed unsatisfactory by some observers.
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Scopes Appeal Searched In Supreme Court Case
The Scopes case returns to the Supreme Court as hearings proceed in the ongoing trial. Officials report confusion over transcripts and legal arguments while key witnesses resurface to challenge prior rulings. The proceedings focus on whether academic freedom and statutory limits on teaching evolution clash in public schools.
Christians Mogul Evicted by Turkey
Fragmentary report describes eviction actions against a prominent Christian mogul by Turkish authorities amid rising tensions. The piece mentions dates and places unclearly but ties to regional unrest and government actions affecting religious leaders.
Boy, 14, Kills Wisconsin Mother, Jury Finds
A Wisconsin jury found a 14 year old boy guilty of killing his mother. The trial described the fatal attack and the defense argued alternate theories. The verdict was returned after deliberations in the county courtroom.
Fire Doc Incident Sparks Newark Sob Scene
A chaotic event in Newark led to a sobering scene as a senior resident and others debated responses and threats. Authorities charged individuals, and a resignation was rumored amid tension with boards over safety and governance.
Protests Turn Rough as Irish Sypathizers Clash on Pier
A crowd of Irish Republic sympathizers clashes with soldiers near a steamer Provident Roosevelt. Officers report several injuries from a wooden block strike as three men and a woman are arrested amid the commotion.
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Geneva Debates Slow Approach to General Disarmament
Geneva reports the issue of disarmament being debated with Britain opposing a rushed, worldwide impression of progress. Sir George Hurst urges patience and council-led action, while Washington emphasizes starting terminal preparations but delaying league action until a security pact conference possible at Lucerne. Mussolini expected to attend with Trojan premier involvement noted.
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Trial of McNamara Delayed As Witnesses Fail
The trial of John J. McNamara was delayed as two state witnesses had not arrived. State efforts to introduce testimony on vandalism were blocked after Judge Guise sustained the defense objection.
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Shank Charged In Family Tragedy Murder Verdict
Associated Press reports a coroner's jury returned a verdict of murder against Raymond F Shark, 50, who shot and killed his wife Marian, 49, and their son Paul, 19, as they slept in their beds early yesterday. The victims were white. the date is given as September 17.
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Associated Press
Raymond F Shark
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Three Republicans Still Fight Young Bob LaFollette
Milwaukee report notes three Republicans remained active in the race against incumbent Bob LaFollette after Tuesday's primary. Ismael Woodward of Oshkosh, backed by the Ku Klux Klan, announced possible entry into the final contest. Independent entries and late declarations persisted as delegates debated turnout and loyalties amid Wisconsin party tensions.
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