Judge dissolves restraining order in Wendel will probate case
Federal court dissolved Rosa Dew Stansbury's restraining order to halt probate of Ella Wendel's will in New York. Judge Mack denied temporary injunction and stayed further proceedings until surrogate's court rules on waivers and Stansbury's heir claims. The surrogate's court remains the proper forum for related matters.
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New York
Rosa Dew Stansbury
Vicksburg
Miss
Ella Wendel
Miss Stansbury
Charles G. Koss
Miss Wendel
Isabell G. Koss
George Stanley Shirk
Surrogate's Court
New York County
Westchester County
Mack
Drastic changes in Chinese foreign policy debated
In Nanking a party leaders meeting to form a new government group discussed fundamental shifts in policy, especially on the Manchurian dispute. The spokesman said details were not released but hinted at a potential tougher stance toward Japan and a strong defense at Chinchow, backed by public morale and resolve.
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Nanking
China
Chiang Kai- Shek
League of Nations
Japan
Chinchow
Passing of Captain L V Cooley Remembered on River
A reminiscence of Captain L V Cooley known as the grand old man of the river. He died Saturday and was buried in New Orleans where he died. The piece recalls river life on the Ouachita and Mississippi, Captain Cogjey’s attire, and the close ties with Camden, Monroe, and West Monroe communities. It also includes local vignettes from Christmas shoppers, a heroic rescue, and reflections on local figures and curiosities.
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L. V. Cooley
New Orleans
Camden
Crescent City
Ohio
Mississippi
Mark Twain
Cogjey
Ouachita
Monroe
West Monroe
A. M. Thornton
U S Brief in Kincaid Case Presented to Supreme Court
The 85 page brief by Solicitor General Thacher argues the flood control act does not require the United States to obtain flowage rights across millions of acres. It contends only rights deemed necessary by the War Department and the chief of engineers must be provided, challenging lower court liability.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Thacher
Mississippi
R. Foster Kincaid
Boeuf Basin
Monroe
Secretary of War
United States
Atchafalaya and
Bocuf Pecduasis
Solicitor General
Chief of Engineers
Ouachita River Rising Through Monroe Near Flood Stage
The Ouachita River at Monroe stood at 39.9 feet this morning, just 0.1 foot below flood stage of 40. Levees are higher than in 1927, so a several foot rise could occur without damage. Rainfall was .73 of an inch with a high of 77 and low of 63.
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Ouachita
Monroe
Twin Cities
Saint General to Padlock Gambling Halls in Two Parishes
Attorney General Percy Saint announces plans to file padlock proceedings in civil district courts after holidays. He will target gambling establishments in St Bernard and Jefferson Parishes, intending to lock doors until all casinos are shut.
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New Orleans
Percy Saint
St. Bernard
Jefferson Parishes
St. Bernard Parish
Saint
Ornburn Named Democratic Tariff Commission Member
Ira N. Ornburn of New Haven Connecticut head of the International Cigar Makers Union of America was appointed as the Democratic member of the tariff commission.
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Associated Press
Ira N. Ornburn
New Haven
Conn
International Cigar Makers Union of America
Tariff Commission
Heat Wave Predicted for Christmas Day Across Nation
AP reports a warm Christmas with no white Christmas in sight east of the Mississippi and limited snow only in the mountain west. Cities from Chicago to New York show record December 23 warmth while Pittsburgh sees flowers in bloom and Detroit golfers await new gear.
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Associated Press
Santa Claus
United States
Mississippi
Colorado
Wyoming
Montana
Nevada
Idaho
Chicago
New York
Pittsburgh
Detroit
Louisville
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Ionia
Mich
Indianapolis
Pacific Coast
Passenger Bus Held Up in Mississippi
A Greyhound passenger bus near Walls Mississippi was held up and robbed by two Negro men. The Hernando sheriff said an investigation has begun and the company has not reported the incident.
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Jackson
Miss
Walls
Hernando
Debts of War Allies Seen as Unpayable After Moratorium
Washington notes doubt over the future of war debts as European reparations are deemed unlikely to resume after the one year holiday. Hoover gains ability to act under Congress as nations may default, risking world credit. Some may withhold payments totaling 88 million of 250 million due in the coming year. Congress close to moratorium end, European talks uncertain, no official plan for debt payment in territory.
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Washington
United States
Europe
Young Plan Committee
Congress
Hoover
Seaman Drowned After Lifeboat Dock Fails
In New Orleans on December 24 a lifeboat broke from its davit and threw seaman Bhorvale Hanson, 36, of the Lorraine Cross into the Mississippi River. He drowned in the early hours.
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New Orleans
Mississippi River
Bhorvale Hanson
Lorraine Cross
Goodfellows End Efforts to Spread Christmas Cheer
The Goodfellows Fund closed at noon today with 477.21 received this year. Although less than expected, the fund’s impact on families in distress remains meaningful and will continue via late contributions to the Monroe Welfare Association. The Monroe Welfare Association handled distribution and wrapped up work by today noon.
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Goodfellows
Goodfellows’ Fund
Goodfellows' Fund
Monroe Welfare Association
Three Kings Gift Christ and Wise Men’s Quiet Blessing
In Bethlehem the three kings follow a guiding star yet find no gifts of their own to offer. They ask for nothing in return, teaching that wiser generosity comes without seeking favors. The verse frames Christmas spirit as humble giving and blessedness.
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Christ
Bethleh
America acts to stop renewal of Manchurian war
The State Department announced new representations to Japan to prevent renewed hostilities in Manchuria. Ambassador Forbes in Tokyo was instructed on December 22 to express concern over reports that Japanese army movements toward Chin Chow risk renewed fighting with Chinese forces. France signaled similar representations, with Britain expected to join.
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Washington
Japan
Manchuria
State Department
Forbes
Tokyo
China
Chinchow
United States
America
France
Surprise witness admits lying in baby killing case
George Brecht testified that he lied on the stand and had a jewel theft conviction from St Louis at age 15. He earlier identified Vincent Coll and Frank Giordano as the attackers of five year old Michael Vengali and said he had never testified before.
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New York
George Brecht
Vincent Coll
Frank Giordano
Michael Vengali
St. Louis
Brecht
Louis Mandel
Leo Orlando
Administration Answers Attack On Tax Program
The treasury distribution shows small earners under 5000 would pay 27.0 million of a 222.0 million proposed increase while 10000 and up would contribute 182.0 million. Officials argue growth in higher incomes has shrunk and cannot cover needed revenue. rates would rise notably for income above 100000. A married man with one dependent earning 5000 would pay 31.50 and one earning 10000 would pay 153 under the plan.
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Treasury
Congress
Bologna Express Jumped Track Killing Two Passengers
At Coronato Station near Foggia Italy the Bologna Express jumped the track killing two passengers and injuring six others. Three cars were overturned as rescue teams worked at the scene during the funeral procession return.
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Foggia
Italy
Arnaldo Mussolini
Coronato
Flood Threatens Delta Towns as Waters Rise
In Mississippi delta counties the Tallahatchie overflows threaten life and homes as hundreds flee to cities. Rescue teams operate by boat. officials fear possible deaths though Red Cross verification remains incomplete. Greenwood reports heavy rain but remains above flood levels while Yazoo and Yalobusha rivers rise. Cassidy rise continues Sumner, Mississippi, for the first time prompts page two continuation.
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Clarksdale
Miss
Tallahatchie River
Mississippi
Tallahatchie
Panola
Quitman
Mollie Hodges Nicholson
Meridian
National Red Cross
Marks
Tallahatchie County
Greenwood
Yazoo
Miss. Webb
Yalobusha
Green Wood
Sumner, Miss
Cassidy
Christmas Preparations At The Hoover White House
Washington December 24. A wreath on the White House door signals holiday mood as President Hoover’s family gathers for a quiet Christmas. Toys are sent to mine district children, while a series of parties and a nationwide radio broadcast spread seasonal cheer from 1:30 to 2:00 PM with Vice President Curtis and House Democratic leader Rainey among speakers.
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Washington
White House
Hoover
Peggy Ann
Peter
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