Nationwide revival boosts construction and employment
A national labor department briefing reports a brisk revival in construction and general business activity across the country. Unemployment is expected to drop to negligible levels within three months, with only scattered shortages in agriculture and industry persisting in regions like the west south and midwest. Illinois Ohio Minnesota Indiana show strong autonomous programs while South Carolina remains weakest. The farm labor shortage is highlighted as acute due to migration from farms to cities and wage disparities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Middle West
South Carolina
Nord West
Ilinois
Ohio
Minnesota
Indiana
Tie Farm Dabor Bereau
Hansas Cie
Defarimient
Remidar
Second Herrin Murder jury Completed Today
Marion March selection of a jury for the second Herrin murder trial was completed this morning. More than 250 veniremen were summoned over eight days of court, with 12 jurors finally chosen. Opening statements to the jury will be delivered tomorrow morning, Judge P D J Hartwell announced. Testimony to begin Monday.
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Herrin
Marion
Formia
Savcre
Judee PD
J. Hartwell
rotareans th upstream convention notice in st louis
a chaotic note from st louis missouri outlines the 84th rotarians convention. marethe botany gub members spread publicits literature while a team handles mailing and publicity. organizers report many letters and booklets mailed with preliminary campaigns and hotel reservations being arranged for attendees.
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St. Louis
Marethe
St. Benedict
Totel Staller
Trenwdies
Poon Exper
Nebraska schools to teach five hours of history study
Nebraska public private and denominational schools will require five hours of history instruction. The curriculum covers national and state government, citizenship prep, and American history. County superintendents must enforce the measure. noncompliant officials face removal and teachers risk license revocation.
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Lincolnu
Net
Marent
Nebraska
Dehanya Re
Sophronia's Wedding Pleases Large Community Audience
A North Park School program titled Sophronias Wedding entertained a large crowd of parents and townspeople. The play followed Sophria, a gown girl returning home after a year away, and mixed humor with uplift ideals as friends and community members praised the performers and music from school ensembles.
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North Park
Patton
Aupphruse
Lions Enter Missouri Valley Tournament
The Lions basketball team travels to Missouri Valley for a tournament with Moberly and other foes. Coach Mere Edith leads a squad of players including Lite lant Carr Resers Sam ed san Potsen Daerie Short and She hon in pursuit of early season wins.
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Lions
Mirech
Alisaouri Valley
Tesins
Pha
Ene Tor Onde
Conen Voredith
Aeceptec
Mere Edith
Eiebt
Lite Lant
Capteing Carr Resers
Samed San
Potsen
Daerie
Short
Shehon
Attle
Marstaihes
Whey
Gerald Keeley
Mascal
Brown
Sehmelzers
Ivan Aoa
Caplola
Unclear OCR fragment hints at sea event and awards
Fragment describes Skipper Ryder of Grimsby and sixteen fishermen involved with the Tuttle vessel. Mentions distress off Snurn miles away and a possible German government reward. Notes a gold scarf pin presentation and references to several names and a phone number.
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London
Sam Ryder
Grimsby
Mysmer
Ryder
Devontie
Snurn
San
Sam
Burke Cockran Dies of Apoplexy at 69
Washington D C report says Burke Cockran Democratic representative from New York City died today from apoplexy after a vigorous speech in the house. He was 69, noted as a brilliant orator in the prohibition debate with William Jennings Bryan at the San Francisco convention. He celebrated his birthday yesterday.
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Washington
Moreh
W. Rourke
Cockra
New York City
Trish Frindow
Cockran
McEst
Jennies Bryn Attin
San Francisco
Lin
Pga
Cockman
Forney's Style Show A Big Success
Forney's Fourth Street theatre presented Frank Rae's Transcontinental Vaudeville Show with six vaudeville acts plus a Spring Style Show featuring J. B. Forney's fashion collection. The audience praised high class vaudeville and stylish garments from Forney's store with a fresh program including Alien Calhoun in A Girl's Desire and Tey Stewart in pha Fudio Wing.
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Fourth Street Theatre
Frank Rae
Vandeville
Bowman
Machine
Valentine Foun
Mary Coodrich Read
Prank Rae and Company
Gaudeville
J. B. Forney
Moberly
Mr. Rae
Nets
Alien Calhoun
Girl's Desire
Tey Stewart
Pha Fudio Wing
The Bat Heartily Approved At Matinee Show
The first showing of The Bat drew a wide audience from towns within fifty miles and city visitors. The company impressed with scenery and stage equipment, delivering a thrilling mystery that kept patrons engrossed. a late start did not dampen enjoyment as the show continues tonight at 8 15.
Western Railroads Unite Plan Proposed to I C C
Washington D C March plan to consolidate all western railroads west of the Mississippi into four grand systems was submitted to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Chicago Burlington & Quincy president M Holden presented the proposal as an alternative to the 1922 transportation net framework.
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Washington, D. U
Mississippi River
Interstate Commerce Commission
Flute. M Holden
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad
Holden
Commission
Transportation Net
Manila Destroyer Incident and Regional Developments
A U S destroyer Thilboert suffered damage in an engine room incident last night. In British Columbia a new company Mish Promduets Ltd plans a dogfish rehabilitation plant near Shidwate, Queen Charlotte Islands. Canada saw 1928 immigration from the United States totaling 89,544,027 in cash and effects. Vancouver saw significant construction and new rail and transportation entries during 1927 28.
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Manila
United States
Thilboert
Columbia
New Corporation
Mish Promduets, Ltd
Shidwate
Queen Charlotte Islands
Way
Ottawa Ontees
Canada
America’s Rhine Occupation Bill Tops 255 Million
Paris March 1 The U S bill for services on the Rhine reached 255 million dollars with negotiations beginning at the Citadelle Orsay. Britain France and the United States opened talks this afternoon on reimbursement and possible payment terms for the occupation.
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America
Paris
Citada Orsay
United States
Oss
Britain
France
Quaid
Poles and Lithuanians Clash in Central Zone War
Reports say Lithuanians reopened hostilities against Polish positions in two cities near Vilnius as fighting erupted again. Details on casualties and number of engagements are unclear. Poland accuses Russia of backing Lithuania as a disputed arbitration over neutral arrangements continues unresolved.
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Warsaw
Mnene Vilung
Tereguntrick
As Atin
Trussia
Blunders in Stamp Etiquette Shake Up Jetters
A quirky note from Lothis’s want ads hints at a pro slump among the Jetters, poking fun at a misplaced stamp approach and the week’s chaotic mix of listings.
Death Sentence for Sabotage in New French Order
The French authorities impose the death penalty for sabotage in occupied areas and related offenses. Violators risk execution or long prison terms, with harsher penalties for repeat offenses. German-linked rail disasters cited as justification, while Belgian efforts to repatriate workers face new controls. A separate note mentions a Commercial Club meeting to discuss an important matter.
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Srhbotare
12 Year Old Boy Found Dying From Moonshine In Chicago Gutter
An unidentified 12 year old boy was found in a gutter in Chicago dying from moonshine. He was taken to the county hospital and listed as an acute alcoholic. He was placed in the moon ward run by criminals. Police sought the parents and the source of the liquor.
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Chicago
Pond Wy Bank Building Occupied After Renascence Plan
Workmen move to occupy the old Farmers and Merchants Bank site in Pond Wy. The former vault area is being cleared amid a plan to install a new address and security features. A new retreat is planned on the building’s first floor as part of the redevelopment effort.
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Nicc Hory & May
Local Couple Weds in Ro'ebek by Rev. Slowst
Russ Malie of this city and Ernest Byron Vin of Woodville married at Ro'ebek last evening. Rev. PM Showel performed the ceremony in his home on ifagecord street. The newlyweds, Mr and Mrs Vin, will reside in Woodville.
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Russ Malie
Thts
Ernest Byron
Woodvil
Ro'ebek
PM. Showel
Ifagecord
Vin
Woodville
Brickmasons Rally for Hourly Raises in St Louis
In St Louis on March 2 unionized bricklayers stone masons and helpers won wage increases signaling higher pay across trades. Mason contractors expect spring construction to begin with paid rates rising from prior levels, while stone cutters finishers and iron workers also saw boosts.
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St. Fanis
Gisandor
Tate
Onew
Cols Stamper and Yieming Return From Florida
Cols Stamper and Yieming came back to Missouri after a Florida trip seeking spring weather. They tried tarpon fishing but were limited to catching colds. Teetotalers could not use the local remedies and opted to cure with hot mustard and sine a water as the Weather predicts light rain in the east and south portions tonight.
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M. Stamper
J.C. Yieming
Florida
Missouri
Noberly Couple Married in Florida Details Missing
A fragment describes a Noberly couple married in Florida around a week ago. It mentions Mathews and Buchanan, with references to local figures and residence history, but many names and events are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Noberly
Florida
Calder's Swan Song Speech Shocks Senate and Nation
Senator Calder of New York, nearing retirement, delivers a dramatic farewell speech condemning Senate gridlock and party rigidity. He attacks bloc voting, calls for ending sectarian influence, and urges action on soldiers’ pensions and prohibition-era laws.
Officers Seize Dope Valued at 700000 in Galveston Raid
Federal authorities seized narcotics valued near 711600 at a Galveston operation. The contraband was found on the deck overnight by fleeing smugglers. Investigators linked the cargo to a German vessel under surveillance for days and bearing German labels.
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Galveston
Texas
Two Men Injured When Train Strikes Car Near Diehlstadt
In Diehlstadt Missouri a Missouri Pacific passenger train struck an automobile concealing two men. Marehl Jent Chapman a prominent farmer was seriously injured and a second man sustained minor injuries. The incident occurred near Poplar Bluff.
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Poplar Bluff
Pople Blut
Versailles project to restore historic grounds and gardens
The government plans to restore the historic grounds of Versailles and the surrounding gardens. Funds approved will support restoration for a new generation, aiming to recapture the Golden Era of the site. The plan spans plans for ongoing maintenance and a multi day effort. Donald Shumete, son of Heath Shammratre, is reported ill after a serious accident.
Suit Filed for Marriage Annulment in Local Court
Thelma Sparling sues Henry Sparling seeking annulment claiming marriage occurred without consent and Henry was underage at the time. The petition alleges fraud and improper consent, asks court to void the marriage and address custody or support issues as appropriate.
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de- Henry Sparling
Ilonry Sparling
Prauvs
Blind basketball pioneers in Lincoln Nebraska
The article describes a unique basketball effort at the Lincoln Nebraska Institute for the Blind where players use tactile landmarks made of rubber eight-inch blocks placed near baskets. The technique helps goal shooting and demonstrates speed and coordination among players.
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Noel
Nayie
Pittsburgh
Nebraska
Quin
Canada Reconstruction Aids End-Year Report
The Dominion Commissioner reports federal and provincial governments completed most of the work by year end. The joint effort aimed at railroad and hydro improvements across western and eastern provinces, with expansion plans facing resistance from some regions and funding gaps cited.
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Onawa
Canada
Dominion Commisq Toon Sioner
Tighwave
Ugrichi
Drads
Women Gaiters Magistrate Case Draws Local Attention
A fragmented report notes a New York case involving a female magistrate and discussions over duties at home and in court. The text mentions Myre and Mugene, a railway mail clerk transferred to St Louis to assume duties there.
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Marely
Femaily
New York
Logan
Mugene
Self
St. Louiss
Lert
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