Typhoon Hurts Hong Kong Harbor Crowned by Loss of Life
A massive typhoon struck Hong Kong harbor this morning causing heavy loss of life and widespread damage. The Ming Sang steamer sank with all aboard except two officers saved. ships drifted toward the Royal Navy yard as the Empress of Australia rode out the storm. Communication to Kowloon was cut as winds toppled trees and blew cables down.
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Sy Associated Press
Hong Kong
Gies
Ming Sang
Seng
Indo- Chins -Steam Navigation Company
Royal navy_yard-seawrall
Maer
Empress of Australia
Kowoon
Nazil
Andre le Bon
Kow Loon
Stalled car pushed into river near Superior Wis
An oncoming mishap on the interstate led a group to push a stalled automobile into the river. Eight lesson learned motors avoided hot words as the crowd attempted to restart the vehicle or move on. A streetcar later carried them toward Dutath.
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Associated Freas
Wis
Former Oshkosh man is given prison term for embezzlement
Cleveland report says Dusan Wiskanat Dugan, a former Oshkosh secretary, pleaded guilty to embezzling over 16000 from J Carrigan a Cleveland steel magnate. He was sentenced to two to twenty years after a swift arraignment and sentencing. Dugan, a resident of Cleveland for about a decade, had been employed as a bookkeeper at a large wholesale brood house.
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Oshkosh
Associated Press
Cleveland
Wiskanat Dusan
Embemier
Fuinly
J. Carrigan
Cleveland Steel Magiate
Dugan
Montreal
Beers
Deposits at Home Bank of Canada Decline Reported
Deposits across the Home Bank of Canada head office and branches fell from 22,131,000 on May 31, 1923 to about 17,000,005. Officials expect examinations and advisories to continue as banks face a liquidity squeeze. Most losses were in small savings accounts while awaiting confirmation from Penging officials and authorities.
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Associated Press
Montral
Home Bank of Canada
New Wave of Whippings in Three States Reported
A new wave of whipings and floggings by mil bands drew authorities’ focus in three southern states Oklahoma Georgia and Texas. In Amarillo Sheriff Less Whittaker and four others were arrested for alleged participation while five men hunted near Wichita Falls for beating Lonnie Davis with a wet rope. Davis and Donald were seriously injured. Governor Walton faced threats as martial law was considered amid reports of dogting parties and widespread brutality. In Tulsa martial law extended to eight towns. Jenks leaders were detained for questioning and Deputy Moore was held as a suspect amid incitement charges.
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United Prese
Tulsa
Olka
Oklahoma
Georgia
Texas
Amarillo
Less ‘Whittaker
T. B McDonald
Southorities
Wichita
Falla
Lonnie Davis
Davie
Donald
J C. Waleton
Uhernor
Macon
Newman
Trovien
Binehide
Jenks
Moore
Bob
Campaign to Seize Balance of Power in Ten States
A Washington DC memorandum from the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment outlines plans to build support in ten or more pivotal states for the 1924 elections. Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin and California are named as key targets where repeal of the Volstead law is favored or possible. The group aims to expand membership and awaken public sentiment to influence party concessions on repeal or modification of prohibition laws.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Association Against
Massachusetts
Connecticut
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Ohio
Illinois
Wisconsin
California
Parents Welcome 21st Child in Robin dale Mining Town
In Robin dale near Johnstown, Mr and Mrs John Toman welcomed their twenty first child yesterday. Mrs Toman, 38, gave birth to a daughter. The Toman family, long based in the mining town, previously had five children and the father has supported a large household through years of work.
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Johnstown
John Te Tomen
Robindale
Toman
Tomans
Wheat leaders plan to limit production in Chicago meeting
A joint committee of wheat research gathered in Chicago to outline plans to curb wheat output. Attendees included representatives from the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, American Wheat Growers Association, and the American Farm Bureau Federation, signaling a move toward a regular utilization program for the industry.
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Joint Committee of Wheat Research of
Wheat Council of the
United States
Chicago
The
Chamber of Commerce of the
American Wheat Growers Associated
American Farm Bureau Federation
Oattern
Shna
George C. Jewett
Minneapolis
American Wheat
Associated
C. E. ‘Bradfute
American’ Farnt Buresa Federation
Sidney Anerson
Minnesota
Wheat ,Council-of-the-United States
Comi
Fttens US
Brosseau
New Yorks
I Drummond
Kansas’ City
Irwon
Philadelphia
Law of Moses in the Case of Adopted Child
In a landmark Minnesota ruling Judge Comstock reversed a probate court decree and recognized an adopted child as an heir at law of the natural parents. Martha Roberts, adopted at age five after her mother died, was included in inheritance as descent. The decision cites Moses and various ancient codes to uphold the inherited right.
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Pri Mankato
Comstock
Blue Earth County
Stinnesona
Alvins‘seia
State Bar Association
Henry L. Roberts
Marthe Roberts
Elizabeth. A. Owen
Kete McRoberts
Martha Roberts
Roberts
Moses
Fire at San Pedro oil storage reservoir averted
News report details a massive blaze at a General Petroleum reservoir in San Pedro California. Firefighters battled through 24 hours to prevent serious loss of life and property as 500000 barrels burned before the danger subsided.
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San Pedro
Calif
General Petroleum Company
Slowing Down in Illinois Industry Report Summary
Unemployment rose and the average weekly wage fell in Illinois during July as orders slowed, per an industrial conditions survey published by the Illinois Department of Labor advisory council. The council said the downturn stems mainly from mid-season trade pauses, not serious concern.
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Chicago
Illinois
General Advisory Council
Illnois Department of Labor
Former leading woman dies during touring in 1858
Scranton, Pa reports that a renowned leading actress, famed for her starring tour of 1858 with Booth and Salvini, has died. The obituary notes her prominence on stage and the enduring influence of her career.
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Booth End
Salvini
Scranton
Guild
Eight Communists Wounded in Datteln Clash
Westphalia reports eight police officers severely wounded as authorities move to defy hunger demonstrators. The confrontation in Datteln involved arrests and gunfire with the insurgents. Dispatch notes order restored after the clash and that casualties included eight wounded police responders.
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Datteln
Westphalia
Bertin
Says
Berlin
Central News
California Girl Wins Tennis Title at Forest Hills
California star Helen Wiles defeated Molla Mallory 6-2 6-1 to become the American women’s champion before a 5,000 strong crowd at Forest Hills. Mallory praised in defeat as Wiles embraced the moment, while Wiles’ mother wept on the stands. Kinsey Wins Newport Lawn Tennis Singles Title
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California
Forest Hills
United Press
Helen Wiles
Jere
Molla Mallory
Exidie Genlon
Mallory
Maes
Gould Engagement to Baron Demon Reported in Paris
The engagement of Miss Helen Gould daughter of Mr Gould to Baron Jean Demon a Swiss nobleman about thirty years old and a member of the League of Nations was confirmed in Paris. The couple reportedly met while she was attending a school near Berne and no wedding date had been fixed.
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Associated Press
Paris
Helen Gould
Irs Gould
Jean Demon
Friends
Ds -Montenach
League of Nations
Misai Gould
Berne
Ms Stokes Seeks to Clear Name in Divorce Fight
Mrs Stokes accuses stepson Waddle Stokes of defaming her and vows to prosecute all involved in the alleged conspiracy. Her attorneys have sued for libel while denying the charges as baseless and seeking to reveal the truth behind claims by Young Stokes and others.
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Stokes
W. ED Stokes
Ehd
W. E
Waddle" Stokes
Young Stokes
Pop” Tetteraville
Css
Tiswan
Warragansett
Mra. Stokes
Hal G. Biltig
Chicago
Ford laughs at claim he seeks presidency
Escanaba, Mich. Associated Press reports Henry Ford laughed at a claim that he desires to be president. Ford said he could not recall suggesting a navy secretary, or naming a governor candidate, and questioned the newspaper’s insinuations. The Ford party traveled by caravan, arriving in Iron Mountain after a long journey from Areverse City.
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Prins
Escanaba
Mich
Henry Ford
Associated | Press
Allan Benson
Phair Termy
Ford
Benson
Inkal
Areverse
Bay
Iron Mountain
Outlines the Arnold case to the jury opening the trial
United States District Attorney Dougherty outlines the Arnold case in a Madison Bond Co scheme. He claims Arnold profited about 100000 dollars in one year and references multiple alleged securities schemes. Defense objections target counts 23 to 26 and 27 to 30, with arguments for separate indictments. (Continued on Page 0)
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United Iresan Superior
Vittor
Arnold
Madison Bond Company
United States ‘District
WF. Dougherty
Wriday
Dred- Lion
A. Arnold
Sorhim
Monro
Joseph Lacher
Elimination Plan Shapes State Office Candidate Efforts
A Milwaukee group of progressives plans a preliminary conference to discuss eliminating candidates for state offices and backing a single nominee. Governor Blaine remains active in his campaign while the group eyes February for the meeting and potential support for a chosen man. Ada James and other influential women reportedly back the lieutenant governor amid debates on party influence.
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Madison
Blaine
Milwaukee
Earth
Sacut
George Comings
Movernorabio
Comings
Thia
Beqpome Mers
Aema Prony
Ada James
Earthquake Shocks Messina Sends Campers Into Alarm
Tremors shook Messina Sicily early today causing alarm among residents who had been camping in the open since Thursday afternoon disturbances. The population feared further aftershocks as authorities urged calm.
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Associated Press
Messina
Sicily
Vammase
Eamon de Valera to be moved to Mountjoy Prison
Dubin based report states Eamon de Valera, the Republican leader, was arrested at Ennis on Wednesday while addressing a political meeting. He was moved to a military barracks under escort and to be transferred later to Mountjoy Prison.
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Eamonn DE 'Valera
Mount Joy
Associated Press
Dubtin
Eamonn
Dy S Alem
Ennis
tAilitary Barracks
Mount Joy Prison
Gas Price Increase Reported Across South Dakota
A South Dakota report states gasoline prices rose by 2 cents in most areas to 20 cents per gallon including the state tax, following Governor McManter’s August 7 order. Independent refiners and Standard Oil anticipate matching the new figure, while Mitchell depot operations pause pending further guidance.
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Associated Presa
Chicago
South Dakota
Die Mabier
Reasor
Standard of Company
Wis
H. L. Freeman
Mr. R. Baskerville
J.B. Buenler
L. ¥. Nicholas
National
Petealeum Marketers Association
Arcorm
McManter
Mitchel
Gageline
Gation
TJ Wax
Standard OH Company
Indiana
AL Mitchell
Standard
Fengths
Weather and Roads Across Cities
Oshkosh reports cloudy with fine roads while Milwaukee and nearby cities enjoy good driving. Janesville is clear and cool with smooth roads. Green Bay shows cloudy cool conditions with roads in good condition. Ironwood has cloudy skies and good roads. La Crosse is clear and cool with good routes. Wausau sees showers and pleasant weather with passable roads. Appleton cloudy and cool with one poor road. Racine fair with soot in air. Renoshau warm and clear roads.
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Associated Press
Oshkosh
Milwaukee
Sheboygan
Mant
Janesville
Green Bay
Wausau
Maélron
Fonda
Jewish Editor’s Quote Sparks Debate Over Peace Ship Article
An August 1921 dispute from Detroit surfaced in January detailing Ford's remark about obtaining material for a Jewish themed article from Bernstein during the voyage of his peace ship. The episode centers on attribution and editorial influence surrounding the controversial piece.
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Detroit
Ford
Bernstein
Miraculous Escape From 36 Foot Fall At Royal Restaurant
Gertrude Gross aged 38 miraculously survived a fall of about 36 feet through two skylights into the Royal restaurant in Kenosha Wisconsin. She suffered serious bruises and possible broken bones but was expected to recover after hospitalization.
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Associated Press
Kenosha
Wis
Gertrude “Gross
Royal Restaurant
Football star Stich dies at Wisconsin and Indiana links
Bionmington Indiana reports football star Jumbo Stich of the University of Wisconsin and former Indiana athletics official has died at his home after more than a year of ill health. The notice notes his career and connections to both schools. Weather entries brief local observations follow with regional forecasts and temperature remarks for the day.
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Associated Prensa
Bionmington
Ind
Evant
Jumbo) Stich
University of Wisconsin
Indiana University
Hoe
Ja.m
Wisconsin
Waebington
Westherantonk
Herinnine Wenmings
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