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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1925

Page

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Many Deaths of Solence on Easter News Dispatch

A string of Easter tragedies across cities includes a Toledo man killed and two women wounded in a lovers quarrel, a missing man found in a river, a Hazelton youth fatally stabbed, a Cleveland wife killing her husband then taking her life, and two children burned to death in a house fire. Investigators suspect suicide pacts and jealous motives, with notes found near Emma and James indicating they would end their lives together.

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William E Glasscock Dies Suddenly at Morgantown Home

Former Governor William E Glasscock of West Virginia dies at his Morgantown residence after a long illness. Funeral services set for Tuesday at 2:30 pm at the Falls residence. Glasscock, a prominent Morgantown lawyer and public servant, held office including revenue collector for West Virginia and governor after a noted political career. Community leaders and state officials express deep condolences.

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Red Cross Awards Honor Lifesaving and First Aid Winners

The American Red Cross announced its annual awards for first aid, resuscitation, and life saving. Recipients include Clarence K. Hicks, Wiley G. Warner, and Roy Carlin for rescuing a man shocked by a live wire. Other winners from New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and California were cited for preventing hemorrhage, reviving drowning victims, and saving lives under dangerous conditions.

Washington Avil American Red Cross Clarence K. Hicks Wiley G. Warner Roy 4 Carlin Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania Claude W Hobnes Hlgabeth N. J Herbert North New York City Jos Lee Findlay Henry G. Bruhn Cleveland Ohio Harry W. Jase Seattle Wash Robert Windnall Philadelphia Wagner F. Lyle Los Angeles Cal J. Miler St. Touts Ppa George Short Worcester Mass Dorothy Henderson Canton Red Crage Red Crows Fercuers Red Cross

Prince of Wa t es Detours Amid Plague Crisis

Reports from West Africa describe disruptions to plans for the Prince of Wales voyage due to a plague outbreak. The joint council decided to proceed with most of the program, with the cruiser Topaz slated to sail Tuesday. Aboard, divers assisted and crews faced high heat and heavy seas as the ship prepared to depart for the port of Warryurt.

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Cincinnati Man Killed in France in Automobile Crash

A Cincinnati man, identified as a 43 year old resident and former visitor to Paris, was killed in a high speed car crash in France. The accident occurred when his automobile left the road and struck a tree near Mundellen, about twenty minutes after leaving a Paris suburb. A French woman passenger escaped with injuries and is hospitalized.

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Mine Workers Stand Against Any Wage Reduction

In Indianapolis on April 12 the United Mine Workers of America issued a statement from its international headquarters rejecting any wage reduction proposals. It argues a binding contract with coal companies must be honored, wages are already low, and lowering pay would not solve a stagnant industry.

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Governor Ross Denies Guard at Mansion in Cheyenne

In Cheyenne on April 2 a gubernatorial mansion controversy unfolds as Governor Ross denies ordering guards or seeing them near the mansion. State officials offer few explanations while residents speculate about a mysterious male presence and a perceived need for protection. The governor hints at leaving within a week or ten days, and officials continue to discuss duties and arrangements.

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Pinchot Endorses 14 Million Budget Push Summary

Pinchot backs a 14 million budget plan amid legislative debate. Officials note funding covers health, housing, agriculture, and infrastructure with specific allocations totaling 1.704 million for maintenance and 14,730.29 for deficitary needs. The measure faced withdrawal amid procedural shifts and governor involvement as the assembly weighs final passage.

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Charleston Easter Parade Showcases Master Sunday Fashion

Charleston enjoyed a bright spring day as Easter observances and a citywide promenade drew crowds. Churches featured organ and choir performances while streets filled with pedestrians and motorcars reflecting Master finery and seasonal shopping at local stores.

Charleston Bern Baxter

Briand to form cabinet seeks socialist cooperation

Paris April 12 Briand was asked by President Doumergue to form a cabinet and will consult with friends before giving a definite answer tomorrow He promised to seek cooperation of all parties and to select a majority from the May elections The president hopes Briand will assemble a cabinet with socialist participation. Washington April 12 The farmers' national council said it will seek an injunction to block the Armour Morris packing merger unless Jardine finds it compliant with the Packers and Stockyards Act.

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Alleged Woman Slayer Seeks Death Amid Investigation

Dr George A Reisner Harvard Egyptology professor and co director of the Harvard Boston Museum of Fine Arts expedition plans to Egypt to oversee the removal of artifacts older than Tutankhamun. He comments on ancient women's fashions and cosmetics as part of a broader study while authorities probe recent deaths. An unrelated note reports Mrs Anna Cunningham attempting suicide in Chicago jail as investigators probe deaths of her husband and four children.

George A. Reisner Harvard Boston Museum of Vine Arts Egypt Anna Cunningham Chicago Womens Quarters

Plans for body exhumation in Cunningham case

Chicago April 12 A Gary Indiana woman Mrs Anna Cunningham held in custody after a failed attempt on her life. Investigators focus on deaths of her husband and four children over seven years and a son who survived. Coroner says arsenic in house. authorities plan exhumations near Valparaiso Indiana.

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Gotham Spurns Shortskirtlaw and Easter Parade

New York observes spring fashion as annual Easter Sunday crowds fill Broadway Avenue and Coney Island for a gender fashion showcase. Report notes large crowds along Bowery and Grand Street with about half a million visitors at Coney Island. details continue on page Ni.

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Funeral for High Russian Orthodox Patriarch Tikhon

Most Rev Dr Tikhon, first Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox church since Peter the Great, was buried in Moscow with a state funeral. The ceremony drew almost all Moscow clergy including Metropolitans and bishops. services ran day and night amid solemn rites.

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Local Auto Plate Distribution Urged by House Roads Panel

Clyde M W Bast reports the House Roads Committee plans to favor a bill authorizing the state road commission to deed portions of state land for autowear plate distribution to curb owners. The committee expects bills on license fee basis and changes to weight and passenger counting, with many measures pending budget action. The Senate will review a fraud investigation resolution linked to cantrel construction and editors will be invited to respond.

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Easter service draws diverse faiths to Jerusalem tomb

The Associated Press reports Easter in Jerusalem as severed American Catholic bishops Protestant pastors and Jewish rabbis join prominently in services at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. The crowd thronged the site with Armenians, Arabs, Greeks, Syrians, Ethiopians, Americans, French, British and Spaniards exchanging greetings and prayers at the tomb of Christ.

Jerusalem Church of the ‘Holy Sepulcher

Plan Hurdled in Shepherd Case Trial Date Set

State officials push forward with preparations for the trial of Willan D. Shepherd for murder as Chief Justice Hopkins weighs a ball release. Coroner Wolff awaits William McNelly’s chemical report on the exhumed body of St. Gaerne Otway amid suspicions of foul play and the earlier claim of poison found in Dr. Olson remains unconfirmed.

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Salvation Army Plans Conversion of Bootleggers

New York April 3 Salvation Army training school announced a novel mission project converting bootleggers. The program aims to reform and rehabilitate offenders through missionary work and moral instruction, acknowledging greater challenges than prior conversions.

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