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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1927
Page
7
A chilling tale portrays a glamorous night club singer, Yolo West, as the poster girl of the modern woman killer. She allegedly killed her young husband, disposed of the body, and carried on with nightlife and gifts, while police and readers weigh the sensational portrait.
Perry Campbell a caterer was held in default of bond this morning before Justice Richard Dulley for attacking and robbing W Wiles. Wiles’ pocketbooks and a rate were found in Campbell’s possession.
A decayed dispatch from New York suggests radio programming costs loom large in a coming year. The piece mentions a possible 10,000,000 listeners by January 4 and attributes rising costs to automobile industry figures and producer movements, noting figures like Dodge Brothers and Neler Company.
Velma West of Painesville Olin Dawson charged with first degree murder after a bridge party shooting that killed her husband P Boward West. Held to the Lake County grand jury without bond following preliminary hearing before Judge Marvin H Holter. Witnesses described the accused collapsing and displaying hysterics during the proceedings.
A civil suit seeks $850 against Hult for car damages from a Saturday collision on North Prospect. Plaintiff Jak H. Bonehoy alleges the parked vehicle was struck by a moving auto. Attorney Hichuy J. Stee ney represents the plaintiff.
Washington December 14. The Supreme Court rejected a plea challenging state seizure in a Prohibition enforcement case. Rozario Gambrino and Joseph Lina were seized in a car near Manhama New York August 1924. Evidence was moved to federal hands but legality was questioned. The court noted the Maxgenn precedent and selected this case among several.
Samuel Burger faces a driving while intoxicated charge after an automobile accident. He was bound over by Squire Shows at Midileturg for a hearing, with bond set at $500, following an arrest by Howard Cl. Binnnbuugh.
Washington reports a Dry Prohibition era controversy as 3. S. Kresge’s donation pledge prompts debate over home brew gear sold in department and five and ten cent stores. Exhibits show wine presses, kegs, bottles, corks, decanters and cocktail shakers as part of a home brewing setup in stores tied to the dry cause.
Washington dispatch reports Michael D. Hintehfahr, 61, former president of the United Mine Workers of America and leader of the shear digging industry, died at his home after a long illness. He guided the union during pivotal labor strife and helped push eight hour day labor reforms.
The league meet was adjourned this morning at Nin tions connell after a police report involving a Chevrolet car stolen from Brant Williams apart. The incident affected competition as crews prepared for the remaining events with officials and spectators noting the disruption.
In Chicago on December 12 the National Kindergarten and Elementary College in Evanston released a study on belief in Santa Claus. All five year olds surveyed supported Santa, with 15 of 21 five year olds in favor. Support declined with age, reaching near zero by ten years old. The test suggested poorer children held firmer Santa beliefs than wealthier peers.
U S gunboats Sacramento and Pampanga arrived at Canton after days of fighting as chaos gripped the city. Communists appeared to seize control with local factions and foreign observers offering conflicting attributions to Russians and Chinese nationalists. Troop movements and looting followed as fires burned in spots.
In Washington the House approved a Mat section of the new tax plan keeping the present normal income tax rate for individuals. The report mentions the Vega appointment and a court scene about the Wagerstowl Furniture Company stock sale near the Court House, with receivers appointed and a Saturday noon event noted.
Members of the American Legion resist a referendum on the Eighteenth Amendment saying it would misrepresent sentiment and harm the Legion. Maryland executive leaders, including Jol R. Tenney and Wallace William, reject a national poll as unnecessary and potentially harmful, arguing members should express views by other means. The article notes the forthcoming executive session in Indianapolis and a continuation on page 12.
American Legion poll on the wet and dry question will not be taken at this time. State adjutants and commanders heard from Saloon Commander Wiward B. Spafford that the poll must be ordered by the national executive committee and he will raise the matter before the committee at its January meeting.
Cambridge Massachusetts December 12 reports that Shelierup's comet, the brightest seen in 16 years, may be visible to the naked eye around Christmas week. Harvard astronomers note the celestial visitor could be seen near Bethlehem’s star timeframe.
A New York family reports a boy kept from his mother Mrs C G Pearse by anxiety over return to his prior captors. On Saturday November 10, the boy marked his birthday with a party at his guardian’s home on Prospect Street. Doctors and guardians strive to ease his continual fear of being taken away.
Report describes brick laying starting last week for a new municipal plant with equipment purchases, foundation work underway, and weather delaying progress. Officials of the Street Commissioners headed the project, with workers tied to a single contract in Los Angeles.
The report states Paul Billedanus, 26, an American citizen with a New York University professor father, was shot and killed during a dispute at his brother in law's home as he sought documents for a divorce suit.
The $20,000 slander case of Howe and Hovturl against Seah Martin is set for jury trial today. Attorney John Waganian represents Herbert. J W Wollinger and G K Hartle represent Martin. Court officials expect the trial to occupy the rest of the day. No sentencing details were provided.
Oklahoma City December report describes lawmakers opposing Governor Henry S Johnston, calling for impeachment charges amid a charged session in the streets after guards barred entry to the state capitol. District Judge Chambers issued a temporary restraining order to stop the House from returning impeachment proceedings.
Shanchai report says General Ching-Keai Sher warns Soviet Russia to withdraw from its intrm toward China. Failure to heed could lead to severed relations between nations amid rising tensions.
Investigation finds bolts removed from two rails led to the derailment of train No. 19 at Gultey station en route from Washington to Detroit. One killed, several injured. engine and coaches damaged as passengers escaped through flying glass. Foreman’s report initiated the inquiry. baggage man CVT Weeder from McKeesport identified as present when track left. Engineer Chas Beltz of Pittsburgh suffered a broken leg. conductor John B. Kelly of Meyersdale bruised.
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