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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1925
Page
1
Car C. Magee publisher of Albuquerque is accused of assault by a political foe in a hotel. A gun was drawn but the assailant escaped. Magee was taken into custody but no charges were filed. The incident also involved Judge D. J. Leshy.
Former judge Leahy convicts Albuquerque editor Magee of criminal libel in a long running feud. A hotel shooting in Las Vegas leaves Leahy and Magee involved, with Magee later pardoned by the governor. Magee, longtime editor of the New Mexico State Tribune, has been a prominent figure in state politics dating back to the 1920s.
Washington August 26 arrangements completed by the immigration bureau to present Secretary Davie for final action on the extension of Mrs Hanna Chaplin mother of Charles Chaplin film actor for permission to remain in the United States after return from Europe.
A 67 year old farmer Marion Byard of Little Went'a Mannington did not return from repairing a broken fence. His family searched and found him dead near the fence, gored by a horned animal. Efforts to reach a coroner failed by telephone. An undertaker took charge, reporting the man's clothing torn to ribbons and the body badly maimed.
William Jones of Angonia is believed to hold a world non professional tong dix lance bicycle record. At age, he recently completed 0,u0 miles, boasting health from a steady diet and Wheel-based regimen. Jones, hearty and jovial, credits routine and moderation for his strength. a retired stationary engineer and native of England is mentioned in passing.
Chicago report notes University of Chicago physiology work by C. Keen on air exposure and textile interactions as a potential basis for light therapies for ailments. Preliminary experiments aim to link clothing reduction to physiological responses, though details remain preliminary and technical.
A Ku Klux Klan assembly advertised for Buckeye Lake attracted around 250,000 expected attendees. Leaders proposed a drive to educate and convert, while debating evolutionary theory and Bible education. The event will be chaired by Dr Hiziau Evans of Washington with district heads coordinating locally.
Newport reports the Mackinac excursion steamer Mavhinue Tuckday boiler explosion caused 46 deaths so far. Edward Gnnavan tucket died tonight along with Prior Korsay of Daw tucked, Bessie Mullin and William Robinson of Pawtucket among the newly named dead. hospitals treat many injured.
Evansville Indiana Aug 21 Devenas Taylor 46 was shot after slapping a neighbor's child. The bullet killed him as the child struck. He posted a $1000 bond pending grand jury action next month. In another brief, West Rank Aug 21 reports a well near Pal Aue 30 miles away damaged by a strike. Laura Lishtner of Maine, who co founded Sierne college at Mar pers Feery, died today.
United States considering abandoning the rivers plan affecting Big Sandy Guyandotte and Muskingum valleys due to lack of existing or prospective commerce. A provincial investigation recommends abandonment of the project, with the War Department deeming the river developments unviable and urging action by five regional authorities.
In an unclear report from Punsac La a suspect named Anderson is linked to a daylight activity along the Gulf coast. Lt Harton Brown Barber and Lt Kastien Ithodes returned from a patrol as Gulfport officials investigated a theft of a young five with ties to New Orleans.
Firefighters battled a large blaze threatening Grandfather Mountain area damaging hundreds of acres of timber near Asheville. A message from Alexander, proprietor of Maywin Manor at Blowing Rock, reports the blaze under control but warns of continued danger as winds drove flames across pine and brush. Fire crews expect to intensify efforts through the week to fully contain the spread in rugged terrain.
Professor Georgi H Biukawles of Clark University argued that Latin American Pan Americanism is the key challenge in U S policy toward Latin America. He warned that unity within the twenty Latino American republics under the League could marginalize the United States and complicate dispute resolution at Geneva, risking a shift of influence away from Washington.
Fragmentary OCR reports mob violence at an Illinois mine with clashes involving workers and police. Descriptions mention crowds, a fallen individual, and authorities deploying deputies and local forces to restore order as tensions persist and police actions continue.
The proceedings focus on the young defendant and the opposing sides as the court weighs the case. Attorneys questioned witnesses and debated the admissibility of key evidence, including the alignment of the defendant’s dental attire with an alleged confrontation and the implications for the verdict.
Washington announces a major reorganization of federal prohibition enforcement. Walton A. Green is named chief administrator, with Robert S. Fulwhler as prohibition director for Virginia and parts of West Virginia. Gadd moves to a senior role in the West Virginia area, focusing on boots supply networks and district operations as the new drive targets smugglers and illegal stills.
In a district case a troubled girl faced abuse and large broods of children with no stable home. A charity group funded by local club members arranged schooling and safe care, moving her from a harsh environment toward a real school and new life with modest ongoing support planned.
New York Aug 21 officials searched the baggage of Hugene LeBosse honorary Haitian consul at Manchester New Hampshire finding 84 bottles of liquor instead of 240 he claimed. They also found two cases of Jamaica rum 100 quarts of perfume and cigars and cigarettes. Fines likely to be more than double.
A temporary injunction restrains the East Livenwood board of education from permitting Bible teaching in public schools. Attorney R Z Perry filed the application. The city solicitor Murry Brokwn’s demurrer was overruled. A hearing on a permanent injunction is set for a later date. A Bible study course had recently been added to the public school curriculum.
Philadelphia Aug 21 Steady growth in the Presbyterian church was shown in the annual national statistics released by Dr. Lewis S Mudge stated clerk of the general assembly Key figures include 850 Communicants the largest in the denomination's history 1 597% Sunday school membership 48 212 gain Contributions totaling 57 714 281 with an average weekly per communicant 29 cents The total income exceeded the prior year by 28 067 The estimated per local congregational expense was 2 82 181 The church budget of 14 001 600 authorized by the assembly was 327 471 short of the goal The denomination counted 3 644 churches down 254 from last year 16 017 ministers 146 year Deaths among church members reached 21 707 and deaths among ministers 17%.
Governors and representatives from New England met in Philadelphia to seek methods for alleviating an anthracite shortage. They supported education on using substitute fuels and to maintain a permanent committee led by John Hass Hame] mand and Henry L. Phattuck to ensure supply. John L. Lewis remained absent as wage and strike talks stalled awaiting final settlement next week.
West Virginia farm women unite planning a separate federation after a constitution draft at farmers week Morgantown set for January. Officers named include Mrs Gilbert Scott Tuiadiph County president Miss Jenny Boner Woodenous vice president and Mrs Eilenenmer Mercer County secretary treasurer. Aged man Palmer 64 crushed to death in a Martinsburg elevator incident described by witnesses as him stepping into the gear while the cage moved.
In a New York dispatch dated August 21 Rotary figures attack Sinclair Lewis and his works, arguing that a big town booster club can misstate Zenith or Main Street realism. Critics say writers misinterpret small towns and accuse Rotary leaders of pushing a misleading communal image.
John Hays Hammond is named chairman and a commission may be formed to study the state of coal supplies. The executives believe the states can educate the public to accept substate fuel if provided and ensure ample bituminous coal.
Williamson Auk 21 The union delegation from the national United Mine Workers arrived in Williamson from Logan to discuss organizing efforts in southern West Virginia. The group, led by Vien A. Btn, includes several International board members and will stay as they consider tactics amid previous clashes and martial law history in Mingo County. The visit coincides with ongoing tensions and prior shutdowns related to MW2T organizing drives in 1820. Governor Gore spoke at a New Maytingville event as part of a Swanton farm stage Blue.
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