Traylor Cast as Possible Dark Horse for Presidency
Article profiles Melvin A. Traylor president of the First National Bank of Chicago, noting his rise from a Kentucky log cabin to run a major bank and explore a Democratic presidential bid. It describes his self-made background, lack of political office, and the bank’s $60 million assets shaping his national prominence.
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Texas Cow Country
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Adair County
Kentucky
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Roosevelt Leads Delegates At Democratic Convention
Roosevelt shows steady support on multiple ballots as delegates from Louisiana and Minnesota align, with James Farley signaling readiness to report progress to the convention. The gathering focuses on balloting and party unity as Am erican political leaders discuss the path to the presidential nomination.
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Louisiana
Minne
Germany Demands Revision of Versailles Treaty at Lausanne
At the Lausanne conference, Chancellor von Papen demands complete revision of the Versailles treaty as a prerequisite to Germany’s participation in postwar reconstruction. Britain’s Ramsay MacDonald failed to unite France and Germany over reparations, with France insisting on payment and Germany seeking cancellation. If no accord is reached, the talks may end today, with a second conference eyed for next fall. Nations present include Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, and Japan.
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Switzerland
Franz von Papen
Germany
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Ramsay MacDonald
Herriot
France
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E H
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Italy
Belgium
Japan
Mrs Dail Visits Arkansas Delegation for Roosevelt Nomination
CHICAGO. Mrs Curtis Dail daughter of Governor Roosevelt visited the Arkansas delegation Wednesday. It was announced Arkansas probably had more women delegates and alternates than any other state. Mrs Dail was introduced by Miss Alice Cordell El Dorado daughter of the next president and said she was pleased to visit a delegation so enthusiastic in support of her father for the nomination.
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Dell
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Dall
Chicken Thief Is Given Jail Term
Willie Logan a Hope negro was jailed after pleading to two larceny charges for stealing chickens from A R Sinmans and Y C Johnston three miles southeast of Hope. Unable to pay 15 dollars and costs for each charge he was committed to Washington jail. Two other black men fled during a coop raid and two women were fined for fighting.
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A. R. Sinmans
Y.C. Johnston
Logan
Washington
Johnston
Essie Mae Stanley
Beulah Jones
Gentry
Phone Link Connects Resistencia to Eastbourne
The Gran Chaco capital Resistencia in Argentina connected its telephone circuits to Eastbourne in England. The new link enables direct conversations between the two distant regions, signaling improved communications for local residents and international contact for the area.
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Argentina
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Argentine Chaco
Eastbourne
England
Lindbergh Dared Storm To Reach Kidnap Boat
In Flemington New Jersey Charles A Lindbergh testified he repeatedly attempted to reach a suspected kidnapping boat amid a storm to rescue his abducted child. Prosecutors say John Hughes Curtis hoaxed police. W E Haskell described Curtis recounting Lindbergh’s near access to the boat and Lindbergh’s reaction during the session.
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N. di
Charles A. Lindbergh
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Lindbergh
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Curtis
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Preliminary hearing set for Alonzo Jackson in Fulton shooting
A preliminary hearing for Alonzo Jackson, accused of fatally shooting Willice Martin in Fulton, was scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. Martin died from a shotgun wound after an early Sunday railroad car fight linked to a quarrel over a missing 12 pound bag of flour. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney John Vesey will represent the state. C. A. Shipp was the arresting officer.
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Jackson
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C. A. Shipp
19 Tomatoes Found on Single Vine Here
A prolific tomato vine shown by G. G. Rettig of 22 South Laurel Street produced well developed clusters. Rettig noted he planted 15 rows in his garden and weather has been ideal for production. Washington weather notes follow in a brief, fragmentary wire style.
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Car Recovered After Theft From Ozan Storefront
A missing Roupe automobile owned by O F Ruggles was stolen Tuesday night from in front of Sanders Greenty store. Constable Bob Carrigan pursued the driver a few miles from Ozan. the car was recovered and Ruggles, who was in Cincinnati, planned to retrieve the vehicle along with left items including several milk bottles.
Poland consolidates ministries to cut costs
Warsaw reports the Polish government has merged agriculture and agrarian reform into a single cabinet portfolio and combined communications with public works to streamline operations and save money. The moves reflect a broader effort to economize and restructure the administration.
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Warsaw
Agreement Near On Relief Measure Conferees Say
Washington reports negotiators advanced on a $2.2 billion relief public works plan as part of the $4 billion program. No formal accord yet but talks focus on key Senate bill provisions. President Hoover had criticized a section some viewed as hinting at a veto.
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Congressional Conefrets
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Revival Meeting at Spring Hill July 2
A protracted religious meeting will start at Spring Hill on July 2 with Rev. Floyd Clark of Lewisville and Dr. H. C. Harpstock of Bogalusa La in charge. Dr Hammock, former resident of Hope, who moved away several years ago, is mentioned in connection with the event.
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Bavaria May Rally To Restore Crown Prince In South Germany
Bavarian leaders discuss breaking away to form a new nation with ex-crown prince Frederick Wilhelm as figurehead or regent. They envision uniting Baden Württemberg and other southern states to create a state the size of New York with over 13 million people. The plan mirrors historic divides between Catholic south and Protestant Prussia amid pressures on the current government.
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Wurttemberg
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Brough Advocates Gold Suspension in Hope Speech
Arkansas Senatorial candidate Charles H. Brough spoke at Hope city hall, urging repealing the Hawley Smoot tariff and adopting bimetallism with silver. He attacked the gold standard, called for drastic government cuts, and criticized the tax burden and wealth concentration while blaming current policies for export barriers and debt growth.
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Hope
Steve Carrigan
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