Excerpts on political moves and crimes in early 20th century
Notable items include a proposed binding Colorado River compact with other states, a Washington report on copper extermination, and a South Dakota tax stance. Also covered are bank robbery in Seattle with $6,000 cash and $12,000 in checks, a forgery case linked to an Equity Finance firm, and political resignations and judicial actions.
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Faofes Telephone and Telegraph Company
Seattle
Wash
Utah Legion Plans Five Month Membership Campaign
The Utah department of the American Legion launches a two month membership drive from November 1 to March 1. Joe Tachhal chairs the campaign, with awards for posts and individuals based on membership gains. Standings will be tallied by December 31, and a trophy, along with a color presentation, will be funded from post funds at the state convention.
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Department of Utah American Legion Ie
Chanaign
Welt
Dorado
Waoiiloe
Reypeed
Joe Tachhal
Utah Department
Lesapoate
Dieh
Department of Baccle
Cemiealen
Morck
Eoge
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Tit Tires
Oil Painting of York for Knoxwile Library
The public Whracr st Enersitie presents a painting of Sergeant Alvin C. York, the famed WWI hero who single handedly captured German machine gun nests. The portrait, standing about six feet tall and weighing 246 pounds in the description, illustrates York in uniform as he comments on peace and future of Europe.
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Bn Bo Bare Ag ml
Alvin G Yak Wari
York
Amerlont
Poe
Fomourt
Europe
Tier
United States
Amher Innes regieal Beldie speech at Portsmouth rally
The American Legion rally at Portsmouth featured leaders praising support for veterans. General Fershing commended Amull Woodfill and outlined the legion’s role in mobilizing men who could answer the call if needed.
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Amull Woodfill
Amher- Innes Regieal Beldie
Portsmoruth
Bio
Americomn
Mtn
Lavain
Buffice
de Lagion
Leorein
Ameri
United States
Post 42 Nations Represented At Assembly In VAMC Leadership
The gathering features 42 nations represented as Abrolam Jkosephere assumes leadership of the post, with membership expanding amid ongoing reforms. Key figures include Bri d items and the work of the association to promote English for foreigners and social cohesion within the territory.
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Toru Bois
VAMC
Abrolam
Legion Poste
Fragmentary note on New York center plans and visitors
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a center in New York City with future visitors and a large sum of money. It references American leagues or leaders, a building project, and additions to a meeting space. Details are unclear due to deterioration.
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Il Bueld Legion Center
New York City
Tan Pet Uy
Dolore Hee Bee
Coleod Bey
Kia
New York County
American Leeda Wands Baiidlig
Lorton Sediof
Totet
Legg Ackliitee
Navy veteran Ben A Webster earns high honor in Legion service
Ben A Webster 20 commander of the Department of love of the American Legion, described as a forceful speaker and indefatigable worker. He organized posts, traveled between posts, led morale building efforts, and served as a key organizer nationwide. He graduated from the University of Minnesota as a high hurdler and former senior class president, later working in the lumber trade. Married with three children, he resides in Marion City.
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Ben A Webster
Department of Love of the
American Legion
Waucomes
Tov
Marek
Jes
Caniniguer
Webster
Avithen
Orent Lakes
Ahadicers
Legion
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Manon City
Neglect of National Defense Warned by Legion Commander
In a speech reflecting on World War II lessons, Janes A. Denis, commander of the American Legion, and other leaders urged renewed focus on defense. He stressed air power, readiness, and a strong national policy to ensure peace and protection for the United States.
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Janes A. Denis
Améhirad Legion
Brytes Btmf
Gopt
Lode Ho Smith
Drain
Peeterdog
Pitlonal
Peef
Lend Ag Tegarde
Loop City Post Aims To Lead With Eight New Members
Loop City Nebraska post expects to lead with eight new members and a total of forty seven Legionnaires after a recent meeting. Commander Courtney praised the meeting noting strong attendance and urging members to recruit more.
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Loop City
American Legion
Neenake
Addres
Cevelney
Legion
Denmonder
Gcourtney
Two Lady Adparents in Department of Florida
In a fragmentary report from Florida a red headed woman and her husband face alleged coercion and threats. The text describes disputes within the department and refers to alleged coercive tactics and intimidation surrounding a marriage.
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Department of Florida
Department of
Ciechia
Toe
Ajay
Olka Atiey
Legion Auxiliary Membership War Sparks Interdepartmental Challenge
A dispute over membership figures inflames competition between Legion Auxiliary departments. The Ed KK unit and another division vow to outpace each other in total members to claim bragging rights and department prestige.
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Fie
Tad Sage
American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Ceriilary
Ed KK
Legion
Eid
Department of
Mirgeayeshem
Department
Moet
Aeth
Derailment Traps Denver Rio Grande Western Train Near Grand Junction
A Colorado wreck derailed the Denver & Rio Grande Western Scent Limited twenty four miles west of Grand Junction in Ruby Canyon. Twenty four people were injured and several passengers escaped worse harm as cars slid forty feet down an embankment. Passengers were rescued to Grand Junction and taken to St Marys Hospital as cold temperatures hampered relief efforts.
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Denver & Rio Grand Western Scent Limited
Ruby Canyon
Grand Junction
Calo
Folkveong Tne Barrage
Grand June
BR H
Sabina
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Strockgrower
Prova
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Drekemon &S PF Tree
Ogden
Thesday
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Grand
Pelme
Grand Junchen
Mary's
Hoepital
Baker claims long shelf life bread dough formula
The article reports experiments by Hecenth Jahee and Juan Mab on a bread dough formula that keeps loaves edible for up to ten months, with a projected extension to two years. The men assert the method preserves freshness and could revolutionize storage for producers and households.
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Juan Mab
Jobneen Aska Alleges Fraud Over Baseball Series
Jobneen Aska of New York claims Thompson feature service and the Brocklyn Deady Eagle exploited a fraudulent 8 part series purporting to document his baseball career. He alleges the series is false and seeks action for damages from the involved parties.
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Jobneen Aska
New York
Walter Jolneen
Supreme Coor
New York Writer Considered for Interstate Commerce Post
The article notes a New York financial writer in consideration by President for appointment to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Sources discuss the possible nominee’s background with business and policy experience, including ties to major markets and regulatory issues.
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Washineton Thomas Fo
W Weedlock
New York
Iisavk
Potter
Pete
Major Calvert Oleg dies at 95 in Brock Ivn
Major Henry Murray Calvert, 95, a member of President Lineehs betvgeerd, died in Brock Ivn. The obituary notes his long service and ties to New York.
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Calvert Oleg
New York
Henry Murray Calvert
President Lineeh’s
Betvgeerd
Brock Ivn
Moa 62 Approves Bridge VWiclington
The report notes Moa 62 approving a bridge project in a Washington area district. It mentions a Democratic senator and a legislative push to move the measure through the Senate.
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Moa
Senate
Utah News Notes Skim Through Traffic And Local Happenings
Ogden reports traffic control upgrades at intersections as officers staff new signals. immigration detentions include three Mexicans in Utah. Provo and Ogden note elk relocation, a newborn death, and city infrastructure upgrades. Park City reports a murder clemency decision. Bishopric and church groups plan a Lenenti ball. Ogden and Salt Lake City cover crop damage from cold weather, mine resumptions, and armory funding. Five cadets honored at Utah Agricultural College, while national livestock convention set for Salt Lake City with Phoenix considered for 1924.
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Ogden
Wacington Avenue
Trenkyfourth
Twenty Fifth Streets
Twenty Third
Bath Street
Carter I. Allison
Twenty Fourth
Twenty Fifth
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United States Immigration Inspecter
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Agudar
Provo
Jackson Hole
Springville
Mt Timpan
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Oregon
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Salt Lake City City
Salt Lake
Chamber of Commeme
Nephi Hanzen
Logan
Utah Agricultural
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Salt Lake Coty
American National Livestock
Galt Lake
John Ml Macfarlane
Wish Horse
Cat
Sisveston
Albuquerque
Rolf
Macfadane
Ifery
Phoenix
Ars
Civa City
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