Senate Finance Committee schedules for tariff reform amid sugar talks
The Senate is set to reopen September 3 after a linked two week recess. Republican members of the Finance Committee will unveil new tariff schedules by August 19, with full details released August 1. Debate will focus on sugar, wool, leather, books, and other imports as Democrats prepare counterpoints. Senator Reed Smoot proposes a sliding scale for Cuban raw sugar, while Senator Borah weighs a bounty option.
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William By Hutchinson
INS
Washington
Ave. Fe
Senate
Senate Finance
Init
Senate Republicans
United States
Reed Smoot
Utah
Smoot
Republicans
Borah
Idaho
Jas. Watson
Indiana
Graf World Flight Log Chronicles Transatlantic Positions
Record of Graf Zeppelin's flight log with positions reported hourly from 8:00 am to early morning, noting sightings by freighters near Nantucket and positions east of New York, the Azores, and offshore Atlantic coordinates as the pursuit continues.
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Graf
Nantucket
Mass
Comercial
New York
Navy Department
Azores
Mard Gras winner sells Packard in Latrobe area
Blairsville area Aug 9 W Ray of Der township near Salem Church won a Packard sedan drawn at the Latrobe Fire Department Mardi Gras event. He sold the Packard after learning one of his two 13 cent tickets was drawn, turning the win into cash and a new outlook for spring weather. Ron Porch of Kooksburg was the other ticket holder mentioned.
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Blairsville
Albem
W. Ray
Salem Church
der Township
Latrobe Fire Department
Ron Porch
Kooksburg
Qantas
Ath Ray
Indiana Drum Corps Triumph At Contest With Precision
The Chartered won third place with a score of 60 and $30 plus a silver cup. Fach Corps was given eight minutes to perform, finishing in seven and one half minutes to avoid disqualification. Indiana corps impressed by executing maneuvers without signals, drawing applause and eyeing state championship and Legion convention honors in Scranton later this month. The Indiana Band, though present, was not allowed to enter as the event was Legion exclusive, yet they played and received applause.
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Fach Corps
Indiana Corps
Indiana
the Legion
Scranton
American Legion
Jeannette
Old Academy Reunion Marks Restorative Meeting
Selections from Old Academy session recount a call to restore the academy and honor contributors. Officers elected: James Couser president, Iddo Lewis first vice president, Sara G Dilts second vice president, M Binnie McConraughey secretary, Bessie Moot Sherman treasurer. Speakers praised Covode Academy and Indiana county schooling, with plans for a reunion and basket picnic on August 2? 1930 at the academy grounds. Bonds formed for community memory and continued scholastic support.
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Binnie McConnaughey
Iddo M
Lewis
James Couser
Iddo Lewis
Sara G. Dilts
M. Binnie McConraughey
Bessie Moot Sherman
Sprankle
Hunt
James F. Chapman
Jim
Covode Academy
Indiana County
John W. Morrow
Academy
Pate Grounds
The
Sanity
Palmer and
Campbell
Wiltan Pou Parko
Willian Toon Highway
Csht
Writer of Women’s Care in Driving Slams Hynon Claim
Aug 9 Harrisburg report by Stho Nuzbauer Richland RI denounces Motor Vehicle Commissioner Benjamin G. Hynon statement that women drivers cause fewer fatal accidents. The letter-writer, with nine years of driving experience, calls the claim baloney and questions the commissioner’s honesty.
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Harrisburg
Eynon
Kunkle Reunion Brings Blairsville Area Kin Together
Descendants of the late Peter Kunkle gathered at the Peter Kunkle homestead near Kent for the annual reunion yesterday afternoon. Attending were families from Indiana County and western Pennsylvania. The event featured outdoor games music addresses and a family picnic lunch served about 1 o clock. Participants included My and Mrs C S Kunkle Mr and Mrs William Kunkle Mr and Mrs Charles Smith Mrs Glann B Kunkle Mr J E B Kunkle Mrs G W Rhea Mr and Mrs J I Masterson and daughter Dorothy Mr and Mrs J C Kunkle and daughter Arta Jean Mr and Mrs Homer Kunkle Mr and Mrs R B Kunkle and daughters June and Patricia Me and Mrs L H Kunkle and sons Calvin and Lisle Mr and Mrs R A Brown and children Eleanora Mae and William Mr and Mrs W G C Repine Merrill Kunkle Leroy Smith Wilbert Rhea Clifford Rhea Mrs Keith Margaret Springer Grace Meddun and Helen Uber.
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J. EB. Kunkle
G. W. Rhea
J. I. Masterson
Dorothy
J.C. Kunkle
Arta Jean
Homer Kunkle
R. B. Kunkle
June
Patricia
L. H. Kunkle
Calvin and
Lisle
R.A. Brown
Eleanora Mae
William
W. GC. Repine
Merrill Kunkle
Leroy Smith
Wilbert Rhea
Clifford Rhea
Keith
Margaret Springer
Grace Medunkin
Helen Uber
Reunion Day At Brookside Health Camp Draws Crowds
Visiting children and Indiana residents enjoyed a large reunion at Brookside Health Camp. Thirty campers have gained about 170 pounds this season, with 53 pounds added last week. Miss Erma Winkerman leads weight gains at 13 pounds 14 ounces. State reports praise camp personnel and high ratings for 1929. Visitors urged to tour next Sunday to see work funded by Christmas seals.
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Indiana
Erma Winkerman
Blacklick
Brookside Health Camp
Dilltown
Death notices of Hess and Rev DuBois in Wilkinsburg and Penfield
Ella Wachob of Johnstown and Mr Hess died three years ago in Wilkinsburg. Survivors include sons James C Hess of Wilkinsburg and Duncan J Wess of Philadelphia. Services held this afternoon in Wilkinsburg. Also, Rev Samuel Lee DuBois veteran Civil War era pastor died at his Penfield home after a long heart illness. He served with the Free Methodist faith for many years.
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Ella Wachob
Johnstown
Samuel Lee DU Bois
Samuel Lee
Bennetts Branch Valley
Penfield
Lee
Obituary notices two daughters and many grandchildren
Two daughters Wesona and twenty four grandchildren survive. Funeral services are to be held at the residence on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant cemetery at Penfield, a burial ground made possible when Rev. Lee deeded the ground to the community for that purpose many years ago.
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Wesona
Rexidance
Mt. Pleasant
Penfield
Lee
Snook murder trial recounts hammer attack details
Testimony retraces the assault on Miss Hix at a rifle range and in a parked coupe. Snook describes the struggle, says he hit her with a hammer, then drove away in fear. Prosecutor Chester probes the confession and police interrogation while Snook disputes much of the grilled statements.
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Snook
Miss Hix
Chester
Theora
Love Nest
Trench
Chief French
John F. Seidel
Seidel
Mabel letters and cross examination in Snook case
The courtroom scene centers on Chester cross examining Snook about the death case involving Miss Hix. Chester reveals Snook signed love letters “Mabel” to the co ed, reading excerpts to show motive and complicity. Snook confirms emotions and doubts, with the trial adjourned to resume later.
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Mabel
Snook
Chester
Miss Hix
Cleveland
Move to Stop Arms Policy Clarified
A government report outlines prohibited firearms for prohibition agents, allowing rifles in remote or exposed areas. It notes potential dangers from moonshine raids and sniping at ranges over 300 yards, and confirms agents are not issued machine guns. Officials promise stronger armed response in Detroit if needed.
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Prohibition Service
H Doran
Tom Chandler
Poteet
Texas
Charles Stevens
Stevens
Chandler
Doran
Detroit
Canadian
Frank Dow
Customa
Underworld Leaders Hit In Chicago Bootlegging Scheme
The gang ring stretched into terrorism, bootlegging, and murder with Pangello and the Big Gorilla Luigi Lamendola among Monastero’s men until three years ago. Wealth grew as Came ndela eyed leadership, police say, leading to a death warrant and the Big Gorilla's execution outside his Chatham street restaurant. At the morgue, $6000 found on his person testified to his wealth and high position in the underworld. Monastero profited massively from Italian residents, officials said.
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Pangello
Big Gorilla
Luigi Lamendola
Monastero
Camendela
Big Steve
Big Gorilly
Apo
Chatham Street
Lamerdola Murder Tightens Mafia Drive in City
Pangello, once hunted by the Mafiagis after the Lamerdola killing, survived multiple ambushes and hospitalizations as the manhunt intensified. Monastero and his brother were shot in a curtained car as detectives, led by Lieutenant David Corbett, pressed a citywide push to wipe out the Mafia.
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Pangello
Righaeterd
Lamerdola
Pangella
Ha Ne
Ovary Corner
Monastero
Sam
McKees Rocks
Department
David Corbett
Picnic for Young Ladies Auxiliaries at Camp Rest a While
Cal Bellis and the Young Ladies Auxiliary of the Children's Aid Society hosted the annual outing at Camp Rest a While. The event featured swings, slides, a merry-go-round, and a swimming pool provided by park manager Mr. Harris. Luncheon offerings included cream and candy, with Mrs. Sue Willard and Mrs. Matthew Bruce among the guests of honor. Local residents Rev. William Patch and others were noted visitors.
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Children’s Aid Society
Arris
Sue BE. Willard
Matthew 4. Bruce
Stock Market Tumbles As 6% Rediscount Rate Shocks Investors
New York stock closings show a harsh drop after the rediscount rate at the New York bank was raised to 6 percent. Despite feeble rallies around noon, heavy selling crushed prices with General Electric and others plunging. leaders rose earlier but fell back as speculation and credit tightening spurred a broad market decline.
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New York
New York Bank
Reserve Board
New York Reserve Bank
Reserve
General Electric
Goodyear
International Tel
U.S
New York Central
Montgomery Ward
Pr'es
Indiana Schools Open After Summer Break
The Iron Master for the coming year and Center Coal Company awarded coal contracts for Idabelle mine carl. Tuition charges set for out of district pupils show $10.30 per month for high school and $8.36 for grade schools. Superintendent Koontz may arrange a local teachers institute. Repairs and painting are finished, with a new auditorium floor ready for opening.
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Center Coal Company
Idabelle
Indiana
Norman Koontz
Graf Zeppelin Flight Report From First Leg Promises Comfort
Dispatches from Washington indicate Graf Zeppelin maintains a 75 mph average, though headwinds may slow progress. Passengers enjoy luxe service as the airship nears the Azores, with Dr. Hugo Eckener deciding routing based on weather and squalls. The craft carries 41 crew, 24 passengers, cargo, a Boston bulldog, and a baby alligator.
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Washington
Q. K
Azores
Hugo Erkener
Grat
Mid-Ocean Islands
James H. Kimball
New York Weather Bureau
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Dr. Eekener
Newfoundland
Graf
New York
Friedrichshafen
Toko
Paville
San Diego
United States
Lakehurst
Aeppelin
Pia
Eckener
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