Who Will Be Successor to La Follette
Special to The Northwestern reports the death of Senator Robert M La Follette, considering the political fallout in Wisconsin. Lenroot’s reelection prospects rise with Coolidge administration support, while Blaine Ekern intrigue and state rifts spark speculation on succession and possible replacements.
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Washington, D. C
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la Follette
Thcy
Balzer
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Senate
Lenroot
Coolidge
Butler
Kasinnat
Badger State
Minnesota
Dakotas
Blaine
Genecci Ekern
Senator la Follette
Death of La Follette Condemns Nation And Wisconsin
The Executive Press quotes Gov Blaine praising Senator La Follette as the outstanding national figure of the last quarter century. The statement notes his lifelong courage, devotion to democracy, and sacrifices for human rights. It emphasizes that his passing leaves a void in public life but his work and ideals remain an inspiration to the nation and Wisconsin.
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aAsxecutal Press
Madison
Robert Mi. la Follette
Jono J. Blaine
Etaator
la Follett
Courgeois
Wisconsin
America
la Follette
Bob la Follette
Sendershin
Alibi Defense of Davenport Begun by Depositions
The alibi defense for Davenport opens with depositions from Minneapolis witnesses. Mrs Larson testifies seeing Davenport in Minneapolis the night of the incident and calls her husband to verify she woke at 2:34 am. The testimony notes a medicated bottle and a pharmacist's date stamp linking the night’s events to Davenport's whereabouts.
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United Press
Milrauker
Ioha
B. Davenport
Sorchwestern National Hannonliners
Hesse
Minneapilie
Milnausee
Depmei
Flonswaleh
Herseykem
Mennezpalie
Ems Larson
Minneapolis
Lee
Remlin
Averyone
Wynne
Ie Taree
Reginaina
Nat Tage
Keateedel Wonla
Harry
Aemia
Allornass Ware
State rests in Shepherd murder trial in Chicago
Chicago Criminal Court plans for William Darling Shepherd to testify in his own defense after the state rested its case. Four witnesses testified today and more are expected tomorrow as Shepherd’s defense begins. Other proceedings include a separate foreclosure suit against the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul railroad seeking accounting and new receivers.
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Edward C. Derr
United Press
Criminal Court
Chicago
William _Darling Shepherd
Billy McClintock
Dlonda
Shepherd
Sinter
O'Brien
Willam D. Shepherd
Inguilly McClintock
Hp. m
Robert B. Crowe
Jam Scott Stewart
Cun Rel
Mare
Mike Iva Paverssen
Shepherst
Miss Peterson
Matrchand Shepherds
Stewart
Mr. Tronomapa
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Taur
United States
Guaranty Trust Company
New York
Roger Sherman
Trust Company
Jalee
Governor vetoes assembly bill regulating buses
Governor Rinine vetoed the assembly bill for the regulation of motor buses by the commission. The executive indicated he would sign a similar measure later, aiming to amend transport oversight, while the assembly's version would create a separate transportation agency and end current service patterns.
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Associated Presa Madison
Rinine
Call ‘Ay Commission
Andes
Attorneys Gather to Map Prosecution in Evolution Trial
Report from Atlanta notes prosecutors assembling from conferences to outline the case strategy for the Scopes evolution trial. Miami attorney Brian appears among invited experts. others decline invitations. Santa Rosa and Chicago figures mentioned. Dayton, Tennessee, noted as locale of the trial.
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Senpesavolnnon
Wailid
Yneer W.tsam Brian
Miami
Fia
Asiana
Iearene
Santa Rosa
Calif
Lother Burghadke
Chicace
Dayton Tenn
Foreign powers urge talks on China crisis
The Shanghai report notes a general strike against foreign influence and labor agitation grows. Foreign gunboats evacuate, Manchurian forces guard Shanghai, and a British, English, and Polish man are beaten by mobs. The Peking envoy suggests negotiations to settle sea fee disputes and assess broader impacts in China.
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Gma
Canton
Mate Department
Chungking
Robert J. Smisthe
State Department
Prema
Peking
Shanghai
Alsie
China
Xenaratly
Linlian
Alan Tie
Grand Chief of Brotherhood to Visit Home Town
Grand Chief of the Brotherhood of Loromotive Engineers set to visit Superior on Wednesday. The visit marks a long career with promotions and leadership within the local branch since 1218, including notable roles at the Northland line and prominent posts in local publication circles.
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Brotherhood
Assnciated Press
Wednesda
Brotherhood of Loromotive Engineers
Wits
Mote Superior
Orhaleminn
Marth Apsimarl
State Capitol Session Outlines Pending Business
At the capitol today Fry appoints Preae Renate and November meet at 20 m to adopt La Fallette memorial festation and transit such other closing of session business as is still pending.
Amundsen Plans Fresh Arctic Bid After Land Doubt
News reports from Copenhagen and Oslo say Captain Roald Amundsen remains determined to again attempt reaching the North Pole despite earlier signals that no land was found in the Norwegian polar basin. The Norwegian government was informed of continuing exploration plans and the aerial efforts that hint at possible unseen land.
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Norway
Roald Amundsen
Copenhagen
North Pole
Amunlsen
Badat Demokraten
Amundsedt
Thousands send telegrams to La Follette home
United Press report from Washington notes hundreds of telegrams and tributes poured into the La Follette home from across the country. Messages extol his integrity, courage, and leadership, with remarks from notable figures including politicians, editors, and labor leaders. The outpouring reflects national respect for his public service and human rights advocacy.
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LA Follette
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Braskhart
Iowa
Mena
William Allen Waite
Kansas
Wired
Ben Lindsay
Denver
Henry Allen Copper
Wisconsin
Amon Pinchot
Pennsylvania
Clarence Darrow
Chicago
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Foy
Howard
Scripool-Howard
Morris Hilenit
Mayhal
Texas
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Arizona
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New Hampshire
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Kananx
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Penretary
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Navy
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Princeton
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Chicans
Dnding Field Matong
New York
Peter With Clesmand
Fred Howe
Francia J. Heney
California
Pershing
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Mont ‘Almere
Bbitenn UC
Debs
Dhe Sorkaltar Tinkel Nets
Gallan¢ Theater For Truth and Justice
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Darrow
Dhe
Pepe
Justice Crownhart statement on late Senator La Fellette
Justice Crownhart offers a statement on the death of Senator La Fellette, praising the late figure as an intimate friend to many. The Associated Press describes the senator’s public service and notes the sorrow within the political community.
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Justice Crownhart
Senator
Jonz Atunding
Ram- Paign
Ynez
Nonatars
Renatar la Fellette
Mane
Tome
la Fellette
Wreck of Flyer on Big Four Railroad under investigation
A government inquiry into a wreck involving a flyer on the Big Four Railway examined at Grants. Kennedy, Kennedy and associates presented findings in a decision that upheld government positions while continuing scrutiny of alleged fraud, with the court case detailing legal arguments and implications for the railroad company involved.
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BIG Four Railroad
Grants
Voleda
James Hebratt
Kennedy
Ita
Harry Ft Sinclair
Decision Upholding Teapot Dome Lease Without Surprise
A wartime era legal ruling upheld the Teapot Dome lease amid debate over legality and government involvement. Key figures and parties debated the impact on energy policy, with officials arguing the case reflected ongoing regulatory and constitutional questions surrounding the oil reserve and its administration.
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Teapot Dome
Funeral rites mark La Follette death and political legacy
Reports from Associated Press describe ongoing funeral ceremonies for Robert M. La Follette in Washington and Madison as political figures pay homage. The Wisconsin progressive leader’s death triggers campaigns and memorial plans, with officials debating state rites and possible special sessions.
Memorial tributes to La Follette and Philips move forward
The assembly approved memorials for Senator Rob M. La Follette who died yesterday and former Gov. B L Philips who died Monday. A committee of two senators and three assembly members would draft memorials with scope to be decided by the committee. The measures await the governor’s action and the next legislative session.
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Maison
Senate
Rob. M. la Follette
B.L. Philiip
Resting place of La Follette under white oak shade
A garbled obituary notices the burial of Senator La Follette at a Wisconsin cemetery under a white oak. It mentions cemetery officials, a contribution by the senator’s son, and references to family members and other state figures connected to the ceremony and memorials.
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LA Follette
Marian la Follette
Wisconsin
Sengter
George A. Nelson
Naber
Ba Folletts
Robert G. Slehecker
Wisconsin Supreme Court
Corr
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T. la Folterte
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Fam
Woanenein
Nemiiars
Assemblymen
Milwaukee
Propressou
Marien
Rogers
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Groerim
Nantly
Initrasty Cer
Sane
Fragmented Race to Commemorate Salute at Night Parade
A garbled text fragments mention a ceremonial parade or procession with mourning tones and references to Magisear, Camvotthen, and various unclear names. It hints at a public event with speakers or attendees, a lever device, and possible attendance by officials. The readable bits suggest a memorial or commemorative gathering with dates and locations left unclear.
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