Eastern Shore Freight Rate Fight Reaches I C C
The Interstate Commerce Commission heard testimony on July 21 about rate plans for the Eastern Shore. Shippers opposed higher trunk line charges and urged a lower mileage based rate to protect local commerce and rival Philadelphia Baltimore routes.
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Washington, I
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
W T Gardner
Salisbury
Wicomico Chamber of Commerce
Berlin Chamber of Commerce
Tri-state Packers Association
Maryland Farm Bureau
Farm Bureaus
Kent
Carols Calvert
Worcester
Queen Anne's
F E. Jones
Virginia
Varius
New England
Hudson
Buffalo
Pittburgh
Wheeling
Rochmond
Norfolk
Baltimen Assormtion of Commerce
A & Beck
Traffe
Cnre
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Berk
Baltie
Newark
Peopter
Love Pont
Beck
Desert duel ends in deaths after years of hatred
In California's Jacumba area two rivals John Truden and Henry Kendig Kirk fought a duel over a months old feud. They used a 34 caliber pistol purchased for the purpose and both were killed in the desert fight. a letter by Truden details the events and motives remain mysterious.
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Desert
California
John Truden
Henry Kendig Kirk
Truden
Jacumba
Here
San
H Mirk
Jo Truden
Imperial Hotel
Imperial
Trudens
Mark
Troden
Ham
Kiri
Lms
Talat
Merchant seeks public tips on distributing millions
New York magnate Mr Schepp, founder of a 2.5 million dollar trust and a 4 million dollar total in gifts, asks for public suggestions on efficient philanthropy. He plans to retire from business and devote his time to shaping a permanent relief program, funding projects for youths, women workers, and community improvements.
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York
Leopold Schepp
Philanthropoest
Todiay
Publ
Thore
Hudson Street
Schepp
Scheppe
Saaitsteen
Tor Oty
Local court delays appeal in Scopes trial as verdict stands
In a July courtroom session Judge Dasfoa framed a guilty verdict in the Scopes case. Defense attorney Hays moved for judgment, while Rauletes noted Tennessee law grants sixty days to appeal. Knoxville meeting discussed continued proceedings. Darrow and Bryant figures referenced. the judge left room for appeal extension if needed.
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Das Foa
Tean
Pure Sud
Arthur G. Hays
Joe Rauletes
Tennessee
Knoxville
Nesss
Witham J
Daytona
Betty
Clarence Darrew
Brysa
Ramets
J Reawketes
Thirteen Diamonds Challenge In Bridge Game
The report details a bridge hand where Kenahue held thirteen diamonds but failed to win a trick. Neutz and partner Linke faced misplays and strong spade support from opponents. Neutz held a spread of spades and clubs while Fisher contributed spade and heart cards as the hand concluded with no diamonds scoring.
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Cheag
Joy
John Peenahie
Board of Trade
Geume
Kenahue
Ami
Donahue
Ihnahuc
H S Neutsz
Ienahur
Linke
Hart Ho
Neutz
Jack
Trey
Deuce
Fisher
Rein Brings Relief To Western Maryland
Hagerstown area braces as rains finally come after a long drought from May end. Washington County and surrounding belts see relief, easing drought damage to corn potatoes vegetables. Prior to the showers crops were wilting and prices rising with fear of part crop failures.
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Rein
Maryland
Hagerstown
Milk Poisoning Report Sparks Police Probe
Police say two separate milk deliveries to different homes contained poison on four occasions. A 13 year old boy who tasted the milk alerted authorities, leading to an investigation that prevented likely fatalities. A chemical analysis confirmed poison in the samples.
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Baltimore
A. P
Petice
Serest
Harford County Sheriff probes missing Commissioner Clark
Sheriff W ill Thompson led a search for County Commissioner Charles P Clark reporting clues found and Clark missing since last Saturday. Authorities pursued sightings near Van Bibber Magnol ia and Edgewood while noting Clark drove his own car and no vehicle has been recovered. Relatives fear foul play but remain hopeful as investigators press on.
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Baltimore
A. P
W Ol Thompson
Harford County
Charles P Clark
Clark
Emmerton Einer
van Bibber
Magnolis
Edgewood
Prisoner Scott Hopes for Clemency As Brother Seeks Return
In a Michigan prison, Scott faces execution with last appeals from his wife and father reaching President Coolidge and others. The missing brother Robert is urged to return, while Scott prays and says he has no hope of escaping the gallows.
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Loiten
Daly
A. P
Pride
Emmor Small
Scott
Draperate
Thomas Scott
President Coolidge
William Randolph Hearst
Arther Bribane
Detroit Times
Ted
W . Ontario
Robert
Marriage Through Ads in Berlin Papers
Berism on July 21 notes rising marriage ads in Berlin newspapers. Records show hundreds wed each year due to these advertisements, reflecting a notable social trend born from classified matrimonial notices.
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Berlin
Anti Evolution Bill proposed in Congress
Deyton Tennessee July 21 Representative W I Upshaw plans to introduce an Anti-Evolution Bill to withhold federal aid from colleges and schools teaching evolution theories. Also reports of a fatal infant found in Baltimore with a woman's garment tied around its neck and other scattered items from New York and elsewhere.
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Deyton
Tenn
A. P
Walter White
Rhea County
Seoges Coc. S
W. 1. Upshaw
White
Baltimore
Biech
Weat Lesington Street
Brath
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Scopes
Halimere
Pennny
Gardner and Jones
Philadelthas
Bay
Mer Rech
Maares
Centreville
Queenstown
Baltimore and Washincer
Bedard
Rewae
Lan Faber
Adelphis
Tata
Dayton Over
Dayton
Tannar
Seraion
Arcouned
Victor
Brawley
Calif
Clarence eDarrow
John T Scopes
Jeary
New York
Jodi Dempsey
Y ¥ State Athentic Commission
Rearlake
Willet
Tex Richard
Pekiog
Cante Cay
Americss
St Wee Chew
Wee Chee
Danmerter
Warten
Warren G. Rardeng
Kmele Bietalle
Merary Meranbester
Evic Ooh
Pittsburgh
Harding Memorial Associative
Maallas
Teaar
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