G O P Insurgents See Oregon Refusal to Enter Primary
Washington April 2 The withdrawal of Governor Gifford Pinchot from entering Oregon's presidential primary highlights the disarray among progressives and insurgents. Republicans, liberals and dissidents may shift support to Democrats as in North Dakota where Roosevelt's primary vote outpaced the Democratic tally. Wisconsin is expected to move toward Hoover’s renomination.
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Auiralfa Bill) Murray
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LaFollette Brothers
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Mary Nolan Denies Responsibility For Her Husband Debts
Mary Nolan an actress appeals a conviction for failing to pay wages at her dress shop. Attorney Arthur Guerin argues the ruling could set a precedent making wives liable for husbands debts. Nolan was sentenced to 30 days in jail. The report then surveys Wisconsin presidential primary mood and Republican insurgent gains.
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Kansas Nears Dry Majority In Prohibition Poll
The Literary Digest Prohibition Poll shows Kansas within a fraction of a majority for repeal as more than 500000 ballots are added. Nationwide, dry support rises to 25.75 percent with 74.25 percent for repeal.
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Ceremony of a Society Woman Murder Trial Nears
Honolulu report notes high public interest as the “honor slaying” trial opens Monday with Clarence Darrow as chief defense. Police cordon the judiciary building to prevent crowds while four defendants await trial for second degree murder in the Fortescue Massie case.
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Clarence Darrow
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Grace Bell Fortescue
New York
Washington
Thomas H. Mansie
E. J. Lord
Thalia Fortescue Massie
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Charles 5. Davis
Pearl Harbor Navy Base
Meteor speeds and sound perception differences noted
A report states meteors flash through the air at over 100 miles per second. It also notes that male listeners hear speakers better than women because heavy clothing absorbs sound waves while light clothing worn by women reflects them.
German Critics Attack U S Films Over Lip Sync Problems
Berlin reports critics attack American films for poor synchronization with German text. They say lip matching ruins meaning in Man Overboard while audiences struggle to follow plots. Bancroft praised as captain despite language hurdles. Casanova and X-27 receive cooler reception.
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Chicago Secret Six Help Return Kidnapped Doctor Unharmed
The Chicago Secret Six aided by detectives secured the safe return of Dr. James Parker a 65 year old physician abducted March 14 from Peoria Illinois. Parker said his captors treated him well and no ransom was paid. Two Peoria men Joseph Pursifall attorney and C W Betson contractor and former mayoral candidate were later detained on orders of Secret Six director Alexander Jamie. Police said Parker was kidnapped for an unrevealed purpose and not for ransom. The release followed reports police had paused activity at Parker wife’s request.
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Mistreated girl accuses parents in torture case
A seven year old girl, Barbara Mailarie Trowbridge, accuses her father Alvin Trowbridge, 29, and stepmother Anna Smith of torturing her in Gloversville New Mexico. She says Mrs. Smith pressed a hot stove poker on her body while the father watched and that he beat her with a strap and applied liniment to burns to intensify the pain.
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Alvin Trowbridge
Famed pilot invited for New Orleans air carnival
World famous air pilots have been invited to participate in the New Orleans air carnival to be held in April under the auspices of a newspaper. The four day event will showcase aviation skill and attract crowds.
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New Orleans
Bowdoin College Flag Fund Founded in Brunswick
Edward O. Achorn former Bowdoin overseer leaves 1500 dollars to fund daily flag-raising over the campus. The bequest aims to ensure the American flag flies each school day at Bowdoin College in Brunswick Maine.
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Bowdoin College
Edward O. Achorn
Burglar Patched Baked Dined In California Home
A burglar who found time in his hands robbed a San Jose residence of Charles Tingle, taking valuables after patching, baking a pumpkin and dining during the spree.
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Charles Tingle
Plane Coasting Energizes Rustling Winter Thrill
PETOSKEY Michigan passengers ride while walkers are pulled by planes. Runners tethered to aircraft reach speeds of 200 to 250 miles per hour as powerful motors propel them along.
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Petoskey
Mich
Michigan
Treasury receipts and expenditures report for March
Treasury receipts for March 31 were 3 984 791 85. Expenditures 29 5832 985 05. Balance 47 420 772 47. Customs duties for March were 23 231 285 68.
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Michigan to Plant Trout Fry Instate and Federal Effort
Between 8 million and 10 million late trout fry will be planted in Michigan waters by the state conservation department and the federal government in the next few months.
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State Conservation Department
Martial law declared for Mexican primary elections
Mexico City reports the army to seize control from 6 p m to 6 a m Monday during primary elections. Traffic officers will patrol unarmed, civilians found with guns face jail, as 500 plus candidates vie for 168 deputy posts in the dominant National Revolutionary party race.
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Elias Calles
National Revolutionary Party
Comeleat
Berlin School Uses Indoor Sliding Board Chute for Lessons
Pupils at a Berlin school are taught using an indoor chute built from a sliding board. The setup aims to engage students with practical demonstrations inside the classroom.
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Textile strike at Langley area mills involves 1000 workers
About 1000 workers from three Aiken county textile mills walk out led by Langley mill employees. The strike, backed by the United Textile Workers of America, cites wage cuts. Bath and Clearwater mills closed, Langley officials urged workers to seek other employment. Paul W. Fuller of the AFL investigates.
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United Textile Workers of America
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Langley Mill
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Paul W. Fuller
American Federation of Labor
Manchester bootlegger given suspended sentence in court
Afs raigned in municipal court as an alleged bootlegger, George Paquin explained that he was peddling liquor to support his family of 13. He was given a 60-day suspended jail sentence and a $50 fine.
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New Michigan law targets reckless motor boat operators
In Landing Michigan a new statute makes it a misdemeanor to operate a motor boat with excessive speed or in a reckless manner that endangers bathers. Police will arrest violators under the measure.
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Landing
Mich
Michigan
Sacramento crafts adopt 15 percent lower wage scale
In Sacramento California building trades join a voluntary agreement cutting wages by 15 percent from prior levels amid stated conditions. The move reflects consensus within the organized labor group to adjust pay scales to current market realities.
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Sacramento
Calif
ULP
Organized Labor Groupe
Tufts Opens Esperanto Class In Medford
Tufts college in Medford hosts an Esperanto class under the Fabian society. Twenty students joined with most signing up out of curiosity.
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Tufts College
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