Page 34 Cot 4 Details Put at 23 Million
The record fragment notes a sum of 23 000 000 dollars or 199 000 horsepower linked to Page 34 Cot 4. Further context is unclear from the OCR snippet.
01 Aug 1930
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1930
Page
1
The record fragment notes a sum of 23 000 000 dollars or 199 000 horsepower linked to Page 34 Cot 4. Further context is unclear from the OCR snippet.
Severe drought grips the state as fires rage through Monongahela National Forest near Biking and Mechen in Maraball county. Crews from Atkins, Parsons and Thomas battle blazes amid limited water, with firefighters curbing flames along the White front and Mosart Helgats in Morgan county and surrounding areas.
In San Francisco the moonry Billings bombing trial witness John MacDonald recanted under police denials before the California supreme court. Captain Charles Gott questioned the pardon procedure, while other witnesses testified to alleged perjury and identification near the bombing scene. Governor's office to review the pardon recommendation and MacDonald’s statements in Sacramento.
Arthur B. Gates, auditor at a New York hotel, was held on a $10,000 bond by Justice W. A. Tully on a charge of cabberaling hotel funds. Gates waived preliminary hearing and remained in county jail overnight. The warrant accused him of converting hotel proceeds for personal use.
Communist activity in south central China expands grip on key cities. heavy fighting reported near Changsha and Hankow. Palos gunboat engaged with casualties on both sides as barbed wire defenses rise around Hankow concessions. Two Americans reported held for ransom amid turmoil.
Fire Chief James McLane dismissed Firemen James McIntosh and Helmick of Central station on drunkenness charges after arrests on Avon Street. Mayor Wertz and McLane announced immediate vacancies and planned new hires. Arresting officers included Lieut Arch Brown Detective Cecil Hundley and Officers Henson Medley and Price.
Destitute eight day old infant found in a library wash room after the母 mother, Mrs. Gkees, abandoned him amid distress in the city. Police, matron, and Salvation Army hospital staff recovered the child and planned care while seeking the young mother to place her in juvenile custody.
The R 100 dirigible reaches Montreal after a 3400 mile trek from England. Damaged fins and headwinds slowed progress near the Canadian coast. The craft surfaced near Canrington and progress lagged in the final miles as a control cabin and promenade decks were captured in a photo.
Three U S engineers arrived in Charleston to survey the Kanawha river for a nine foot channel aligning with Ohio river canalization from Pittsburgh to Cairo. The project, funded by a 1 750 000 dollar congressional appropriation, aims to facilitate barge traffic to the head of navigation. Charleston business leader M Merrill outlined plans for replacing upper Kanawha dams with two modern dams and wider locks, while noting lower Kanawha improvements await future Congress action. The survey also examined the impact of dam raising on water levels near Len's Creek and the mouth of the Kanawha.
Washington reports a push from field directors for expanded enforcement staffing. Prohibition chief Amon W. Woodcock plans a 25 percent rise in agents, proposing about 2,000 total, after talks with twelve regional admins. Treasury’s James M. Doren signals a turn to Page 21 for more details.
London July 31 United Kingdom completes ratification of the London treaty Chancellor Snowden said King George signed the ratification with the Dominions United States and Japan to deposit simultaneously. Premier MacDonald urged timely passage as negotiations continue with France and Italy for final acceptance. Emperor of Japan sent the London wave treaty to the Diet for council consideration.
Reports from Chicago and New York say the Baltimore and Ohio has acquired control of the Chicago and Alton, with officials admitting negotiations but no final conclusion. The move would create the shortest route between New York and Chicago, tying into a larger B&O consolidation plan and a 180 mile new line in Pennsylvania.
The Charleston directory for 1930 from Z L Polk lists unusual surnames such as Ash Bay Beach Birch Chestnutt Crattres Rider Onka Spree and branches Woods and Gentry Motley Medley. It notes newcomers and householders, lists auto brands, and suggests readers may spot humorous name pairings like Banner Bunting Fleg and Beard Razor.
West Virginia Airways Inc announced the purchase of a Stinson Junior four place cabin monoplane for a Charleston to Pittsburgh service with a tentative August 5 start date. A daily round trip is planned and funds exist to add another cabin plane as needed.
The July grand jury reported that Chicago news reporters were honorable and not involved in criminal activity in connection with the murder of Alfred J. Lingle, a Tribune reporter of 16 years. The slaying had disrupted police work, sparked a fierce newspaper war, and led to charges against several editors.
West Orange New Jersey July 33 forty nine bright young men seeking one four year college scholarship faced Edison’s famed questionnaire. They tackled a desert expedition ethics problem and a Ford value question while Maury Ford helped grade the papers. The top results will be announced tomorrow.
British dirigible R-100 arrived at Montreal’s Hubert Field at 1 33 a m local time after a 3400 mile journey from Carrington England. It planned to circle the field until dawn before mooring as weather improved for a possible dawn arrival over the field.
Poor Elk river flow has Charleston relying on Bik river inflow for daily water needs. Officials say water is safe but has unpleasant taste and odor from microscopic growth. Engineers plan dredging to remove debris and improve current. city and state officials confirm safety and monitor quality.
In Bluefield a railroad electrician named Hughes, 25, died after touching a charged wire of 40 volts. His bride of three weeks survived the accident.
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