Wets in House Use New York as Model
Washington reports a House committee for modification of the Volstead act plans a campaign to amend the dry law to permit nonintoxicating beverages as determined by states. A four member draft bill and a larger drive are planned amid national prohibition debates.
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Washington
New York
House Committee
House Judiciary Committee
Ilinois
George B. Brennan
House
Senate Judiciary Committee
Sargent
Congress
Coolidge
California
Ned M. Green
Remodeled Haugen Bill Introduced In Congress
Washington reports a modified Haugen price stabilisation bill with a $100 million appropriation and an equalization fee. Representative Anthony of Kansas introduced it in the House to place price stabilization with a federal farm board rather than rely on world prices plus duties. Dawes favors the equalisation idea though senate access is restricted.
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Washington
Dawes
House
Senate
Federal Farm Board
Anthony
Kan
Watson
Congress
Pope Receives Will Rogers in Audience at Rome
Will Rogers the American comedian is received in audience by Pope Pius in Rome after arriving from London where he talked with the prince of Wales.
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Pope
Will Rogers
Rome
Pope Pius
Rogers
London
the Prince of Wales
Mary MacSwiney Elected Sinn Fein Leader in Dublin
Mary MacSwiney wins the Sinn Fein executive council presidency to succeed RDamon De Valera in Dublin. The election marks a leadership transition within the Irish party amid ongoing political work.
Wealth Of U S 353 Billions In 1922
Washington reports national wealth stood at 853 billion dollars in 1922, with a 72 percent rise over a decade when adjusted for dollar power and a 15 percent population increase. The federal trade commission notes wealth by uses, listing land, improvements, movable goods, and national income trends through 1928.
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Washington
United States
Federal Trade Commission
Senate
Urges Observance of Magna Charta Day
J W Hamilton of St Paul key figure behind Magna Charta Day observances in English speaking lands. He founded and serves as secretary of the International Magna Charta Day association and helped organize the first observance at Runnymede on June 15 1915. President Coolidge honorary US president of the association urges unity and liberty alignment.
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St. Paul
Minn
J. W. Hamilton
England
Hamilton
Runnimede
Coolidge
United States
United
Nebraska Briefs: Theaters, Schools, and Rail Plans
Three million-dollar theaters will rise in Omaha this year while Farmers State Bank of Helvey plans liquidation. A $40,000 wholesale poultry plant starts at Central City and a new Lincoln theater seats 1000. Other items note Belvidere business origins, Lanham robbery, and a 12 mile road gravel project.
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Belvidere
Omaha
Farmers State Bank
Helvey
Central City
Kearney
Ausora
Hastings
Schumann Heink
Wendall Sanderson
Fairmont High School
Broken Bow
Sarah Heitter
State Farm
Lincoln
Roland Locke
Nebraska
Missouri Valley
H. G. Newton
Fremont
United Commercial Travelers of
State Dental Society
Fred Griess
Sutton
Jefferson County
Fairbury
Gogan
J. O. Moore
Milford
Davenport
G. G. Traxell
South Omaha
Ak-Sar-Ben
Washington County
University of Nebraska
Jeff Collins
University of Nebraska Dairy Husbandry Department
Boy kills immense eagle near Hartington Nebraska
Hartington Leonard Olson, 17, son of Mr and Mrs Olaf Olson living 13 miles southwest of Hartington, killed a large eagle after locals had tried for years. The bird measured 40 inches long with a 7.5 foot wingspan.
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Hartington
Leonard Olson
Olaf Olson
Here
Olson
Narrow Escape From Death In Auto With Baby
Seven month old Tecumseh Hazen, son of Mr and Mrs Floyd Hazen living nearby, nearly died from gas asphyxiation while the parents drove to town. Gas seeped through the floor of the auto rendering the infant unconscious for 12 hours and required two physicians to revive him.
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Tecumseh
Floyd Hazen
Nebraska league caps dividend rate at 5.5 percent
The Nebraska league of savings and loan associations adopted by unanimous vote a policy to cap the maximum dividend rate on paid stock issued on or after July 1 of this year at 5 1 2 percent per year with a plan to reduce to 5 percent in the near future, announced at the convention closing.
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Omaha
Nebraska League of Savings and Loan Associations
Heavy Hens McLean-Mrs Susie Buchanan Record Sale
Susie Buchanan of McLean specializing in poultry set a claims record for heavy hens. She sold 14 hens to a Randolph buyer at an average price of $1.71 each, totaling $23.94. Four hens averaged 9 12 pounds each. The record price achieved reflects strong demand for heavy birds.
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McLean
Susie Buchanan
Randolph
12 Year Old Wins Gold Medal in Geneva
The Stephen Bennett chapter of the D A R of Fairmont awards its annual gold medal to Walter of rural district 55 for the highest grade in United States history in county schools.
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Geneva
Stephen Bennett
Fairmont
Walter
United States
Ex Soldier Beatrice man buys DeWitt Times News
Robert Danley formerly employed by Crete News has purchased the DeWitt Times News, the former property of the late Representative Edgar Rossiter. He is an ex service man and will be assisted in the publication by Mrs. Danley.
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Beatrice
Robert Danley
Crete News
DeWitt Times- News
Edgar Rossiter
Danley
Mothers' Vacation Camp Planned at Arlington
A Mothers' Vacation Camp will run in Arlington from June 22 to 25. Mothers from Washington Douglas Dodge Colfax and Saunders counties will attend, with Miss Mary Ellen Brown of the state agricultural college in charge.
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Arlington Wehco
Arlington
Washington, Douglas, Dodge
Colfax
Saunders Counties
Mary Ellen Brown
The
State Agricultural College
Beatrice High School Honors Forty Two Years Veteran Assistant Principal
Miss Juletin Raches served forty two years as assistant principal at Beatrice High School. She is reported to be in the hospital with a nervous breakdown and may hold the state record for continuous service in a single school.
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Beatrice
Juletin Raches
Beatrice High School
Detective Brand Harbors Ten Coyote Pups Daring Dig
Arthur Grable dug out a den near here and captured 10 coyote pups. Mr Gottula brought the pups to Pawnee City and collected a $20 bounty from County Sheriff Loch.
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Arthur Grable
Mr. Gottula
Pawnee City
County
Olert Loch
Rural Lighting Investment in Lincoln Nine Back Rural Firm
Nine Arapahoe business men invest 50 000 dollars in a rural electric lighting company organized in Lincoln. The venture aims to expand lighting service to rural areas and attract additional local partners.
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Lincoln
Arapahoe
Weather Kite Flying Discontinued at Omaha Site
Weather observation kites at Drexel are discontinued after ten years of recording. Equipment moves to Fort Crook where observations will be conducted using hydrogen balloons.
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Omaha
Drexel
Fort Crook
Texas Cattle Train Arrives for Market Fatting
A 16 car train of Texas cattle is being brought to this region to fatten for the market. This marks the third cattle shipment to this section this spring, signaling stronger cattle movement and potential market impact.
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Texas Range Alliance
Texas
Tragic Drowning of Beatrice Infant in Tank
Beatrice eight miles east reports the death of 19 month old Beatrice daughter of Mrs Sophia Fritzen who fell into a water tank with about a foot of water.
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Beatrice
Sophia Fritzen
Lofty morals clash with everyday life in old columns
A collection of wry aphorisms contrasts good deeds with constant effort and social norms. The speaker mocks stern moralism, wealth, gender roles, free speech, and political ambitions with humor and sharp observations. Names are referenced in passing and the tone evokes a period newspaper quip column.
Printing Rush for Three Feet of Border Type
Hank Leggett started in printing and sent Sam Potter a rush order for three feet of 24 point Mexican border type.
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Hank Leggett
Sam Potter
Mother's Day sentiment fades after the day
Readers note that many people express strong feelings for mothers on Mother's Day but neglect them the rest of the year, highlighting a common seasonal sentiment versus ongoing care.
Junk Mail Pile Reveals Month of Unread Messages
After a month away from the office a worker returns to find an overwhelming stack of mail and notices awaiting sorting. The accumulation highlights business correspondence and reminders that accumulated while absent.
Grand political rally foreseen amid hard luck rise
A grand time is predicted as politicians rally to address victims of installment buying facing a general wave of hardship. The scene suggests a national concern about debt and consumer welfare influencing political fortunes.
Too Many Youth Seek College For Easy High Income
A report notes a surge in young people pursuing higher education believing it guarantees high earnings with little effort. Experts caution that college requires work and long-term commitment, while employers emphasize skill and discipline.
Iowa Board Plans Printing Plant at Penitentiary
The Iowa board of control intends to install a printing plant inside the state penitentiary citing short inmate stays as a reason for the plan.
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Iowa Board of Control
Police Break Up Woman Poker Party
A city daily reports police disrupted a women's poker gathering recently. Officers cited disturbances and questioned attendees, noting a focus on enforcing local vagrancy and conduct codes.
Hat buyers seek style that flatters over nature
Gene Huse remarks that the main aim of purchasing a hat is to look less foolish than nature intended, though he concedes styles make this nearly impossible.
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Gene Huse
Locomotive Lessons From A Traveling Cow and Hen Special
A traveler recalls learning to operate a locomotive during a state tour with the Cow and Hen Special. The narrator notes mastering whistle and bell signals and plans to finish the rest when time allows.
No pigs for profit in market or baby care claim
The speaker questions the idea that more is spent on pig care than baby care by uplift proponents and notes no one actually runs a business to fatten babies for sale.
Butter knife habits challenge for travelers
The remark notes how ordinary people struggle to remember to use a butter knife when they are away from home, highlighting everyday kitchen etiquette challenges outside familiar routines.
Boss Falls Behind With Her Jawing Away From Home
One of the most serious disadvantages about being away from home is that The Boss gets so far behind with her jawing.
Repealing Prohibition Compared to Scrapping All Laws
A reader argues that if repeal of the Volstead Act would stop drinking then repeal of all criminal laws would stop crime, suggesting both ideas are equally reasonable. The remark highlights debate on law and morality.
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Gotham
Elizabeth Sutherland
Howard Sutherland
West Virginia
Stanley Raymond Harris
U. S
Nebraska Briefs
Adam Breede
Perdition
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