United States Railroad Labor Board Seeks Congressional Power
Chicago June 28 The United States Railroad Labor Board today asked Congress for authority to compel the Pennsylvania railroad to comply with board decisions The move centers on a ruling that the carrier violated a board order by denying clerks and freight handlers the right to vote for representatives of their choosing to negotiate wages and working conditions The railroad insists on using company unions and defied the order leading to contempt of the Supreme Court decision upholding board jurisdiction
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Chicago
United States Railroad
Congress
Pennsylvania Railroad
United States Supreme Court
Treasury official rules out seizing foreign ships
Acting Secretary Gilbert stated that ships bringing liquor within three miles of shores will not be seized under federal prohibition law despite prior suggestions by prohibition officials. He warned drastic action may be unnecessary for now and emphasized careful consideration of any step. Washington date not clear.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Gilbert
Ofcais
Treasury
Washington
Grand Jury Finds Booze Conspiracy in Chicago
A federal grand jury before Judge Jamey H Wilkerson found a conspiracy to block prosecutions of violators in Chicago. Government witnesses refused to testify claiming bad memory or perjury, leading to 28 charges and no indictments due to uncooperative witnesses. The panel probed numerous prohibition cases amid political influence accusations.
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Chicago
Jung
Jamey H. Wilkerson
Wilkerson
Cffteinin
Grand’ Jury
Sceres
Warranty Deed Placed On File For Wilson Tract Site
The Leonard Range Company filed a final warranty deed with the County Recorder conveying six acres of land known as the Wilson tract from Ida M. Schmid and Jennie M. Wilson to the Leonard Range Company for a new plant project near Cincinnati. The transaction, delayed by abstract and legal issues, was handled by Bogan in the real estate division.
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Leonard Range Company
County Recorder
Wilson Tract
Ida M. Schmid
Bogan
Big Lot Sale Advance Publicity Chief From Palm Beach Arrives
Frederick Morrison has arrived from Palm Beach Florida to handle the advance width and publicity for the Beck and Stuant's Addition auction. The sale by William Beck Agency will be in a large tent on the grounds Tuesday July 10. Mortigan, Ithaca NY native and Cornell man, brings long experience in the wholesale and advertising business. He is stopping at the Hotel Meredith.
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Frederick Morrison
Palm Beach
Florida
Owsley Advocates Universal Draft at Lions Club Meet
Alvin Owsley national commander of the American Legion urged immediate enactment of a universal draft calling old men to service and conserving wealth in war. He said youth must be mobilized and wealth mobilized too and noted the Legion favors universal draft and adequate military preparedness. He mentioned President Harding reportedly considering such a program.
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Ailantic City
N. 4
Alvin Owsley
The
American Legion
Lions Clubs
Legion
Pres. Harding
Slaughter At Woodlawn Park Sparks Fiery Kiwanians Feud
A heated feud between Kiwailia and Mularang erupts at Woodlawn Park with rival charity teams Whitsett’s Rotes and Sargent’s group facing off in a 6 PM fundraiser. Ambuled proverbial mercy and bloodshed lurk as the sheriff and police guard the event to benefit the hospital. Spectators urged to attend for a lively, if rough, baseball skirmish with proceeds from peanuts and drinks.
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Kiwailaia
Mularang
Woodlawn Ball Park
Whitsett
Sargent
Woodlawn Park
National Guards Hold At Okmulgee Under Governor Order
Okmulgee county authorities will keep National Guard troops in charge of law enforcement until Governor Jack Walton is satisfied local officers can enforce the law efficiently. The governor said local officers are often allied with secret lawless mobs and that he has been unable to get results in enforcement.
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Okmulger
Okls
Naonal Guard
Cherge
Okmulgee County
Jack Sc Walton
Dismiss Charges Against Miners and Operators
Federal court dismisses all charges against 127 coal operators officials miners and 99 corporations linked to the Pennsylvanian coal industry. The case related to Sherman anti trust indictments returned Feb 25 and was halted after Attorney General Harry Daugherty's motion. Judge Anderson ordered dismissal with prosecutors noting no further action expected.
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Harry Mr. Daugherty
Ted Staten
Sherman Anti-Trust
Anderson
Lye Atinrnes
Anders
Mwe Sabes
M. Disrtaged, Hamadi Wu En: Mangnd Court Was Ajuurated In Ued Iit
Bert M. Ferguson
Ilitoni
Valentine Martin
Ander Indir Nenfi
Harns Against 1 Staneaction Miners Coal Policy Row
Fragmented OCR text discusses miners coal policy and government actions. It references Harns and Staneaction with mentions of 29, Pennsylvania, and potential consequences for miners and labor, indicating a political dispute or policy pressure surrounding coal mining. The readable items show names and numbers but lack full context.
Rockwell Fest Mishap Sparks Second Run In Mechanical Trouble
Fragmentary notes indicate attendees including CK t. Smith and Liewl at Rockwell Fest faced a mechanical trouble incident. A second attempt was made after air fault forced a halt, with hours of delay noted in the jittery report.
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Lego
Caill
Smith
Liewl
Rockwell
Quilt on Exhibition at Tri State Fair
A large silk quilt made by Charles Pratt of Philadelphia will be shown by the Evans Wise Chamber of Commerce at the Tri State Fair next week. The eight by ten foot piece contains 14 677 individual squares and features a border with a William Penn portrait. Valued near 1000 dollars, the quilt is owned by Mrs. Clark of Harrison and attracts local interest.
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Han
Chamber of Commerce of
Evans- Wise
Charles Pratt
Howard Street
Philadelphia
William ‘Pena
Dempsey Gibbons fight postponed talk for July
Promoters seek delay from July 4 to July 14 to raise $275,000 owed on Dempsey’s guarantee. Consent from Jack Kearns and Eddie Kane, managers of champion and challenger, required. officials wary. Real Northern Railroad declines financial rescue, citing railroad duties.
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Henry L
Farrell United Press
Shelby
Mont
Dempsey-Gibbanaight
Dempsey
Jack Kearna
Eddie Kane
Championaml
Kearns
Kars
St. Paul
Minn
Real Northern Railroad
Dempsey-Gibbons
Sheilly
Ralph Budd
Dreuidant
Budd
Thas
Raidrosd
Deny Rumors Of Layoffs At Shops In Baltimore And Ohio
A shop bulletin posted by master mechanic W. Herlihy denies reports of a large layoff at the Baltimore and Ohio rail shops in Washington. The bulletin claims no information on reductions and notes a seven day work schedule for the passenger car department began last Sunday.
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Suiltin
Washington
Baltimore & Ohio
W. Herlihy
Hultelty
Wig Furee
Reuss Secures Oakland Six Agency for Oakland Market
Foster M. Reuss, manager of Washington Manufacturing and MarIThta Works, has secured the agency for the Oakland Six automobile in Oakland. He will display models on West Walnut Street. Prices range from 375 to 1546 dollars. Reuss plans a sport touring car, a four passenger touring, and a five passenger coupe.
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Foster M. Reuss
Washington Manufacturing & Mar ‘Thita Works
Oakland
Advises Dog Owners to Settle Delinquent Taxes Now
The township lists about 155 dog owners in Washington township and nearby areas whose taxes are delinquent. Justice of the peace Sheley is handling the collection, urging prompt payment to avoid court action. Those who settle now face no additional costs beyond the standard dog tax. delays may incur hefty penalties noted in the notice.
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Washington Township
Lizans
Sheley
High Wind Destroys Property in Southwest Missouri
Joplin Missouri reports a severe wind storm sweeping southwestern Missouri caused deaths injuries and thousands in property damage. Telecommunication lines and buildings were blown down with crops damaged. reports indicate extensive impact across the region.
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Joplin
Missouri
Fourth of July Firework Restrictions Urged by Harding
President Harding advocates cautious Fourth of July celebrations warning that fireworks and firing of weapons can cause injuries. He urges parents to keep children away from crackers and rockets and to call police if unsafe behavior occurs. Idaho Falls and nearby areas will host his speeches after a Utah visit, stressing public safety and orderly observances.
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Lawrence Manin
United Press Star
Harding
Pocatello
Idahg
Borah
Borgir
Lng
Idaho
Utah
Lertal
Zion Caton
Local team reorganizes under new manager amid upheaval
Fragmentary notes describe Odon and Graypi amid a reshuffle. McKlassek named manager of Graypi as several new players or positions are set to be placed. The incomplete report hints at a cal battle and stiffened defense as changes take effect.
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Odon
McKlassek Ja
Graypi
Dick Dion
Whitfield Lands in Cleveland on Robbery Charge
Cleveland, Ohio June 4. Vic Whitfield, sought on patrolman charges, was brought to central police headquarters tonight after arriving by Central Railroad to avoid a crowd at Union Depot. County Prosecutor Edward Stenton said arraignment is likely Friday as detectives follow leads and Grant’s automobile is tied to the case.
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Cleveland
Vic Whitfield
Pollestetion
Edward GO. Stenton
Whitfield
Central Railroad
Union
Babe Haig Team Faces Grays Sunday
The Washington Groys Oden resumes play Sunday against the Grays as Babe Haig’s reorganized club, under Haig’s color, aims to rebound from a unsettled season. Strong local ties and lingering rivalries frame the matchup.
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Babe” Haig
GRAYS
Washington Groys Oden
Agg
The
Oden
Bluffton to Open Vocational Agriculture School Next Year
Bluffton Indiana officials decided to establish a vocational agriculture school for next year. The program will be open to high school students and cover comprehensive farming topics. A separate court note reports three participants entering guilty pleas on charges related to a family dispute near Tenth Street, with fines and costs imposed.
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Bluffton
Kthe
Cty
Igh
Tie
Suhdomoy Rats
Tenth Street
Gf Ritey
Weather brings heavy rain and wind damages crops
The recent heat gave way to heavy rains and strong winds across the region, flattening some laid wheat and damaging binders and oats fields. A lightening storm caused brief hail and window impact, but no major damage reported. Cooler conditions followed, making coats comfortable today.
Democratic Nations head attacks Harding tax policy in Salt Lake City speech
Hall of the Democratic National Committee chairman accuses President Harding of misleading statements in taxation remarks. He claims the administration has cut federal debt slowly, reduced taxes minimally, and boasts of a false surplus while Treasury data show small expense reductions.
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Hington
Hall
Democratic Nations Committee
Harding
Salt Lake City
Utah
Hull
Pres. Harding
Alaska
Toml
Democratic Committee
Serathe
Huttinald
Hardijiz
Hell
Chicago Strike Halts Building Project Amid Labor Demands
In June a large outlaw strike halted construction across Chicago, affecting more than a dozen new buildings valued at millions. Laborers, called out by labor agitators, left crews idle as demands for higher pay surfaced, including a base rate of $1 per hour and some sites seeking up to $6,000,000 in municipal investments. A meeting of the Building Construction Employers' Association was convened to consider the situation and next steps.
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Iba Op
I. S
Ction Employera‘ “Association
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