Capper Seeks Tax to Halt Gambling in Grain and Cotton
Senator Capper proposes a 10 percent federal tax to prohibit gambling in grain and cotton futures. The bill, to be introduced in the Senate and House, targets projections by traders and warehouses, seeks to curb board of trade speculation, and imposes penalties including fines and imprisonment for violators.
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Washington
Dieter Caper
Senate
Tineher
Sensper
Jerit Oy
Capper
Chicago
Senator Capper
Oworl
United States
Bears
Trole
Dircus
Maden Arrest and Local Church Session Report
A man named Fons was arrested by police this morning and turned over to the sheriff after an alleged tire theft. An arraignment before Judge Clark was set for this afternoon. The tire was allegedly stolen last October and later used on a garage car before identification by Carter. A Presbyterian Brotherhood class session led by Professor Ww. T Baumeartner is noted at Sunday services. President-elect Harding and his party arrived in Newport News then proceeded to Norfolk. An appeal from a justice court case was filed in Douglas county district court yesterday by Joe Anderson et al against W A Dunmire.
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Charles Foo
C. B. Cox
Judge Clark
Fons
Strobe
Eude
Carter
Origilly
Cox
Ee Brotherhood
Brotherhood
The
Presbyterian Church
Ww. T Baumeartner
Warding Lands
Newport News
Harding
Norfolk
Justice Court
Charles E. Moss
Douglas County District Court
Joe Anderson
W. A.dunmire
Edgar Ray Fetty
Etta Lower
Leavenworth
L. Bele Kennedy
Frank R. Kennedy
H. Wilkins
Robert Robitail
Supreme Court
Anderson
Board of County Commissioners
Derinda Elwell Aeninat
Clyde Stewart
Robert B. Hartman
Shula 'E. Hartman
W. E. Martin
Geo. L. Lown
Fidelity Company
Edelbrock
Weather Kansas Forecast Clear Skies and Warmer West
Kansas forecast shows fair tonight with an expected sunny day tomorrow. Temperatures rise, especially in the west portion tonight remaining mild.
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Kansas
Wilson Seeks Congress Committee for Senate Appointee
President Wilson has informed congressional leaders that he will choose on Monday the committee to be appointed by the Senate and the hen from him. It is not yet made known whether he will deliver his annual message in person.
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Wilson
Congress
Washington
Manda
Senate
All Set for Big Drive of C. of C.
A fragmentary notice signals a planned campaign day morning drive by the Chamber of Commerce, aiming to mobilize significant participation. Details are incomplete, but the event centers on broad community outreach and organizational involvement.
iTEAMS START MONDAY Red Membership Will Greatly se
The article outlines a Monday start for a drive to recruit 200 new members to the Chamber of Commerce. It cites optimism from officers and notes past efforts and anticipated community benefit from expanded membership and engagement.
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Chamber of Commerce
Savibur of Commerce
Open House at the Lawrence YMCA
The Lawrence YMCA invites both women and men to an open house featuring demonstrations in the gymnasium. Attendees can observe athletic stunts by the scouts and various activities staged by the association, with tours of the facilities and progress on gym activities.
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Gilmer
Daniels
Hearsay Evidence Centers On Coal Bribes In Rail Shipping
Washington December 4 Investigation opened by the Interstate Commerce Commission into reports that coal operators bribed railroad employees for shipment priority. Principal witness G L Baker general counsel of a New York coal trade association testified he had hearsay information and cited an assistant US district attorney who said railroad workers earned as much as 830000 yearly from bribes.
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Washington
Inerstate Commerce — Commission
G. L. Baker
Whelpsale Coal Trade Association of New York
Baker
York
United States District Attorney
New York
League amendment seeks to drop Article Ten from covenant
Geneva December 4 The league of nations assembly considered an amendment to remove Article 10 a key covenant provision presented by Canadian justice minister Charles J Dougherty The measure will likely be referred to the committee on amendments Also note tax collections at the county treasurer office totaled 5595 with staff busy issuing taxpayer statements for the county
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Geneva
League of Nations
Mnst
Assembly of Th League
Charles J. Dougherty
Committee On Amendments
WH. McKars
Women Open City Hospital Through Community Effort
Formal opening of the new city hospital in Lawrence marks a community achievement costing about 16000 dollars. The facility, modern and fully equipped, offers dedicated wards and services with funding from Red Cross nursing groups, city taxes, and women’s organizations including DAR, Federation of Women’s Clubs, and the Lawrence Comedy Club.
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Jessie Falley
G M. Falley
Hoxpital
Red Cross
Lawrence Nursing Association
City of
Lawrence
Betty Washington
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Lawrence Comedy Club
Allied note presented to Greeks prompts cautious reaction
On December 4 the allied powers Great Britain France and Italy delivered a final version of their joint note to the Greek government. Ministers Granville de Ritina and Mongna announced the note in Athens. The decision aims to avert public unrest and will be printed in afternoon papers to inform the populace.
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Aa BA
Great Britain
France
Italy
Counirt
Art Granville
M. de Rit
Ina Sionor Mongna
Dece
Rhallis
Deneaievios Gounavan
Calla Cuunei
Rment
Urge Probe Into Action In South
Investigation requested into alleged violations denying colored residents the right to vote in southern states. The NAACP and Rep. W. debasen announce plans to present evidence to a congressional committee showing attempts to suppress Black voters and obstruct registration and voting.
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South
Frigid Republican Move Sought Amid Truce Talks
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a push within a Republican faction for a truce. The text references party unity, a resolve or pledge, and mentions the governor, a county, and a possible Janek event shaping the political landscape.
Mexicans Aligned With Rail Labor Fill Topeka Homes
The Santa Fe railroad hires thousands of Mexican laborers as section hands due to labor shortages. In Topeka the Little Mexico colony swells in winter to about 3,000, then contracts in summer. Many stay in larger cities for economic living, with up to a dozen sharing a room, says Officer Aurutin Alba.
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Mexico
Santa Fe Railroad
Topeka
Little
Aurutin Alba
Aiba
Seeking Roy Holmes Officer Seek Roy Holmes
Police cannot locate Roy Martin wanted for passing bad checks. Martin, posing as connected to insurance, cashed a $75 check at Citizens State Bank then left for Topeka. Nebraska bankers association and Pinkerton agent Lawrence report him active. alleged to have passed worthless checks in Kansas City.
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Roy Martin
Martin
J. R. Holmes
Citizens State Benk
Topeka
Po-Ice
Nebraska State Blankers Association
Pinkerton
Lawrence
Inkertén
Kansas City
Argentina Quits League Assembly Report
Geneva reports that Argentina has ceased participation in the League Assembly. Foreign Minister Pueyrredon sent a note stating the Argentine delegation will withdraw. The notice leaves open whether Argentina withdraws from the league entirely or just the assembly.
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Geneva
Tonvorie Pueyredo
Tae
Norton
J i Assembly
Puey Nate
Argentina
Agentina
Bond issues register shows November totals in Topeka
In Topeka Kansas December 4 bonds recorded by the state auditor reflect November activity. Internal improvement bonds and county road bonds are noted, with substantial totals and mentions of paving and road projects tied to local funding and constitutional amendments. The fragmented text references Topeka and county road bonds around $294,000 and ongoing infrastructure spending.
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Topeka
Kam
Ransar
Vien
Kar
Istere
Campaign fundraising figures amid deficit claims in national panel
The report outlines campaign fundraising figures, noting a candidate pledging to raise funds and detailing totals presented on a national Republican panel. It mentions specific amounts tied to the campaign and related fundraising pledges, with references to campaign officers and contributing entities.
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Metter
Republican
Kar Q. O. Ti
Kimsas
Republic Kane
President Harding Returns in Newport News
President elect Harding speaks in Newport News Newport and Norfolk declaring unity and a rebirth of fearless nationalism as the theme of his program. The address praises home devotion and independent America. Also notes Little Mother’s League lesson at a Unitarian church and a marriage license granted to Melvin F. Shue and Anna M. Craig with ongoing local license activity.
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Newport News
Clert Hardie
Newport
New
Norfolk
America
Lawrence business men push funding for university stadium
Fifteen Lawrence business men met to back a campaign to raise 100000 for a university stadium. Clyde Nichols of Kan chairing. Chaney, Lint, and W F Atten spoke. The group urged local support to boost higher education in Kansas and aid the university, with Atten noting funds would aid the community and local merchants.
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Uni
Ihwetinae
Voobe
Chaney FL
Wr. F
ATG. Tures
George Innes
Wr. Docking
Weeney
I. J. Mus
Charles
Tin C Co
A. Smart
Blair
Geo. L. Breeck
Ardmore case notes doubt over girl shooter claim
A report on December 4 suggests doubt that a girl committed a shooting involving Jake L and a national figure. Witness Hamon says he did not shoot and would accept a perjury claim, while prosecutors consider the case, with arguments about pursuing Miss Smith.
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Willow
Jake L
Comahoma Z
Ani
Ardmare
Han Famon
Ren Mitten Nar
He- Smith
Charaith
Hamon
Ars
Haathat
Ardmore
Harmon
Othes
Soviet Republic Declared in Armenia Reported by Moscow
A wire from Moscow states Armenian troops have proclaimed a Soviet Republic in Yerevan. The All Armenia Front claims control over the capital and has established the Soviet administration as the new regime.
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Armenia
Thar Vocing
Moscove
All Armenia Ent
Moving to Geneva for ICYA leaders amid changes
European head of the International Committee of the Young's Christian Association and associates are being moved to Geneva to be closer to international organizations. Miss Erna Fischer shows slow improvement after Tuesday surgery for appendicitis, though her condition remains serious.
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The
Young’s Chrisian Association
Geneva
Showa
Erna Fischer
Governors Return from Harrisburg Conference Luncheon
More than a dozen governors return from the Harrisburg conference to attend the official return of the city hall to the city at a Republican victory luncheon. Coolidge was the guest of honor at the luncheon. Governor Sproul of Pennsylvania and Governor Allen of Kansas spoke at the hall exercises.
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East Pa
Harrisburg
Exer
Nivianield
Coolidge
Vhe
Sproul
Ponnsylvana
Kansas
Mrs MacSwiney Arrives in United States After Cork Mayor Death
A flotilla escorts Mrs Mary MacSwiney widow of Terence MacSwiney late Cork mayor from Guantanamo Bay toward New York. A U S Senate committee investigates Irish conditions. five women face wage lines at port of entry. five representatives testifying before a five member Washington committee.
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Mer
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Taanien
Coburger
Cermie
Maciey
Isnt
Republic
Bay of Guatantine
MacSwiney
Terence MacSwiney
Miyor
Cork
Mary Mac Ing
Crow Ek
Old Trails Road campaign advances in Kansas push
At the annual Old Santa Fe Trails Road meeting in Neton Kansas, officials cited more road projects approved than any other, with eleven crossings under way and contracts let in Barton Dickinson Finney and other counties. Officers were named including C E Edlin as president and H G Johnson as a vice president.
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Kans
Santa Fe
Old Trails Road
Barton
Dickinson
Finney
Ice
Hamilton
Jonson
Douglas
Mor
Osage City
W. H. Mott
Herington
W. Harry Koch
Hope
Ih. G. Johnson
Linsborg
Easy Money Craze Drives Crime and Parole Debate
In Douglas county this morning Roy Nelson pleaded guilty to second degree forgery for writing a dozen checks since September totaling 216 dollars. He received an indeterminate term at the Hutchinson reformatory. Judge Smart noted the surge of forgery cases tied to an easy money craze and suggested parole laws influence crime rates. Other matters include custodial orders, divorce rulings, and title suit judgments in a busy docket.
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Douglas County
Roy Nelson
Ninson
State Reformatory
Hutchinson
Franklin
Ann
Chancellor Lindley Tours Southeast Kansas Speaking Tour
Chancellor E H Lindley returned from a trip to Fort Scott and Pittsburg where he spoke under Rotary auspices on modern pioneers and yesterday at noon addressed the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce on Human Engineering. He has visited every Kansas congressional district to acquaint himself with the state. He toured strip mines near Pittsburg, once mined by Kansas University students. Alfred G Hill accompanied him.
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E. H. Lindley
Fort Scott
Pittsburg
Lindley
Rotary Club
Modern Pioneers
Kansas University
Alfred G. Hill
Thieves Busy Here Last Night Reported in City
Several thefts occurred early last night with Norman Strachan’s home at 645 Illinois Street robbed of clothing and a watch around 10 o clock. A robe from Wilder Metcalf’s car at the Methodist church dinner site was taken. Taylor Irving, 700 New Hampshire Street, reported his bicycle stolen. Officers searched but found no trace of the thief.
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Norman Strachan
Wilder
Metcalf
Taylor Lving
New Hampshire Street
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