Alexander Graham Bell Dies At 75 In Nova Scotia
Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone and noted scientist, died at 75 in Baddeck Nova Scotia after a three month illness. Born in Edinburgh in 1847, he moved to Canada in 1870 and to Boston a year later where he worked on the telephone at Boston University. He patented the telephone in 1876 and helped the deaf through the American Association for the Teaching of Speech to the Deaf. He funded endowments and ran laboratories near Baddeck, Cape Breton, for ongoing research and his private museum.
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Pioneers Name New President in Historic Election
The Pioneer Hook and Ladder Company elects a new president following the death of longtime leader William H. Armstrong. Armstrong organized the company and led as president since its early history starting February 1872. Charles A. Spangler served as treasurer and recently stepped aside for John Piery amid lively local politics.
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Arsenic Pie Victims Climb To Sixty One In New York
In New York on August 2, the death toll from arsenic in Chelburne's restaurant pie rose to 61 as hundreds of customers fall ill. Chemists say the poison dissolves within forty eight to seventy two hours. Carl Abramson, the restaurant cook, is jailed on a $100 bond to serve as a material witness in the investigation.
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Padgett Veteran Congressman Referendum Reports
Fragmentary text references veteran congressman Padgett and Donmtod Padzate, with scattered names and a vague reference to Washington and a sequence on six. Most readable may hint at a political item or tribute but details are unreadable.
Wolf Faces Heavy Fine and Monthsl Jail Sentence
Arraigned before Justice Halm this morning on liquor selling charges, David Wolf of Suters alley was fined 200 dollars and sentenced to three months in jail. Police found five quarts of corn whisky and other evidence at his home after a Monday arrest. Several witnesses testified he sold drinks from his home to patrons over time. Wolf waived a jury trial. State Attorney D Angle Walfinger pressed for strict penalties. The defendant could not pay the fine.
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Strikebreaker dead another badly hurt in riot
In Fort Smith Arkansas on August 3 a riot at the Missouri Pacific freight yards near Vai Bureb left one strikebreaker dead and another fatally wounded. Reports say both victims were strikebreakers.
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Senator Crow Dies After Long Illness in Chalk Hill
United Press reports Senator William K. Crow died at his Chalk Hill summer home after a lengthy illness. Born March 10, 1970, in German Township, Fayette County, Crow rose from farmer’s son to U S Senate, aided by teaching, journalism, law and politics. He was appointed to the Senate by Gov. Snyder after Senator Knox’s death and served briefly.
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Trial on Kennedy Murder Set for Third Time
United Preway Losanusra and Mads tynn Obenchain face a third trial for the murder of J Bolton Kennedy, a wealthy broker. Jurors previously deadlocked after 96 hours of deliberation, prompting a full transcript request to review the evidence.
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Fahrney Family Reunion Set for City Park Tomorrow
The fifteenth annual Fahrney reunion will be held at City Park tomorrow with Rev. Mmimert of Shippensburg presiding. The event features a musical and literary program and a business meeting. Refreshments will be free and a large crowd is expected.
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Reed Drives Lead in City Returns in Democratic Tilt
In Kansas City and other cities, Senator James A. Reed surged as returns favored his leadership over Long, signaling strong party revolt and possible endorsement from opponents of former President Wilson. Oklahoma City reports show Ku Klux Klan candidate Swanson in Oklahoma governor race, while Claude A. Swanson leads in Virginia nominations with a large majority. West Virginia and nearby states show varying results as multiple candidates contend.
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Doctor from Mexico joins Washington County Health Demonstration
Dr Salvadors Bermudez of Mexico arrived in Hagerstown and joined the Washington County Health Demonstration staff for two months to study local health conditions. He was selected by the Obregon government at the request of the Rockefeller Foundation and awarded a fellowship.
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Congress Rejects British Debt Cancellation Plan
A strong chorus of noes from Congress greeted Britain's debt cancellation proposal. House and Senate members reaffirmed that Europe must repay the eleven billion dollar war debt with interest, maintaining that the Debt Refunding Bill remains a public barrier to cancellation.
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Warns Restaurant To Remove George Washington’s Picture
A typewritten Ku Klux Klan letter received by the Washington Restaurant owner demanded removal of the George Washington image from a front advertising sign. The firm, opened by four Greek partners, vows to keep the picture, asserting American citizens’ rights, while authorities investigate the sender. Scott M. Wolfinge represents the restaurant in the matter.
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Sleuths at Work on the W.M. Cases
Detectives from Baltimore and other agencies assist in the manhunt after an outrage Friday night when two railroad strike-breakers were tarred and feathered near Hugora town. A $3,000 reward stimulates leads as nine men are sought. Police gather evidence. fingerprints from tar containers. local officials plan property reassessment with Lindsay guiding Gantz and Bowers, appointments to occur midmonth.
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Tug Edward Blast Kills Six in Haut River Tragedy
A massive explosion aboard the tug Edward on the Haut river near New York city reportedly killed six crew members. The blast shattered the vessel and damaged waterfront homes as police and a fireman first believed to have found the bodies of the victims.
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Government Coal Supervision Board Moves 14009 Cars Daily
Washington reports the Government Coal Supervision Board will move 14 009 cars of coal per day to meet overseas demand. Secretary Hoover announced the plan as the program aims to utilize producing mine output and boost coal supply for foreign markets. The move targets efficient national coal distribution and increased export readiness despite prior production constraints.
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Harding Prepares to Use the Big Stick in Railroad Strike
President Harding, citing government advice from Chicago, plans to place full blame on executives if the railroad shopmen strike continues. He warns the public of unchallenged powers to protect public interests and hints at drastic action, including possible seizure of railroads, if the dual strikes persist.
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Health Fails Woman After Poison Tablet Attempt
Mrs. Mary Bray, about sixty years old, wife of William Brown of Highfield, attempted suicide by mercury tablet between midnight and morning. She was taken to Hagerstown hospital in critical condition. doctor H C Bridgers of Blue Ridge Summit expressed cautious hope for recovery. Her family recalls a prior suicide attempt years ago. She is mother to two daughters, aged 15 and 10, and was active in local charitable work.
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State troops move into Indiana coal fields
Indianapolis August 3 State troops moved from Camp Atboix Kentucky into Southern Indiana today to protect coal mines operating under State supervision Two battalions were ready to pitch camp somewhere in Indiana coal fields Adjutant General Smith announced
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Lewis campaigns in Cecil County Elkton visit
Former U S Senatorial candidate David J. Lewis campaigned in Cecil County visiting Cecilton, Chesapeake City, and Elkton to meet voters. Baltimore Senator Nortis also visited Elkton on Saturday meeting voters.
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Big Four Unions May Be Involved in Strike
Two strikers were shot and fatally injured by a U S deputy marshal in a fight at the Missouri Pacific freight yards in Van Buren. Rothwell died shortly after. An official of a major railroad Brotherhood predicted that within 30 days a nationwide rail worker strike could pull in all unions, including the Big Four, over equipment defects and safety concerns. A probate filing noted the will of Hayett Stonebrakar submitted to the Orphan's Court.
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Rail executives plan move to break 400000 rail shopmen strike
New York dispatch reports executives aim to use non union forces to end the strike by pressuring workers and denying seniority impairment. The plan follows the American Federation of Railways rejection of President Harding's proposed strike settlement, with notices sent to striking and non-striking employees about seniority protections and job placements in railroad shops nationwide.
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Minnie Leggett Granted Parole in Murder Case
Minnie Leggett, jailed since a 1916 murder case linked to a church street crime, received parole after review at the state prison central. Authorities say Leggett’s release follows parole board approval and processing at the state facility.
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