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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1928

Page

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Uninstructed rally to Chilton banner in Kanawha county

Democratic county convention in Kanawha seeks delegates for the August county and state nominating meetings. Joseph E. Chilton leads in the race for circuit judge with pledges from 100 delegates and support from Charleston bar members. Alexander garners some uninstructed votes, while district delegates split. The session turns tense as factions maneuver for two fifths of the delegation and a fight over who carries the county ticket.

Clyde N Rage Joseph E. Chilton Yenterney SOUR Kanawhs Abio Erat Charleston Bar Association Charleston Mejor Cnnton Morembat Abeannider Wnen Qe Chilton London May Chilton Malden Diatrict Mr. Chilton Srategles Charen ¥. Deenton Slack Br. O. CG Robertson Mick Gracx John Democrate Clark Hee Ros de Persaenert Wufly Alexander Zavorin Joseph Onair Atem Friends Somettion Nex Clarksburg Neon State Supreme Court Joseph. Kenna W. & OR. Byrne Cross Pinano

Smith Demands Proof and Right to Answer Straton

Governor Smith challenges Rev Dr Straton over church remarks linking the Democrat nominee to moral progress foes. He asks to be invited to Straton’s Calvary church to present his side and answer questions about his public career. The request signals a Clintonian battle over fair play and accountability.

Albany Smith John Roach Straten Dr. Straton New York Times Moonday Fou America

Hoover poised for another finals bid as Rogers hints

Beverly Hills Aug 7 Hersle and secret are not spilling, urging Hoover to advance to the finals again. Hoover plans a 45 minute speech proclaiming pride in America's chosen standard and aims to live up to it while commentators note Cal Coolidge fading from the press and speculate on coverage.

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GOP Supports Judge Hatcher in County Delegates Contest

Republican conventions pitched excitement over a delegate fight between supporters of Judge John H. Hatcher and Charles Ritchie for higher bench seats. Hudson ran strong, with 103 instructed delegates at Fairmont, while remaining delegates went uninstructed. Local action endorsed Hudson for a second term and left the Kanawha delegation free to vote as they please.

AP. Hudson Uno John H. Hatcher Charles Ritchie Tor State Supreme Court For Appeals Hudson Fairmont Pallmont Circuit Bench Charies Hatcher EL T England Ritchis McWhorter Walt Nie Mate Charleston Indora Supreme Bench Pairmont Li Wes Kanawha Elk Kudsen Jefferson Toudon E Malden Poca Union Washington Buster

Brennan Death Narrows To Hours In Septic Poisoning

From Chicago Associated Press. George E Brennan Democratic national committeeman for Tenans is dying after septic poisoning. He was abandoned by family, kidney failure worsened, and physicians say he cannot live beyond a day. State Rep Joseph Gill confirms near-term death as Brennan’s family stays by his side. Catholic church rites have been given.

Sry Associated Press Chicagg. Ang George E. Brennan Ratia National Tre Nels Joseph Gill Mc Brenner Bren

Demands for access flood Governor Smith's campaign HQ

A flood of requests reaches Governor Smith's national headquarters as varied donors and enthusiasts offer services and gifts. from yacht launches to mortgage help, song broadcasts, stories, and public stunts, all seeking reimbursement or exposure for the Smith campaign. A notable donor even promises a midair refueling stunt to spread the candidate's name across Times Square.

Jorada Uke New York Times Square Arouadh The Smith Houston Governor Smith Iag Diynela Ostess Damed Smith

Willie Willis and the missing table leaves

The fragment shows a garbled line about Willie Willis claiming he could not go without Moor and a stubborn table leaves. No clear event or entities beyond these names are readable.

Italian Sub Crew Dead After Adriatic Sinking Rescue

The Italian submarine P-14 with 31 dead from poisonous gases was brought to the Adriatic coast after sinking four hours earlier. Salvage teams, aided by pontoons, raised the hull but found the crew had perished. Rescue attempts and harsh conditions marked the operation as the Italian Navy reported the loss as its worst since 1925.

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Death by Own Action Ends Malcolm Maloney's Life

Malcolm Maloney a former county schools clerk died yesterday afternoon at Getty Grove from a self-inflicted gunshot. The 21 to 24 year old Cedar Grove native lived with his parents Mr and Mrs J H Maloney and leaves several brothers. County coroner Dr W P Black ruled death as suicide after initial inquiry and no note was found. The shooting occurred near the battery shop and service station run by his brother, around 3 20 p m, with no further details or indications of motive disclosed.

Malcolm Maloney County Department of Schools Court House Miax Florence Kuhn Himpelf Getty Grove Maloney Cedar Grove J.H. Maloney W. P. Black

Tourists Robbed by Mexican Bandits

Dwight W. Morrow, American envoy, reports bandits robbed tourists and a Expresa office of several thousand dollars. Raiders attacked passengers at autumo sites and a train, causing a wreck near Sandy Hook Md. Keating escaped danger while Burns Cody disappeared after falling into the canal.

Dwight W. Morrow Mexico Expresa Autumo Canal Lock Harpers Perry Merchant Slater Nira Katig Keating Sandy Hook Uar Canal Rock Keating Burns Cody

Judge Miller Taken by Death

Judge William Ninwoncer Miller of the West Virginia Supreme Court died at 30 o'clock yesterday evening at his home on Veasy Street. He served on the high tribunal for 23 years, leaving a reputation for conscientious and capable service. Funeral services will be held at the Veasy Street residence at 10 o'clock Thursday morning and at Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church at Park Ishons at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon. Surviving him are his widow Maud Dawson Miller, a daughter, and three grandchildren. Born October 35, 1855 in Ohio, he was educated at Otterbein University and practiced law in West Virginia before joining the bench. He was active in Republican circles and the state legal profession.

Willian Ninwoncer Miller West Virginia Supreme Court Appeals Veasy Street Trinlity Protestant Episcopal Church Parkishons Miler Maud Dawson Miler Everett Drennen William N Everett Jean Dreanen Miller Nestor Braupreme Engi Enor High Tribunal Thomas G. Green White James Paull James French Patton Frank Cox Acre Lee Ohio Ottenheia University Milter W. HE. White

Woman Kills Husband After Knife Fight Over Jealousy

New York August 7 1930 Associated Press report says Glen Kirkwood a Queens veterinary and radio talent died after a knife fight sparked by jealousy. His wife Mrs Kirkwood 32 confessed to the district attorney that she killed him during a struggle for possession of a note or item. Police found Kirkwood dead in the kitchen of their Lake Ronkonkoma Long Island home. The couple had been living with Mrs Kirkwood’s son from a previous marriage and the wife had been staying at the summer cottage since June. Police meanwhile reported she made a confession statement to the district attorney later.

Associated Press New York Glen Eivcwood Queens Ane Kirkwood Keo Jon McAvoy Yoot- Aide Mia Lake Ronkonkoms Long Island

Dawson Completes Serving Sentence

Dawson finishes a 60 day sentence with good time allowances and a release on August 6 after a period in custody. He was commended by jail officials for model behavior and service, having pleaded guilty to an indictment from a prior term and receiving a stay of execution to attend private business.

Pembling Place Momouth Rutiner Dawson Biel Ana Ita

I C C Approves Compromise Lake Coal Rates

The Interstate Commerce Commission allowed July Lake cargo coal rates from Kentucky Tennessee Virginia and southern West Virginia to take effect August 15 with a 10 cent per ton rise and a refund provision. The decision follows northern and southern railroad talks in New York and maintains existing ranges amid a court contest and injunctions.

Washington Kentucky Tennessee West Virginia Virginia Interstate Commerce Commission Southern Rane Ické Pittsburgh Lake Sargo Bentucky Tennvsase West Virginie Southern Talroads Lake Porte Ikke Uoder

Fire From Her Pipe Burns Woman to Death

In Williamson on August 7 Mrs. James Mundy, 72, died at her Sprigg home after clothing caught fire from a clay pipe she smoked. The blaze was stopped by her husband and grandson, but she did not recover. Mundy Jr., chief engineer at the Sprige Plant of the Appalachian Power Co., is named in the notice.

Charleton athlete dies from electric burn at plant

Willem Francks Aultz, 23, a known athlete from Charleston, died after an electric incident at the Westraco chemical plant where he worked as an electrician helper on vacation. He collapsed at 2 p.m. Monday and died at Bunn Hospital at 3:18 p.m. Tuesday after medical treatment. Funeral services are set for Thursday at Randolph Street Baptist Church with Rev. Bradshaw officiating. Burial will be at Spring Hill cemetery. He was a 1925 Charleston High School graduate and led in athletics, serving as captain of the football and track teams and class president. He attended West Virginia University for two and a half years. The accident occurred while he dropped a tool and came into contact with high voltage equipment. Surviving are his parents, 1 brother James M. Aultz, and other family.

Willem Francks Auitz Charlemton Westraco South Ghatleaton Bunn Hospital South Charleston John Bare Jow Charleston Formafiy Buenasta. Place Charleston Street Randolph Street Baptist Church Mr. Bradshaw Spring Hill Bill Aultz Yong Man L. L. Aultz James M.aultz West Side Charleston Elgn School West ‘Virginia University Morgantown

Palm Beach Storm Intensifies Wreaks Havoc Across Coast

Palm Beach and nearby towns faced a strengthening tropical storm with hurricane force winds reported near 75 mph. Extensive damage affected trees, signs, and buildings. one injury to a Florida Power employee as a car crash occurred amid power outages and flooding. Weather officials issued hurricane warnings along the coast from Jupiter to Daytona as a second tropical disturbance formed inland.

Bresgi West Palm Beach Fie Prim Beach Talles Xhora Palm Beach Eyall T. P. Culbroth Figrida and Power Company Lake Worth Falm Beach Ocean Boulevard Nasmiy Washington Weather Bureau Jupiter Daytona Fis Svast Emtral

Ansted Woman Shoots Husband in Montgomery Hospital

An Ansted woman shot her husband last night in the Coal Valley area. Emory Artaugh was severely wounded and taken to Montgomery General Hospital, where state police placed the assailant under arrest. The scene was promptly secured by officers who arrived minutes after the incident.

Jett Emory Artaugh Ansted Coal Valley Hospital Montgomery Teg Jrusnea

Taxi Driver Fatally Injured Near Lewisburg

Police report a Gauley Bridge taxi driver L. Winebrenner found dying along the Midland Trail west of Lewisburg. He died from a fractured skull and jaw injuries. A person of interest traveled with him earlier, description released, identity unknown.

L. Winebrenner Gauley Bridge Lewisburg Winebrenner Jurr Learis Burg Yaso Timch Brushy Ridge Wiebrennec Penton

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