Huckins Insane May Defer Trial In Iowa Case
George E. Huckins, linked to an alleged get rich quick scheme, was declared insane by the county sanity commission. His trial on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses was postponed as doctors said he is a fit candidate for an asylum. Lawyers filed motions for continuance citing insanity and alleged drug addiction. county attorney Hendrickson planned to oppose.
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Cedar Rapids
U.P
George E. Huckins
County Sanity Commission
Huckins
Yaterday
F. S. Skinner
Harry Johnson
The
Sanity Commission
H. C. Ring
Walter J. Barngrover
Sid Milner
Skinner
Huckis
Moses
Pharoah
Christ
Church
Godg Son
Groundhog Fails to Predict Winter at Bronx Zoo
Brer Groundhog refused to prophecy as he slept in his concrete den at the Bronx Zoo. Keeper John Toomey tried carrots to rouse him during a crowd of Boy Scouts and camera crews. The animal returned to his mud hole and slept, leaving winter’s turnout unclear.
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New York
Bronx Zoo
John Toomey
Zoo
Toomey
Groundhog
Mr. Toomey
Warns Overheated Homes Cause Illness in Iowa
Des Moines February 3 State health commissioner Henry Albert warned Iowans against overheating homes and offices, saying danger from heat illness exceeds that from cold. He noted 342 measles cases last week with Black Hawk County leading at 118, Linn 75, Story 51.
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Des Moines
U R
Henry Albert
Albert
Evangelist L H Broeker closes Washington Baptist meetings
In Washington Iowa Evangelist L H Broeker of Chicago ended two weeks of evangelistic meetings with four addresses on Sunday February 2. Morning hours covered The Clock and A Remarkable Conversion while afternoon spoke on The Biggest Fool in the World. Evening crowds gathered for The End, reflecting on life’s hours and time’s march.
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The
Baptist Church
Washington
Iowa
L. H. Broeker
Chicago
Phillip
Isaiah
British Offer Compromise With French At Naval Conference
The British delegation submitted a compromise plan to the naval conference to resolve differences over the French program of naval limitation. The proposal allows conditional transfer of tonnage in ships not larger than cruisers with six inch guns and may be discussed at the full session tomorrow amid jockeying among America England Italy and Japan. France’s Premier Andre Tardieu will be absent from the next big five meeting. The four delegations’ written figures on tonnage by class were due to the conference secretariat.
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London
U.P
Naval Conference
London Naval Conference
America
England
Italy
Japan
France
Andre Tardidu
Conference
Groundhog forecast and winter outlook in Iowa
Groundhog or not, typical winter weather is forecast for six to eight weeks in Iowa, with Reed noting cold, unsettled conditions ahead. The report cites shadows seen in most of Iowa as a sign of continued winter, despite recent warmth and open windows. The piece also covers a Jerusalem milk pasteurization lab gift, religious remarks, and local church events with Rev. Broeker and several attendees reporting conversions during meetings.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Weather Bureau
Charles D. Reed
Reed
Five Boys Die In Canyon Crash After Police Chase
In Pomona California on February 3 six youths fleeing motorcycle officers lost control on a winding canyon road. The car left a 50 foot embankment killing five passengers and injuring one who was near death. Officers noted the run with the car traveling fast as they tried to balance it on the curve.
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Pomona
Cal
Melving Leiter
William Brown
Arthur Hubbard
James
Howard White
Charles Caldwell
Wets in Congress Seek Convention on Prohibition Reform
The National Association against the Prohibition Amendment discusses calling a national convention of wets to unite behind a repeal oriented program. Former Senator William Cabell Bruce proposes a nationwide delegate gathering to craft a platform against dry policies and promote modification of the Volstead Act. The wets aim to end disorganization and coordinate efforts in Congress while hearings on repeal move forward.
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Washington
National Association Against the Prohibition Amendment
Congress
William Cabell Bruce
Maryland
Ito
Williamson
House Expenditures Committee
Wickersham
Treasury
Justice Department
Borah
Idaho
Prohibition
Doran
Call for drastic police action after Chicago gang terror
State's Attorney John A. Swanson urged Police Commissioner William F. Russell to act quickly against a wave of gang murders bombings and terror in Chicago over four days. A southwest side bombing shattered a grocery butcher and tailor shops injuring no one and heightening fear as authorities pursue terrorists tied to the Donia groceries attack and other crimes.
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Chicago
U.R
John A. Swanson
William F. Russell
Samuel Donia
Donna
Hoover Plans Florida Fishing Trip Near Miami
President Hoover hopes to spend four or five days fishing off Long Key Florida with a small vessel and a few close friends. The trip would avoid public speeches and keep the president largely away from the White House duties in Washington.
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Washington
U.P
White House
Hoover
Long Key
Fla
Miami
Florida Keys
Florida
Keys
Iowa reinstated in Western Conference amid mixed reactions
The University of Iowa earned readmission to the Western Conference after a faculty committee resolved to resume athletic relations with the other nine schools. Iowa supporters praised the move while critics argued for a re hearing for 13 ineligible athletes who borrowed from an athletic trust fund. The Daily Iowan called the reinstatement “a peace without victory.”
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Iowa City
U.P
University of Iowa
Iowa
Mike Farrah
Daily Iowan
Chicago
Big Ten
Hawkeye
North-Central Association of Colleges and Universities
Taft Resigns as Chief Justice Amid Health Decline
Chief Justice William Howard Taft resigns from the US Supreme Court due to deteriorating health. At 72, Taft ends a famed career that spanned presidency and judiciary, with President Hoover expected to act on the vacancy soon.
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Washington
William Howard Taft
United States Supreme Court
United States
Hoover
Robert Taft
Taft
Ashville
N. C
Kenyon
U.P
Harlan Fisk Stone
Medicine Ball
Roscoe Pound
Harvard Law School
Law Enforcement Commission
George W. Wickersham
William §. Kenyon
William E. Borah
Idaho
Man Seeks Cheer as Troublesmount Share Burden
A man facing personal troubles seeks uplift from friends and near ones to lift his spirits. He looks for simple encouragement and supportive company to help weather his current challenges.
Drama League Week Planned by Fortnightly Club
Following the plan of the Iowa Federation of Women's clubs the drama department of the Fortnightly club will observe Drama League week from February 10 to 15. Several plays will be presented by local talent with free admission. A full program with times and venues will be published in Saturday's Journal.
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Lowa Federation of Women’s Clubs
Marriages and Divorces Reported in Pennsylvania 1928
Pennsylvania recorded 67 640 marriages and 7 957 divorces in 1928. The figures reflect statewide civil events across urban and rural areas with steady annual changes for couples seeking formal union or dissolution.
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Pennsylvania
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Bronx
Dr. Albert
Evangelist Broeker
London Naval Lim
Itation
Nathan Straus
Jerusalem
Broeker
Vinz
R. L Grimes
Wilma Walker
Thora Reynolds
Shebeck
Milwaukee
Swason
St. Valentine
Swanson
Russel
Lodgo
Joseph
Cada
Wilson Avenue
Beau Brummel
Joe
Peel
Eligi
Sud
Harding Taft
Harding
Howard Douglas White
Charles P. Taft
Cincinnati
Ohio
Alphonson Taft
Yale University
Yale
Cincinnati Law School
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