07 Mar 1929
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Newspaper
Mount Pleasant Daily Times
Location
Mount Pleasant, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1929
Page
1
United Press reports decisive campaigns recaptured Vera Cruz and Monterey. The Mexican federal government aims to divide rebel forces at Juarez and press toward consolidation of control across key positions.
El Paso Texas March 7 With the international bridge between El Paso and Juarez closed thirsty Americans stayed thirsty today instead of drinking beer in Mexican saloons. Guards at the American end stopped a constant stream of anti YVO protesters though one man yelled Let em fight I dont give a whoop but they ought not to cut off the liquor supply The scene reflects cross border tensions over prohibition era restrictions.
United States grants formal permit for 2,000 Mexican federal troops to move from Matamoros on the Gulf of Mexico to Juarez. In Vera Cruz, federal forces recaptured the city after a long siege, with rebel leaders reportedly killed. Government says heavy fighting occurred with substantial bloodshed, as offensives renew in the north and rebels in Sonora rush to meet the federal assault.
Multiple farm sales announced for March 12 and 13. John Schupbach, Jacob Carrick and Owen Conley plan horse cattle and implements auctions at rural residences near Mt Pleasant Coleman and Weidman with varied directions. Sale times include 12:30 and 22:80 oclock. Auctioneers S C Forney J M Marshall Davis McCall and others. Sale lists to appear in March 6 issue.
Lansing Maine U P Rep Thui introduces a bill to repeal the five day waiting period for marriage licenses. Civil services would be established in counties under a separate bill by Rep Palmer.
Minnesota couple August and Minnie Anderson, longtime prisoners for drunkenness, marked their silver anniversary in custody. Judge Manley Foseen added 60 days to Anderson and 10 more days to Minnie after court heard both admitted intoxication. Bailiff John Larson recalled their 25-year marriage as they were sent back to the workhouse together.
In Nebraska City a district court jury found Garrett Snyder intoxicated by a spoonful of liquor after he offered to pay for a meal for Violet Ovendon, a school teacher. The conviction upheld by twelve jurors recommends leniency.
The body of Mrs Melissa Catlin aged seventy six was brought to the city today for burial. She was a former resident and the widow of Orrin Catlin who died eleven years ago. Her son Gordon Catlin lives in Lincoln township. Funeral services will be Friday at 1:00 PM at Stinson chapel with Rev M E Reusch officiating. burial in Riverside cemetery.
Detroit resident Mrs Edna Greiner becomes the city's first and only woman prize fight manager Her stable includes her cousin Frankie Mack whom she calls the best puncher in his weight class The claim reflects her early inspiration during a visit to Corning New York and follows her emergence in boxing circles
Sale commences at 10 oclock with Thos Groves as auctioneer Albert Graham elected. Sale list will appear in issue of March 8 percent.
President Hoover formally summons Congress to an extra session set for April 15 to consider farm relief and tariff revision. Reports say he may seek repeal of the national origins provision of the 1924 immigration act and transfer of prohibition enforcement from the treasury to the justice department.
A church advertisement invites the community to a roast beef supper at the Methodist church on Friday March 8 starting at 5 30 PM until all are served. Proceeds support church activities.
Sylvester Johnson known as Vet Johnson died at his East Michigan street home after several weeks illness. He was eighty three and a Civil War veteran with long city residence. His wife Mrs Johnson died last August and he lived with his children since. Funeral services Saturday forenoon at Stinson chapel 10530 o'clock with Rev J A Rowe and Rev M E Reusch officiating.
The supply ship Eleanor Belling, commanded by Richard E. Byrd, reached Dunedin New Zealand today bearing marks from storms faced 1200 miles south of New Zealand.
Miami police named Tom Walsh, longtime Rothstein bodyguard, as the man killed in a Coral Gables hotel card game. Arthurs L. Clark lay wounded with a bullet to the chest as detectives report a dispute over cards sparked the shooting.
In Lansing on March 7, members debated a three fourths mill property tax bill by Rep. Gus T. Hartman to fund a 20 million bond issue for a state building program. Gov. Green opposes property tax increases and favors a permanent income tax.
Durfee Realty Company advertises a three day event at Barnhard and Bishopstore. Police arrested three suspects and held Clark under guard after a disordered room lacked gun cards or money. Clark refused to answer questions saying he did not care to tall.
Mrs. C. Vance announces the local flag contest has surpassed the required entries with seven more children enrolled bringing total to 25. Names listed include Jeanette Houghtaling Lucille Winterburg Elle Lambert Helen Michael William Bunker Ada Rice and William Morrison. Supplies are distributed and Page Five offers the first of 75 questions. Reprints will be available at the Daily Times office within days. Only eight days remain to join as a member.
The Presbyterian general council adopted an overture to admit women as ministers evangelists and elders on equal terms with men. The proposal will go to the general assembly in St Paul Minnesota in May for a vote by the presbyteries after congregations decide for themselves.
A Swedish government censorship study shows Americans supplied 2,304 of last year’s 4,934 films. Swedish films accounted for 1,918 and other foreign concerns for 712. The majority of titles were feature pictures with 2,729, while 2,205 were news reels and scenic films.
Standard Oil of Indiana reports 1928 net earnings of 83,437,166 dollars or 8.33 dollars per share, a new high beyond 1927 and 1926 figures. The gain includes an 21,821,870 dollar extra cash dividend from Midwest Refinery, though earnings without it still set a record.
Relief ships and crews rushed to Sao Vicente after a Grand Ravine landslide buried numerous houses. The death toll was estimated at 100 with five bodies recovered, according to Madeira island advices.
Severe northwest gales roared across the central states, killing one man and injuring 15 in Detroit and surrounding areas. Winds up to 60 mph toppled signs and chimneys, shattered windows, triggered fires, and left tens of thousands without power as cities from Detroit to Chicago faced widespread damage and travel disruption.
Government scientists warned that a tsunami could strike the Hawaiian islands following an Alaska earthquake. Ships along the Pacific and at Honolulu were told to take precautions as radio stations relayed alerts. A previous massive surge dried reefs and stranded ships briefly, but damage was limited.
District tournament play at Alma opens with Class 2 matchups including Sacred Heart Academy versus Blanchard and McBridt versus Memill. Byes go to Bannister Weidman Shepherd Ashley Middleton. Tonight the Indians face Alma in Class B. Mt Pleasant sits out awaiting the winner. In Class C Clare meets Ithaca, with St Louis Breckenridge and Edmoreall drawing byes. Winners advance to regional action next week.
MEMPHIS Tenn Mar. Ton(U R) reports psychologist Dr Warl Barnes admitting psychology fails to calm a suspicious wife. He notes men asked how to win wives and fool them while away from home, and he recommends simply telling the truth.
In Lansing a bid to strip the administrative board of highway location power failed as lawmakers approved a bill creating 600 more miles of trunkline. In Washington a $50 million allotment for river and harbor improvements in the United States and Hawaii was announced by the secretary of war. Visit the Spartan Radio exhibit lnt Barnhard and Bishop store Durfee Realty Company. 82-83 AA.
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