Chinese Bandits Freeing Prisoners Expected Today
Report from Pekin says negotiators near bandit lines anticipate freeing sixteen foreigners and nine Chinese held by the brigands by Saturday night. Officials and foreign service observers note the hostage issue hinges on unity of action by world powers. careful plans and siege at the colliery continue amid international reaction.
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ERIC VON BALTZHMAN
Universal Service
PEKIN
Shanghai+Pekin express
Ichow
Schow
Hoy Anderson
WNaenking
Shansing
Penn
Maja
Allen
Punger
Lindelg
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board for communicat SHon
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murt
Dincheng
Shang. Helen
Chung 's Esten
roorfatain
Ires
solliery
aparn
e “garding
ioralia
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity and almanac
A United States Weather Bureau special report in The Indianapolis Star notes strong winds and colder temperatures for Saturday and Sunday in Indiana and the Indianapolis area. The almanac lists yesterday’s conditions, temperature ranges, and precipitation with typical daily figures.
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United States
Indianapolis ‘Star
DAT
Buntian
Dormal
Pastor Reserves Pews for Lovers at Hammond Church
In Hammond Indiana the First Methodist Church auditorium will reserve two rows for couples next Sunday night. Superintendent Charles Surprise of the church’s young men’s Bible class announced the plan to permit couples to hold hands during services. He cites lack of meritages in the Bible class and urges Cupid’s role, though oscillation is barred and the aim is to encourage marriage among youths with a steady partner. The note reflects church officials’ stance on promoting courtship among young congregants.
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HAMMOND
Ind
May Jr
First Methodist
Charles Surprise
Surprise
Wilsof critics world court proposal draw fire
Local items note Henry Lane Wilsof answering critics of a world court proposal. The story mentions Traffic Clubs of America meeting May 3, Canals Council approving $130,000 for infirmary expansion, and other regional notices including hospital funds and endowment drives. Missing Indianapolis woman sought in New York and various society and sports briefs are listed.
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Wilsof
Associated ‘Traffic Clubs of America
Riley hospital
Canals Council
tsalians
Anderson
Star
Knightstown Lake solony
Weather forecast predicts cooler conditions for Lake Region
Weather Bureau reports a cooler air mass will overspread the lower lake region and Ohio and lower Mississippi valleys Saturday and Saturday night. Temperatures will be notably lower with colder conditions expected in Atlantic and East Gulf regions.
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LOWER LAKE REGION
WASHINGTON
Mississippi
Ohio
Weather Bureau
aays
Atlantic
East
George Harvey Confronts Rumors on New York Arrival
George Harvey, American ambassador, arrives in New York and faces questions about rumors of his resignation or recall. He says he is on leave and hints at possible resignation, noting predecesors, while denying any intent to retire. Harding administration confirms no retirement request and Harvey will report to Washington before returning to Peacham for a rent.
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SPHINX
NEW YORK
George Harvéyy
George Woshington
Randle
Harding
Peacham
Vermont
Peachum
Massachusetts
Harvey
Washington
Hughes
White House
United States
Free Toothbrush Hold Up Case Pardon Granted
Governor Doriahey pardoned Ben E. King of Zanesville who served ten years for holding up a man with a toothbrush while intoxicated. The wartime veteran, sole supporter of an elderly mother in Cleveland, must aid the mother, abstain from intoxicants, attend church, and report as on parole for one year. The judge cited inability to give King less than ten years under the law. a plea of guilty reduced potential sentence. King has served eight years and 11 months.
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Doriahey
Ben E., King
Zanesville
King
Cleveland
King leas
Soviet Russia rejects British ultimatum offer at Moscow meeting
In Moscow on May 1, Associated Press reports Deputy Foreign Minister Ganetaky delivering a formal speech. The Soviet government says it does not seek a break with Great Britain and is willing to confer, but rejects Curzon's ultimatum. A resolution denounces Britain and declares Russia ready to meet with armed force any nation that threatens its independence.
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Associated Press
Great Britain
Lord Curzon
BM. Ganetaky
Russia
Two Other Envoys Arrive on Steamer
New York May 11 Spain shows prosperity with full employment while Cyrus E Woods resigns to serve in Spain as envoy. George Washington carries American envoy to Japan as well. Alanson B. Houghton returns to duty as ambassador to Germany for a four week vacation.
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Spain
Cyrus E Woods
Greenaburg
George
Washington
Japan
Alfonso
Deauville
Germany
enfd
Alanson B. Houghton
Cornlog
ambaasador
Bhother
George Washington
Mr. Houghton
Golf Club Planned at Knightstown Lake Resort
Plans were completed for a nine hole golf course at Knightstown Lake summer resort near Indianapolis. Forty members have joined the club with lots sold to readers of The Indianapolis Star, and membership includes automatic eligibility. The course sits on nearly 48 acres, features blue grass greens, and will be ready for play within weeks after surveys.
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Indianapolis
Toagapenois Star
ayaon
rensiraton
plana
mole club
Indianapoli
Knightatoen lake
lota
Star
Worley and Hinton to stay in Crim Court investigations
Clawle M. Worley special investigator for the county prosecutor and Grover Hinton a police patrolman, will remain on investigations despite mayoral orders. Judge Collins will require Hinton to continue until pending work is finished, while Worley is expected to resign from the police role as the county council creates a new investigator position.
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Grover Hinton
dames .A. Cotligs
ow Shank
Worley
Hinton
jWas
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George W. Coffin
Coffin-Qodaon
William H. Freeman
Republican
Fred Drinkut
Rikhoff
Jude Callins
Hubert Newby
Ed Schubert
Collins
Wortley
county Council
police department
Criminal court
Indiana Firms Get Overcharge Refund
The Interstate Commerce Commission awarded reparations from the Baltimore & Ohio railroad to several Indiana firms. Terre Haute Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Company received 17 222 94, Indiana Board and Filer Company 41 817 58, and Dyer Packing Company 924 29 for unreasonable freight rates on coal shipments from Indiana mines to Vincennes and Terre Haute while the railroad was under government operation.
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Interstate commerce commission
Baltimore & Ohio railroad
Indiana
Terre Haute, Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Company
Indiana Board and Filer Company
Dyer Packing Company
Vincenner and
Terre Haute
Ind
Baltimore & QGhlo
Ferree Haute ind
tenetfon company
Sullivan county
Tis
R. B. Cowpatick
Indiana Chamfeur of Commerce
traction company
nne
Ilwan
toMclain
Henry Lane Wilson Replies to Critics of Harding Plan
Henry Lane Wilson ex-minister to Mexico spoke at a National Paper Box Manufacturers banquet in Rochester. He argued world court proposals fit within a broader aim of peaceful internationalism, defended US participation, and urged practical steps toward tribunal formation. The event closed the convention with music, monologues, and awards, with officers re-elected and delegates voting on board positions.
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Henry Lane Wilson
United States
Mexico
Hallvaret levi
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Riley
Claypool
National
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Wilton
league of Nations
international tribunal
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Previden
Harry O. Alderman
Rochester
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amen Le Kaiten
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towers
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A. (. Barry
Fort Wayne
Ind
George OU. Silmgerlund
Mechanicaville
Joseph YH. Perry
Cambridge
Mass
Waldeck
Jersey City
N. J
W. B. Dickerson
Nanhylike
Tenn
John ©. Rydar
ceat
Crcaze
Dick Miller
Indianapolis
City Truat Company
van kiven
Merle Sidener
Missing Indianap lis secretary vanishes in Buffalo case
Miss Sadie McGroarty secretary to the Indianapolis park board vanished after leaving Indianapolis for Buffalo. Police, deputy sheriffs and state troops scour western New York as relatives report she left with $10 and has not been heard from since. Hotel baggage remained at the Buffalo hotel where she registered. CONTINUED ON PAGE THREE.
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norwin
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Jewett ad
Indictment News Tells of Social Letters Scam
New York May 11 a district attorney announces an indictment against George Maxwell president of the American Society of Composers Authors and Publishers over a vicious scheme sending anonymous letters to prominent people and their families. The probe has gathered 157 letters and questioned over 100 persons as more leads unfold across Europe. Maxwell, in London, denies writing any anonymous letters while others linked to the scheme face possible extradition.
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Banton
George Maxwell
Amerycan Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
jelates
Maxwell
athl
Berémudus
bia
Alan A. Ryan
Thoman Portun
ryan
Benton
John Drew
Albert Gallatin
thin city
Enrico Caruadi
John B. Sterran
JL. HR
Fulddelphis
wort
Charles M. Billings
the
Guarantee Trust Company
Willian
Butler Duncan
Battanauld
Europe
William Maxwell
Edinburgh
Scotland
Stures
London
Allan A. Ryan Probes Lounger Plot Over Attack Claims
Allan A. Ryan initiates an inquiry after receiving a letter that questions his wife’s character. The investigation uncovers a broad scheme by well to do loungers to spread trouble through scurrilous accusations.
Krasgine to Fly From Moscow to London for Talks
Leonti Krasgine, Soviet trade agent, will fly from Moscow to London Saturday to negotiate a settlement of disputes between England and Russia. His party includes two secretaries and will travel via Berlin. The visit is expected to prompt expulsion of Roskfat trade commissioners from London.
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LONDON
Universel Service
Leonti Krasgine
Jeaxex
Moscow
Daily Express
England
Russia
Berlin
Ford to Be Banker Wall Street Hears
New York May 11 Henry Ford could use his vast cash reserves to establish a nationwide banking system tied to Ford Motor Company deposits. Bankers say he has the money and the plan could deploy twenty banks, with deposits from car buyers supporting operations and expanding access to better returns. If adopted, deposits of five dollars a week could fund car payments and bank deposits concurrently.
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at & chorus
Henry Freeman
fim corporation
Florence Bussey
Freeman
Miami
Frs
agenta inllegal
Universal Service
Henry Ford
motor king
Wall Street
Ford
Ford Motor Company
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