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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1925

Page

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Elks Honor Slain Members In Charleston Service

The Dunvall Lodge of Sorrow held a public memorial for Elks dead at Keacae theater in Charleston. Thomas Folk of Wheeling led a moving address on immortality, with music by local performers and a reading of the evergreen allegory as a tribute to departed brothers.

Charleston Keacae Dunvall Lodge Order West Virginia Henry Francis Alex. Guilant Edu Batist BP. S. Gliman J. J. Morrison John Brawley Tles Urzanist Pren Elks Focnl Boyd FE Sibert Bugler Morrison Elks Lodge Joan T. Simms Thei Mea George J. Vorler Folk Klayi Sibart Yrogress Richard Wagner Lannhauser Order of Mike Beieve Ufe Elka Leeson

Army engages Mitchell case as navy set to retire

Washington dispatch reports Army readiness to press wartime aviation issues in court with Major Francis Why and a panel of officers set to testify. The defense seeks to prove air power dangers and control, while charges frame aviation as auxiliary. Congressional and court actions ripple through the session as officers from Summersall to Drum are named in the proceedings.

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France Seeks Prohibition Question in League Outline

A translated draft outlines a global disarmament session in which the United States Russia and other nations may join. The proposal envisions a special commission to set an agenda and assess obligations of states, with Germany’s role and alliance impact debated.

France Belgium United States Russia RVA Genverener Hurst Malin Mare Asvistanes Germany League Or Nations Yeltsin Crealda

City council to review rail crossing plan tonight

The mayor urges action on rail crossing protection as the council meets to consider an ordinance. The aim is to require safer crossings along all lanes and levels, addressing decades of insufficient railroad protection and calling for enforceable measures.

Lta Miarer Bates Wehrle Preylnda Admeld Werle Sald Altte Erosalne

Sin Against Holy Ghost Sermon at Memorial Church

Rev. L Walter Nine spoke on the unpardonable sin in an evening sermon at the Weekly Memorial Church. The message covered the danger of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, citing scripture and urging repentance, with references to church leadership and the week’s services.

Rev. L. Walter Nine Weekly Memorial Church United Brethren Church Wowotuba Gall Walter Niet Breaswea Payee Whelen Heer Cnet

Prohibition Debates Rally In Congress And Churches

Amid a crowded week of hearings at the Capitol and outlying religious venues, opponents and supporters of prohibition clashed over enforcement and policy. Lawmakers from Massachusetts and other states pressed for stricter measures while advocates warned of lax enforcement undermining the Constitution, urging decisive action before January 28.

De Journette on Trial Today

A dramatic courtroom scene unfolds as De Journette faces trial today amid claims of violent conduct. The defense argues for innocence while prosecutors build a case alleging culpability in a shocking sequence, highlighting testimonies and alleged motive.

A. C. Lawrence

Congress Opens With No Greeting From President

Washington dispatch reports a subdued start to the new Congress as President Coolidge skips the traditional in person greeting and declines to appear Tuesday or Wednesday. The piece cites expectations of committee work by telegraph, debate on state of the union, and Coolidge’s preference for party unity while allowing moderate independence within Republicans amid Senate and House debates.

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Gas Officials Warn Against Sudden Blasts

Officials issue warnings about sudden gas blasts as low pressure and leaks threaten fires across the city. Repairs to a main break cut service yesterday, raising risk as fuel and air mixture could ignite during restoration.

Rhinelander Appeals Case In Wife Seperation Suit

Rhinelander and attorney Taans N Mille announce plans to appeal a verdict in a separation suit involving farmer Alice Jones Rhinelander and husband, with alimony of 500 expected and higher courts to decide. A separate intrusion occurred when a man wounded Mrs Albert Muller’s neighbor Mr Rhinelander, later identified as Teddy Lorn of Newark.

Whith Tains Taans N. Mille Kin Rhluwlander Alice Jones Hochelia Weara Insenia Mills Apnellate Court of Appeals Supreme Cort Dustica Morschausem Jude Mills Grouson Judee Alice Jones Thinelander Albert Muller Jones Leonard Rhine Lander Vinie Seeter Sis. Muller Tehee Mire RaMmalanden Teonerd Rhinelander Huttled

Ferocious night hunt ends in chaos and torn clothing

Olcott correspondent recounts a possum hunt gone wrong with companions and dogs pursuing prey through briars and trees. Horses, rifles, and shouting fill the scene as men flee in panic and contact is made with local residents.

Harry Hager Wille ‘Taylor Analnos Feller Charlest Sone Twriva Rifles Theis Hinds Tehias Barry Wiltis

Sam Small Prohibition Crusader Faces Law Enforcers

Long fragmented 1920s style clipping portrays Sam Small, a noted dry crusader, expressing disappointment with law enforcement. The piece references prohibition era debates, enforcement failures, and calls for national leadership as it recounts rallies, opinions, and political figures across the era.

Sam Small

Insurgent pushframes fight for Speaker amid party split

Washington reports insurgent Republicans plan to run their own candidate for speaker, opposing Nicholas Longworth of Ohio and backing Governor Sorlie's lines, prompting a three cornered contest as party leaders react. Wisconsin led calls to defy Longworth, with North Dakota Minnesota and New York rebels joining the revolt.

Washington Nicholas Longworth Ohie North Likota Minnesota New York Wie Consin John A. Nelson Wisconsin Insurgent Ukefield Cooper Wiscangin Spoaker Insurgente Long- Worth Frat Hallat Rentesen Htativa Garrett Tennenace Seasion Senate LaMaltatte Wineongin Gerald de Nye Patea Howse Talend Bivelatt North Dakotsy Weteld Farmeg-Lubar Wint Laguarttn Speciale Kvpls Mroargalds Ste Ousa Mir Longworth

Portsmouth Fire Destroys Major Blocks in Ohio City

A disastrous blaze ripped through Portsmouth Ohio starting in the Masonie female building at Fourth and Chile streets. It spread to the Bragdon Dry Goods Store and the Portsmouth Public Service Company office, damaging the Public Service building upper floor and destroying Bragdon and adjacent structures with contents. Estimated losses exceed half a million dollars.

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