Analysis of America’s liquor bill under prohibition era
Washington reports an Association Against Prohibition study estimates Americans spend about 1 billion more yearly on intoxicants than in 1944. The report argues illicit profits turned liquor into a major industry, with per capita spirits use rising since 1914 while beer declines. It claims prohibition failed to cut overall alcohol consumption or beer consumption.
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Washington, D.C
America
Association Against the Prohibition
United States
Association
Tennessee College Youth Found Dead
Mitchell Jr., 21, of Grenada, Rentor at Southwestern, a Presbyterian college in Tennessee, was shot in a classroom today while students were in another room. Police call it a suicide case. friends said he had threatened self harm after a girl showed indifference. The college secretary denied rumors of such an incident.
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Grenada
Sestel Pi
Southwestern
Presbyterien Church College
Ehoyel
Mitchell
Charles RF
Three Die as Rejected Suitor Runs Amuck
Milwaukee dispatch reports a janitor helper, Max Heinke, 28, killed a man and fatally wounded another while forcing his attentions on Louise Kemmerman, 3, then wounded himself. Heinke died Saturday after the attack, and Miss Kemmerman died in a hospital.
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Suu
Bank Bandit Trio Returned for Trial in Lincoln
Chicago suspects John Byrd Thames O Connor and Monard Joe were extradited to Lincoln Nebraska to face trial for looting the Lincoln National Bank and Trust Co 2 8 million dollars. They sought freedom via habeas corpus after extradition papers were issued.
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Chicago
Max
John Byrd
Thames O'Connor
Monard Joe
St Louis
Tey
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Neb
Lincoln National Bank and Trust Company
Ater
New Trial Denied for Public Enemy in Chicago Case
Chicago March 25. William White known as Public Enemy and killer Edward Pileume were denied a new trial. Judge Joseph Sabath sentenced White to 14 years in prison, the term fixed by a jury. White was previously sentenced to death but obtained a new trial.
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Public Enemy
Coucago
William
Sach
White
Edward Pileume
Jagre
Joseph Sabath
Valley Dwellers Flee to Hills Amid Floods and Confusion
Reports from Argentina and California describe rains forcing residents to relocate. In IVENGS AIRES northern areas, anxiety rises as floods and weather push people toward higher ground. In San Bernardino, California a research worker, Josef Belur, is killed in a vehicle incident with two companions injured.
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Aires
Argentina
Neararch
San Bernardino
Calif
War
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St. Klavien
Van
Mene Valley
Outbreak at Vandalia State Farm Ends in Riots and Fires
Quiet at the state penal farm following an attempted break for freedom by about 600 inmates last night. Four prisoners were shot and four dormitories set aflame as guards restrained rioting and escape attempts. National and state police and guards surrounded the facility. several inmates and guards were wounded.
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Springfield
Charles J
Roger Kane
William Simonds
Winnebrra Enpnny
Arthur Regan
Jackson
Charles Lewis
McDonough
J. E. Metzger
Metzger
Hewan
Mika Miller
Priconers
Mecinz
Vandaliq
Corler
Kirkland Murder Trial Enters Final Week
Valparaiso Ind May 25 The Virgil Kirkleed murder trial enters its third and final week with jurors expected to decide if he is guilty or innocent in the death of Arine phrases last November at a Garr.
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Valparaiso
Ind
Virgil Kirkleed
Arirne Frases
Paris
Paraguay Flood Victims to Get Aid
Paraguayan aid plans surface as relief groups mobilize for hundreds of families made homeless by floods. Officials urge rapid response with donations and coordinated relief efforts across affected regions.
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Paraguay
Paraghas
Ea Cahee Atzanizations
Inday
Fneere
Hears Flonde
English Skin Remedy Promises Rapid Relief
A testimonial style ad claims a specific English formula cures athlete's foot ringworm and related itching overnight. It cites a physician's prescription and a colorless product named Ninbéerm Pied, marketed to penetrate skin and end itching while you work. Distributed by a Kansas City drug store chain distributor.
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Caine
AL Rivammor
Race Co
Kansas City
Johnny Mack Brown Sought To Play Young Buffalo Bill
Universal eyed Johnny Mack Brown as the ideal Young Buffalo Bill in a planned serial to be titled Battoy Buffalo Bill. Bill Hire Dove and Ray Taylor connected to the project while others teased new female contracts and public interest in talkie serials.
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Los Angeles
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Dilly the Kid
Universal
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Buffalo- Hill
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Pauline
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Boffalo Bille
Indians Fight to Preserve Mineral Rights Claim
The Indians push to retain mineral rights on lands claimed under a 355 land act. They challenge federal authority and demand surface and mineral rights held by tribal ownership, arguing past actions violated treaty provisions and state authority.
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Wasiingvnn
D.C
Ebissant
Orage Titchens
Tongrest
Committee Studies Auto Theft Laws
Universal Here l May 5 recognizes that the modern criminal relies on the automobile in his operations. The national crime commission sub committee urges uniform vehicle lettering and standard features to curb auto theft. Royal Hagenat Hoorn reports on the royal procession and military pageant mark near Royal Warren.
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Frauve
Avan
Aes
Houen
Dempsey Files for Divorce in Reno Nevada
Jack Dempsey former heavyweight champion filed for divorce from Fatty Taylor in Reno Nevada. Attorneys indicated no definite agreement on settlement or timing for a hearing. Dempsey planned to hasten proceedings by filing before noon to seek a night hearing.
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Nev
Reallence
Nevada
Jack Dempsey
Formar
Beennit
Fatcle Taylor
Asuolh Dempsey
Robert F. Burns
Dempsey
Eall
Anhou New
Los Angeles
Angeles
Ala
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Alformers
Plank
Highway Contracts Jump in April Says Emergency Committee
Reports from the President's emergency committee for employment show sharp rises in state highway construction contracts in April. The total exceeds $100,000,000 as states award major projects nationwide.
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Washington, D.C
President's Emergency Committee For Employment
Society Notes From Fort Sam Houston and Plaza Hotel
A detailed social page describes hosting events in Fort Sam Houston and at the Plaza hotel including Mrs Doria Sellein hosting Miss Shirley Linnattz and others, a Little Miss Emily Camille Sweense at the door, and attendees like Edith Adele Wiggins and Marthe Ann Simpson. The piece lists guests, table decor, and forthcoming entertaining plans such as bridge luncheon for Mrs J Cody and postscript travel plans for Major and Mrs Cox.
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Emily Camille Sweense
Edith Adele Wiggins
Marthe Ann Simpson
Miss Schein
Isle
David Schei
Francis Schein
Moadanies
Af. Matthews
Ruscon Huser
J. Platke
Louis“ Melos
Spf
Thomas DB
Thompson
Mrs Hoover's Dog Attacks Marine in Washington
Mrs Hoover's Irish wolfhound Shamrock attacked a marine during Hoover's weekend in the capital. The dog landed a bite on the serviceman before Mrs Hoover intervened, removing the dog from the area. The marine received treatment for a minor wound.
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Mrs. Hoover
Marine
Washington, D. C
Hoover
Shamrock
Marias
Tas
Capital Has Fifth Killing in Seven Days
Washington police report Levyin Wirkle, 27, died from a gunshot wound in a poolroom during an argument. Two men were detained in connection with the shooting amid a spate of five killings in the city over the past week.
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Capital
Washington, D. C
Ievin
Wirkle
Maunda
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