Forest fires erupt across Northwest amid dry law protest
April 15 16 fires rage across Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota and Oregon as temperatures soar. Rangers and farmers battle flames across more than 200000 acres with 1900 plus forces aided by 250 in Minnesota near Grainer d. One death reported from heart strain near Brainera.
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Pekin in turmoil as foreign troops advance
Reports say Pekin remained tense as foreign forces and allied troops threaten the capital. Police and elders attempt to restore order while the populace shelters as chaos and looting spread through the legation quarter. The Chinese leadership, including the president and prime minister, hunker in residence as battles loom.
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Mrs Hotchkiss Seeks Alimony in Absence of Wade Hotchkiss
Coralee Yoichkiss sues Wade Hotchkiss in common pleas court seeking alimony and child custody after his disappearance in February 1926. The petition names West Reserve Finance Co and Marion County Savings & Trust Co as defendants and asks for appointment of a receiver for the business and to restrain sale of property.
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Robbery at Deane Home in Lorain
April 16 in Lorain a house at 527 Washinstos Avenue was burglarized while occupants were away. Thieves took about 13500 in jewelry and clothing. Police pursue two colored men seen near the scene as neighbors reported a curtain at the downstairs window.
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Mers
Boy Held for Robbery Is Examined in Court
A boy from Monessen, Pa, held on a robbery charge was visited by his father after an examination by a doctor and a social worker. The boy, Drake, arrived with a specialist who helped explain the case while authorities prepared further action.
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Man who killed two husbands is hanged at Madison
Earl Fischer, a Madison County farmer, was hanged after conviction for the murder of John Nungesser in September 1925. He had previously been found guilty in the death of Robert Whehrh, the first husband of Win Schirer, with whom he was involved.
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Nunwesser
Cis Moman
Idaho Woman Found Dead On Tracks Near Painesville
New York Central officials identify a woman found dead on the New York Central tracks near Painesville, Idaho. The victim, listed as Mrs. A Toefferson or Iollison of Boise, Idaho, was identified in Syracuse by a conductor. A note with two addresses in Dexter and Holse lists contacts for arrival papers and belongings scattered along the berth area.
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Wis
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White Way Ordinance to Come Before City Leaders Again
City leaders prepare to readdress the White Way ordinance at Monday's council meeting. The notice outlines a six week protest window and property assessments tied to street lighting costs, with the council debating financing and potential lawsuits to curb rates.
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Baxter Law Be Tested In Emergency Finance Case
April 16. Injunction proceedings to test the legality of the Baxter law and Olvio’s emergency financial relief measure will be filed early next week in common pleas court here. Attorneys for a group of citizens oppose the 36 million levy approved by petition voters. If granted, operation of the county will cease and the action will prevent collection of taxes needed to finance the county from financial treasuries.
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Felony and Lynching Penalties Outlined in Proposed Bill
A proposed bill would criminalize participation in lynching or aiding such acts. It prescribes a maximum fine of 10,000 and up to 100 years in prison. The measure was introduced in the House by Kop Herger, a Wisconsin Republican, who accuses the administration of ducking anti lynching legislation and aligns with the 1924 Republican platform.
Luther Burbank Leaves Estate Worth 200000
A Santa Rosa court hears the will of Luther Burbank naming personal property valued at 200000 in addition to real estate. The document details sought to be examined in court today.
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Soviet claim to Arctic lands sparks boundary dispute
Moscow reports a central committee law asserting Soviet rights along the Arctic boundary from Ruse to a pole. Britain had claimed similar privileges for Arctic regions, while the polar expedition is tied to imperial powers seeking military access to Soviet Russia.
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Cooling Ruturss To Splave Today Washington
Unclear report describes a president returning to his desk after confinement to his room for most of the day. The text is fragmentary and lacks verifiable names, dates, or locations.
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Coalige
Strike cripples shipping in New York Harbor
Workers in New York harbor walkout cripples shipping as 400 men refuse to load goods. The strike follows a demand for a ten hour day and higher pay, issued by the Iron Workers union amid labor unrest.
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New York
Court martial questions drunkenness tied to cocktail affair
A naval court martial reopens as Captain George Stokes and Captain Clifford Cates testify about alleged coercion by General Butler during the investigation of Col Wolliams. Witnesses discuss how statements were obtained and the reliability of the final testimony in the liquor scandal dining scene.
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Clifford Cates
Hearing on Dade case draws crowd at county courthouse
Coroner George Bell leads inquiry into the fate of a man linked to the Ford family as over 30 witnesses are expected in the hearing room. Principal testimony centered on John Ford, former police chief and relative of Katlan Ford, with cross examination ongoing.
Defendants Enter Not Guilty Pleas In Court Today
In a morning session Judge W B Thompson heard arraignments as the grand jury's indictments were presented. Several defendants entered not guilty pleas and await trial. Stell Inaiser of Torain faced manslaughter charges tied to a fatal incident. Bonds set at 2500. James Harris of Elveio charged with second degree murder was placed in county jail after pleading not guilty. Walter Owen and Joe Samaha of Amidst had bonds set at 400 each.
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James Harris
Elveio
Pela Cornell
New York
Walter Owen
Joe Samaha
Witnesses Back Defense in Newcomerstown Carrier Case
Defense rests as T J Russell for Newcomerstown carrier seeks to prove no threat to Ritt while implying prior misconduct by the state’s witness. Testimony lists relatives and associates of the defendant and notes prior statements by Dr Hammond and others.
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Andrews Mane Big Mistake Alarmed Prohibitionists Around Columbus
The Ameren mime editor Fon Dustman quotes General Lincoln Andrews and General Andrews statement criticizing Andrews for opposition to prohibition. Dustman labels the move a big mistake and calls for legalizing beer and wine sale and consumption under federal enforcement oversight.
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Autos Collide At Undercht On Lod Street
Two cars were damaged in a collision on Lod Street near the Underent on Lod. Slitzker of Torain, north of Lod, collided with a car driven by Ed Rourke of Williams Street. Slutzker’s vehicle struck Rourke’s rear fender as he slowed for the turn, causing both cars to skid on the street.
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Gangs Leader Sentenced for Murder in New York
Herbert Koerber, a 12 year old so called gang leader tied to a Cane Canary gang, was sentenced to electrocution in Sing Sing prison. The date set is the week of May 16 for the murder of Angelo Mahes Jam, a restaurant owner.
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Mispererers Day Death Penalty Report
Chicago April 16 report describes Raymond Costello and Charles Tatts in a murder case. The article notes a life sentence for the killer of Madeline White and mentions a man known as Lin Ta who was paid for a murder by a separate suspect.
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Murder Charge Looms After Slashing Death in Virginia
Contested murder case centers on Vira Georzit Ridg es or a purse in Dr Borro r's office. Prosecutor Want says suspect possessed a long bladed knife with wheel chrome. Witnesses describe a plan to visit the physician and a confrontation at the office where Mrs Tideway ordered a visitor.
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Oliverevita
Two Aviators Die in Italian Crash Near Rome
Report from Rome says two aviators were killed when their aircraft crashed to the ground near Ostia while returning from the Italian African colonies. The incident was credited today to Premier Mussolini and involved an Italian Air Force craft.
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State Fair Manager Nomination Under Review
Government official Doshtod weighs a request from the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation to appoint a state fair manager at the earliest possible date. The agriculture director comments on qualifications and the need for timely confirmation.
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Large Protestant Churches Push Prohibition Policy
Report details a 1920s church conference urging enforcement of prohibition amid temperance drives. Church leaders including the Federal Council of Churches and Methodist Episcopal voices back strong measures as lawmakers discuss expanding enforcement and tax collection on liquor, with President Coolidge's support noted.
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Liquor Treaty Talks Progress Between U S and Britain
March news from London reports Neptit tous negotiations between the United States and Great Britain toward a broader liquor treaty. Sir Earne Howard confirms rising efforts with U S Secretary of State and possible American commissioners to reach a successful accord in the near term.
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