Airplanes circling Lake Michigan ice search for missing fisherman
Three airplanes searched the icy Lake Michigan waters near Little Traverse Bay for Lewis Sweet, an Alanson fishing guide, who vanished after a blizzard swept him from Crane Island vicinity. Weather hampered visibility as planes, using skis, scouted Crane, Grass, and nearby islands, while hopes rested on his possibly landing on an island or escaping the pack.
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Petoskey
U.P
Michigan
Fishéhiff
Lewis’ Sweet
Alanson
Sweet
Lake Michigan
Little Traverse
Boarch
Grass Village
Lake Mithigafi
Lewis Sweet
Téitbcrance Island
Straits of Mackinad
Crane Island
Gaudbrind Big Islands
Conmercial
Nlane
Talbert Abrams
Latisify
Lisut
Cobb
Galien
Beaver Islands
iilSsing
Chester Lée
Walter Scott
Lee
Scott
Taint Sol Corrects 1909 Maxwell Note in Times
The Times clarifies a 1909 file item misissued as current news. William W. Maxwell allegedly left for Whitearth Minnesota Tuesday and remains in Mt Pleasants, a Twenty Years Ago item misfiled as regular news.
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William W. Maxwell
the Times
Whitearth
Minnesota
Maxwell
Mt. Pleasants
Alma College band schedules longer Thumb to southeast Michigan tour
Alma College band under Prof. J. W. Ewer will depart for its annual southeastern Michigan tour. The itinerary includes Pontiac St John’s Fowlerville Croswell Harbour Beach Bad Axe and more towns this year. The ensemble features a varied repertoire of marches overtures and popular pieces.
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Alma
Alma College
Michio
Pontic
St. Johns
Fowlerville
Croswell
Harbour Beach
Bad Axe
Two More Ships Calling For Aid
New York January 25. The Merritt Chapman and Scott Salvage Company reported two more ships in distress off Bermuda and Cuba. The Fernlane, a Norwegian motorship, needs a tow for a broken rudder and stern frames, while the Dixiano is stranded on a reef on Cuba’s south coast.
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New York
U.P
Merritt Chapman — and Scott Salvage Company
Fernlane
Bermuda
Insanity Blamed For Ohio Tragedy
Akron Ohio January 25 George Thomas 30 relieved temporarily insane shot and killed his four year old son Robert and wounded his two year old daughter Rose as she lay in a crib gouged his wife Helen eyes may be blinded for life then killed himself Thomas wife 22 examined by doctors who said she would likely be blind for life The couple married in Lorain November 16 1922 after a long bitter quarrel authorities said Thomas died six hours after drinking poison and begging forgiveness
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Akron
U.P
George Thomas
Robert
Thomas
Lorain
Rose
Helen
Vienna Dissolves Six Yugoslav Parties Under King Policy
Dispatches say six Yugoslav political parties were dissolved in Belgrade as part of King Alexander’s non political government policy. Their headquarters were sealed yesterday.
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Vienna
U.R
Alexander
Belgrade
Michigan State Banks Show Gains in 1928 Deposits and Loans
Michigan state banks led a year end 1928 rise with more than 70 million dollars in commercial deposits and savings. The 585 banks and 10 industrial banks reported increases in loans, discounts, savings, and securities, signaling overall improvement versus 1927.
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Michigan
Lansing
U.P
State Department of Banking
Queer Contrast in South American Travel Modes
A South American transport panorama contrasts mule drawn streetcars in Guayaquil with new Lima Guayaquil air service and high Andean railways. The piece notes gauge changes, foreign engineering, and defense influenced rail planning across nations including Brazil and Peru.
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S. American
Themas
S. Stokes
United Press State
Guayaquil
Ecuador
Lima
Peru
South Amer
South America
Andes
Henry Meiggs
United States
Spain
Brazil
Rio de Jan
Prominent Faculty to Stage Unique Jan 28 Show at Centre
Central State Teachers College Mt Pleasant faculty plan a dramatic entertainment Monday evening January 28 at 8 15 pm in the college auditorium. The management promises a unique and outstanding production with months of preparation by professors, featuring a theatrical display that preserves dignity and showcases varied talents. Rumors say co ed curfews may be suspended for this mammoth event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central State Teachers College
Mt. Pleasant
Phis
Stewart Battles At Headquarters In Board Fight
Stewart directs a public battle to keep the chairmanship of Standard Oil Company of Indiana. He denounces charges about Continental Trading Company dealings and rejects personal gain claims raised in a senate inquiry. Target is Thomas M. Debevoise who seeks to end Stewart’s role with Indiana Standard Oil.
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Chicago
U.P
Robert W. Stewart
Standard Oil Company of Indiana
Stewart
Continental
Senate
Ile
Thomas M. Debevoise
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Indiana Standard Oil Company
Signal Reading Blamed for Calcutta Tragedy
In Calcutta on January 25 a military air disaster is attributed to pilots misreading ground signals. Three bombs were dropped on a group of 11 soldiers near Pesha war, killing them. Poor visibility led crews to read All clear instead of Don t draw bombs, per the investigation.
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Calcutta
U.P
Royal Flying. Coms
Peshawar
Lindbergh South American trip planned within 80 days
Pan American Airways announced Col Charles A Lindbergh plans a South American journey within 80 days. Lindbergh is to depart New York February 4 arrive in Panama February 6 and begin return to the United States February 11 or 12. In Budapest a Romanian train wreck avalanche buried forty passengers with some rescued.
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New York
Jan
U.P
Pan American Airways
Charles. A. Lindbergh
Lindbergh
Panama
United States
Budapest
Hungary
Turnumagurele
Lita
Andes Railways Defy Distance With Illusive Tracks
The article notes a 600 mile direct span between Bello and Hovisante taking three days by rail. Reportedly contractors exploited a contract loophole to maximize rail laid, causing looping routes that double back along rugged Andean slopes. Majestic snow peaks and Swiss-like vistas are described along these climbs.
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Eiro
Bello Hovisante
Andes
Switzerland
Rocky Mountains
Man and wife face poisoning charge in Flint
Flint, Jan 25. Autopsy on Thomas Frasier Loree 59 after his death last December led to the arrest of Edward Vogle 76 and his wife Emma 57. Investigators say Loree’s death appeared from poison and that Loree’s housekeeper Mrs. Fogle stood to gain about 30000 dollars in deeds recorded just before loree died. Relatives were consulted and autopsy results were sent to Lansing for examination.
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Flint
U.P
Thomas Frasier Loree
Edward Vogle
Emma
F. D. Johnson
Loree
Fogle
Lansing
Spanish Premier Fails To Gain Improvement
London reports from Bordeaux quoting Madrid that General Primo de Rivera premier of Spain showed no improvement last night and conditions around his health caused anxiety according to a United Press dispatch. The note reflects concern over the premier's condition and the uncertain political climate in Spain.
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London
U.P
Bordeaux
Madrid
Miguel Primo
de Rivera
Spain
Condition Of Foch Much Improved
Paris reports Marshal Ferdinand Foch has improved from heart attacks and a kidney disorder. Physicians will discontinue daily bulletins and issue updates irregularly. He still may not receive visitors.
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Paris
U.P
Ferdinand
Foch
Seamen Rescued From Storm Wreck Off Atlantic
Thirty five sailors from the Florita were saved by Captain George Fried and the rescue ship America after the Italian freighter listing in heavy seas. The crew were transferred to safety as the Florida buckled and began to sink, with the captain the last to abandon ship.
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New York
U.P
Columbus
George Fried
America
Atlantic
Florida
Fried
United States
Virginia Capes
Central State Eyes Conference Lead In Key Michigan Clash
Central State battles Ypsilanti in a pivotal Michigan Collegiate Conference showdown. The Bearcats seek to stay atop the standings after recent wins, while Ypsi looks to dent their rival’s tilt with a strong road challenge. The outcome could decide this year’s league championship.
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Central State
Ypsilanti
Michigan
Drs Ambeaten
Bearcats
Detroit City
College
Western
M.C. C
Ypsi
Ovez
Central
Yosi
Detroit City College
Ferris Institute
Lodewyk
Defrnge
Tragic Montana bonfire kills three young brothers
In Butte Montana on January 25 a small bonfire built in a paper box led to a fatal blaze. Three children aged four three and one died when the fire spread from the box into their home as they hid under a bed. The blaze caused the destruction of Joseph Hendra’s house.
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Butte
Montana
Joseph Hendra
Joseph
Richard Hendra
Yongumedl
Daniel
Auction Sale Notice near Rosebus and Delwin
William Kowallis will sell at his residence three miles east and 1 1 2 miles west of Rosebus or 1 2 miles west and 11 2 miles north of Delwin. The sale lists horses cattle and implements feed and more. Sale starts at 12 80 o'clock. J My Marshall auctionseer Ray Matterson clerk. List appears in January 28 issue.
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William Kowallis
Ann
Rosebus
Delwin
J. My Marshall
Ray Matterson
Detroit Contractor Arrested in Sturgis Bank Holdup Case
Ralph A. Wood and Cecil Holt were arrested in Wyandotte and at the St. Joseph county jail on charges of complicity in the December 17 Sturgis National Bank robbery. Five men escaped with 15000 in cash and 60000 in negotiable securities. Witnesses identified Wood and Holt as two of the bandits. The case ties to an alleged plot involving Mrs Grace Wood and life insurance motives.
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Detroit
U.P
Ralph A. Wood
Grace Wood
Cecil Holt
Wood
Sturgis’ National Bank
Werei
Centerville
St. ‘Joseph County
Holt
J. T. Sloane
St. Joseph County
Sloane
Lawrence H. Niendorf
Wyandotte
Abbery
Joseph W. Parrish
Sturgis
Helen Craitte
Fhst
Aich
Priest Choiat
Wiliam MacParson
Isassignant
Charles’ Lambert
Parrish
Miab
Craine Wal
Arsuals. O
Ambrose Haggerty
William Thompson
Taylor Pierce
Herbert’ Sullivan
Haggerty
Ann Thompson
Pierce
Senator Oscar Underwood Dies at 76 Near Mount Vernon
Former Alabama senator Oscar Underwood died at his home near Mount Vernon Virginia after a December paralytic stroke. He passed peacefully with his immediate family and doctor present. News of his death led the senate to adjourn at once in respect, with tributes from Senator Heflin and Senator Curtis.
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Washington
U.P
Oscar Underwood
Alabama
Mt. Vernon
H.C. Latain
Underworld
Senate
Heflin
Alabam
Curtis
Democratic Party
John Coolidge Delay Amid Wedding Plans In Miami
In New Haven on January 25 article notes John Coolidge faces duty pressures while his fiancée Miss Florence Trumbull telegrams him about a Miami visit. A separate London court case reports a woman fined five dollars after a forty six minute hat purchase following a vehicle incident.
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New Haven
Conn
John Coolidge
Miami
Pettens
London
U.b
Team 10 Wins City Bowling League Playoff for Trophy
Team No. 10 defeated Team No. 6 in a four game playoff to claim the league silver trophy. The decisive final game score was 752 to 732, with high series honors going to Baily 218 and Steimer 209. Several teams remained tied for positions as the season ended.
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Retsee
Theiunissch
Spagnuola
Renwick
Brandstetter
Thruto
Steimer
Harford
Hammond
Pasaduins
Wheay
Baily
Murray
Steimel
Theunissen
Yeams
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Durfee Reilly
Ohio
Pride of Arkansas
State Teachers College
Conway
Ark
Margaret Denney
Nell.'Ballengé
Plainviews
Emeyeste
Mai S
Senvica
Tomoi
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