Real estate boosters shine in North Carolina paper
The Charlotte Observer celebrated North Carolina realtors with a splendid edition. High Point’s page boosted the town as it claimed a boosters cup at realtors conventions, aided by chosen speakers and a sparkling topic. A Raleigh sheriff saved a condemned man’s life en route to the electric chair, earning the thanks of the inmate and highlighting public sympathy.
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Raleigh
Charlotte Observer
Realtors of
North Carolina
High Point
Realtors
Cross burnings in Wilson warn occupants to cleanse or depart
The Ku Klux burned crosses in front of homes in Wilson on Wednesday night and warned residents to clean up or leave. President Coolidge reportedly expects the Navy to want another dirigible for military use, a costly proposal that surprises some observers. High Point’s school statistics show enrollment over 6,900 this year, Raleigh about 7,000, signaling rapid population and growth for the region.
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Wilson
Coolidge
Navy
New
High Point
Raleigh
North Carolina
Tar Heel
Raleigh Schools Face Crowding as 7000 Pupils Enroll
The Raleigh Times reports about 7,000 pupils in Raleigh city schools this year, predicting continued overcrowding with insufficient classroom space. School leaders say shifts will be needed, funding limits worsen the issue, and a bond issue likely would have failed.
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Raleigh Times
Raleigh City School
Srygley
M'Lean Pledges Aid In North Carolina Advertising Plan
Gov McLean pledges earnest support and aid to a state advertising program to lure capital and talent to North Carolina. He urges careful, principled advertising strategy with outside capital and brains, noting the importance of boosting the state's prospects and welcoming newcomers. A boosters’ organization and concrete plan are urged.
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McLean
North Carolina
Charlotte
Remus claims bootleg permits tied to Daugherty tale
The bootlegger George Remus, released from Atlanta federal prison, says he paid $250,000 to $300,000 in government liquor permits to Jess Smith and Daugherty. The assertion adds to the view that former Attorney General Daugherty masterminded wartime whisky ventures, while Daugherty’s fate and public memory fade amid political pressure and campaign concerns.
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George Remus
Federal
Atlanta
Jess Smiths Daugherty
Harding
Daugherty
Remus
The Poor Pay of Governors in Early States
Governor Al Smith criticizes state chief executive salaries as too low, citing New York’s $10,000 figure and North Carolina’s $3,900 pay. The piece notes public officials’ hardship, compares highway commission and council of state wages, and mentions Congress raises to $10,009, urging North Carolina to set governors’ pay at $10,000.
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New York
al Smith
New York State
New York City
North Carolina
Highway Commission
Council of State
Sey
Name of man tied to Raleigh lobby claim questioned
Max Gardner demanded the name of the man said to have conspired against Mr Morrison's political future and earned 100000 for lobbying in Raleigh during the 1925 legislature. W E Harrison of Richmond County denied responsibility or knowledge, leaving Gardner’s request unresolved. Harrison refused to bear the insinuations.
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Max Gardner
Washington
Morrison
Raleigh
W. E. Harrison
Richmond County
Harrison
Gardner
Shelby
Seaplane 18 Lost in Pacific Flight Disappearance
Report details that Seaplane 18 could not turn into the wind due to fuel shortage and was forced to jettison with the wind, lowering chances of safe landing. Heavy rain squalls blinded crew who mistook sea for ceiling, causing a high speed descent and crash risk. Navy search ships are fuel constrained and may return to port. Maui aircraft support reduced to four after one plane forced down at Kahului.
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Maui
Kahului
President Coolidge backs education department plan
President Coolidge stands firm on creating a department of education and relief in the government reorganization plan despite fears of overloading the system. The statement comes from Swampscott Massachusetts where the president addressed educators on September 4.
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Swampscott
Mass
Coolidge
Department of Educaton and Relief
Hueg
Lost Shenandoah logs and salvage fears at Lakehurst
Executive officers at Lakehurst deem the disaster unavoidable save for greater speed. Commanders report looting of the control car and missing flight logs from the Shenandoah wreck. Bodies to Arlington and special train arrangements for victim burials. Storm vortex caused the crash. 12 in the control crew perished, others drifted or survived. Fort Hayes detail and Salvation Army workers aid recovery, with looting restrained today.
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Klein
Shenandoah
Lakehurst
Lansdowne
Washington
Arlington Cemetery
Cambridge
Fort Hayes
Columbus
American Legion
Salvation Army
Noble County
Breaking of Gas Bag May Have Been Cause
The Shenandoah disaster near Caldwell Ohio left 14 crew dead and 22 survivors en route to Lakehurst New Jersey. Survivors blame the gas bag rupture amid a western twister as the ship fought a violent storm. Navy officers plan inquests while burial arrangements move forward for Lieutenant Commander Zachary Lansdowne and other crew.
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Caldwell
Shenandoah
United States Navy
Zachary Lansdowne
Belle Valley
Lakehurst
N. J
Caldwall
Marietta
Charles Rosendahl
Lansdowne
Louis J. Hancock
J. H. Klein
Lakehurst Naval Air Station
Washington
Arlington National Cemetery
America
G. L. Hall
Petter
Rosendahl
Philadelphia
Ohio
North Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Fan
Wilson
Bobby Jones Hard Match With Von Elm Today
Jones dominates the round, advancing to seven up by the twenty-fourth hole as Von Elm struggles with sand, long putts, and missed chances. Jones sinks a birdie on the twenty-third to extend lead, finishing with a strong advantage over his Western adversary.
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Jones
Bobby
von Elm
Romance Ends as Actress Janet Belcher Sued for Separation
Janet Belcher, noted actress, files suit for separation amid claims by her husband of a spiritualistic complex. The dispute centers on personal conduct and alleged beliefs, with court action initiated to formalize the breakup.
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Janet Belcher
Durham Rotarians Prepare To Convene
Durham Rotarians are preparing for the 37th district Rotary convention to be held in Durham on April 13 and 14. A local meeting set plans for caring for the event and a director session was arranged to organize duties as committees were to be appointed to handle invitation issues and related arrangements.
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Durham
Rotary Clubs
Rotary Club
Yellowley Named Federal Prohibition Administrator
Washington dispatch reports E. C. Yellowley, former chief of general prohibition agents, named federal prohibition administrator for District No. 13 with headquarters in Chicago. Col Ned M. Green of Los Angeles named administrator for District No. 21 with headquarters in San Francisco.
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Yellowley
Washington
E. C. Yellowley
Chicago
Col
Ned M. Green
Los Angeles
San Francisco
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