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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1924

Page

8

Democrats Likely to Go Far Naming Complete Ticket

Washington dispatch outlines remaining Democratic hopefuls for president and vice presidency, including Gov Charles Bryan of Nebraska, Sen Royal Copeland of New York, and ex Gov James M Cox of Ohio. It notes Bryan's independence, Copeland's extensive affiliations, and Baker's planned push for Cox, with emphasis on party balance and possible ticket dynamics.

Cox James M. Cox Ohio Washington Newton D. Baker Baker Martin Invincible San Felice Cigars

Courier delivery by 5 30 each day clarified

The notice states that The Courier should be delivered to homes before 5 30 p.m. If a paper is not received by that time due to carrier error or other cause, readers should phone 5100. any copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p.m.

Fall of the Kiyoura cabinet shocks Tokyo political scene

Japan’s Kiyoura cabinet dissolved amid riot scenes as Premier Viscount Keigo Kiyoura faced ministerial arrests and flight. Prince Regent Hirohito accepted the resignation after a cabinet session, with Viscount Kato often named as a possible successor and tensions rising over U S exclusion laws and the China demands era.

Kiyoura Diat Keigo Kiyoura Railways Kenjiro Komatsu Rentaro Misuno Kakuichi Murakami Marine Senshi Egi Duke W. Parry Tokio Hirohito Asaka Palace Orediocely Viscount Kato Lemi Saionji Count Hirata United States America Japan United States Congress Takaaki Kato Kato China Kento Baron Shidehara Washington

British government may settle subway employes strike

London June 7. The British labor government intervened in the Red strike that halted most of London’s subway network. A plenary strike committee was created to handle the revolt against union leaders who opposed the walkout. Premier McDonald empowered the panel to take necessary steps. Leonard Akehurst said the strike was more successful than ever and could spread to other cities. The press largely backs the government, with The Daily Herald noted as neutral.

United Press London McDonald Leonard Akehurst Herisi

Albanian assembly president reportedly murdered in Tierna

Telegraph briefs report the Albanian national assembly president murdered by insurgents at Tierna. In Washington Coolidge says the Republican convention should decide the vice presidential nomination and he will not dictate the running mate. Vienna closes the third International Trade Union congress with resolutions to improve unionism. Valencia hosts arrival of the Italian king and queen for a state visit to Spain.

Milan Italy Albanian National Assembly Tierna Washington D. C Coolidge Republican National Convention Nomines Vienna Third International Trade Union Congress Valencia Spain

14 Bodies Recovered After Coal Mine Explosion

Wilkesbarre Pa June 7 Rescue workers recovered 14 bodies from the Loomis colliery of the Alden Coal Company near here and continued searching the mine. More than 49 men were working in the bottom vein when an explosion believed caused by a large pocket of mine gas wrecked the level yesterday.

Wilkesbarre Loomis Alden Coal Company

Franks Case Thrills Washington Crowd

The murder of 3 year old Robert Franks and the confession by Nathan Leopold Jr and Richard Loeb drew Washington attention on June 7 as James Davis, secretary of labor, noted the case rivaled political conventions in public interest. Davis said he would use it in his Mooseheart address.

Chicago Robert Franks Nathan Leopold, Jr Richard Loeb Washington James Davis Labor Mooseheart Ill Davis

Prof Pearson Sails for Post in Poland

Dr Alfred J Pearson a 17 year Drake University language professor and Lutheran Brotherhood of America secretary sailed from New York with his wife and daughter Elaine to become American minister to Poland. He will be stationed in Warsaw and the appointment was announced by President Coolidge. Elaine will pursue her studies at the University of Warsaw.

Des Moines Alfred J. Pearson Drake University Lutheran Brotherhood of America New York Elaine Poland Warsaw Coolidge University of Warsaw

OU Company Sues Towan for $150000

The Wyoming firm Lewis & Clark Oil & Gas Co. of Greybull sues Noah Williams of Grave, Iowa, in federal court, claiming $150,000 in damages for breach of prospecting and development duties on oil leases in Washakie County. Williams, reputed millionaire landowner, allegedly failed to drill and develop as agreed.

Noah Williams Ida Grave Lewis & Clark Oil & Gas, Co Greybull Wro Wyoming Company Williams Washakle County Wio

Destroyer Bussner Sent to Guard Durazzo

Washington June 7 The United States destroyer Bussner has been sent to Durazzo Albania to protect American lives and property during the revolution there Navy Department announced today.

Washington, D. C Bussner Durazzo Albania Navy Department

Weather Outlook for Washington Week Begin June Seventh

Weather outlook for Washington week starting Monday forecasts showers in the upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys at the start and again after Wednesday with temperatures near or slightly below normal for the period.

Washington, D. C Mississippi Lower Missouri

Japanese Vandals Stage Anti American Dance Hall Outburst

In Tokyo on Saturday night, about 30 ronin disrupted the Imperial Hotel dance floor shouting anti American slogans and drawing swords. Two American women fainted as demonstrations urged deportation and a boycott of American goods and movies. Police did not intervene and organizers claimed the act was part of a broader plan to expel Americans.

Associated Press Tokio Mde International New Wire Japan Congress Altho Tative Ca A“ Forward Association Raois Empire Notion Pictures

Daugherty Inquiry to Take Vacation

Senate investigation of former attorney general Daugherty's conduct at the department of justice neared a temporary close as the committee denied charades by the former official. Hearings may resume in summer if Attorney General Stone approves witnesses the panel seeks to summon.

Washington, D. C Senate Daugherty Department of Justice Ereeral Stone

Paris Counsellor Bids Tar Roads Halt Over Cancer Claim

Paris counselor Jousselin argues tarred roads cause cancer citing rising municipal cancer cases. He claims tar exposure hits workers hardest and demands immediate stop to road tarring by the Department of the State.

Paris

Iowa's Dry Nominees For Congress in All Districts

Associated Press reports Iowa's 1910 primary results show every Republican and Democratic congressional nominee is a dry. The Antisaloon League notes strong dry support across districts, with defeated wet candidates in the Eleventh and Second districts and a large church turnout influencing outcomes.

Associated Press Des Moines Iowa Congress Lowa Lews Antisaloon League Whe Gue Krockhart Sleventh Shera Vety Short Sioux City Boles Harry Hull Judge Letts Smith Uroolhart J.D. Buser

Detour to Dubuque Advised to Avoid Masonville

Motorists heading to Dubuque for Sunday baseball are urged to avoid Masonville via Grant highway. Follow east four and a half miles then north on No 4 road to the old highway, then east to Dubuque. One six mile stretch may be rough. work is ongoing.

Dubuque Masonville Delaware County Morris Independence

Des Moines Lawyer Indicted for Mortgage Frauds

Des Moines June 7. Richard I Halverson, a local attorney, indicted by the Polk county grand jury for uttering a forged instrument. He faces arraignment before Judge W G Bonner. True bills were returned against 24 persons. Halverson allegedly obtained over 120000 through fraudulent farm mortgage schemes. He remains in the county jail as other officials and groups probe his methods for possible disbarment.

Des Moines Richard i. Halverson Polk County Grand Jury W. G. Bonner Halverson Wallingford har + sociation

Hard Working Tailor Offers to Sub for Leopold on Gallows

A letter from Curt Geissler of Milwaukee offered to substitute for Nathan Leopold Jr. or Richard Loeb on the gallows if his heirs could receive $1,000,000. The piece stated the tailor would be hung when legally required, and noted such substitution is not legally possible. Authorities dismissed the claim as nonexistent under any nation’s law.

Leopold Associated Press Chicago Curt Geissler Milwaukee Wis Nathan Leopold, Jr Richard Loeb Robert Franks Morgan Caltins Loeb Huaig P. S Joseph P. Savage

Man's Arm Torn Off in Factory Shafting Accident

Lyman Roosa 21 foreman at Pioneer Manufacturing 1001 Newell St severely injured when a belt on a lathe pulled him into a rotating shaft. His left arm was torn off, he bled heavily, and surgeons amputated the arm. condition critical. Roosa, son of MAL Roosa, lived five miles from the plant amid old Mallaible Ironworks. Police and ambulances responded but Roosa was already removed to St Francis Hospital.

Lyman Roost Pioneer Manufacturing Company Newell Street Roosa Lla Ody Wol Dawson St. Francis Lyman Roosa Mal Roosa Ife la Porte Road Mallavble Ironworks

Spencer Filibuster Delays Oil Probe Report Approval

Washington June 7 Senator Spencer of Missouri obstructed the oil probe report written by Walsh Montana prosecutor and approved by the oil committee. He filed a petition to prevent consideration and claimed the floor amid exchanges with other senators as the session neared end.

Spencer Associated Press Washington, D. C Walsh Montana Missouri Sinclair Doheny Albert BR. Fall Keenine

Californians Back Hoover for Vice President Role

Chicago June 7 Herbert Hoover secretary of commerce was advanced as a vice presidential possibility when William W. Crocker of San Francisco head of the California delegation to the Cleveland convention said the California delegation favored Hoover. He noted California backs Coolidge for president and stated no VP candidate would be chosen until Hoover’s plans were known.

Chicago Herbert Hoover Commerce William W. Crocker San Francisco California Cleveland Hoover Coolidge Crocker

Three Boys Die From Gas Jet In Bedroom

Three brothers aged 13 John Stanley and Joseph Oleksy were found lifeless in their Chicago bedroom as gas from an Owen Jet flooded the room. The cause of the jet’s opening remains unexplained. Also noted are postponed baseball games Cedar Rapids Burlington and Marshalltown Moline due to rain.

Chicago John Stanley Joseph Oleksy Burlington Cedar Rapids Marshalltown Marshalltown-Moline

Defense Promised for Leopold and Loeb in Kidnapping Case

Chicago June 7. Fathers of Nathan Leopold Jr and Richard Loeb pledge to provide the defense that every human being is entitled to for their sons. The two millionaire youths are indicted for kidnapping for ransom and the murder of Robert Franks, a schoolboy son of another millionaire.

Chicago Nathan Leopold, Jr Richard Loeb Millonatres Robert Franks Millanatra Slnyers Nathan Leopold Albert Loeh

Senate Will Watch Campaign Expenses

Washington June 7 The senate authorized a committee to sit during the campaign and investigate expenditures of presidential and vice presidential candidates, congress, and federal offices. The resolution by Senator La Follette created a Borah chaired panel with members Borah Jones Faraway Bayard Shipstead Palmer labor. The resolution was later amended to exclude House candidates from the inquiry.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Senate Congress Senaté la Follette Wisconsin Lodge Massachusetts Borah Idaho Jones Washington Faraway Arkansas Bayard Jelware Shipstead Minnesota Palmer-Labor Reed Missouri Ater House

Rich, Retired Iowa Merchant Pays Love Balm in California

In Los Angeles California on June 7 suits filed in superior court against Amos Peasley Spencer a 77 year old retired Iowa merchant and several of his relatives and business assistants by Mrs Clara Boll Lessig were settled out of court. Lessig widow sought damages totaling 302000 in two suits one for breach of promise to marry the other alleging arrest on an insanity petition ruined their wedding plans. Settlement amount not disclosed.

Los Angeles Cal Amos Peasley Spencer Telfred Towa Merchant Clara Bol Lessig Townses Spencer Causio

Millerand Again Seeks Premier Amid French Deadlock

Paris June 7 The French government faces renewed deadlock as President Millerand plans to name a premier after talks with M Steeg and other leaders. He believes parliamentary opinion supports resisting the left’s interdiction and radical calls to starve the government by withholding funds. Opponents may move to require an uninterrupted chamber session until a ministry reflecting May eleventh election will is formed.

Associated Press Paris Millerand M. Steeg

Congress Brings Early Session for Calendar Clean Up

Washington June 7 The Senate refused a Hoch resolution to curb railroad freight rates on farm products but adopted a House measure enabling surplus views in excess of quotas. The day featured rapid signing of major bills by President Coolidge, and Congress opening an early session to finish business including reclamation provisions and a 35 cent wheat export bounty.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Cou-Gress Senate House Western State College of Colorado Rocky Mountain Congress Farm Bloc Bursman Bil Agriculture Norbeck Republican South Dakota Thea Conference Shipstead Farmer Labor Minnesota Commerce Finance Walsh Montana Interstate Commerce Commission DHL Mississippi Valley

Also Mentioned on This Page

Litte White House Meredith Mark Sullivan McAdoo Gov. Smith Senator Ralston Indiana Smith Kevicmbeen Bryan Charles Bryan Nebraska W. J Charlie Copeland Royal S. Copeland University of Michigan Hospital University of Michigan Ann Arbor Board of Education Flower Hospital Medical College Hytan Hearst Coneland Subway Prof. Pearson OU Company Towan U. S Antisaloon League Foreman Pioneer Manufacturing Company Owen Committee of Five Rich Gov't Ebslatie WE Tuoutatt War Finance Corporation Senator Gooding Gooding Foster Interior Army Bureau of Engraving Harding Hauge Colu
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