Fourth Bandit Captured In Drake Hotel Robbery
Chicago dispatch reports James Woods, 24, the fourth member of a five man gang that raided the Drake Hotel, shot cashier Frank B. Rodke, then was captured at Jefferson Park Hospital. Two bandits were slain, two in custody facing murder charges. the fifth is still at large with $3,500 stolen. State's Attorney Crowe prepares indictments for robbery and murder.
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Clararnational News Service
Chicago
James Woods
Drake Hotel
Frank B. Rodke
Jefferson Park Hospital
Woods
Joseph W. Holmes
Jack Hil
Crowe
Holmesag
Two Aviators Die In Pitcairn Field Crash
Logan R. Black a 22 year old aviator from Woodmont Pennsylvania and Roger Bispham 19 of Philadelphia died when their aircraft crashed 200 feet from Pitcairn aviation field yesterday witnesses say the plane went into a side slip and nosedived into the ground Black died instantly Bispham died en route to Abington hospital Both men were socially prominent and the crash occurred late yesterday afternoon local police and witnesses reported the tragic accident.
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International News Service
Brynathyn
Logan R. Black
Woodmont
Roger Bispham
Philadelphia
Pitcairn Aviation Field
Black
Abington Hospital
Eva Witadases
Thea Plang
Arthur Mometer's Rural Lament on Rest Before the Road
A light verse celebrates a farmer turning 76 and planning a trip to visit towns like Waterloo and Timbuctoo. It notes his toil through wheat rust and monsoons, his crops and stored goods, and his plan to leave his acres to tour and relax with friends.
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Waterloo
Kankakee
Timbuctoo
Blimburg
Nile
Plan For Bryan Funeral Turns Violent Murder Scene
NY officers report two masked men used hammers in a fatal attack on Louis Leonardi, a laborer, inside his apartment in Bulltown New York. The assailants fled after a misdirected murder, leaving the death hammer at the scene as Leonardi died from a fractured skull while his wife and child witnessed the assault.
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Bullyton
International News Service
New York
Louis Leonardi
Lef
Cou Troli
Leonarda
Leonardi
Simple Services To Mark Finneral Of William J. Bryan
William Jennings Bryan will be buried among military heroes in Arlington as an Apostle of Peace. His widow rejected military honors, asking for a private burial as a private citizen, avoiding artillery caisson, bands, and pomp. Continuation of the report notes the war department offered honors but were declined.
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International News Service
Washington
William Jennings Bryan
Arlington
Valhalla
Chopin
Potomac
War Department
Bryan
Britain Prepares For Coal Strike
London reports an impending mine workers strike at midnight, with civilians sworn in as police to avert disorders. Prime Minister Baldwin held talks, miners warn only a miracle can prevent stoppage, and a general strike threatens Britain’s industry and transport. Fascists volunteer for police service amid rising tensions and potential clashes.
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England
Bryan’s Body Lies In State At Washington
William Jennings Bryan returned to Washington to lie in state. Funeral plans call for services Friday with Mrs Bryan declining military honors. International News Service reports crowds greeted the funeral train as the nation mourned the “apostle of peace” and prepared for interment on Arlington slopes beside America’s hero.
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Arlington Cemetery
Washington
William Jennings Bryan
Admiral Dewey
Bryan
International News Service
Mar
Peace
Arlington
America
Young Ohio Judge Faces Liquor Conspiracy Charges
TOLEDO July 30 Judge John E Tanney of Erie county claimed as the youngest US judge was free on 2500 bond after arraignment before US Commissioner F L Gaines on a conspiracy charge in a liquor ring unearthed under federal prohibition law. Four other arrests followed including Harvey Andrews Hyrlia Lee Ames Russell Keller and Anthony Snyder. Additional arrests on federal prohibition charges were expected today as twenty warrants were issued in a widespread cleanup by federal agents.
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International News Service
Toledo
Ohio
John E. Tanney
Erie County
United States
F. L. Gaines
Tanney
Ave
Harvey Andrews
Hlyria
Sandusky
Cedar Point
Lee Ames
Vermillion
Sandy Beach
Russell Keller
Anthony Snyder
Ames
Snyder
Andrews
Kellar
Fédéral
Bowdoin Expedition Wedges In Pack In Radio Message
A radio dispatch from Commander MacMillan to the National Geographic Society reports the flagship Bowdoin of the MacMillan Arctic expedition wedged in the Margalla Pass. The message, dated July 30, describes the ship's difficult position and the crew's status as they navigate the pack ice. The dispatch confirms ongoing expedition difficulties and seeks guidance for rescue or assistance efforts.
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Washington
MacMillan Arctic Expedition
Margilla
Commander MacMillan
National Geographic. Society
Aviator Dies From Burns After Plane Crash Near Pittsburgh
Lieut. Thomas Cagel aged 26 marine aviator died in Columbia hospital from burns suffered when his plane crashed near Pittsburgh yesterday. He and Private H. C. Kildow were on a scouting trip from Akron when engine trouble forced an emergency repair attempt and the fuel tank exploded.
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F International News Service
Pittsburgh
Thomas Cagel
Columbia
Cagel
H. C. Kildow
Akron
Japanese Cabinet Expected to Quit in Crisis
Tokyo reports Japan faces a cabinet crisis as the entire coalition government contemplates resignation over Premier Taknaki Kata's tax program. Kensetkai and Setyuket members clash over fiscal proposals, signaling a potential historic reshuffle.
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Tokio
Japan
Setyuket
Kensetkai
Taknaki Kata
Kansetkai
Fire at Westchester Biltmore Country Club Burns Four Buildings
International News Service reports July 30 that fires swept four Westchester Biltmore Country Club structures including two residences a gun club and a gate house. Police hold two men and guests woke to smoke as flames spread. Motive undetermined but suspected arson. panic spread through the club’s sleeping guests.
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International News Service
Harrison
Westchester Biltmore Country Club
Westchester
New York
Pollen
Tha
Ali
Britain faces complete industrial paralysis danger
London brokers fear a total strike by 1 600 000 coal miners at midnight Friday. J H Thomas warns the Trades Union Congress plans an embargo on coal and allied action if the stoppage begins. First clashes erupt in London and Wales as Baldwin seeks to avert crisis. Fascists and Communists clash in Hyde Park while Welsh miners attack Ammanford. Police are overwhelmed as 4 000 miners raid mines and pump safety men. Continued on page two.
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David M. Churgh
London
Britain
J. H. Thomas
Thomas
Oneral Council
Trades Union Congress
Wales
Baldwin
Hyde Park
Ammanford
Saron
Coroner's Jury Blames Driver For Girl's Death
Coroner J P Caldwell convened a jury to review the death of a girl struck on the Crescentdale road near New Castle Beaver. Testimony indicated variations in speed estimates and fault attributed to Mitchell Rudiak for driving carelessly. jury blamed driver for the fatal accident dated Sunday July 26 about 10:30 p.m. Witnesses included the four young men in the car and others who rode with the girl. The verdict was signed by six jurors. The district attorney may pursue further action.
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Marr Hoogers
Crescentdale
New Castle-Beaver Road
Mitchell Rudiak
Samuel Winternitz
Harvey Carpenter
Reed English
J. M. McMillin
H. K. Bell
James Johnson
L. ©. Mantz
J. P. Caldwell
RL. Hildebrand
Slippery Rock to Observe Centennial Week Beginning Sunday
Slippery Rock marks its centennial with a week of events starting Sunday. A 230 pm organ concert by the New Castle Consistory choir opens in the normal chapel, followed by a sermon by Dr. H. C. Gamble. The schedule includes parades, addresses by officials, a memorial bridge dedication, a coon hunt, and a pageant titled The Tale of a Century, ending August 8 with an outdoor presentation of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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New Castle
Lawrence County
Slippery Rock
Butler County
State Normal
Normal
Butler
Wolf Creek
Howard J
George T. Waingartner
Jordin
C. G. Jordan
Lawrence Kounty
Frank B. Wills
Mercer
Newcastle
Sandter Wills
Bullion Caan
Venango County
Stephen Cooper
Indiana
Rug Bandits Loot Chicago Store for $20,000
Burglars broke into Albert Boggein’s west side Chicago store early today and fled with rugs valued at $20,009. The heist, reported by International News Service, adds another theft to the city’s crime wave as investigators probe for leads.
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Chicago
C International News Service
Albert Boggein
West Side
Bombing Outrage Shocks South New Castle At 2 AM
Four people escaped injury as bombs partially wrecked the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Verino on Martha Street Sheep Hill. The blast created a three by eighteen inch hole in the foundation tore weather boards doors and shattered glass within 150 feet. County Detective Dunlap probes suspect revenger and a strange man seen in the area recently.
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Leo Verino
Martha Street
Sheep Hill
Jack Dunlap
Verino
Day
Dunlap
Brown To Head Board Of Trade
Brown elected president of the New Castle Board of Trade to serve during the coming year at the noon election by the reorganized board of directors at the Elka Club. Thomas W. Dickay re-elected treasurer. two vice presidents to be named from members at a September 10 meeting after a luncheon at the Elks Club.
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Brown
New Castle Board of Trade
Elka Club
James HK. Love
Thomas W. Dickay
Board of
Elks Club
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