Madison Square Garden Convention Sparks in Democratic Rally
At the New York convention floor in Madison Square Garden delegates cheered Pat Harrison as he denounced the Republican convention. The crowd shouted support and called for a strong, hot platform while House urged League of Nations ties and farm relief. The day featured clashes over the Klan and party unity as leaders push for a winning issue.
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Washington merchants launch first Community Sale
Tomorrow June 25 follows a pattern of monthly sales by Washington merchants. Stores stay open late to 9 PM to accommodate workers and families. A patrolling staff will help visitors while traffic and space are managed for the event. The initiative aims to boost local shopping and publicity across the district.
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Maughan Completes Cross-Continental Daylight Flight
Lieut. Russell Maughan flew from Mitchell Field New York to Crissey Field San Francisco in 21 hours 45 minutes, setting a daytime transcontinental record. He stopped in Cheyenne and Salduro, finishing with a flawless landing near dusk despite fatigue and limited meals.
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Min River Flood Kills Many. Property Loss Hits Thousands
Shanghai reports the Min river flood as the era’s worst, claiming many drownings and damage running into thousands of dollars. The text also notes political rhetoric about a candidate’s claims and lies.
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Police to Arm Auto in City Force to Nab Speeders
Washington police will obtain an armed automobile to pursue speeders and answer calls. The plan, debated at the Monday city council meeting, aims for faster response than adding a motorcycle officer. McCarty urged considering Jake’s action to add a cop on wheels amid frequent Walnut Street speed violations.
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Indiana Bell rate case ends in federal decree
Judge Page in federal court enjoins the state public service commission from interfering with Indiana Bell Telephone Company rate schedules. The final decree allows the company to raise rates when it deems a boost necessary to ensure a fair return on its property as interpreted by the telephone company officials.
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Atlantic City Wins Bid for 1926 Grotto Convention
Atlantic City New Jersey was chosen as the meeting place for the 1926 grotto convention after bids from Los Angeles and St. Louis. Veiled Prophets withdrew their bid in favor of Atlantic City, securing the event.
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Engineer Dies From Wreck Injuries
Terre Hautle June 24 John Wheeler of Bryansville an engineer on the C. and E. I. freight train wrecked near here yesterday died today at St. Anthony's hospital from injuries received in the wreck.
Washington's hardest worker? Local cafe owner to beat all
The Democrat reports Lok Suey, owner of the city's only Chinese laundry, works about 14 hours daily. City Attorney John Spencer claims he works from 5 am to 6 or 7 pm with two hours on Sundays. Homer McCafferty of Manhattan Cafe allegedly logs 16 to 17 hours daily and 140 hours weekly, plus Sunday labor, claiming a 20 hour daily average including home duties. Neighbors joke about a medal for nonstop labor across seven days.
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Harrison Uses Keynote to Urge Clean Government at Dem Convention
Senator Pat Harrison of Mississippi delivered the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in New York, urging a renewal of anti corruption aims. He attacked the Fordney McCumber tariff, criticized the Harding administration, and outlined eight Democratic goals including restoring integrity in public service and enacting tariff reform.
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Ordinance Fixes Heavy Penalty for Train Speeders
Sharpeville Indiana on July 24 a city ordinance fixed a heavy penalty for loco motive engineers and traction car motormen who speed. Fines up to 100 dollars and a jail sentence are imposed. Enforcers worry as no offenders have been caught. Police plan to ask council to buy a railroad engine and traction car to pursue lawbreakers.
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