Senate Finance Committee Favors Fast Passage of Foreign Debt Refunding Bill
The Senate Finance Committee reported the foreign debt refunding bill favorably with no major changes, aiming for swift final passage. The measure would extend maturities to twenty five years, giving debtor nations breathing space while Germany faces reparations pressure. Austria’s fragile economy and a $23.9 million U.S. credit to Austria are noted. outcome hinges on Senate action after House approval.
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Powerful Farmers Unite for Historic Economic Control
United Press reports a Washington conference next week aims to build a framework for farmer power. Agricultural leaders seek a cooperative marketing plan to aid price setting and market independence, with farm credits and antitrust measures on the agenda.
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United Press
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Bones Found in Auto Claimed As Indian Grave Remains
In Hinckley Minnesota, a woman said bones found by police in an automobile stored there by her husband are those from an Indian grave at Whitehall Michigan. She claimed her husband dug them up there and kept them as part of his collection. the details come from statements by the Berger family.
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Former editor to serve two years
A former editor was found guilty of sedition for delivering a speech at Hutchinson, Missouri. He awaits transfer to Leavenworth to begin a two year sentence.
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Leavenworth
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Woodrow Wilson Attends Concert During Visit
President Woodrow Wilson attended a concert yesterday during a lengthy visit, accompanied by aides and officials. The event drew public attention as crowds gathered in the city venue.
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Weather forecast fragment from distant city
The readable text hints at a cold spell next week with cooler to cold temperatures and unsettled conditions. It mentions possible clear intervals and strong likelihood of frost or near freezing nights.
Monsters of the Deep Appear to Fight in Groups
London reports new evidence describes hundreds of whales found dead or dying on the sea surface between Sierra Leone and Sekondi. Captain G. Pole, a Gold Coast commissioner, writes of a blood red sea and a suspected swordfish attack causing widespread whale casualties.
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Reductions in Gas Rates Hit Wisconsin Cities
The Associated Press reports further cuts in gas rates across Wisconsin cities. Reductions vary by area with cents per hundred and a few notable amounts, including a large overall adjustment. The changes follow a recent order and are expected to take effect in August, reducing company revenue by about 80,900 dollars.
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Woman Defies Husband in Home Siege and Dispute
Mrs. F asserts her control of the residence against her husband amid a tense standoff. Neighbors report the scene as detectives employed by the husband attempted to force her from the premises. The conflict centers on possession and the Nation Republican committee's alleged involvement beyond the couple's dispute.
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Braun
Treaties to be bound into one protocol by arms conference
The four power and other naval treaties will be bound into a single protocol for submission to the Senate. U.S. leaders expect the move to have a strong effect, despite opposition from groups wary of conceding limits on naval arms and Pacific fortifications.
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Senate
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Pacific
Japan
United Press
Eight States Fight Cement Prices in Public Road Work
Eight states including Illinois Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota Iowa South Dakota and Kansas declare a price war on cement for road construction. Illinois Nebraska Wisconsin and Michigan have moved to lower purchases while others await state actions. Officials say the price drop targets reflect a 1 to 10 percent reduction from January 1953 levels.
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Congress backs Ford offer for Muscle Shoals plant
A preliminary canvass shows a majority in both houses favor accepting Henry Ford's Comprehensive offer for the Muscle Shoals nitrate plant. Support comes from Ford backers and some opponents acknowledge prospects look strong, while numerous groups resist, including the National Fertilizer Association and New York merchants. Opponents plan lobbying next week as Congress weighs the deal.
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United Press
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New York
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Fireman Falls From Ladder Fatally Injured
An early report states a fireman fell from a ladder during a response. He reached the top of the ladder near a window, slipped, and struck the pavement. He sustained a skull fracture and died shortly after at the hospital.
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Snow Flurries Reported Near Los Angeles Amid Cold Blast
California endured a cold snap with flurries near Los Angeles and ice forming on San Francisco Bay. Temperatures dipped to around 26 to 28 degrees as crops in the orange and lemon belts suffered unknown losses, with impacts to crop yields not yet determined.
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Los Angeles
Pete Thees
San Iranciscoe Bay
Exports of Manufactures Drop by Two Billion Says Report
Official trade figures show a sharp decline in exports of manufactured goods from the previous year. The report cites a decrease across multiple groups, with total exports estimated around 4.157 billion dollars and imports around 5.123 billion, highlighting a widening trade gap and reduced shipments of new materials overseas.
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Pope Benedict Near End In Comatose Condition
Rome reports Pope Benedict XVI near death in a comatose state after surgery and failing respiration. Doctors and officials monitor the pope as cardinals and Vatican staff kneel in prayer while prayers and rituals continue through the morning with no signs of recovery.
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Pope Geredict Sways for Impartial War Stance and Conclave Plans
The article notes Pope Geredict’s perceived neutrality and support for U S policy, describes his stance on armament limits and conscription, and covers the Vatican conclave preparations after a pope's death. It details conclave secrecy, ballot procedures, smoke signaling, and the gathering crowds for a papal election, with mentions of Cardinals and early reports of the pope’s health decline.
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War treaty terms and powers in event of hostilities
Reported text outlines actions the contracting powers will take if war breaks out. It describes suspension of obligations during hostilities and temporary cassation of treaties with powers meeting to decide possible modifications. The document references terms of a treaty and procedures for wartime conduct.
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Holy Relic Sect Leader Arrest Report Recount
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a religious sect incident. A leader identified as Be eked othe eT is seized by authorities amid a night event. No weapons or injuries are detailed. the text is garbled and names are uncertain.
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Fersom
Congress Briefs and Schedule Amid Budget War
A terse update notes a planned vote in Congress with ongoing debates over appropriations. The House faces further committee action and potential delays as lawmakers discuss war department funding and related national security spending.
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Renate
Pope Benedict XV Death Rumors After Brief Critical Ilness
Bulletin reports Pope Benedict XV grew comatose with a failing heart after a brief illness. Rome officials and Vatican physicians described rapid decline and officials in London Berlin and Washington awaited confirmation amid conflicting dispatches from Associated Press United Press and other agencies.
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John Kendrick Bangs Dies Noted Humorist
Noted humorist and anchor John Kendrick Bangs died this afternoon in Atlantic City in City Hospital. The death ends a long career in writing and stage entertainment shaping early American humor.
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