Kidnaping trial skirts death penalty in Ranieri case
In Chicago on December 25 1940 prosecutors urged the electric chair for Antonio Petitti Andrew Cappellano and his son Tens amid death threats and witness intimidation in the Billy Ranieri kidnaping. Assistant State Attorney John Hillisman laid out the anguish of the boy s mother as 18 days of captivity ended with a $69000 ransom demand. The jury prepared to hear closing arguments as the defense contended offices were misused in the case and that a friend of Br s father aided the plot. The funeral of witness Ole Sently interrupted court proceedings.
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Chicago
Billy Ranieri
Tates
John Hillisman Satatony
Huffman
Billy
Tainieri
Anaglo Petitti
Ranieri
Warns on Fire Danger in Christmas Decorations
De John W. Strohm issued the annual state warning for Christmas lighting and decorations. He noted highly inflammable materials dominate interior decor and the fire danger is greater than usual. He urged careful inspection of electrical use and frowned upon using cotton for snow.
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John W. Strohn
Strohm
Heavy Holiday Mail Buries Washington Post Office
Post office workers in Washington battle Christmas mail as four extra helpers join to clear the heaviest load yet. Officials warn another surge is expected Sunday with another rush Monday, and no mail deliveries will occur Tuesday.
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Harry Me
Postat the Diment
White Christmas Forecast Across Midwest Snow Storms Reported
CHICAGO December 22 A white Christmas for the middle west was forecast by the weather bureau as snow fell over most of the territory The storm began in Chicago and vicinity last night and continued early today Snow storms of varying intensity were reported from Iowa Kansas Minnesota Indiana Nebraska Wisconsin and Ontario The colder weather and snow threaten to halt activities across the region with several fatalities reported and a broad winter weather alert in effect.
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Chicago
Middle West
Weather Bureau
Mercury
Towa
Kansas
Minnesota
Indiana
Menileon
Wisconsin
V F Anderson Taken Today in Washington Street Death
Verne Fayette Anderson aged 28 died at 5 40 am at the B F Crosby home 1305 East Washington after a week long influenza illness His life centered around his grandparents the Crosbys East Washington street Funeral services set for Monday 2 pm at L A Jones Funeral Home conducted by Dr W W Bowers Burial in Grove cemetery He was born May 31 1890 in Washington a son of worse F and Effie Crosby Anderson The family praises devoted care from relatives and neighbors
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B. F. Crosby
East
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L.A. Jones Funeral
W. W. Bowers
Burnl
Washington
Worse F
Effie (Crosby) Anderson
Guy Crosby
East Washington Street
Grove Cemetery
Resignations from Washington County Hospital Board
Mrs. Alice C. Lemmon and Mrs. Eva Mac Michels have resigned as members of the Washington County hospital board. They filed their resignations with the county for immediate effect. Vacancies will be filled by the county board of supervisors, and a meeting is set for next Wednesday for actions on appointments.
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Eva Mac Michels
Washington County Hospital Board
County Board of Supervisors
A R Speer Dies of Accidental Injuries
A R Speer dies after horse accident in Jefferson County Hospital. He was the younger brother of SM Spe wife, formerly Elizabeth McClelland, who died recently. Speer revealed the death news this morning from Fairfield. Funeral arrangements have not been announced.
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A. R. Sper
Fairfield
Speer
Jefferson County
Local Students and Families Spend Christmas in Washington
Local residents and students from Chillicothe, Ames, Des Moines, and nearby towns visit Washington for Christmas. People include Lyle Ruggs from Chillicothe Business College, Mary Erwin from Ames, and Elizabeth Klein from St Paul, joining relatives across Washington for vacation gatherings with shopping trips and holiday visits.
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Chillicothe Business College
Chillecothe
Me Rugs
Wellman
Charles Stewart
Waysland
Washington
Sevilla Roies
Aineworth
Harry
Jack Potter
Enport
St. ¢ Willis
Omaha
George Askea
Lewis Klein
Hoover Arouses Enthusiasm in Rio de Janeiro
President elect Herbert Hoover arrives in Rio de Janeiro for final South American talks. Crowds greet him with banners and electric signs. Hoover meets Brazilian leaders at Catete Palace and embassy events outline plans on coffee trade and Kellogg treaty.
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Herbert Hoover
South America
American Statesman
Brazil
Hoover
Senate confirms three for interstate commerce post
Washington Dec 22 The senate today confirmed the nomination of Clyde St Aitchison Oregon Claude Porter Iowa and Patrick J Farrell Washington for reappointment to the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Shington
Senate Today
Clyde St. Aitchison
Oregon
Claude Porter
Towa
Patrick J. Farrell
Washington D. C
Interstate Commerce Commission
Five Best Features on the Radio Sunday Night Overview
Historical radio listing summarizes NBC and CBS network programs on WOR WEAF and WIZ including New York Philharmonic, Reginald Werrenrath, Colliers radio hour, Atwater Kent hour, and Christmas music. Oratorio The Messiah performed with chorus and orchestra. Noel Antique and Christmas Carols featured with large choir.
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Newark
New York Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra
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Reginald Werrenrath
Colliers
Atwater Kent
N. B.C
Tiandel
Eonny
Esther Teats Wor
Notrore
Coolidge to Journey to Georgia for Holidays
President and Mrs. Coolidge will leave Washington on Christmas day for Sapelo Island off Brunswick Georgia to stay on the Howard B Coffin estate. A prolonged visit past January is possible. The island offers deer wild peacocks pheasant and rich fishing nearby.
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Washington
Children Riot in New York Street Injures Many
In New York on December 22 a riot involving Edward "Daddy" Brown disrupted a holiday celebration. At least 16 people were injured and many fainted or battled hysteria as about 100 children were separated from their mothers during the chaotic scene.
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New York Street
New York
Edward
Daddy” Brown
Plans for German reparations settlement outlined
Paris dispatch reports an official communique announcing plans to convene a committee of experts to draft a final settlement of German reparations. The announcement was issued simultaneously in London, Rome, Tokio, Brussels and Berlin at noon.
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London
Rome
Tokio
Brussels
Berlin
Condition Of King George Unchanged
London report states King George remains seriously ill though with slight improvement noted earlier in the week. A bulletin from physicians says he had a fair night and shows signs he may be on the mend, despite ongoing illness.
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London
Kingorge
Two Are Slain in Bulgarian Raids
In Sofia raids, two people were killed and several wounded as Bulgarian security forces targeted groups linked to the old regime. The government announced operations against alleged adherents of the former leadership, stating the raids aimed to curb remnants of unrest.
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Hoover
Waman
Sofia
Muleorin
Porenn
Jiro-Slavia
Stam Butingkreeime
Bandits Kidnap Bank Cashier in Crystal City Heist
Three men abducted the Crystal City state bank cash ier and assistant cashier W. W. Bradshie and E. E. Blakt, driving away with an estimated loot. Sheriff’s posses formed and pursued the bandits through the city and countryside.
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AL City
Cachier
Crystal City State Bank
W. W. Bradshie
E. E. Blakt
Police hunt for Carmi teacher killer in Mt Vernon's outskirts
Mt Vernon police chief William H Groves orders entire force to scour outskirts for a powerful black suspect accused of murdering Carmi grade school teacher Miss Anna Phe er. The order comes after an appeal from local authorities seeking the suspect’s capture and public safety.
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William H. Groves
Anna Pheer
Carmi
Carmi Oritie
Moderate Weather Outlook for Upper Mississippi Valley
A weather forecast for December 24 to 29 covers the upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys and northern plains. The period is expected to bring much precipitation with generally moderate temperatures, suggesting a steady pattern across the region.
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Missouri
Plains
Tony
Aerial Bootleggers Sentenced By Dewey
Des Moines reports Milo Mitton, Leonard Carrothers, and Charlie Hilton were convicted in federal court for landing a plane at Marshalltown with liquor valued at 510,000. Hilton faces a 1000 dollar fine, Carrothers and Mitton are fined 609 dollars each by Federal Judge A Dewey.
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Milo Mitton
Leonard Carrothers
Marshalltown
Charlie Hilton
Carrothers
Morailtown
Hilton
A. Dewey
Fire destroys world’s largest church in New York
A spectacular blaze last night leveled a new riverside church in New York City, the largest in the world. Estimated loss running to four million dollars, with John D. Rockefeller Jr. credited for donations. Firefighters battled flames as they shot into the sky and were visible for miles along the Hudson. cause under investigation.
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New Riversive
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Harry Emerson Fosdick
Hudson River
Pageant at United Presbyterian Church Told Christmas Story
A Christmas pageant titled The Promise Christmas Spirit of Peace on Earth was staged last evening at the United Presbyterian Church auditorium. The program featured Marjorie McFarlane and Jane Godfrey, with costuming by Miss Bessie Walla, and pantomimed Bible stories enacted by pageant characters under a green and red evergreen backdrop.
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Bandits cryr wre DIME FOR CAR FARE
Sioux City report states two men accosted Arth Noteon from home and tore his money stash. As they prepared to flee he explained he needed a street tie to get home and they returned the money, giving back a dime and wishing him a Merry Christmas as they disappeared.
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Iowa hospitals close to visitors during influenza epidemic
Iowa City December 22 Hospitals under Robert E Neff closed to visitors to protect patients and staff amid an influenza outbreak. Hospitals will maintain precautions per state health board guidance. Alaska Juneau December 22 Smallpox epidemic under control vaccine dropped by air halted spread, health commissioner says. Washington December ongoing inter American conciliation talks seek treaty settlement while Moravian Sunday School to present Christmas program December 24 at 7:45 p.m. Rev Roy Seems pastor Ed Libe superintendent.
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University of Iowa
Robert E. Neff
Towa State Board of Health
Neff
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Juneau
Harry C. Deblehne
United Press Today
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Roy Seems
Ed Libe
Farm relief push seen for next session after recess
Washington expects revival of farm relief legislation during the next session rather than the present term. Jardine’s letter to Senator McNary signals administration backing for the program, aiming to aid the 1929 crop. debate may hinge on the equity fee and timing before Hoover’s inauguration.
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Cultre Jardine
Chaiema Nary
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Jardine
McNary
Borah
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