Labor favored Cox over Harding in AFL report
The American Federation of Labor nonpartisan committee endorses Governor Cox, citing his Ohio governorship record on 69 labor measures with no contrary votes, and contrasts it with Harding. The piece notes Cox campaign momentum, anti slush fund rhetoric, and a New York luncheon reception amid vigorous Democratic mobilization.
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Field & Co. Subpoenaed in Profiteering Probe
Chicago August 30 federal inquiry into profiteering by big department stores resumes as a federal grand jury issues a subpoena ordering Marshall Field & Co to produce its books. authorities pursue alleged price gouging on State Street with focus on major retailers.
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Treaty Peace Claim Sparks Debate Over Versailles
Otto H. Kahn, the New York banker, argues that Europe’s postwar woes stem more from the Versailles treaty than the war itself. He cites the treaty as failing to create true peace, outlining implications for England France and Italy amid ongoing unrest.
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Wood Declines to End Denver Tramway Strike
Denver, Aug 30 Major General Wood on an inspection tour and investigating tramway strike developments said he will make no further attempts to settle the stalemate. After meetings with city and state officials and tramway officials he declared he could not break the deadlock between tramway officials and striking employees.
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Plot to Restore Former Emperor Karl Alleged in Austria
In Vienna on Friday, Minister Streter disclosed a plot to restore former Emperor Karl to the throne. Sixty nine deputies from former Premier Frederick's party are said to be implicated, with their names to be revealed at a secret parliamentary session.
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Lottie Pickford Granted Divorce From Alfred Rupp
Los Angeles August 30 Lottie Pickford Rupp movie star won a divorce by default from Alfred G Rupp a New York broker on charges of desertion and non support.
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Four Killed in Riot Across Ireland Provinces
Four people died in clashes between authorities and republican sympathizers on Friday night. Three policemen and one soldier were killed with at least five policemen wounded across four Irish provinces.
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Mexican Judge on a Mission to U S
Alberto M. Gonzales justice of the Mexican Supreme Court spent several days in Washington on a mission for the president of Mexico. He is in the United States on a mission of review and diplomacy.
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Alberto M. Gonzales
Supreme Court of Mexico
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Making the Best of It from the Bosysn Transcript
A six year old boy asks to be accepted as a brother to Dorothy as a dog is denied. The Houston Post item notes Jimmie and Ethel walking home from school with patched pants provoking talk of marriage.
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Mob Threatens Chicago Slayer After Hall Shooting
Joseph Beck, a dance hall owner in Chicago Ridge, was jailed under heavy guard after threats arose following his early morning shooting of George Bartusch, the village treasurer and trustee. Bartusch died from a forehead wound as dancers asked for more light. authorities intervened to prevent a lynching.
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Big Floods Strike Four States Across the Midwest and West
Special dispatches report to Louisville Kentucky Carlisle Kentucky severe flood damage from a cloud burst with homes washed away and residents evacuated. Sherman Texas records 8.4 inches of rain the heaviest in 40 years forcing evacuations and livestock losses. Canon City Colorado reports washed tracks Royal Gorge water up 12 feet and damaged bridges. Lincoln Nebraska sees heavy rains and crop damage across eastern and southern areas.
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Train Kills Four Of Kansas Family
Hutchinson Kansas August 30 four members of the family of Robert Yust Reno county farmer were killed instantly when Santa Fe train number two struck a closed car at a grade crossing twenty miles west of Hutchinson Sunday afternoon. Three others including Mr Yust were injured and taken to a Hutchinson hospital. The younger girl was not expected to live. Mr Yust said he did not see or hear the train until he was on the track and his engine died when he tried to reverse.
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Girl Almost Makes Roosevelt Miss Train
Ceilay Rapids Iowa August 30 Franklin D Roosevelt Democratic nominee for Vice President was awakened by his secretary and spoke briefly to about 500 Democrats at the station. He did not discuss politics and greeted the crowd. He then moved along the platform shaking hands, rushing to reboard as the train started.
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Watchman Kills Boy at Valley Junction Train Yard
Des Moines Aug 20 Raymond Nall was shot Friday night by railroad watchman E N Sholz who mistook him for a thief while attempting to hop a freight at Valley Junction. He died in Mercy hospital Saturday after being shot in the leg.
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Peace Terms From Yonkers Statesman Style Dialogue
A fragmented exchange shows a dialogue about a bonnet price and fashion. Styles questions the cost of a military bonnet while one speaker protests affordability. The excerpt blends social chat with stray headings and unfamiliar lines.
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Hi Cost to Hit Again Says Chicago Banker John J. Mitchell
John J. Mitchell of Chicago predicts a fresh fall in the cost of many commodities, led by silk, leather, sugar, and food products. He cites price gaps for shoes and suits as evidence of merchants overcharging and says banks will not finance overinflated building projects. Banks note high loan rates and shifting investor interest away from real estate as prices remain volatile.
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Coal Strike in Britain Could Be Averted
Laborite officials hoped the threatened nationwide coal strike could be avoided after a poll showed 277,413 in favor and 117,068 opposed. About 10,000 boys reportedly supported the strike, with a split expected among miners' ranks. A crisis was forecast for Tuesday when the triple alliance of miners, transport workers and railwaymen meet.
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Mexican Army Now Totals 117000 Men
Mexico City reports the Mexican army now totals 117000 officers and men as the military personnel are reduced since de la Huerta's administration. About 500 generals are listed though many are revolutionsaries who surrendered or on indefinite leave of absence. Carranza reportedly maintains at least 1000 generals.
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President de la Huerta
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Germans destroy ships and seaplanes at Furstenwalde
Berlin says workmen at the Pintsch factory in Furstenwalde east of Berlin destroyed four seaplanes and 28 torpedo throw destined for surrender to America Britain France and Japan. The materials, valued at 60900 marks, were believed to be for use by Poland.
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Hunger strike prisoners near death in Cork
Twelve Sinn Fein prisoners in Cork are near death after weeks on hunger strike. Crowds of relatives gathered outside the prison as inmates refused water following attempts to add liquid food to their water.
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Feminine Progress in Birmingham Oddities
In the Birmingham Age-Herald a quip about Gladys Twobble questions her cinematic ambitions. It notes she is passing a second stage of soul development and contemplates roles as a slum worker or missionary, hinting at marriage prospects and a conventional life plan.
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Bainter and Venable Rumored Engagement On Olympic
The actress Fay Bainter returns from Europe to New York with Lieutenant Commander Venable of the U S N. He allegedly escorted her aboard the Olympic without port authority permission. Friends say they are married or engaged, while Bainter claims they are only good friends.
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Ingraham
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Zamora Loses Battle as Captives Escape in Mexico
American and British aviators captured by Pedro Zamora near Cuate reportedly escaped during a battle with federal troops near Atuland in Jalisco. Zamora’s forces, about 400 strong, were routed with 43 killed.
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Bears Cause Riot In St Louis Zoo Escape
Two grizzly bears escaped from the municipal zoo in St. Louis on Friday and roamed a residential district as mounted police and a large crowd pursued them. One bear was wounded by riot gun bullets before both were captured.
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Washington Belle Summers in South
Daviette Ficklin of Washington D C spends August at Hot Springs Virginia as one of the capital's most popular summer figures.
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Samuel P. Ficklin
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Mortgage firm seeks appellate reversal after bankruptcy ruling
The Missouri Valley Catoe Loan Association declared bankrupt by Judge Woodrough appeals to the circuit court challenging the bankruptcy order and the receiver appointment. The filing cites objections to both actions amid the Detroit Free Press fragment.
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Harding Urges Hague Tribunal Over League of Nations
In Des Moines Iowa on August 30 Warren G Harding called for a world peace approach centered on a Hague tribunal rather than the League of Nations He said the league has failed as a war preventive and should be scrapped in favor of international justice based on rights and justice rather than power.
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Iowa Coal Miners and Operators to Confer
Warsaw August 20 This year\'s wage dispute centers on a seven dollar fifty cent demand by miners. Operators have postponed announcing their decision until Tuesday. A meeting postponed from Saturday will be held by both sides to address the demands.
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Plan of Campaign in Ohio State Journal
Plan of Campaign urges Republicans in Ohio to actively defend and advance ideas. It emphasizes not remaining silent and encourages bold messaging to secure progress and victory in the political struggle.
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