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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1925

Page

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Firefighters charter hearing favors bill in Charleston

A Charleston Senate hearing on a proposed city charter change focused on mayoral power to remove firemen and control department discipline. Proponents urged favorable action for a public vote while opponents warned of insurance impacts and weak supervision. The committee signaled reporting the bill favorably with no changes.

E.W. Stephan Charleston Fire Department Senate Committee Municipalitien Mexor City of Charleston Senate Wertz Suring Street Ira E. Smith West Union Senate Committee On Clyde B. Johnson Kanewha Lowing

Los Angeles Trip Postponed Again

The United States Navy airship Los Angeles, scheduled for Bermuda, was postponed twenty four hours after damage noted to two condensers. Commander J. H. Klein said the voyage will likely be retaken at sunset tomorrow.

Lakehuerst United States Navy Los Angeles Bermuda Tedar J. H. Klein

Confessed Slayer of Own Children Awaits Arraignment

A mother identified as Patrernas dood Alekry, also known as Les Angels, is held on a murder case after admitting to killing three of her children with arsenic. Her husband and father of the slain children, Hicken, was named in police histories. Mrs. Anna Cunningham regained composure in hospital after collapsing following the confession.

Patrernas Alekry Les Angels Calis Belme Pharsid Hicken Los Angeles Oweenty Murner Anna Cunningham

Widow admits killing husband in strange confession

Mrs Arun Cyromdinehiain, 48, wife of Itary Tadiana, claims she killed three people in a remorseful statement. Authorities report her statements, noting she loved her husband most, while denying other details and awaiting further analysis of evidence.

Tprcace Point Tad Arun Cyromdinehiain Itary Tadiana Ieclay Anollecean Sheri Wii

Not Guilty Plea Entered In Ku Klux Klan Case

In Indianapolis April the head of the Ku Klux Klan and two others pleaded not guilty at arraignment on indictments charging conspiracy to kidnap Mia Madge Oberholtzer. Stephensen faces an additional charge tied to her death. Judge Collings denied motions to quash. trial date not set, docket crowding may delay actions beyond May 25. Inquest postponed indefinitely as the case proceeds.

Indianapolis Ind TD. Stéphenson Krand Gragen Ku Kius Klan Earl Wlinek Bert Gentry Mia Madge Oberholtzer Stephensen Swi James A. Collings

Body recovered of auto river victim near Huntington

Police and river men recovered the body of John Pejing Jr four years old and the bodies of Fulin Boling 28 and his son on the river near the ferry landing after a boat accident. Mrs Fleming and Jennings 13 were aboard when the craft crashed through the railing into nine feet of water. The rescue followed an all night search with the ferry crew aiding. Funeral arrangements for the victims are announced.

Huntington John Pejing, Jr Sears Fulin Boling Mie Ginis Ty Lema W. Via I Anhe Fleming Jennlings Phiming Elised Waters Derenstrezin Mtry Poline Millersyert Hyacineh Mae Bindeau Cliftes Force Wil C. Te Taide

Bomb Blast Leaves Score of Dead and Wounded

A blast ripped through a public area, killing multiple people and injuring many more. Officials launched an investigation as emergency crews moved to the scene and authorities urged calm while tracing the attackers and securing the area.

Supreme Docket Tax Publicity Confuses Newspapers

A jumble of garbled text references the Supreme Court docket and tax publicity for newspapers. It mentions The Associated Press, Washington, and arguments about taxpayer reporting rights and government actions. The fragmentary notice hints at appeals and filings but lacks clear facts or outcomes.

Senate Considers Water Power Measure Amid Special Session

A state senate debate lifts the water power bill from a house action as Governor Gore’s wishes generate debate over an extraordinary session. The resolution seeks to monitor hydro electric legislation without forcing a dedicated session, with 6 to 2a adoption as part of the ongoing political maneuvering.

Senate House of Telesatce House Gore

Farm Professor Bewith Blayder Cuthteen Announcement

Fragmentary text describes a farm professor named Bewith Blayder Cuthteen, noted for medical or scientific work. It mentions a college or university context with support from an entity named Refior Wish and a funding figure around F120 000. The passage is garbled but suggests a public or academic announcement at a university setting.

Bewith Blayder Cuthteen AetieuThund Colfere Ar Stepminsien Arioeein

Masons End Reunion Tonight With Long List Of Attendees

The ceremony closes a historic gathering as many masons and their guests signaled the end of the reunion. The roster includes numerous named members and attendees, with street addresses and affiliations noted among the long list of participants.

Shepherd Pleads Murder Innocence in Trial Confusion

The articles recount Shepherd pleading not guilty to murder at the court hearing. Details describe the defense, judge, and proposed trial start, with attorneys and plans regarding evidence and custody, while noting ongoing uncertainty about timing and procedures.

State Senate Serenity After Stormy Meeting

A stormy Senate session prompted Hardman to hint at resignation while Randolph demands assurance that his supporters stand by him. Reports describe tense exchanges, fractured consensus, and looming questions about leadership and succession amid ongoing state government debates and calendar items.

Randolph

Button Game of Sworn Circulation Statements

A playful critique of newspaper practice describes a game of hide and seek with sworn circulation filings. Publishers print statements in only a few copies, then delay public release until an authoritative demand on April 15 exposes the omission. The piece mocks the quick hand over law compliance.

QNE Yu Vider Folka

Jury Completes Case Against Wheeler in Montana Senator Probe

The government has finished presenting evidence in the case against Montana Senator Wheeler. Prosecutors say the senator used his office improperly. A surprise witness is expected to take the stand to bolster the charges. The jury selection consumed about three hours.

Wheeler Montana

Wheeler Trial Opens Overland Profit Charge in Montana

In Fort Falls Mont a jury convened for the trial of Senator Burton K Wheeler on a charge tied to obtaining favors for a land venture before the Interior Department A surprise witness was listed by District Attorney Jenn B Slattery as defense objections and quick juror selection marked the start The first witness detailed permits connected to the case and was identified from his office records

Associated Press Areat Falls Mont Burton K. Wheeler Montana Federal District Court Department of Interior Wag Mindy Jenn B Slattery Henneth Accorda Teoks Phosman I Walsh Vhiet Slattery

Dirigible crew safe in dramatic London air report

April 6 relief crew saved after a dirigible crash over the sea near Bol Hai with crew carried away to safety. Reports from Bol Hai describe a rescue, with passengers and observers noting the craft was damaged but the crew remained alive. The scene drew timely dispatches to London and officials described the operation as satisfactory.

French Cabinet Member Feels Targeted Over Hair and Pose

Paris reports a New French cabinet member, sought for his stance on Pate and finance, expressed irritation at questions about his appearance. Amid crowded press outside the chamber of deputation, he joked about exchanging his portfolio for a head of hair, as photographers and reporters chased comments.

Touchy On Pate Paris Joseph Danx Enm Bagar France M. Cullioux M. Buluieve M. Caillnuss Ministry of

Boxing Bill Is Killed in House

The House of Delegates defeated a boxing regulation bill on its third reading. Delegates debated prohibitions on prize fights and prize fees, with supporters citing state authority while opponents warned of overreach and impacts on sporting events. The measure faced strong criticism from Morris and others who argued it would curb legitimate contests.

House of Delegates Hoxing Harald Mathews iSanawha Courty Sime Delexatee Morrin Delegaiv Morris Ritchie County Ile Saul

Three Candidates Named in German Presidential Ballot

Three candidates appear on the ballot for Germanys presidential election to be held four weeks from Sunday. General von Wiy denbure of the United Right, Dr Whelan Marx for the People's bloc, and Ernst Thachmann of the communal party head the field. Nominations closed as 2,685,000 voters participated in the March 28 election. the federal election commissioner must provide 83,840,000 ballots for the remit.

Breeis Topsy Tren Rapa Mdates Marshal von Wiydenbure United Right Whelan Marx People’s Bloc Ernst Thachmann Demas Con Monial Party Mianlant Tentent Nis Federal Election Commissioner Germany

Hearings on Gas Rate Case Resumed in Federal Court

The United Fuel Gas Company seeks a temporary restraining order against the Public Service Commission after its rate denial. Arguments focus on whether One Gost was connected to the matter and if the public service commission’s order warrants reconsideration. Protestants urge favorable view of the commission’s action while Charleston industries defend wider defendants in the case.

Gota Eless Hsorgs Tinited Stat District Court Moe United Puel Gas Company Aita SPH Tne Getien Jude Wa Wr. Hummel Charleston Perry Selleitor Spilman Charleston Industries Huntington Ripley and Ravenswood Manufacturers’ Club of Industrial Rangerus Charmngton Sao

House Discord Over Rules Sparks Battle in Assembly

Discontent surfaced as delegates clashed over the powers of the steering committee and calendar duties. A floor fight exposed tensions across parties, with resignations and accusations of discourtesy and jog-rolling amid a bid to read the Bible on the public school calendar.

Ay Clyde H. East House of Delegates Mittec Comenonly House Railroad Committee Federer Morongalia Cogar Webster Ceffield Hall Underwood Judiciary Committee Keatley Street Zew Fehl Duval Wood County Hobinson Harrison County Senate Heabertin Robinson Mems Bora

Scott reprieve granted by governor

In Chicago on April 16 the 90 day reprieve for Russell Scott, former gambling promoter, spares him from execution tonight. Governor Small granted clemency after the Supreme Court delayed ruling on a writ of supersedeas. Scott returned to his Cook County Jail cell as the stay was issued.

Associated Press Chicago Supreme Court Curt

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