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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1924
Page
22
The Persian government promises to compensate for the death of the American consul and to increase guards at the American legation in Tehran. Imbrie’s body to be sent home for worship at the imperial expense, with the note of extending amends and reinforcing security near the legation, amid diplomatic tensions with the United States.
Teheran press regards the American communication as mild and notes cautious moderation by Persian officials. The commentary reflects a measured tone and suggests the note meets the approval of the majority here despite lingering tensions.
A Chicago court adjourned as Leopold and Loeb’s counsel argued for a lesser penalty, with Judge Caverly pressing for precise links between prior misconduct and current insanity defense claims. Darrow urged mitigation while the defense highlighted youth and lack of homicidal intent, amid tense courtroom exchanges and occasional interruptions.
Leopold argues had Nathan been paid or corroborated the confession the state could have proceeded differently in the 1941 kidnapping and murder case. He discussed the testimony after the court decision on whether the defendants would face hanging or penitentiary, noting the youths’ statements and the ransom letter as factors.
The parcel post system has come to the aid of exporters, boosting monthly export business to about 2000000. The Bureau of Customs and Domestic Commerce reported yesterday that parcel post shipments have doubled in volume, and in the first five months of the year about FyS00 402 worth of goods were exported.
President pledged federal cooperation with Florala for the Florida territorial legislature centennial celebration in Tallahassee in November. Sen Trammel of Florida and Captain Gray spoke with the president about federal representation and future conferences with government officials. An invitation to attend was extended.
East Orange July 31 bandit pair attempted robbery at Lackawanna station. Eugene Stack postal clerk fired, killing John J Manion of Hoboken as his confederate escaped by cab. The pouch lacked the hoped for $50 000 in Federal notes. Postmaster General telegram praised Stack’s bravery and inquired on his condition.
London dispatch reports the Imperial Bank of India cutting its discount rate from six to four percent. In related military news, four dental corps officers in the reserve were advanced a grade, as announced by the War Department.
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