Cameron Plans 4 Million Power Project Here
Tornadoes ripped through Southern Minnesota and Wisconsin yielding six deaths and more than sixty injuries. The storms caused over 1.0 million dollars in property damage, with five deaths near Menominee Wisconsin and additional fatalities in Randolph Minnesota. More than 30 people were injured in or near Randolph as towns faced extensive wreckage and power outages.
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Three Violent Deaths Shock University of Washington
Seattle June 24 Violent deaths claimed three University of Washington students in a single night. John Hawkins 23 a sophomore died when the car he rode in collided with a street car. Robert Manley 20 also perished in the same crash. John Patrick Henry Jr despondent over tests either fell or jumped seven stories from a university district apartment.
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John Hawkins
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No Flight on Sunday Indicated for Trans Atlantic Row
Dublin Ireland June 14 After the British Air Ministry noon weather report showing strong winds low clouds and rain over the Atlantic the Southern Cross crew indicated there is little likelihood of any take off on the Trans Atlantic flight Sunday morning.
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Pension Bill Aimed at Louisiana Farmers 65 Plus
A plan in the next Louisiana Legislature would pension farmers who reach 65 and have filled the required 15 consecutive seats. The measure is sponsored by Representative W. H. Henkins of Red River Parish.
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Picturesque Hotels Await Hoover in Western Parks
President Hoover will tour western parks in August, staying at fine hotels. Ahwahnee in Yosemite and the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone highlight luxury and service. Many Glacier in Glacier National Park adds steam heat and modern comforts, with a recent $30,000 expansion.
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Throne Crisis in Romania Prompts King Carol’s Seizure
London reports Baron Ionescu says throne offered to Prince Charles of Flanders as Carol seized control last week. He cites Romanian peasants' hardships from policies and notes Princess Teana relayed news during exile. Bucharest sees Mania government and hints of family reconciliation led by Queen Marie.
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All-Electric Oil Field Claimed in Kansas
Wichita Kans June 14 Kansas claims the first all electric oil field in the world at Greenwich townsite where derricks interlock as pumps and drilling run on electrical power. Officials say the system offers advantages in fast work. The El Dorado field’s 1947 48 boom saw the first major U S electricification project.
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Civilian Planes Barred Over Chinese Forts
Nanking reports civilian planes are barred from flying within five miles of Yangtze river fortifications. The Nationalist war minister warns such aircraft will be shot down to prevent breaches of Chinese military zones.
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Tariff Bill Action Not Boosting Stocks in New York
Stocks barely move after Senate passage of the Tariff Bill with many issues trading dullly. Notable quotes include Alaska Juneau 5, Anaconda 41, Motors 44, Packard 15, U S Steel 162, United Aircraft 80, Standard Oil California 63, Texas Corp 50, Fox Films 45, and other names with few sales.
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Population in Washington State Rises by 14.2 Percent
Seattle report based on preliminary census data shows 37 of 39 counties in Washington state totaling 1,522,694, an increase of 14.2 percent over 1920, about 200,000 more residents.
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Naval Treaty Praised by Ambassador Dawes in New York
Ambassador Charles G. Dawes praised the London Naval Treaty during a June 14 return to New York from London. He called the treaty the greatest step in naval reduction, securing parity for the United States and protection for Atlantic and Pacific interests. Dawes plans to resume his post next month amid rumors of nonreturn. Grain markets dropped in Chicago as favorable weather boosted belt yields. July wheat fell below a dollar for the first time this season.
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Capone padlock case dismissed as nuisance ruling
In Miami Judge Barnes dismissed padlock proceedings against Al Capone on the grounds the state failed to prove the residence was a nuisance. A new action was started with perjury charges filed after Capone defeated the nuisance bid. Police were ordered to apprehend Safety Director McCreary.
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Tacoma man claims hit and run driver
Tony Cortez, 24, jailed in Pierce County, confessed to being the hit and run driver in a collision that overturned a car in Los Angeles last April injuring several people. Held as a parole violator toward nine years remaining in Washington State Prison, he says he would rather face California murder charges and would waive extradition if Los Angeles authorities pursue him.
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Five-Foot Wind Tunnel Built for Aeronautics Research
Spinning studies underway at Langley Field in a new five-foot vertical wind tunnel. The facility, housed in the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics lab, is the only one of its kind in the United States and was built to study spinning characteristics of various wing models.
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Foreign vegetable trade rises in United States last year
Washington reports a notable rise in foreign vegetable trade with total volume over 40 million dollars. Imports reached about 29 million, while exports stood around 13 million, reflecting a growing imbalance in bilateral vegetable commerce.
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Chicago Racket Profits Revealed by Newspaper
The Chicago Daily News reports a weekly racket profit total of 5 785 000 dollars, calling it a war chest funding corruption among politicians police and prohibition agents. It breaks down the profits as beer and alcohol 3 500 000 dollars gambling houses and books 1 125 000 dollars questionable resorts 1 000 000 dollars and labor rackets arson bombings and kidnappings 925 000 dollars.
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Whitney Heir and Fiancee Bind by Love of Horses
Mary Elizabeth Artemus and John Hay Whitney are engaged. Whitney, heir to a fortune exceeding 100 million, is noted for polo and thoroughbreds. Artemus, an accomplished horsewoman and former polo player, is connected to Eastman family. their romance has stirred New York and Philadelphia society.
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Engagement Contested by Families Across Air Travel
Named P T A Head Mr Whitney planned an airplane trip from Manhasset Long Island to Saratoga to announce an engagement. Both families denied the engagement at the time. Miss Altemus is sister of James Dobson Altemus and her mother is the daughter of the late James Dobison and wife of Major Nedom A Eastman U S M. Her first husband was Lemuel Artemus.
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Naval plane capture opens Manila operation against bandits
Manila June 14. Naval aircraft hunt thieves as a sloop stolen from a civilian near Manila is tracked 20 miles away from the Jason. A second plane pilots aboard the thief after a jump overboard left him fatigued and was rescued by the plane, ending the pursuit.
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Plane Parade Costs Norfolk Visit Aboard Atlantic Coast
In a June 14 display, 140 battle fleet aircraft squadrons visited eastern seaboard cities. They consumed 42 500 gallons of gasoline and 1 700 gallons of oil. The parade spanned 1 200 miles, the largest ever assembled on the Atlantic coast.
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San Francisco Publisher Files For Major Power Project
San Francisco Chronicle publisher George T. Cameron filed with the Federal Power Commission for a final license to build a 4 million dollar power project near Juneau. The plan includes 81,000 horsepower for a pulp and paper mill on Gastineau Channel with reservoirs at Long and Crater lakes and Dorothy Lake on Taku Inlet. Federal officials will review the plan, with B F Heintzleman and J C Dart preparing a field report. the process aims for a mid-summer decision and a prompt license.
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Cotton Exports Decline as Home Mills Expand
Richmond, June 12. Cotton export through Hampton Roads dwindles as Virginia and the Carolinas expand industries. In 1928 the two states produced 1 660 000 bales while factories consumed 3 040 000 bales. Mail planes near schedule. During 1929 air mail firms flew 2 percent of the mileage scheduled by the Post Office.
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