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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1925
Page
6
The Charleston Gazette offers a morning reflection urging harmony within Christian belief. It questions how one can claim to follow Jesus while harboring hatred and resentment or uncharitable thoughts against others.
Acting Interior Secretary Finney approved sale of two unsurveyed Kalamazoo river islands to Battle Creek for public park use at 1.25 dollars per acre. The islands lie in a Virginia grant and the trustee holds 50 000 to 64 000 acres still unsold, per last Interior Dept report.
An opinion piece argues that East economic writers misplace blame on the President for reduced consumer spending. It asserts that buying fuels business and that taxpayers, farmers, workers, and small traders face hardship, with families cutting hats, clothing, and home goods as a result of enforced economy.
A 1924 policy commentary asserts the administration deflated the nation’s circulating medium despite abundant gold, arguing that genuine stagnation stems from low prices and weak policy. It contends earnings and production, not caricatures or thrift, determine times of prosperity or hardship. The Gazette claims readers were informed of each step as it occurred.
The article critiques Dr Frederick A Cook, convicted of oil stock fraud, arguing he frames crime as reasonable and decries government prosecutors. It traces his false claims from McKinley to the North Pole, notes his later belated belief that dishonesty is the best policy, and condemns naval oil lease scandals while warning that corruption endures without accountability.
Arthur Brisbane notes the Dodge sale valued at 86 million dollars for the brand name and suggests that Hart Schaffner & Marx traded on their name for five times asset value. He argues a name built on honesty and smart advertising can endure disasters. He cites Babe Ruth’s prominence, contrasting it with knowledge of Mark Twain, and remarks on public fascination with Ruth.
A garbled piece discusses vetoes, political shifts, and party dynamics across New York and Washington. It mentions Senator Gare, the Republican stance, and references to Huey Long era style rhetoric amid a broad national power struggle.
Fragmented OCR reveals a children’s tale featuring Burgess bedtime stories with a whimsical cast including Peter, Robin, and a skunk. The text shifts through dreamlike imagery, partial names, and stray phrases, suggesting a serialized children’s page with framing narration and ongoing adventures.
A cluttered radio schedule fragment lists numerous programs, performers, venues, and stations with scattered names such as Cleveland, New York, Louisville, and Los Angeles. It mentions choirs, orchestras, and tone readings, plus multiple times and entry notes amidst garbled OCR text.
Frederik S Sehatle of Dirtshurch and Eugene Tressier of Cleveland, stock swindling suspects, were arrested in New York on grand larceny and conspiracy charges tied to forged stock deals. Investigations indicate multiple victims and pending inquiries in Pittsburgh and New York.
A garbled OCR style passage mentions dogs in London, gowns, and local mentions with several names and places tangled. It references Theene, Vogt, and Crane with unclear actions, hinting at a bustling yet distorted society scene and a department discussing preventive forms about milk and vegetables.
Virginia judge Stephen Brington died after an explosion in a basement at his home. The incident occurred as a gunman opened fire, striking the judge on the right side while members of his family heard the blast. The blast caused fatal injuries and a subsequent investigation noted possible accidental discharge of a weapon. The judge had served as president of the court and was recently reappointed to fill a vacancy. The case remains under inquiry with officials attributing the death to the blast and accidental discharge theories.
Sir Edwin Lutyens, famed designer of the Queen's Dallas house and the grand palace for Queen Mary, will be honored with the gold medal of the American Institute of Architects. The recognition, linked to service at the convention and exhibition here, cites his architectural impact in Britain and the United States. Lutyens has designed landmark buildings across the country, including the chapel at West Point, the Nebraska state capitol, Mt. Hope Church, and the Cathedral of the Immaculation at Baltimore.
Three armed men robbed a bank in Oregon as teller Percy Mudson resisted the hold up. He was fatally wounded, and the robbers fled with nothing. Police searched the area for the trio.
An incident on April 14 involved a rum truck driver being wounded during a confrontation with officers. The driver opened fire, injuring a police officer and prompting a citywide response. A cache of liquor and weaponry was seized, and authorities called for additional reserves to restore order.
April 14 report from Halifax notes negotiations on the 21 stake for Nova Scotia coal miners. Key figures include Verdi Progress and manager William Chisholm. the meeting, held behind closed doors, was attended by John Te Lewis of the United Mine Workers from Sydney.
A yacht owned by Rand Yacht Company burned and sank after a gasoline tank explosion off the canal near Gvorsta Maat. Rand and his two sons were aboard. they were rescued by nearby boats and taken to safety. None sustained life threatening injuries.
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