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1927Edward Abbey, American environmentalist and author (died 1989)[†]
Edward Paul Abbey was an American author and essayist noted for his advocacy of environmental issues, criticism of public land policies, and anarchist political views. His best-known works include the novel The Monkey Wrench Gang, which has been cited as an inspiration by radical environmental groups, and the non-fiction work Desert Solitaire.
Death in fire; tribute from Fire Chief Kenlon
Theatrical producers heed his warning to "clean house" voluntarily unless they want censorship by Legis; call meeting and appt com to confer with Mayor
Report that Cantonese have abandoned plan to march on Shanghai; Nationalist troops reported to have left or to be leaving Chekiang Province; move thought to be due to wish to avoid possible contact with British troops
Minister of Agriculture and Food in new German Cabinet under W Marx
Regrets show of force in China; says China would protect foreigners, if given a chance
Hunt, M, found shot; may be murder or suicide
LONDON, Jan. 28. -- Many lives were lost and much property damage was caused by a great gale which swept over Britain last night and today.
S on disarming criminals by Federal and State legislation, at Chicago meeting of sub-com of Natl Crime Comm
Sale becomes Wall St sensation as prices soar while short sellers scramble for shares; corner denied; various rumors as to consolidation interests behind purchase
Hurricane; Glasgow feels brunt of storm
A G Fox on league's plan's for campaign for repeal of State dry enforcement laws