U S Drafts Defense Pact Shape For Hoover Approval
American delegation outlined to Hoover principles guiding possible participation in a consultative pact with Britain and France. The plan emphasizes peaceful measures, excludes coercion, and waits on Franco-British security pact work before US commitment. Delegates Robinson Morrow and Gibson led efforts with Grandi and Italian advisers present.
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France
Great Britain
Hoover
Simpson
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Uo 5
Robinson
Morrow
Gibson
London
Marrow
Grandi
Hold Up Naval Bill Delays Hit House Action
House leaders will withhold action on the 300 million dollar annual naval appropriation bill for six more weeks while awaiting a London conference tonnage agreement. Representative French of Idaho, chairman of the naval subcommittee, cites potential savings of about 50 thousand dollars in the next fiscal year if a maritime accord is reached, with further savings in later years.
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House
Idaho
French
Arc
Kansas Weather Forecast and Road Conditions
The forecast calls for fair weather tonight with rising temperatures Sunday and frost or freezing temperatures in western portions. Clear conditions expected with good road visibility in Douglas County. Temperatures recorded include 7 pm yesterday and noon today. data from the local weather service and the Bull Yene Skinner Motors ad appears in the same clipping.
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Kansas
Portions
Douglas County
Raskob Link Prohibition Repeal Probed by Senate Panel
Senator Robinson of Indiana said he would push for John J. Raskob to testify if the Senate lobby committee investigates wet and dry groups. He noted no official notice but had no objection. Caraway said no request had been made to summon Raskob, though any member may call witnesses.
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Washington
Robinson
Indiana
Senate Lobby Committee
John J. Raskob
Democratic National Committee
Caraway
Raskob
Haskell 4-H Club Organized at Hatkell Institute
An Indian 4-H club was formed at Hatkell Institute in Douglas county with J B Taylor directing. Sixteen boys joined. officers include Willie Stephens president and Richard Gardner yell leader. Taylor notes many Douglas county youths could benefit, with over five hundred expected club members statewide.
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J. B. Taylor
Douglas County
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Willie Stephens
Herman Guillegas
Carl White
Lindsay Hearn
Richard Gardner
William Larty
Arthur Marshall
Albert Cooley
Melvin Archdal Pultry
Gordon Burnette
Ivestock
Oscar Isthma
David Conner
Louis Plympton
A. L. Hook
Haskell
Hoover Accepts Forbes Haiti Commission Report Policy
President Hoover endorses the Forbes mission and adopts its plan for Haiti as the administration thrust. The United States will recognize Eugene Roy and his provisional government on May 15, with Marines to be gradually withdrawn rather than immediate removal per the commission's guidance. Deputies and senators will later elect a president who will be recognized.
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Hoover
Haiti
Forbes
Island Republic
Commission
United States
Eugene Roy
Borno
Democratic leaders assail Hoover record in radio and statements
Three Democratic congressional leaders criticize the Hoover administration for lack of leadership and a collapsed legislative record. Senator Caraway of Arkansas and Representative Garner of Texas through the Democratic national committee issued statements, while Representative Burns of Tennessee spoke on radio in response to Senator Fezz of Ohio defending the administration.
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Garner
Texas
Rouse
Burns
Tennessee
National Broadcasting Pane
Fezs
Ohio
Eckersall Estate Leaves Millionaire's Heir
Walter Eckersall famed football writer dies intestate and leaves his estate worth over $10,000 to his daughter Elizabeth. Letters of administration granted today in Chicago. The report notes Eckersall's prominence and lack of a will.
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Chicago
Walter Eckersall
I Sports
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Sigma Tau Honored by College Honor Societies
Sigma Tau, the University of Kansas honorary engineering fraternity, has been elected to full membership in the Association of College Honor Societies. This expansion marks the first since the association’s founding and raises active members from six to eight societies. Sigma Tau becomes the seventh member, recognized for promoting scholarship among engineers. The association now includes Phi Beta Kappa Tau Beta Pi Sigma Xi Phi Kappa Phi Alpha Omega Alpha the Order of Coif Sigma Tau and Omicron Delta Kappa.
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University of
Tau Beta Pi
Sigma Xi
Phi Kappa Phi
Alpha Omega Alpha
The
Order of Coif
Omicron Delta Kappa
Snowstorm Halts Planes to California
Two 32 passenger Fokker planes from Hasbrouck Heights, N J, bound for California, arrived at Albany but were blocked by a snow storm. After making an unsuccessful attempt to resume today one plane broke a propeller on landing. Repairs delay departure until tomorrow afternoon when flights are expected to resume.
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Albany
N.Y
Fokker
Hasbrouck Heights
N. J
Death of Officer's First Wife Under Federal Probe
Denver authorities and federal investigators pursue a case linking Major Charles A. Shepard to the deaths of two of his wives. Shepard faces federal poisoning charges in connection with his second wife at Fort Riley. Kansas prosecutors in Topeka begin examining the death of the first wife as part of the broader inquiry.
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Isis
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Lest
Tyne
Topeks
Bandits Escape Thru G in Battle New Orleans
In New Orleans three bandits and a policeman clashed with pistols and shotguns in a laundry office as the robbers seized an undetermined amount of money and fled. Also plans for a glider tow from San Diego to New York were announced by Captain Frank Hawks. Edison would choose good health if offered one thing. Berlin formed a seven party cabinet led by Dr. Heinrich Bruening. Shell Oil to buy Kentucky Independent Oil for about 935000. An Ellis campaign meeting was held at Eacles hall supporting mayoral candidate W C Ellis.
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Frank Hawks
San Diago
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New York City
Katz Kidnap Trial Shifts Focus Toward St Louis
Kansas City reports link $30,000 of a $100,000 ransom to St Louis amid Katz Drug Co withdrawals. Police suspect two St Louis racketeers aided by Kansas City underworld in Michael Katz kidnapping. A wrecked Buick near St Louis with marked bills prompts audit plans to trace the money. Also, Rev S Slaughter begins duties at First Christian Church replacing Rev C A Richards. Slaughter’s education and lineage noted.
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Michael Katz
St. Louis
Katz Drug Company
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Commerce Trust Company
Edward P. Boyle
Boyle
S. Slaughter
First Christian Church
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University of Missouri
Drake
University of Chicago
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Hickman Mills
Believe Prison Revolt to Be Under Control
Jefferson City Missouri reports a second day of rigid rules after mutinies in the state penitentiary. Officials say the revolt is broken and the situation under control with ringleaders segregated and placed in solitary. Guards used clubs to restore obedience as authorities continue weeding out leaders.
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Missouri
J” Hall
Strines End
Fire Damages Eskridge Business Section In Kansas
A two story stone building housing the Odd Fellows lodge and a nearby restaurant in Eskridge Kansas caught fire. The Harveyville department aided Eskridge before a Topeka company arrived and extinguished the flames. Damage was estimated at 11000 dollars.
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Harveyville
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Spud Men Hear Federal Farm Board Speaker
SPUD MEN MEET Kaw Valley Potato Growers Association heard K B Gardner of the Federal Farm Board in Washington address the 2 pm session in Topeka’s Chamber of Commerce rooms. W W Cochran chaired with W B Grimes and W B Mortenson of Kansas State Agriculture College contributing. Fifty producers attended.
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W.W. Cochran
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W. B. Grimes
W. B. Mortenson
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Gardner
Grimes
Mortenson
Big Crowd Expected At K. U. Carnival Tonight
A large crowd is anticipated at the University of Kansas tonight with booths at the stadium starting 7 pm and a Fraser theater stunt program at 10 pm. About twenty five fraternities and sororities will run booths, thirteen organizations plan stunts, and admission is free to the stadium though money for booths will be charged. Judges include Prof. Allen Crafton, Vera Lear, and Stephen Hinshaw.
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Fraser Theater
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Allen Crafton
Department of Speech and Dramatic Art
Vera Lear
Stephen Hinshaw
Bank Robbery at Park Savings Trust in Richmond Heights
Two men robbed the Park Savings Trust company in Richmond Heights St Louis suburbs before opening hours and escaped with 15000 in an automobile. They held four employees and a neighborhood watchman captive for about ninety minutes after entering in an unexplained manner. A third man outside was referenced but not seen by staff.
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Mar
Park Savings Trust Company
Escapul Mg
Richmond Heights
St Louis Bank Closed by Directors Action
St Louis bank Union-Easton Trust Co with capital and surplus of 234000 and deposits of 3816000 was closed today by its directors and placed in the hands of the finance commissioner.
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St. Louis, Mar
Union-Easton Trust Co
Truck Overturns Kills Two Men in Kansas Crash
In Hill City Kansas an oil tank truck overturned about five miles east of Bogue killing Clarence Kackley and Ray Jones both residents of Bogue. Police reported the wreck occurred last night.
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Clarence Kackley
Ray Jones
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Haskell Indians vs Pittsburg Teachers grid experiment
The Haskell Indian football team led 20 to 4 at halftime in an exhibition with Pittsburg Teachers at Brave stadium. New rules proposed by Glenn S Warner were tested, including no second half kickoff and one point for each earned first down. Haskell scored two touchdowns Duffina eleven yards and H. Smith two yards with an extra point on the first, while Pittsburg counted four first-down scores. Warner and Northwestern coach Richard Hanley attended, with Warner delivering a banquet address to the 1929 Haskell squad.
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Pop” Warner
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Dick) Hanley
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Frank McDonald
Diste
Teva Teri
Robert Wari
Ueskell
Warm Sunday Holiday in Kansas Forecast
Topeka March 29 AP The caprices of March caused wild temperature swings but a warm Sunday holiday is expected as Meteorologist D. Flora says no freezes are forecast tonight The end of the late cold spell is in sight milder weather is reported in Wyoming Montana and Western Canada Goodland logged 14 above last night Dodge City posted the state high while eastern areas reached higher minimums. Fall on tariff bill discussed in Washington House Republicans again fail to agree on sending the tariff bill to conference and plan Waxahachie talks Monday to satisfy groups seeking votes on controversial rates.
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Goodland
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Washington
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Europa Returns From New York Crossing Voyage
The North German Lloyd liner Europa sailed from New York on her return trip to Cherbourg with 392 passengers aboard all hoping to set a record crossing.
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Cherbourg
Most Intelligent Dog Digs Dandelions at KU
Lawrence residents curse dandelions as they sprout but Jiggs the Boston bull dog, eight years old, keeps the athletic grounds spotless. Dell Davidson, KU guardian of athletic fields, says Jiggs digs and removes the weeds as they appear, even during a football scrimmage on the sidelines.
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Dell Davidson
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Kansas Grid
Jiggs
Boston
Thieves Enter 910 Tennessee Street Home
Thieves entered the W. E. Whetstone residence at 910 Tennessee Street during a Junior high school physical education demonstration, taking about $12 in cash two gold pieces a diamond necklace with cameo and a blue Masonic pin. Entry was through an unlocked kitchen window and the burglars left via the front door taking the key. The theft occurred between 7 30 and 10 o clock. Police officers Calhoun and Aikeson investigated and Chief Will Johns urged anyone with information on gold coins to contact him.
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W. E. Whetstone
Tennessee
Charles Calhoun
George Aikeson
Will Johns
Johns
Failed Independence Bank Losses Announced In Kansas City
Independence Kansas March 22 AP L K Roberts chief national bank examiner announced losses at the failed Commercial National Bank, totaling 497000 in assets and 177009 in stock manipulation losses. About 503000 of doubtful paper remained in the note case. Waivers on 380000 of paper endorsed by former president Guernsey. Murray named receiver as bank affairs proceed.
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Ken
Ap—L
K. Roberts
National Bank Examiner
Kansas City
Commercial National Bank
George T. Guernsey, Sr
Roberts
Oberst jury in deadlock divided 7 to 3
In Dorado Kansas the Oberst murder trial jury remains split seven to three with no clear majority reported by foreman S H Everett. Deliberations continue with instructions to resume as questions about the verdict linger.
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Owen Oberst
S. H. Everett
Leon
A. T. Ayres
Joe Cannon
Danville
E. X. Leseure
Joe” Cannon
National Capital
Wife Murder Case to Be Tried Here in Two Ventures
Two trials on charges of wife murder will be held in Douglas county district court on changes of venue this spring. The Wilson case, involving Emma Lilu Wilgan, dates back to 1926 with multiple verdicts and appeals. Former Judge Bender reportedly aids Wilson. former Jefferson County officials are named as prosecutors and witnesses. The May term is anticipated for trial in Lawrence.
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SO. Netherton
Johnson ‘County
Horace Phinney
Jefferson County
Renus
Carl Wilson
Emma Lilu Wilgan
Wilson
Bender
Oskaloosa
Wilson Farm
Supreme Court
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Lawrence
Douglas County
Lloyd Morris
James Sworer
J. Hamm
Conrad Rut
Fame Een Ee
Huge Gusher Continues its Spectacular Flow
Oklahoma City March 29 AP Huge gusher in the Oklahoma City field continues to spout thousands of gallons of oil with 200 000 cubic feet daily from one companion well. Workers wrestle hazardous pressure estimated at 5008 psi to prevent ignition while safeguarding the scene.
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Oklahoma City
Oka
Mar
Mary Sudick
Indian Territory Illuminating Oil
Y Bléa
Careless driver fined after fatal city crash
Police judge Lee Judy fined Robert Callahan 24 of 2240 for an alleged driving error that caused injuries to Alonzo Peck who stood in a street car safety zone. Peck lost a leg. the incident occurred January 1 in the business district. The judge said it was one of the heaviest penalties in the city.
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Judes Lee Judy
Robert Callahan
Eneless
Alonzo Peck
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