President Coolidge Begins Two-Week Vermont Vacation
President Calvin Coolidge arrives in Plymouth Vermont for a two week rest at his father John Coolidge home. Mrs Coolidge and their son John join him after a dawn departure from Ludlow. The trip from Washington to Vermont proceeds quietly with no incidents as crowds greet the president.
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State agents reach Cedar Rapids in murder search
Three agents headed by James F. Risden arrived to aid county authorities in locating the man accused by Ollie Corum of killing Charles Hirschfield at Atkins last Saturday night. Governor Kendall authorized a $500 reward for the arrest. Circulars describing Cooper, the suspect named by Corum, will be mailed nationwide once printed.
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Search for Oakland man tied to Herrick death case
Bedford authorities press to locate Carl Hough formerly of Oakland Iowa after the death of Lillian McKinney of Herrick. Postmortem tests planned to confirm poisoning and head injuries. County officials seek three others linked to the slaying as a waitress identifies a cross eyed man in a restaurant party.
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Body Believed Found of Matteotti in Italian Woods
An Italian body found two miles from Scrofano is believed to be Giacomo Matteotti the socialist deputy who vanished June 12. The corpse shows advanced decomposition and wounds suggesting possible assassination as investigators probe the disappearance.
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Frear Claims Presidential Candidates Represent Banking Houses
Iowa progressive convention hears Representative James A. Frear of Wisconsin say the Republican and Democratic nominees symbolize the Mellon and Morgan banks. He argues the campaign is about overthrowing big business influence, not party principles, and notes Davis Morgan as the Democratic choice backed by big business journals.
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Gov Kendall Strong for National Day to Test U S Defenses
Des Moines Aug 16 Governor Kendall ordered a statement to Iowa voters for National Defense Day observance on September 12. The pronouncement, expected August 20, is described as one of the longest and most emphatic of his term.
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Ottumwa Library Ends Year With Large Income
Ottumwa public library closes its first year under the J. T. Hackworth endowment near 600000 with total income for the year about 32761. Five thousand dollars is to be raised by taxation under Carnegie foundation terms as plans grow to expand the building and create a community educational center within ten years. The Carnegie era building from 1901 houses the library.
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House of Mellon Domination Over Harding Coolidge Aides
Mr Frear argues the Mellon influence exceeds executive power as Secretary Mellon backs embargo and ship subsidy bills retroactive tax cuts and tax avoidance penalties. He cites veto pressure on soldiers' compensation and veterans pension increases while detailing large tax refunds and undisclosed actions.
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La Follette Iowa Session Seeks Electors and Support
The Iowa La Follette convention with full district representation named electors and formed a state committee for the La Follette Wheeler ticket. Congressman Frear praised Iowa progressives and urged overthrow of big business in government. Campaign leaders planned electors, at large electors, and executive committee selections amid district caucuses.
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Floods in China Subside as Relief Aid Expands
Weather relief reports from Peking say rains stopped and river levels in Chibi province mostly settled. Hengchow fu reports worst flood yet with thousands of houses flooded and villages ruined. international relief anticipates ongoing distress this fall and winter while cabinet lowers transport rates for relief materials. President Tso Kun donates $20,000 to aid efforts.
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Rainbow Veterans Call Issued For Reunion In Ottumwa
A reunion of Iowa members of the 1681 infantry of World War I is set for Ottumwa in conjunction with the Iowa American Legion state convention opening August 25. The 168th veterans meet at the Legion home August 25 at 4 PM, with O B Nelson Post No 3 organizing. Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis and a US Army general staff representative are expected, and a golf tournament will be featured.
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Arrest Made in Hartwick Attack on Father-in-Law
Hartwick Iowa Aug 16 George Capel a local sportsman is under arrest in connection with an attack on his father in law Charles Vies at Hartwick Sheriff George Paulson says Capel refused to deny responsibility Vies was beaten with a hammer Thursday night and identified Capel as the assailant Mrs Vies fled and is believed to have escaped a similar assault
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World Flight Delayed Indefinitely Reports Say
A message from Lieutenant Lowell H. Smith indicates American army planes may delay departure from Reykjavik until conditions improve. The note dated yesterday says departures will occur as soon as practicable due to fees and other factors. Italian aviator Locatelli arrived in Iceland en route to continue the trans Atlantic flight.
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Ruhr Evacuation Date Set as Conference Reaches Accord
German and allied delegates initialled Dawes plan execution agreements at the conference in London. France and Germany settle the Ruhr evacuation timetable with a final date of August 15 next year and a partial move beginning August 30 this year. The talks also cover commercial treaties and the ongoing dispute over dyestuffs reparations.
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