Bishop Swint Preaches at Wheeling Diocese Session
The Right Reverend Bishop J. J. Swint of Wheeling delivered the sermon at Sacred Heart church during the Wheeling diocese convention of the National Council of Catholic Men and Women. Dr. B. H. Swint of Charleston was elected council president, with E. L Jepson of Wheeling as vice president and J. S. Parksnap of Huntington as treasurer. Women’s division elected Mrs. oO. Leary as president, with Mrs. Pat Martins of Elkins as vice president and Mrs. Carey of Wheeling as secretary, planning to meet again in Elkins next year and closing with a banquet at the Ruffner hotel.
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Sacred Heart Church
Iurcesan Council of Wheeling
National Council of Catholic Men and Women
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Charleston
Columbus Hall
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Parksnap
Huntington
Brennan
Oo. Leary
Pat Martins
Elkins
Catling
Parkersboro
Carey
Ruffner
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Jesus Christ
Christ
Philip
God
Feople
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Iman
Secret findings in Cal's guard case at Swampscott
Summary court martial convened at Watts Court for two marine guards Corporal Andrey Chantos of Cleveland and Private Clarence Kee of Centerville Lexa charged with neglect of duty. They faced accusations of leaving post and flying down while on duty. Proceedings were conducted by Captain Adolpina Andrews. findings will be reviewed and forwarded to Washington. Penalty could be up to three months pay and compensation for 30 days. Both Marines remain at Mayflower.
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J. Wright
Andrewa
Washington
Coast Guard Plans Winter Campaign Against Smuggling
Washington reports the Coast Guard has finalized plans for a broader winter campaign against rum smuggling with intensified southern and northern seaboard operations. Anticipated redeployments include mass attention to Nantucket, with boats repaired and ready for winter cruising.
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Marmet Road Action Seeks State Help To Complete Link
Charleston residents and officials urged Governor Gore to intervene to finish the Marmet road link, a north south highway project vital for Kanawha County and West Virginia. The plan involves securing a right of way once held since 1847, with county court, Charleston chamber, and city council backing efforts. Local fears center on indefinite delays without state action, though aid from Governor Gore is hoped to advance completion for regional benefit.
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Charleston
Gore
Charleston Chamber of Commerce
Kanawha
Virginia
Old Commonwealth
Checleston
Kanawhi County
West Virginia
Fairmont Jail Records Fall in Smash
City jail records were smashed today in Fairmont. A tab of the cells disclosed that more than 41 persons had been arrested over the weekend. Three fourths of the arrests were for drunkenness.
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Fairmont, Ave
Fairmont
James Arnett
Gasoline price cuts explained by The Lamp article
The Lamp explains why gasoline prices fell, noting California refiners reduced stocks as demand remained high. It cites shipments through the Panama Canal and Atlantic ports, California crude output changes, and increased barrel volumes to the Pacific coast.
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New York
Secandard Oil Vompany
New Jersey
Los Angeles Basin
California
Panaina Canal
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Atlantic Porty
Ue Winn
Cormia Crudy
Wrey
Pacific
Man Found Dead by Own Hand in City Church Hall
John Wesley Smten aged 34 a janitor at Weekly Memorial Brethren church was found dead from a self inflicted bullet wound in his right temple at the church on Fourth avenue. Police say the death appears by own action after he had been absent from services all day. He was married, with a son living in Chicago and a wife Mrs Murtha Williams Chartes.
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Smith
Caicuko
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Chartes
Large Congregation Hears Kemper On Old Time Religion
Heat and crowds filled the Baptist Temple as Dr Clarence Kemper preached that the old time religion is good enough for him and the congregation. He opened with a rambling sermon referencing the hymn and Moses and urged faith, recalling Bryan’s wartime stance while Charleston prepared for a new temple building at Morris and Quarrier streets.
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Old Quiereters
Charleston
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Moses
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Continoner
Ir. Kemper
Baptist Pastor Builds Case for Child Labor Law Protest
A Baptist pastor voices support for child labor regulation, urging protest in churches across states permitting children under fourteen to work long hours. He cites historical church conflicts and outlines a program of observances and events leading to a nationwide religious response.
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State Inc
Br. Romper Seid
Ruth Declares Year Stop With Yankees Over Fine
Chicago August 4 news describes Babe Ruth announcing he will not play this year with the New York Yankees amid a $20,000 fine and indefinite suspension. He criticized Huggins and asked to discuss his contract and future with Commissioner Landis. Key figures include Ruth, manager Miller Huggins, and Commissioner Landis.
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New York Yankees
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Sandia
Baseball
New York
Kbout
Alleged Slayer Reveals Poison Connection in Hynell Case
Joseph Nouvel of Marvests Lake died last Thursday and allegedly revealed the presence of a toxin. Walter Vandurier admitted involvement and pointed investigators to the storage of poison. Mrs Nevel remains in custody denying accusations as the autopsy reportedly found no poison.
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Marvests Lake
Atyrlaine
Walter Vandurier
Nevel
Puller
Harvey
Richard Powell
Neve
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Sotel
Newel
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Thetewe
Hee
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Neverhenge
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Vader
Hla
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Chet Ruth
Dor A A. Brown
Nevil
Brown
Gd. Janfightn
Aaroner Thomas
Nofson
Ederle Delays Channel Swim Plans in France
News from France reports Gertrude Ederle postpones her English Channel attempt. She will enter the water Tuesday morning if conditions permit, after talks with trainer Old Burgess, organizer Joe Costa, chaperone Miss Viets, and Captain Vide of the Pug Li Marines. Lillian Harrison and Jane on are noted in relation to other swims and financial concerns arise for 1925 plans. Jameson Dunkirk announces delay for France. In Philadelphia a Red Cross exhibit is planned for sesquicentennial celebration. A Pittsburgh restaurant owner repels a robbery attempt after firing at a fleeing thief.
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France
Gertrude Ederle
New York
Meas
Thia
Old Bul Burgess
Joe Costa
Jthe Oswim
Viets
Mise Wherle
Vide
Pug Li Mariniea
Misa Lillian Harrison
Argentina
Jane On
Dunkirk
Speed Demon Captured After Burd Pin Incident Near Don Songer's Home
From Olcott Correspondent describes the capture of the notorious "red streak" or speed demon on a Wednesday evening following a confrontation near Don Songer's house. Witnesses claim the vehicle sped by, prompting threats and agitated remarks as residents recall the event. Local merchant Mr GP Griffith reports receipt of four barrels, with references to continuing inquiries.
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Ienrge Urdette
Don Songer
Don
Offerwies
Sue Cepern
Don Benger
Griffith
Union Walkout Promises Full Labor Unity Across Mines
Reports from Harzleton to Wyoming Valley describe a mass walkout plan by United Mine Workers led by Thomas A. Kennedy and John L. Lewis. Workers pledge to suspend operations tonight across the anthracite fields, with maintenance staff also pulled from service to support the strike and await further orders from headquarters in Philadelphia.
Anthracite Miners Read Ordered Strike Across Districts
Enthusiasm ran high as union meetings read the suspension orders for anthracite mining. About 8,000 miners in three districts planned to quit at midnight to honor official directives, while 42,000 to 50,000 contract miners would seek wage gains and contract terms. Governor Pinchot toured the region amid ongoing talks and potential industry impacts.
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Philadelphia
Lomore Run
Five Killed in Wreck at Reidville Crossing
Five people died when their car collided with a Southern passenger train at a grade crossing near Reidville. Victims include HW Carter of Reidville and New York. Mrs Nina Johnson Cone of New York. Mrs Morton Oliver wife of the Reidsville Review publisher. Mrs John Oliver. and Mrs Mesigene Irving of Reidville. Five children perished in a separate fire incident in Everett, Massachusetts, caused by a kerosene lamp, with Mrs Trene Scenna hospitalized. A Denver wreck injured Judge Bell of Dallas and Miss Mary White of Victoria, with about 40 others hurt as two Colorado Southern trains collided near Mayne, Colorado.
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S. C
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John Oliver
Msigene Irving
Reidsvilly
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Masa
Ave
Trene Scenna
Denver
Colo
Bell
Dallas
Mary White
Victoria
Tex
Colorado Southern
Mayne
Cole
Hocky Mountains
Arnett Family Reunion Plans Monument at Arnettville Grove
At the Georgetown Grove reunion of the Arnett family on August 30, members decided to erect a monument at Arnettville Grove. C. Arnett of Rivesville was elected president of the gathering.
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Arnett
Georgetown Grove
Arynettville Grove
Arnettville
C. Arnett
Rivesville
Use More Two-Dollar Bills Advice From Uncle Sam
Washington reports the United States bureau of efficiency urged the public to use more two dollar bills to cut the dominance of single dollar notes. The aim is to reduce bulk in pocket cash, ease counting, and lower government and bank costs. The suggestion notes potential savings in printing, counting errors, and labor.
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Washington
Enitted States Bureau of Efficiency
Billy
Bureau der Vlure
Bureau
Treasury Department
Washigton
Bureau of Engraving and Aarinting
Grand jury to hear banker in $800k trust funds case
Pittsburgh August 30 Harry A Estep avaintant district attorney announced that the grand jury will hear the indictment against Joan A Bell president of the Camersic Trust company on charges of misappropriating $800,634 from the bank. The grand jury convenes in September and Bell may not be arraigned until about September 20. The information arresting Bell August 4 was filed with the clerk of courts and turned over for grand jury indictment. The charges mirror the banking department’s findings prepared with Major C C McGovern. Bell remains hospitalized at Magee with left arm and breast paralyzed after a collapse in a hospital room.
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Hte Orice
Joan A. Bell
Camesic Trust Company
Bell
Brand
Esten
Bankeremise
Banking Department
Mateo
Belt
Magee Hospital
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