War profits of steel industry aired by board
A Federal Trade Commission report to Congress analyzes war era profits and costs of the steel industry from 1915 to 1920. It notes United States Steel Corporation controlled about half of production, with Bethlehem Steel and others absorbing rivals, and explains how taxes and investment shaped earnings across four production classes.
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Washington
Secretary of the
Senate
House
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
War Industries Ward
United States Steel Orporation
Bethlehem Stert Carpnrwnina Hyeh
Midvale Steel Pad Ordnance Company
Luch- Dyanna Steel Company
Oiteini
Compassion
Siow
Aem
Firat
Mielala
United States Steel Corperspien
Jow Usta
Cmtsston
Prafius
United States Seel Corporation
Ming
Steel
Huntington to retire as Virginian Railway president
W. Huntington announces plan to retire on June 30 as Virginian Railway president. He says resignation is incidental to leasing and joint operation plans with Norfolk and Western. He will take a short vacation before pursuing other business interests. his career began as freight brakeman in 1876 and he rose to Virginian head in 1916.
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W. Pntington
Wartricht
Virginian Railway
Orfolk and Western
Praperties
Huntington
Virmian
Smtty
T. H. Bkers
Pir Huntington
Othe
Norfolk and Western
Western
Virginian
Rock Dina Ines
Huntingtoner
Ofiha O
Town Central Jersey
Ntral S
Minneapolis
Uff
Virginian System
Kinson Widow Passes Away in Clarksburg Home
Clarksburg April 22. The widow of former governor George W. Atkinson, H. D. Atkinson, died this evening at her son Horner Vis’s home in the city after a period of ill health following a theft incident on April 4 in Aire. She had moved to reside with her son after the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksburg
H. D. Atkinson
Avernor
George _W. Jason
Hornervis
Atkinson
Aire
Gas Conference Seeks Uniform Gas Schedules Across Six States
Public Service Commissions of Ohio Pennsylvania West Virginia New York Maryland and Kentucky are urged to unite to map rules practices rates and conservation plans for natural gas. The petition comes from a municipal gas conference seeking standardization of schedules and supplies.
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Public Service Commissions
Ohio
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
New York
Maryland
Kentucky
Municipal Gas Conference
Barefoot Bova Suspended From Florida School
The barefoot club at a Florida school faced suspension after a penance gathering by more than twenty students. The event occurred during a coin war and involved the school crowd, with no garters, sacks, or aloes used in the act.
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Barefoot Bova
Florida
Wearline Barterlenn Navks
Collereu
NED
Tarefoot Club
Freak Weather Batters Midwest and Plains States
Chicago reports April heat waves as Western and Midwestern states suffer record warmth. Indiana, Michigan, and Nebraska face hot conditions with studies noting eighties in parts, while South Dakota endures wind and rain damage. Some forecasts warn of cooler weather and possible snow in northern regions tonight.
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Chicago
Montana
South Dakota
Nebraska
Texan
Mercure
Mhicam
Milwaukee
St. Mal
Alea
Hennigin County
Indiana
Michigan
Indianapolis
Bute
Record heat sweeps several states with Washington topping
In April heat shatters records across multiple states as Washington reports the highest temperatures. Other cities like Nashville and Chicago post unusually high readings with notable warmth in Indianapolis and Phoenix figures.
Regulatory Commission Petition Aims Unified Interstate Gas Rules
A multi state group led by the executive committee petitions the Interstate Commerce Commission to establish uniform gas rate scheduling and conservation standards across six states including New York Ohio and Kentucky. The petition argues lack of uniformity and proposes phased adoption by state public service commissions. A representative meeting is planned with interstate partners in Cincinnati.
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Puptravc
Pute
Oie Dennerlania
Wrat Worsted
New York
Maryhnd
Kentucky
Ccm
Munivmel Natural
Ruth
Merton
Interstite Conmienen Caryfomion
Vespeergie Stare Eran
Muesieis Fy Caetr
Wales
Tercrih
Cinetmaart
Wheeler Trial Reaches Final Stage In Court
A chaotic transcript details a Montana court session where both state and defense debated calling additional East Coast witnesses for Senator Wheeler’s trial. Jurors prepared to hear testimony as sides negotiated witness lists and possible delays, with Judge Bratk urging orderly proceedings and final decisions on remaining witnesses.
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Wheeler
Mont
Ruri Ke
Mantisia Ui Operster
Ater the Dawgers
Serine
Trefonse Witnenaie
Sar Wits
New York
Heyes
Sleen
Cathrow Wight
Seaton Weeder
Jake
Bulgaria Quiet After Riots Amid War-Torn News
Reports from Soria Bulgaria describe a tense environment after protests. Soldiers and allied ambassadors monitor activity as authorities impose measures, with sporadic gunfire and damaged property noted around key sites including a cathedral.
Code of International Law Held as Peace Aid in Hughes Address
A Hughes speech before the American Society of International Law urges codification of international law to achieve world peace. He calls for US leadership in a global conference and for rapid support of a permanent court of international justice, emphasizing transparent deliberation and universal participation.
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Hughes
Vngton
Hagher
Spcle Aty
Mynbers
United States
Wand Reipers
Wtte
Permanent Court of International Guatice
Ghee
Cincy Cops Claim Promises Not Kept
A chaotic report details alleged broken promises by police and officials during a federal case. The piece names Safety Director Charles Tudor and others, noting witnesses and prisoners involved, and mentions a disciplinary or penitentiary outcome. The account references a district court procedure and accusations of withheld or altered actions.
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Cinpinnate
Faye
Patteenien
Merart
Charles Tudor
Dikriet Court
Thyear
Dale
Lee Meyer
Patiewaen
Archie
Youth Must Die Case Reaches Supreme Court For Mercy
A dubious excerpt reports a capital case from Moresville involving a defendant accused of killing a grandmother to steal valuables. The text cites appeals and a demand for a new trial, with a Supreme Court review looming and unclear dates or names due to garbled OCR.
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Gaeles
Ieraurentdins
Deter Cavalier
Moresville
Tna
Supreme Court
Toliss
Yao
House Approves Capitol Work and Investigation Extension
The House moves to extend the investigation into fraud schemes and improper conduct. Delegates debate amendments and set procedures, with calls to maintain integrity while advancing oversight of public funds. The vote reflects partisan alignment on accountability measures and procedural timing.
There Are No Walls Around Charleston
A vintage Gazette appeal argues merchants should advertise in The Gazette to reach both city and suburban readers. It cites that The Gazette has the largest city circulation and double suburban reach, promising lower advertising costs through a broad audience and audited guaranteed circulation.
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Charleston
Gazette
China
The
A. B.C
Jackson Gets Darst's Place on State Board
A detailed nomination record shows Jackson replacing Darst on the state board, with the full slate including Abbott, O’Conner, and Jenkins confirmed or pending in a Senate session. The report notes executive session deliberations, retirements, and numerous appointments across state departments and commissions.
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Jackson
Darst
Diplomat Entangled in Law After Hospital Incident
A diplomat faces legal trouble following an incident at a Houston hospital amid questions of diplomatic immunity. Overnight examinations revealed alleged medical and security concerns, with officials noting a disputed clash at a restaurant and mandatory detentions. Police reported a suspect removed to a facility for further questioning, while authorities prepared a report for the state department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Coote
Marty
Fenaiatky
Pelaoner
State Budget Slashed In Broad Readiness For Solons
A rough draft budget bill slashes expenditures across state agencies, with total budgeted spending just over $7.2 million, under projected revenues. The plan, amid murky figures and a looming conference with Governor Gore, trims funds from education, prohibition, and many departments while preserving salaries for top officials.
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Robert G. Murphy
State Senate
House of Delegates
Board of Public Works
Pudlicty
Niance Committee
House
Senate
Howard Bf. Gore
Education
Prohibition Department
Endis
Department of Mince
Hinterian and Archiviat Leroi
Lewisburg Man Succeeds Darst On State Board
Lewisburg man Jackson Calamesce A promoted to the state central board after Senate confirmation. A prominent farmer from Greenbrier County, he earlier led the West Virginia Farm Bureau Federation as president for ten years. An alumnus of Lewisburg Military School and West Virginia University, he specialized in cattle farming and has been active in Republican local affairs.
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Calamesce A
Jackson
Gevenbrier
Howard WW
Gare
Minte Board of Central
State Senate
Tevendy
Geewird Tern
West Virginia Farm Bureau Federation
Lizcenheter Military School
West Virginia Unie Vermis
Greenbrice
Hin County
Delegates Quit House In Fight Over Court Plan
In a close session in Mito county the House debated a measure to establish an intermediate court. Delegates split along factional lines as they debated postponing the bill before adjourning after a heated vote.
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Mito
Delegats Hall
Minse
Lull Deepens in Coal Strike Zone Amid Arrests
In Richland and West Viria districts miners and organizers face federal charges for violating injunctions as arrests sweep the area. Local authorities, including United States deputies, report ongoing tension with meetings continuing and a series of incidents, including a shooting near Metert.
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U. S. Corporation
Zost
Untington
Norfolk & Western
Kinson
Mid West
Apsis
Wineta
Ghia
Tennessee
Pares
Welteevssa
Wells
Jung
Trent
U.S
Tedern Judwe Bratk SB. Dintrich
Sianamenytmentstom
HENLE
Taipei
Tapench Ly
Wittem
Bulgaria
Russia
Black Sea
Soria
Malgaete
Sinbassadors
Tarvine
Great Conference of Representatives of All Nations
Mowles
Ian
Internaciana
Mughew
CINCY
Wey
House of
Detegabes
Lave Niga
Severnar Cmd Radtoe
Comision
Aettieles
Pete
Prine
Ayetes
Paul
Vivier
Heen
Wade
Weber
Delegete Morr
Tad Fay
Masti
Turpbert
Iby
Hislan Lewin
Cama Cedlons
Ithe
Dane
Vreyney
Wetvel
Greenbrier County
Board of Control
Farm Bureau
Morgan
Atpolatieria
Thaware
Clarenes
Son
WA. Abbott
Tayion County
Aspharkhye Cammestawer
Otonnor
Ctandelph
Eounty
Department of PM
Wariety
Lerma
Whine County
George BD. Curtin
One
Uend Game Department
Tran
Varius Atite
Lst
Mareen
A. Abott
Taylor County
O'Conner
Fred da Jenkins
Sterlon Uu
Panty
Department of Education and Prohibition Commission
Tram
Insurance Department
Fram
Securities
Uhkwr Securities Department
Tremurer
Secretary of State
EIST
Lorkand
Prohibition
State Prohibition Department
Myler
Department of Miner
Fhia
Flenco
Bane Ned Crake
Lewisburg
Mingo County
Marton
Mumibera
My Rabinson
Murrison
Stevens
Captenbrier
Andrewes
Alomar
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Minera Wit
Jalheres
Faderat Ne Jumeliata
Richland
West Vira
Vestine
Wothens
Amott
AL Tabet
Hib Maat
Wiener
Picur
Colllera
Brooks County
Adarwee
Fred
Crow
Andrew Lane
Hegre
Hense
Aitech
Frank Ledsinke
Tee Hall
Jobn J. Lewis
A. Riltner
Gov. Savae
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Litn
Aftteiais
Tan
Pison
Boston
Theodore
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