Rail men balk heavy burden in grade work
City and two railroads clash over funding for widening and undergrade crossings in Charleston. Chesapeake and Ohio and New York Central oppose bearing heavy costs while Mayor Wertz and council push for Ferry Branch and Young Street improvements. Sessions review 50-50 or 30-50 cost shares and plan for September 4 meeting to finalize proposals with the ordinance committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Chesapeake & Chin
New York Central
Reids
Wertz
Esther Vand
G. B. Wal
Chesapeake and Ohio Company
Ferry Branch
Wall
W. J. Harahan
Herbert Fitzpatrick
Leroy Allebach
Young Street
Leason
Railroad.co
Geveral
Wifvers
U of
Mayer Wertz
Ratire
Connell
Peery Branch
Chesapeake and Obig
Masoni Wertz
GW. Johns
J. E. Wsil
Herbert Kine
CN. Davis
Jon Dire
M. McVey
Leres Aliebach
Come 303
du Ands Wines
I. Rummel
Bione
Qiugh Walker
Eagar
Wall Axks
Wal
South
DePont
Nltra
Allebach
Nix Company
Trathc
Capitol Street
Court Street
Bullby Street
Yor Central
Eliy
Young Sirevi
Ajiebach Karate
Tressinga
Huntington
Yuriya
Ires
Capi
Naval Flyers Ready For New Trial Bowdoin Ordered In
Commander Byrd of the MacMillan Expedition sought to pit planes against arctic barriers but the decision was made to call off further polar exploration attempts. He expressed admiration for the aviators courage while noting work could not be completed.
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Byrd
MacMillan
Arctic
Washington
Aliska
Donald K. McMillan
National
Uemsvankld Society
Tar Bik Expeditine
Byrds
Navy Department
Aghteng Bard
Larus Sim Sshanilde
Byrd Plan For One More Flight In Arctic Expedition
Lieutenant Commander Byrd signals desire to attempt another long flight against Arctic weather. MacMillan supports pushing to prove limits despite forecasted storms. Navy orders pause exploration. Byrd hopes to fly with maximum loads to fulfill mission.
Fulwiler May Get Prohibition Post Appointment
Federal prohibition officers meeting in Washington signaled the probable appointment of Tahert A. Fulcher of Virginia as director of prohibition for the district comprising Virginia and West Virginia. With headquarters at Roanoke, the move could see Fulcher as district chief for northern or southern Virginia and possibly administrator for both states.
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Tahert A. Fulcher
Virginia
West Var
Tdmeain Anfrewe
the Treasury
National Organization
Wheeling
Charieslim
Autunl
May day talks on ships bridge purchase offer
A generic U S delegation arrived to discuss buying government vessels linking Puget Sound and the Orient. They plan to travel to Washington for a formal offer, saying they will proceed with the purchase.
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Seattle
Wash
Ane
Stanley Doar
Generiatos
Xine Ding Board
Maren 1
Caning
Ba Prviaenieye
Far Bant
Pucet Sound
Orient
Washington
Dolhity
Bernheim to resign state post in Charleston
Robert B. Bernheim, secretary of the Public Service Commission, plans to resign soon. He will be succeeded by Ware Coffman of Elkins. The change was announced last night with indeterminate timing for immediate effect. Bernheim has served about five years and was noted as efficient and popular in Charleston.
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Robert B. Bernheim
Public Services Commitality
T Ware Coffmin
Eikins
Darriet
Binin
Ceiftinan
Horthuru
Cineull
Hattrison
Claustutre
Bernheim
Public Service Commission
Charleston
Mrk. Bernheim
McDowell
Welch
Dirchit
Jammer
Missiony
Beynheim
Wolch
Sion Wee Birk S. Surthere
Westen
CE. Nethken
Keyser
Ederle Ready for New Attempt at Channel Crossings
Gertrude Ederle plans another attempt to cross the sea channel between Cape Crib and Davey, aiming to beat weather and tide constraints. Her two daughters aid in forming a defense of the plan as they await favorable tides and water conditions for a decisive crossing attempt.
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Roulogni
Keatiel
Gertrude Uderle
Cape Crig- Net
Wim Hug
Chel Channel
American Physician Held By Chinese Bandits Found Dead
A dispatch from Harber Manchuria reports Dr. Morgan Waluer of Hiattsburg New York killed by bandits while aiding a Chinese village along the Stingarl river. Harvey, a U.S. physician held by bandits, was located in a bandit camp and reportedly well after ransom demands. A Chinese prisoner released by bandits identified the photographed captive as Howard, who was said to be held under ransom and treated harshly awaiting payment. Troops reportedly sounded the district and engaged bandits in several villages near Fuchow-Iigien.
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Peking
Ave
Harvey
Howard
Caine
Manchuria
Morgan Waluer
Hiattsburg
N.Y
Fuchow-Iigien
Handia
Bulig
Tie
Maward
OpChrtradlago
Ther
Tye
Mackefeiler Foundation
Previnaslie Wars
Hatmrad
Mrigands
Belgaada
Awa
Gobel Charged With Poisoning Woman in Probe
County deputy described a confession as possibly coercive while detailing a complex case against Gobel. The report centers on alleged poisoning attempts, bribery, and obscure names tied to investigations, with testimony referencing Moyitty Sherifoo, Mat Prather, and other figures. Authorities pursue leads across multiple locations, noting a tense courtroom atmosphere and ongoing inquiries.
Family Flee as Fire Destroys Virginia Home
A house fire in southern Virginia and western Virginia area forced a family to flee their Chandlers Beane residence. The blaze destroyed most furnishings and caused about $160 in damage. Quick action by Mr Dutledse and neighbors saved the woman and children, while a downed windstorm complicates efforts to identify the exact location.
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Oridaleht
Wytledze
Teytledice
Hess
Mr. Dutledse
Sue
Son of Bryan Avers Plans Continued Fight
Unclear OCR text indicates Bryan Avers Jr vows ongoing confrontation amid murky references to authorities and a public figure. The fragment mentions tension, a courtroom or public dispute, and unspecified timing and party names, with several garbled phrases.
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Bryan Avers
Peace moves in Franco era talks stalled in Paris
Fragmented AP dispatch from Paris notes France and Spain engaging in peace mediation efforts with a Yemeni or Lumen figure referenced, while Spanish plenipotentiaries and envoy groups pursue tentative talks. Text is garbled, but mentions a month at Melil and potential Franco pardon conditions.
Mackinac Toll Clings To Forty Two In Toll Disaster Report
Fragmented dispatch from Mackinac area notes toll stands at 42 amid chaotic events and political upheaval. References to Abd-w!-Krim, distant peace terms, and a northern tribal movement are mixed with sudden deaths and local civic figures.
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Preney
Ge Kent
Tollimac
Bandits Loot Gem Jewelry Factory in Quiet Hold Up
Jewel thieves swept Lazarus and Mel jewelry manufactory offices in a calm half hour raid in a downtown district. They looted five large shops and stole hundreds of thousands in diamonds and precious gems before fleeing with masked power and an elevator getaway. Officials estimate the loot at about 250000 dollars with many pieces yet to be recovered.
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Associated Press
Aus
Lazarus
Mel
Patton
Ted
Ofrerals
Honorary Haitian Consul Fined for Importing Rum
A disputed case in Manchester notes an honorary Haitian consul fined for rum import infractions. The report claims the consul faced penalties under local laws with arguments about official status and authority.
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Haitain
Not Rich But Successful Le Aur Mayor Whitsell
A fragmented local text notes Mayor Whitsell and city officials emphasizing a focus on duties and community activities. It mentions a large population and declares the city as exceptionally active, with references to recreation and civic leadership.
Young Consul Wen Big Point
A garbled report mentions legal figures and attendance unclear in Los Ancones. Names appear as Young Consul Wen and Mack Doordurty amid scattered words about attorneys and a formal event.
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Young. Consul
Wen Big Point
Explosion on excursion ship causes multiple deaths
A disastrous boiler explosion aboard the excursion vessel near Turse day left several passengers and crew fatally injured or missing. Navy and police teams dragged for bodies as investigators questioned the defective vessel’s hail and wharf maintenance. The disaster prompted swift federal inquiry led by Inspector General George Stery with possible charges against the prison or vessel operators.
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George Stery
Weed
United States
Jeff Washington
Uhier
Watey
Pawtucket
Fle
Navy
Atel Waugh
Charles Brigus Gend
Praveen Hott
Navel Hospital
May Discuss Mine Strike In Pomeroy Area
A possible meeting between mine operators and United Mine Workers officials may discuss the Sugar Creek district walkout near Athens Ohio. G W Savage and Stites Secretary Lovell believe the gathering could ease tensions while Jones, president of the union, remains cautious about potential concessions.
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Pomeroy
Ohio
Ameust
Sultius
Niger Amd
Caltteries
Rampans
Ted Fon
Taothine
Mihex
Sugar Creek
Athens
Uno
Columbuk
Gs W
Savage
Stites
United Mine Workers
Lovell
MW Jones
Predicts Coal Price Rise If Miners Win Raise
Rome dispatch reports inglis, chair of the Operators Scale Committee, forecasts hard coal rising by 2 to 3 dollars if miners obtain a wage increase. The note, sent to Governor Fuller ahead of a New England executives conference, cites the anthracite outlook and blames John L. Lewis for the deadlock.
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Inglis
Union Leaders Visit Logan for Major Conference
A Logan assembly hosted by United Mine Workers international board members marked one of the most important union conferences held in Logan. Delegates including Van A. Bittner and Karl Hauck arrived from Charleston and Indianapolis to discuss organizing activity amid ongoing labor tensions in northern West Virginia coal sees.
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Logan
Ang
Hogan County
Bera
International Board
United Mine Workers of América
Henisnives
International Union
van A. Bumner
Lairmant
Weat
Virginia
Bittner
Holder
T. Co
Coolidge Signs Debt Agreement In Northampton
President Coolidge approved a debt settlement rushed from Washington to Swainpael and then Northampton in a White House auto. B C Geisser carried the document as seal and signature to enable the next stay as the debt funding commission remains the ratifying authority. The president returned to his hometown for an overnight visit before continuing to Suing scoit and Arlington.
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Northampton
Mass
Canlatee
Washington
Cirmasth
Varnint
Suingscoit
Fire Destroys Texas Hotel in San Angela Blaze
In San Angela Texas the three story Lanundua hotel was leveled by a blaze causing about 140000 dollars in damage to the structure and nearby property. No lives are believed lost though unclear details about the cause and timing were reported.
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San Angela
Texas
Chikutrer=aden
Statesmen Rehash Charges Over Corfu Bombardment
A parliamentary session reopens debate over the Corfu bombardment with officials recounting events and the role of Greece Italy and Britain. The discussion centers on treaty obligations and wartime actions as delegates scrutinize the incident and earlier statements.
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Corfu
Miners and Owners Weigh Arbitration Over Anthracite Wages
In Philadelphia on August 20, anthracite mine owners signaled willingness to arbitrate and warned that no wage increases can be agreed without raising coal prices by 2 to 3 dollars per ton. The move follows stalled negotiations and a public letter by Inglis, while a Wilkes-Barre meeting of merchants and workers planned a three member committee to restart talks before the August 33 deadline.
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Philadelphia
Inglis
Notic
Alvan T. Fuller
Marsachusetin
Ings
Pulter
New Ireland
Atlantic City
Joh Tb. Lewis
United Mink Workers
America
Wilkes-Barre
Buel
John Lewis
Jardine Removes Dr Henry Taylor From Agriculture Bureau
Washington August 20 Secretary Jardine abruptly ousted Dr Henry C Taylor from the Bureau of Agriculture and Industries as part of a department reorganization. The move followed friction over policy and hints Taylor might resign. Taylor left Washington and did not return, with Jardine proceeding against him after an elevated exchange in the cabinet.
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Henry C. Taylor
Washington
Jardine
Department of
Taylor
Demandias
Wireless communication quest links continents and rails
Telegraph engineers describe the challenge of building reliable wireless links between distant regions from Malay Archipelago to Africa and across the Great Lakes region. A prominent telegraph expert outlines the problem before the Americas Relay Teague convention, highlighting the need for cross continental railway communication.
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Chicago
Ane
Korkhee
Penneybiain Ayn Tun
Americas
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China
Chapa Andrews
Fulwiler
Gadd
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Nieking
Ciddamdins
Chenuigh
Gobel
Coroner's Jury
Florida
H. D. Hunt
Miame
Dona Cote
Pondextule Oporatary
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Nera Fey
Erin
Moyitty
Sherifoo Pathan
Prather
Levitis
Cewl
Luesday
Delmar
Oharies
Gohet
Ruehans
Jon
Wathun
Vie
Boliniar
Hubert Paylor
Donind
Bat
Swern
Min Henats
Chandler
Protec
Lang
Sauterwestern
Traningy Bryan, Jr
bin Tathor
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France
Spain
Krim
Paris
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Pease
Auvd-e-Nrim
Rene
Mie Plantanten
Havlow
Melilha
Mackinac
Freneh
Che
Quantry
Withers
Reetar
Rogopal ChUeh
Chisueo
Oslo
Eugene LeBosse
New York
Wna
Eugena de Rasee
Manchester
Port Au Price
Lyonty-six Dary
Nierow
de le Rosse
Enie
G. W. Whitsell
Whitsell
Beth
Titel
Wits
LOS Ancnios
Auyeur
Atormeys
Khotmaa
Eliaary Mack Doordurty
Wwe
Checomet
Nirragarsett Bay
United
Pius
Rome
van A. Biltner
Coolidge
Congress
Texas Hotel
Institute of Politics
Saly
Mase
Sng
Antonin Ghrepiew
Italy
Sie
Predorie
Maurice
Ehlet
Ly Lee Curtis Ae Eoeterd University
Count Olpnice
Ital
Ciprien
Hailan
Robert Coell
Ananembher
League
Petaind
Salandesa
England
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