Health authorities of two nations jointly battle meningitis
International health service formed to combat spinal meningitis gripping Arizona since January. Dr Gustetter of Nogales coordinates with Sonora officials while six U S cases and one Nogales case are tracked. Arizona totals 61 cases and over 20 deaths in 30 days as Glendale bans gatherings and schools close across cities.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Arizona
A. L. Gustetter
Nogales
Sonora
Mexico
Santa Cruz County
Gustetter
International Boundary Line
Glendale
Peoria
Alhambra
Earl Butler
Hot Springs Junction
Senate and House Hold Joint Session for Hoover Victory
The joint session presided by Vice President Dawes saw Hoover win 444 to 87 over Smith as Democrats and Republicans exchanged good natured jibes. Minutes earlier tellers announced Smith leads in several states with Texas and Virginia later confirmed. The ceremony featured grand entry into the chamber and pomp as ballot boxes were escorted in.
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Alfred E. Smith
Texas
Virginia
Dawes
Smith
Hoover
Senate
House
Longworth
Legal Fight Over Mellus Estate Looms In Probate
In Los Angeles on February 15 a dispute over Mrs Myrtle P Mellus estate surfaced as admission of her will was sought in probate court. Husband Frank Mellus claims value under 1000 dollars and seeks executor rights while Eva Cleveland the murdered woman’s mother seeks control arguing no will exists and estate valued at 20000 dollars. The case follows the murder by Leo Pat Kelley and his death sentence appeal.
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United Press Transcontinental
Los Angeles
Myrtle P. Mellus
Leo Pat Kelley
Frank H. Mellus
Eva Cleveland
Cleveland
Mellus
Kelley
Preliminary Work on TAT Landing Field Southwest of Winslow
Construction crews begin surveying and testing for 72 000 feet of hard surfacing planned for the TAT airport southwest of Winslow. Albuquerque firm B K Jones and J E B Shermen to lay the surface with a triangular layout. completion expected months away. KE iw Hardyges agent joins the project as Winslow becomes a fueling station for the transcontinental route.
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T. A.T. Landing Field
Winslow
B. K. Jones
J. E B. Shermen
Albuquerque
T .E. Scully
KE. Iw. Hardy
Transcontinental Airport Transportation Co
Admission Day Will Be Duly Celebrated in Arizona
State county and city officials plan observance on Thursday for Admission Day marking Arizona's 17th anniversary of statehood. It notes the three governors since statehood: George W. P. Hunt, Thomas E. Campbell, and current governor John C. Phillips, with ceremonies in schools statewide.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Arizona
George W. P. Hunt
Thomas E. Campbell
John C. Phillips
Storms Claim Two Ships Off Alaska Coast
Severe seas and winds off the Aleutians grounded the Meiyo Maru at Unimak Island and left the Allo way failing against rocks near 600 foot cliffs. The Montauk abandoned tow efforts as the Allo way foundered. Crews were evacuated to Dutch Harbor and rescue ships aided the Meiyo Maru crew. The Nunyou Maru aided Meiyo Maru's crew.
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Rocks
Alaska
Seattle
Aleutian Islands
Unimak Island
Scotch Cape
Montauk
Giler
Dutch Harbor
Lindy Returns to Miami After Florida Key Search
Col Charles A Lindbergh flew to Miami after a nine day Central America mail voyage and then led a search for a missing seaplane. The stranded craft was found aboard a ferry. later he again took to the Sikorsky to hunt for Richard Hoyts plane, but the rescue failed. He settled into secrecy awaiting the next move and possible visit to Sapelo Island.
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United Preas
Pan-American Airport
Miami
Florida
Charles A. Lindbergh
America
Paris
Florida Keys
Central America
United States Mail
Lindbergh
Richard Hoyt
Havana
American Shoals
Fla
Lone Eagle
Howard E. Coffin
Sapelo Island
Joseph Adams
Williams Pioneer Dies in California Founder of Williams Arizona
C. E. Boyce longtime Williams cattleman and merchant died in San Diego California. He settled Williams in 1862 and lived there 87 years, constructing the town’s first stone building later used by cowmen and prospectors. Funeral in San Diego Thursday burial in Los Angeles Friday.
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Unite Press
Pragscontinental Wire
Williams, Ariz
Cormick E. Boyce
San Diego
Calif
Los Angeles
Boyee
Coolidge Signs Cruiser Bill as Presidency Shifts
The article notes President Coolidge signing the cruiser bill and moving toward a new era after the March 4 inauguration. It describes White House plans, plans to move into the White House, and contrasts Coolidge’s demeanor with past presidents while mentioning Charles Willis Thompson’s book Presidents I’ve Known on his presidency.
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United Press
Washington
Coolidge
White House
Northampton
Mass
Miami
Hoover
Tuesay
Calvin Coolidge
Roosevelt
Taft
Wilson
Harding
Vermont
Charles Willis Thompson
Bobbs Merrill
Thompson
Existence of Typhoid Fever McNary Denied
Exclusive telegram from James G. McNary of the Lumber Corporation says typhoid fever is not present at the McNary mill camp 100 miles south of Winslow in the White Mountains. Illness is an intestinal influenza with several deaths and many patients confined to beds. outside physicians and bacteriologists are aiding diagnosis. John C. McNary is among the seriously ill but expected to recover. Statements were issued to The Daily Mail.
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McNary
Winslow
White Mountains
Daily Mail
James G. McNary
Cady
Lumber Corporation
Mil
John C. McNary
Booth Dynasty Chooses Higgins to Lead Salvation Army
Sunbury on Thames England February 13 United Press Transcontinental Higgins elected by high council to succeed General W Bramwell Booth as head of the Salvation Army. Vote 42 17 for Evangeline Booth sister of the deposed general and reform leader in the army. General Booth 72 declared physically unfit to continue and will be retired though allowed to retain rank and title. He may resist trusteeship of property unless courts order relinquishment.
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United Press
Sunbury-On-Thames
England
EB. J. Higgins
Salvation Army High Council
W. Bramwell Booth
Higgins
Evangeline Booth
W. A. Jowitt
Booth
General Booth
Northcott's Final Hours Before California Gallows
Northcott, condemned for the Riverside killings, faced execution day after Lapierre’s walk to the death chamber. He witnessed Edgar Lapierre’s farewell to his wife and steadied himself as guards prepared for the Friday hang. Governor Young denied clemency and Northcott awaits the final act and mother’s possible last view.
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United Press
San Quentin State Prison
Calif
Gordon Stewart
Northcott
Lewis and Nelson
Winslow
Riverside
Edgar ‘Lapierre
Oakland
Cage Lapierre
Sarah
Louise
Walter Collins
C. C. Young
Lapierre
Creech Named Head of Sun-Maid Raisin Growers
FresnoCalifornia February 15 Harry M Creech elected successor to Ralph P Merritt as president of the Sun Maid Raisin Growers Association Merritt had led the co op since its founding five years ago and Merritt was once rumored as a Cabinet candidate Creech had served as general counsel and as vice president and general manager during Merritts leave of absence since last July
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Fresno
Ralph P. Merritt
Herbert Hoover
Sun Maid Raisin Growers Association
Harry M. Creech
Merritt
Sun- Maid Organization
Creech
Mule Delivers 600 Pounds Mail in Idaho Frontline Route
A mule carried 600 pounds of mail for the U S post office from Whitebird to Pittsburgh Landing in Idaho. The animal completed the delivery to give residents their first mail since early January.
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Lewiston
Idaho
Post Office Department
Whitebird
Pittsburgh Landing
United States, Arizona discuss hydro flood control plan
Representatives from the United States and Arizona conference on a hydro flood control project for the Gila and tributaries. The plan estimates 3550 acre feet to reach about 1800 acre feet, with next steps to seek state compacts and ensure progress. W J Donovan will represent the United States as assistant attorney general.
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United
Exico
Gila
Arizona
United States
W. J. Donovan
Time Limit For Motor Licenses Expired
Phoenix Arizona February 13 United Press report says motor vehicles without 1929 license plates are seized on public highways. Drivers must instantly visit the registration bureau to obtain plates or the vehicle is confiscated and stored for one week before sale to cover taxes and charges. Owners face misdemeanor charges.
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United Press
Phoenix
Ariz
Highwaxe Sector Vehicle ‘Division
Rename Harry Saxon Head Cattle Growers
PRESCOTT Ariz Feb 13 Harry Saxon of Willcox Ariz today was elected president of the Arizona Cattle Growers Association for the third time His election was unanimous Others elected C W Peterson Arlington first vice president Mrs EB Crabb Phoenix secretary Dan C McKinney Elgin second vice president and J M Ronstadt of Tucson treasurer
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Prescott
Ariz
Harry Saxon
Willcox
Arizona Cattle Growers Association
C. W. Peterson
Arlington
EB. H. Crabb
Phoenix
Dan Cc. McKinney
Elgin
J. M. Ronstadt
Tucson
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Charles Curtis
Lindy
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