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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1925

Page

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French Cabinet Quits After Defeat in House

The French cabinet of Edouard Herriot resigned after two senate defeats. Herriot and ministers met the president to formalize the resignation while awaiting a new premier. Coolidge praised Herriot's reparations work but cautioned about official comment on France's situation.

Coolidge Associated Press Varis Edouard Herriot Senate Herriot Foreign Office M. Harriot Kirsce M. Hertlot M. DoumerkUe

Balfour flees Damascus amid riot quell by troops

English Lord Balfour forced to flee Damascus as troops quell rioting near the English Lord's hotel. authorities deploy full military force to secure streets connected to the planned Jewish University in Palestine.

Balfour Damascus English Lord's Hotel Jewish University Palestine

Germany Offers Security Pact to Halt Allied Front

A Hamburg newspaper reports Germany considering a security pact to deter a Franco British Belgian alliance. The proposal would renounce aggressive Alsace Lorraine aims and grant the region autonomy, signaling a shift from prior militant policies if Paris accepts.

Hamburg Germany Hamburger Fremdaenklaty Alsace Lorraine Alsace Lorraine France

Victim Miss Oberholtzer Fades After alleged Klan Attack

In Indianapolis on April 6, Miss Jadge Oberholtzer, 28, believed attacked by Stephen Stevens, once grand dragon of Indiana Ku Klux Klan, is reported weaker by physician Dr. John Kingsbury. Stevens and two others are held in connection with the alleged assault as pleas abatement arguments are set for tomorrow. authorities say Oberholtzer may have been poisoned.

Pianapolis Ind Jadge Overholtzer D.C. Stephens Knux Klan Indiana John Kingsbury Stephen Mise Oberholtzer

Logan Mine Explosion Probed After Three Fatalities

State mine inspector J F Whits opened an inquiry into the Logan mine blast at MyBerh that killed three men including assistant superintendent Solaski and miners Hernando and Gonzalez. Bodies found hours after the explosion, Solaski buried in Wither Barra. Survivors include his widow and five children.

Logan State Merspector J. F. Whits Logan-stagle MyBerh J. Solaski Nicholas Hernando Manuel Gonzalez Solask Solaski Super Jennie Tte Huntington Wither Barra Jurial Logan Eagle Company Hive Fernandal Gonzalez

Wyoming's Woman Governor Guards Mansion In Cheyenne

In Cheyenne guards maintain nightly watch around the Wyoming governor's mansion housing Governor Nellis Tayloe Ross. County officials had inquired about residents near the mansion. Governor Stuss would only say precautions were not taken at her request and offered no further comment.

Nellie Tayloe Ross Cheyenne Wee Weroming Nellis Tayloe Ross County Officinia Stuss

Mrs Edna Tinney Granted Permission to Sue Frank Tinney

In New York on April 10, Mrs Edna Tinney won permission to serve her actor husband Frank Tinney with a suit for divorce by publication in newspapers locally and in London. The Kings County Supreme Court granted the permission as Tinney had previously discontinued a separate suit for separation in an Illinois court.

Kings County Supreme Court London U. S.j York Mig Wana Tinney Frank Tinney Kings County Supreme Curt Tmagena Wilson Times

Hand to Hand Fight in Nasieds Syria Demonstration

Riot police faced a hand to hand clash as protesters gathered over Lord Balfour and the Damascus transit. Military armored cars moved crowds from the square while planes dropped smoke bombs. Lord Balfour left the hotel unseen as turmoil continued and the high commissioner visited him.

Viele Nees Tom Munteipaller Genel Sarrail Earl of Balfour Aire Lord Belfour

Mussolini Plans Change in Ministry Amid Resignations

A report of a cabinet shakeup circulates as Finance Minister Stefani is rumored to resign. Officials deny the claim, noting Stefani’s regular duties, while observers link possible moves to war ministry and treasury reforms in a tense Italian government scene.

Jess WOME Wir Gomera Ia Aloreia Tratian Finance Ve Stefari Mae Moscsolini M. Stefani Etr Fasedat Sieke Bercoming Ministry of Finance DL Giorgia War Ministry Magwelling Plirn Stefani Minch Stefania

Distillation Threat to U S Industry From German Chemistry

A confrontation at the American Chemical Society meeting warns that German chemistry with wood alcohol from water gas threatens U S production of hard wood alcohol. Dr Jang Fischer from the Kaiser Wilhelm Institute notes synthetic methanol processes and coal chemistry advances. An April weather report from Matinsburg notes heavy damage from a storm to the area.

Wan Soeluty Jang Fischer Wrector Madelen- Tube

Gore in North to Investigate Miners Strike

Governor Hewyard M.M. plans to investigate a northern West Virginia miners strike amid a debate over production declines and union activity. Brackett and Mittaen offered contrasting views on the strike's impact as 11 nonunion mines operated and 15 union mines were idle.

Gore Associated Press Walkmont West Virginia George S. Brackett War A. Mittaen International Ofhe United Ming Workers of Amerie Hoveardon Mimiod Alteunto Union Imines Aurive Mertruckett Hewyard MM. Tiers

Packers Defend Plan of Merger in Public Contention

A public debate centers on a proposed merger involving the Packers and a central industry, with Secretary Jardine urging fast action and the government to close the issue. The discussion weighs the legality and effects of the merger and whether it should be decided by the Supreme Court.

Merrig Noreen Bent Weeved Cyberl Es Welgers Airtararey Aairdiog Andy Kina Central Jardine

Rain May Halt Blue Ridge Forest Fires In Virginia

In Blacksburg Virginia reports say rain could curb ongoing forest fires along the Blue Ridge near the town. For days crews battled flames threatening timber and structures as several hundred acres burned and emergency measures remained in place.

Blue Ridge Blacksbil Apeit Itatn Tonkht Koe Prundsh

Chapman Must Follow Edict In Murder Case

Fragmented text outlines a federal state friction over a murder case involving Chapman. It notes possible transfer of authority from federal to state after trial and references sentences and enforcement actions amid political tension. Names and precise facts are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Bomb Blast Report Raises Tension in Local Politics

Fragmentary text notes a bomb blast investigation in Herein with references to authorities and no arrests. Mentions Marshal McCormick active in local enforcements, a disputed mayoral race involving Ku Klux Klan aligned factions and Conservative editors, and Citizens tickets backed by both Klan and anti Klan groups.

Lherein Whirence Matai Meerrmuelk Marshal McCorymek Ka Ktux Wlanchretes Welamagn Inteent Young McCormack Trerrhy Ku Winedslan Lskee Conservative Citizens Teket

Missing steamer located at sea

A garbled dispatch from April reports a missing steamer at sea with unclear sources. Royal naval command confirms a five day search by Balbus forces and mentions unidentified vessels and officials, while several names appear corrupted. The fragmentary text references ships and radio messages but lacks coherent details or outcomes.

Gazette's A B C circulation trust fuels national ads

The editorial notes advertisers favor ABC audited circulation over publishers claims and cites ABC figures as reliable. It asserts ABC ratings aren’t inflated and claims the Gazette carries 90 percent of national advertising in Charleston, underscoring trust in audited data for nationwide campaigns.

Audit Bureau of A. B.C The Gazette Charleston

Miners Near Shaft To Reach Collins Tomb

Miners expected to remove Floyd Collins’ body by midweek at the cave shaft site. Crews will excavate and crib around the rock that pinned the explorer to free him, extending laterally from the forty seven foot level toward the bottom as they work.

Collins’ Tomb Explorer Associated Press General Floyd Colina Rave Tune Fister Officinian Collins

Voodoo Doctor Linked to Slayings in Apparent Case

Police say a man calling himself the Rev. Ehbinger Hygheork, known as the voodoo doctor, may be connected to multiple deaths uncovered in a cavern beneath his home. Investigators found notes naming relatives and alleged victims, with one claim of a father shooting a woman and burying skeletons as a phony ritual gift.

Damien Ned Halles Dastor Ehbinger Iather Wnerries Wynghcock

Children to Be Coolidge Guests at White House

President and Mrs Contidee will welcome Washington children next Monday on the 17th birthday of Calvin, marking the annual White House lawn greeting. The event coincides with the birthday of young Calvin, though the date was not known to all organizers. The grounds will be opened early for children’s activities and tea.

Washi OM Contidee Galvin Jr Washington Calvin Ualdge

Link Shepherd in Death Of McClintock's Mother Bail Denied

Doctor Fosberg reports Guardian of deceased millionaire orphan questioned about effects and traces of mercuric poisoning found in an autopsy linked to the mother’s death years ago. Supreme Court denies habeas corpus in fourth attempt to grant bond to the alleged slayer.

Link Shepherd McClintock Fosberg Olson Orphan Supreme Court Bond

Florists Offer Rain Insurance for Easter Sales

Florists promote a rain insurance idea tied to Easter sales. Two local floral businesses expanded their policy offerings, with one insured for four hundred dollars and the other for two hundred, planning to collect premiums from smaller sales during the three hours around midday today.

Xcertenen Lrom Certian

Teddy’s Sons Off for Hunt in Central Asia

April 10 New York reports Theodore Roosevelt and his brother Kermit prepare for a hunting expedition from Srinagar to Isrimawar through the Karakoram, aiming to hunt the Asian Argali or Ovis Poli with yak transport and pack animals. The Roosevelts depart after family farewells, carrying most gear from home as India offers limited supplies.

New York Central Asia Theodore Roosevelt Kermit Roosevelts Tomosrow Southampton Muaraelles Bonthay Isrimawer Srinagar Turkestan Hissarias Marea Poli Tallin Ovis Poli Ruth Roosevelt Brothers Mary India George OK Cherrie Passionis

Postpone Flight Of Big Dirigible At Navy Station

April 4 at the naval air station announces that the repair bound dirigible has not yet completed a test flight. A short cruise will test new framework sections, with the next sighting target likely next Tuesday if the airship tender Patoka is in position in the gulf of Mexico.

Larerurst Noi Navy Air Station Gulf of Mexico

Aerial Expedition Details From Radio Broadcast

April Lovie of the Progrewn and qiiscoveries of the aerial expeditot into the north next Jie a he headen by Donald 8. MacMillan. The party, including Navy personnel, will transmit by wireless from a station atop the Straits building. Planes carry radio parts, food, equipment, guns, and camera gear. A 25 member crew and a pilot expert in mechanics and navigation will operate, with amateur cooperation invited.

Cuo AO Donald MacMillan Me- Onna Bruademsters McDonld U.S Raddio Trea Cumin Oseietiste Navy Mc. Donald Talsing Arew Straits McDonald Readio Manufacturing Company United States iRpedi Metunuld de Lout Tonderesdt Cap Lai Wild Vaus Thay Samay Uibbeest Naval Station Radia Sam

Olson Death Quiz Not Yet Complete

Chicago April 10 A long-winded update reports Willan Darling Shephard linked to the murder of his ward Willian Nelson McClintock. The state supreme court denied a habeas corpus motion delaying Shepherd’s release effort. meanwhile a chemist announced mercury found in Emma Nelson McClintock’s organs. Authorities weigh Shepherd’s possible role as investigations continue into the McClintock deaths and related poison inquiries.

Chicago Willan Darling Shephard Willian Nelson McClintock Ornhar State Supreme Court Shepherd Willan BD. McNally Caroner Emma Nelson McClintock Shettherd Oscar Olson Mia George Porberg Harry, Olson

Coolidge Madden Tax Plan Proposed in Washington

April report from We The Man notes Chairman Madden of the appropriations committee sponsors a plan to rebate taxpayers as government winds down a surplus. President Coolidge has not discussed it with Madden who says he will press for action by the next Congress. Madden cites expertise in finance while Wooldridge argues surpluses should cut the national debt or justify tax cuts if large.

Washington Madden Nence Appropriations Com Coolidie Chala Madden Nance Fecha Unnrapulationx

Dodge Brothers car company bond offering planned

New York bankers planned a large bond sale to support Dodge Brothers auto venture with a 75,000 bond issue as part of a 160,000,000 financing. The move followed an enormous subscription for the 36,000,000 stock issue, and aimed to sustain Wall Street demand amid holidays and high trading volume.

New York Dodge Auramobile Tosmorrow Wall Street Fiat Kande Tend and Company Bankera Reesellimy Yeaterday

Favorable Report Expected From Steel Company

New York April 1 the large reduction in untied stor? is reported by the U S steel reprioration with Wall Street noting the company will be able to show a favorable earnings state ment for the first quarter of the year. Lower prices and cost controls are cited as factors.

New York U. Stet Raya

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