Chicago voters flock to polls in chaotic primary
Chicago APR 10 AP reports 60,004 votes cast by 1 pm with estimates of 860,000 to 400,000 total in the city for a record primary turnout. Amid clashes and ballot stuffing fears, police and detectives deployed. State's Attorney Crowe, Deneen ties, and Verdon arrest headline the political scene as crews photograph voters to curb repetition. A Lawrence high meeting of principals and supervisors is set for 4 pm.
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Wheat condition in Washington declines on April 1
The Agriculture Department reports winter wheat condition at 68.8 percent of normal as of April 1, down 17.2 points from December 1. This follows 84.4 percent a year ago and 81.9 average, with a larger drop than the ten year average between December 1 and April 1.
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Farmers Attack Hoover as Farm Record Criticized
A group of six farm leaders published a pamphlet accusing Herbert Hoover of misrepresenting his farm record and harming farmers. The statement, titled report of farmers' committee on the farm record of Herbert Hoover, lists Charles S. Weller J H Kimble Robert M Crowder C Hoff Ralph Snyder and Mrs W S Doak as drafters. They urge a clear farm relief stance from the commerce secretary and oppose Hoover as a farmers friend candidate.
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President Coolidge criticizes Jones bill on flood control
President Coolidge says the Jones bill as amended by the House committee risks enormous costs, over 1.5 billion dollars, and creates holes for injury claims. He argues the plan shifts flood control expenditures from the army engineers and burdens the federal government while protecting certain interests and local bonds.
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Election Box Score Today Is Revealing
Chicago April 10 AP The citys primary opened with a rush to the polls under a blue sky. Official box score at noon shows violence limited. Slain none Bombed none Shot one Kidnapped four Beaten three Hoodlums active four Arrested four. Unofficial reports claim police seized Deneen faction workers without charges. Gertan Flier Dead in Car Crash
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Bribes Alleged in Sinclair Fall Case Begin Trial
Washington April 10 AP government charges Harry F Sinclair paid Albert B Fall a total of 293000 dollars as bribes in deals said to be linked to a ranch sale and secrecy surrounds four payments. Star witness Everhart testified about transferring 233000 dollars in Liberty bonds and a 1922 plan to sell a third ranch interest noting Sinclair’s name as a possibility. Other witnesses included First National Bank of Pueblo officers detailing bond purchases and financial transactions. Senate Teapot Dome probe also announced to resume next Tuesday with Miller and Bambly witnesses.
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Ouster suit filed against Kansas City gas firm by AG
North T. Gentry attorney general filed ouster proceedings against Industrial Gas Company in Kansas City. The suit, supported by Kansas City Gas Company through W. C. Scarritt and R. R. Brewster and C H May of St. Joseph, challenges the franchise ordinance validity and claims investments in gas distribution would raise costs and reduce service. It alleges the franchise grant to the Kinorop-Coombra group allowed 180 days for acceptance and that a second ordinance was voted by the council before the expiration of the time limit.
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First State Delegation Chosen at K U for Mock Convention
Illinois group led by Leon Buehring selects 61 delegates to attend the mock political convention at the University on April 25. Forty five states and three countries are represented. Rodney Baxter is related to Illinois House leader O E Arnold, who backs Lowden. Other state delegation chairmen are still being chosen.
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Senators Lose Opener to Red Sox 7 5 in Boston
President Coolidge watched as the Washington Senators fell 7 to 5 to the Boston Red Sox in the opening American League game. Joe Judge led with doubles and three singles, while MacFayden and Hofmann pitched for Boston and Tate for Washington.
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Lawrence to film home talent two reel comedy
Charles C Fetty former Universal director in Hallwood California and Lawrence searches for five locals to star in a home made two reel comedy titled A Day in Hollywood. The Journal World and Glen W Dickenson Enterprises back the project with Bowersock and Varsity theatres. Fetty will select the cast this week with a leading woman and hero among the principals. Filming will take about a week across Lawrence with locations including Massachusetts Street. The film aims for a late April Rowersco screen showing for three or four days.
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Ohio Night Riders a Klan Band in Court Testimony
In federal court Dayton witness J R Ramsey a former Klan member described the Night Riders as organized to burn churches bomb and execute “justice” on offenders. He testified a Klan chief ordered killings and recalled a planned murder near Bellaire halted by Bronson. Other testimony cited 1924 Niles deputy sheriffs Klansmen enforcing terror.
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Re elect George Marble Kansas City meeting AP
George W Marble editor of the Fort Scott Tribune was re elected president of the Kansas Associated Press editorial association at a meeting here Ralph Harris publisher of the Ottawa Herald was re elected vice president Twenty newspapers were represented as plans were discussed to gather returns of the Kansas primary and general elections A resolution expressed confidence in Frank P Maclennan as a director of the AP The editors were entertained at luncheon by W Laurence Dickey publisher of the Kansas City Journal
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Delegates Shift Across States in Presidential Contest
Washington April 10 AP Delegates moved toward nominees as state and territorial party meetings gave Hoover and Smith partial support. Rhode Island backed 13 delegates to commerce secretary, Hawaii's territorial convention allotted two to Hoover, Manila reports say Philippine delegates now lean Hoover. Utah selected 16 Houston delegates with half votes, while Smith’s backers hoped for straight instructed delegation.
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Ex Governor Haskell named temporary chairman of state convention
Ex governor Charles N Haskell was selected as temporary chairman at the Democratic state convention in Oklahoma City. The move signaled a coalition between state administration forces and Smith presidential supporters. A rival faction opposed by a group dubbed attractors aimed to back Mose Anderson for the post.
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Milk price revision discussed by Douglas County producers
The Douglas County Milk Producers Association met at the Chamber of Commerce to discuss revising milk prices as the current contract with distributors expires May 1. No action was taken. a later called meeting may set definite plans, with mixed views among producers and distributors on lowering prices.
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Pork Industry Gain Prompts London Reform Speech
In London the Pork Industry is to be rebranded as the Pig Industry under the agriculture and fisheries ministry. Sir Alfred Mond will push focus on pig production, marketing methods, and home trade requirements amid debates on boosting home pork and bacon production. Australians continue a brace fashion, preferring braces over belts.
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Farmer Bill PEE Fails To Conform Says President
President Coolidge says the McNary Haugen farm relief bill does not conform to his constitutional views. He criticizes numerous provisions and cites the equalization fee as a chief defect. He urges Congress to adopt relief measures along lines he has long advocated in messages and public talks.
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Douglas County Youth Conference Across Sunday Schedule
A full day program for the Douglas County Young People's conference is set for Sunday, April 1, with Roy Burkhart as principal speaker. Speakers include Bruce Fallmain and J. Daniels. delegates from all churches will attend. Activities run from 9:45 AM worship at the Methodist church to 6:30 PM union meeting, with multiple talks and group sessions across Plymouth Congregational and Baptist churches. University students are urged to attend, some having joined Lake Geneva camp retreats with Burkhart.
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Indian affairs case targets Coffeyville lawyers in Barnett matter
Topeka April 10 AP The United States District Court in Fort Scott Kansas heard a equity complaint against Harold C McGuin and William McGugin Investment Co of Coffeyville alleging they coordinated with Karelia McGugin to siphon funds from Jackson Barnett a wealthy Creek Indian. The government claims about 150000 was collected under a 25 percent share and sought court orders to reveal details of Barnett financing and investments tied to his white wife Anna Laura Barnett and others involved in the divorce dispute.
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Rally Drives Stock Gains as Orders Support Renewed Demand
In New York on April 10, last minute buying spurred by orders lifted trading. Wright Aeronautical jumped from 113.24 to 122.25 while New York Central closed at 177.50 as total volume topped 4,000,000 shares. Ticker quotes extended into the half hour. University commencement committee meets Thursday at 4 30 p m to plan June events with several items remaining.
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Lawrence Music Festival Plans Discussed By Chamber
Lawrence Chamber hears talks on the fifth annual Music Festival to be staged this fall. Chancellor E H Lindley expresses confidence in growth of music education in the state, while Dean D M Sweeney and Mayor R C Rank outline the festival as a civic and university project. Tickets and community support are emphasized to assure a successful, progressive program.
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Sixteen Schools Compete In Lawrence Grain Contest
Sixteen high schools sent teams to the Lawrence High Ag Club grain judging contest held in the Lawrence High School gym. The event ran smoothly with Washburn, Manhattan, Wellsville, Auburn, Shawnee, Taganoxie, Ottawa, Fairview, Ve nce, Oskaloosa, Lingood, Se Westmoreland, Carbondale, New Springs, and Frankfort represented. Lawrence High listed Ernest Pine Lloyd Fine Raymond Standing Wilfred Pine Russell Houk Elvin Ping as participants. results to be announced tomorrow.
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