Ypres to Dedicate War Tainted Belfry in June Ceremony
In Ypres Belgium the martyrs city will mark twenty years since the German invasion start with King Leopold presiding over the dedication of a new belfry built from war debris. The 86 bell carillon weighs almost five tons and stands in the ruined Cloth Hall as crowds prepare a lavish welcome for royal figures and dignitaries.
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Harriman Banker Sentenced To Four And Half Years
New York June 27 AP Joseph W Harriman former president of the Harriman National Bank and Trust company was sentenced to four and a half years in prison on sixteen counts of falsifying bank records and misapplying funds Federal Judge John C Knox ordered confinement for four and a half years on each count with concurrent terms The 67 year old banker faced warnings from prosecutors about the misuse of depositors money which may total between five and seven million dollars and his health concerns were noted by physicians during the hearing
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U. S
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Kansan's view on Hollywood propaganda and David Copperfield film
Richard Doan notes heated debate over moral cleansing in cinema. MGM plans major Dickens adaptation with David QC Selznick and George Cukor. Hugh Walpole aids dialogue and editorial direction. British talent search yields over 100 tests, 12 under option, Peter Trent tipped for lead role. Walpole completes first script during the England trip home.
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Selznick hires Bromfield and plans for film in France
Selznick signs Louis Bromfield, living in France, to write the film story of Living in a Big Way to star Marie Dressler in October. David Lloyd George is courted to film his war memoirs. if a satisfactory script is developed, he may oversee actual filming in the U.S. Goons note adaptation steps. the films’ progress is touted. Also, amid North Dakota primary activity, Gov. William Langer seeks vindication after felony conviction, facing four co defendants and possible sentencing Friday.
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Andrew Miller
Fargo
United States
Wales Prince Linked To Princess Juliana In London
London June 27 AP Matchmakers again press the Wales prince about marriage after he turned 40 last Saturday. He attended a dinner dance at the Dutch legation in honor of Princess Juliana who is 25 and in London for the season. Rumors previously linked Juliana with Prince Bertil of Sweden. the Swedish legation denied that claim. Princess Juliana, daughter of Queen Wilhelmina, is noted for democracy and studies law at Leyden University.
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Bridge expert Milton C Work dies in Philadelphia
Milton C Work, renowned bridge instructor and author, died in a Philadelphia hospital at age 69 after months of intestinal illness. A former lawyer, he left law in 1917 to promote bridge through tours and Red Cross benefits, raising over $100,000.
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Manuscript Links Adam to Adam's Falle in Gout Theory
London reports an ancient vellum pedigree claims gout killed the first man rather than the biblical apple. The exhibit at the College of Arms marks the Kings Heralds and Pursuivants of Arms anniversary with Saxon royal lineage drawings showing Adam and Eve with an apple and animals.
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Democrat J W Densford Files Brinkley Protest
Hays Kan June 27 AP The first protest against Dr John Brinkley running in the Republican gubernatorial race is filed by Democrat J W Densford Salina operator of a typewriter business Densford asked that the protest and the candidate opposition be clearly stated
Political Pressure Stated On Brinkley Nomination
The speaker declares independence from influence by any party or group and warns that Dr. Brinkley securing the Republican nomination could jeopardize the Democratic candidate’s chances. He recalls meeting Governor Alf Landon, indicating high-level political considerations.
Driver Fined for Speeding and Reckless Driving
Robert Lamar of 1004 West Fourth Street paid a $10 fine in poll court this morning for speeding and reckless driving at the Seventh and Massachusetts streets intersection. The report notes he opposed the chief executive but doubted he would “know me.”
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