Darrow Opposes Death Penalty in Leopold Loeb Case
Edward Derr reports Clarence Darrow's defense in Chicago as he argues that Nathan Leopold Jr. and Richard Loeb show diseased minds. He condemns capital punishment, calls the crime a childlike act driven by wealth and notoriety, and urges mercy over execution.
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Edward
Derr
United Press
Chicago
Clarence Darrow
Darrow
Nathan Leopold, Jr
Richard Jeb
Bobby Franks
Richard Loeb
Ming
Hars Vard
Loeh
WO. Krohn
Loeb
Johnny Levison
Bent
Kumng
Krohn
Paychopathic
Leopold
Loeg
Arrow
Prince of Wales Sails for America Amid Social Clamor
The Prince of Wales boarded the Berengaria at Southampton for a Atlantic crossing, eluding crowds as Americans mingled with locals to bid him farewell. A social uproar surrounded his departure, with demonstrations of goodwill and mockery from certain onlookers. The ship departed shortly before 4 o clock with the royal party aboard.
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Associated Preps
Southampton
United States
United Press
America
President Coolidge to Reply on Davis Klan Challenge
President Calvin Coolidge may respond to John W Davis by condemning the Ku Klux Klan, aiming to remove the issue from campaign debates. The decision hinges on a possible temporary reply drafted during Davis's Augusta Maine remarks, with secretary Bascom Slemp coordinating party leaders.
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William J. Losh
United Brees
Plymouth
Cooldge
John W Davis
Conlidge
Davis
la Follette
General Datves
Augusta
Coolidge
C Bascom Slemp
Washington
Blaine Proclaims Labor Day Focus on Schooling
Madison Gov John J Blaine issued a Tabor Day proclamation designating Sept 1 as a state holiday. He urged education for workers, saying national rank hinges on improved schooling and opportunities for labor, and praised Wisconsin for joining progressive states.
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United Prens
Madison
John J. Blaine
United States
Wisconsin
Miriam Ferguson seals Democratic gubernatorial bid
In Dallas Miriam Ferguson, Democratic candidate for governor, campaigns to shed impeachment stigma from her family name after her husband James B. Ferguson was ousted. Felix D. Robertson, claimed by some as Ku Klux Klan aligned, is her sole opponent. Ferguson and Robertson led the July 26 elimination primary, with Robertson narrowly ahead and Ferguson second. runoff will decide the Democratic nominee for November.
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Associated Prear
Dallas
Texas
Miriam Ferguson
James B. Ferguson
Felix D. Robertson
Ku Klux Klan
Mia. Ferguson
Judge Robertson
Mars Blink Near Earth Captured By Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff reported Mars came within 74,600,000 miles of Earth last night. Observers noted a red eye blink and ongoing tracking as Mars moves in its solar orbit. Temperature readings suggest possible conditions for an organic crust. Polar cap notches appeared near sunrise edge and some channels seemed visible. The summer season begins as Mars remains close enough for extended observations.
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Magner White
United Press
Lowell
Flagstaff
Aritz
Mars
Earth
Lowell Observatory
Grime Probe In Greenwich Village Death Attracts Associates
Police seek two business associates of Aaron A. Graff the radio maker found dismembered in a basement crypt in Greenwich Village. John Lugosy a carpenter who vanished August 19 and Charles Tress original owner of the vault quarrelled with Graff before his disappearance. Authorities say the body was hidden in a short steel box behind a wall. Graff’s remains show hack wounds and cords around the neck.
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United Press
New York
Aaron A. Graff
Greenwich Village
John Lugosy
Carpenter
Graff
Charles Tress
Trasa
Fpoliee
Irge
Three Die in Marquette Running Gun Fight
Associated Press reports in Marquette Michigan that Patrolman Thomas Thornton and a man said to be a paroled convict were killed in a running gun fight that started when officers found a man attempting to break into a store. Chief Martin Ford and his son Louis were wounded.
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Associated Press
Marquette
Mich
Pollea
Martin Ford
Thomas Thornton
Lioys
Dawes Denounces Ku Klux Klan in Augusta Speech
Charles G Dawes, Republican vice presidential candidate, warned against Klan influence in law enforcement and minority group actions. He cited Oklahoma and Chicago incidents, urged adherence to constitutional process and opposed vigilantism, criticizing political demagoguery and praising fiscal reforms under Coolidge.
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Associated Prem
Augusta
Charles G Dawes
Nanines
Ku Klux Klan
Oklahoma
Walton
Fnally
Herrin Marsacre
Tinoia
Chicago
Tariffs and policy debate referenced in Dayvist speech
The excerpt discusses American tariff policy and references Mr Dayvist’s remarks on the Fordner McCumber tariff. It notes a call for clearer data and less broad affirmation in tariff discussion along with the idea that tariff revenue redirects funds to U.S. leadership.
Owen D. Young Named Reparations Director Candidate
Reports from official circles say Owen D. Young will announce acceptance of the reparations director post next week. He summoned Rufus Dawes to Paris as an assistant and Dawes, brother of General Dawes, chairs the American commission that drafted the Dawes plan. London talks sought to implement the plan, with Herriot on hand and deputies resuming debate on the London pact as Germany faces future reparations.
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United Press
Paria Wen D. Youngs
Rufus Dauwen
Parla
Dawes
General Dawes
American Commission
Lonedon
Menaurer
Young
Regations
Herriot
Dubois
Reparations Commission
France
Helen
Nccords
Park
Lute Dubola
Dremler Herrint
London
M Dubois
Itn
Germany
Berlin
Marx
Reichstag
Dawrn
America
Earopa
United States
Frank
Dawen
Thom
Ulek
Ariiny
Dawes Ald
Knack Congress
Capitel Hill
Pawead
Dodgeville Veterinarian Charged With Three Traffic Violations
Madison Dr. Fred Philip, a Dodgeville veterinarian, is held on three counts of motor vehicle law violations. Philip was reported wealthy and could not post a $6,000 bond after an indictment last week.
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U.S
United Press
Madison
Fred Philip
Dodgeville
Philip
Havana President Zayan Withdraws From Cuban Race
President Zayan of Cuba withdraws from the presidential race as announced today by the Associated Press. The move shifts the field ahead of the upcoming elections and redefines party dynamics and campaign prospects.
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Associated Presa
Hiayana
Zayan
Cuba
Dawes and party lines draw heated Edra over unity
The piece argues General Dawes defends Republican stance against radical critics. It notes third parties threaten party cohesion and warns readers about accepting the Dawes plan as a path to peace. It praises Dawes as forceful and decisive in restoring confidence in leadership.
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Dawex
Aindry
Dawes
Hing
Ah Trw
Nawen
Cealidga
Hig
Finnse
Li Wor
Europe
Alant
F. W. CO
Federals and Rebels in Matto Grosso Eyeing Clash
A Brazilian dispatch from Matto Grosso indicates imminent engagement between federal forces and rebels. The report notes federal troops have reached strategic points, complicating rebel resistance and signaling a forthcoming confrontation.
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Matto Grosso
Brazil
Via Janeiro
Noridan
Federale
Actress Tea Lee Gives Birth To Son In Los Angeles
Low Angelen California reports teaLee the motion pictures actress and wife of James Kirk ee welcomed a son yesterday Nate yeaterday named after family.
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Associated Perar
Low Angelen
Cali
Horn
Téa Lee
Motion Pictures
Jame Kirkee
Nate Yeaterday
PLAN SOUTHERN HEADQUARTERS PLAN SOUTHERN HEADQUARTERS
Washington reports discuss establishing southern headquarters in Atlanta or Birmingham. Attendees include National Campaign Manager Nelson, Attorney General Elems of Wisconsin, and campaign committee leaders amid talks in D C and northern organizers. Wheeler national ticket to speak in Duluth on Labor Day.
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Washington, D. C
Orther Atlanta
Chicago
Elern
Wise
Viroqua
Gram Te Ehairman
William M Rute Jer
Republican Nationnal
Coolie
Pikes
Wisconsin
Reed
National Committee
Rankgress
Wisconsin Progressives
Moulison
George F P. Comings
Ta Wels Tetin National Committee
Wheeler
Duluth
Ala
Blaine Drives Against Ku Klux Klan in Boscoebel Case
Governor Blaine pushes case against Klan members after Boscoebel parade attack on George Shields former town marshal. Shields was struck and disarmed during the march and charged with assault with intent to do great bodily harm. Warrants issued. Shields surrendered.
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United Press
Lancaster
Wik
John J
Blaina
Wisconsin
George Shields
Boscohbel
Rovernors
Shields
Grant County
George PB Clarentson
Tipscobel
Italian flyer Locatelli missing in Greenland fog search
Airplanes and motorboats sweep Greenland coast for Lieutenant Locatelli after his plane disappeared in dense fog while escorting the American world flight from Iceland. Cruisers Richmond and Milwaukee trail the hunt as weather and fuel constraints shape the plan.
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Locatelli
United Press
Washington, D. C
Greenland
Loentelli
Iceland
Naval Ride
Minaueker
Richmond
North Atlantic
Pretou
Nova Scotia
Milwaukee
Frederiksdal
Frederiksdalb
Greeland
Barry Fast
Flynn
Magruder
Rateigh
Barry
Coas
Theut Marescalch
Locatell
Americana
Frederikadal
Ivigtut
New Foundland
Miners Escape Fire After Short Circuit At Line Lincoln Mine
About 150 miners at the Line Lincoln mine in Lansing Ohio escaped unharmed when an electric trolley wire short circuited on a roof support and sparked a fire. The Lorain Coal and Dock company runs the mine four miles west of here and no injuries were reported.
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Greenland
Frederikada
Plana
Locatelli
Associated Press
Wherling
W .A
Ons Hondred
Coln
Lorain Coal and Dock, Company
Lansing O
Here
Wisconsin Weather Forecast Sees Warmer Weekend
The Associated Press notes a fair and warmer Sunday after partly cloudy to clear conditions tonight. In the Great Lakes region, temperatures rise above normal for the first half of the week, with possible isolated showers later and generally clear conditions across Wisconsin.
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Associated Press
Wisconsin
Washington
Great
Minulemont
Tis- Court
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