Prosecution Faces Threats From Ku Klux Klan In Inglewood Case
Los Angeles April 26 deputies and prosecutors report threats by Ku Klux Klan members amid the Inglewood raid and inquest over Deputy Masher’s death. Undersheriff Biscaitus says protection is available. grand jury pleas are filed for wholesale indictments of Klan figures.
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George J. Clarken
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Frank BR. Willis
Ku Klux Klan
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Marshall Frank Woerner
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Vite Conned
Indiana Senate Battle Frames as Beveridge Targets New
A New York Evening Post analysis notes Beveridge’s unorthodox campaign in Indiana. It contrasts Beveridge’s broad, nonpolitical tour with New’s quiet strategy tied to Washington and the Harding administration. The piece assesses how each candidate’s tactics shape voter impressions and potential outcomes.
Webster City Man Appointed State Dairy Commissioner
R. G. Yark of Webster City was appointed by State Dairy and Food Commissioner Guy Bengall to succeed Woodburn Burn who resigned. Wright, who has served 12 years, remains involved as a farm and food interests advocate. A banquet will be held tonight to honor the new and existing dairy and food commissioners.
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End Argument in Kneeskern Murder Trial
Decorah Iowa April 30 The case of Elate against B J Kneeskern accused of killing Mr and Mrs Charles Van Brocklin is expected to go to the jury late this afternoon The final argument of County Attorney J A Nelan for the state was interrupted by a noon recess Murphy chief of defense contends the attack on Van Brocklin was faulty by Attourney Gating The defense claims Kneeskern had motive through family conflicts and that the state failed to prove motive While the defense disputes the motive and contends most testimony was trivial and not evidence real evidence remains to be shown
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Davenport Chamber to Hear Radio Lecture on Commerce
Davenport Chamber of Commerce will host a special meeting to hear Dean Thompson of the University of Illinois speak on chambers of commerce and community progress. The program includes university selections, a brief address, and a choral interlude, broadcasting at 8 p.m. from the University of Illinois station.
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Freeman Defies Price Fixing Pledge for Farm Goods
Leslie K. Francis, candidate for the United States Senate, told a district gathering of farmers club members in Des Moines that price fixing of farm products by law will not help the farmer. He advocates governmental aid to farmers and favors bonded warehouses to stabilize marketing.
Fireman Burned in Carbide Explosion in Keokuk
Keokuk reports a carbide explosion at the Gas Tank Begging plant during a fire that started from spontaneous combustion. Fire department driver Kenry Miller suffered severe facial burns while the department battled the blaze. Property loss estimated as small.
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Kenry Miller
Gas Tank Begging Company
Howard Urges More Industrial Centers
James R. Howard president of the American Farm Bureau federation told the Mississippi Valley association at its annual convention in Kansas City that the valley should build industrial centers near fields, air production, and cheaper water transportation of bulky commodities.
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Mississippi Valley
James R. Howard
Ames
American Farm Bureau Federation
Mississippi Valley Association
Poison Easter Eggs Cause Boy Death in Burlington
A Burlington boy died after eating colored Easter eggs suspected of poisoning. The eggs were given to him by Nelahvors’ children. A similar poisoning killed another child in Burlington two years ago. LAWN CITY WOMAN DIES. Mrs Kredarika Behrens, 78, died at breakfast of heart disease. She lived in Grundy County before moving to Lawn City two years ago. Survived by three sons John William and George. Husband died in 1595.
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Grundy County
Power's Try to Pin Russians Down to Plain Statement
Poland denies recognizing soviet Russia without reservations and calls the note from Soviet Foreign Minister a mere exchange of views. Germany warns France may act alone over reparations, claiming Versailles treaty requires allied joint steps. Lenin reportedly set to reach Riga within a week as Soviet midterm moves unfold.
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Rina
Cheering Reports of Farm Activity in the Northwest
Seed ing of spring small grain is nearly done in northwest Iowa northeast Nebraska and South Dakota per Sioux City Tribune reports. Ground is ready for corn planting with winter wheat and grasses growing well. Fruit damage is minimal and expectations point to heavy crops. The spring pig crop dwindled due to wet cold weather but should reach near normal as sow numbers exceed usual. Livestock and business conditions show improvement with better collections.
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Sioux City Tribune
Boy Dies After Disc Injury in Illinois Play Accident
In Atlantic Illinois on April 24 a two year old boy, son of C Nordhy, was fatally injured at Kimballtown when he was struck by a flying disc during play. Funeral services were held as authorities stated the incident occurred during a game and the boy died shortly after.
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Iowa City News Briefs from Turbulent Week
A jumble of local items reports a near fatal automobile crash in Irwin with a top plunging a ravine, holdup suspects captured near Altumwa, a fat man from Ames closing his bakery for carnival season, a 13 year old accuser in Des Moines, revival fund drive in West Liberty, a section hand killed in Lehigh, bricklayers in Calar Rapides resuming work, and a man struck by a Rock Island train in Cadac Rapids dying from injuries.
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George W. Nichols
Iowa
Ealing House
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Des Moines
Lucile Shirkey
Elmer Burgett
Union Christian Mission
West Liberty
Lehigh
Arthur Post
Calar Rapides
Edward Coleman
Troy
Rock Island
Yeatorday
L Moorning
Iceland Abolishes Prohibition in Wine Measure
A Reykjavik dispatch reports Iceland’s parliament repealed prohibition and adopted a law permitting sale and consumption of wine. The move marks a contrast with earlier prohibition experiments in other nations.
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Genoa Conference Hopes Tied to Soviet Influence
Rica dispatch to Daily Express says the Soviet chief intends to use his influence to prevent the Genoa conference collapse and his health is reported fully restored.
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Rica
Daily Express
Payne Withdraws as Kendall Faces Unopposed June Primary
Des Moines reports W C Payne withdraws from the Republican Governor race leaving Kendall unopposed in the June primaries. The move clears the field for Kendall while Payne had collected nomination blanks in several sections of the state.
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AP Directors Reelect Officers and Executives
The Associated Press board re-elected officers and executive committee members. Names listed include President Frank B. Noyes, Vice Presidents Herbert Gunnison and Stuart H. Perry, Secretary Melville Stone, Treasurer J. St. Younts, and committee members Clark, Rock, A Melean, rank B. Noyes, Ochs, Rathom, and Lawson.
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Associated Press Today
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Washington Star
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Brooklyn Ragle
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Pittsburgh Dispatch
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Rank B. Noyes
Wash
Ington Star
Adolph S. Ochs
New York Times
John H H. Rathom
Providence Journal
Victor Bei Lawson
Chicigo Daily Newa
Howat and Aides Ready to Start on Year Term in Jail
The rebel leaders of Kansas coal fields, led by Alexander Howat and August Dordis, prepared to begin one year in jail for violating state industrial laws. Others arrested include John Fleming Earl Marxwell Willard Titus James McIlwraith and R B Foster with Oster held until testimony.
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Kansas Coal Felds
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Willard Titus
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R. B. Foster
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Oster
Tariff Bill Halts Bonus Measure in Senate Committee
Washington April 26 The tariff bill stalled a bonus bill in the Anance committee amid pressure on leaders for amendments. Indications pointed to several days before progress on the bonus measure. Republican committee members held talks but were blocked by a bloc seeking no further hearings on rate changes.
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Wilson to Receive Women’s Delegation
Former President Wilson will welcome delegates to the National League of Women Voters convention in Washington from his home doorstep Friday afternoon Mrs Wilson announced. The league sought to honor the former president as its delegates adjourn to Washington.
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Strikes Push U S Unemployment Toward New Peak
Washington April 26 official government estimates put unemployment near a new high with as many as 8,000,000 out of work in the United States. Strikes have increased the total after previous government actions reduced joblessness.
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Separate Peace Not Aim of Illinois Mine Owners
Chicago April 26 Dr F F O Hannold secretary of the Illinois Coal Operators Association said Illinois operators have no plan to sign a separate peace with union strikers. His remark followed Frank Farrington president of the Hanis miners statement about imminent separate state agreements.
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FF. O O. Hannold
Illinois Coal Operators’ Ociation
Illinois
Frank Farrington
Hainois
Police Investigate Mysterious Knifer in Chicago
Police probe a mysterious knife attack in Chicago where a woman slashed another face and head with a long knife. Victim Miss Evelyn Streeter is hospitalized in serious condition. witness Miss Rcreeter describes a Negro assailant who appeared at her door and fled after the attack.
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Evelyn Streeter
Blue Book Bandits Rob $16800 in Chicago Heist
Police search for the "Blue Book" bandits after they raided the stylish Chicago apartment of Samuel G. Garfield wealthy broker and stole 16800 in cash and jewelry. Authorities believe the same gang has tied up wealthy homes here and elsewhere for more than 250900 in recent months.
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Chicago
Samuel G. Garfield
Court Continuance in Spurgin Case Delays Arrest
The Warren Spurgin case, former head of a Michigan Avenue bank, was continued to allow authorities more time to locate the missing banker. Spurgin, previously a banker at Panerala, is sought by Chicago police and reported missing in Mezivo.
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Warren Spurgin
Michigan Avenue
Crus & Favingsa Bank
Authoritien Nore
Mezivo
Spurgin
Vanker
Panera
Bombs Hit Textile Mills in Unspecified Strike Shutdown
Explosions damaged two textile plants near Vantucket last night as workers at Jonckes Spinning and Crown Manlee Tu Coat Eanptoagh mills were on strike. No injuries reported.
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Jonckes Spinning Company
President-Elect of Colombia Studying American Politics
Gen Nel Ospina the president elect of Colombia travels in the United States, studying American politics to glean ideas for his incoming administration. The journey includes a planned stop in Washington where observers expect insights into governance and policy discussions.
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Nel Ospina
Republic of Colombia
America
Washington
Girl Mayor Considers Clean-Up Campaign Bid
Fairport Ohio April 26 Dr Amy Kaukonen the girl mayor may run for lieutenant governor on a clean up Ohio platform George N Oles a governor hopeful urges her as running mate on a ticket he says would be a sure winner Women statewide call for Kaukonen to join the ticket in a red hot campaign but she says she has not made definite plans yet.
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Amy Kaukonen
George N. Oles
Youngs
Iown
Ohio
Dr. Kaukonen
United Press Today
Robbery Victims in New York Tell Cops to Keep Hands Off
Owners of roughly 570000 in liberty bonds jewelry and cash from two New York robberies have asked police to stand aside and begin private investigations. Lawyers for an unknown Wall Street firm refused to provide details about the 500000 theft. Albert T R Shattuck a retired banker is traveling to France to try recover 70000 worth of goods stolen from his home weeks earlier.
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Alen
Wallistreet
Albert TR. Shattuck
Ban Et Or
France
Lere
West Schools Fire Drill Demonstrated
Pupils at West district grade schools showed discipline during a fire drill as Ira Garrahbrant the city fire inspector conducted an unannounced visit. Whitney school cleared in two minutes 450 children, Vidison in one and a half minutes with 285, and Kingsley in 60 seconds with 150. Children exited calmly with signals given and no crowding.
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Ira Gerrabrant
Whitney School
Vidison
Kingsley
Garrahbrant
Petition seeks residential restriction in Home Park Woodlawn district
A petition filed with building commissioner Ed ward Mahnke asks the city council to restrict a 12 block area between Campbell avenue and Home Park boulevard from Clough street to Orange Grove Avenue to residential use only. The district includes Mayor A. K. B. Gnagy’s home and is the largest proposed restriction yet, with 68 property owners signing the petition.
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Edward Mahnke
Home Park
Woodlawn
Campbell Avenue
Home Park Boulevard
Clough Street
Orange Grove Avenue
A. K B. Gnagy
Minors Targeted in Cigarette Sale Prosecutions
Two Waterloo defendants faces charges of illegal cigarette sales to minors. State agent C O C McCoy and county attorney W L A French filed information against G F E Mitchell and W C Jenkyn. Officials warn licenses may be revoked and heavy fines imposed for violations.
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C. OC. McCoy
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French County
G. F E. Mitchell
W.C. Jenkyn
McCor
Black Hawk
Easter Egg Candies Kill Tama Youngster
Funeral services were held Monday for Charles timer Tims, the younger son of Mr and Mrs 14 G Tims, who died Saturday after a two week illness. His illness was caused by eating highly colored Easter candies and a local physician and specialist were consulted. He was a loved boy, admired and well liked in the town.
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Charles Timer Tims
G. Tims
Charins
Urges No Vote to Illiterate Movements
St. Louis April 26. Former vice president Thomas H. Marshall argues against illiteracy in a public address. He says citizens must read write and speak English to be American and warns against church state alliances while defending democracy and individual conscience.
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Thomas H. Marshall
United Stabtes
Allied Packers Expand Chicago Plant Acquisition
Allied Packers Inc. announced the purchase of Western Packing & Provision Co. in Chicago, strengthening a network stretching from Topeka Kansas to Richmond Virginia. The transfer takes effect May 1, enlarging the firm’s ability to compete in the Chicago territory. President John A. Hawkinson said the move follows the firm’s 17 year growth from a small operation.
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Allied Packers, Inc
Chicago Packers
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Allied Packers
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Richmond
John A. Hawkinson
Elis Company
Madalynne Says She Won't Send For Ralph Again
Madalynne Obenchain awaiting trial for John Belton Kennedy's murder comments from Evanston Illinois that she will not send for her ex husband Ralph Obenchain to return to Los Angeles. She says Ralph does not want to be there.
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Madalynne Obenchain
John Belton Kennedy
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Ralph
Madalynne
Canners in Session Plan Unified Action
Twenty five representatives of the tanning industry of Iowa and Nebraska met at Hotel Russell Lamson today. Plans are under way for united action that will benefit the canning trade. The sessions were all closed.
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Nebraska
Russell- Lamson
United Action
Atgstons
Moonshine Still and Hooch Seized in Bluff Street Raid
A homemade hooch still and a gail were captured in a raid at 2 p.m. today on Bluff Street 12138. A warrant is out for the owner of the counterband outfit. Detective Ralph Davis directed the operation.
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Ralph Davis
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