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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1924
Page
1
A fragmented historical column notes political shifts and cultural allusions across the era. It references Washington streets, senators, and a blend of poetry lines, with mentions of the Senate, tax policy debates, and international topics including Germany, Japan, and Mexico, all in a brisk, opinionated newspaper voice.
Atlanta court hears breach of promise suit as defense attacks engagement validity between Mrs De Bouchel and G Candler. Depositions from New Orleans and Reno testify to Mrs De Bouchel’s character while letters revealed in evidence show intimate pleas and threats linked to the Reno divorce dispute. The defense argues the marriage claim was invalid due to residency and a possible prior marriage to Adolph Rocquet.
The medical examining board voted to revoke licenses issued to 182 doctors named in a jury investigation into alleged diploma mills. Previously 46 licenses were revoked. Many doctors moved from Connecticut after certification, later practicing elsewhere through reciprocal state agreements.
Treasury authorizes immediate redemption of two issues of indebtedness certificates maturing March 16 1928 and September 18 1923. Mellon states banks may redeem at par plus accrued interest to date for TM 1924 and TM 2 1924 before March 15 1924. Funds from March 18 tax receipts will cover the action.
A gem salesman was kidnapped in Hyde Park as three men abducted him during a morning business trip. He was restrained in a car and robbed of diamonds valued at about 280000 dollars. He later reported the incident to authorities and identified the suspects linked to the Albert Torch Company in New York. Police pursue leads as the victim is safe.
In St Marys Ohio on January 31 a Western Ohio Interurban car struck an automobile carrying four people. The deadare Mrs Flore Hoel 40 manxinam Oulo Ralph Hoel 40 her son Frances Grubb 16 her granddaughter Lucile Toe 28% was seriously injured and motorman W E Kelly 44 was injured about the eyes by glass debris.
Tokyo reports say heavy police units guarded strategic points after a violent Diet session ended with dissolution. Demonstrators clashed with police, several injured, and the cabinet issued a statement calling the situation grave. Prime Minister Kiyoura faced questions on a train wreck and suffrage matters as the capital reeled from political upheaval.
Akron faces a transit upheaval as the Northern Ohio Traction and Light Company ends streetcar service at midnight after a 26 year franchise. City officials, seeking a 6 cent fare, clash with the company which demands 7 cents while preparing ten bus routes to begin at 4 AM. About 1,448 tramway workers may lose jobs as buses replace streetcars.
The Senate approves a Walsh resolution denouncing leases and contracts with Pan-American Petroleum and related parties as unauthorized and corrupt. It calls for annulment, recovery of lands, and civil and criminal actions, with the President empowered to pursue prosecutions and appoint special counsel.
Grayson states Wilson's digestive trouble has been less acute but the former president remains prostrated. Rear Admiral Cary T Grayson and Dr Sterling Ruffin visited the Wilson home to evaluate the illness which has kept him confined since yesterday. Reports and a steady household calm followed by a tranquil morning with no signs of a worsening condition.
Athens reports the gold content in sea water has fallen amid sun spot activity. A Greek premier delays resignation as French Prof Vasquez travels from Paris to advise, amid fears royalist reserves may push a military dictatorship.
Moscow reports a protest note from deputy foreign minister Litino to U S Secretary Hughes over American actions at sea. The note cites a U S entry into Soviet waters and references a destroyer damaged on September 16, with Soviet authorities demanding explanation and permission.
A Senate driven clash over Naval Secretary Denby led to calls for resignation as Walsh resolution condemns leases made without authority. President and Democrats spar over legality while investigations probe stock dealings linked to Teapot Dome rumors and loan rumors.
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