05 Aug 1924
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Newspaper
Salisbury Evening Times
Location
Salisbury, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1924
Page
1
A boycott by North Division Street fruit growers targets the Salisbury Fruit and Produce Exchange over a five cent brokerage rise. Petition signatures claim a farmer majority backing the protest as cantaloupes sell around 1.00 to 3.20 and cucumbers top 1.25 per hamper at the yards amid new auction policies.
Chicago reports show Judge John Caverly issued five death sentences in three years, with recent cases involving Richard Loch and Nathan Leopold Jr. Critics note the judge’s history of harsher outcomes while supporters recall his strict impartiality.
Washington reports Senator Lefellette aims for watchful waiting on key issues as President Coolidge and Democrat nominee John W. Davis spar over campaign strategy. Aides say Lefellette intends to wait for public discussion before stating his position, aligning with a speech themes and awaiting broader support.
A woman was jailed after a drunken driving arrest in the county court. Details from the magistrate’s proceedings describe the charge and related actions taken, including arraignment and holding.
A bizarre report describes scientists forming a protected habitat within a dense jungle near Panems. The project, led by a chief plant explorer, aims to study rare flora and maritime routes while navigating local logistics and field challenges.
Deputies with rifles and shotguns guard the Palisade mine above Grand Junction after thieves robbed the Palisade Post Office, taking 25600 dollars in cash and stamps. Bandits attempted a dash, but a volley forced retreat. gas plan abandoned due to long tunnel network.
Four people were killed when a motorcar was struck by the Seashore Express near New Lisbon New Jersey. Victims were Mr and Mrs Dif ford Haines and Mr and Mrs Harry Bush all residents of New Lisbon. Coroner Ridgway exonerated the engineer after finding the whistle warning sounded but witnesses differing on whether the car stalled on the tracks or driver failed to hear the whistle.
Davis gears up to deliver a notification speech with Ter Anerweted at Larus Valley August event. calendar items mention Seba W Deve and schedule notes as preparations proceed.
Judge John R. Caverly ruled that it makes no difference how alienists define insanity and held youths presumed sane for mitigation. Dr Healy described the childish compact and its role in the Leopold and Leet kidnapping and slaying case, as the trial opened in Chicago.
A 14 year old girl missing since March, who used the alias Jane Johnson, was found working as a telephone operator in New York City. Doctors diagnose amnesia as she fails to recognize her father Harry J. Adams or mother upon return to Baltimore. The last clear memory involves a train accident when she swayed and struck a vestibule, then recalls crossing a river and alighting from a train.
Atlantic City reports the Executive Council of the American labor party endorses candidates and plans to review aspirant records to influence congressional votes. The panel aims to align labor ratings with Republicans Democrats or independents deemed friendly to labor.
News bulletin reports a deadly mining incident at Mtanten No 3 Colliery near Wilkes-Barre. One worker killed and two injured in an explosion or collapse, with rescue and investigation underway.
Richmond reports naval patrols guarding two fe airplanes as destroyer Billingsie sails to Pertiead and destroyer Rea moves 3 miles off Reykavik. Richmond ship due to arrive at Reyksavik with a convoy.
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