Court ruling ends dry law fight signals bleak future
Wet interests foretell no more litigation after Supreme Court decision. Brewers and distillers say enforcement of the Volstead Act will curb beer and liquor moves until Congress revises the intoxicating definition. Attorneys and officials in New Jersey and New York react with caution while political figures weigh implications for campaigns.
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Sugems Court
Supreme Court
William Torney
New York State Brewers Association
Congress
J. Keltenbach
Ae Wholesale Distillers
Aesociation of
United States
Ignor
Jeakimen B J. Schaefer
State Brewers’ Association
Root
Root, Park, Buckner & Howland
Elihu Hugh Whon
Europe
Charles E. Hughes
William D. Guthrie
Edwards
Terrey
New Jersey
Sea Girt
Bryan's Prohibition Speech Draws Cameras in Chicago
In Chicago on June 7, William J. Bryan spoke shortly after the Supreme Court's prohibition decisions. A crowd of camera operators urged action as Bryan, applauding the ruling, delivered remarks with a smile and gestures before leaving the stage.
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Chicago
Supreme Court
William J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Edwards Seen as Prohibition Repeal Candidate
The Supreme Court has dashed hopes in that direction and may pivot to a candidate who will push repeal of the prohibition amendment. Governor Edwards is expected to issue a flat pledge to work for repeal if nominated and elected President.
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Supreme Court
Edwards
Vestris Sets Record Buenos Aires to New York Voyage
The Lamport and Holt liner Vestris completed the Buenos Ayres to New York run in 16 days 17 hours 41 minutes, despite lay overs at Montevideo Rio de Janeiro and Barbados. The faster passage beat the previous Lamport and Holt record set by the Vauban at 19 days 6 hours.
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Buenos Ayres
New York
Lamport & Holt
Vestris
Pier 9
Brooklyn
Montevideo
Rio de Janeiro
Barbados
Scotland
Vauban
Lamport & Holt Line
Pen-Scratch Will Stands in Probate Case
Jane Frank Stone, former president of the National Animal and Chemical Agency, signed a will by scratch and was admitted to probate by Judge Radford. Grace Stone Loyd of Lynchburg claims the testator was of unsound mind. The estate is estimated at $700,000 with Loyd to receive $10,000 outright and income from $100,000, principal to revert to her children at her death.
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Waun
Wenn
Jaane Frank Stone
National Aniline and Chemical Agency
Radford
Grace Stone Loyd
Lynchburr
State Buys Convict a Leg for $200 at Ossining
Ossining June 7 Joseph Delucci recently admitted to Sing Sing became a state guest to receive a new artificial leg at the expense of taxpayers. His left leg was amputated before sentencing. He was moved from Sing Sing to Great Meadows prison at Constock to be fitted before work. The leg will cost about $200 for the prison department.
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Ossining
Joseph Delucci
Sing Sing
Delucci
Great Meadows
Comstock
Supreme Court Upholds Dry Amendment
The text discusses the Supreme Court upholding a dry amendment and the balance of enforcement between Congress and states. Chief Justice White explains the concurrent enforcement powers and rejects the idea that joint action is required to render the prohibition effective, emphasizing the amendment’s intent to enforce temperance through both national and state authorities.
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Congress
United
White
McKenna
Final Knockout of the Wet Forces Echoed on Broadway
The Supreme Court ruling on the prohibition acts stirred New York as crowds deserted restaurants and saloons after showtime. Harlem and the Bronx showed resilience with brisk nightlife. prices rose on 125th Street while other districts saw near empty hours. Justice McReynolds joined in an opinion signaling restraint on a blanket ruling, highlighting the broader legal struggle over enforcement across federal and state lines.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Broadway
Reisenweber’s
Fifty-eighth Street
Churchill's
Shanley’s
Palais Royal
Hotel Astor
Harlem
Bronx
125Th Street
Supreme Court
Supreme Court Upholds Eighteenth Amendment Prohibition
Wayne B Wheeler and John F Kramer welcome the ruling as a landmark prohibition victory. Officials say enforcement will be easier with clearer guidance, while the Volstead Act storage issue awaits October 4 reconvening of the court.
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Supreme Court
Wayne B. Wheeler
Anti-Saloon League of America
Congress
St Preme Court
John F. Kramer
Federal Prohibition
Kramer
Aged ex Commander Dies After Collapse in Parade
Henry E. Smith of Worcester, 79, oldest ex commander of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts, died in Boston after fainting near the parade route. He had escorted Governor Coolidge into the State House and collapsed on the sidewalk before rejoining the march. He was taken to a hospital where he died.
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Boston
Henry E. Smith
Worcester
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company
Massachusetts
Smith
Governor Coolidge
State House
General Electric Fans for Hot Weather Productivity
A defense of GE fans arguing that high temperatures harm work and efficiency. Fans reduce overhead by preventing delays in production shipments and collections, maintaining worker comfort and performance during extreme heat.
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General Electric
Secret of Hudson Supremacy in the Super-Six Motor
The article extols the Hudson Super-Six for exceptional smoothness and durability. It claims vibration reduction, extended life, and economical service, noting over 100000 cars in service and nearly five years of experience backing the strength of its exclusive principle.
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Hudson
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W. 27Th St
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