Chicago man arrested on counterfeiting charges
Melchoir Armato, a wealthy treasurer of a Chicago can maker, is under arrest accused of manufacturing about $200,000 in counterfeit $20 bills. Federal agents traced activities to his factory and copper, zinc, and acids purchases. Investigators seek links to Keith Southern, once aiding US Secret Service, once close friends now enemies.
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International News Service
Chicago
Melchoir al- Mato
Armato
Keith Southern
Secret Service
Southern
Disturbing Knowledge Quotation Reflects on Awareness
A reflective line notes the unsettling idea that what a person knows they do not know troubles more than what they does not know. The quote emphasizes epistemic humility and the peril of unknown gaps in understanding.
Star of Wales Meeting to Discuss Changes at Chicago Convention
Star of Wales Lodge No. 60 True Ivorites of America will hold a regular meeting Saturday evening to discuss constitutional changes up for consideration at the annual Chicago convention. The lodge’s will is to be determined and New Castle delegates will be instructed accordingly.
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Order
Chicago
Star of Wales Lodge
No. 60
True Ivorites of America
New Castle
First Marconi Radio Guarded At Exposition
A small but valuable first Marconi receiving set drew special guards at a London Albert Hall radio exposition. The unassuming set served as the centerpiece of a museum exhibit on the development of radio technology.
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Marconi
International News Service
London
Albert Hall
Legion To Open Fall Activities With Free Feed
The American Legion starts fall activities tonight with a free feed and smoker. Ex service men are welcome and invited to attend as Commander Ed C. Hoye expects a crowd while Bill Fleming and K P crew organize the event with plans for sandwiches and festivities.
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Legion
American Legion
Bill Fleming
Biltmore Hotel
Ed C. Hoye
Spanish Troops At Gates Of Ajdir Bulletin
Paris dispatch reports Spanish troops near Ajdir are at the gates of the citadel of Abd El Krim. The foreign office states the entrance is imminent and awaits improved Spanish supply services.
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Ajdir
International News Servie
Paris
Abd-El-Krim
Foreign Office
Pennsylvania Leads East In Amount Of Gas Tax
Pennsylvania collected more gasoline tax revenue in the first half of 1925 than all but California, totaling 4.66 million dollars. The state ranked high in vehicle registrations, with 1,205,287 autos, as overall U S gasoline tax receipts reached 60.1 million dollars for six months with most directed to road work.
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Pennsylvania
George H. Manning
Washington
the News
California
United States
New York
New Jersey
Massachusetts
Illinois
Keystone
Ohio
U. S. Bureau of Public Roads
Freshmen Sing Westminster Hymn at Pep Meeting
Westminster College students prepare for the Friday pep meeting in the college chapel. The Frosh will render the Westminster Hymn under Dr Franz Bellinger with several rehearsals completed. Talks by team members and coaches are also on the program as hundreds plan to attend the Beaver Falls trip to see Geneva.
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Westminster College
Westminster
Franz Bellinger
Conservatory of Music
Beaver Falls
Geneva
City Police Staffing Ratios Highlight Urban Law Enforcement
A study shows American cities average one police officer for every 1,000 residents. The finding underscores staffing pressures in urban areas and implications for public safety budgets.
Pretty Girls Dumb Says Pageant Head
Seattle Washington October news quotes Armand T Nicholas, director general of the Atlantic City beauty pageant, calling many top contestants dumb and critiquing modern dress and behavior. He predicts a return to modest styles and fewer cosmetic trends.
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Seattle
Wash
America
Armand T. Nicholas
Geneal
Atlantic City
Nicholas
Reprint Ad Claims S S S Blood Purifies Rheumatism Cure
An old advertisement touts S S S as a blood purifier that removes impurities to cure rheumatism. It promises the buildup of red blood cells, easing swollen joints and muscle pain, claiming vitality and lasting health from continued use. The copy urges readers to buy larger bottles.
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