Mingo County Leads In State Road Bond Vote
The county shows a wide margin for the 25 million state road bond amendment with Kanawha County leading statewide, while McDowell Mercer Cabell Marion Wood and others vote solidly for the measure. County totals and statewide figures are listed, showing Kanawha with 30895 for and 5717 against.
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Mingo County
Banner
Atste
McDowell County
Kanawha County
Kanawhe
Mercer
Mercer County
Cabell and
Bronengalls
Marion and
Wood
Barisan
Onio
Kanawha
Clay County Caves
Putnam and
Jackson
Boone
Fayette and
Barbour
Berkeley
Braxton
Brooke
Cabell
Calhoun
Clay
Doddridge
Fayette
Gilmer
Grant
Greenbrier
Hampshire
Hancock
Hardy
Harrison
Jefferson
Kanawne
Lewis
Lincoln
Logen
Marlor
Marshell
Mineral
Bimgo
Monongalia
Monroe
Morgan
McDowell
Nicholas
Ohio
Pendleton
Pleasants
Pocahontas
Preston
Putnam
Raleigh
Randolph
Ritchie
Roane
Summers
Tayler
Tucker
Tyler
Upshur
Wayne
Webster
Wetzel
Wirt
Wyoming
Life Extension Institute explains health exams for insurers
AN Lakorte of the Elife Extension Institute, New York, described the institute at the Charleston Underwriters’ luncheon at Hotel Kanawha. The institute’s aim is prolonged life through periodic health examinations of policy holders, with fifty life insurance companies members and a large staff of physicians conducting exams. The examination system allegedly reduces mortality rates, as Holcomb, president of the focal association, introduced the speaker.
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Elife Extension Institute
New York
Is Institute
Charleston
Hotel Kanawha
la Porte
T. 8
Holcomb
Focal Association
Prince of Wales to visit Cairo before Suez transit
The Prince of Wales, en route aboard the British cruiser Enterprise, will spend a day in Cairo while Enterprise passes through the Suez Canal. He will rejoin at Port Said and continue toward Brindisi aboard the royal train to Calais, after a final leg on the Enterprise.
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Universal Service
Suez
Cairo
Prince of Wales
Enterprise
Suez Canal
Port Said
Suez No. 21
Peléck
Da.m
Fort Said
Brindisi
Calais
Deaf, Dumb and Sick Boy Fears
Alfred, a six year old in Charleston, faces severe deafness and speech loss. After tonsil removal at a hospital in hopes of improvement, he shows little progress but remains cheerful. Readers are urged to contribute Christmas presents to brighten his life and bring happiness to givers as well.
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Alfred
Bince
Charleston
Ife
Henry Grogan Execution Date Set by Court
The state supreme court fixed February 8 1929 as the execution day for Henry Grogan noting the date after a long legal process. The document records the court ordering the execution after extended service and appearances in the case.
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State Supreme Court
Mal
Henry Grogan
Interstate Commerce Body Asks for More Authority
The Interstate Commerce Commission in its annual report calls for broader powers to oversee and consolidate railroad systems into larger units. It seeks authority to delegate hearing duties, exempt electric railways from certain rules, and extend joint through routes with Mexican lines. The commission notes progress on railroad valuation and through rates, while predicting continued shifts from rail to other transport modes.
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Washington
Dec
Fed
Congress
Interstate Commerce Commission
Veday
Commission
Elf
Tr Commission
Lesil
Tishe
United States
Genrontmission
Viagral
Gary
Sumners
Tia Posbaticim
Lady Buccaneer Plans Prize Ship Departure
The report describes Miss Porter, known as Mis Porter, preparing to sail her prize ship amid a hostile cabal. Atlanta millionaire Whithead contemplates recovery as Porter fights accusations with threats and a nerve attack, while Cuban police pursue a hearing.
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Lady Buccaneer
Bookmaker Free 590000 Saved After Abduction
LOUISVILLE Kr Dec A 60 year old bookmaker named Sol Alvey was abducted Monday night but telephoned home late last night and said he was alright, coming back today. Police will continue the investigation led by Colonel Roy W Easley as authorities in New Albany Indiana downplay the incident, noting the ransom demand appeared to be the only development.
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Louisville
Byer
Sol Alvey
Alvey
Moade
Jolx Mien
Wiensnyes
Jamet
Alvery
Gbhier William A. Martan
New Albany
Tnd
Ghia River
Alves
Sambler
West Side Man Found Dead in Bed
Co L Cole aged 55 was found dead in bed at his home yesterday by neighbor J B Brooks. Police said he was last seen December 4 and had asthma. Death believed to be peaceful with covers spread over him. He is survived by a widow residing near Little Sandy Creek.
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Co. L. Cole
Kelly
J. B. Brooks
Cole
Little Sandy Creek
Charles Cunningham Os Cunningham
C. D. Conningham
Spring Hall
Semerery
Jacob Smith
Jacob. Smith
Edgewood Avenue
New York Central
C. B. Smith
Kingewood Avenue
Progress Report on Kanawha Falls Bridge Progress
Construction on the ridge spanning the Kanawha River at Kanawha Falls was reported yesterday. Two of the spans, one on each bank, have been installed, and work continues on the remaining sections.
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Kanawha Falls Bridge
Kanawha River
Kanawha Falls
Telegraphic type setting may shape future of newsrooms
Rochester publisher Frank E. Gennebt hosted leaders of news industries and demonstrated remote typesetting machines that click and set type by telegraph and wire. Robots face the audience, requiring no human assistant, with automatic operations resuming after a stoppage as a red warning light glows.
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Rochester
Frank E. Gennebt
New York
Lads Condition Still Is Serious After Auto Crash
Sheth a 10 year old boy lies in serious condition after being struck by a car driven by Ty mers of 220 Gosaorn street. He was taken to Charleston General Hospital where doctors say he suffered a possible internal injury and a fracture. Suramers, proprietor of a grocery store, surrendered to police claiming the child ran in front of the vehicle. Meanwhile Bazel Lytel of 925 Morris street, daughter of Mrs Gladys Lytle, was hospitalized after an accident at Morris and Inston streets with a broken leg.
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Sheth
Slon
Bedly
Mers
Gosaorn Street
Charleston Geters Hospital
Suramers
Tittar Bos
Bazel Lytel
Morris
Gladys Lytle
Chasleston General Hospital
Morris and
Inston Street
Fes
Christmas Rest for Postal Clerks Aimed
A historical note urges a Christmas break for postal workers citing need for rest amid holiday mail flow. Officials discuss timing and impact on deliveries, with emphasis on maintaining timely arrivals during the season.
Senate Clashes Over Nomination Process In Washington
The Senate debated the nomination of Whiting and a broader cabinet reshuffle, with Senators Walsh and Norris pressing questions on legality and corporate ties. Steam built as opponents argued a delay could influence Hoover era appointments and policy direction.
State House News Inpoyer Speaks On Whimself Proposals
A fragmented report recounts remarks by Senator Reed and other lawmakers amid debate on immigration and national origin provisions. It notes support and opposition from figures including Governor Smith, Senator Heflin, and Senator Harrison, with references to 1920 census based criteria and proposed reforms. The dialogue touches on party lines and presidential implications, citing various state and national actors.
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Inpoyer
Hoover
Reed
Charlie Graney
King
Uru
Legion
Clareice
Hanier
Evelyn Ta
Charles
Harner
Wasim
Ela
Morgantown
F. Chapap Smith
Harrison
Miwissippi
Simith
Widge
Barrison
Lator Smpstead
Parnyer-Lanes Minnicota
Capitol Lawn Grading Affects State Grounds Staff
Superintendent W Boyles announces layoff of building and grounds staff due to completion of grading and trimming work on Capitol Lawn. Work includes grading, tree trimming, and landscape finishing as Capitol grounds reach final phase under state oversight.
Gleanures From P the Blotter: Bond Release and Theft Reports
Gleanures From the blotter cover a bond release for Haron and Donald Smith and note investigations led by Detective T. A. Cotten, plus a series of theft reports. A two-out sedan theft on Gort Street is linked to a vehicle with West Virginia plates. Police describe multiple incidents including automobile thefts, store burglaries, and suspicious activity in the city, with details on alleged suspects and locations.
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Antiiaktes
Trom Tat Fanis Frc Company
Gort
Pelice
Whithikee
Tala Quarrier
West Virginia
Jonisi
G. Oh Moye
Briciford
Ben
Realtors Back City Extension to Extend Quiries
A tense Charleston meeting of the board and county officials discussed extending city boundaries and boosting population surveys. Key figures included P. Peters, C. Pra Beaverer, and C. Pra Beaverer, with West Virginia recilature members voting on the proposal. details remain complex and partly obscured by garbled OCR.
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Charleston
Leon
Stiersetny
Thasegulinar
E. Steen
Virginie
City End
Prd
Ptyurol
Umea Paleellaie
P. Peters
Wis
Golegale
Beard
C. Pra Beaverer
Ibe
Palferhoon
Wild Life League to Meet In Parkersburg
The Wild Life League of West Virginia plans a two day convention in Parkersburg with officers elected Tuesday and a clay pigeon shooting contest on the grounds of the Parkersburg Sportsmen's Club as prizes. Charlestonians W E B Byrn. G A Bolden. J Baker White. J Blackourn Wausts. Brown Lewis. and E L Harris expected to attend along with Ernes Angela and others from the state game and fish commission.
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Tipleay
League of Rain
Parkersbry
Parkersburg
Senor
Katy
Hinton
HH. Haynes
Charles G. Baker
Gaavee
F. Whitnore
Rohnert L
Wild Life Magazine
Parkerseburg
Hotel Neeller
Josie Keeley
Kaymore
Charlest
W. EB
Byte
G. A. Bolden
Baul Ruski
Muh Mechesrey
Diarieston
E. D. Knight
Charleston
Bolden
Col
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Wausts
Brown Lewis
Lynn Gessern
E. L. Harris
B. B. Ezell
Tod Viexe
The
Game and Fish Commission
Erhest
Angela
Chel F. H. Browning
Chest Reociote
C. Peassate Fish Cultarist
di Tyra
New Chevrolet Display Scheduled Today at Butler Showroom
A local display event promotes the unveiling of Chevrolet’s new models at 1016 Butler Avenue. Dealers from West Virginia Kentucky Ohio and Virginia will attend along with city officials for a public exhibition featuring several body styles including a late model sedan and two closed models.
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Tafors
Lowsville
Chéevrolet
West Virginia
Kentucky
Onio
Virginia
Chetelier Comparoe St
Butlery Chevrolet
Limited Extension For Radio Body to Be Asked in Bill
SHINGTON December 6 The radio commission seeks a limited extension beyond March 16 to adate by resolution in committee. Chairman White of the merchant marine committee spoke tonight urging retention of a permanent radio body large enough to complete major tasks before any abolition or replacement by another government unit.
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Shington
Sxten
Ife
Federal Radio
Sion
White
Souse Merchant Marine
Ten
Radio Commission
Gevernmen
Obituary notices misspelled names and places in one page
A compiled death notice list reports several local obituaries. Charles Cunningham, Edens, Master, Ballard Jones, Dessie Lathan and Jahansen deaths include survivors and funeral details with services at various churches and cemeteries. The item notes interments at Spring Hill and Mount Tebor cemeteries, with references to multiple cities and churches.
Use of Abestos Flakes Is Urged
West Virginia’s fire marshal urges safer Christmas observances with asbestos flakes as a fireproof decorative option. He recommends electric lights, non combustible tree trimming, artificial leaves and streamers, firm tree bases, and frequent removal of holiday packing to prevent fires.
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West Virginia
C. W. Nolte
Mr. Nolte
Ite
Judgment of 110000 Ordered by McClintie
Federal Judge McClintie yesterday entered judgment for 110,482.20 in favor of Fifth Third Union Trust Co of Cincinnati against Ernest Merrill and others. Defendants failed to appear for trial, action based on promissory notes. Other cases involved Jean Jaren versus Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance and a Mrs. Jones insured policy dispute. W. F. Wilson versus Harvey Mullet and others was settled out of court.
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BteClintie
Fifth-Third Union Trust Company
Cincinnati
Ernest Mr. Merrill
Jean Jaren
Raleigh County
Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company
Two Men Arrested On Larceny Charge
W M Staats and Fred Burdest were held by county officials on larceny charges for allegedly stealing a quantity of copper wire valued at 240 from the Carbon and Carbide company plant in South Charleston. Burdest released on bond. Staats held after failing to post 2000 bond. Wire recovered by deputies and returned to owners. Deputy Sheriff William Fisher led the investigation and arrests.
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W. M. Staats
Elk River
Fred Burdest
Water Street
Carbon and Carebide Company
South Charleston
William Fisher
Burdett
Staats
Fisher
Depuey
Ito
Deputy Fisher Returns Prisoner to Oklahoma City
Deputy Wilson Fisher left Kanawha county jail last night to return Brady Guthrie, an escaped prisoner, who was arrested in Oklahoma City on a breaking and entering charge at an Atlantic and Pacific Tea store. Guthrie reportedly escaped with eight inmates who bound the jailer weeks ago.
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Willie Om Fleher
Oklahoma City
Okia
Eourn
Brady Guthrie
Kanawha County
Guthrie
Felica
John Britton
Atlantic and Pacifica Tea Company
Charlestontreet
Germany
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