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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1925
Page
1
Prominent figures across the country join a formal application to the Attorney General and Governor to pardon former Indiana governor McCray, now serving a ten year sentence in Atlanta for mail fraud. The appeal argues the sentence excessive and notes readiness to make restitution.
Police and federal agents raided the Chinese quarter on Monday and began processing narcotic addicts for relief. Officials said several addicts would be sent to state or federal institutions for care while others faced county jails. Investigations focus on narcotics exchanges for stolen merchandise connected to rival gangs.
In a nationwide move to win release from the Avington Penitentiary Warren T. Moray former Indiana governor filed a formal pardon application. More than twenty letters from senators governors ministers and banking leaders supported leniency urging fair consideration by the Attorney General before it moves to the president. Moray is serving a 40 year term for fraudulent cattle and dairy business schemes. supporters argue he could compensate victims over time if pardoned.
A Philadelphia dispatch reports union leaders and miners debate government intervention to avert a coal shortage. J J Lewis refuses to discuss anthracite talks while signaling broader industry worries over hard and soft coal and possible arbitration. Officials from the Glenwood and West Virginia factions weigh in as Atlantic City plays host to stalled negotiations.
Massive clashes between striking oil workers and Chinese authorities in Tien Tsin left many dead or wounded and several ringleaders arrested. Police and guards used rifles to quell the mob as students and visitors were targeted. reinforcements arrived after dusk, and authorities warned of tighter precautions to prevent further outbreaks.
The ongoing divorce case features conflicting stories from Mrs. Scott and her husband, Scott, with testimony detailing alleged meetings with a bootlegger in her Washington apartment and insinuations of infidelity. A Chicago photographer was ordered to document key moments as the trial proceeds, including depositions about Mrs. Scott’s residence and social contacts during the separation.
San Francisco August 12 testimony indicated Vorgindy Eameston one year old was accused of murdering her mother in the apartment. Prosecution seeks first degree murder verdict, claiming deliberate and premeditated act. Defense argues possible insanity. Several residents testified about events surrounding the killing and a man identified as Tiare Stein appeared. Evidence included a gunshot wound in Mrs Ellingston and a bullet in the wall.
Weather conditions favorable for forest fire risk are easing in parts of Idaho and western Montana. Reports indicate reduced danger with ongoing trenching and containment along a ten mile Kuniksu reserve frontage. Firefighting crews expect control within days as affected watersheds and timber areas remain vulnerable to wind and shifting weather.
New York real estate operator Browning released photostatic copies of letters said to be by Cinderella who had acted in his ward’s role last week. The letters deny alleged improper advances and express distress over critics while defending his custody actions after her suicide attempt.
The Wet HM State Federation of Laur resumed its convention in PON Aug 12 amid a stormy session triggered by yesterday's disruption. John Vinaien of Williamstown was elected president as factions argued over representation and action toward mine workers. The oilvees word not return malaws the other faction stite willing no Die Gut a Raunty dint AL User! Male Dee.
A wild escape from Salem jail ends in three deaths as Bert Jones leads a breakout. Officers are fatally wounded and several fugitives flee toward Oregon country before being pursued and some recaptured. The chaotic scene involved a crowd of onlookers and a lengthy manhunt.
Damonth Mey reports a severely deteriorated scene as a schoolteacher is found dead beside a ditch on a rural road near Otter Ville Ma. Investigators tie the victim to a shooting and indicate the body bears marks consistent with an assault. The driver’s car and route through Seladia and Lamunee are noted as key elements of the investigation.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Coalperator visiting Coolidge Swampscot and Plymouth with mentions of White Court and Cleveland. References to Governor and mine workers talk, hinting at coal industry issues and discussions on ventilation and mine conditions. Names and places are incomplete but indicate a political economic visit and labor concerns.
Rail freight data from the American Railway Association shows 1,04,063 cars loaded in the week ending August 1, with 10,460 more cars than the previous week and 1,248 loaded to the week’s end. The association notes loadings are up 268,500 by year’s end while warning of overall shortages and emphasizing heavy traffic growth across regions.
The Society of the Sons of the Revolution held a meeting in Pa rment on August 12 adding nineteen names to membership for the coming year. Officers present included W. S. Haymond Robert Cunningham To We Jeming Slavenca L Muggrave Fairmont Hickman Phineas Bay Dia Morgantown and planning another session in September.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered joint low volatile smokeless coal routes from West Virginia to New England markets. Railroads including Chesapeake & Ohio and Baltimore & Ohio will route coal via Potomac yards and Pennsylvania routes, with new rates effective by October 25. The decision aims to ease domestic fuel shortages and diversify coal supply, especially for urban households.
Washington reports the American and Belgian debt commissions must seek common ground to revive talks on refunding Belgiums debt to the United States. No firm offer or optimism declared as parties prepare for renewed sessions, considering a possible moratorium on principal payments while negotiations continue.
The West Virginia potato growers association met during the state farm camp. Officers elected for the year include President X Humphrey of Wood County, Vice President W J Strauder, and Secretary-Treasurer J Giles Taughin of Charleston. About 200 members attended, with 30 county agents and 125 state farmers registered for lectures and demonstrations.
American forces tamed Welling in New Zealand as crowds flooded the streets. The parade, luncheon with officials, and reception left Admiral Counts and officers warmly greeted, amid cheers for the US crew.
Guggenheim attracts Gazette readers with renewed excitement as a new Guggenheim entry appears. The article notes the dash of reference books and the potential to close the New River canyon gap, highlighting the ongoing race and public interest.
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