Washington Heat Wave Tops 103 as East Endures 100
Heat across the eastern seaboard spiked with New York reporting 99 degrees and Washington reaching 103.2, as officials warned against water waste amid drought fears. Deaths surpassed 30 in NY, Philadelphia, Baltimore areas with numerous prostrations. relief forecast for the Midwest.
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Heat relief in Kentucky as 21 degree drop seen
Louisville on July 22 reports a 21 degree temperature drop and a cooling wind easing the heat wave for Kentuckians. Forecasters promise only scattered thundershowers with generally cool and fair conditions, leaving drought relief uncertain for crop growers.
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Break Predicted for Heat Wave By Thunder Showers
Washington July 22 AP forecast a break in the oppressive heat wave within 24 hours. The weather bureau indicated thunderstorms likely in the Ohio Valley Tennessee lower Lake region and the middle and north Atlantic states with scattered showers possible Wednesday in the north. Continued on page six.
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Bethlehem Board Bonus Figures Surface In Merger Probe
In Youngstown, attorneys for Cyrus Eaton presented Bethlehem Steel executives bonus amounts for 1929 and the first half of 1930 as part of a court challenge to the Youngstown Sheet and Tube Bethlehem merger. Eugene Grace and several Bethlehem vice presidents are listed with large bonus totals, while other officers shared in a sizable 1929 payout.
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1930 Census Figures Boise Idaho July 22
Boise data shows Idaho population at 433872 with Valley county missing, up about 2000 from ten years prior. National and state figures listed include Schenectady New York 95656 up 6933, Salem Ohio 10607 up 302, Pottsville Pennsylvania 24276 up 2400, South Carolina 1732271 up 48547, Vermont revised 359092 up 6664.
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One plane drops out of All American Air Derby
At Roosevelt Field New York seventeen planes remain as Lee Gehbach leading in a Little Rock entry drops out after a short run. He aims to fly nonstop to Cincinnati at about ten twenty three E T and to double his early 23 minute lead. Herman Hamer of Chicago is second away followed by L R Bayless of Springfield Massachusetts.
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Heatendures as Eastern States Face Severe Thunderstorms
Washington reports intense heat across the eastern states with forecasts of violent thunderstorms and potential power outages. Officials urge residents to stay hydrated and heed heat advisories while meteorologists monitor developing storm cells.
Senate Ratifies Naval Treaty Amid Senate Vacation
The London naval treaty won Senate approval by 58 to 9 after nineteen months of sessions. The Norris reservation was adopted to show no modification by secret documents. Opposition from Johnson Moses and Hale centered on cruiser clauses and eight and six inch gun ships. Critics faulted withholding confidential negotiation papers from committees. The chamber adjourned sine die and will reconvene in December for a short session.
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London naval treaty signed by Hoover in White House
The London naval limitations treaty will be signed today at about 3 o'clock by President Hoover in the White House east room. The pact limits fighting craft for the United States, Great Britain, and Japan and was ratified by the Senate. Secretaries Stimson and Adams and Senators Reed of Pennsylvania and Robinson of Arkansas will witness, with Morrow and Dawes abroad.
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Weather Rain and Cooler in Tennessee and Virginia
Local thunder showers expected in Tennessee this afternoon or tonight with cooler temperatures tonight. Virginia will see partly cloudy skies with scattered thundershowers or cooler tonight, followed by generally fair and cooler conditions Wednesday. High yesterday 97, low 66. rain 0.04 inch yesterday. Readings from 6:30 p.m. daily by C. L. Bunn, U.S.W.O.
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New York Urges Avoiding Word Jake in Poison Liquor News
In New York on July 22 a report notes the slang term jake linked to Jamaica ginger as a paralytic drink. It says two medical products use the trade name Jake and urges newspapers not to employ the word in poison liquor stories.
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Nashville Railway Seeks to End Passenger Runs
The Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis railroad petitioned the railroad and public utilities commission for authority to discontinue all passenger service between Sparta and Clifty and between Sparta and Ravenscroft. Mixed passenger and freight service has been maintained between these points. A date for a hearing has not been set.
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MacDonald Talks To Young Today
San Francisco July 22 The fourteenth anniversary of the preparedness day bombing that killed ten and led to the imprisonment of Thomas J Mooney and Warren K Billings looms as Governor C C Young weighs clemency. Chief witness John MacDonald, who says he was coached to identify the pair, seeks a discussion with the governor as Billings seeks executive clemency while the supreme court hears the new petition. The governor has previously denied pardons. the court issued an advisory opinion unfavorable to pardon.
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Paddy Harmon Killed in Chicago Crash
Patrick J Harmon known as Paddy, builder of the Chicago stadium and sports promoter, died after his car left the road and overturned on a trip from Crystal Lake. wife May Harmon and Dr E J Brand were seriously injured. Brand's injuries undetermined at first.
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Paddy) Harmon
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Legge Attacks Farm Board Opposition Over Wheat Policy
Washington July 22 AP Chairman Legge of the Farm Board says opposition to the boards wheat policy is a political bank that caused farmers economic hardship. He vows to report to President Hoover on progress of a plan to cut wheat acreage and urges cooperation from farmers in the winter wheat belt amid calls for reduced production to prevent lower prices.
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Senate adjourns without Hoover nominees action
Washington Senate adjourns without acting on President Hoover's nomination for a new federal power commission and for the vice governorship of the Philippines. No confirmation vote taken as sessions end.
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Campbell charged with Baker murder in Arlington
Herbert M. Campbell of Arlington real estate dealer stood charged with murder in the death of Mary Baker, a young government employee. Arlington Commonwealth Attorney Gloth stated Campbell is guilty, while Campbell denied involvement and claimed he did not know the victim. Police say the gun was in Campbell possession, with Barrere previously at focus before Campbell became the lead suspect. Mary Baker was last seen in Washington on April 11 and found near Arlington National Cemetery the next day.
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Harold Brewster
Burkhart Sentenced to Death for Actress Wife Killing
William Burkhart received a death sentence in Los Angeles for staging the shooting of his film actress wife Ann McKnight Burkhart. Superior Judge McComb set no execution date, ruling yesterday after Burkhart was convicted last week of shooting his estranged wife Walter at his bungalow for an attempted reconciliation.
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All candidates now in field to continue races
In Tennessee the August 7 Democratic primaries narrow to two choices in three races and four in the long senatorial contest after withdrawals by Benton McMillan and George Dunn. Ex-governor Horton and Gwinn head the lone gubernatorial race as other offices see unopposed or minor contests.
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C. Arthur Bruce
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Harry T. Burn
Sweetwater
J. W. Stone
Rockwood
Harvey H. Hannah
Oliver Springs
F. Todd Meacham
Chattanooga
Paul E. Divine
Johnson City
Hull
Birth of a son for Skeets Gallagher couple
The stage and screen couple Mr and Mrs Skeets Gallagher welcomed a baby boy announced yesterday. Mrs Gallagher, formerly Fauline Mason, becomes mother to their newborn.
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