Cook County payroll slim threatens IOU pay for workers
Chicago September 5 County Treasurer George F Harding calls the financial position extremely discouraging. He warns that about 125000 dollars may remain in the corporate fund against a 400000 payroll for 4000 employees due September 20. If needed most workers including department heads judges and clerical staff would be paid with IOUs redeemable when funds appear.
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Rains Quench 40 Forest Fires in Northwest Wilds
Wild weather across Wisconsin and Michigan’s upper peninsula slowed 40 forest fires after three weeks of heat. Firefighters in most counties battled blazes as rain began drying woods and limiting spread, though some central counties kept men in reserve amid ongoing firefighting efforts.
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Playwright Dies at Eroginiogymn PROVNCE TOW Mass
A noted playwright and writer, Igek Green, died today in Eroginiogymn Tow, Massachusetts, at an estimated age. The obituary notes his contributions to theater and screen, with tributes from colleagues and local arts organizations.
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Igek Green
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Prevent Disease by Mouth Hygiene and Mac’s Lotion
Headache remedy advice urges removing root causes of illness through clean mouth and antiseptic care. Dentists endorse Mac’s Lotion as a key product, promoting mouthwash and tooth cleaning to improve overall health. Trial price listed, brush included.
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Death for Texas bank robbery looms for Henry Helms
Henry Helms faces the electric chair in Huntsville after his conviction for the Santa Claus bank robbery of the First National Bank of Cisco Texas in December 1927. He and three companions terrorized the town, kidnapped two girls, and died in the ensuing shootout. Helms, Hazlitt, Ratliff, and Hill were among the era's most infamous robbers. Governor Moody declined clemency.
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Skin blemishes may stem from blood causes unseen
A medical note warns that persistent skin blemishes and scars can originate in the blood and may require investigation beyond surface treatment.
May Try On ce More Crew Faces St Louis Robin Challenge
A Chicago We Will endurance plane team attempted to surpass the St Louis Robin but failed. The crew, R. S. Mossman, Wilson Herren, and C. E. Steele, are pictured left to right.
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St. Louis
R. S. Mossman
Wilson Herren
C. E. Steele
Armstr ong and Hornsby Meet in Front of Gunter
An informal gathering in front of the Gunter drew together Sal Armstrong and Senator John Hornsby as mutual friends introduced them. Hornsby, linked by kinship to Rogers Hornsby, shared stories of Rogers career and family ties stretching from Austin to San Antonio, while Armstrong recounted playful bets and local color from the scene. The piece also notes local residents and visitors, including Kincaid and Tyrian Meredith Jr., and a comic aside about a German shepherd and a coyote in Kingsville, all set against a bustling day in the town.
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Main Avenue High School Names Interim Principal and Open Registration
Assistant to Open School reports J Gur Rogers will oversee operations as interim principal next Monday. Thomas H Portwood resigns, effective October 1, with Afchison Kanau assumed post. Superintendent Hartley will assume duties. Registration runs this week from 9 to 11 and 2 to 5, with classes starting 8:20 Monday.
Fishing Schooner Zilpha Explodes Off Nova Scotia Coast
Boston reports a 20 ton auxiliary fishing schooner named Zilpha blew up fifteen miles from Yarmouth Nova Scotia. Captain William C. Fobey and a seven man crew fled to lifeboats and were rescued by a motorboat commanded by Samuel Stenwood near Yarmouth Cape. The vessel sank shortly after.
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Zilpha
Yarmouth
Toley
William C. Fobey
Yarmouth Cape
Samuel Stenwood
Bester
Chicago We I Plane To Try Again After Forced Landing
The Chicago We I was forced down yesterday after 201 hours and two minutes aloft. Plans call for a flight to Waterson North Dakota today to prepare for another takeoff. A new motor was installed before takeoff attempts by pilots Russell Mossman and C A Steele.
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Chicago
Chicago We I
Waterson
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Russian Aviator Delayed by Change in Seaplane Conversion
Russian aviator and crew on the flight from Moscow to New York faced delays as the aircraft Land of the Soviets was converted from a land plane to a seaplane for the North Pacific crossing. The crew will not land in New York until mid October after a 42 day, 3 hour leg, with the record flight nearly aborted by the midflight mishap.
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Siberia
North Pacific
Moscow
New York
Shostakov
Big Crewe
Milwaukee Man Seeks Freedom After Slaying Wife
A Milwaukee resident confined in a state asylum writes to the district attorney seeking release. He claims his mind is restored and expresses a desire to return to normal life in Milwaukee after the alleged killing of his wife.
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