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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1926

Page

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Senate Slush Fund Probes Primaries Across States

The Senate slush fund committee released a summary showing Pennsylvania spent 2 793 585 02 on three rival candidates and supporters led by Pepper Fisher Smith Woodward. The inquiry targets Illinois Oklahoma Kentucky and California primaries with August dates and expands to ten more states in September.

Hill Pennsylvania Senate George Wharton Pepper Pepper-Fisher-Smith-Woodward Republican Citizens Campaign Committee of Philadelphia Washington S- Althourgh Illinois Senate Slush Fund Committee Oklahoma Kentucky Calbifornia Nevada New Hampsnrie Wisconsin Maryland Colorado Verne Washington New York Mlinoig FTOM Gld PL Nye North Dakota

Liquor Found Hidden Aboard Steamship Cretan

Customs officials arrested the captain and 22 crew aboard the steamship Cretan after the ship arrived unexpectedly in Boston with 30 000 palletons of alcohol and assorted liquors concealed in the hold and niches. The cargo, claimed as waste paper and coal, is likely to be forfeited to the United States government as contraband.

Boston Portland Philadelphia United States

Murderers Executed on Garrote in Santiago Cuba

In Santiago Cuba Sal vador Aguilera was garroted for the murder and torture of his aunt from whom he stole $12. The first garrote attempt failed and a second turn ended his life after opiate stimulation. Two fellow prisoners from Savannah Ga assisted, both serving life terms in Santiago prison.

Santiago Cuba Salvador Aguilera Savannah Aguilera

Liberty Bonds Taxable When Used for Pay

United States district judge Dickinson ruled liberty bonds accepted in lieu of cash for services are taxable income. The decision allows the government to claim income tax from corporate officials nationwide who have taken salaries in liberty bonds and later converted them to cash.

Phu Adelyhlu United States Dickinson

Three Arrested After Hilarious Party At Auto Ride

Sheriff Underhill reports three persons held in county jail after an odd auto ride party. Thomas Ramsey 32 faces driving while intoxicated, partner Ji Greene 50 charged with possession, Emma Coville 44 charged with intoxication. Arraignment expected today before Justice S J Grorgr.

Toder Tattermut Fred A. Underhill S. J. Grorgr Thomas Ramsey Pariner Ji Greene Natican Companion Emma Coville

William Clark to die in electric chair tonight

Clark, 19, of Sandusky county, convicted of murdering Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hoffman near Helena Ohio on February 8, will be executed at the state penitentiary tonight. The Governor refused clemency after Chief Justice Marshall notified that the court rejected Clark's motion for a stay and denied a review of the trial.

Columbus William Clark Sandusky County Ralph Hoffman Helena Ohio Marshall State Supreme Court Clark

Suspects Held in Two Cleveland Robberies

Cleveland police hold two Elyria youths about 12 years old on suspicion of robbing the Little Store on Furnace and West River streets June 26 and entering the Jack Davis store on Lodi Street July 1. Chief Stankard, Major Hinkson travel to Cleveland to bring the youths back. They will be arraigned before Judge Wilens in Probate Court.

Poljive &. Ur Stankard Cleveland Elyriabo Furnace West Riv Jack Davis Lodi Street Warrr Hinkson Wilens

Fire destroys Iron Co plant in East St. Louis

A blaze tore through the Southern Malleanly Tron Company plant in East St. Louis injuring two firefighters and causing an estimated loss of 500000 dollars.

Iron CO Brules

Maryland Court Deliberates on Candy Bandit Whittmore Death Appeal

The Maryland Court of Appeals met to reconsider the death sentence of Richard Reese Whittmore, known as the Candy Bandit, for the killing of prison guard Robert Holtman. The eight-justice bench planned to render a decision after deliberations before the summer recess.

Whittemore Annapolis Maryland Duct of Appeals Richard Reese Whittemore Robert Holtman

Engine Trouble Forces French Liner to Return to New York

The French liner Degrasse sailing from New York to Havre developed engine trouble about 350 miles out and is returning to New York. It carries 38 first class and 80 tourist class passengers. A wireless message from Captain Marius Ausert said the port turbine is out of order.

New York Degrasse Havre Les Frm Marius Ausert

Plague Precautions Tighten Across Tokio and Yokohama

Tokio and Yokohama health authorities move to curb bubonic plague after a fatal Yokohama case and three suspected infections. An anti rate drive is under way and authorities are boosting measures to destroy potential sources.

Tokio

Franc Reaches New Low Level in Paris Market

The franc slumped to a new weak level against the dollar in Paris currency trading on July date. Officials warned of continued volatility as investors reassessed the franc’s value and potential policy impacts.

Paris

Round the World Plane Touches Cleveland Stop

The Sikorsky plane in the round-the-world race left Cleveland at 7:45 a.m. under Captain Homer E. Berry and Lieut. Walter Hinton powered by Major Robert E. Con den and officials noted the crew and officials aboard. The mission aimed to complete the final lap of the time race with plans to either continue or remain.

Cleveland Sikorsky Mary Linton Weiss Detroit Howard Eras Seattle New Homer E. Berry Walter Hinton Robert E. Conden United States Junior Chamber of Commerce John Gould New York Jacob Tsaloff James Maxwell Neveland Berry Torques Orcs

Early settlement predicted in New York subway strike

Edward P Lavin head of the strikers union announced plans within forty eight hours that could change the strike's course. A business delegation urged arbitration and new recruits joined the walkout raising totals, while service fell to around half normal on the second day. The federal government weighed potential intervention as Secretary Day ordered a conciliator to monitor the situation.

New. York New York Edward PL Lavin Major Walker Washington Subway Tahor Day Mooseheart Thomas J. Williams Chicago

Middletown to Add Wells for Water Supply

Fragmentary report indicates Middletown plans to add water wells to bolster supply. Text is garbled but suggests engineering work near existing water lines and property connections may be involved.

Middletown

Deportation Warrant Aimed at Remus Remus

A deportation warrant seeks to expel George Remus of Cincinnati as an undesirable immigrant. He is jailed in Troy, Ohio, serving a one year term in a liquor case. Authorities cite his alleged status as a Gem and lack of naturalization.

Ra. Daly George Remus Boatlegsar Cincinnati United States MA. Cookenda Federal Immissiation Atlanta Loid International Remus Troy Ohio Nemus Red Wekendall Jane i Naturalization

Commencement Exercises At Summer Bible School

The second annual exercises of the Sumner Summer Bible School take place tomorrow at seven o'clock in TANISE. The program features singing scripture verses lesson studies catechisms and demonstrations of work taught, with Rev G A Brown and a corps of teachers assisting. The aim remains to lead children ages six to sixteen to a personal faith in Jesus Christ as savior. Public invited to witness closing remarks by the superintendent.

Jha June Welty Garnet Wilson C. M. Ackermisg Lilian Palmer

Lawsuit Filed for 15000 Injury Judgment in Elyria

Jesse Monroe filed a petition in the court of common pleas seeking 15000 against M. A. Abba of Elyria Black alleging he was struck by Abba’s automobile while alighting from a westbound inter urban street car on April 26. He claims permanent injury including a fractured result and nervous shock. alleges failure to stop.

Jesse Monroe East River Street Court of Common Pleas M. A. Abba Elyria Black The Plaintief Havi

Manes Pleads Against Durrin in Murder Trial

In Chicago on July 8, prosecutor Michael Tumano argues for a death penalty for Martin Durkin in the case of Edwin C. Shanahan, a government agent killed during an arrest attempt. Defense and state attorneys clash over Durkin’s alleged defiance of law as proceedings extend into Friday morning.

Michael Tumano Martin Turki Hamnaneo Edwin C.shanahan Shanahan Durkin Romano Sang Frei Romana Keeonscience Ruthie Koenhen Tom Eugene Marty

Beaumont Is New Adjutant Of YFW Post

Beaumont Lodi street resident Beaumont was elected adjutant of the local post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, succeeding William I. Rook, who resigned at the last meeting. The post also received applications for new members and praised Lt. Col. Murboch, elected senior vice commander, with a plan to boost memberships and prizes in the upcoming year.

Beaumont Lodi Street Veterans of Foreign Wars William I. Rook Oscar Jacob Koonenhaffer Joseph A. Wacik Fred A. Randel Jfl Murboch Department of White Murboch Qhie Coronel Marbach Ralph Wobihl Joseph Metzler Flemra Vetr VFW

Examination on S41 disaster shows crew died at their posts

Precursory tests on the submarine S41 in dry dock at Brooklyn Navy Yard indicate not more than fifteen bodies may be recovered from the wreck area. Lieutenant-Commander Ellsberg leads the inquiry and reports likely fatalities at their stations, with signs the crew tried to avoid collision with the City of Rome.

New York Brooklyn Mavy Yard Erst Ellsberg Rome Tim Bottoi Islaui Ie Radis Tome Thome

Canton Race of Murders Grips City in Days

A third murder in as many days was disclosed as an unidentified man’s body was found along Mast Creek in the southeastern Canton, apparently killed by a fractured skull after a beating with an oak club. Earlier victims included Alex Leukas and Albert Thomas, both shot during a firefight, with Thomas later dubbed Alabama Slim.

Canton Mast Creek Mina Alex Leukas Amd Albert Thomas Pears Henry Morgan Alabama Slim Thomas Slim

Robber Escapes From Trumbull County Jail

A confessed robber, Ken Bare, 24, escaped Trumbull County Jail by climbing a cold air pipe into a chimney and out the roof before sliding to the ground. His wife and children have disappeared. a $1000 reward was offered for the stolen berries and cash connected to the case.

Warren Ken Bare Trumblll Cand Tee Pays J WA. Canzalten

Mercury records fall as Chicago heat overwhelms city

Chicago experienced record temperatures with high marks near eighty six degrees as officials reported a scorching day. Official forecaster G B Donnel refused to forecast the next high point, citing unsettled conditions.

G. B. Donnel

Miller Faters Noth Miller Faters Noth Conspiracy Charge Faced by Ex Alien Property Custodian

Former Alien Property Custodian Colonel Thomas W. Miller appeared with counsel before a federal judge and pleaded not guilty to a conspiracy to defraud the government tied to a $7,000,000 transfer involving the American Meals Company. Co-defendants include Harry M. Daugherty and the late John T. Kirk. Trial set for September 7.

New York Thomas W. Muller Mack American Meals Company Stadions Tinan Mac Enels Miller Harry M. Daugherty John T. Ktorg Connecticut Wilmington Del Washington Daugherty

Explosion at oil tank car kills three in Charleston

Roy Tharton aged 35 died in hospital as death toll from the Viking Oil plant tank car blast rose to three. Maynard Hates 14 and William C. Gilchrist 25 also died after climbing on the car to transfer gasoline when fumes ignited. Seven more workers burned were hospitalized though not seriously injured.

Charleston W. Va Roy Tharton Thres Maynard Hates William C. Gilchrist Viking Oil

Forty Autos Destroyed by Fire in Youngstown

A blaze swept Balser Motor Sales Company in Youngstown destroying forty autos. Damage was estimated at $50,000 as investigators reviewed the scene. Police noted a smoldering floor stub may have sparked the fire.

Youngstown

Third Enforcement Area Poief Declares Andrews Disgusted

Buffalo reports Prohibition official Eugenn Roberts in the third enforcement area says Brigadier General Lincoln Andrews appeared very disgusted after a Washington conference. Roberts notes Andrews resisted resignation but White House pressure kept him at work until his England trip.

Andrews Buffalo Eugenn Roberts Lincoln GC. Andrews White House England Major Roberts Pecupetate Bia Shaitersd Narter

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