Giants O Connell and Dolan expelled in bribery probe
Investigation into alleged bribery involving the New York Giants ends with the expulsion of Jimmy O Connell and coach Cozy Dolan. Commissioner Landis and NL president Heydler say the world series proceeds as planned, with no further action expected unless new details arise. Barney Dreyfuss calls the pair goats but urges continued series play.
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Cory Dolan
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O'Connell
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Pittsburgh
Barney Dreyfuss
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Philadelphia
Crisis in British Politics Prompts Motions of No Confidence
London reports say the labor government faces imminent fall with two motions against it. Conservatives attack the handling of criminal proceedings against James Ross Campbell. Liberals oppose the Anglo Russian treaty linking unemployment relief to British loans to the Soviet state.
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Jewel Heist Report Tied to Prince of Wales Visit
Long Island police confirm a second major jewel robbery linked to royal guests. John Sanford, clubman, told District Attorney Weeks that $50,000 in precious stones were stolen from his Mineola home Sunday night. The case mirrors an earlier Cosden theft valued at $150,000 involving Mrs Cosden Lady Mountbatten and Mrs Richard Norton.
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Cosden
Iowa to Use 26 Million Christmas Seals
Des Moines reports Iowa will use 8 626 000 000 Christmas seals this year. B G Eaves of the National Tuberculosis Association forecasts the total distribution at 1 250 000 000 seals, enough to fill three box cars. Last year sales realized 4 260 000 dollars.
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Eaves
Local visitors stop by on business
Lyle Smith of West Chester was in town yesterday on business. Omer Jones from Muscatine is here today on business. Cy D. Dickinson from Brighton was in town yesterday for business errands.
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West Chester
Omer Jones
Muscatine
Cy D. Dickinson
Brighton
Giants Manager McGraw Accused in Traynor Tampering Case
The report states that Dolan allegedly approached Pie Traynor to request a $15,000 raise for 1924, with Dreyfuss alleging McGraw organized the scheme to unsettle Traynor and force a trade. Traynor, Dolan, and McGraw faced Landis’s inquiry, with Dolan denying prompting anyone.
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Root resumes testimony in Cronkhite murder trial in Tacoma
George Root Jr of Seattle prepared to resume testimony as prosecution witness in the Cronkhite murder case involving Roland Pothier and captains Rosenbluth and Cronkhite. Root testified Cronkhite’s pistol had no exploded shells. defense says Cronkhite died by his own action during a practice march at Camp Lewis.
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George Root, Jr
Seattle
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Camp Lewis
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Pothier
Robert Rosenbluth
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Rosenbluth
Johnson to Start First World Series Game for Senators
The Washington Senators rely on Walter Johnson and Arthur Nehf as top starters for the World Series against the New York Giants. Johnson is expected to pitch opening game to rest for later duties, while McGraw may use Hugh McQuillan in the opener. Both clubs feature a strong pitching core led by Johnson and Nehf.
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Marberry
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Mogridge
Wheeler Endorses Senator Walsh in Montana Stops
Senator Wheeler traveling aboard the Wheeler Special en route to Butte and Missoula endorses Senator Walsh of Montana during his Montana tour. He plans several addresses and proceeds toward Spokane with La Follette supporters guiding local itinerary.
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la Follette
Missoula
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Walsh
Pothier Confesses Under Duress in Mayor Death Case
Longhorne notes Pothier stayed with his original tale despite pressure from hostile interrogators. He faced constant questioning, was kept from friends, and denied an attorney before making three differing confessions.
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Republicans Aim for Dawes Ticket in Iowa Split
Des Moines Iowa October reports Iowa Republican leaders launched a push for a Coolidge Dawes ticket across the state. The central committee debated Senator Brookhart’s stance and how to handle Dawes and La Follette amid party rifts while seeking a united presidential contest.
President Coolidge Receives Campaign Report
President Coolidge today reviewed campaign surveys compiled by William M. Butler, chairman of the Republican National Committee, after meetings at party HQ in Chicago and New York. The White House said the president planned to stay at his desk most of the campaign, speaking only as occasions arise.
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Wm. M. Butler
Republican National Committee
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Mickey Walker Still Welterweight Champion
Mickey Walker of Elizabeth New Jersey retained the welterweight title by knocking out challenger Bobby Barrett of Clifton Heights Pennsylvania in the sixth round of a ten round bout in Philadelphia. Walker dominated with speed and power and was never in danger, forcing Barrett to a decisive ten count after a left to the jaw and a stiff right shot.
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Ben Share Outlines Week Visit to Muscatine Relatives
Ben Share will depart this evening for Muscatine for a weeklong visit with relatives. He plans to spend time with family, catch up on local events, and return next week.
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Ben Share
Muscatine
Oklahoma Eleven to Meet Iowa in Season Opener
Coach P Goodfrey and Southeastern Oklahoma Teachers College football team arrive in Iowa City Friday at 10 30 am from Durant for the Iowa season opener against the University of Iowa on Saturday The squad averages 166 pounds and will practice on Friday afternoon with possible Saturday morning session.
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Southeastern Oklahoma Teachers College
Durant
University of Iowa
Iowa
Godfrey
Iowa Department of Athletics
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AFL guidance on splitting ballots to favor La Follette electors
Washington report outlines a plan by Frank Morrison of the American Federation of Labor to instruct organized labor to scratch or split ballots to vote for La Follette electors and allied House and Senate candidates. Letters to state labor secretaries urge dissemination of sample markings and simple instructions to help workers express their choices despite complex ballots.
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Davis to Start Pennsylvania Campaign in New York
Democratic nominee John W Davis will leave Maryland for New York today to begin his campaign there with an address tonight at Madison Square Garden marking his first offensive in the state.
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New York
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Dawes Speaks in Davenport and Muscatine
Charles G. Dawes republican vice presidential nominee spoke to several thousand in Davenport and Muscatine Iowa today while en route to Kansas City. He attacked La Follette's independent bid, argued about the balance of power in government and warned against threats to the constitution and courts. He did not name Senator Brookhart by name but audiences linked his remarks to the Iowa senator. He also stopped at Fairfield with the Grand Army encampment in session.
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