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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1924
Page
14
Mexico considers arresting seven men linked to the Lyons murder case. Authorities indicate the killing of Mrs Lyons may have been tied to a highway robbery rather than agrarian vengeance. The investigation points to the involvement of conspirators identified through the manager of Mrs Lyons and others connected to the crime scene.
Renewed talks between Japan and the Soviet Union resume diplomatic efforts. Representatives discuss reestablishment of relations, with focus on Mongolia, Sakhalin, and potential mutual accords. Both sides seek viable frameworks before winter.
Military reports say two remaining planes will resume their world flight from Reykjavik soon. An advance party located a safe substitute base at Ekaluit Greenland near Phaluit, with open harbor facilities and a possible on-site plan for hauling out planes. Ice conditions around southern Greenland have improved, increasing the likelihood of a successful 750 mile leg within the planes’ range.
An Argentine aviator attempting a world flight left Allahabad for Calcutta this morning and was sighted over Gava about 250 miles northwest of Nere at 11 00 am. No further word has been received since. authorities fear a possible forced landing in a district with no communications.
In London a German delegation pressed for a loan and asserted a willingness to default under a new program. Allied delegates debated German unity with France and the Dawes plan, signaling possible progress despite friction over Ruhr evacuation, reparations, and further financial accords with Paris.
London August 7 opposition attacks peak as Prime Minister Macdonald refuses delay on signing the Anglo Russian pact. House defeats a motion to adjourn 257 to 77 and Parliament adjourns to no later than October 28 with reassembly possible by September 30 to handle the Irish boundary issue. The premier plans to sign the treaty immediately.
Heavy rains sweep Luzon causing widespread flooding across thousands of acres of rice and sugar land. Roads and bridges are washed out, disrupting transport and delaying passage in several provinces.
Gen Gregorio Ferrera’s war ministry fled to the mountains with hundreds of armed men in open rebellion. Near the Nicaragua border fighting is expected, and U S mediation has failed to restore peace amid cabinet reshuffles. Reports say two Americans were killed in San Marcos de Colon as Gen Peralta led a rebel attack. American marines may be sent to the border to protect lives and property.
Lexington Aug 7 4 farm estate intruding home sink equipment and 27A1q arises goes to Ellen Davis an aged negro servant through the will of her late employer John T Hughes wealthy farmer and horseman who died recently Alex Rankin negro in Hughes employment for 40 years was bequeathed 9644 aires on Haley Pike The larger grant valued at about 100000 and was the most important of several divisions provided in the will Besides various cash awards below 1000 two churches and Kentucky Female Orphans school received gifts
The article notes critics wonder why Secretary of State Hughes did not visit Rome on his European tour, despite stops in London Paris Brussels and Berlin. It recalls his claim the trip was as president of the bar association, not as secretary of state, and highlights his influence on the London conference. Halifax steamship Aramona reportedly ashore near Anticosti Island with Cairin sailing from New York to Montreal.
Special cable dispatch 7 August reports Greek officers escorted by soldiers to guard Macedonian prisoners were attacked by feomstadjis at Petrit on the Greek frontier. Seven Greeks were killed on Greek side and the Macedonians fled with the prisoners. The incident worsens Balkan tensions as Romania strengthens frontier detachments and police guards in Sofia.
Austria government estimates a deficit of 129400 million kronen for August per a statement by Dr Alfred Zimmerman commissioner general of Austrian finances under the League of Nations.
Premier Primo Rivera stated that administrative conditions in Spain remain satisfactory after a directorate council meeting and a two hour analysis with Alfon. He signaled no likely change in the directorate and said he submitted decrees to Queen Alfonso and would accompany the monarch to Santander for several days.
Manila Aug 7 By AM the defense was offered to the charges of joining a mutiny on which 269 Philippine scouts have been on trial for 9 days when the prosecution rested today Instead counsel for the defense moved dismissal of the charges The court martial took the motion under advisement adjourning until next Monday Testimony of the prosecution had dealt with refusal of the 269 scout In question to drill when ordered to do such supposed ringleaders in the alleged mutiny are awaiting court martial trial on the more serious charge of inciting a mutiny.
Ottawa August 7 Prime Minister Mackenzie King said Canada’s envoy to Washington will not be chosen soon. He stated there is no one in view for the post and no decision has been reached, with a selection unlikely before the end of summer.
Warsaw reports say four raid groups of 74 men attacked Stolpce with one unit staying months at Minsk training under bolshevik officers. Polish police uncovered a spy network allegedly run by six Soviet legation members. All involved diplomats were expelled and other conspirators arrested amid labor unrest propaganda.
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