23 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Salisbury Evening Times
Location
Salisbury, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
1
A blast at a shop and nearby buildings caused multiple deaths and injuries. Authorities suspect arson or sabotage linked to threats received by a shoe maker, with extensive damage across several structures in the Newark area.
In a small Arkansas village, women occupy local government positions reflecting a shift in political roles. The piece notes several female officeholders and hints at broader social changes affecting governance.
Rescue teams halted as high water blocked recovery of bodies from a bridge collapse near Kaneva and Catlett, where multiple iron workers drowned during construction. Weather and flood conditions delayed further efforts.
The Marvinsad state Police reassigns Sergeant Atkinson to a substation. Veteran sergeant Vtainon, previously commandant, leaves winter post. Mefauley moves to Hel Nir. Barker shifts from Cundapiand station.
A jet crash near Tokyo kills four army officers as rumors spread about Emperor Yoshihito's condition. An investigation is ordered while officials insist no withholding of facts. Witness accounts describe a sudden collision and a plane catching fire before impact.
Philadelphia bootleggers deliver notably poorer liquor this year per District Attorney Charles E. For Tr. About 825 gallons condemned and 1100 gallons destroyed in eleven months show limited supply. One eighth of last year’s output reached consumers.
A pilot leaped from a damaged plane near Howling Green three miles south of Cleveland and was saved by another flyer who parachuted to his aid. The crash destroyed the aircraft and left the rescuer unhurt aside from arms and scratches.
Reports from Pasadena note the death of millionaire asthma pioneer Rudolph Schiffman formerly of St Paul Minnesota. The bulletin cites his wide influence and recent passing.
Connie Mack celebrates his 63rd milestone while backing Collins Beal as a possible gift to honor his birthday. The Athletics manager aims to guide Philadelphia to another American League pennant and a world championship.
A large fire damaged a school associated with Ginnash Conn Der and nearby properties. Reported to have caused half a million dollars in losses, the blaze affected the top floors and required multiple departments to respond. The article notes casualties and ongoing investigations as authorities assess the incident and its origins.
The court denies defense motions to quash the Sinclair Fall case and sets February 2 for a capital trial. Defendants plead not guilty at arraignment as the proceedings discuss the charges and potential motions.
A noisy OCR fragment reports 22 000 000 autos in the United States and notes annual registration. mentions transportation, Mercant Stadt, and percentages, but details are garbled and names unclear.
A Wilmington boy admitted pushing a younger lad into Brandywine River after a quarrel, leading to the boy's death. The older boy, Otto, confessed after viewing the victim’s body at the morgue and was remanded to the Petentien Home for care. The case, tied to a November 19 incident in Brandywine Park, reflects a juvenile court proceeding and police investigation.
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