Wartime Grafters Probe Sparks House Action Reconsideration
Fragmentary report shows a wartime probe debate with administration leaders and representatives across states. The text mentions reconsidering previous action, a probe into grafters, and political maneuvering as votes and speeches unfold.
Dope Upset by Early Results in the Majors
By Billy Evans Washington’s one month of American League play marks a surprising setback. Expectations of a strong season fade as pitching falters while hitters struggle, with Watter Johnson hindered by illness and spring training gaps. Recruits show more promise as Roger Teckinpaugh and other veterans stagger, yielding a puzzling and wide swing in form.
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Balk call stops play. runners advance only after balk
When an umpire calls a balk the play is suspended. Base runners may advance, but any further action by pitcher and batter is ignored. The only valid consequence is runners advancing to the next base, as play becomes impossible after balk.
Pulse of Business Rents Drop and Building Boom Rise
Rents paid by wage earners show a 21.4 percent decrease since last November, per the National Industrial Conference Board. The report notes 50 000 plus earners now average about 65 percent above prewar levels, with building activity expanding two thirds from a year ago. April contracts in 27 northeastern states reach a record 358.192 million, while fewer business failures persist and corporations issue bonds ahead of maturities. Auto output remains high with shipments around 30 thousand carloads monthly, and railroads post March net operating income of 83.51 million despite heavy equipment purchases. Africa features 40 miles of railway.
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TIZ for Tender Feet ReliefHeadline
A mis-spelled ad touts TIZ as a cure for tired sore feet promising instant relief from burning swelling and pain. It claims shoes will feel looser and feet will stop hurting and swollenness ends with a box bought at stores.
Constance Talmadge Granted Interlocutory Divorce
Los Angeles actress Constance Talmadge was granted an interlocutory decree of divorce from John Pialogiou a New York miller on grounds of mental cruelty. No answer was filed. A separate anecdote notes a preacher omitting hell in a sermon and a witty response from a listener.
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John Pialogion
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University spends double the money paid by students
Northwestern University President Dil Scott warns of growing education costs outpacing student fees. He notes the university runs on three dollars spent per student for every one dollar paid, with deficits rising as enrollment grows, despite benefactors and efficiency.
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Dil Scott
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Stearns Electric Rat and Roach Paste Exterminates Pests
Infested homes plagued by rats mice cockroaches waterbugs or ants can be cleared in a night with Stearns Electric Paste. Portable ready to use powder that outperforms traps. Directions provided in 15 languages. 15 oz tube priced at 1.50 with money back guarantee.
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