Have film men picked lemon in Jeffries Johnson sale
Reno July 7 reporters note showmen paid a fortune for the fighters share of the Jeffries Johnson film. Directors fear bans and protests across the country may ruin the exhibit. Mayors in Cincinnati and other cities threaten bans while some officials permit screenings. Local leaders like Wilkesbarre Mayor Kulffen say they will not block showings despite opposition. Governor Marshall and Mayor Shank express doubt or support for exhibition while New Orleans officials bar the films.
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Christian Endeavorers Seek Bar On Fight Pictures In Ohio
Governor Harmon was urged by the Christian Endeavor society to help suppress the Johnson Jeffries fight pictures. A telegram from William Shaw of Heston asks aid, noting rape and murder followed prior announcements and predicting further outcomes from these exhibitions. Secretary Long is studying Ohio laws to determine legality. Columbus city officials report no complaints and ordinances do not cover suppression of such films.
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Suspected Murder in Canton Farm Incident
Canton Ohio July 7 the body of Justin TH Terrett 42 was found dead at Merrick farm near the city. The killing remains a mystery with locals pointing to Italians he had trouble with as a possible link. Refinery Superintendent a Hero Pittsburg Pa July 8 W A Weaver superintendent of the Atlantic Refining plant rushed through flames to shut a valve preventing a ben zine still from feeding great oil tanks. Fire crews battled the blaze as he braved smoke and heat to halt the spread.
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Americans and Italians on the warpath in Canton
July 7 report from Canton describes escalating race trouble between Americans and Italians at North Industry. Italians are buying weapons as tensions rise, while a brick company replacement stirred anger. A shot narrowly missed an Italian worker near a fireman's booth. Authorities pledge protection to prevent further violence. In Chillicothe, Dearne Salating of New York fell from a moving train and died after both legs were severed.
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Strike turmoil as Pennsylvania Lines West votes strike
In Pittsburg on July 7 the Pennsylvania Lines West strike ballots reach trainmen who reportedly will not push for the wage clause. In New York on July 7 the Grand Republic, the port's largest excursion boat, caught fire in the hold returning from Rockaway Beach with under 50 aboard. Captain Edward Carman guided a swift landing at Crescent Athletic club to keep passengers safe.
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Entombed in Gravel Pit Tragedy in Ohio Sand and Gravel
Cleveland Ohio July 7 Alex Doles and James Clark were buried under a gravel slide at the Ohio Sand and Gravel Company pit. Doles was killed and Clark was fatally injured in the accident.
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Taft’s public service spans 25 years with $813000 earned
A Cincinnati statistician calculates Taft’s career from 1881 as assistant prosecuting attorney to his first year and a half in the presidential bar. He states Taft has drawn $813000 in pay, equal to about $292 weekly or $1.38 an hour. Geleerd of Toledo was elected Ohio department commander by Spanish War veterans in Blyria. Hamilton chosen for next meeting.
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Car firm settles with Illinois Central out of court
Chicago July 7 the Buekeland Rolling Mills and Car company, one of five corporations charged with defrauding the Illinois Central railroad of over 3 500 000 in repairs to freight cars, has exited the case by paying a sum stated between 400 000 and 500 000. quote about belief appears.
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Condition of Slater at penitentiary hospital in Ohio
Indications of locomotor ataxia appear in Mark Slater's condition at the penitentiary hospital after a nervous breakdown since his May commitment to a four year term for falsifying vouchers as state Printer. His nervous condition worsens and locomotor ataxia signs remain. It is uncertain if he will survive to serve out the term. Sewer Engulfs Kentuckian near Louisville as John Reynolds, an oiler, is swept into a sewer and presumed carried to the river despite firemen's search.
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Roosevelt Denies Poindexter Candidacy Statements
Roosevelt rejects claims about endorsing Poindexter in Washington state race. He refuses to comment on nomination contests and says any future remarks will bear his signature. Beveridge Fish and other officials visited Sagamore Hill as a note of the day. A Dalton Ohio postoffice safe was robbed for about 100 dollars in a two year span. The Nile pyramid narrative recalls Cheops with vast mass and stone piles.
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Live Stock And Grain Market Prices In Nine Cities
Chicago markets feature cattle hogs and sheep with varying prices across vendors including Hever Pittsburg Cleveland and Boston. Western and eastern consignments show prime steers cows and calves with bids from $3 to $9 per unit and mixed lots, while wool and grain quotes appear for Ohio Pennsylvania and Kentucky regions.
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Latin American Protest Might Rally At Buenos Aires
Washington reports say at least three to four Central and South American republics may protest U S policy at the upcoming International Conference of American States in Buenos Aires. While not formal, diplomats expect diplomatic démarches critiquing U S stance on Nicaragua and the East Coast approach, with Venezuelan delegates likely leading the effort and two other governments sharing responsibility.
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Villagers in Danger near Conucopia Wisconsin
Ashland July 7 Conucopia village between Ashland and Duluth on Lake Superior faces annihilation from forest fires. Escape options were limited to the open lake as flames threaten the community and its residents.
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Two Boys Electrocuted on Chautauqua Grounds
Urbana July 7 Henry Leonard 15 and Hamilton King 14 were electrocuted on the Chautauqua grounds when Urbana Light and Urbana Telephone wires crossed. Leonard entered a headquarters camp to fetch a tack box, touched a wet telephone, was struck, a second boy King tried to assist with a wet stick and was killed as wires fell across his body.
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Bryan Declines Nebraska Senate Candidacy Again
Lincoln July 7 Bryan reiterates his refusal to seek the United States Senate seat and asks supporters to discontinue efforts toward his candidacy. He says he can best work from outside elected office and prefers not to run for any position.
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Kincaid Dies in Speedway Crash at Indianapolis
Tommy Kincaid, a daring young racing driver known across national tracks, was killed when his car plunged over the track embankment at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. He had appeared in major road and track events and was regarded as a gifted rising star among young drivers.
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