Muscle Shoals bill passes after long filibuster
Senator Tydings and others spoke through the night as the Norris Marin Muscle Shoals conference report won final congressional approval by a 211 to 116 vote in the House. The Senate adopted the conference report after McKellar's prolonged effort and a daylong standoff, ending the all night debate.
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Newbraska
Millionaire Jones Enters Democratic Presidential Arena
Houston publisher and Democratic treasurer eH. Jones has been drawn into the presidential contest as Texas delegates, 40 votes, likely to be pledged to a dry platform. Admiring supporters say he has become a candidate after the state convention endorsement and the Houston convention linkage.
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Tax Cut Bill Awaits Legislators Action in Congress
Conferees reach a compromise on a $223.5 million tax cut divided mainly to corporations and individuals. A Senate proposal to open income tax returns to public inspection fails. The measure, far above Coolidge limits, aims speedy passage before adjournment with votes in House then Senate. TIMBUCTOO near via air route from Paris in 26 hours as India city eyes French connection.
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Paris
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Unchosen Honor Ruga Amid Vote for Soviet Consul
In Japan, the port city community shows support for Soviet consul M. Kesseler, receiving several votes in the empire wide election for the Japanese diet. The unusual backing highlights foreign influence in domestic political matters.
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M. Kesseler
Coal firm to shut 10 mines to cure industry ill
The Consolidation Coal Company led by John D Rockefeller Jr will close ten mines in Pennsylvania and West Virginia to reduce overproduction. Four Somerset fields mines and six Fairmont field mines will close, affecting about 2,500 workers. Company aims to protect remaining workers and provide replacement housing if needed. The move aligns with policy outlined by George G Anderson at the firm.
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C Consolidation Coal Company
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Robert C. Hill
Somerset
Pennsylvania
Fairmont
West Virginia
Hill
George 4. Anderson
Consolidation Conl Company
Smith and Hoover Show Steady Gain in Time's Voting
Smith gained GR votes yesterday in The Times straw vote election. Hoover leads Smith by 255 with 721 to 468 as totals. Republican and Democratic candidates trail, while O. P. edges at 1,547 votes overall. Horton gains on McAlister in the Democratic gubernatorial primary, with incumbents and others posting shifts throughout the day. Prohibition support increases as votes favor stricter enforcement.
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Chinese Armies Face 100 Mile Battle Line
Across a roughly 100 mile front south of Peking the northern and southern Nationalist armies clashed. The line ran from Tingchow on the Peking Hankow railway east to Kokien fu and Tsangchow on the Tientsin Pukow line. Japan moved forces to Tsangchow to guard the province entrance and others were redirected toward Tientsin north of the line.
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Megan Lloyd George wins first political success in Anglesey
Llangefni Anglesey May 25 AP stormy scenes marked the first political success of Miss Megan Lloyd George daughter of former Premier David Lloyd George yesterday. She hoped to sit beside her father in the House of Commons as the Liberal member from Anglesey division though local differences among Liberal electors caused a noisy scene.
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Wales
Megan Llnyd George
David Lloyd George
House of Commons
Anglesey
Weather Snapshot Virginia and Tennessee Skies Tonight and Saturday
Virginia shows mainly cloudy conditions with showers in the south tonight and a fair warmer Saturday with winds shifting from southwest to northwest. Tennessee mostly fair, with showers possible and warmer in the far east tonight, then fair Saturday. Readings note high yesterday around 75, overnight low near 62, rainfall zero for the period, data from local weather station.
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C. L. Bunn
War on Coolidge Vetoes Reopens in House and Senate
Congress resumes executive legislative clash as three vetoed bills move toward enactment. Oddie post road financing faces override attempt. McNary Haugen farm relief committee weighs bringing it to floor. House passed several vetoed measures, while Senate actions edge toward final votes amid party splits.
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Election Case of Scott County Argued in Bristol
Washington May 25 The senate debated the conference report on a 222 million dollar tax reduction bill. Senator Smoot urged a vote on his plan to strike the provision requiring public inspection of income tax returns, following the end of the Muscle Shoals filibuster.
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Smoot
Utah
Senate Moves to Limit Debate on Tax Bill Amid Filibuster
Washington May 25 Unwilling to risk long debate on the 222 495 000 tax reduction bill the Senate circulated a cloture petition during the Muscle Shoals filibuster to curb discussion when the measure reaches the chamber. The House demanded the Norris amendment to open income tax returns to public inspection and the Senate prepared to invoke a drastic rule requiring 16 signatures and a two thirds vote to adopt. If adopted debate would be limited to one hour per senator.
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Musele
Virginia Labor Federation Concludes Sessions in Norfolk
The Virginia Federation of Labor wraps up its annual convention in Portsmouth with proposals to continue reform of the safety inspectorate law, raise workmen's compensation rates, and address other state legislation. Also heard were AFL proposals for better pay and pensions for government workers. Washington reports House votes to adjourn next Tuesday.
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American Federation of Labor
Schwab Urges Stop Wasteful Hauling To Aid Steel Economy
New York May 25 AP President Charles M Schwab told the American Iron and Steel Institute that eliminating cross hauling and unnecessary transportation could improve economics for the steel industry without wage cuts or price hikes. He urged a dedicated expert committee to study the issue and possibly government supervision. He noted current returns of about 6 percent on a $5 billion investment are too low and costly production cuts are already maxed out. He favored cost reductions and selective price rises while avoiding wage reductions.
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Charles M. Schwab
American Iron and Steel Institute
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Citizenship of Sargent Argued in Virginia Case
The Scott County residency dispute over J F Sargent, GOP candidate in 1927, was heard in Bristol with depositions. Plaintiffs claim Sargent moved to Wise County, led a civic club presidency, paid Wise poll taxes, and voted there, while the defense cites voting residence and Scott county ties. Judge Roberts will rule after reviewing depositions.
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WH. M. Carter
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J. F. Sargentahows
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Ploy S. Roberts
Ezra Carter
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Hagan Bond
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Republican Party
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Roberts
Parachute Brings Down Heavy Plane at TRAGY
In TRAGY California a large parachute brought a grounded plane to earth from about 2200 feet after engine shutdown. Pilot H McKeon released a small parachute. a 72 foot silk canopy unfolded but encountered a failure in the smaller chute. The craft slowed and landed gently after lines tangled.
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