16 May 1924
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Newspaper
Salisbury Evening Times
Location
Salisbury, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1924
Page
1
George Remus, a former lawyer and bootlegger, testifies before the Senate Daugherty committee about paying Jess Smith over 250000 dollars for immunity. Remus says the 1919 liquor operations were tied to withdrawals from central warehouses for his drug business.
President Coslidge returns a veto signaling the measure has no moral justification and that passage would abandon cherished American ideals. The assistant PRS commits to the nation amid political debate.
The report notes Langley's grave condition as of now with limited details from the agency. Authorities have not released further information regarding the incident or health status.
Senate and House leaders and the President with Cabinet officials meet to discuss a tax bill. Participants include Meese and Irrigstien as conferees with the committee known as 4 Sortwiary Work's Fact Committee.
Amundsen planes prepare a dash toward the pole to survey land claims and map the terrain for exploration. The expedition faces Antarctic conditions as crews chart potential routes and collect data on two meters of annual ice drift.
A proposed measure aims to prevent future real railroad strikes or threats of strikes by authorizing emergency government action. The bill discusses the use of receivership and other powers to resolve labor disputes and ensure continued operations of railroads.
A fire engulfed a building housing valuable paintings causing extensive damage. Early reports indicate several works were moved to safety, while authorities assess the remaining collection for losses and determine the blaze origin. Authorities urge caution as investigators comb through debris.
W Carty district manager of the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone company spoke to the Senor class at Wicomico School and the Rotary Club about essential service. He stressed that handling calls is only part of service and highlighted installation, moving phones, new locations, account changes, switchboard connections, and proper equipment maintenance.
In a Maryland banking gathering, two bankers stood out as officers. Charlie Teeman of the Central Bank was elected as cow of Uehbeomorers antennae Samerd A re cashier of the Farmer.
An organ concert is announced for Sunday at 5 08 PM in the M P Church. Miss Wilawe Ann Adkins will perform assisted by Mr and Mrs Win Peléman and builders Kent of Erie Pa. Architect Dr Bell oversees weeklong improvements in Salisbury to enhance the church organ program.
Mabel Normand may not testify in the shooting trial of Horace Greer and Dimes, Denver oil men. A conference postponed the case to May 29 or June due to agreement on her testimony, with trial resuming if she is available.
In Louisville Kentucky on May 16 the town eyes the annual red letter day as the renewal of the wine event looms tomorrow. References to Ar mites and a half century span point to long-standing tradition. Bets and odds circulate about Mad Play and Mo. BR Moots is noted among the crowd with a brisk, electric mood.
A garbled text fragment mentions landing place world fliers in Japan and burning. The readable portions suggest a fetch of a wartime or postwar notice with uncertain details and no clear entities or dates to anchor a fuller summary.
Washington brief notes Postal service will add Saturday half holidays from June 14 to August 12 with no service curtailment. Congress also weighs Baker impeachment inquiry. House select committee to determine grounds for removal and any action against Judge Baker after Senate inquiry.
National Guard mobilized in Wilmington after matron Davis is slain. Annie Lewis, alleged killer, held at Greenbank workhouse as crowds gathered from Sunday evening into the early morning. Magistrates prepared for grand jury proceedings on murder indictment.
Reports claim Dr San Yat Sen of the independence movement is not dead but suffering a severe mental breakdown. Officials say only family members may see him as the afflicted leader remains under care.
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