Tragic Rock Slide Kills Waterloo Teen at McGregor Park
Ruth Miller 18 of Waterloo is crushed when a mud and rock slide at McGregor Park, Iowa, buries her and two companions during a picnic. Owen Hitchins escapes unharmed. 12 year old David Schuidg dies nearby. Ruth, native Waterloo girl and West High graduate, is survived by parents and many siblings. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Miller residence.
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Glass Sure of Resolutions Chair Victory Hinted
Report from San Francisco dated June 28 says Senator Glass of Virginia is believed to hold enough votes to be elected chairman of the resolutions committee. Senator Harrison of Mississippi notes several votes to spare, while Senator Walsh of Montana backs opposition and disputes the lead. The resolutions committee plans to meet after today’s convention session to settle the contest quickly.
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Harris dies at Jesup after 50 years’ residence
Jesup Iowa June 28 Flagel W Harris longtime Jesup creamery operator died at his home after weeks of illness He was born in Massachusetts 79 years ago Surviving are widow and two daughters Mrs Mary Bunnell and Mrs Julia Stevenson The funeral Wednesday at 2 30 p m at Baptist church
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Harding Enjoys Relaxation and Golf on Delaware River
Senator Harding Republican presidential nominee rests at the Frelinghuysen country home and plans a day of golf and luncheon at Shawnee-on-the-Delaware with Senators Frelinghuysen Halas and Kellogg before returning to Washington.
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Woman dies after being jerked from interurban car
Margaret Mathers, 38, died from a skull fracture after she was pulled from the rear of a Mason City Clear Lake interurban car on a Saturday night. She stood on the platform with her parents when the vehicle stopped abruptly at the city edge and she fell to the tracks.
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Fullam Backs Sims in Navy Reform Probe
Rear Admiral Fullam defended Admiral Sims against charges by Decker and said the navy was unprepared at entry to World War I. He testified before the Senate committee, asserting truth and supporting organizational reform and preparedness. He noted his role on Roosevelt's commission and his duty to country and navy.
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Rochester
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Sims
Benton C. Decker
Seventh Naval District
Daniels
Fullam
Senate
Roosevelt
Two Thousand POWs Drowned in Neva River Sinking
A Helsingfors dispatch reported by Central News says a bolshevik steamer sunk on the Neva river resulted in the drowning of about 2,000 prisoners of war from Britain Austria Germany and Finland. Reuters Stockholm corroboration notes 2,000 repatriated prisoners aboard at time of sinking June 6.
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London
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Helsingfors
Central News
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Stockholm
Two Killed and One Fatally Injured by Dryer Explosion
Pottsdam New York June 28 William C Walsh 32 president and general manager of Valeweld Tire and Rubber Co and James A Maney 32 general superintendent were killed early today by the explosion of a dryer Frank Walsh the presidents brother lost an arm and suffered other injuries which may prove fatal Fumes had troubled workmen for days and the trio went to the plant before the day shift to work on fumes removal when an overheated dryer's door was opened speeds set off gases and caused the blast
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Associated Press
Pottsdam
William C. Walsh
Valeweld Tire & Rubber Co
James A. Maney
Frank Walsh
Gas price ordinance cuts city gas rate in Des Moines
Des Moines city council passed an ordinance setting gas at $1.01 per thousand feet with a June 28 effective date. The rate is four cents below the previous charge and thirty-five cents below the petitioned rate sought in federal court. City officials say no court hearing will be needed.
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Investment in Baby Fund Sure to Bring Returns Many Fold
A distressed mother pleads for help to cool milk for her 15 month old, Jimmie, who cannot thrive without sweet milk. She notes a warm basement, insufficient ice, and limited water as heat worsens her children’s condition. Visiting nurses will allocate funds prudently. checks can be mailed to the Courier counting room.
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Bryan plank proposes anti profiteering measures in party platform
Drafts from Pacific coast Rocky Mountain delegates urge federal and state commissions to curb profiteering. They seek penalties on corporate officers for extortion and require disclosure of cost and price, plus limits on interdependent sales. Proposals also push federal aid for reclamation and education.
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Bank Robbery Foiled by Dog in Morrison Ta
Murglars attempted to rob Farmers Bank of Morrison last night through a cellar and rear door. They waited to breach the vault but fled after a barking dog drew the homeowner outside. Bloodhounds were ordered from Waterlon to track the amateur burglars.
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Germany vows to honor Versailles terms under Fehrenbach
Berlin reports Chancellor Fehrenbach outlines the government program in the Reichstag. He pledges to reduce the army to the level needed for internal order and to fulfill disarmament and reparations, arguing delays come from adversaries and not bad faith.
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Konstantin Fehrenbach
Reichstag
Germany
Versailles
Jts International
Profiteering Charge Against Anthracite Operators Heard
W Jett Lauck former War Labor Board secretary and now UWA economist testified at the anthracite commission in Scranton on wage demands. He cited a 99 percent profit rise 1912-18 vs 42 percent production rise 1912-14 and a 69.7 percent gain for seven operators with net income rising to 55.5 million from 29.3 million.
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Ask Endorsement Legion Bonus Plan for Democratic Endorsement
San Francisco delegates from the American Legion moved to press for a Democratic party endorsement of a four way bonus plan. The plan offers veteran benefits including life insurance, home aid, vocational education, or cash. Richard Jones chaired the Washington delegation with Maj. Bennett Clark Coil Harry Robertson named to present the plank to the resolutions committee.
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Missouri
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Coil
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Tennessee
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Spokane
Wash
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Dark horse gains in Democratic Derby big three contest
San Francisco June 28 delegates to the Democratic national convention opened with Homer S. Cummings delivering the keynote. McAdoo’s possible candidacy stirs debate as Palmer Cox and others seek to influence early ballots amid prohibition questions and platform drafting.
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Texas
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Brass bands greet delegates at Democratic convention opening
In San Francisco on June 28 delegates gather for opening preliminaries led by Vice Chairman J. B. Kremer. The hall features a pipe organ, false ceiling, and decor, with leaflets on Irish freedom and other causes distributed among attendees. Bryan reportedly supports a League of Nations plan acceptable to administration forces.
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Spirit of Contest Opens at Democratic Convention
Delegates and spectators fill the San Francisco hall as the Democratic convention opens with clashes over prohibition and the League of Nations. McAdoo supporters push a candidacy while Cox and Palmer factions jockey for early ballots amid questions about a divorce story resurfacing. Robinson may become permanent chairman as Bryan endorses him.
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Murphy trial postponed to July 30 in Enright murder case
Chicago date reports that state representatives Big Tim Murphy and others Mike Carrozza and Vincenzo Cosmano have the murder case of Maurice Moss Enright put over until July 30 at the state’s request to preserve adverse evidence.
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