18 Jun 1924
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1924
Page
1
A national newsreel push casts Calvin Coolidge as a quiet earnest everyman. Campaign backers aim to build a “Coolidge tradition” via film to sway moviegoers before November. Opponents warn the portrayal risks a manufactured myth, part of GOP convention coverage.
A four-reel alliance including Pathe Fox Kinograma and International pressured President Coolidge’s camp to produce campaign footage. With a threat to withhold photographs, Adams and allies were overruled and newsreels began using Coolidge’s image in virtually every film through early November.
The Hagenbeck-Wallace circus faces heavy loads and muddy streets as elephants, both Asiatic and African, help move wagons in the rain. The street parade stretches over a mile, with elephants aiding in transport where horses struggle.
Authorities press on with a broad hunt for those behind a payroll robbery in Indiana County. Officials and local residents mobilize searches, with a “fine-tooth comb” approach and tips from the public urged to help identify and capture the bandits.
Four American architectural students defied tradition at dawn by bathing in the Seine near the Place de la Concorde, choosing the river as their summer morning swim spot as the sun rose. Funeral services are set for Robert McNeilly, 68, at his New Florence residence with burial in Bethel cemetery. he is survived by several siblings and was a member of the United Presbyterian Church.
McAdoo confronts a crowded field as opponents unite on defeating the two thirds rule. Leaders project 450 to 500 delegates for McAdoo on early ballots while Smith backers rely on New York and Pennsylvania to build a 300 delegate base. The fight promises a sharp test of party strength and potential deadlock.
William G McAdoo and family plus 12 others travel through Pittsburgh on the way to New York for the Democratic National Convention next week. In New Castle he addresses about 400 supporters pledging adherence to Jeffersonian principles as the campaign continues. Also noted, Dr William C Farrabee receives another blood transfusion at the Philadelphia hospital, aided by donor P Day of Prosperity. Chicago pitchers struggle against the Wana ta Wi az a mystery.
At St Paul on June 18 the Third-Party Farmer-Labor convention faced a crisis as communists gained leverage, seating radicals over Mahoney. Faction clashes sparked threats of walkout, police prep, and talks on forming an independent ticket with La Follette opposition.
Police and citizens scour the countryside around Derry in Westmoreland County for a Black assailant who assaulted Misa Hilda Mark a young stenographer walking to work. She was found by her father crying and crawling toward home on a farm near Derry.
A disjointed recap notes a Braves and Pirates clash ending in a draw while one side claims a controversial moment. It mentions a player named Heeste and a wager or bet, but the details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
In Cape Town on June 18 ING Smuts and the South African party were defeated in general returns. The National Labor coalition won key mining districts and likely controls the next parliament. Smuts lost his seat to Laborite J Hay, signaling a major party setback.
Listings from KDKA WCAE and KYW Pittsburgh outline evening programs including baseball scores, a children’s segment with Mrs Jack Sprat, safety address by F H Babcock, stock market reports, sacred concert by Westinghouse band, Arlington time signals, and a late night Midnight revue. Other stations feature dinner concerts, Sunshine girl, Cycle of Popular Songs, and Paul Whiteman Collegiana with wine notices.
June 18 report from Torio states America’s reply to Japan’s protest was firm and closed the matter for Washington. Speculation grows on Japan’s next move as the note may be used to pressure the diet when it convenes June 24. Baron Shidehare met reporters but gave no commitment. further talks expected tomorrow.
The local Chamber of Commerce has received the monthly list of skilled and trained workers from the employment service of the A. E. Veter ine Bureau of Philadelphia. They are willing to cooperate to place these men at work across trades and professions. Those in need should contact the chamber to match opportunities.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr H S Thacher’s Liver and Blood tonic as a cure for sluggish liver symptoms. It claims benefits include renewed energy, improved digestion, and clearer complexion. The copy lists distributors Frank’s brand and Daugherty’s, with H Shepley in town.
Two scientists describe unusual U S weather as a return to normal. They point to an iceberg zone near Newfoundland reducing bergs and cooling Atlantic waters. Low pressure off Newfoundland drives warm air northeastward, causing storms and showers farther south.
Amherst College conferred the honorary doctor of laws on Secretary of State Charles E. Hughes at the 103rd commencement exercises in Amherst Massachusetts. One hundred eight students received diplomas.
Davis Walsh reports on athletes preparing for Paris with coaches stressing peak fitness. Distances Wayne Johnson Verne Booth E Lermond and Michael Devaney stay supple. Lorenn Murchison rests due to low weight. Sprinters Joie Ray and Charlie Paddock pace themselves as Layton and N Nowka join as alternates and veteran walker. Shipboard morale and accommodations are praised. sterilized water tanks will support training needs.
Spike Webb notes the American Olympic boxing team is the best of the lot after handling eight international teams since 1919. Fedel Labarra, Tom Kirby, and Lester Mayle are highlighted as in fine form while boxers and fencers trained on the upper deck with practice matches and shadow fighting planned.
The Belgian Aero Club announced Lieut Ernest De Multer won the International Race for the James Gordon Bennett cup. De Multer landed near Edinburgh after crossing the English Channel. Fifth place was the best US finish with Captain B Honeywell and W G Vanorami among those scoring. Second went to Laporte who landed in Brighton. In Connellsville, over 500 children enjoyed the playground opening. Somerset C weds State College student and is elected to the board of directors of the Vergaytiun council.
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