Under Secretary Sees Little Faith in Disarmament
London April 1 General disarmament is impossible while world wide international suspicion exists said Locker-Lampson under secretary for foreign affairs in the House of Commons in reply to Arthur Ponsonli. The statement marked the first government hint that real disarmament seems unlikely at present due to widespread distrust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Wray
International News
London
Loeker-Lampson
House of Commons
Arthur Ponsonli
Laborite
Locker-Lampson
Weatherman Delivers April Fools Blizzard Across Western PA
On April 1 the region woke to a winter blizzard with nearly an inch of snow in Pittsburgh, winds and dark skies. Oil City saw six inches of snow and 26 degrees in the morning, Franklin endured 3 inches and record cold, while towns like Hampton Station Clintonville and Rockland reported 17 degrees above zero. Venango county plows were out before dawn clearing main roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Oil City
Mercury
Bluebirds
Robins
Franklin
Hampton Station
Clintonville
Rockland
Venango County
State Highways Department
Kenneth Duncan
Chicago
Midwest
Kansas
Missouri
Topeka
Kansas City
Briand Cabinet Wins Budget Battle In Paris Chamber
The Briand government secures a balanced 1926 budget after an all night session in the Chamber of Deputies. Socialists abstain from confidence votes aiding passage. A controversial turnover tax rises market support while a late provision orders monopolies in oil and sugar sales in France. The measure hinges on Senate action and Socialist acceptance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry R. Flory
International News Service
Paris
Briand
Chamber of Deputies
Chamber
Senate
France
Tax Payments Exceed Last Year By Large Margin
Washington reports March income tax receipts will top 495 million dollars. By March 30 receipts stood at 492 million, about 64 million higher than a year ago. For the nine months ending in March the treasury collected 1.4155 billion, up 123.1 million from last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Washington
Winston
Treasury
Councilmen Salary Dispute Heard by Judge in New Castle
Judge Hildebrand heard mandamus arguments from Councilman Genkinger and others seeking $3000 annual salaries for Genkinger Davies and Tyler. Lawyers argued the 1913 act set $2000 for third class cities, amended by 1925 to $3000, with Porter and Burns contending the city must pass an ordinance. decision forthcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hildebrand
Louis Genkinger
W. Z. Burns
Genkinger
Davies
Tyler
A. Martin Graham
J. Norman Martin
Davies and Aiken
Braham
William McElwee, Jr
Porter
Wylie McCaslin
Burns
New Castle
Porter and Burns
Obregon Enters Presidency Race in Mexico City
Gener al Obregon formally announces his candidacy to succeed Callies in the Mexican presidency. He states the constitution has no obstacle to his standing again, following his arrival in the capital late last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Mexico City
Obregon
Mexico
Callies
Near Fist Fight On House Floor Between Two Representatives
On April 1 in Washington a near fist fight occurred on the House floor between Rep. Mills of New York and Rep. Rankin of Mississippi over a quorum call. Rankin swung at Mills but the blow was deflected by Rep. Garrett of Tennessee as other members intervened. Rankin accused Mills with a racial slur before the scuffle subsided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Washington
Mills
New York
Rankin
Mississippi
Nep. Garrett
Tennessee
Heenan Says Daughter Engaged To Browning
William Heenan of Hempstead New York says his daughter Frances under sixteen is betrothed to Edward W Browning known as the Cinderella Man Heenan plans to investigate Browning before consent despite roses and a promised engagement ring from Browning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
New York
Edward W. Browning
Frances Heenan
Mary Spas
Frances
Mary
Browning
William Heenan
Miss Heenan
Phi Lamba Tau Sorority
Hempstead
N. Y
Heenan
Wyoming Blizzard Hits Mountain Roads In April
A severe Wyoming blizzard raged through the mountains on April 1 toppling cold air over the state. Roads quickly became impassable as the storm moved eastward, bringing intense cold and hazardous travel conditions to the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Rock Springs
Wyo
Wyoming Mountain
Marriage Licenses List with Names and Residences
Marriage licenses issued for James H. Johnston and Jane E. Buchanan from New Castle. Charles Balla of Youngstown, Margaret Schmidt of New Castle. Mathias Binder of Ellwood City with Rosie Hellner. John H. Wilkinson of New Castle. Lola Agnes Kennedy of New Castle. John Victor Long of Struthers. Mildred F. Gulliford of Struthers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James H. Johnston
Wampum
Jane E. Buchanan
New Castle
Charles Balla
Youngstown
Margaret Schmidt
Mathias Binder
Ellwood City
Rosie Hellner
John H. Wilkinson
R. D
Lola Agnes Kennedy
John Victor Long
Struthers
Mildred F. Gulliford
Chapman Nears End Of Career
In Hartford on April 1, Gerald Chapman, the notorious bandit, faces execution in Wethersfield prison. His lawyers plan a last effort for a new trial by submitting four affidavits to State Superior Court Judge Marvin and, if needed, presenting them in person for examination. The appeal comes as Chapman awaits hanging next Monday night with slim chances of intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Hartford
Conn
Gerald Chapman
Chapman
Wethersfield Prison
State Superior Court
Marvin
Whittemore Faces Charge In Buffalo
In New York on April 1 Judge Koenig refused Governor Smith's request to turn Richard Reese Whittemore over to Buffalo authorities for murder. District Attorney Joab Banton ordered Whittemore released on his own recognizance to honor the governor. Three Buffalo detectives will take charge once the action is read into general sessions records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
New York
Morris Koenig
Smith
Richard Reese Whittemore
Buffalo
Joab Banton
Whittemore
General Sessions
Smallpox Case Reported in Connellsville Youth
In Connellsville Pennsylvania a 15 year old named Edward Murphy who moved from Herman Butler county has the first smallpox case here in a decade. Local health officials say about 300 Immaculate Conception school students will be vaccinated tomorrow to prevent an outbreak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Connellsville
Edward Murphy
Herman
Butler County
Immaculate Conception
Murphy
John Reis Retires From U S Steel After 75 Years In Industry
John Reis will retire April 1 as vice president of United States Steel, ending a 45 year career in iron and steel. Born 1861 in Niles Ohio, Reis helped drive industry growth from puddled iron to vast steel ingot production and led multiple firms across Michigan Tennessee Kentucky and Pittsburgh before joining US Steel. He is the last among a prominent family to exit the industry after seven decades of service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iron Trade Review
John Reis
United States Steel Corporation
New York
William Ellis Corey
Iron and Steel
Niles, C
George C. Reis
New Castle
Reis, Brown
Gogebic Furnace Co
Upper Michigan
Nashville Iron, Steel & Charcoal Co
West Nashville
Tenn
Tennessee Coal, Iron & Railroad Co
Birmingham
Watts Iron & Steel Syndicate, Ltd
Middlesboro
Oliver Iron & Steel Co
Pittsburgh
Lawrence Club to Remodel Mill Street Site for Temporary Use
Workmen began alterations at 125 North Mill street to convert an old frame house for Lawrence club use. Remodeling will take about 60 days, with the club occupying the North Mill street site until wrecking starts at the Mercer Falls corner location linked to the new community hotel. The Mill street property belongs to S. D. Pearson and will be temporary until quarried quarters can be arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Mill Street
Lawrence Club
Mercer and
Falls Street
Hostilry
Mauretania Fails In Rescue Of Selaham Crew
The Mauretania, under Captain Arthur Rostron, raced to aid the sinking Selaham but failed to reach her before Shirvan rescued all 28 aboard. Shirvan then carried the crew to Falmouth, England, as Selaham listed, with fires and capsizing danger reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cunard Line
Falmouth
England
Arthur Henry Rostron
Higgins Speaks At Legion Luncheon
John Higgins spoke at the Legion Lunch Club midday address in the Legion Home describing customer classes in a large department store and illustrating with cases. The American Legion meets Friday evening at 7 45 o clock in the Legion Home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion
John Higgins
la Ge
The
American Legion
Greece Applies Strict Measures To Prevent Outbreak
London reports the Greek government has enacted stern precautions and measures to avert a revolutionary outbreak under General Plastiras, following intelligence from Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
London
Plastiras
Athens
No Romance Claimed For Helen Wills In Rome
In Florence on April 1 Helen Wills is said to have no romance hindering her tennis career. California star’s intimates deny engagement rumors from Rome and clarify that Fred Moody of San Francisco is only a close friend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Florence
Italy
Helen Wills
California
Rome
Fred Moody
San Francisco
Miss Wills
Moody
Steamer Moravian Bridge In Distress Off Cape Henry
The American steamer Moravian Bridge is ten miles southeast of Cape Henry with disabled machinery and a 30 mile per hour gale endangering its safety. The cutter Carrabassett is dispatched to assist and should reach by noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International New Service
Norfolk
Cape Henry
Coast Guard
Carrabassett
Death of Martha Hunter and Sarah Elisabet in Wampum
A death notice records Martha Hunter of 400 South Pine Street and Sarah Elisabet of Wampum. The brief obituary notes William Snyder urns in Youngstown and mentions age references 18 and 74 in unclear context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha
Hunter
South Pine Street
Sarah Elisabet
Wampum
William
Snyder
Youngstown
Douthets
Drills Are Blocking Traffic As Midwest Storm Rages
The midwest endures a second blizzard with Topeka and Kansas City reporting heavy drifts and resumed traffic disruption. At least a dozen dead and over a million dollars in damage are noted as the storm advances east, with Illinois and Iowa yet to be hit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Missouri
Illinois
Iowa
Midwest
Further Probe In Impeachment Case Likely Tonight
Washington report states House moves to return impeachment charges against Federal Judge George W. English to the judiciary committee for further investigation. More than twenty representatives back the motion as bipartisan effort grows to argue the evidence does not merit impeachment. Six hours of debate remain with a final vote expected before adjournment and separate ballots on all five articles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Walker
Washington
House
Adays
Judiciary Committee
George W. English
East St. Louis
April Pool Brings Chilly Bleak Weather Says Spring Delayed
An old style notice describes an April Pool day with cold winds and wet streets. Miss Spring is delayed and Arthur Mometer Hts notes the weather is unsettled with chilly skies. The piece humorously laments the lack of sun and warmth. The forecast hints at eventual sunshine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spring
Also Mentioned on This Page
Britain
Weatherman
Betty Ann Rose
Ohio
Raven High School
Betty
Calles
Browning Appears Enthusiastic
Quer
Cinderella
Wyoming
Super-Bandit
U.S. Steel Corporation
Mesaba Range
Oliver Works
Shirvan
Tome
Mill Street
Mauretania
Selaham
Higgins
Greece
Arthur Mometer
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!