Chicago Bar seeks press reforms to bar courtroom photographs
The Chicago Bar association plans to urge courts to prohibit courtroom photographs and to require reporting of trials as solemn judicial proceedings. Committees argue sensational coverage harms justice by turning trials into theater and distorts public opinion.
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Red Pepper Rub Claims Quick Rheumatic Relief
An advertisement touts Bowes Red Pepper Rub as a fast remedy for sore stiff joints. It promises penetrating heat within three minutes and suggests asking druggists for the genuine Bowes product with the Rowe name on each package.
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Forbes Defense Closes Case in Veterans Bureau Trial
The defense rested without calling Charles R. Forbes or J. W. Thompson to testify in the nine week veterans bureau conspiracy trial. The move surprised prosecutors after forty three defense witnesses. The lawyers said calling the defendants would prolong the case. prosecutors will present rebuttal evidence and closing arguments next week.
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Wheeler called by jury in federal investigation
Senator Burton K. Wheeler of Montana and several others were subpoenaed to appear before a federal grand jury in Washington early in February. Western witnesses, including those who testified in Montana, were summoned. Names and proceeding details remained undisclosed. The Montana case involves a charge of accepting money to influence Antiecs departments in Washington.
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Navy appropriation bill advances with disarmament plea
Washington reports the naval appropriation bill passes the senate with an amendment urging President Coolidge to call an international disarmament conference. The measure funds the navy at 289.8 million dollars for next fiscal year, about 0.9 million more than the house approval, including a 0.5 million increase for routine construction work.
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Police warn drivers against hockey bobbing on road
Warning from the Chief of Police cautions drivers not to allow any hockey bobbing on their vehicles or routes. Drivers will be held responsible for violations.
Grain growers on the coast push wheat prices and sales
New York January reports that farmers across the wheat belt did not all benefit equally from war time price advances. In the Northwest large stocks await higher prices while California and Pacific Northwest see heavy selling and bid prices near two dollars per bushel for March delivery. Bread prices may rise as flour costs adjust, with big bakers holding stocks to delay changes.
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Special Pension bill recalled for Maine survivors debate
AP report notes sponsors pushed a special pension for Mer who served aboard the Maine at Havana harbor on February 1, 1698. It recalls about 95 survivors and estimates roughly 100 potential beneficiaries under the bill debated today.
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Novelty in gloves display invisible finger tips
London reports a new glove innovation for women's wear using artificial silk. The fabric tapers to invisibility at the fingertips, subtly showing the natural fingers.
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Greek assets to be seized in Constantinople report
AP dispatch says Comsiaqtincete authorities ordered reprisals against Greece. The report claims all estates of Greek subjects in Constantinople will be seized.
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Bill to Clear Ferguson's Record
An Austin senate resolution seeks removal of the 1917 impeachment judgment against former governor James E. Ferguson and restores his eligibility to hold office. Introduced by Senator Hardin Uman.
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Robbers Tap Safe at Fort Worth Post Office
A police report states robbers forced the safe at a Fort Worth post office during the night hours, the incident occurring January 21. No injuries reported.
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M C Bowler Victory Over Clerks In City League Series
The Motor Car Shop bowlers defeated the Short Line Clerks at Columbia alleys, winning the three game series by 123 pins. Mitchell led the Clerks with 510 total, while Myer of Motor Car Shop was second with 455. Upcoming matches include Tribune vs Golden Rule and Clerks versus Fire Department, plus a meeting to organize leagues at 7:30 p.m.
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Blossom Time comes to auditorium Friday night
The Messrs. Schubert bring the New York Century Theatre cast to the auditorium for a single engagement of Blossom Time a musical romance based on Franz Schubert. Mitzi and Baron von Schober figures with a strong cast including Hollis Davenny Gertrude Lang Eddie Webb Patrick Kelly and Gregory Ratoff among others.
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John Plere Found Guilty in Family Murder in Ottawa
Ottawa reports John Plere was found guilty of murdering his wife and two daughters last October. Five hours after the first juror was sworn, he received a death sentence to be carried out March 24, marking the shortest murder trial in local jurists memory.
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Free confession for rupture cure via mailing coupon
A promotional notice urges readers with ruptures to write for a free trial of a device that supposedly tightens muscles to close the opening. It claims even large hernias can be cured without surgery and urges immediate action by sending the coupon to W.8 Main St Adams NY.
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Nurmi complains of rough Chicago track and late arrival
From Chicago an impartial observer notes Paavo Nurmi had reasons to grouse about the Illinois Athletic Club meet. He cited a cramped steep ditching track with nails, disputed ceremony for Jose Ray, and threats to disbar him. Nurmi ultimately ran and reportedly broke the world record, though temperament affected his mood.
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