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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1925
Page
2
The excerpt argues thrift as essential for independence, warning against debt and boasting that many thrifty people, not the rich, shape civic virtue. It cites legislation in West Virginia and suggests cutting unnecessary laws while urging practical personal finance and continual study of business methods.
In a Wenonah mountains raid near three miles above Wenonah, Sheriff Crumpecker and state police exchanged shots with six alleged moonshiners. Three suspects were captured, including Freddie Shrewsberry who was critically wounded, while Sheriff Crumpecker dodged bullets in his overcoat. Three moonshiners escaped as barrels of mash and two stills were destroyed.
Newport News High Baboo defeated Lynchburg Lere in the Virginia state settee event this afternoon, securing the championship at Lynchburg Virginia.
In St Clairsville Ohio Sheriff Sam Dunfee announced the arrest of Miss Anna Grayson of Warnock on a federal warrant in Columbus. The charges allege she fraudulently used funds from a man in the west to cover her expenses.
Geneva reports indicate the League of Nations may invite Argentina and Chile to sit officially on the special commission for preparing a proposed disarmament conference. The disarmament council adjourned with negotiators split over a flexible agenda covering military naval economic and financial issues.
Washington report from December notes NY Central Railroad employees held General Railway Signal stock during a contract for automatic train control devices. Testimony raised whether stock ownership constituted official status or violated Clayton anti trust law. Trial saw evidence requests and named individuals testifying.
General Smedley D. Butler, Philadelphia's director of public safety, claimed his regime achieved success in spite of politicians. He joked that he had gone to the big chief in Washington to ensure his resignation, defending his leadership amid criticism.
Admiral Edward W. Eberle testified at the army court-martial that the Shenandoah voyage was not ordered for propaganda nor by officers lacking aviation understanding. He said the flight aimed to train crews, assess overland routes, and showcase the airship to the public, including state fairs and governors.
Andrew A. Dahl fifty five hotel proprietor of Clarksburg W Va died last night in a Windber Pa hospital from gastritis Relatives accompanied the body to Windber for funeral and burial He is survived by his widow four brothers and three sisters Albert Dahl a brother owned and ran the Palmer house local hotel in Clarksburg for years
President Hindenburg accepts the resignation of the cabinet as Chancellor Ruther will form a new ministry. The new government will align with the Le Carne pact signed in London on December 1.
New York reports that prosecutors plan a grand jury inquiry into the Dwyer liquor ring and alleged ties to coast guard and prohibition officials. Buckner calls for a thorough housecleaning as investigations expand to other cities and ties between the ring and government agents are examined.
Moundsville West Virginia December 6 Attorney J Howard Holt travels to Charleston to plead before the state supreme court for dissolving an injunction issued by Marshall County Judge P D Morris last April. The injunction bars John L Lewis and about 100 mine officials and workers of Consolidated Fuel Ben Franklin Coal Glendale Gas and Fuel from peaceful organizing efforts at the companies’ mines.
The Italian steamer Campania was rammed by the British steamer Mombassa in thick fog and beached by the Apache coast guard cutter near Point No Point. The Campania’s crew is reported safe, while Mombassa’s captain says his vessel sustained little damage and will proceed to New Orleans when weather improves.
David Lamar known as the Wolf of Wall Street arrives in New York with his bride Edna French, whom he wed November 22 in Ridgefield Connecticut. Edna is a former stage and screen performer.
Insurgent Republicans in the Wisconsin delegation press to organize committees and deny La Follette a seat on key panels. John M. Nelson loses rules chair status amid party caucus action. James A. Frear’s Ways and Means seat is ratified. Organization decisions await Monday votes and a party committee review.
Chicago reports the International Live Stock Exposition closing with the United States and Canada sharing honors. Mah Jongg from Iowa State College won grand champion steer, King of the Fairies, a Prince of Wales bull, led Canadian breeding wins, Hereford and swine titles went to Americans, sheep to Canadians, and Colonel Robert McEwen earned the carload championship. L. M. Vogler of Hone, Indiana, won the Corn King title.
A sprawling blizzard across Minnesota Kansas and Missouri slowed train service and interrupted telegraph lines. Snow totals reached four to six inches with gusty winds causing blocked roads and hazardous travel conditions. Temperatures plummeted to twelve degrees above zero as the storm subsided in the afternoon.
Washington reports the destroyers Coghlan and Lamhon will be withdrawn immediately from Beirut Syria as French reinforcements arrive to secure coastal Lebanon. The move follows consular naval agreement that further ship presence is unnecessary amid rising tensions and local refugees seek protection. In Damascus Druse bands threaten the city. traffic is banned after 6 pm and French forces bombard brigand elements near Chagour garden areas.
In Cardinal and nearby areas fire crews and residents celebrate as all but two trapped miners escape the Fairview mine disaster. Rescue teams braved sixteen hours of cold and snow to reach the tunnel and search for the remaining workers. The fire continues to burn and officials say it may burn out on its own.
Colgate undefeated football team will not face the University of Washington as the east’s representative in the Tournament of Roses on New Year’s Day in Pasadena. W. A. Reid, graduate manager, announced the decision today.
Bluefield officials urge residents to report missed persons in the special census. Mr. Nicholas in charge will verify enumerations by phone or in person as tabulation proceeds. Citizens should call by Monday to ensure every home is counted and avoid omissions.
President Coolidge told John L. Lewis he would not publish his coal letter to avoid hindering peace efforts. Governor Pinchot plans to act quickly in Harrisburg on ending the anthracite suspension and to call an extra legislative session after a tour of counties.
Governor Gore will appoint the tax commission members next week after a lengthy selection process. Officials said a few appointees requested a short delay to consider their roles. The commission was authorized by the last legislature and will be staffed by Gore’s picks.
Pittsburg warrants and raids by ninety agents disrupted saloons cafes and cabarets as all raiding records fell. Whiskey wine and other alcohol valued at substantial sums were seized as violations of the law were recorded.
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