Memorial Day Services Held in Washington and Across Lands
Washington honors fallen service members with President Coolidge leading Arlington Cemetery ceremonies at the tomb of the unknown soldier. Veterans groups, nurses’ graveside eulogies, and nationwide memorials mark the day with parades, flower tributes, and a naval poppy anchor ceremony over the Potomac.
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Memorial Day Observances Across France and London
Memorial day ceremonies marked the graves of American war dead in France with joint French and American services at Suresnes cemetery led by Ambassador Herrick. In London, the American Overseas Memorial Day Association arranged services at St. Margaret’s Westminster and Brookwood National Cemetery, with wreaths laid by Ambassador Joe and Walter Mangum of the American Legion.
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Logan Resigns as American Observer in Paris
Washington reports Colonel James A. Logan has resigned as American observer with the separation commission in Paris. The resignation, accepted by Secretary Kellogg, cites personal and business reasons. Logan began duties in 1923 and is likely to receive an offer from Dillon, Read & Co. in New York.
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Paris council rejects Bulgaria arms request amid terrorism
The Paris council today refused Bulgaria's request to retain additional forces authorized recently due to communist terrorism. By temporary decree, the troops were ordered disbanded tomorrow, restoring the original enlistment terms.
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Council of
Marshall Improving Amid Confused May Day Report
Washington May 80 AP reports continued improvements in a patient described as improving through the day. The bulletin notes fluctuating condition and uncertain prognosis amid a confusing situation with brief official statements.
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Borah says France loan overpaid by United States
Senator Borah cites treasury records showing America overpaid France on the 1775 loan by 1,426,787 livres, with final settlement delayed by Beaumarrchais. Belgium may fund its loans from the United States. a funding discussion is being prepared by Beaumarrchais and ambassador on the 480,003,983 debt.
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France and Britain reach accord on western security pact
Paris May 30 AP British and French governments have reached an accord on all essential points of a western European security pact proposed by Germany. Negotiations may begin within a month. Britain and France now discuss German frontiers with Poland and Czechoslovakia as well as the Franco German boundary. The agreement implies inclusion of eastern frontiers.
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Rogers Hornsby To Manage Cardinals In 1925
St Louis May 30 Sam Breadon announced Rogers Hornsby, the National League batting champion, will manage the St Louis Cardinals succeeding Branch Rickey who becomes club vice president. Hornsby assumed duties tomorrow while Rickey and his son will help run club affairs. Hornsby led the league in batting for five straight years and set a modern batting record for the team.
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Nansen Opposes Early Relief for Polar Explorers
New York reports that Dr. Fridtjof Nansen urges waiting longer before planning relief for Amundsen Ellsworth polar fliers. Berlin dispatches note his caution while Commander MacMillan promises search if no word within three weeks. He warns the sea ice and ice coated canvas boat risk remains high.
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Peary
Variable scoreline reports from multiple early games
Morning baseball results from Detroit Cleveland Washington St Louis Pittsburgh and Philadelphia with partial inning lines and pitcher hitters listed. Scores show small totals and late dramatics with run counts and key players named in brief box snippets.
Officer Killed in Sofia Arrest Attempt
In Sofia on May 30, Bulgarian army reserve Lin tenant Tchouparinoff was killed during an arrest attempt on three alleged agrarian communist emissaries. The men escaped.
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Six Killed as Shanghai Riot Sparks Detention and Fire
Shanghai May 30 AP reports six killed and many wounded as anti-Japanese riots erupt after arrests of student leaders distributing propaganda. Police fired on crowds. volunteers and armored units deployed. total arrests rise to fifty as disturbances spread near department stores in central Shanghai.
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Aviator Veeder Heroically Lands Plane After Heart Attack
Lieutenant Ten Eyck Dew Veeder, naval aviator, collapsed from a heart attack as he guided a plane carrying actor Richard Barthelmess from Norfolk to Anacostia. He died after a safe landing. Barthelmess and Lieutenant John Stone praised his courage. Veeder served with the observation squadron aboard the battleship Texas.
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Rio Grande Flood Threat Grows After 24 Foot Rise
Flooding from heavy rains across southwest and west Texas and along the Rio Grande forced evacuations. A crest passed Eagle Pass after a rise Thursday night washing away the international bridge area. Two Mexican residents from Piedras Negras died as water reached near five feet in parts of the town.
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Painter Raymond Jers Charged in Sabo Child Murders
Raymond Jers street car conductor is charged with the murder of Alexander and Helen Sabo ages 8 and 6. Relatives tell police he studied art in Paris and is an accomplished painter and musician. He was once a member of the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh and exhibited at Carnegie Museum.
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De Palma Led Half Way in 500 Mile Race at Indy
At Indianapolis 125000 spectators watched the 500 mile race opening with Peter DePalma leading after 260 miles at 2 24 56.1. He and Ralph De Palma driven by Hartz and Cooper, Shafer surged from 22nd to 4th by 100 miles, with a 57 44.94 first lap pace of 103 89 mph. A crash injured Jones but no serious harm.
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Plan to arrest Rakovsky exposed by Yard detectives
London reports Scotland Yard detectives uncovered a plan to arrest Christian Rakovsky the Soviet ambassador at the time, as details emerged from the investigation. The information was announced in London with officials noting the security lapse and ongoing inquiries.
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President appeals for law enforcement amid sister’s slaying
New York May 30 AP Vigorous search continues for the slayer of Florence Kane identified by Detective James A. Kane of Brooklyn as his sister. The body was found by a milkman in a vacant lot near her home. Kane vowed to stay on the case despite the personal tragedy.
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Youstead Law Causes Row
The Association Against the Prohibition amendments issued a statement claiming the Volstead Act harms tourism. It estimated half a million Americans will vacation abroad this year, spending about 200 million dollars outside the United States. The group said foreign-flag ships would carry tourists and blamed the act for hardship at coastal resorts like Atlantic City.
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American Museum chief reports Gobi finds in Mongolia
Roy Chapman Andrews announced upon arrival in Urge Missouri that the American Museum of History expedition uncovered in the Gobi desert many skeletons of humans and animals from the stone age. Dinosaur eggs, charred bones, ostrich eggs and thousands of hand painted stones were found, estimated at ten to twenty thousand years old. Half of the discoveries must be turned over to Mongolia. The team faced deep snows and their cars were dug from drifts.
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Mexican Imposter Defendant Weighs On Federal Case
In Minneapolis on May 2 0 AP report states Arthur Lopes Pragler identification may go to the jury in federal court as the government nears the end of its witness list. Prosecutors argue the plaintiff seeking compensation is not Arthur Frasier but the Mexican imposter Arthur Lopes. Court recessed after Thursday’s session until Monday.
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Ambassadors Approve Note On Disarmament Under Versailles
Paris diplomats sign a note on disarmament under the Versailles treaty and present it to Berlin amid ongoing postwar negotiations.
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What We Need Is Not More Federal Government
President Coolidge urges better local government and stricter law enforcement at Arlington on Memorial Day. He argues the nation must uphold local self government, tighter legal administration, and public accountability to avert cynicism and loss of lawful observance.
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