Fechet urges higher pay as air corps losses rise
Washington November 17 General James Fechet chief of the air corps warns that civil aviation offers attractively paid private positions drawing officers from service. He cites 97 percent of pilots as service members in the past year and notes expansion in facilities and barracks at Langley Mitchel Randolph and Selridge fields as part of a major modernization.
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Man Confesses Robbery Involving Actor Douglas Fairbanks
An arrest report from Santa Monica notes a man confessed to robbing actor Douglas Fairbanks. Authorities say the suspect admitted holding the star overnight and forcing him to remain asleep while the crime occurred. The claim involves the August robbery date and mentions Mary Pickford in connection with the incident.
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Mary Pickord
Mosquitos Blamed for 1916 New Jersey Explosion
Private detective Ervin J. Smith links a 1916 New Jersey ammunition explosion to insect harassment of workers. Smith claims insects caused a fire in a freight car fueling the blaze, amid disputed claims before a commission absolving Germany.
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Ervin J. Smith
New Jersey
Germany
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Eells
Northwest Utility Earnings Increase Reported
Chicago report shows Northwest Utility, unit of the Middle West group, posting higher earnings for the quarter ending in 1930. Net income rose to 508,702 while comparing to the prior period, reflecting improved performance amid retirement-related adjustments.
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Chicago
Northwest Uuility Company
Middle West
Yt Groupe
Everson Flies on Inspection Tour
Officials report general inspection tours conducted by Everson and military leaders including Miro at the militia bureau during a Pan American mission. The visit focuses on readiness of the army and associated operations with coordination across agencies.
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Everson
Miami
Fle
Ated Army Militia Bureau
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Radio Schedule Messiness Reflects Local Station Lineups
Fragmented listing shows KTSA and WOAI programs with multiple orchestras and musicians, including Goldkette and Lombardo, plus various broadcasts from Maytags, GM, and Crescent items. Includes dance music, weather, talks, and hourly music blocks across multiple stations, with unclear times and inconsistent spellings.
The Loudspeaker on Jazz and Gershwin in 1936
Louis Reid argues foreign jazz imitates American styles and lags behind, praises Moscow for experimentation, and calls for a Gershwin chair in conservatories. He credits Gershwin for elevating jazz’s image and notes Rhapsody in Blue as a landmark, while acknowledging its influence on trends.
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Gershwin
Rhare
Red Cannon Shell 3 American Ships HAXKOW China
Nov 17 report from HAXKOW China states muzzle loaded ships of Commonista air attacked south Yangtse bank against passing ships. Three American planes were attacked with minor damage and no serious injuries reported.
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Haxkow
China
Yangtse
Klan Founder to Try Again in New Plan
New York November 17 One last attempt to save America Crom itself is being made by Colonel William Joseph Simmons founder of the Ku Klux Klan now deceased. He is here to organize the white band open to all white citizens with no hoods no fiery crosses. The group will be non sectarian and pan political paralleling citizenship matters with belief in white supremacy.
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New York
America
Crom
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Simmons
New York Stage Attacked by Bishop Over Censorship
Bishop William condemns the New York stage as corrupt during the Episcopal Actors' Guild memorial service at St John the Divine. He warns that stage reforms and censorship will follow if the theater does not clean up, urging moral accountability among producers and actors.
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New York
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Manning
Episcopal Actors’ Guild
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Commerce Department Aids Foreign Market Growth
Officials say the department helps expand foreign markets amid economic strain from foreign counts and price pressures. Experts attribute downturn to external factors and the agency aims to bolster exports and domestic commerce with targeted measures.
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Forvigis
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College Airs On Radio Bill Features Student Acts
Radio schedule highlights college music and guest artists. The Renee Sisters duo and Stetting Pratt two piano duo perform on Maytag program aired by National Broadcasting and WOAL. James Melton tenor soloist. Napravolk and Passival pieces on Stromberg Carlson NBC at 9 p.m. Ohio State University songs sung by Burns Quartet on Columbia NBC. Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canaians also feature.
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Maytag
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NBC
Guy Fraser Harrison
Rochester Gie Orchestra
Ohio State University
Robert Urns
Columbia
Dy.m
Guy Lombardo
Back Taxes Drive Opens to Collect City Debts
Major Chambers announced a citywide drive to recover more than 3.9 million dollars in back taxes. About 22,000 dollars from the past year and 1 million from 1928 taxes are targeted. John C. Wall, former attorney general, will handle the work. Sam Hocker moves to the back tax office. J. E. Kramer, back tax attorney, leads staffing with authority to hire needed workers.
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Former A. Tailor Claimed by Death in Georgetown
Former tailor Carlos Cowley, 72, a longtime San Antonio resident, died at his Georgetown home Monday. A native of England, he lived with his widow Margaret Cowley. Funeral services will be held at Georgetown at 3 pm Tuesday by the Masonry lodge.
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Carter's Little Liver Pills Ad Rejected Substitutes
An old advertisement condemns substitutes for Carter's Little Liver Pills. It urges readers to insist on the original product name and to beware rot bottles, promising the pill will free flow of bile and make you feel bright as a two year old. The tone is promotional and direct.
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Finnish Police Seize Rum Ship After Bitter Fight
Finnish police in Uelsingfors, Finland, captured a large liquor smuggling ship following a bitter clash. The vessel contained about 6000 gallons of spirits. Seven alleged smugglers were arrested.
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Finland
Nortop
Nerestel
Rubio's Son Honored by Kansas City Mexican Colony
Feenandy and Guillermo Ortiz Rubio, sons of the president of Movien and students at St. Benedict's College Atchison Kansas, are to be guests at a dinner of the Mexican colony in Kansas City Saturday night.
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Kansas City
Feenandy
Guillermo Ortiz Rubio
Prevatent of Movien
Etudents
St. Benedict's College
Atchison, Kansas
No Cold Remedy Stresses Classic Mustard Ointment Blend
The advertisement extols a renowned remedy associated with oil of mustard menthol camphor and other beneficial ingredients. It emphasizes a trusted old counter irritant once depended on by millions for relief and comfort.
Zemo Antiseptic Ad Claims Relief from Itching
An elderly advertisement touts Zemo as a soothing antiseptic for itching and skin irritations. It promises relief after the first application and cites twenty years of use with broad efficacy. Available at dealers for one dollar.
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