Norwalk Trial Opens as James Lyon Faces Slaying Charge
In Norwalk Ohio on April 21 the trial of James Lyon for the murder of Cleveland detective Frank McGrath began amid a hushed courtroom. Lyon admitted shooting McGrath in the neck and testified he killed McGrath after a confrontation, while recounting a long police record and escape routes with accomplices to Findlay and Toledo.
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Brank McGrath
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Harris given ten years for manslaughter in Ohio case
Jim Hertis 35 of this city was sentenced to ten years in the Ohio State penitentiary after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the February 25 attack on Carvello at the Lodi street rail depot. Prosecutors cited Harris’s prior assaults and three arrests as factors in the sentence.
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Nickel Plate earnings show big first quarter rise
Nickel Plate lines report a substantial rise in net income for Marek and a 25 percent increase for the first quarter. The quarter ending shows net income at 1,512,880 with an 8502,507 gain and railway operating revenues climbing to 1,415,908 an increase of 11,02.
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Massacre of 400 Guards at Peking Palace
A day of blood in Peking ends with 400 guards of the president slain by machine gun fire. Reports say students had demonstrated before the palace, prompting the attack as powers issued ultimatums.
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Democrats 10 Hole Banquet Plans In City Tuesday
The county Democratic party schedules its Jefferson Day banquet in the city on April 28 at 6 30 PM in St Paul banquet rooms Tate Street. State figures have accepted nominations to speak including Judge Vier Cneg Alien from the Ohio Supreme Court and Cyrus Locher former Cleveland official and political figure for United States Senate. A third speaker is Pop Putt ages candidate for governor. Officials expect a large attendance and tentative confirmations from several foreign dignitaries to attend if they can reach Clelandine day.
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Logan Wa
Attorneys Stage Fist Fight in Common Pleas Court
Two lawyers J Wener assistant prosecuting attorney and H B Yarnell staged a fist fight in common pleas court on Tuesday. Judge EL D Fritch held both in contempt Yarnell fined 685 and admonished, Werner cautioned to control temper in court. Trial of Robert Medie Tals for banditry continued. George Phillips sentenced later to 25 years.
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Wener
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Yarnell
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Robert Medie Tals
Tweede
Suiliy
George’ Phillips
Judese ‘R Tch
Tweedie
Wene
President Coolidge Criticized Over Federal Film Censorship
Washington reports Rep Upshaw assailed President Coolidge for opposing federal control of Indian film analysis and moral enforcement. Upshaw urged alignment with strict censorship, targeting alleged government overreach and influences of film industry interests. The House Education Committee plans hearings in April to pursue a censorship measure.
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Woman Seeks 375000 Damages From NYC Railroad
Anna Knutoschen asks the court for 375000 against the New York Central railroad for injuries when her left foot was crushed by a train while picking up coal at Amherst. She alleges an employee delayed the train for 45 minutes, enabling the coal to remain in the car and causing her injury on November 24 1925. She claims amputation followed and cites negligence at the scene and during the delay. The plaintiff resides at ivos Wem low street Amherst.
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New York
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Amherst
Forty Persons Rescued by Firemen in Apartment Fire
Firemen rescued forty men women and children from an apartment house today. Police and firemen discovered a collapsed invalid next door amid the blaze. Two policemen and firemen were injured in the effort.
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Abigedt
Liquor violator fined 500 for possession
A. Kenes of the Dammn apartments on Grand Street pled guilty in police court this morning to possession and transportation of liquor. Officers found a gallon of liquor in his apartment after obtaining a warrant yesterday afternoon.
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Resignation of Lorain County Schools Superintendent
G J Seheblson announces resignation as Lorain County Schools Superintendent after six years. Michelson notes shift aims to reduce work hardship for the staff and students. Seale praises Sechet’s long service and contributions to the county educational program.
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U S Airman Badly Hurt In Field Crash
An American airman, Frederick Tr. Becher, was severely injured when Wright Brienna Marine vehicle crashed into a gate at Mitchel Field. He was rushed to hospital in critical condition.
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Local Labor Union Condemns Logan Gas Rate Hikes
In Lomaen on April 21 the Lovain Central Labor Union passed a resolution condemning recent Logan Gas Company rate increases. The action followed by several Lovain City Council members opposing the proposed city ordinance changes.
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Lovain Central Labor Union
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Conference shapes appeal against Legion Gas rate hike
Attorney General Crabbe and advisers from several municipalities met to draft arguments for the state supreme court in a case challenging the State Utilities Commission order raising rates. A temporary reversal order was issued by the supreme court pending hearing, allowing the company to charge current rates with refunds if the increase is later rejected.
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Ohio Attorney General seeks removal of Grove City mayor
April 21 news from Columbus reports Attorney General Crabbe asking Governor Donakey to suspend and remove Grove City Mayor John C. Felton over alleged neglect during Rambherg incident at Beulah Park race track. Crabbe cites planned race halts by Sheriff Weaser and requests a hearing before action. Governor’s office indicates possible compliance with a hearing but no decision on suspension yet.
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Luis
Sambling
Ohio
Geeral Crabbe
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John C.petton
Grove City
Here
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Rambherg
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Faid
Sheri Chris Weaser
Akron
Bettine
Crabbe
Major Delton
Law
Donehey
Vernor
Pitee
Newlal Park
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Shooting Affrays in Cleveland Cost Four Lives
Four men died in Cleveland during a violent spree on April 6, including Patrolman Will Bowe and Joseph Flishter. Detective Harry Tlevil was wounded but in stable condition, and a suspect, Borgman, was later reported safe after a confrontation at a Crain store. The events involved multiple robberies and a deadly standoff, with authorities continuing to pursue leads.
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Toda
Alfrat
Will Bowe
Joseph Flishter
Guiseppe Marchesi
William Jones
Harry Tlevil
Borgman
United Crain
Muelid Avenue
Tientid
Hotchkiss
Joseph Flaghter
Amherst man fined for second offense possession
Pou Brenan Jr. of Amherst was fined 1060 and costs on a second offense for possession of interie.ion before Justice George yesterday afternoon. He was fined 600 in George court three weeks ago for the first fent.
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Amherst
Ion
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George
Splendid Talks Feature W C T U Institute Here
W C T U members gathered for the Loe rein County Mid-year Executive meeting and Institute at the Church of Christ ing. Mrs Nelle M Hill spoke twice on temperance strategies and the need for active organizing. Attendees urged reading The Messenger to stay informed on prohibition facts and praised recent sermons as inspiration for continued work.
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Liberal League
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Edwin Kirby
Lue Methodist Church
Wets corrupting miners say Curran probes fraud
Father J J Curran of Wilkes Barre testified before the prohibition committee accusing wet interests of bribery to overturn mining law during the anthracite strike He charged Father Kasaaerum of Sugar Notch Pennssiania sought miners surrender of rights and warned of blood money linked to legal violations under wet conditions
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J. J. Curran
Wilkes Barre
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Pennayhrant
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Pernssiania
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Curran
Tather Kasaaerum
Mike
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Fires rage across New York and New Jersey region
Two or more men die as brush fires driven by dry sleet weather threaten summer homes and forests from Hook Mountain to the Shinnecock Hills. Explosions and sparks ignite cottages, barns, and a mansion as fires burn about 125 900 acres between Tom River and Barnegat and destroy several cottages in Southampton.
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Plans for New Federal Prison Considered
Washington officials discussed erecting a federal prison with about 5 000 inmate capacity to ease crowding in state and county facilities. No legislation is expected this session. current growth in population strains existing federal and regional jails. opening Alder fugh women’s prison and Chillicothe men’s reformatory aid only temporarily.
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Justice
Congress
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West Va
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Ohio
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Salvation Army leader Booth hospitalizes amid possible surgery
National commander Booth of the Salvation Army is confined to her apartment after a renewed attack of chronic appendicitis. Doctors Shipley and Mac Arthur say an immediate operation may be needed and will decide within 12 hours. Russo German treaty reportedly ready for signature announced by government spokesman.
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Salvation Amy
Pearson Hovel
Carl V. Shipley
Louis L. MacArthur
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Newark Phasiaan
Shipley
Burlin
Grange Master Witness At Prohibition Hearing
Washington April 21 The American farmer was the victor in a prohibition hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee with Ill Striving master of the New York State Grange declaring farmers stand for law obedience and oppose any modification of prohibition He was the first farm representative to appear before the committee seeking to represent farmers of America The farmers voice is approval of any attempt to modify the dry law We here in peaceful enforcement of the law want to know if satcons ire to be restored and our grains to be put into drink instead of food The executive council of the national Grange named me to come here The committee asked How many members on the council Three This article continues on page 2
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Senate Judiciary Committee
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Strin
Lorain Man Dies From Train Collision Injuries
George Beath 26 dies at St. Josephs Hospital after being injured when he fell between a Nickel Plate freight cars near Lorain. An official investigation is pending while authorities determine the accident’s cause. Beath, survived by wife and three children, to be buried in Ottawa Ohio.
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Apri
George Beath
Brukenan
Lorain Arts
St. Joseph's Hospital
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Beatht
Aa Beath
Ross
Ta Joseph's Hospital
Ottawa
Ohio
Jose Fernandez
Nichette
St Joseph's Hospital
Aratth
Senate debates Talim debt settlement near vote
The senate weighs a $2,042,000,000 debt settlement with Italy amid plans to recommit for further inquiry into Stahel's capacity. Democrats and some Republicans back the pact while Smoot predicts approval. Afterward negotiations on France and other debts are anticipated.
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Smoot
Stah
Raeriesn
Debt Commission
France
Senate
Benun
Czecho
McKinney Estate Value After Will Filing
Wealthy steel operator McKinney, age 63, who shot and killed Bim Vort last week, left an estate valued at 15 million dollars. The will was filed in probate court as relatives were named in the document.
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Millsons Cleveladn
Price McKinney
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