Maughan Flies Again After Near Miss Across Nation
Lieut. Rusell L. Maughan, forced down twice by an oil cooler leak near Rock Springs Wyoming, plans another attempt this summer to cross the United States. War Department officials support continued flights, noting weather and mechanical hurdles but hoping he may try again. Maughan recovered at a hotel in Rock Springs and prepared for further repairs before a potential third attempt.
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Rum-Runners Face Crimp From Greed and Obstacles
A late edition survey notes shrinking rum running trade as piracy and government hurdles hinder shipments to the United States. British inspectors curb whisky smuggling while bootleggers face armed pirates and stern coast patrols on Atlantic routes.
One Gangster Killed by Police in Fight
William Morgan aged 22 was shot to death and Peter Brown alias Smiley Brown of Kansas City was wounded in a midnight gun battle with police in East St. Louis. Brown is said to be wanted in a Kansas City bank robbery probe. Two other men in the car with Morgan and Brown were injured when the vehicle crashed into a telephone post. Police found two shotguns three revolvers and a large amount of ammunition at the rear.
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Waitress Falls to Cellar in Hotel Shaft Death
In Clinton Iowa a hotel waitress died after falling through an elevator shaft from the third floor of the Lafayette hotel. Belle Wright was found unconscious at the bottom and died later at a local hospital. Her husband Frank Wright is a hotel day clerk.
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Bankers Warning to Action Seen in Minnesota Vote
The twenty first annual American Institute of Banking session closes with election of Clarence Chaney of Minneapolis as president and B W Krick of San Francisco as vice president. Next year’s meeting likely in Baltimore. John H Puelicher and Joseph Chapmen Jr refer to Minnesota election as a warning to reform groups.
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Lawn City Woman Fatally Injured When Hit by Car
Cedar Falls July 20 Mrs Christina Reisewitz 80 died at Sartori hospital after being struck by a car driven by Clyde Shomler 34 of Cedar Rapids The accident happened at Third and Main as she walked with head bent and did not see the auto The boy drove to avoid an obstruction and she was hit in the path Injuries mainly to the head were from contact with the curb The driver and car occupants were not blamed Mrs Reisewitz a German immigrant known for gardening thrift and independence arranged her own funeral with a low cost casket and service in St Johns Lutheran church She is survived by two adopted daughters Mrs Alden Quimby Cedar Falls and Mrs Anna Hahn near Allison Iowa
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Dempsey in Oil Portrait at Kansas City Exhibit
Kansas City Missouri May 26 The world heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey’s oil portrait is among 44 western art works at the Kansas City Arts Institute exhibit. Painted by Atanza Victor Lensas Seattle the piece valued at 2000 dollars is not for sale. The canvas shows Dempsey between two landscape panels titled Spring Landscape and Indian Summer in a dream effect.
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Hooded Klans in Atlanta split from national group
Klansmen in Atlanta inspiration region voted to sever ties with the national Ku Klux Klan, suspending their charter for alleged treasury pilfering and mismanagement. They declared independence and vowed not to recognize or contribute to the national organization until purge and new leadership.
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Two Fliers Die in Rantoul Field Crash
Lieut Edward Kinney of Chicago and Lieut Harold McNab of Decatur were killed at Rantoul flying field when their airplane plunged from a tail spin into a nose dive. A formal investigation by a board of officers began. Kinney, 25, survived by widow and child. McNab, 27, both commissioned during the war.
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Invasion of Port Arthur Called Off and Strike Ordered
Port Arthur Texas July 20 Invasion by W W is off and mobilization orders for troops in about a dozen states are canceled by leaders of the organization. Those en route to Port Arthur are ordered back. A general strike declared by Sliney Terry caused the switch. Bankzer awaits trial today with three companions on a vagrancy charge. Port workers are to be called out in protest against sentences of 20 members in Los Angeles a week ago.
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Smile and Popcorn Said to Aid Married Life
Zion City leader Vicbur Glenn Voliva told Chicago papers that lemonade and popcorn properly given by a devoted husband will keep a wife good. He urged husbands not to sacrifice home for work and to share a post dinner parlor moment with their spouse.
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London Dockworkers Strike Sparks Police Riot Readiness
London police in riot gear patrol dock districts as strikes threaten violence. Officials probe strike funds source, with some workers returning while others stay out. Road shortages ease after market workers resume duties, avoiding merchandise handling by strikebreakers.
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Lady Astor Liquor Bill Clears Second Reading
The House of Lords, after brief debate yesterday, unanimously passed the second reading of Lady Astor's liquor bill, which has already passed the Commons. The measure prohibits selling liquor to anyone under 18.
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Harding party in Alaska travels Cordova coast to coast
President Harding and party visit Cordova as part of the Alaska tour. The 20 mile ride along a steep, narrow trail tested nerves after a perilous earlier traverse. Mrs. Harding regains strength at sea while both race to ready for forthcoming Pacific coast dates.
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Villa killed by secretary in Chihuahua revolt
Gen Francisco Pancho Villa, longtime rebel leader, was shot at his Canutilla Durango ranch by his secretary Miguel Trillo. A battle followed with Villa loyalists and Trillo killed. reports say over 100 casualties emerged as factions fought on the ranch. Trillo formerly led Villa’s golden guards and held colonel rank.
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Rum Row U S A Mail Delivery Sparks Coast Guard Talk
July 20 New York report notes Philip Eiling park collector says friends of men on liquor luggers beyond the three mile limit taunt customs and mail service. A Scotland mail addressed to a man on a schooner in Ruta Row prompts Eiling to say coast guard patrol boats will not deliver mail there until the United States officially recognizes Rum Row U S A.
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Jeffries Denies Talk on 10 Tribes Campaign Plans
Former heavyweight champion Jeffries denies reports he will speak at a WCTU meeting to launch a world campaign to restore Palestine and unite the 10 lost tribes of Israel. He says he is not advocating religion or a creed and will not lecture on the topic.
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Courier Delivery Notice Arises for On Time Papers
The Courier should be delivered to your home before 6 30 o clock. If the carrier boy makes an error or you fail to receive your paper by that time a photo 5100 and a copy of the paper will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p m.
Tax League to Boom Banks for Governor
Officers of the Taxpayers' league in Des Moines announced at a meeting that A. J. Banks of Montour will be urged to run for governor on a dirt farmer platform. Banks has led the league for years and has farmed near Montour since 1895.
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Britain to Seek Allied Consent on Reparations Note
London dispatch reports Britain preparing a 1400 word reparations memorandum to Germany with a moderate tone. The note may urge an international committee to appraise Germany assets and call for reduced occupation forces, while delaying debts discussion. A conference of experts and allied participation are contemplated.
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Germany Contracts for American Coal
Germany has contracted for approximately 750 000 tons of American coal this year. Demand is boosted by the Ruhr occupation by French and Belgian troops which curtails local coal production.
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Clerk Jailed After Express Safe Robbery in Sioux City
Siroux City July 20 Elm er Durston 22 clerk for the American Railway Express company is in talk following the disappearance of cash from the company safe last night Police doubt his story of two bandits overpowering him and stealing the money before fleeing in Durston’s car He says the robbery occurred about 8 p m after police accompanied cash from a Hawarden bank destined for a Sioux City bank Durston claims he was at his desk when bandits sneaked up tied him and one of the bandits fired a gun but police found no bullet marks in the office.
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