Nation-wide drive against crime signals federal crackdown
The Department of Justice lists 600 gangsters to pursue until behind bars or renouncing crime. The Dillinger case sparked the push as officials vow relentless action. In the year to June 30, 551 convictions and 928 fugitives were handled by the Division of Investigation, plus 4 856 others by the Identification Unit, showing the government’s firm stance that crime does not pay and will be checked.
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Department of Justice
Rem
United States
Dillinger
Division of Investigation
Medals Proposed for Every Congress Member
John Conlon of Cumberland Maryland proposes a medal for each Congress member at session end. President approval is cited with letters to his brother Thomas F.C. A letter from Senator Copeland of New York backs the idea. The design mirrors grave markers, names the lawmaker and session date, and aims as family heirloom and identification.
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John Conlon
Maryland
Congress
Thomas F.C Cumberland
Senator Copeland
New York
League of American Wheelmen
Pay And Popularity Drive Child Star Salary Hype
A child moving picture actress earning 150 dollars a week demanded through her father a raise to 250. Publicity around the dispute boosts her box office appeal and may push producers to pay more, even if the initial request was unlikely to be granted. The article notes how salary figures influence perceived drawing power and hiring decisions in the industry.
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Companie
Weeds Should Be Cut Down In Elyria
A field survey notes many vacant lots in Elyria with weeds seeding after drought. Readers urge city improvements for appearance and health, proposing scythe or mowing machine work by volunteers. The column blends local criticism with rural humor and opinions on freedom and prosperity.
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Elyria
The Silent Observer Advertises Postpad and Verdict
The text recounts a juried verdict scene with Horace and his mother, a disjointed exchange about crime and disobedience, and a moral about growing into an honorable man as Horace’s mother and a boy named Horace are depicted amid a jam theft incident. It then shifts to a mock officeholder praise and a New Officeholder’s reception, hinting at a returning local boy and a banker’s career after eight years away.
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Horace
Entausia
Town Birth Station Delivers Unclear Farewell
Fragmentary narration from a town station scene depicts uncertain farewells and mixed expectations as a speaker addressing a crowd shares lines about honesty and a sharp remark on lawyers. The passage references names like George and Laconia in a reflective, somewhat ironic tone.
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George
Anniversaries and History Highlights From Today
Anniversaries note births and deaths of notable figures such as explorers, lawyers, scientists, and authors with scattered dates and places. It also marks historical events by year, including abolition measures, statehood, and early postal savings, though the text is fragmented and dates are inconsistent.
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Robert Morrison
China
Colorado
Postal Savings Baul
United Tesimany
Russia
France
Luxemberg
Blue Eagle
Golden Legion Bible Study Reflections on Prophecy and Time
A religious reflection notes how Ezra and Chronicles emphasize prophecy, stating that a prophet foretells events far ahead and cites Emiah as example. It argues prophets differ by reaching righteousness and delivering God’s message, praising those inspired to foresee and proclaim divine plans.
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Ezra
Emiah
Todays birthdays and horoscope from a newspaper page
A mishmash column lists birth anniversaries for Beverly Mass Ernest T Weir, Chariss Ames, Kilmer and Senator Ellison Smith, with ages and birthplaces. It notes Gaston Doumergue's age and includes a horoscopic forecast warning that impulsive feelings may affect finances as the day advances.
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Ernest T. Weir
Pittsburgh
Kansas
Menominee
Wis
Chariss B. Ames
Oklahoma City
New York
Corp
Macon
Kilmer
Jource Kilmer
Norfolk
Ellison D. Smith
South Carolina
Lynchburg
Gaston Doumergue
Wire Preservers Ferns Keep Moist While Away
Fern care tip suggests keeping moisture by placing a bowl of water nearby and running a cloth strip between the water and the fern pot. This simple method maintains humidity for a few days during absence.
Indefatigable gadabout Wade PCO figures in New York social scene
In New York August 1 Jules Claenzer, famed social gadabout, flits through polo openings, races, and celebrity events. He circles Hollywood stars, European icons, and high society gatherings, boosting guest energy with a ring-master flair while hosting parties and moving freely among Westchester lakes, Palm Beach nights, and New York salons.
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New York
Jules Claenzer
Jimmy Walker
Surrey
Douglas Fairbanks, Sr
Glaenzer
Palm Beach
Hollywood
Europa
Wrestling Boss Curley Shapes Sport’s Big Show
Jack Curley, famed for building wrestling into a major spectacle, dominates the scene with ringside stars and top fights. The piece contrasts public skepticism of wrestling with its thrilling danger and Curley’s enduring theatrical reach.
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Jack “Urtley
Curley
Hogan and Heiman Families Visit WAKEMAN Briefs
Weekend visitors from Cleveland and Florence called on local residents as the community noted social visits. A fire severely damaged the upstairs at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Pierte Sundar, spotlighting a local emergency.
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Wakeman
Arthur Hogan
Cleveland
Hugh Coury
Charles Heiman
Florence
W. J. Benson
Clarence Pierte Sundar
Weekend Visitors And Local Residents Recounted
Defective wiring was morning. Mrs Dora Pomeroy spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Charles Heiman Jr in Florence. Mrs and Mrs Myron Biggs and daughters of Lorain were Saturday callers of Mr and Mrs C E Bennett. William Parsons of UCleveland spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs J C Parsons. Ralph Felton of Cleveland visits Mr and Mrs Karl Love. Paul Breisch of Green Springs visits Mr and Mrs Joseph Breisch. Thomas and James Guthrie of Lima are visiting relatives and friends in town. Mr and Mrs William Albright moving in with Leonard Albright. Mr and Mrs Carl Shaffer of Norwalk were Sunday callers of the latter's parents Mr and Mrs William Albright. Mr and Mrs Arthur Peabody and children of Wellington and Carroll Peabody of Grafton were Sunday afternoon callers of Mr and Mrs Fred Peabody.
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Dora Pomeroy
Charles Heiman Jr
Florence
Myron Biggs
Lorain
C. E. Bennett
William Parsons
Ucleveland
J. C. Parsons
Ralph Felton
Cleveland
Karl Love
Paul Breisch
Green Springs
Joseph Breisch
Thomas
James Guthrie
Lima
William Albright
Leonard Albright
Carl Shaffer
Norwalk
Arthur Peabody
Wellington
Carroll Peabody
Grafton
Fred Peabody
Water Witch Active in Ohio Returns to Berea
The so called water witch with a peach wood divining rod warned A. M. Menke to drill 12 feet deep for water. Menke drilled 94 feet before striking water at the advised spot in the Greater Cleveland area.
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Greater
Cleveland
A. M. Menke
Menke
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Chicago
Michigan Ave
Detroit
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R. J. Scott
Lyndhurst
William the Conquerer
Yokohama
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Icaire
Westchester
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Harlem
Father Divine
West 215Th Street
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Svel
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Holland
Madison Avenue
Conpyright
McNaught Syndicate, Inc
Blue-Bird Restaurant
Court Street
Water Witch
W. B. Thompson
Lorain County
Mae West
Miss West
Paramount Pictures
Leo McCarey
America
Q P. Lorillard Co., Inc
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