Canvass Shows Dry Majority in Both Housed
Washington dispatch reports anti liquor forces claim a dry majority in Congress after a canvass of new members. Wayne Wheeler of the Anti-Saloon League says wets must wait until most elected take seats before chances to amend dry laws. Frisco coverage notes talk of a law to punish sale of poison liquor with murder charges.
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Washington
Congress
Wayne Wheeler
Anti Siloon League
United Presa
Uotil
Trrys
Wheeler
San Francisco
Tate
Remisfactire
Dey
Harding letter sparks interest in prohibition debate
New York November 14 The Harding letter to Mrs Douglas Robinson is cited as suggesting public opinion shifts on enforcement of the Prohibition act. Robinson refuses to publish the text and accuses supporters of pressuring her to disclose the document. White House condemns attempts to publish the letter, while officials say Mrs Robinson is privileged to withhold it.
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New York
Harding
Douglas Robinson
Theodore Roosevelt
Nan
White House
Grain prices move down fractionally across futures
Wheat quotes from Overbeck and Cooke show December at 1.19 0-8, May at 1.18 1-2, and July at 1.45 1-8 with yesterday prices near 1.19 5-8, 1.17 and 1.07 7-8. Open high low data list December and May futures with minor downticks.
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Overbeck & Cooke
Young Man Shot Near Ventura Beach Mystery Unfolds
Ventura officers probe the murder of Puell Darrews after a car stop on a beach road. Witness Hazel Middleton describes a quick assault with four gunshots as the couple rode along for motor trouble. The victim and partner come from prominent Ventura families. the shooter remains unknown.
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Ventura
Calif
Ventura County
Endea
Hazel Middleton
Parrows
Ventura Famillies
Puell Darrews
Rodas
Middleton
Five Nations Demand Release of Foreign Captives
The United States France England and Sweden issued a joint ultimatum to China giving one week to release ten foreigners held by bandits in Peking. If not complied, the five nations threaten to act and expose China as an irresponsible state. The bandits demand admission of 100 of their number to the national army. Hostages would be harmed if force is used.
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Tering
United States
France
England
Teals
Sweden
Malti Matin
Chitin
Ty Stindits
National Army
Peking
Ehido
Armor Confers With President on Morris Company Merger
Washington reports Armor conferred with President Hardin about aiding the proposed merger with the Morris Company. Armor discussed the conference with reporters in a brief session.
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Washington
Armor
Hardin
Morris Company
Armor Rorilkal
Election totals show Pierce with governor victory in Oregon
Portland report details Walter M. Meret winning the Oregon governorship by a statewide vote majority with 14 008 votes from final counts. It notes district results for Sinnott and Binnott with margins, and records about labor commissioner Hadrian Campbell and public service measures in Multnomah County. The statewide amendment outcomes include Multnomah supporting an expor tion measure then reversing upstate.
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Portland
Ore
Wualter M. Meret
Thorce
Olcott
Sinnott
Worngryerenin
Binnott
Graham
Crys Maderity
Servier
Thomas K.cimphell
Wehatiy Campbell
Counithes
Douglas
Wis Carr
Multneman
Multnomah
Upstate
Benton
Clackamas
Cliteop
Columbia
Lann
Molinemibh
Third Party Prediction Dominates 1924 Election Talk
Warlington New 16 H1 reports both parties forecast a third party surge in the upcoming presidential race amid public dissatisfaction with election factions and government policy. The piece notes speculation on reform and potential shifts in influence across the political landscape.
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Warlington
New
Talon Perth
Dlepetiie
Welegs
Sovernment
Europe
Red Cross letter totals cited by readers year end
A now period note from American Legion Pendleton Post No 34 highlights Red Cross effort. It claims 32561 letters received and answered this year and praises ex servicemen for their wartime service. The item evokes Remembrance Day sentiments and urges continued support for veteran relief services.
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RED Cross
Patriotic Bodies to Have Meeting Place
A group named the Patriotic Bodies plans a meeting at a city hall or public hall referencing a petition by G. A. Th. United Spanish War Veterans and other groups. The event aims to secure police protection and public support for a move and installation by various local organizations in the city.
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Thirioth Organiariona
Dpordle
Haven
Getion
Mit Wits Counmel
G. A
Tate
Holt
Tad de Wonmenn
Law Ministry Sustained in Parliament Amid Majority
London report states the Law Ministry retains working majority in the Commons with about 40 seats. Lady Astor and Mrs Winteringham re-elected. Henderson defeated. Lloyd George re-elected to coordination. Liberals, Tories and others hold varied returns.
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London
N. B
Andrew Bonar
CanNon
Tories
Anquith
Lion George
Elekt
Viscoontess
Astor
Phen Winteringham
Pine
Toler
Cinagomw
Lloyd George
Marie
Foot-Loose LW.W. Ordered 10 Proceed to California Port
Report notes orders directing ten personnel to proceed to a California port. Fragmentary text references marine timing and a meeting, with unclear names and dates. The readable portion emphasizes deployment to sea routes and a project context.
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Lw.w
California
Prosecution Accepts Miners Injury Body
Fragmented report details a miners injury under investigation with unclear names and locations. The text references a trial or legal matter involving miners, defense actions, and possible court proceedings, but readable specifics are scarce.
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Prosecution
Sulphur for alfalfa purchase noted in county report
In a county update, references to purchasing car of sulphur for alfalfa appear amid a broader agricultural note. The report mentions plans to apply sulphur in the spring, with details on quantities, costs, and local suppliers, including estimates of ten pounds per acre and larger applications by local farmers.
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Hans Jhogerm
County
Conners of
Stanfield
Omnia Hamil
Chenks
Shipping Magnate Heads New Cabinet in German Govermnent
Wilhelmine, Germany's top leader and director of Pan Hue Aerien Steamship, is slated to replace Wirth as chancellor with backing from Mitte Rummes. Reports note potential cabinet reshuffles and ongoing disputes over policy and appointments amid Portugal and Hamburg connections. Stig Stapleton of the high court overruled demurrers in five matters, while Emrick keeps a leadership role in county affairs amid corruption concerns.
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Sillin
Peenitent
Kilers
Cune
Dinness
Mitte Rummes
Wilhelmune
Germany
10 Presmiler
Menera
Panhue Aerien Steamship Oping
Thel
Emrick
Oriol
Stig Stapleton
Enmrick
City Budget Pruned as Knife Welded to Trim Expenditures
City budget outlines tighter spending with total receipts estimated near 97 188 dollars for the year 1923. The council approved road and sewer projects while street paving and maintenance funds were allocated, with bids accepted and the final total expenses around 97 045 dollars.
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Aura
Counell
Mrs Phillips Convicted of Second Degree Murder
Los Angeles dispatch reports Mrs Chora Phillips found guilty of second degree murder in the hammer murder of Alberta Meadows. Jury of nine men hung on verdict with compromise, sentencing to be decided next Monday. Defense immediate appeal announced. Phillips appeared unfazed as verdict read.
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Los Angeles
Mex
Chora Philips
Alberta Meadows
Phillips
Juey
Lob Angelies
Kilny
Aires
Alberti Micadona
Aire
Philips
Ander
Pj Foren
Eldhet
Meswil
Phil
Depuy
Amile
Alberts
Hunter
Honan Province Residents Seek Proton Legal Status
A brief report notes residents from Honan province in Hankow have applied locally for a legal status related to proton and international law. The exact details and authorities involved are not fully clear in the transmitted text.
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Hankow
Dtruthh
Honan
Weather Reported by Major Moorhevss
The weather bulletin cites Major Lee Moorhevss as the observer. It lists a maximum of 42 and a minimum of 26 with a mercury reading around 30.15.
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Lee Moorhevss
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