Senate and House approve day enforcement bill
Washington May 15 AP the first administration bill for prohibition enforcement won approval from both chambers and awaits final differences resolution before White House action. Senate amendments set July 1 effectiveness and joint Treasury Justice supervision over industrial alcohol permits. McBride denies backing home brew under Volstead law.
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W E Roosevelt Taken by Death
New York May 1 1928 W Emlen Roosevelt cousin of Theodore Roosevelt dies at 73 at his Fifth Avenue home He had been ill and died at 650 am He was a member of Roosevelt and Son chairman of American Cabies and held director posts in many bodies He and Christine Kean married In 1928 he donated land near Oyster Bay for a bird sanctuary to the National Audubon Society Several Roosevelt estates lie nearby
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Veteran Confederate veteran jailed for home brew alcohol
August Buttner, 80, a Confederate veteran, was sentenced in Little Rock municipal court to 30 days in jail after officers testified to finding him intoxicated among about 250 bottles of home brew. The May 14 AP report notes the conviction followed police testimony and the possession of liquor.
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Weather update forecasts rain and cooler temperatures
Tennessee forecast calls for increasing clouds with possible showers tonight and Friday, bringing cooler conditions. Virginia to be cloudy or partly cloudy tonight and Friday with slightly cooler air in the north, light west to northwest winds. Previous day temperatures and rainfall are noted, with a measured 0.5 inches of rain reported in one location.
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Tariff Bill Fate Hinge on Coalition Senate Split
Washington May 15 The fate of the tariff bill rests on whether the Senate Democratic Independent Republican coalition can muster a majority to approve or reject an amendment revoking the president’s emergency power to alter import duty rates. Conference impasse threatens passage as Republicans weigh opposing the coalition’s move or granting it and then opposing the conference report if the amendment is kept.
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Wheelock Guilty Killing Lovelace
Sam M. Wheelock of Johnson City was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Jim Lovelace. A jury verdict came in late yesterday in Jonesboro Tennessee with Wheelock facing a two to five year sentence. Attorneys planned a motion for a new trial as testimony showed Lovelace attempting to force his way into Wheelock's Johnson City apartment.
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Bishop Gannon faces stock market charge trial
Dallas AP May 15 A Methodist Episcopal Church South Episcopacy committee voted to bring Bishop James Gannon of Washington DC to trial on a stock market speculation charge. Committee kept details secret while delaying final vote until tomorrow's meeting and report presentation.
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Dallas Bishop Cleared in 1928 Political Probe
Exonerated bishop Cannon of undue political activity faced renewed complaints from delegates to the Methodist Episcopal Church South general conference. A lengthy episcopacy committee session reviewed stock market speculation allegations, with Carmon testifying while reading photostatic documents. The panel backed the political activities of five bishops and adjourned to Friday for further discussion.
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1930 Census Figures Highlight City Population Changes
The report shows Quinty Mass 71,95?, increase 24,089 or 34.3 percent. Brockton Mass 63,695, decrease 2,559 or 3.8 percent. Buffalo N Y revised 572,913, increase 6,138 or 13.05 percent. Hartford Conn 161,32¢, increase 23,288 or 16.79 percent. Oakland Calif 284,213, increase 67,952 or 31.42 percent. Jackson Mus 48,298, increase 25,481 or 111.79 percent.
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Marines Fight In Nicaragua Again War Report
In northern Nicaragua United States marines and the national guard have resumed aggressive action against bandits. Six engagements from May 6 to May 12 left sixteen bandits dead, all wearing red hat bands as insignia. Officials note no centralized bandit leader. Rumors of Augusto Sandino’s return are investigated while the cabinet extends the state of siege in several departments.
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British guard against raids on the salt depots
Dharasana India May 15 AP Police nip ped in the bud Mrs Sarojini Naidu civil disobedience leadership as she and volunteers began a salt depot raid. Police concentrated to prevent the raid and orders barred gatherings near salt depots. Lakshmi Pathi, Madras social worker, was sentenced to one year for leading a demonstration. Continued on page six.
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American Girls Presented to King George in London
Eight American girls curtseyed to King George at Buckingham Palace as 800 guests from many nations attended the first court of the season. Queen Mary wore blue silver brocade with Koh-i-noor diamond while the Prince of Wales, recently returned from Africa, attended with Princess Mary. Tonight nine more American women, seven matrons, will receive the same honor.
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Census drive urged in Kingsport Times appeal
The Kingsport Times asks residents not yet visited by census takers to fill and return or mail the census form to H. S. Smythe in Bristol. People may come to The Times office to fill it out. The plea stresses every person must be counted for Kingsport’s welfare and urges prompt action before the short open period ends.
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Reds Launch Real House Has Tough Attacks in China
In Hankow a Reds assault on Simakow and nearby Hanchwan left hundreds dead and looted property. Simakow burned as 3,000 attackers besieged Hanchwan. garrison of 300 short of ammunition. Missionaries evacuated before invaders. In Washington a House quorums drama over a minor agriculture bill led to arrests of absentee members including Speaker Longworth, then a restaurant dash and final action to morrow. Also Honolulu report: one airman died, twelve rescued from a Maui Oahu flight. Staff Sergeant Joe Becker among the crew.
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Husband Equal to Wife Under Divorce Laws
North Carolina Supreme Court rules that divorce statutes for abandonment cruelty and indignities apply to husbands and wives alike. Ira Brewer’s divorce from Cora Brewer upheld after jury found repeated domestic violence including ice pick injuries thrown scalding water and removal of belongings in 1928. Justice Clarkson notes the statute’s language grants equal rights to men and women.
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London navy pact Congress hearing reviewed treaty merits
Two U S admirals offered split views on the London naval treaty before Senate committees. Rear Admiral Hilary Jones criticized classifications and speed limits while Admiral Pratt endorsed the agreement, saying the American delegation secured the best possible settlement. Jones argued Britain sought to curb U S strength in eight inch cruisers and questioned implications for France and Italy.
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