Mexican railroad hearing yields plan to move perishables early
Peninsula shippers and growers secured an agreement after a Philadelphia hearing to revise freight schedules for perishable produce on the Norfolk division. The aim is to unload and display fruit, notably strawberries, in Philadelphia by 4 AM and in New York by 1 PM to shorten delays and boost peninsula prices. Officials from railways, carriers, and merchants pledged careful consideration to implement changes.
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Neal
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Football Injury Could Cost Him Major Track Honors
Walter Koppison captain of Columbia football and star middle distance runner may miss key spring events due to arm injury. Doctors advise rest to avoid jeopardizing selection for the American track team as preparations for the important intercollegiate races continue.
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New York
Walter Koppison
Congress Poised to Pass Soldier Bonus Amid Tax Plan Clash
Washington December 7 Congress is expected to approve the soldier bonus soon, with leaders in both parties backing its passage. Debate centers on tying the bonus to tax reductions and Mellon’s plan, which some see as a threat to the bonus. Proponents urge separate action to assure a bonus first.
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Senate
Mellon
Representative Schafer
Wisconsin
Treasury
Representative Green
Iowa
Aki
Ways and Loans
Garner
Texas
Charity For Germany Not Favored By U S
Washington reports President Coolidge through official channels opposes German aid. He says that any relief for Germany should be organized via public channels and is not favored by the administration. The note reflects ongoing Republican debates in Wisconsin about the bill and its political implications.
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Washington
Germany
Coolidge
Maryland Legion Supports State Soldier Bonus Bill
The Maryland Legion Executive last night proposed introducing a state soldier bonus bill in the legislature. It may include a referendum provision if constitutional issues can be avoided, but the Legion prefers passage without a referendum if feasible. Colonel D John Markey, department commander, may appoint a committee to draft the bill.
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Maryland
D John Markey
Reinstated Officer Harvey Elzey in Duty for Today
In a morning development Mayor Kennerly reinstated police officer Harvey Elzey who resumes duty for today and tonight. Elzey had been deposed earlier and will also hold a public meeting in front of the Arcade Theatre tomorrow at 2 30 in the afternoon.
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Kennerly
Elsey
Arcade Theatre
Sanda
Resignation Rumors and Possible Coalitions Stir London
London observers and politicians discuss what Prime Minister Baldwin might do as his party holds no majority. The press foresees possible resignation or a coalition, fearing paralysis in Parliament and delaying legislation, with continued speculation across factions.
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London
Art
Nike
I Presa
Bewdley
Ruprese
Beldwin
Commons
Conoa
Moneey
Arrest Three For Violation Of Game Laws
Three men appeared before Magistrate Louder T Hearn on Friday charged with violating state game laws. Howard Wells and William (arey), both of Pittsburg Ristrit, were arrested by Deputy Game Warden James H. Troitt and arraigned on hunting without licenses, each fined 15 dollars plus costs. Charlie R. Hayman, postmaster and railroad agent at Rockawalkin, accused of posing as a fire extinguisher salesman, faced charges of eags buying boards and transporting them to cities.
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Howard Wells
William (Arey
Pittsburg Ristrit
James H. Troitt
Charlies R. Hayman
Rockawalkin
LC Batley
Wicomico
Heavy Buying Boots Wall Street Opening
Heavy buying marks the early Wall Street session as investors rally amid unfolding refinery investment chatter and markets respond to speculative signals.
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Wall Street
Consolidation Of Railroads Favored
Washington ideas and measures to speed railroad consolidation under the Transportation Act are outlined by Secretary Hoover in an upcoming annual report. He cites obstacles and urges federal incorporation and a period for voluntary action, with the Interstate Commerce Commission empowered to form public inclusive organization committees.
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Washington
Idee &Ry
Hoover
Interstate Commerce Mission
Cafe Tragedy Amid Delayed Order Sparks Shootout
In a Kenazveous Cafe incident a concealed pistol clash followed a delayed order. John Sheehy and two accomplices opened fire injuring Henry Bing and a detective sergeant as patrons fled in panic. Police arrived as Sheehy and others exchanged gunfire until the last round was fired.
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Thomas Shas
John Shea
Henry Bing
Leupold Tooth
Peatereonder
Sheehy
Guth
Policenen
Bing
Army Quint Has Not Lost Game Since 1921
The Army basketball team undefeated since December 17 1921 faces its first test of the 1923 24 season tonight against St Josephs College five. The Cadets aim to extend a record number of consecutive victories and seek to prove the streak can continue into the new era.
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West Point SN Y
Army
St Joseph's Coleg
Nation Needs Manual Labor Says Official
An official urges rebalancing education toward skilled manual labor to sustain economic strength. He warns overemphasis on white collar work limits youth job readiness and national competitiveness amid postwar global markets and evolving vocational training.
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Budalo
James J Davis
Americ
Europe
Ameria
Tesrd
Ram Runners Land Notorious Landing Off Highlands
Atlanticia men elude U S Coast Patrol in a bold nighttime run south of Highlands. A steamer and four sailing craft tied up offshore, part of a smuggling fleet once centered near Highlands, now anchored by the seaside resort.
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U. S. Coast Patrol
Noj. Deca
Ussay
Atlante City
Highlands
Seaford Professor to Appear Before Club
Seaford Professor Vanlear of Seaford and several other artists will give a recital in the New Century Club Rooms Tuesday afternoon. Mrs Marion Hastings, chairman of music, has arranged the program for that day.
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Dee
Vanlear
Seaford
New Century Club
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Marion Hastings
Musi
Revolutionary Movement in Mexico Grows Across Regions
Dispatches describe growing revolutionary activity against Obregon with rebels advancing from Vera Cruz toward Jalapa and rail lines along the Veracruz area disrupted. The Zarares gunboat reportedly sails from Vera Cruz to Tuxpan with rebel troops, while the Mexican Navy is said to operate with a single vessel.
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Mence Usday
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Obregon
New Orleans
Arthur M. Elias
Mexico
Flas
Hiram T Dete
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Mexico City
17000 Miners Strike In Pennsylvania After Meeting
Seventeen thousand Labor Coal Company workers in the Moesic Pittston district walked out after a Exeter meeting. The grievance committee voted to strike while leaders urged restraint. They demand rate sheets and unified action across collieries from Fareat City to Plymouth.
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A. P
Collie
Moesic-Pittston
Exeter
Wehigh
F J Philbin
Numere
Hudson Coal Company
Fareat City
Plymouth
Todsg
Hudson
Dutch schooner Zeehond seized off Fire Island
Coast Guard cutter Lexington seized the Dutch schooner Zeehond off Fire Island. Her captain and crew were held for investigation as authorities found 2500 cases of champagne and other liquors valued at more than 200000.
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