Insurance inquiry opens as Elkins bought oil stock
First testimony scheduled for the Iowa Senate Insurance Investigating Committee in Des Moines cites Elkins and Senator Browne of Jackson County. A hearing planned for this afternoon will examine Browne’s bill of particulars amid requests for witnesses.
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American Flyers Excel in Records
United States fliers hold 26 of 49 air records ratified by the International Aeronautic Federation after a Paris meet. France has eight, Great Britain four, and Italy one. Experts note separate fueling records may change counts, and a broader lead in machines, not nations, may exist.
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Garner Substitute Tax Plan Passes House
The House approved the Garner substitute revenue bill with a maximum surtax of 44 percent on incomes over $92,000 and normal rates of 2, 4, and 6 percent for defined brackets. Personal exemptions rise to 2660 for singles and 3000 for heads of families as party lines shape the vote.
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Mails Held Up by Strike Reach Across Atlantic
London reports a national deck workers strike delaying incoming American mails at Plymouth while the government weighs neutrality. The liner Olympic sailed as planned and the Trade Union Congress backs the strike, with officials warning against price profiteering and promising emergency measures for essential foods.
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Evans Won't Seek Re nomination in 1904
Creston La February 20 Judge H K Evans of Corydon member of congress from the eighth district says in a letter to Hon Charles H Thomas that he will not be a candidate for the nomination.
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Senator Greene Weakens in Vermont May Live Hours
Senator Frank Greene of Vermont was reported to be growing weaker this afternoon though physicians believed he would live for several hours at least.
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France Leads In Aviation Despite US Records
The text argues that planes over 400 kilometers per hour exist, but few machines at 300. It notes Lieutenant A. J. Williams flying at 429 kilometers, suggesting the United States could catch up quickly with will. It concludes France leads in aviation for now despite American attempts.
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Mexican Federals to Open Offensive Across War Plan
Mexican federal forces press a multi-front campaign after occupying Molilla Michoacan and Vera Cruz. General Eugenio Martinez relocates to Croiba to direct operations against Guadalupe Sanchez and other rebel leaders while clashes continue at Ixmiquipan and a key oil region near Tampico.
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Sweet Opposes Recognition of Soviet Russia in Iowa Address
Marshalltown Iowa February 20 Ex Congresssman Burton E Sweet of Waverly Republican candidate for US Senator detailed his stance opposition to recognizing the Soviet government he opposed government ownership of railroads and favored adjusted compensation for ex service men. He also linked Russian agitators to the Herrin mine murders and accused Moscow backed propagandists of interfering with UMWA.
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Severe storm hits eastern states today
Rain sleet and wind snarled cities from New York to Ontario turning snow into slush. The winter storm brought heavy traffic disruption with trains delayed and dozens injured or killed across multiple cities.
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Citizens Accept Board Proposal on Centennial Building Arbitration
The southwest Washington citizens committee formally accepts the school board proposal to submit the Centennial building dispute to arbitration. A $1000 cost threshold for repairs is reserved for later decision, while Keeley and Eich er handle first two architect selections for potential conference.
Secret Code Used By Forbes Before Grand Jury
The Associated Press reports a secret code used by contractors' agents to contact former Veterans Bureau director Forbes was to be discussed before the federal grand jury. Merle L. Sweet, Forbes aide, was to testify about the code and its operation as his wife testifies on the 1922 Pacific coast inspection tour. Elias H. Mortimer said he received a copy of the code from Forbes' secretary in 1922 during hospital contract negotiations.
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Home Talent Show Dates Set For It Pays to Advertise
The Washington Advertising club promotes the home talent play It Paya to Advertise scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday March 4 and 5. The show will feature well known local stage talent with rehearsals underway amid date changes.
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Appeal Burris Case to Supreme Court Not to Hang Friday
Burris who is under sentence to be hanged for the slaying of Mrs. Hattie Bates will not be executed on Friday as his appeal to the Supreme Court is before the court. Court attaches said there are no prospects the court will act before Friday, granting a automatic stay of execution. If denied, Governor Kendall must set a new date for execution after Friday.
Committee Suggests Independent Architect Reports For Centennial School
A school board committee proposes that two selected architects first report on the buildings safety and costs before calling a third architect. The plan aims to save local funds and has the board’s tentative approval. Attorneys Keeley and Eicher would handle details to avoid delays. The group favors Henry Ecklen of Moline as board's architect choice.
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Senator Elkins Admits Sinclair Stock Ownership
West Virginia Republican Senator Elkins disclosed buying Sinclair Consolidated Oil shares after Senate oil hearings. He stated no oil leases were known to him and offered to testify openly if summoned, arguing stock activity chances are normal and blaming Democratic political pressure.
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Whitney Hearing Highlights Oil Scandal Inquiries And Daugherty's Stand
Whitney testified before the Senate oil committee in executive session regarding possible stock transactions by public officials linked to the Teapot Dome era. Separate from Whitney, Attorney General Daugherty visited the White House to discuss his status and issued a statement denying Senate charges while asserting unity with the president.
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Two Iowans Remain Tied At Mid-Winter Horseshoe Tourney
In Lake Worth Florida on February 26 three players finished the opening day with perfect scores. C Davis of Cleveland Pat Mossman from Eldora Iowa and Frank Jackson of Kellerton Iowa sit tied for first with no losses after opening the third day.
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