Uniform Divorce Laws Drive Opens for Reform in 1925
Washington dispatch notes 1925 will see a campaign by reform groups for nationwide uniform divorce statutes. The plan aims to make marriage harder before eased divorce rights, proposing age and engagement waiting periods, and stricter enforcement across states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert T. Small
Washington
George Bernard Shaw
P. Brooks
Baylor University
Waco
Tex
G. B. Shaw
Insanity charges filed against accused slayer in Omaha
County Attorney Beal announced that J Warren Hahne will face insanity charges in the murder case. If found insane he will be sent to an asylum with no trial. if not, he will face first degree murder charges and the death penalty sought. Hahne previously spent a year at the state asylum in Lincoln beginning October 24 1919.
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Omaha
Neb
Insan
J. Warren Hahne
Beal
Hahne
Lincoln
WARDEN UNDER CLOUD IN COLORADO ABUSE CHARGES
William E. Sweet filed charges with the state service commission against Thomas J. Tynan warden and George Buchanan deputy warden of the Colorado State Penitentiary. Removal urged. Charges allege prisoners were shackled and flogged and that Tynan was absent from duty for up to three weeks and tempered by temperate habits. similar charges target Buchanan.
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Cloud Denver
Colo
William E. Sweet
el Service Commission
Thomas J. Tynan
Colorado State Penitentiary
George Buchanan
Tynant
T He Vrieen
Buchanan
Rouge making becomes real art in Paris
Paris chemists have elevated rouge production into an art form. Fifteen shades are perfected as laboratories craft makeup to harmonize complexion with gown and occasion, attracting artists who chose cosmetics over canvases.
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Paris
Woman Official Takes the Reins in Wyoming
Cheyenne, Jan 6 AP Mrs Nellie Tayloe Ross becomes Wyoming's governor and begins work on her message and budget. She plans cuts mainly targeting state house staff and salaries while promising policy continuity with her husband’s administration. Four appointments mark her first official act as she and aides settle into a two year term.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Nellie Tayloe Ross
America
State of
Wyoming
Ross
State House
Overnor
Legislative Assembly
Edward B. Almond
Ruth Harrington
Warrant Issued for Gaston B Means in Conspiracy Case
Federal Judge Lindley issues bench warrant for Gaston B. Means former Justice Department agent after he fails to appear with attorney Thomas Felder and secretary Elmer Jarnecke for trial on charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice. Co-defendants Felder and Jarnecke had representation. Jarnecke seeks change of plea with court appointing counsel.
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New York
Lindley
Illinois
Gaston B. Means
Department of Justice
Homas F. Felder
Elmer W. Jarnecke
Todd
Joe A. Hartsdell
Concord
N. Y
Means
Felder and
Jarnecke
Sootanyum
Taina
S O Ity
Cranes System
Glass Casket Company
Jarne
Spanish political scene tests Primo Rivera union
Madrid reports discuss Primo Rivera's attitude toward the patriotic union created by the military directorate. An article says he regrets the union no longer differs from other parties as no politicians have stepped forward to lead. The piece questions whether old politicians can return to govern if the country desires.
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Madrid
Newsapers
Primo Rivera
Patriotic Union
Union Pacific Plan to Spend 11 Million on Plant Reconstruction
The company announces an extensive investment to reconstruct plants and facilities, budgeting at least 11,080,000 dollars for this year to expand electric light operations.
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Union Pacific Electric Light
Supreme Court Upholds New York Kosher Law
The Supreme Court upheld the New York kosher labeling statute as valid and constitutional. The ruling held the term kosher sufficiently definite for enforcement in meat labeling, while avoiding rulings on broader religious requirements and preventing surprises in criminal prosecutions.
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Washington
Supreme Court
New York
New York City
New York County
Lewis Fox Comy
Ry Statz
Contest to Unseat Senator Brookhart
James L. Parsons of Maines Iowa and Dan F Steck Democratic candidate for Senator against Smith W Brookhart conferred with the Senate privileges and elections committee on a contest to unseat Brookhart Parsons said he expected to file the contest before leaving Washington. The plan had been to defer filing until the new Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
James L. Parsons
Maines
Iowa
Dan F. Steck
Smith W. Brookhart
Senate Privileges and Elections Committee
Brookhart
Parsons
Congress
Supreme Court Allows Auction Bids To Be Set Aside
The Supreme Court held today that auction sales of surplus war supplies may be set aside if the bid is deemed inadequate by the government, affecting how surplus items are disposed during wartime.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Reichstag Convenes Amid Tumult in Berlin
The newly elected Reichstag met in Berlin with an intricate political situation. An opening parade was largely peaceful except for a Communist demonstration of small proportions.
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Reichstag
Berlin
Marmola Tablets Promise Easy Weight Loss
A sensational ad touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as a simple four dosis daily solution to obesity. It claims no starvation dieting or exercise, promises substantial meals, and urges readers to buy Marmola from the Marmela Co. for one dollar.
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Marmela
Marmela Co
Eral
Latest Paris Hats and Winter Accessories Spark Flair
Milady notes Paris hats rise in crown height with pointed shapes and tassels. London reports motor gloves of fur and cape palms for driving warmth. New York describes vivid sun shades for winter wear and tunics beaded in mousseline de soir to pair with pastel chiffons.
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Paris
London
New York
Jugo Slavia Attacks Former Premier Fan Noli
Geneva reports the rations league published Jugo Slavia s reply to an Albanian protest over raids in Albanian territory. The summary sent from Belgrade notes the reply targets Fan Noli the former premier who fled from Albania to Italy.
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Geneva
League of Rations
Jugo-Slavia
Belgrade
Fan Noll
Albania
Italy
Fan Noli
Juge Slavia
Stock Exchange Activity Lags Behind Financial Growth
New York January 6 AP statistics show twenty year view that stock exchange transactions have grown modestly despite rising listings and stronger banking and industrial capacity. Par value of listed stocks was about one third of present. Clearing banks deposits rose from 1.10 billion to 5.33 billion, while United States Steel capacity grew over 140 percent. Average daily shares traded were 849 741 in 1901, 954 288 in 1924, 934 240 in 1906, and 1 073 882 in 1919.
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New York
Wall Street
Stock Exchange
United States Steel Corporation
The Change in Barbriggan Use Across States
An observation notes barbriggan once used for men's lightweight underwear now widely used for jumper frocks in Florida and California, reflecting a shift in textile application from traditional to apparel uses.
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New York
Florida
California
Notable Birthday Figures From Across the Early 20th Century
The listing honors several prominent figures with birthdays today including Hon W R Motherwell Canadian minister of agriculture born Perth Ontario 65 years ago and Adeline Genee famed Danish dancer turning 49. Henry E Dixey longtime American stage favorite born Boston 66 years ago. Duncan A Fletcher Florida Senator born Sumter County Georgia 66. Woodbridge N Ferris Michigan Senator born Spencer New York 72. Sam Rayburn long time U S Representative born Roane County Tennessee.
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Spencer
N. Y
Sam Rayburn
Congress
The
Roane Eesay
Walsh Denies Alliance With Insurgent Republicans
Senator Walsh of Montana on the senate floor denies any alliance between Democrats and Republican insurgents at the last session. He argues no such understanding existed and says the Democrats acted to expose the oil scandal. He defends Wheeler and rejects attacks on the leadership amid references to past coalitions and tax law changes.
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Washington
Walsh
Montana
Senate
Bruce
Maryland
Wheeler
Smith
South Carolina
Interstate Commerce Committee
French debt payment plan to the United States discussed
Washington reports reveal France proposes an 80 year moratorium and a 10 year extension to repay 4 billion dollars. The memorandum, presented privately, may form the basis for a follow up. Secretary Mellon awaits briefing from the refunding commission before decision.
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Washington
State Department
Mellon
Jusserand
France
United States
Klughes
M. Clementel
Herrick
Clementes
Congress
Compromise offer on damage claims discussed in London
Secretary of State Hughes asked Britain to study a compromise proposal from James A. Logan Jr. and Ross of the British treasury. The plan would extend payment of American army occupation costs beyond 12 years and allow half the sum to be paid in reichmarks in Germany, avoiding exchange effects.
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London
Hughes
Chamberlain
James A. Logan, Jr
United States
Ross
Germany
Timber Land Bill Adds Acres to Oregon National Forests
The House passed a bill sending 697000 acres of private timber land to Umatilla, Wallowa and Whitman national forests in Oregon in exchange for less valuable forestry properties, with the measure now going to the Senate.
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Washington
Umatilla
Wallowa
Whitman National
Oregon
House
Senate
Resolution on gun elevations raised in Senate
Senator Gerry of Rhode Island introduced a resolution asking Secretary Hughes if any foreign power protested the elevation of guns on American battleships. The move comes as part of naval committee activity on defense developments.
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Washington
Hughes
Gerry
Rhode Island
Naval Committee
Cream Balm Ad Claims Quick Catarrh Relief
An old advertisement promotes Ely's Cream Balm for nasal catarrh relief. It promises rapid opening of clogged nostrils and easing head air passages with a fragrance antiseptic cream applied in the nostrils. It targets cold and catarrh sufferers and urges asking a druggist for a small bottle.
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Ely
Cattle Industry Relief Plans Move Toward Congress
Washington AP reports the President's agricultural commission, after a six week study, was summoned to the Department of Agriculture to present immediate relief legislation for cattlemen. They will also consider cooperative marketing aid for farmers as a next item.
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Washington
Congress
President's Agricultural Commission
Department of Agriculture
Washington Attorney General Harlan Stone Nominated to Supreme Court
Attorney General Harlan Stone of Washington is nominated to the United States Supreme Court to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Justice Joseph McKenna. The nomination seeks to appoint Stone as associate justice.
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Washington
Harlan Stone
United States Supreme Court
Joseph McKenna
Atlanta Ministers Urged Firm Stand on Prohibition Enforcement
In Atlanta on January 6, evangelical ministers urged a tougher line on enforcing the prohibition law. Dr William Minminger of All Saints Episcopal Church declined election as head of the association, which then saw Dr D Witherspoon Dodge succeed the retiring president.
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Atlanta
Evangelical Ministers Association
William Minminger
All Saints Episcopal Church
D. Witherspoon Dodge
Central Congregational
Ministers Association
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