Two Slayers Executed at Kentucky Prison and Reprieves
Kentucky prison witnesses report two condemned men died in the electric chair while two others were reprieved at the last minute. Governor Sampson halted further executions after late-night hearings, sparing Lloyd Williams John Keller and James Grigsby while Warder Ratcliffe and Edmonds died after multiple shocks.
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Kentucky
Modyville
Wacy
J. JL. Hughett
Sampson
Lloyd Williams
John Keller
James Grigsby
Vallard Jr. Rateide
Richard Edmonds
Western State Penitentiary
Grigsby
Breard
Op Wits. Hoa
Helen Officially Becomes Queen of Romania
Princess Helen of Greece, former wife of King Carol III and mother of Prince Michael, becomes Queen Helen of Romania after the official decree in the Gazette. Crown plans discussed, possible coronation as early as October, with Michael’s future status kept in view amid ongoing procedures. Carol, Elisabeth, and Nicholas attended the ceremony along with military and government officials.
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Bucharest
Rumania
Helen
Greece
Carol III
Michael
Helo
Carol
Aes
NOL Sd
Marie
Orient
Munich
Oberammergat
Elisabeth
Prince Nicholas
End of Gang Rule Calls Rise Across Chicago Papers
Chicago papers cry for end of gang rule as police face criticism for crime handling. Indignation spreads from ministers to churches as officials announce campaigns against crime. Authorities note many arrests but few tied to actual gangsters. Newspaper editors condemn the murder of Alfred J. Lingle and pledge coordinated civic action.
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Chicago
Alfred
Jake) Lingle
Srthune
Chicago Crime Commission
Phillip Yarrow
Yarrow
Chicago Federation of Churches
Doha
John Thompson
First Methodist Church
Flag City
Alfred J. Lingle
Segrave Killed in Racing Boat Accident
Sir Henry O Segrave renowned speed king died after his speed boat Miss England 31 capsized at Windermere. He suffered fractures and shock from the crash while testing the craft, with two companions injured and a mechanic missing in the sinking. He was 35 and had aimed to win the international Detroit trophy this summer.
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Windermerr
Segrave
E. Halliwell
M. J. Willcocks
Sir Henry
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Lobby probes pass buck to Senate on Cannon case
Washington reporters note the Senate lobby committee will take no action against Bishop James Cannon Jr for refusing to answer questions. Senator Walsh abandons proposed Senate authority to question Cannon about 1928 anti-Smith activities. Blaine’s bid to compel Cannon’s testimony is defeated 4 to 1.
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Senate
Washington
PJI
James Cannon
Walsh
Montana
Lown
Senate Lobby Committee
James Cannon, Jr
Slaying of Negro Auditor Believed Solved
Indianapolis police said the slaying of Ed ward Pierson, Negro auditor of the National Baptist Convention, may be solved with arrests of Rev. J. I. Westbrook and George Washington in Indianapolis and Nashville. Townsend, a Nashville official, was arrested and released on bond after confessing a March payment to Washington but denying involvement in the murder.
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Indianapolis
D. Pierson
Chicago
National Baptist Convention
Nashville, Tenn
J. I. Westbrook
Inedianapolis
George Washington
Snattsburg
Ind
Pierson
Nashville
Negro Baptist Convention Loan Fund
Townsend
Washington
City Prison
Westbrook
Edward D. Pierson, Jr
Tenn
A. M. Townsend
Baptist Sunday School Publishing Board
Edward Pierson
Indiana
B. J. F. Westbrook
Legge Nominated for Second Term in Grain Board Controversy
Washington reports the Senate faces a debate over the grain board after nominating Alexander Legge to a second term as chairman. Criticism centers on the board’s $500 million revolving fund and its impact on competition and private interests. Also nominated were C. C. Teague to a second term and W. Cameron Forbes as ambassador to Japan.
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Washington
Federal
Darm Boards
Senate
Alexander H. Leave $4
United States
Legge
White House
C. C. Teague
California
W. Cameron Forbes
Boston
Japan
Teague
Code Commission Seeks Changes To State Laws In 1930s Report
Tennessee code commission proposes raising homestead exemption from 1000 to 2000 and converting personal property exemptions to a monetary allowance. Other recommendations include broader lien registration, tighter lien releases, faster circuit court trials, and simplifying criminal procedure. Also urged repeal of 1839 40 embezzlement escape provision amid panic era concerns.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
UPI
Tennessee Code Commission
Tennessee
Samuel C. Williams
Johnson City
Tennessee Bar Association
Association
William L. Frierson
Stimson Flays Pact Opponents in London Treaty Push
Secretary Stimson assailed opponents of the London naval treaty during a radio address and Senate Foreign Relations Committee sessions. He called the agreement a major victory for peace and a step toward Kellogg Briand pact vitality, criticizing naval officers and praising Admiral William V. Pratt for backing the pact.
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Washington
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Great Britain
Japan
Stimson
Stinson
Senate
William V. Pratt
Congress Hopes Adjournment Near After Tariff Controversy
Congress aims to adjourn within a week as the tariff dispute presses toward a finish. Hoover to call the London naval treaty session immediately. Senate first tackles rivers and harbors, then veterans relief. House and Senate may seek conference until December. Muscle Shoals dispute set aside for next session. Final action on the second deficiency appropriation bill may end congressional work.
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Washington
Senate
Hoover
House
Johnson
Commerce Committee
Veterans Relief
Han Iver
Muscle Shoals
Alabama
Congress
Tariff Bill Passes Senate By Narrow Margin
The Senate approved the Hawley Smoot tariff bill by 44 to 48 with five Democrats voting yes. The measure, a conference compromise replacing Fordney McCumber, would raise about 630 million dollars and cover 3 218 items with 32 percent changed. House action and Hoover’s review before signing follow, with pledges of study and possible approval.
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House
Hoover
Senate
Tankers Corp Asks Damages In Pinthis Sinking Case
In New York City a federal suit by Lake Tankers Corp. seeks 350000 for the oil tanker Pinthis lost after a June 24 collision off Boston with Merchants and Miners Transportation Co. The Fairfax valued at 1450000 when built 1926 may limit recovery if liability is capped.
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New York
Lake Tankers Corp
Pinthis
Merchants and Miners Transportation Company
Fairfax
Boston
Mallory and Company
New York District
United States Court
Merchants and Miners Line
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Edmonds
Guim
Williams Andix
Phat Hadi
Ferdinand
Virgil D. Pointer
Topeka
Kan
Roy Kanter
Concern
Pointer
Louis H. Kimmel
Kramer
Blaine
Caraway
Oklahoma
Jane
Walton
W. B.pine
Carol Rea Rganizes
Code Commission
MEET
Committee of Jurisprudence and Law Reform
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Pitt
University of Fittsburgh
K. Colston Warne
W. Ellison Chalmers
Civion
Liberal Club
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