Riot at Mexican Catholic Church Ends With Police Wounding
At the Sacred Family church in Mexico City women rioted as gendarmes dispersed parishioners. The police chief of the tenth district was seriously wounded and four civilians injured when a volley was fired over the crowd. Authorities cite government action against foreign clergy and planned protests over religious school closures affecting 23 schools and 6,000 students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Lather Carrasco
Uninuma
Lumber Men to Form Merger of Large Interests
New York Feb 24. Twenty five lumber retailers mills and producers plan a merger to create the first lumber industry consolidation. Peter C. Warwick said plans are under way with attendees including E. V. Knight of New Albany Veneering Co Indiana and Navco Lumber Co Mobile Alabama.
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New York
Peter C. Warwick
E. V. Knight
New Albany Venecering Company
Indiana
Navco Lumber Company
Mobile
Ala
France joins international pact to curb trafficking
France has notified the League of Nations of its adhesion to the international convention for the suppression of traffic in women and children signed in Geneva on September 30, 1921. The move was announced from Geneva on February 24 by the Allied press.
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France
Geneva
A. P
League of Allows
Amherst boxer John Coolidge faces defeat in college tourney
In Amherst Massachusetts John Coolidge son of the president boxed in the 135 pound class at the Amherst College annual tournament and lost a decision to A Silverman of Waterbury Connecticut after three rounds.
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Associated Press
Amherst
Mass
John Coolidge
Amherst College
A. Silverman
Waterbury
Prince Henry to wed Lady Mary Scott in royal match
A court announcement confirms Prince Henry third son of King George will marry Lady Mary Scott daughter of the Duke of Buccleuch. The forthcoming marriage links two prominent noble families in England.
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Prince Henry
George of England
Mary Scott
Duke of
Indiana church brings charges against farmer
In Palmyra Indiana W Clyde Martin a 40 year old farmer educator and athlete faces a church trial next Sunday on charges of recreational practices unbecoming a church worker. He organized basketball and football teams opened a gym and community hall supported skating and plays while banning dancing and card games in the hall. Three judges will preside over the trial chosen by Martin the church and by his accuser.
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Palmyra
Ind
A. P
W. Clyde Martin
Church of Chris
Martin
Winona Agricultural College
Church of Christ
Probe deaths of four Busseys in past 11 months
New Orleans authorities pursued theories as chemists tested the vital organs of four Bussey family members for poison. Mrs Renette Cure Bussey, 23, is held without bail for murder. Frank Davis the alleged sweetheart was released after questioning while taxi driver Meade testified of his closeness to Bussey and possible involvement but denied murder plans.
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New Orleans
Renette Cure Bussey
Bridge project moves forward on Bayou De Siard plan
The police jury approved a bridge and dam on Bayou De Siard near the Island road and authorized plans for bids. Estimated $12,500 is set for construction with two additional dams expected from state conservation and Monroe citizens. Contracts were awarded to Mrs. L. C. McGuire for salvaging the old clerk’s office and parish jail, with tearing to begin immediately.
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Bayou de Siard
State Conservation Department
Monroe
Bayou DeSiard
Island Road
Vennettan
Ah Ver
Awatin Daidge
Morrison
Major Payne
The
Conservation Commission
Commission Council
City of
Old Parish
L. C. McGuire
Oil man escapes hold up in Monroe night chase
Three bandits attempted to rob A Hyde driving a roadster on Loon Road near Monroe at 10:30 p m. Hyde sped away, returned with a shotgun, but the trio vanished. Deputy Sheriff Roper and Police Sergeant Pettit led the search with no arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Hyde
Monroe
Hyde
Roper
Pettit
Fuqua Names Sanford to Orleans Levee Board
Governor Fuqua appointed Henry W. Sanford of New Orleans to the Orleans parish levee commissioners board succeeding the late Peter J. Flanagan. The announcement came from Baton Rouge and confirms Sanford as a new member.
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Baton Rouge, la
A. P
Fuqua
Henry W. Sanford
New Orleans
Board of Levee Commissioners
Orleans Parish
Mr. Sanford
Peter J. Flanagan
Palm Beach Chooses Mrs Gordon Culver Beauty Queen
Mrs Gordon Culver formerly Maxine Stresenrealer of Chicago wins Palm Beach beauty queen title in Florida contest.
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Queen OF Beauty
Gordon Culver
Maxine Stresenrealer
Chicago
Palm Beach, Fla
Oil Companies Win Awards in Bend River Field
Washington February 24. Awards totaling 1908000 to claimants from recent leases and permits in the Bend River Oil Field on the Oklahoma-Texas border were announced by Secretary Work to the comptroller general. The field’s total receipts reach 3238062 with 1324305 accruing to the United States in royalties and 3000 reserved for pending claims. Claimants receiving sums and approximate amounts are listed.
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Washington
A. P
Bend River
Oklahoma-Texas
United States
Oil claims awarded on multiple wells under 531 acres
The secretary found no equitable claims on 531 acres with ten wells. the land became government property. Balances from the wells total 458 185 dollars to be deposited in the federal treasury after awards totaling 764 000 dollars to various companies and individuals.
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Buckeye Petroleum Company
Wichita Falls
W. F. Corts Drilling Company
Columbus
Ohio
Pacific Wyoming Oil Company
Denver
A. E. Pearson and Others
Oklahoma City
Delta Oil Company
Oklahoma
Tom Testerman
Melish Consolidated Placer Oil Mining Association
Burke Divide Oil Company
Terre Haute
Ind
Federal Treasury
Jury Short One Member Absent in Parish Jail Case
Shreveport federal court opened with a jittered petit jury venire as B. B. Carey, a juror, was jailed on Volstead act charges. Prohibition agent W. E. Ford identified Carey as the suspect in an old prohibition case and Carey was arrested for sale and possession of whiskey at Shady Nook on Mooringsport road last fall. Carey, from Bossier City, faced bond defaults after the warrant was issued.
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Shreveport
A. P
Prohibition
B. B. Carey
Parish
Carey
W. E. Ford
Ford
Bossier
Shady Nook
Mooringsport Road
Birds Fight Hunger as Snow Buries Food in Bay State
Thousands of birds across northern states struggle for survival as food hides beneath snow. Massachusetts distributes free grain to responsible individuals and rural carriers to aid the birds. Audubon secretary Winthrop Packard calls the situation the worst in years.
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Boston
A. P
Massachusetts
Winthrop Packard
Masschusetts Audubon Society
Treasury plan to amend Prohi law readied for Justice review
The Treasury's amendment program for the Volstead act aims to raise penalties and simplify enforcement. Prepared and submitted today to the Department of Justice for legal review, it is expected to reach Congress soon. A proposed change would require a compulsory jail term and fine for violators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
A. P
Treasury
Department of Justice
Congress
Texas Lawmaker Cheers as Tax Cut Bill Advances
The $387 million tax reduction bill clears the House 354 to 28 amid heated debate over reinstated inheritance tax provisions. The measure awaits Senate action and White House signature this week with President Coolidge expected to back the package after conferees restored the inheritance levy. Representative Garner of Texas leads the cheering as the bill moves toward final approval.
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Senate
Washington
A. P
House
White House
Coolidge
Representative Garner
Texas
Coolidge Signals Willingness to Sign Tax Bill
President Coolidge indicated he would sign the tax bill if Congress limits federal spending. Representative Tilson pledged to pursue economy and urged action only on imperative appropriation measures. He supported enacting $165 million in public buildings and maintaining river, harbor, and federal highway spending at current levels.
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Coolidge
Washington
A. P
Representative Tilson
Republican House
Congress
Tilson
House
Senate
Canadian plans to protest alleged shelling by U S
R B Cann of Yar mouth owner of the schooner East wood says he will register a formal protest with Ottawa after his vessel was shelled about a week ago off Long Island by a U S guard cutter Seneca. He vows to fight the case to the limit to defend the Union Jack on British ships.
Five Year Air Program To Be Offered
Washington February 24 Secretary Davis will submit a five year continuing aviation development program to the house military committee next week. The plan calls for proportional growth of aviation with other army branches and strengthens the air service with equipment, but it is not expected to cost as much as the navy plan. Hearings on aviation close next Tuesday with executive sessions starting Wednesday to shape a legislative program.
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Washington
A. P.J
Naval Aviation
Congress
House Military Committee
Davis
War Department
Army
Army Air Service
Tullos Oil Boom Draws National Attention
Urania February report details Tullos thriving on oil discoveries. Daniels et al No. 1 H. Tullos flows 2000 barrels daily, while Tremont No. B-17 yields 1200 barrels. Other wells range 500–700 barrels with ongoing test results and sand issues.
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R. W. Brooks
Urania
Tullos
Daniels Et al No
Thilos
Louisiana Oil Company
Tremont
Love Bross
C. W. Clark
Russel
Tulsos
Standard Drilling Co
Roark
Love Bros
J. T. Cox
Thompson
River Stage Readings Across Mississippi and Ouachita Basins
River stage data lists Mississippi readings for Memphis to New Orleans with rises and falls noted. Red River values show Shreveport and Alexandria movements while Ouachita stations in Camden and Monroe report level changes. Ohio basin cites Cairo with a rise.
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Mississippi
Memphis
Rice
Vicksburg
New Orleans
RED
Shreveport
Alexandria
Ouachita
Camden
Monroe
Ohio
Cairo
Education convention continues in Washington
In Washington the education convention continues as lawmakers consider key issues. The House debates a railroad labor bill while the Senate hears opponents to a proposed aluminum inquiry, shaping the legislative agenda.
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House
Senate
Salm Moogstrae's Deportation Question Raised by La Guardia
Representative La Guardia demands investigation into Count Ludwig Salm Moogstrae's financial status and potential public charge. The socialist lawmaker argues the immigrant relies on others' funds and could be deported if found unable to support himself and family.
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New York
A. P
Ludwig Salm Moogstraeten
United States
la Guardia
Socialist of
Wif
Secretary of
Labor
Davis
Traffic law observance nets 22 drivers cited in Monroe
Superintendent H. D. Apgar ordered a patrol in the Walnut and Pine district. Twenty two drivers— eight women— were summoned to city court for violations including entering a right of way without stopping leaving auto motor running disobeying patrol instructions parking over ten minutes and crowding the driver seat.
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Monroe
H. D. Apgar
Walnut
Pine Streets
Gertrude Hart
C. M. Higginbotham
F. Pierce
Proffett
S. H. Peacy
E. J. Deas
C. Blackmon
Curtis Clark
FP. Atkins
Jimmie Villiate
Foster
B. McClendon
George Zeigin
Elmer Slaghe
George Wright
W. V. Tomlinson
F. Jd. Cox
W. J. Morris
Wimberly
R. Layton
E. Maroney
Deny Hearing for Countess of Cathcart
The labor department denied a new hearing on the Countess of Cathcart’s expulsion order. Acting Secretary White said only the courts can decide the matter, with a moral turpitude question deemed a potential bar to admission. The countess was released from Ellis Island on bond for ten days while awaiting final adjustment.
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Washington
A. P
Countess of Cathcart
United States
Labor Department
White
Labor Departments
Theodore Risley
Arthur G. Hays
Risley
Hays
Ellis Island
Truck farming progress reported by department
Washington dispatch notes mixed early year conditions across southern states. Southeast regions face planting interruptions while cabbage lettuce and early tur nips show good progress. Florida sweet potato beds finished. North Carolina and South Carolina see healthy fruit buds. Texas Arkansas and Mississippi report continued planting and crop updates with oats wheat and pastures in good to very good condition.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
North Carolina
South Carolina
Florida
Texas
Mississippi
Arkansas
Britain rejects repriseals on Cathcart ban from U S
London February 24 The British government will consider no proposal to reprises for barring the Countess of Cathcart from entering the United States. Foreign Secretary Sir Austen Chamberlain told the House of Commons the question of admission rests with American authorities and it is their business to decide who may be admitted.
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London
A. P
Countess of Cathcart
United States
Austen Chamberlain
House of Commons
Austen
Cobb marital adventures exposed in Alabama court records
In Dothan Alabama Noel Cobb faces new details of his alleged wife histories. Officials report that Margaret Farmer of Dothan was not legally married to Cobb despite his belief. Jeffersonville Indiana officials confirm no marriage on December 17 records.
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Dothan
Aln
A. P
Noel Cobb
Nashville
Cobb
Miss Farmer
Jeffersonville
Ind
Cob
Merve
Charles B. Farmer
Indianapolis
Virginia Illingsworth
Agnes Scott
Heie
Margaret Farmer
Delhan
Ala
Charles K. Zollman
Charles B
Farmer
Congress Committees Hear Education Plan Opens
Joint hearings on the Curtis bill to establish a national department of education began in Washington. The Senate and House committees opened the discussion on February 24 as part of a push for a unified education policy.
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Congress
Washington
Bya. P
Heddings
Gurtis
Department of Education
Senate
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Gatewood
Michael Strange
John Barrymore
Indiana Church
Community House
Busseys
Bayou
Sanford
Red River Area
Petit Jury
Wintry Bay State
American Bankers League
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