Indictments in 1919 World Series Fix Charged Dropped
Chicago March 17 A judge dropped indictments against seven White Sox players accused of fixing the 1919 World Series with gamblers. State’s Attorney Crowe said he may seek re indictment later, but statute limitations may block it. Officials call this the end of a famed case amid long delayed trial and grand jury reviews.
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British Firms Shift to Russian Goods After Trade Pact
British factories rushed to produce for Russia after yesterday's soviet trade agreement. The move signals quick industry response as minerals and oils from Russian resources are eyed by British capitalists. The treaty is seen as a British victory though critics doubt its durability.
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Afghanistan
Trotsky Hopes to Crush Revolution
Hagen reports authorities prepare to crush Kron's uprising with massed artillery air and naval support. The war minister orders a large infantry assault on Kron's island citadel scheduled between March 17 and 26.
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Jilted Suitor Kills Girl Ends His Life
A jilted suitor, Arthur Bauscher, shot Misa Wilson in Freeport Indiana and then killed himself. Wilson died today. Bauscher died later from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, ending the double tragedy.
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Four-in-One Revolving Apartment Shown on Broadway
A revolving four-in-one apartment was shown recently on Broadway in New York City. The feature highlights modular design and space efficiency for urban living demonstrations.
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D Annunzio Marries Venetian Pianist Luisa Bacarro
Gabrielle D Annunzio, famed poet and insurgent leader at Fiume, has married Luisa Bacarro, the Venetian pianist. He writes from Gardone that he is composing an autobiography while planning another attempt to seize Fiume.
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Greenery for St Pat's Day Brightens City
Shamrock decorations on lapels signaled St Patrick's Day support for the Brincoe Home for Boys in Orillia. Masses were held in Catholic churches and Irish events planned include a ball by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and another by Knights of Columbus students. A play My New Curate was staged at Cathedral hall, and Prof Clark P. Bissett spoke on Ireland's present struggle for freedom at Holy Names academy.
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Ireland Hears Talk of Peace on St Patrick’s Day
On St Patrick’s Day Ireland faced explosions and gunfire as British troops faced Sinn Fein rebels. An unofficial peace gesture circulated amid prayers for peace led by Cardinal Logue and the Canterbury archbishop. Home rule elections loom but may be postponed if Sinn Fein negotiates.
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No Soldiers in Parades of Today
President Harding announced that U S naval and military forces must refrain from any demonstrations that could affect foreign relations. Army and navy personnel were banned from marching in the Irish demonstration in Boston, after talks with Secretary Hughes and Secretary Weeks, upholding earlier orders by General Buckman and Admiral Dunn.
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Sir Philip Gibbs Heckled in Chicago Amid Irish Tension
Police protected English journalist Sir Philip Gibbs as hecklers shouted in Chicago last night. A near riot occurred when Gibbs said he would speak about Ireland, with twenty-one people ejected as cries of kill him and hang him rang from the gallery accusing Gibbs of Irish bias.
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Report Packing Workers to Strike
Packer employees vote nearly unanimously in favor of a strike in Chicago. Union leaders expect official results today and will push to enforce the Alscher arbitration pact now argued to remain in effect. Dennie Lane and Redmond Brennan hold strike authority as talks resume in Washington.
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White House Announces Recens Appointments
The White House revealed new appointments: Guy D. Goff of Wisconsin named assistant to the attorney general. Edward C. Finney of Kansas named first assistant secretary of the interior. William Spry of Utah named commissioner of the General Land Office.
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Utah
General Land Office
Mission Gift Aids India China and Japan Relief Work
New York reports a $1,000,000 grant from the Laura Spellman Rockefeller memorial fund to support mission efforts in India China and Japan. The gift will bolster evangelical and humanitarian programs across these regions.
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Japan
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Three Americans Murdered in Tampico Mexico
Three U S citizens Priest F Small Will Ropler and 8 Brown were killed in Tampico Mexico on the night of March 10 according to the American consul in Tampico State Department advises authorities have been asked to arrest and punish the killers A separate item notes Mrs Irene M Mohn winning $200000 against Mme Katherine Tingley over alienation of her husband's affection.
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Dragging River for Boy's Body in Vancouver
The Columbia River near Vancouver is being dragged to locate the body of 15 year old Tay Stager who disappeared after leaving home on March 4. His bicycle was found at the Dubois lumber dock as searchers work after Mayor Higgins urged town residents to assist.
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