In the Spotlight of TODAY'S News Complications Rise in Foreign Affairs
A turbulent slice of international affairs dominates debates in Congress and the White House as the United States navigates tensions in the China, Mexican, and Nicaraguan fronts. Panamanian treaty dissent and uprisings spur mass meetings, while debates on the cruiser program intensify. Willie Hoppe regains billiards supremacy as political skirmishes unfold over hats, costumes, and state funding amid preparations for the inaugural hall.
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Looking Back 23 Years on Wright Brothers Flight
A 1968 retrospective notes that in 1903 December 17 the Wright brothers achieved powered flight, yet that milestone was scarcely noted in major year end sums. It argues that history often honors events later, while immediate coverage focuses on daily politics and pensions.
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Review of Reviews
Literary Digest
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Review of Review
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Senate
Hearan
Massachusetts
Gorman
Maryland
Foraker
Republcan
Ohio
Roosevelt
Panama
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Tanterary Digest
Nebraska
United States
Dietrich
Wrights
Banks Grant Vet Loans Reported by Banks Nationwide
Washington DC January 8 an INS report says banks across the country are issuing veterans loans and certificates of eligibility. Frank Files head of the veterans bureau informed President Coalidgs that about 1 400 banks have made loans totaling nearly 1 900 000 dollars.
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Ac iMate
Frank Files
Bareau
Coalidgs
Liles
Paper Delivery Notice Requires Early Calls
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 6 30 o clock to avoid service error by the carrier. If you fail to receive your paper by that time please phone 510. A copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p m.
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Former Interior Secretary Tall In Critical Condition
El Paso Texas reports former secretary of the interior Elbert B. Tall has pneumonia since December 26 and is in very critical condition. He has grown weaker despite treatment with stimulants. complications have led to a relapse and spreading pneumonia threatening heart action. Family remains watchful, but optimism is limited.
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Ibert B. Tall
Secretary of the Interior
H. T. Safford
Leeb Leopold Jury Fails to Reach Verdict in Ream Case
Joliet Illinois March term pause as jury deliberates 24 hours on Charles Reyo’s $100000 suit against Nath an Leopold and Richard Leeb over alleged ditmaping and mutilation. Jurors report eight to four split, four jurors doubt plaintiff can identify defendants alleged assailants.
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Charles Reyo
Nathan Leopold
Richa Leeb
Enm
Jain
Ream
Long Low and Fast Car Styles at 1927 Auto Show
New York notes the twenty seventh annual National Automobile Show opening this afternoon reveals long, low, closed cars built for speed. About three hundred makes display models with compact, powerful engines designed to reel off miles at high speeds, reflecting a trend toward affordability for buyers who can afford new machines in 1927.
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New York
Antomo
Niles
Coal Strike Threat Said to Be Remote
Washington reports the possibility of a coal strike in the bituminous fields after the Jacksonville agreement expires on March 6 is regarded as remote by administration circles. Government officials indicate talks will occur before negotiations for a new usage agreement, with confidence that the new scale will be reached after disputes without a strike.
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NSI
Jacksonville
Eight Bank Claims Ordered Paid by State Fund
Spencer Tenn January 4 Judge F C Davidson approved eight bank claims against the state sinking fund. The claims arose from public deposits in closed banks and will be paid by the state under the Brookhart Lovrien law. Announcement came from County Attorney W Baldwin.
Chinese Concession Calm Amid Troop Withdrawals
Riots ease as Cantonese authorities agree to pull troops and pickets from the British concession under joint policing by British and foreign concessions. Reports say Chinese soldiers looted as unrest surged from Hankow to Wukang, with foreign residents evacuated and gunboats ferrying refugees. Admiral Williams sails from Manila aboard the Pittsburgh to Shanghai, delivering arms for Hankow as ships prepare for possible action.
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Divorced Man Afraid to Remarry in Des Moines
Des Moines, Aug. 8. Howard was freed today from marriage and says his greatest wish is to stay single. After a decree was granted he was asked about remarriage and replied, Once enough, your honor. One wife shot me once in an argument over my paycheck and I do not want more risks. Ten other divorces were granted yesterday.
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Howard
Wartime Greek Premier Kalogeropoulos Dies in Athens
Nikolas Kalogeropoulos veteran Greek statesman and former premier, war minister and finance minister, dies at Athens on June 8. He led the cabinet from September 1916 during the war and later formed another government. In France Tarbes reports an earthquake in the Brisses Pyrenees area with no damage beyond an old bridge collapse.
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Weather outlook for central plains and Mississippi valley
Weather outlook for January 16 to 15 inclusive covers upper Mississippi and Missouri valleys and northern and central Great Plains. Occasional precipitation in northern portions, with mostly fair to warm southern portions through the period. Temperatures near seasonal norms with moderate variation.
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Democrats Fight to Seat Wilson Contest Vare Guilty of Vote Frauds
Democrats plan an aggressive contest to seat William J. Wilson, Democrat, as Pennsylvania senator, alleging fraud in William S. Vare’s election. A Senate inquiry into Philadelphia precincts may reverse the result, boosting Wilson and altering control of the Senate. Independent Nebraska Senator Norris has pushed a private inquiry and urged Wilson to pursue the contest.
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Marines Guard Prohibition Propaganda Debate
In Washington the prohibition fight over using marines to guard denatured alcohol to block bootleg channels drew sharp comments from officials. Treasury official Andrewa called the demand bunk while a Captain Stayton of the wet association urged action and argued marines could aid legitimate business.
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Farm Hand Confession After Fatal Farm Fight
George I Keene a 72 year old farmer of Lime Rock Re was held without bail after confessing to killing Gunboat Smith known to have fought previously with Smith. Keene said he struck Smith in the chin and eyes on Monday night near Keene’s farm and claimed to have broken his neck during the attack.
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Rogers Hornsby Signs Two Year Giants Contract
Rogers Hornsby today signed a two year contract to play second base and captain for the New York Giants. He received a raise from his St. Louis salary of about 40,000 dollars per year. Hornsby, who led St. Louis to a pennant and world championship, previously refused terms with the Cardinals and was traded to New York in a deal involving Frank Frisch and Jimmy Ring. He expressed satisfaction with the Giants offer and look forward to playing under John J. McGraw.
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Fire destroys house with $1000 kept by farmer
Jake Baston of Osgood withdraws $1000 and hides it in a glass jar at his home. While the family was away the house burns down and the money is lost with the dwelling. The incident follows a wave of bank closings rattling confidence in banks in Palo Alto County.
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Palo Alto
Jake Baston
Boston
McCook Family Welcomes Second Child This Year
In McCook Nebraska on January 5, 1926 a boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Alexander. On that date in the current year a second son arrived, prompting Mrs. Kern to plan a single birthday celebration for both boys despite two children.
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Alexern
Kern
Altho
High Society hit by chickenpox outbreak in Chicago
A chickenpox epidemic in Chicago affects prominent social circles. reports indicate several cases among public and private school attendees while the illness appears concentrated among well known residents. No widespread spread beyond these circles is confirmed.
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Segally
Tension Grows Over Mexican Land Law Enforcement
In Mexico City tense relations with the United States rise as new alien land ownership rules take effect and the Thames government signals strict enforcement. Arthur Schoenfeld of the American embassy plans to depart for Washington to brief President Coolidge and Secretary Kellogg.
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United States
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Jin. Wl
Apnroaele Thames
Arthur Schoenfeld
Washington
Coolidge
Kellogg
Chaplin Sues Over Life Story Articles in Pictorial Review
Charlie Chaplin files a $500,000 damage suit against the Publishing Company over Life Story series by Jon Tully in Pictorial Review. He alleges the articles contain false statements. Tully, in Los Angeles, helped gather material during eight months with Chaplin’s production start.
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Charlie Chaplin
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Los Angeles
Nice Weekend Forecast Promised by Weatherman
Des Moines reports a snowy night in central sections followed by a return of springlike weather. Forecasters, who hedged yesterday, now promise continued moderate temperatures through the weekend.
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Youth Who Steal Cop Car Fined $100
In Des Moines, a young man who stole a police car was fined $100 after a drunken driving charge. The court dismissed the car theft charge when he explained his wife was ill and he needed at home to care for her.
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Scouting Fleet Sets Sail for Winter Maneuvers
The battleship Texas, flagship of Vice Admiral Robertson, leads a scouting fleet of 0 ships with 60 planes, ordered to steam from Chesapeake to suban waters for the annual winter maneuvers today.
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Short Interviews On Middle Block Street Crossings
Charles C. MacKay comments on pedestrian safety and mixed signals. He argues for mid block crossings between intersections to reduce conflicts with turning traffic, noting current signals leave pedestrians vulnerable and cars may hit pedestrians when turning.
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Read Bewildered by White House Spokesman Identity
Senator Read, Democrat of Missouri, confessed confusion over the White House spokesman in a debate on the Nicaragua situation. He cited newspaper clippings including the Washington Post and questioned whether the president himself would speak after the official spokesman finished.
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Disappearance of Carl Stutsman Jr Explained
Des Moines authorities and Carl Stutsman Sr. clarified the mystery of the youth's absence. The son decided to go to Chicago to work rather than return to the University, ending fears he had vanished after not returning from Christmas vacation.
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Wilson's Summer White House Burns
Damaged text reports the former president Wilson used a summer White House that burned today. Fire caused extensive ruin and damages were estimated at about 1 million dollars.
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Finds New Costly Day in His Garage
A garaged car mystery ends with a pricey discovery as a resident reports a high value automobile missing then found in the same space. Police are notified as investigators review the scene and the circumstances surrounding the discovery.
New Speaker Named in Des Moines House
Des Moines Republican caucus named LL Carter of Hardin county as speaker designate for the forthcoming legislative session opening Monday. Carter led over Dr L Wolfe of Linn county, who opposed road bonds and favored a pay as you go plan. Wolfe received 30 votes to Carter’s 62 with scattered support for other candidates. Carter has long served in the house and helped steer budgeting and state bureaus. Mathues was chosen speaker pro tem and Gustafson as clerk. Other votes went toLevrien and Oliver.
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