Flood Devastation Rises Across Mississippi Valley and Arkansas
Widespread flood damage grips Arkansas and Mississippi regions as levee breaks threaten cities from New Madrid to Memphis. Battles to shore up levees involve 1500 workers. thousands evacuated, Red Cross and relief groups mobilized as rivers rise higher, risking major agricultural and property losses.
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Memphis
Teen
Johan’ Bayou
New Madrid
Nee Madrid
New
Taibet
Arkanas
Keats
Altheimer
Hes
Ark
Arkanasia
Mississippi
Arkansas
Fort Smith
Okishema
Flood Damage Grows in Southwest States
Kansas City reports flood damage expands across western states after deadly storms. Heavy rains and strong winds force evacuations and floodwaters threaten farms, homes, and roads. Rivers rise as residents return to damaged properties and officials warn of continuing weather risks.
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Kansas City
Keesas
Ty Parc Park
Ageit
Ee Farmete
Reseden
Andi
Broadway Sex Case Star Gets 10 Day Workhouse Fine
New York April 19 Marc West star and co author of Sex and one of three Broadway plays raided by police was fined 580 and sentenced to 10 days in the workhouse for an obscene stage performance. James A Timevary co author also got 10 days and fine while William Clarence Morganstern received 10 days with no fine.
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New York
Marc West
Judige Doanelian Pecay
James A. Timevacy
William Clarence Morganstern
Marald Speillerg
Governors seek relief gifts for Mississippi flood victims
Washington reports governors of flood affected states issue proclamations urging public donations to the Red Cross relief fund. The organization has already contributed 25,000 from its national fund and public gifts will go directly to relief work managed by Red Cross chapters in inundated areas.
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Washington
APY
Red Cross
Mississippi River
Eek
James L. Feiser
Boston American Marathon Opens Under Warm April Sun
In Boston the annual American Marathon began at noon with 15 starters from a record field of 15 runners. Johnny Miles of Sydney Mines and Clarence De Mar of Melrose led the pack as the 26 mile race started in hot 88 degree heat.
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Boston
A. AL
Hip Iumren
Johnny Miles
Sydney Mines
Clarence de Mar
Melrose
Star Twirler of Rooms Under Knife
New York April ap.medicine notes say Jess Metty a veteran southpaw known as the Silver Fox of Wilbert Robins hurling staff will be kept out of the game after a serious condition at Samaritan Hospital Brooklyn. Surgeons postponed immediate operation though the threat to his life remains.
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New York
Ap—Brook- Inn
Robins
Jess Metty
Wilbert
Robinson
Samaritan Hospital
Brooklyn
Jess
Nationwide Church Stand Praised by Governors and Clergy
New York April 1 messages of congratulations flowed as Governor Smith closed correspondence with Absecon Governor Marshall. Clergy and public figures praised Smith for arguing Catholic faith does not conflict with duty. Notables including Davis Cox Walsh Barleson Gregory Daniels Vincent Hannett and Bitchis offered praise.
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New York
Smith
Chail C. Marshall
Absecon
N. J
Marshall
Willian Gibbs McAdoo
Sovernor
John W. Davis
Jason M. Cox
Thomas J. Walsh
Montana
Albert 8. Barlesen
Thomas W. Gregory
Joseph Daniels
President Wilson
Hoyd Vincent
Ohio
A. T. Hannett
New Mexico
Bitchis
Maryland
Tornado Hits Arthur City Texas Killing One Injuring Dozens
A tornado struck Arthur City in Northeast Texas early today, killing Robert Craven and injuring about 12 others. Half of the town with about thirty buildings damaged, plus additional damage reported near Lavelland and Lubbock as storms spread across the region. A truck accident in Ranger area drowned two daughters of Edward Campbell during the same period of severe weather.
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Dallas
Texas
Apriis Capy
Arthur City
Red River
Xestron Gim
Robert Craven
Lavelland
Lubbock
Edward Campbell
Ranger
Late News Briefs Across Several Cities
Across East Kent England a bombing crash killed four aboard an airplane. In Franklin West Virginia farmer and bank robber Rey Campbell died after paralysis, eight others wounded. Missouri Arkansas flood threats loom as levee near New Madrid breaks, prompting invasion fears. Lieutenant Reacy Jr. and pilot crew perish in a crash near San Antonio Texas. Chihuahua governor Almeida flees after arrest in Marfa hearing. Washington reports political maneuvers as calls grow for more resignations and party splits.
Jury Foreman Selected for Snyder Murder Trial in Queens
William Young, a hotel publicity man from Elmbur est, was chosen as foreman of the jury for the Snyder murder trial after a lengthy examination process. He stated support for capital punishment in general, equality before the law, and adherence to court instructions, while acknowledging no defense witness would be forced to take the stand. The court proceeded with the jury assembly, with other panelists continuing to be screened.
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Queens County
New York
William Bh. Young
Snyder
Young
Elmburest
Talesman
Yenrl Judd Gray
Mire
Ruth Srayder
Lance Young
Gray
Cauee
Aly
Peter
Challenser Davita
Queencourty Acarthouw
Thieves Take Cash and Goods Around Hagerstown
Reports to authorities say thieves stole more than five hundred dollars in cash, chicks and clothing near Hagerstown. At the Tydol Gasoline Company plant in Security some cash and checks were taken, and the Smith residence near Saint Paul was entered with nine dresses and other clothing stolen.
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Hagerstown
Mel Apedd
Tydol Gaselins and
al Company
Martin Smith
Saint Pfaul
curb r r crossing railway convention
The American Railway Association opened its seventh annual convention urging greater care at highway rail crossings. President Conlulge appealed railroads and the public to boost warnings and safeguards after a high toll of deaths and injuries in crossing accidents. The safety letter emphasized careful operation and traveler protection at crossings nationwide.
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Ghicaza
Apel J
American Railway Association
Publc
Conlulge
Weets
Cresta
Highneys
Virginia Blossom Festival to Crown Queen Shenandoah in Winchester
About 866 musicians under Lt. Charles Ferter of the U S Navy Band will play at the coronation of Queen Shenandoah at the Blossom Festival in Winchester on April 27. Five hundred-plus schoolchildren from Winchester, Frederick and Clark counties and Brunswick Md will march in the parade the morning of April 27, followed by a May Day procession in the afternoon. The event features cadet bands, Virginia and nearby city contingents, and the crowning by Kenarth N. Gilpin with processions and guards in historic uniforms.
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Winchester
Charles Rerter
U.S. Navy Band of
Washington
Shenendoah
Frederick and Clark Coulchies
Brunswick
Kenarth N. Gilpin
Quen Shenandah
Virginia
Mary West Virginia
Muoaticcile Guards
Charlottesville
Cod Corps
Stayatos Military Academy
Secom
Civie
Philadelphia youth mystery rolls through Atlantis City
Grace Becker, 14, vanished after a bet with a brother. A roller skater from Atlantis City took her on a trip described in fragmented notes. Rescue attempts focus on locating her in the wake of the odd disappearance and the odd ride.
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Petedelphia
Atlantis City
Grace Becker
Ober Brouder
Salisbury Firemen Band Highlights Cambridge City Hall Dedication
Salisbury Fire Department band and 21 invited officials from Delmarva and the Western Shore attended Cambridge Maryland's city hall dedication. Fire companies from multiple towns sent crews and apparatus for a 4 PM parade, followed by an oyster roast after the ceremonies. The Cambridge Rescue Company recently spent 7000 on quarters and will get a 1000 gallon pumper in May.
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Salisbury Fire Department
Cambridge City Hall
Salisbury
Dorchester City
del- Mar-Va
Maryland
Rercus Fire Company
Campridge
Annapois Md
Rescue Hose
Waterbury
Herald Harbor
Wetern
Eastern Shore
Failalion
Bluton
Chestertown
Centreville
Baston
Pocomoke
Crinfield
Hebron
Warloch
Princess Anne
Delmar
Sharptown
Federalburg
Berlin
Delaware
Harrington
Georgetown
Rehoboth
Seaford
Laurel
Earle W. Orem
Cambridge
Emeron C. Uarrington
Cambridge Fire Company
the Rescue Company
Kidnap Victims Freed After Citywide Night of Fear
Chicago dispatch reports the owners of the Midnight Frolic cafe, Jackie Adler and Frank Gelell, along with chauffeur Tony Albine, were abducted by masked men late Thursday. They were released the same night with few injuries, amid rumors a $190,000 ransom was demanded and paid. the captors reportedly treated the trio with food and cigars, and spoke little during captivity.
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Chicago
iCafe
Jackie Adler
Frank
Sappho Joe) Gelell
Cgelell
Adler
Tony Albine
Getell
Frank Lawro
Albine
Geleil
Albinn
Tory
Anyother
Untidy fragment reports locals holding suspects in a muddled incident
Waterlogged item mentions several undefined people and places with garbled phrases. The readable parts indicate a local event involving arrests or holds by authorities, but specific names, dates, or outcomes are not discernible.
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Sersie
St Langeland
City
N. Y
Onders
Justice v
Snyder-Gray
Townend Scuder
Jervid
Newcombe
Star
Entire Nation Church
Ritchie
Lenith
Northeastern
East Church
Kent
England
APD Regal Air Force
Baltimore
Rey Campbell
Armer
Franklin
W. Va
Johny Hopkine Hovpital
Tadas
Tenn
St. Francis River
Missouri
St. John’s Mayon Levee
Meads Carty
San Antonin
Vafety
Liestenant
Reacy, Jr
Meeufort
el Paes
Almeida
Chikuahua
Marfa
Charzesel
Comer
Mewser
Keller
Eas
Sh Taliumen
Jery Duty Bs
Hy Attorneys
United State
Ota
Sarace
Hhensadaah
Children IN Parade
Hhenandeakh
Wil
Fire Department
Western Shore
Firemen’s Band of
Kirkwest
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