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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1923
Page
1
Three Strange Faces in the Ring Highlight Boys Boxing
A sporting writer notes three unusual faces in a boxing ring, calling attention to boy boxers and the spectacle they present as Seattle Times coverage frames their emergence.
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Boyers, Bays
Seattle Times
Turks and Allies to Resume Peace Talks at Lausanne
Geneva March 29 The Allied and Turkish peace negotiations will be resumed at Lausanne between April 15 and April 20. The talks are expected to pick up from the point where they broke off and are not anticipated to last long.
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Geneva
Switzerland
Turkey
Lausanne
Prosecution Restes in Mine Riot Trial
The prosecution in the second Herrin riot trial rested after calling thirty-two witnesses since testimony began on March. The defense then started its case.
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Associated Press
Marion, II
Herrin
Hansell Case Faces Judge In Pakistan?
Federal Judge John E F considers the Hansell v Israelite House of David suit over 80 000 dollars in property settlement tied to immoral practices as religion. After ruling, Detroit attorney Nelson and Dawhirst plan a new circuit court case by Ruth Reed and Gladys Purnell seeking 100 000 dollars for alleged mistreatment by the Benton Harbor colony leader.
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Asenciated Press
Grand Rapids, Mich
John EF
Columbus
Ohio
John W. Hansell
House of David
Walter H. Nelson
Detroit
H. T. Dawhirst
Ruth Reed
Gladys Purnell
Parnell
Benton Harbor Colony
Remedy for Burns: Equal Oil and Lime Water Mix
The text praises mixing equal quantities of sweet oil and lime water as a splendid remedy for burns. It presents a simple home treatment without medical guidance or cautions.
Dollar Gasoline Holds No Fear for Professor Lewis
Northwestern University chemistry professor W Lee Lewis declares no substitute for gasoline is imminent. He cites cracking processes and aluminum chloride refining as promising, urges optimism over recovering aluminum chloride for reuse, and notes oil bearing shales could become key as prices rise. He cautions against rushing to dollar gasoline predictions and mocks lawmakers when overly scientific.
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Professor Lewis
Associated Press
Evanston, Hl
W. Lee Lewis
Northwestern University
Prof
Lewis
Congress
Joint search started in King murder case
In New York on March 29 United in the search for Miss Dorothy Keenan known as King police and the district attorney's office began a joint examination of the evidence. Several already questioned were recalled for reinterview as the investigation expands in both offices. District Attorney Pecora says there are indications all stories will be retold and re checked. He has sufficient evidence for an arrest.
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the Ascaciated Press
New York
Dorothy Keenan
King
Pecora
D. M. Dougherty
Five Firemen Overcome in Bank Fire
Five firemen were overcome by smoke while fighting a blaze at the First National bank in Mason City Iowa. The fire started from a gas leak and reached the basement, causing an estimated loss of 590000. A plumber was knocked down when he struck a match as flames spread to woodwork and to Mrs. A. W. Yard.
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Associated Press
Mason City
First National Bank
A. W. Yard
Sun-centered universe theory debated by centuries of scholars
The idea that the sun sits at the center and planets orbit it was once controversial. Early astronomers debated the model, but centuries of observation and analysis refined our understanding. The works of these scholars shaped modern astronomy and the study of celestial mechanics.
Pay Checks Mailed to City Workers Homes in New Orleans
New Orleans March 29. City Commissioner Murphy announced that all city employees from the mayor down will have pay checks mailed to their homes rather than handed to them in person. He said the money belongs in the home and that if the wife cannot keep it there it is her fault. A woman reacting to the news sent a box of candy to Murphy.
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New Oreans
Murphy
Commissioner Murphy
Iowa Creates New Department of Agriculture
Iowa will establish a new department of agriculture with several service bureaus starting July 1. The bill passed the House unanimously and awaits Senate changes before the governor signs. A secretary of agriculture will be appointed and confirmed this session, with a 1925 elected successor by popular vote.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Iowa
Department of Agriculture
Iown House
Senate
House
Kendall
Armour Morris merger completes in Chicago under Armour Co
The final merger of Armour and Morris & Co was signed by about one hundred participants in Chicago. Armour & Co will acquire Morris & Co for roughly 27.45 million dollars in cash and stock, with Anthony J Ogden Armour leading the signing and officials including Secretary Wallace consulted.
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Chicago
Armour & Co
Morris & Co
North Armour Provisional Company
Illinois
Frances Neilson
Edward Morris
J. Ogden Armour
California
Wallace
Armour
Income Tax Bill Introduced in Iowa Legislature
Des Moines Iowa March 29 four committee bills were introduced and both houses postponed. A twenty percent tax on all stock and bond dividends and a seven percent general levy would be enacted. The bill requires personal returns for dividend receivers and imposes penalties for false filings.
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Associated Presa
Des Moines
Iowa
Senate Committee On Ways and Means
Armour & Co. stock and cash totals detailed in report
The document outlines cash of about 2.75 million and par value holdings in Armour & Co. of Delaware Illinois and Missouri. It lists 5.1 million in preferred stock of Armour & Co. Delaware, 9.006 million in preferred stock of Armour & Co. Missouri, and 10.76 million par value class A stock of Armour & Co. Illinois.
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Mately
Armour & Co
Delaware
Minois
Ilinois
Fifteen Thousand Ruhr Miners Strike Amid Occupation
The Associated Press reports that about 15,000 miners in the Gelsenkirchen district struck in protest against occupation as all mines were occupied by troops. The move halted work across the area and signaled broad labor resistance.
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Associated Press
Geisenkirchen Germ
Gelsenkirchen
Two Killed in Gas Plant Explosion Near Lena
Two persons died and three others were seriously injured when an acetylene light plant exploded at a farm home five miles north of Lena HL. The blast followed a lantern lit in the basement while workers attempted repairs, and the gas is believed to have been ignited by the flame.
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Associated Press
Freeport
Lil
William, Weinrich
Lena
Wesley’s Great Work Described by Historical Note
During TM years John Wesley rode 210 miles and preached 40000 cep mons. "he rideth well with the grace of God carrieth," said Thomas à Kempis, whose book was often in Wesley’s saddle.
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John Wesley
Thomas A Kempis
Wesley
Gas tax debate delays Iowa house action to afternoon
Des Moines March 29 The Iowa house adjourned at noon with the gas tax issue not reached after more than two hours of debate charges and countercharges. A dozen amendments remain, and leaders said final action would come late afternoon. The dispute over whether to place tax collection with the secretary of state or state treasurer and how funds would be used on roads dominated the session.
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Associated Press
Des
Moines
Ilowa
Iowa House of Representatives
McClune
Mahaska
Clark
Linn
Himebauch
Emmet
Tam
Hauge
Measure To Exclude Rum From Britain Text Of Measure
London dispatch reports Edwin Scrymecourt introduces a bill in the House of Commons to ban the manufacture importation and sale of alcoholic liquors for beverage purposes. The measure proposes that no new licenses be granted after passage and that existing licenses terminate on April fifth. It forbids continued manufacture importation or sale of alcoholic liquors after that date.
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Associated Press
London
House of Commons
Edwin Scrymecour
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