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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1928
Page
9
A corrected report notes William Aller White withdrew charges about Gov. Smith and gambling, prostitution and liquor but preserves assertions on Smith's voting record. Other items show Hammill, Hoover debate sidelined, Chicago air raid bombings, and various local political notes.
Amsterdam Olympic day reports show Makinen of Finland winning bantamweight wrestling, Lloyd Hahn placed fifth in the 800 meters as Douglas Lowe defended his title. Miss Robinson of the U S set a world record in the 100 meters, Halina Konopacka of Poland broke the discus mark, Hamm’s broad jump set Olympic standards, and the U S total rose to 71 points as multiple finals produced records and strong showings.
In New Bedford Massachusetts July 236 textile strike pickets marched from police headquarters to the courthouse and were arraigned. Most defendants arrested last night when police broke picket lines at Whitman and Kilburn mills received two month jail terms. A total of 386 defendants were present with 256 in custody yesterday and 130 others whose cases had been continued. Guards kept back spectators amid past weeks of tension.
Marshalltown Se July 31. Ber Diamond veteran catcher in the Western and Three-Eye leagues takes management of the Marshalltown club in the Mississippi Valley league. He succeeds George Tomer who has been on leave from his locomotive engineer duties and is to report for duty at Perry soon. Diamond expected to appear in the Marshalltown lineup behind the plate.
Cedar Rapids report says Herbert Hoover will probably not attend the Iowa state fair during his Cedar Rapids stay next month. Congressman Gyrenus Cole announced Hoover’s Aug. 22–23 appearances will be devoted to meetings with Republican central committee and farm readers. Accommodations are planned for 150 reporters to cover Hoover’s visit to his birthplace at West Branch and to Cedar Rapids.
Altha son of the president of the United States, John Coolidge, has graduated from Amherst. President Coolidge is canvassing openings for him to work with no delay. The exact field is undecided but he will start very soon, leaving little time to enjoy Cedar Island lodge.
George E Brennan a Democratic national committee member from Illinois remains seriously ill in Chicago. Dr R G Forrester said this afternoon that doctors hold hope for recovery though condition is critical and unstable at this time.
Thirty more Broadway night club proprietors hosts and waiters were indicted today for violation of prohibition laws. One hundred thirty eight people indicted in 24 hours as part of the federal drive. Eight clubs named in new indictments bringing total to 26. Indictments by federal grand jury based on evidence from prohibition agents who have patrolled Broadway since last January. Tommy Guinan of the Chez Florence among those indicted. sister Texas Guinan and Helen Morgan indicted yesterday.
Mexico City reports Jose de Leon Toral, the man accused of killing President-elect Alvaro Obregon, awaits trial in civil court and will offer no defense. Police keep Toral relatives in custody and hold 16 nuns, while authorities seek Father Jimines Manuel Trejo who provided the pistol used in the assassination.
Des Moines advertising man Ivan Coolidge killed in a motor car accident three miles north of Harcourt. Funeral services likely tomorrow. No inquest will be held per Fort Dodge reports. Accident recurred after a rear tire blew out on the car.
Job Adolphus Edson, 78, long time president of the Kansas City Southern railroad, died after a brief illness in Long Beach California. He had led the line since 1905 and retired as president before moving to Long Beach with his wife. Edson had been connected with multiple railroad systems throughout his career.
London July 31 detailed Franco British naval compromise reaches Washington. Submarines definitely involved under global tonnage or vessel type categories. If accepted by US and others, preparatory disarmament commission may study next steps. otherwise a modified plan will be considered. Commitment is not a firm reduction but a formula of principles.
L V Jones recalls crossing the Atlantic aboard the Ryandn, a confiscated Holland-American liner turned troop ship. About six days out, a group of officers played African golf at the stern while six inch guns on the gun deck were fired, prompting fears of a torpedo strike before the crew returned with laughter.
An aerial bomb exploded at Chicago's Sportsman's Ball Park area during an Italian banquet killing Michael Ferrarra and injuring four others. The blast, heard miles away, tore through the crowd as celebrants gathered, leaving a scene of burns and terrible injuries.
Minneapolis reports Mayor Jimmy Webker of Naty planned to arrive in the Twin Cities but changed course Monday night. In a telegram to St Paul leader William J. Quinn the New York mayor said he would not reach the Twin Cities before Friday and cited a need for a brief rest.
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Verona Italy July 31 German Umberto Nobile and his companion survivors of the dirigible Italia returned to Italian soil after the expedition. A train bearing the party's special car arrived from Narvik Norway and moved toward Rome. Lieutenant Alfredo Viglieri remained at the ice camp and then joined Milan.
Des Moines reports Mayor John Mac Vicar facing a stalled dispute over alleged improper books in the city library. The library board refuses action and the PTA defers to its reading committee, with the mayor seeking PTA backing.
Baron de Buenefeld of the German trans Atlantic airplane Bremen is in serious condition after an appendicitis operation at a Berlin sanatorium. Prof. Richard Kreuger performed the operation. Officials said the condition is serious but as satisfactory as possible under the circumstances.
A Des Moines man, N. A. Brown, father of several children, was killed by a deputy sheriff during a raid on his home for alleged bootlegging. Brown was shot as he tried to escape about a block from his house. Coroner WH Wright was to hold an inquest later today. the deputy was not immediately charged.
Three people die and a fourth is injured when the steam freighter Chancellor tied up at Pier 22 in Stapleton Staten Island exploded today. The deceased are engineer William Woods, Joseph Artin, and John Durado.
Chicago and New York clashed in a shaky scoreline as Chicago tallied runs late while New York struggled. Pitches Blake Push and Hartnett led the defense with key plays as Mubbell and Hogan contributed solid support.
Superior Wis July 31 President Coolidge doubts any tariff or agricultural policy shifts at the next short session while planning to keep the government records clean. He supports Hoovers campaign indirectly by steady administration of duties. Gilmore reports harmony in Philippine relations and cites agricultural training efforts.
In July New York the Dodge Brothers stockholders ratified a plan to merge with Walter P Chrysler led Chrysler corporation creating the third largest auto company. The merger, approved by 90 percent of Dodge stock, positions the new firm with about 175 million in resources and 80 million in working capital, capable of 700000 cars and trucks annually. The Baltimore meeting marks the largest consolidation in U.S. auto manufacturing, placing the new entity beside General Motors and Ford.
Washington July 31 Farm prices remain above last year though no rise in the past 30 days acting Secretary of Agriculture Dunlap announced. The index stood 143 on July 15 versus prewar 100 and two years ago 130. Meats and poultry rose seven points cotton eight points. grains down ten. vegetables and fruits fell. Hogs up 11 percent from June 13 to July 13. sheep down 4 percent and lambs down 7 percent. Corn did not seasonally advance, staying near May levels.
Cordova Alaska July 1 421 Frank Anderson 23 whose parents reside in Des Moines was drowned in Buak lake in attempting to rescue his wife after their boat overturned Mrs Anderson was subsequently saved Gasoline up one cent Chicago July 31 U P The Standard Oil company of Indiana announced that effective tomorrow morning the price of gasoline and kerosene in its entire territory will be raised one cent a gallon
Berlin reports a plan by National Peasant leaders to place Queen Marie as ruling queen or regent, with Michael named successor. If Marie becomes queen regent she would rule in Michael's name, altering the throne temporarily. The six year old king’s status could be changed as negotiations unfold.
Des Moines reports a committee chair George Peek delays their inquiry into Gov. Joan Hammill's stance on Herbert Hoover. Peek’s group invites the governor to convene a conference of executives from represented states for a decisive position on Hoover. Hammill is away in Colorado until his return.
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