Dam and Lock Upgrades Sought on Ohio River and Muscle Shoals Works
Officials propose extensive improvements including six or more locks and dams on the Ohio River and major channel works. Wilton Dam at Muscle Shoals is highlighted with hydraulic gates and control structures as part of a broader set of recommendations to enhance river navigation and flood control.
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Washington
York Harbor
Ohio River
aeWilton Dam
Muscle Shoals
Windton Charest election clashes over at Finsbury Park
London reports lively scenes at Finsbury Park as Windton Charest noted on the ballot platform amid shouting and hisses while Churchill delivered his speech. Senate adjourns 45 minutes to honor deceased members Nelson Dillingham Nicholson. Canada-US talks to share liquor and narcotics smuggling info. Farmer-Labor party gains official recognition in Congress with Johnson and Ship Minnesota taking oath. Pennsylvania Railroad shopmen in Wilmington face permanent layoff next Tuesday after furloughs.
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London
A. P
Windton Charest
Finsbury Park
Oatire
Churchill
Washington
Farmer-Labor Party
Congress
Magnus Johnson
Henril Ships
Minnesota
Senate
City officer resigns after street cleanup clash in Salisbury
After Pat Doody reported sidewalk obstruction and Officer Elzey imposed 18 inch clearances, Turner was arrested over a car can search dispute. Elzey resigned citing overstepped authority as public uproar over the incident spread through Salisbury.
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Pat Doody
Main
Mill Streets
Elzey
Doody
Jack” Turner
Main St
Turner
T Rodney Jones
Kennerly
Salisbury
White House Declared Unsafe Need Funds for Reconstruction
Washington dispatch reports Major General Lansing Beach announces in the Army chief of engineers annual War Department briefing that the White House interior has dangerous conditions posing security and fire risks. Congress is urged to appropriate 400000 dollars for immediate remedial reconstruction to secure the building.
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Washington
A. P
White House
Lansing H. Beach
Army
Congress
Executive Mansion
General Beach
Pinchot Plan Calls for State Coal Compact Control
Harrisburg reports outline of a compact among anthracite consuming states to regulate the coal industry. The plan includes declaring the coal business a public utility, forming joint and state commissions, and allowing investigation of costs profits wages and prices. A December 12 meeting is invited.
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Associated Press
Harrisburg
Pinchot
Pennsylvania
Congress
Prues
Minnesota
Pennylvania
Thernor of
Pensylvania
Memorial procession surrounds the Elke Home Pay vigil
The report describes a large gathering near the Elke Home Pay as Victors Emmanuel and others address the scene. A memorial order honors Harry Ty and reflects on the deluge of homeless in the era. Authorities seek a peaceful observance amid the crowds and street scenes.
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Bedies
Conservatives predicted to lead new Parliament with 882 seats
London reports estimate the House of Commons will hold 882 Conservatives, 157 Liberals, 120 Labourites and six Independents. Uncertainty clouded next Thursday’s vote across 263 three cornered contests and women voters’ turnout. England and Wales have about 18.39 million electors, nearly 7.89 million of them women.
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London
A. P
Daily Mail
Laoeras Perimats
Labor
England and
Wales
Nonbere
Cobb Now Heads County Grange
George R. Cobb elected Master of Salisbury Grange at Main Street hall. Other officers named include C. R. Dick Morris Overseer, G. S. Parsons Assistant, W. C. Mitchel Ex W. C., H. Sexton. State Grange delegates listed as Pringi Food Ya, Tsons and Pyotr Pie. meeting set for December 10 in a Western Maryland town.
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Salisbury Grange
Main Street
George R. Cobb
C. R. Dick
G. S. Parsons
W. C. Mitchel
H. Sexton
Tsons
Pyotr
Graftt Sexton
Maryland
Prisoners Fight Guards at Lansings Prison
Scattered readable text shows inmates clashing with guards at Lansings Kan facility. The partial line mentions a 33 year old prisoner and a 79th prisoner unit, with unclear context and no further details available.
Poisonous Liquor Kills Three Men in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on December 3, three men died and about 600 were arrested as federal raids spurred by tainted liquor sweeping the city. Police investigate the fatalities and consider manslaughter charges against liquor suppliers once suspects are identified.
Carry Dope Across U S Border Dope Smuggling Bird Route
Federal agents report narcotics smuggling by trained carrier pigeons crossing from Mexico into the United States. Hundreds of birds, each with a moisture proof package beneath or under a wing, are released from smugglers at the border and later checked by owners on the American side. The system was uncovered when a wounded bird was found by an agent watching for smugglers.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Mexico
Monticello Shrine Fund Gets $100000 Donation
Charlottesville Virginia December 3 The Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation has paid 100000 toward the Monticello home as part of a larger 500000 goal. The board outlined plans to secure the remaining 400000 with further contributions. Initial gifts came from New York State.
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Charlottesville
Monticello National Shrine
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation
Bebe
New York State
Alleged Drunk Driver Caused Accident in Eid Incident
Alleged drunk driver operated an automobile while intoxicated in an Eid incident. Authorities report the driver appeared to be under the influence and involved in a traffic accident. The case details and outcome are under investigation.
Saliburians On Executive Board
About ninety bankers attended the Tri-County Bankers Association meeting in Princess Anne on November 27. Calvin B. Taylor presided, Harry Waters welcomed, and Senator C. R. Disharoon responded. Officers elected: Taylor president, Gordon Tull secretary, Arthur B. Woes treasurer, Carl M. Paynter Salisbury. Executive branch named: Joshua M. Miles, Colmore E. Byrd, C R Disharoon. Next meeting set for Pocomoke City in early spring.
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Tri-County Bankers Association
Princess Anne
Calvin B. Taylor
Harry Waters
C. R. Disharoon
W. Ruark
Gee
Bee Tay
Gordon Tull
Anne
Arthur B. Woes
Carl M. Paynter
Salisbury
Joshua M. Miles
Colmore E. Byrd
Pacemoke City
C R. Disharoon
Pocomoke City
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Nicholson
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Cole
Weeck
Ladd
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Commission
Reese
Emia
Seus
X ‘ Penatons
Progelics
Coleetulehay
Regisis
Pike
Delage
Gaa
Harry Ty J
Elke Home
House of Commons
Cobb
County Grange
U. S. Border
Monticello
Eid
Saliburians
Tri-County
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