Democrats Question Coolidge Episode's Political Impact
Washington dispatch argues the senate's veto override reshapes party fortunes. Democrats seek to pin risk on Republicans while mulling Cleveland platform stance and executive leadership. It notes a bipartisan mood of reckless spending and mounting appropriations, with Lodge and Brand cited amid the bonus controversy.
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Publisher Proposes Sympathy but Opposes Japanese Immigration
Thomas Trees of the Sinais State Register in Springfield voiced sympathy for Japan's expansion needs but opposed relaxing immigration laws. After touring the Far East he cited unresolved issues in the Philippines and Hawaii and argued Americans should exclude Japanese footholds while cooperating with Japan on shared problems of overcrowding and population growth.
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Reds in Ruhr Stir Miners to Violence
In the Ruhr region on May 31, communist patrols intensified coal mine picketing and used force to block workers from entering pits. Over 600,000 miners remained idle as clashes erupted, with police called to Bochum Langendochum and Mars to quell violence during strike actions instigated by young communists.
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Philadelphia Pants Fight Sparks Campus Clash With Police
In Philadelphia on May 21, about 700 University of Pennsylvania students confronted police after a false fire alarm led to a clash. A dozen students were detained and 26 injured as officers grappled with the crowd before the annual pants fight proceeded.
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No Frost Reported Across Iowa Statewide May 21
Des Moines reports no frost to the weather bureau this morning across any part of Iowa. Officials say no frost was heavy enough to damage crops though a light frost tonight remains possible.
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New Trial Likely for Allis Family Members
Milwaukee May 21 The two members of the millionaire Allis family face a likely new trial after Amber Allis won a verdict of 50 000 for alienating her husband's affections. Louis Allis and Mrs Margaret vis are to pay 27500 each. eight other family members were dismissed for lack of evidence. a written report was requested by the court.
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Purloined Daugherty Hearings Denounce DOJ Agents
Washington May 21 reports from the Daugherty committee reveal that Justice Department representatives spied on members and witnesses in the Wheeler case. Witnesses described a large undercover operation tracking Means and other figures, including female operatives, with informants in Palm Beach and unnamed towns. The testimony alleges plans to undermine committee members through surveillance and targeted investigations.
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Paper delivery deadline notice and contact numbers
The Courier should be delivered at your home before 5 20 or clonk. If through error of the carrier boy or other cause you fail to receive your paper by that time, please phone 5100 and a copy of the paper will be sent. Phone calls must reach this office before 6 30 p.m.
Faulty Gas Jet Blamed for Three Overcome in Room
Des Moines on May 21 a faulty gas jet caused three people to be overcome in a room. Ella Dwarf age 80 near death and in serious condition at home. Charles Pelton age 60 semiconscious in hospital. Sash Smith age 60 taken to hospital suffering gas effects.
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Congress in Washington Reviews Tax Bills and Hearings
In Washington today the Senate and House tax measures face committee actions as hearings begin. The House Judiciary resumes the beer bill hearing while Commerce plans a rate legislation hearing and the American Institute of Architects holds its 57th annual convention. Senate Foreign Relations opens world court talks. Agriculture proceeds with irrigation notes and various committees conduct hearings on elections and shipping board inquiries.
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Fire damages Schlegel Drug store in Davenport business district
A fire caused fifteen thousand dollars in damage to the Schlegel Drug company store in Davenport on May 21. The blaze started behind the prescription counter and gutted the chemical room before quickly spreading through the shop, damaging the premises and threatening the entire business block.
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Bridal Couple Has Plenty Descendants
Oakland on May 21 reports William Wells 73 and Mary Al Little of Richmond married yesterday. Mrs Wells is 65 and boasts thirty grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren. Wells 71, father of four children, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
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Keokuk Man Victim Denied in Hoof and Mouth Death
Keokuk resident John Fnachler died recently in Keokuk hospital authorities denied he died of hoof and mouth disease. They stated the death was due to a complication of discs and could not be regarded as related to hoof and mouth disease.
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Tax reductions reach agreement with Coolidge hoped
Conferees announce unanimous consent on a 40 percent top rate surtax cap and a 15 percent normal tax cut for incomes under 28 000. Senate publicity and undistributed profits taxes rejected. House preserves a 25 percent earned income reduction up to 10 600 while compromise lowers jewelry tax. Treasury sees 100 million surplus and 160 million needed for next year. Coolidge expected to sign amid opposition to some proposals.
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Russian delegates propose prewar debt settlement at Anglo soviet talks
Telegraph briefs report Russian delegates offer to set aside a lump sum to cover prewar debts to British subjects if a long term loan is arranged with British government aid. Other items note miners and metal workers job losses in Essen and France suspending currency activities in New York. In San Antonio the Presbyterian church allows women to vote in government and serve on executive committees.
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Meredith Urges Bankers Aid for Square Farm Deal
Kansas City May 21 A plea for closer cooperation among bankers businessmen and farmers and for bankers to stabilize agriculture was made before the Missouri Kansas Bankers convention by E L Meredith farmer secretary of agriculture from Des Moines He urged bankers to bring farmers into their councils to work out solutions to problems affecting the nation’s basic industry He warned against coddling the farmer and pressed for a square deal and coordinated efforts to remedy the present situation He argued the rise and fall of business follows farming purchasing power and urged diversified farming and stronger farm organizations. The American farmer will not submit to peasant conditions seen in Russia and elsewhere.
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Hospital Fund Urges Community Support for Modern Care
A campaign piece urges readers to donate to a hospital fund to ensure modern facilities and staff. It emphasizes the emotional and practical relief of prompt professional care, urges subscriptions through the Hospital Editor at Courter, and frames giving as duty to neighbors in need.
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County Roads Pave Projects Create Numerous Detours
Detours accompany ongoing paving and drainage works across the county. Primary routes 49 and 11 see traffic rerouted via Rainbow Drive, Winslow, and nearby county lines while Crews advance on grading, bridges, and graveling. Maps detail detour routes, crew locations, and progress updates.
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Polish Police and Guards Killed by Russian Terrorists
Polish police and frontier guards were killed in a border raid by armed men from Soviet Russia. The attackers crossed the line with rifles grenades and looted the town of Krzywitze near the border. Poland tightens border guards amid fears of a broader crisis.
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Bank Robbers Fire On Posse In Prairie Grove Clash
Three men shot deputy Charles Birchfield and fled after ambushing a posse at the First National Bank in Prairie Grove Arkansas. The daring raid occurred Monday afternoon as officers pursued the trio following the robbery.
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International News Briefs From Around The World
A patchwork of early 20th century dispatches reports a shell explosion in a French turret injuring several. Davis Cup action places Latin American teams in focus. Moscow hints at British troop maneuvers in Afghanistan and anti-rebel plans. Other items note deficits in Moscow, ice peril for Modoc in the Atlantic, Ukrainian executions, Mussolini led immigration talks, a Dutch steamer sinking near the Farne Islands, Herriot’s potential premiership with reparations talks in June, and Mussolini naming a deputy speaker in Rome.
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Politician Caught in Raid on Brewery
Chicago May 21 police announced the identification of James Casey among 31 alleged beer runners arrested in a Monday raid. Daniel O Connor former secretary to William F O Connell who directed the McAdoo primary felt In Thiness tied to the city treasurer's office was named as political lieutenant.
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Labor Controls Four Australian States After SA Victory
Melbourne May 21 The defeat of the nationalist government in South Australia leaves four of six states under Labor Queensland South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania. NSW and Victoria remain nation like the commonwealth. Causes include Barwell’s support for immigration policy and the white Australia line dominates party politics. Washington Taiwan exclusion policy draws keen attention.
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Watson Assails Senate Probes as Destructive Force
Indiana speech at Republican state convention denounces Senate investigations as hindering legislation and eroding public faith. Senator James S. Watson defends Coolidge era integrity, rejects partisan blame, and warns against doom of government by scandal.
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