Pinchot Proposal Studied as Coal Strike Talks Continue
Harrisburg officials reported Governor Pinchot's suspension plan for the anthracite dispute was reviewed separately by operators and miners today. John L. Lewis and the United Mine Workers pledged to study the proposal, while operators showed hostility to the settlement basis. An agreement allowed essential workers to remain on site to prevent flooding and cave-ins if the suspension order takes effect.
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Harrisburg
Missionaries Killed by Bandits in China
British missionaries Rev. W. A. Whiteside and Rev. F. J. Watt of the Church Missionary Society were shot and killed by bandits in Szechwan province on August 14, according to a letter received in Shanghai.
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Associated Press
Shanghai
China
W. A. Whiteside
F. J. Watt
Church Missionary Society
Szechwan Province
Minchow
Communism in Russia deemed dead by relief chief
Col. William N. Haskell in his final report to Herbert Hoover states communism in Russia is dead and Russia is on the road to recovery. He notes American aid of about 60 million dollars over two years saved lives and aided recovery while fostering goodwill with Slav peoples. The report praises American and Russian agents and Hoover's relief program administration. It details nearly a million tons of food seed clothing and medical supplies bought in the United States for relief efforts during the period.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Russia
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American Relief Administration
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Herbert Hoover
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Haskell
America
Hoover
United States
Bar drive and hug style driving barred in Los Angeles
Los Angeles authorities ban the drive and hug method of motoring where one hand grips the wheel and the other wraps around a woman. Drivers caught with an arm about a party will face penalties equal to improper parking near hydrants. A notable exponent refused to abandon the habit saying he needs one hand to drive.
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Associated Press
Los Angeles
Bar Association Pushes Uniform Laws on Marking Locals
Minneapolis report from the American Bar Association committee on commerce urges uniform state laws to punish actual fraud in marks or labels describing merchandise. It argues federal labeling statutes would cover interstate trade only and favors consumer protection through state laws.
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Bar Association
Minneapolis
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Convention of the American Bar Association
Committee On Commerce, Trade and Commercial Law
Panama
American relief effort highlights global aid impact
The text details vast aid by the American Relief Administration supplying ships 250 voyages and 60 000 car loads via 35 000 stations during famine. It fed nearly 11 million daily and helped over 15 000 hospitals while inoculating 7 million people. Seed crops covered about 1 million acres and ongoing aid supported 2 million children and 100 000 teachers and professionals.
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American Relief Administration
Princess Anastasia to be buried in New York City
London report says the Greek royal family planned to ship the body of Princess Anastasia, formerly Mrs. William B. Leeds, to New York for burial at Woodlawn Cemetery. Some favored Athens, but political exile and Anastasia's stated wish influenced the decision. Royal condolences pour in as questions arise about the estate and the will.
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Associated Press
London
Anastasia
Greece
William B. Leeds
New York
Athens
Christopher
Woodlawn
Europe
Prince Christopher
Leeds
Allister McCormick to Wed Miss Stevens
Announcement from London reports the engagement of Allister McCormick of Chicago to Miss Joan Tyndale Stevens. Miss Stevens is the daughter by a former marriage of Mrs. Chas Astlay, whose husband is a brother of Baron Hastings. The marriage is planned for October.
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Chicago
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Horse Pulling Contest At Des Moines Draws Thousands
Nine non agricultural teams over 3000 pounds competed on the final day with a gray Percheron geldings team winning by pulling 2 160 pounds for 50 feet 22 00 for 25 feet and 2300 for 25 feet. A Clyde Shire team weighed 2360 pounds and pulled similar totals with greater effort while thousands watched and plans for a similar contest next year are underway. Officials named grand champions in cattle horse and swine departments and listed the spotting Poland China boar and Royal Cherokee as notable entries.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Pathfinder
Iowa City
Iowa
Hampshire
Frank Timmerman
West Liberty
Miller Elected President of Central Life Assurance Society
Oliver H. Miller was chosen to lead the Central Life Assurance Society of the United States, succeeding George Peak, in a announcement made today in Des Moines Iowa.
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Des Moines
Oliver H. Miller
Central Life Asssurance Society of the
United States
George Peak
Rear Admiral Harry J Knox Dies Aboard Train
Rear Admiral Harry J Knox aged 79 died suddenly from heart disease on a train traveling from St Louis to Greenville Ohio He retired and had been en route when he passed away Reports from Annapolis Md dated August 30 1940s may vary indicate sudden death aboard railcar and service records list Knox as a retired admiral
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Anapolis
Harry J. Knox
St. Louis
Greenville
Ohio
Undecided Hiram Johnson weighs presidential bid
In Cheyenne Wyoming senator Hiram Johnson returning from a year away said he has not decided whether to seek the Republican nomination for president. He expects a decision within two months and plans talks with California political allies before commenting further. He spoke more about European affairs than domestic presidential plans.
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Associated Press
Cheyenne
Wym
United States
Hiram Johnson
California
Europe
Father and Sons Drown While Fishing in Lake Winnebago
In FON DU LAC Wisconsin a father and his two sons drowned when their boat capsized on Lake Winnebago as the four year old son John reeled in a fish. The victims were Jake Jacobs 48 of Lincoln Nebraska and his sons John four and Jake Jr fourteen.
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Fon DU Lac
Wis
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Jake ‘Jacobs
Lincoln
Nebraska
Jake Jr
Promoter Held Over Dempsey Gibbons Fight Films
John McGrath a local promoter was arrested on a federal warrant charging transportation of the Dempsey Gibbons fight films to Chicago. He waived examination and was held to the federal grand jury on bonds of 1000 dollars. District Attorney Olson warned any showing in Chicago would trigger broad prosecution.
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Associated Press
Chicago
John McGrath
Olson
New Clues in Infant Murder Reported at Benton County
Authorities pursue several fresh leads in the Benton county infant death case. A woman formerly living in Benton is a key figure. The baby was said killed by clubbing near a school house with automobile tracks found nearby.
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Associated Press
Vinton
Benton County
Indiana Governor McCray Faces Creditors Meeting
Governor Warren T. McCray called a meeting of his creditors in Indianapolis for Friday at 2 PM to seek time to retrieve his fortunes. He is financially embarrassed due to falling farm land prices and a weak cattle market, with friends asserting he can meet obligations eventually.
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Associated Press
Indianapolis
Ind
Warren T. McCray
Wallace, Iowa Chamber Leader, Shoots Self on Country Road
Robert B. Wallace prominent business and civic figure in Sioux City and head of the Iowa State Chamber of Commerce fatally shot himself. He was found in an automobile on a country road near Sioux City with a revolver in hand after health worries. Physicians had treated him for high blood pressure. No inquest will be held. He led many enterprises and headed a large realty concern.
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Associated Press
Sioux City
Robert B. Wallace
Iowa State Chamber of Commerce
Officials Silence Cuba Cable Censorship Debate
Washington reports that American officials will not discuss Cuba's observation censorship on political cablegrams between Cuba and the United States. The move is seen as tied to Cuba’s agitation against new government measures. No confirmation has been received by the State Department.
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United States
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State Department
Greece Rejects Italian Demands Over Frontier Killings
Milan dispatch says Italian fleet ready to sail Taranto harbor if Greece resists. Athens plans to indemnify Italian families and mourn the Italians killed but not salute the flag. Paris Allied Council urges Greece to answer and hints at League action as Italy presses for 60 million lire payment and punishing Italians.
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Paris
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Geneva
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Wheat supply tightens as farmers store grain
From 125 counties, farmers store wheat to curb market dumps. The American Farm Bureau Federation president cites lower yields this year and officials warn higher storage. The statement notes production woes impact market flow and farm policies.
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Chicago
American Farm Bureau Federation
Prohibition Office Reports 100 Withdrawal Permits Stolen
Washington August 30 Prohibition enforcement headquaters warn that one hundred withdrawal permits have been stolen from the prohibition office. The loss prompts heightened security and investigative efforts as officials assess the impact on enforcement operations.
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