Theatre death toll now 113 in nation capital sorrow
Washington January 30 President Harding urged postponement of all capital social functions as the city mourns the Knickerbocker Theatre disaster. Reports detail heroism and loss with many families wiped out and survivors, including Dr Gearhart reviving his wife under the rubble.
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Senate urged full probe into Knickerbocker Theatre disaster
Congress was asked to conduct a complete investigation into the Knickerbocker Theatre roof collapse that killed 118. Senator Arthur Capper introduced the resolution, alleging possible collusion by contractors and inspectors over low grade construction.
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Two Bandits Capture Gems in Chicago Robbery
Clarke Norman and Jaka Cary, Rochester men aged 22 and 24, were arrested after holding up the Commonwealth Jewelry store and making off with about $10,000 in gems. The incident occurred in Chicago on January 30, with police recovering the stolen items.
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Clarke Norman
Jaka Cary
Rochester
Commonwealth Jewelry
Sudden Death Threat After Daylight Robbery
Pedestrians on a Jersey City street witnessed a daytime robbery as a highwayman relieved Mak Silverberg paymaster of Eagle Smiss Embroidery of currency. The thief threatened, demanded money, and fled, leaving the crowd startled. A nearby chimney fire at Gyan Keller’s terrace added to a tense scene as responders arrived.
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Insane WM. T. Turner Sent to Sykesville
William T Turner aged 24 from 5 Nistor avenue was found deranged on the street and taken to the Public Health Board for examination. His son Elmer, once at Pen Mar and then at St Marys Industrial School, has escaped and is in custody. doctors say Turner’s condition stems from domestic afflictions after the son’s departure.
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Eyewitnesses recall Knickerbocker Theatre disaster patrons
Dr Charles N McEnerney and his wife and sister in law were eyewitnesses to the Knickerbocker Theatre horror in Washington on a Saturday night. They narrowly avoided the collapse that killed 113 people as snow-laden roof fell during the second show. Dr McEnerney, a government medical chief, assisted the injured and worked through the night. 92 bodies had been recovered by Sunday morning.
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McEnerney
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Williamsport
Washington
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Squirrel hunting law may be opened earlier
Delegate Joseph W Wollinger said a proposed bill will change the county hunting law to allow shooting squirrels during mornings of September 1, expanding the open season. The current rule restricts hunting until the general game season begins. The measure reflects growing demand for earlier squirrel hunting.
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General Assembly
Thlis County
Joseph W. Wollinger
Conley Withdraws From Citizens Ticket In Williamsport Race
John A Conley, candidate for assistant burgess, withdraws from the Citizens Ticket in the Williamsport municipal election set for March. Conley will remain on the Peoples Progressive Ticket led by Williams J Taylor, as Ardinger’s Citizens Ticket efforts are revived with new candidates anticipated.
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Burgess
Williamsport
Citizens
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Bargess
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Ramain
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Willa J. Taylor
First National Bank Pledges Chest Fund Support
The First National Bank of Hagerstown made a generous subscription to the Community Chest fund and offered to match any amount donated by another bank. The move sets a standard in cities embracing the Chest method to fund charitable and welfare work.
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First National
Hagerstown
Government Wins Case Over Stored Whisky Rights
The Supreme Court ruled the government may hold thousands of barrels of liquor in government warehouses. It decided for the government in four suits by individuals seeking to recover and remove the whisky to private homes for personal use.
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Washington
Jan
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Naval questions settled at Washington conference
All naval questions of the Washington conference were practically settled today as a Japanese government reply arrived. Tokio's answer indicates general approval of plans by Hughes Balfour and Kale for nonfortification of Pacific islands of the United States Great Britain and Japan.
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Washington
Pacific Island
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Arthur J. Balfour
Baron Kale
Pacific Islands
Great Britain
Japan
British Explorer Shackleton Dead Reported
An interrupted dispatch notes Sir Ernest Shackleton aboard the steamship Ducat en route to an Antarctic expedition. The Quest, bound for the Guitvicken station, was reportedly involved in a maritime incident near Montevideo when another vessel, the Norwegian steam barone, was seized by a different ship.
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Open Blocked County Roads After Snowstorm
County roads remain partially blocked after several inches of snow fell. Sunday winds created drifts and blocked routes across the county, with residents in lower areas opening some roads themselves. A plow worked to clear the Downeville and Pairplay route, enabling access as crews aided the effort.
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Opera Star in New York Hospital
An opera star was rushed from the Carlton Hotel to a New York hospital for an emergency operation performed after a late arrival. The incident involved a dramatic medical response and immediate surgery to save the artist.
Final Funeral of Benedict XV Begins in Sistine Chapel
The first of three final funeral services for Pope Benedict XV opened in the Sistine Chapel. A monumental catafalque stands as cardinals, diplomats, and nobility gather. Attendance signals at least 56 electors, with debates on Italian or foreign succession and paths toward reconciliation with the Italian government.
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Sacred College
Vatican
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Massi
Man Disrupts Prayer Service At Bethel Street Church
A man named Angel Brandt, described as colored, caused a scene during an evening prayer at Bethel Street Ebenezer M. E. Church. He bounded to the pulpit shouting and was dragged from the church by members. He was charged with drunken and disorderly conduct and fined $230.
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Poisoned booze kills another in New York cab death
A Brooklyn man was found dead early today in a taxicab, prompting a police search of his companions and the source of the suspected poison. Investigators began tracing his movements and contacts as they worked to identify how the poison entered his drink.
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Death Toll Rises From Knickerbocker Theatre Collapse
Washington hospital reports place deaths near 125 as rescue workers continue search in the Knickerbocker Theatre disaster. D H Shaughnessy remains critically injured. 144 people are hospitalized. Investigations into the catastrophe will be conducted by Senate and House committees, city officials, and the coroner.
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Theatre Owner Bewildered Over Knickerbocker Disaster
Washington reports say Harry M. Crandall, owner of the Knickerbocker and other movie houses, is mystified about the catastrophe’s cause. Investigations focus on roof snow removal claims, with architects saying it was unnecessary. Experts examine debris to see if the roof was properly reinforced amid hollow terra cotta construction and lacking steel wires.
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Washington
Harry M. Crandall
Knickerbocker
Knickerbocker Theatre
Crandall
Washington County Fish and Gauze Association Meeting Night
Officers convene at BT Masters Central Building to discuss fish lawn improvements and the annual banquet, a February event. Court case involves Alice Jacques contesting the will of Marty C. Brenner, who died recently in Stallaviare. caveat amounts uncertain.
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Jacques
Mather
Marty C. Brenner
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Brakemen Put To Work On Western Maryland Railroad
An OCR fragment reports brakemen recalled to duty on the Hagerstown division of the Western Maryland Railroad. It mentions men returning to work, with references to heat, bat, and yard tasks and a dispatch about recall details.
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