Grain Freight Rates Upheld by Interstate Race Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission refused to cut freight rates on grain across ten western and central states, including Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Missouri, Minnesota, and others. The ruling maintained existing rates, citing fair returns for carriers while acknowledging Western rail lines faced heavy maintenance costs. CONTINUED ON PAGE TEN.
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Weather Outlook for Indianapolis and Vicinity
Special Weather Bureau report summarizes rapid changes: cool Friday, then clouding with possible showers and a thunderstorm by afternoon Saturday. Temperatures hover around seasonal norms with mild humidity and variable winds.
Indianapolis Chosen For 1925 Police Chiefs Meeting
Montreal dispatch reports the International Association of Chiefs of Police selected Indianapolis as the 1925 convention host after a close vote among Chicago Newark Newark and others. Grand Rapids president Chiatre presided as the group praised Indiana's traffic system and Hoosier capital facilities.
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Newark
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Watson Attacks Democratic Ticket in New Hampshire
Indiana Senator James E. Watson condemned the Davis and Bryan ticket as an impossible combination in a New Hampshire campaign speech. He argued Davis is ultra-conservative while Bryan is a “vexdrerits” figure, questioned running on one platform or two, and critiqued currency inflation and government ownership plans. He contrasted Davis’s Wilsonite stance and support for entangling alliances with Bryan’s alleged opposition to the League of Nations.
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Standard cuts gas price sweep through Chicago
Standard Oil of Indiana says a penny per gallon cut in handling price will apply to the entire territory, effective tomorrow. Local dealers anticipate gasoline at 21.2 cents a gallon as the company's crude price reduction boosts competition with other firms expected to match the move. No official word reached Chicago yesterday, but officials expect notification today.
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Strikers Clash Leaves Several Hurt in Peoria Riot
July 17 report from Peoria states several workers injured during a disorder at the Paste, Brick and Tile plant in Wenley City. Brick and tile makers have been on strike since December, with protests erupting at the factory grounds.
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Brazil Federals Ready to Desert and Fire Near Sao Paulo
Censored reports from Brazil describe Revolutionary clashes as Federal troops surround Sao Paulo. Bombardments, hotel shellings, and casualties are reported by American consular sources, with varying details from Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro.
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Federals Claim Victory in Brazilian Front Frontline Moves Press Report
A Brazilian government communique claims major federal advances along the Sao Paulo front with new units entering action. It reports federal forces hold much of Sao Paulo and have breached central areas while numerous fugitives join federal lines. Monitored reports from Montevideo describe ongoing clashes with insurrectionists as rebels claim control of parts of the city.
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Senator Watson Plans Move Against Bert Morgan in Indiana
Senator James E. Watson threatens to push for the removal of Bert Morgan, the Federal Prohibition director for Indiana, saying the issue could affect the upcoming November election. Morgan resists resigning and contends he has served properly, while factional tensions within Indiana Republicans alarm political leaders.
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Bank bookkeeper arrested for embezzling bank funds
Evansville Indiana July 17 Elvin Steckler 23 a general bookkeeper at Old National bank arrested on a warrant charging embezzlement of 7200 from the bank’s funds. Federal examiner J H Conner and United States Commissioner Charles Harmon filed the charge. Steckler confessed to taking the money alleging gambling losses. The theft occurred four years ago with nine customers’ accounts affected. Steckler married with two children, had risen from a boy to a trusted position over five years. Deputy Marshal Marsh arested him and he will face federal court.
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United States
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Bodies of Maj McLeary Found Near Cheraw
Maj Samuel McLeary coast artillery officer disappeared while motoring from Norfolk to Fort Bragg. His body was found south of Cheraw, with sunstroke and pistol wounds. Mortimer King led officers to the grave. an accomplice, Harold, 22, sought. Deserter King claims confession and murder with unknown companion.
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Wildest Wheat Trade Since War Rises Amid Volatile Markets
Chicago July 27 Wheat prices swung wildly amid a wildcat session as profit taking hit the market yet inflations demand absorbed offerings. Wheat closed 2 1 4 cents higher while corn and oats edged up. Canadas crop worries and rains in key growing regions influenced prices as exports continued.
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Allied Conferees Pleased With Parley Progress
Allied delegates report progress on the Dawes plan as about a third of the work is completed. Ambassadors Kellogg and Logan, plus British, French, and Belgian leaders, express satisfaction as committees shape plans for international loan, payments, and sanctions.
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America
Ambcsador Kellogg
James A. Logan
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Belgium
Germany
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Rum Row Doc Taken On Mercy Trip By Authorities
A New York dispatch reports that Dr Foulkes of Sydney Australia, famed as "Rum Row Doc," was arrested aboard the four masted ship Ra'akae near Bermuda for landing on American soil without a passport. He assisted a dying sailor, was taken into custody by Coast Guard for humane transport, and later placed back aboard the Rum Row ship Rock. Sailor Ralph Conrad of Nova Scotia contracted pneumonia and faced possible death.
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British flier MacLaren found safe after missing ordeal
Stuart MacLaren the British flyer missing since leaving Lake Tashimoye Shimughirn island area was found with two companions in a bay near Uruppu Island by a Japanese destroyer Isakaze. Tokyo dispatches say search continues though officials doubt disaster, citing fog and treacherous weather. American aviator Lowell Smith expects news soon from Broughton Bay as emergency supply bases operate.
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Widen search for Dell Billmire in Indianapolis mystery
A broad statewide search for William Billmire, a Bloomington business man missing from his home at 719 East Thirty-fourth Street, expands with cooperation from the Elseants Club, Kiwanis, and Boy Scouts. Police report indicate no foul play, with concerns centering on possible mental strain and financial worries as investigators seek a plausible motive for his disappearance.
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Four Seriously Hurt in Riverside Park Line Accident
Thirteen passengers were seriously injured when a runaway trolley on the Riverside Park Line near Montcalm Street veered off, passengers leaped to safety, and conductor Underwood and motorman Hendershot attempted to regain control. The car stopped after a block, flames issued from the control area, and several passengers sustained head and burn injuries while others escaped unharmed. Emergency crews transported the injured to hospital as investigators reviewed the scene.
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Alleged Plots by Aliens in China Reported
A diplomatic note from the American legation in Pekin protests alleged plots by aliens in China. The consular office in Canton advised the Civil Governor of Kwangtung of the rumors, noting protests and possible effects on relations with foreign powers.
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