Fair Margin or Profit Probed by Palmer Committee
Attorney General Palmer leads a committee in a Lever Act inquiry into profiteering by product dealers and exporters. The aim is to curb excessive margins and cut profits in the coal and fuel trades, with potential price reductions under large contracts and fewer deliveries to major consumers. Greeks Capture Turkish Commander as Thrace situation shifts. fears of coal shortages grow as strikes threaten midwest industries.
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Palmer
United States’ District
Attornéyw
Hia
Hoas
Palmer Amd
Allen
Constantinople
Jafar TaFaz
Afrianople
Seven Die in Rome Riot Over Macaroni Distribution
Seven people were killed and several injured in Radderao as about 500 agitated men forced entry into municipal offices to protest macaroni distribution. Deaths occurred as police suppressed the riot.
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Rome
Caveral
Radderao
Tbe Pesulace
Calann
Municpal
Unclear fragment on stomach issue and treaty note
A garbled news snippet describes a person named Watt Dacy with stomach discomfort after eating lemon. The text mentions a reservoir, honey pod scalra and flab, then half an hour later. A late fragment references a ratified peace treaty and a police chamber.
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Kansas City
Cup Remains In America In Chaotic Report
Fragmented OCR text references the America's Cup with unclear names and results. It mentions Sandy Hook New Jersey and a defender, a green sloop, and a hard fought contest but lacks verifiable details or coherent outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Sandy Hook
N. J
Americas
Thomas Bipton
Burst of Chicago Bandit Raids Leaves Trail of Loot
Two daring robberies in Chicago within twenty minutes left $25,000 stolen and several injuries. Bandits escaped after a gunfight outside Hart Schaffner and Marx, with shots exchanged near Peterson Machine Works. A doctor’s tip led police to arrest two suspects hiding on the south side. one critically wounded, not expected to survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Papyrus Tare
Payron
Bartler
Chala
Hart Schattner
Marx
Abe Netton
Ove le
Soviets Open to Allied Parley Amid Armistice Talks
Soviet negotiators signal willingness for talks with the Allies as Poland's government shifts under the armistice proposal. Warsaw reports indicate Moscow may agree to a conference on front lines to stabilize the region, while Polish leaders like Vincent Witos assume power aiming for a just, free republic.
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Warsaw
Poland
Hissin
Mrest-Litovsk
Dhiesides
Linos
Wartaw
S“ Fhat
Ladislas Grabski
Flnwnce
M. Skulski
Ignace Jan Pawerewski
Interior
Viki
Armistica
Railroads Report Deficit Under I C C Data
Washington D C class 1 railroads filed with the interstate commerce commission a total operating income deficit of 25 881 485 for April The government guarantee to railroads running through September 2 amounts to about 15 000 900 a month and the April deficit totals more than 100 000 For the month Eastern roads showed a deficit of 20 818 079 and Western roads 5 808 010 Southern carriers posted a deficit of 1 474 594
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Interstate Commerce Commission
Southern Warriers
Coal Priority Aims Stand On Coal Transport Plans
The columnized interstate commission backed by coal operators and railroad executives argues there will be no coal shortage for next winter if miners cooperate. Without cooperation, the program risks disruption of car supply and priority transportation for coal moving to the Northwest and New England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce
Columlasion
Northwest
New England
Nevyott
Rilnen
aparRiare
York
Koproyltont
Netarityar
Hho
Coliniesian
Halien
Thia ‘Phat
New York
Ainitsblan
Adawas
Hovenuttor
England
Baltimore
Phildetpesic
Pla
Boon
Takata
Wisconsin
Moir
8 Collects Big Tax BI
Washington reports the nation’s largest tax bill totaling 5 410 284 874 for the fiscal year ending June 20. Official figures show taxes paid exceeded estimates by about 209 million and were nearly 35 percent higher than totals in 1938 or 1939. The 1913 levy split 3 694 619 638 and the 1919 taxes amounted to 3 539 250 512.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Search begins for Leroy in Detroit murder case
Detroit police seek Leroy amid a national alert after a body found in a trunk shipped from Detroit to New York. Authorities request help identifying the man named may Millen, linked to Patrulinun 160 Trumbull, as details spread across major cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leroy
Detroit
Mich
Pugene Leroy
Tretroit
New York
Trumbull
Mannix Barred from England Over Regret Utterances
Daniel J. Mannix of Melbourne Australia was barred from landing in England due to remarks attributed to him. Lloyd George announced in the House of Commons that Mannix would not be allowed entry amid ongoing political tensions and concerns over public statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mannix
England
Daniel J. Mannix
Melbourne
Australie
Lloyd George
House of Commons
Shark Killed on Bathing Beach By Lifeguard
A 446 pound shark was captured and killed on the bathing beach. Lifeguard George Wins lured the shark with splashing currents and drove it toward shallow water before delivering the fatal blow with a club.
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Holgemere
Géorge Wins
Sereams
Bulcers
Weise
French Wheat Price Regulation Law Adopted
Paris senate passed a law regulating wheat prices amid price controls and market measures. The action aims to stabilize bread costs and support farmers as economic conditions shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Riot at reform school heats laundry to lawn clash
A disturbance at Rad Alst Ih H.-Y. Reformatory in Bedtoril erupts as inmates clash in the laundry and spread to cottages. Reports say about 160 girls were involved as violence erupts between white inmates and Black detainees, with police and state troopers responding.
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H.-Y
Bedtoril
Tomates
Ataty Reformatory
Gommuniol Plot Discovered in Washington State
A claim of a conspiracy to overthrow Latvian regard sparked by a commentary plot was reported in Washington BC. Authorities say the conspirators were arrested after advice to the state department led to their discovery and detention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gommuniol
Washington
Went
State Department
Fayetteville man sentenced for wife and unborn child murder
A Fayetteville man received a lengthy sentence for the murder of his wife and unborn child. The court record details a brutal act carried out with mob-like complicity, as the defendant was found guilty and sentenced accordingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynchetl
Fayaltewile
Ship James Otis Launched in Gloucester New Jersey
The Washington combination passenger and cargo vessel Jamce Oz was launched at Pusey Janey shipyard in Gloucester New Jersey. The ship is reported fully complete and ready for service despite a fire incident at Bombay markets causing damages to cloth shops valued at about 30.4 million rupes (roughly $10 million).
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James Otis
Gloucester
N. Je
Jamce’ Oz
Pusey & Janey Stip Yard
Bombay
India
Lambay
Lighting Kills Ball Player in Georgia Game Incident
In Willacoochee Georgia a fatal on field incident occurred when a lighting strike hit near home plate during a fast paced game. Officials investigated the event noting the victim, a local ball player, succumbed to injuries as emergency crews responded.
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Willacoochee
Ga—Duriig
Furing
Will Seeks Sale of 66 Barrels Whisky in Cleveland
Probate court hears father's will granting Sherman Gond authority to sell 66 barrels of 100 proof whiskey. The case argues a minor may not claim whiskey, with the court likely to determine age restrictions. Attorneys contend law blocks sale in current condition until age 21.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Sherman Gond
Sears Lp
Witsky
Hue
Sali
Referendum Enjoined In District Court Involving Prohibition
In district court Judge Morbing issued an injunction directed at Secretary of State Amaberry preventing placement of a prohibition amendment referendum on the November ballots. The action was not opposed by Secretary Amaberry.
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Ory
dubious immigration transit tale reaches Ellie Island
A fragmentary report describes individuals from distant places held for deportation after arrival at Ellis Island New York. The text mentions agents and authorities, with unclear origins and routes, reflecting a crackdown on immigration with detentions at the port.
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Ellie Island
New York
Allonia
Tha
Sontila
Silenke
Kanuas City
Iy Waat
Midla
Eustady Uy
Snstloe
Three Carloads of Whisky Salted in Toledo Detail
Three carloads of whisky were salted and seized in Toledo Ohio amid federal prohibition enforcement. Agents valued the operation at about 800000 dollars and noted a key suspect connected to Montreal based interests. A man named Mathoniica hero was mentioned in the investigation with links to a forest plant in Mailarigs near Gani Grek, and the case involves Tocvin and Wiis Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Mathoniica
Mailarigs Ak Gani Grek
Tha Agenin
Tocvin & Wiis Company
Montreal
Inada and Payimint Notice from Rail Admin
Washington statement reports inauguration of payments to two candidates amid FLOTR tensions. The railroad administration announces retaliatory measures and outlines the financial hints affecting Mallory chemical venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glalen
Washington
Sutiiemanté
Tin Cinima
Flyin Stenmebin Company
Wimpeh
Railroad Adiministration
Adrianople Burning Reported Near Constantinople
An OCR fragment notes Adrianople burning with a report suggesting the city is in flames near Constantinople. Details are unclear, but the event appears tied to attacks or upheaval in the region. No further names or dates are clearly legible.
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Adrianople
Constantinople
Belfast Swopl hy Bullate. Tolfaet Order wis r&stored horn.
Belfast clashes continue as troops patrol amid unrest. Reported casualties include at least 14 killed and many wounded. A building was set ablaze, and gunfire was heard as forces moved through the streets.
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Belfast
Iowa State News Highlights and Local Incidents
A garbled Iowa report lists a mix of local deaths, accidents, and civic notes from across counties. Notable items include a man found dead at home near Rewnelds seats, a drowning at Mt Ayr area, a pioneer وفاة Morty Howertank, and various investigations in Des Moines and Albia. The piece also mentions civic actions like the state executive council decisions and shipping association figures, with numerous misread names and places.
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Raboe
Ploncar
Dallay
Bla
Rewnelds
Sharles City
Mount Ayr
Reasoner
Soi Kennedy
Nist
John Mughoa
Cedar Rapids
Pew Selectad
Puy Syenrold
Frank Yooun
Lean
Aire
Morty Howertank
Adams County
Noviavilla
Natuendall
Norries
Albia
Dex Monon
Subary Faee Ateaker
Iowa
Newton Shipping Association
Si¢a
John Myers
Thes Moines
Goldier
Marahalitown
E. J. “Petik
Bolenit
Newpwly
Inata Alreck
IBM
McCatsburg
Lena Thompson
Arthur Thompson
Maring Mic
Hatplan
Thomas' J. Kirby
Frederice 3
Kobebl
Evuentiig
Mentberk
University of
Owa
Paystelans al Ho
Afaeon
Hinck Finwk
W. J. Carmichael
Sec Voliry
Wort van Moen Street
Chicago
Notnes
Amdio Miltleide
Angla Grove
Faris
Darewn
Vist
Caphola
Thera
Vonditiona Warn
John Koutknor
Hsing
Corydon
Viehtnink
Alfred Hurt
Whyle
Sean i
Espe
Raitrandy
Lowa
Council Np
Aerial Duel For Love Ends In Flight Fatalities
German lovers duel for a Dresden actress hand. An air duel between two German ace pilots near Greta Felsnér ends when one aircraft crashes after a midair confrontation. Inquiry initiated. the woman fled town as the other suitor faced scandal.
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Tnan
Yoo Fata Thehtlig
Greta Felsnér
Dresden
Svoruan
van Pels
Tie Te Wen
Yoo Els
Hartman
Witte
Wiite
Lignes
Gartty
Modest gown wedding halted by priest at cathedral
New Orleans wedding disrupted as Archbishop Shaw intervened banning the bride’s attire and demanding modest apparel. The groom and guests awaited a resolved ceremony while the couple faced social pressure and security concerns surrounding the planned wedding at St. Toulas cathedral.
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New Orleans
St Toula
Mathee Artolis
Shaw
New Deieana
Weddlog
Edides
Aneten
Avery
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Johnson
Jack ~ Johnson
Tutcher
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Farin
Chamber of Depylice
Creane
Russia
Aoytat
Anuth
Usder
Ule Courgy
Antiatica Jy
Trad
Ation
AdeuMtis
M’ Raguest
Eho
Etrike
Iowa State News
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Hirsai
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von Fels
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