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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1924
Page
1
A collage of quotes and vignettes reflects political turmoil and public scandals. References span Coolidge’s pursuit of truth, a deadly mine disaster in Benwood, the Murphys funeral, and McCray’s conviction, juxtaposed with satirical editorials and wartime mobilization talk. The piece weaves humor with solemn events, hinting at labor danger, corruption, and national anxiety.
Paris reports Belgium and France reached a full accord on how to implement the reparations experts recommendations. They will seek a similar deal with Great Britain before a final allied conference untangles penalties for Germany. Prime Minister Macdonald in Port Talbot urged unity with France and pledged steady, honest pursuit of the experts' plan while disarmament discussions progress.
Arizona's nine delegates to the Republican national convention were instructed to use their utmost efforts to secure the nomination of Calvin Coolidge by the Republican State convention held in Phoenix. The report notes the delegation's binding pledge and the political context of the gathering.
The Washington Post reports Edward R. Berry of General Electric demonstrated a solid tube of fused clear quartz bending light like a hose. He showed rays traveling in a circle and through the material, with potential for directing ultraviolet light into the throat or an incision to fight disease.
Melvin Mangum six of Dorchester apartments 400 Twelfth southwest died after being struck by Leonard Blackwell's car at West and Maryland avenues southwest shortly after 11 yesterday morning. Police say the wheel passed over the boy's head. He is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs Charles Mangum and five siblings.
Former Greek premier Venizelos, fully recovered from nervous illness after parliamentary battles over the Glucksbergs dynasty, intimates a return to politics and may stand as a candidate for the presidency of Greece.
The Navy reports the new light cruiser Cincinnati struck a submerged rock at Congo Island off Chile. After minor repairs the ship will proceed to Panama for refueling. The commander said damage was slight and operations would resume soon.
Indianapolis April 28 Gov War ren T McCray was found guilty by a federal jury in Indianapolis of using the mails to further a fraud scheme. He faces up to five years or a fine up to 1000 or both. He was taken to Marion county jail pending sentencing Wednesday. The judge condemned the conduct as numerous felonies and fraudulent notes. The case involved 2500 letters and hundreds of forged notes. McCray testified he signed others notes but denied intent to defraud bankers. A related bankruptcy petition and fifteen Marion county indictments remain unresolved.
Clarence J. Baring pleads not guilty to indictments charging an attempted murder by poisoning his wife. He is remanded to jail, bail denied, with an insanity defense anticipated. District attorney and detectives probe alleged accomplices and a younger romantic interest amid grim testimony and grand jury questioning.
President Coolidge faces choice to veto or watch the bill pass with the Japanese exclusion intact. Conferees agree to keep the exclusion provision as is, arguing changes require consensus from both houses. White House discussions seek a path that avoids an affront to Japan while restricting Japanese laborers.
President Coolidge reportedly did not authorize Theodore E. Burton as temporary chairman of the Republican national convention in Cleveland. The announcement that Burton would deliver the keynote was described as premature and not approved by the President, fueling admin gossip that the old guard pressed ahead without his consent. The Cleveland decision was to be reviewed as Adama and Mulvane travel to meet the full committee and formalize the choice.
The House passed a rent control extension to May 22, 1926 by a 194 to 54 vote after earlier majorities in separate rounds. Rep James T. Begg led the opposition while maneuvers blocked attempts to shrink the rent commission and trim debate. A later roll call showed 245 supporting and 64 opposing. Continued on next page.
New York reports that Madeline Blair, 18, arrived on the Christobal after five weeks disguised aboard the battleship Arizona. A policeman spotted the woman with bobbed hair and the sailor guise, prompting Blair to be relieved of duties. She claimed two other women also posed as sailors, wives of crew members, were present on the ship.
Senator Ransdell of Louisiana plans a comprehensive statement to refute charges that the government transferred oil lands in Caddo parish to the State. He met yesterday with Commissioner Sprye and Rep Sandlin to review a ten year report detailing land transactions and potential slander to his state.
Honduran evolutionists fought their way into Tegucigalpa, the capital, yesterday as Costa Rica reportedly accepted an invitation to participate in a firepower mediation conference for restoration of order and constitutional government.
London report notes Labor government to present first budget amid uncertainty. Key issue is whether to keep or drop McKenna duties on motor cars, bicycles, musical instruments, clocks and films. Snowden leans to abolition with Liberal and Labour support, while some Labour and Liberal factions prefer retention to protect certain industries. The Conservatives also favor keeping duties, set to expire May 1 without renewal.
Robert Menzies of a Bronx riding academy told Magistrate Silberman he did not prosecute Helen Hayes of Greenwich Conn. She rode a $200 horse hired for a four hour ride to New Jersey on April 17. Hayes allegedly said she wanted to go to Texas. A New Jersey trooper overtook her and the magistrate dismissed the cage.
A three month old baby named Sheldon Tannenbaum escaped death when a fire lamp post toppled onto his carriage after a truck collided with it. Max Goldslack caught the infant, saving him from injury as the post broke at the base. The child suffered a broken rib but is expected to recover.
Wheeling West Virginia April 28 22 bodies recovered from the Benwood mine of Wheeling Steel Corporation entombed after a catastrophic explosion. 114 miners were inside. only 92 remain unaccounted as rescue efforts continue amid collapse and gas concerns. George Holliday Jr. identified among victims.
April 28 report states Miss Hess Jesmer, former Greenwich Follies girl, sought $500,000 damages in a car crash case involving Philp Blo wan Plant. Attorney J Arthur Hilton argued Jesmer contributed to the accident by being intoxicated and embracing Plant during the ride. the incident dated back to November 1920. Plant had previously compensated Jesmer with 11,806 for injuries. Plant's mother is married to U S Attorney William A Baynard.
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