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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1931

Page

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Japan Starts Drive Against Bandit Armies in China

Japanese headquarters in Riukden launched an intensive campaign against bandits in South Manchuria and sent three detachments to eradicate them. The action involved hundreds of Chinese forces in support, with Tokyo predicting a possible Sino-Japanese clash and both sides signaling resolve amid international diplomacy and war talk.

Associated Press Galiiteary Riukden South Manchuraa Tokyo UN Jems Cheng Hsuen-Liang Chinchiow Generel Honjo Nanking Chinchow Koo League Council Paris International Trades Union Congress Moscow Sdsnchurta Chang Hiuen-lang Marthuris Marahal Chang Mukdsa Asia South Manchurts War Office Chinchew

Uncle Sam Plans New Bond Issue to Refinance Debt

The government outlines a $1.3 billion issue dated December 15 to cover maturing debt. It includes $800 million of one year notes, $300 million six month certificates, and $40 million monthly certificates, with $452 million in interest due and an expectation that loan repayments will ease a year hence.

Meilon Treasury Iindebteinest

Willie Willis Apology Cited After House Noise Incident

Willie Willis explains the disturbance claiming he did not intend noise by saying papers were not scattered on the floor and he forgot to wear Sue dey. The remark reflects a noisy scene requiring clarification.

Trapped Rancher Dies In Self-Set Turkey Coop Trap

In Long Beach Turkey thieves plagued rancher E. M. Montoya who built a shotgun trap in his turkey yard. He warned his wife to beware the gate. The device exploded when opened, killing him five hours later. Montoya was 59 with three children.

Long Beach Cutt E. M. Montoya Turkey Yard Montoya Montore

Police Hunt Continues for Osborn in Cabin Creek Case

State police pursue William Osborn twenty of Rad Warrior on Cabin Creek in connection with the murder of Thomas Scott thirty four of Red Warrior. Mrs Nallie McGoy twenty eight in county jail charged with helping kill Scott will be arraigned today. Scott beaten to death near one in the afternoon Saturday. crime reported around five after a neighbor informed Constable A C Davis. McCoy says Osborn was in the house when the murder occurred and that Scott attacked her before she and Osborn killed him in self defense with a butcher knife. McCoy had been Scott's housekeeper for years and moved to Red Warrior from Whitesville with him. He accused her of seeing Degern. jealousy and abuse followed, culminating in the stabbing with a butcher knife.

William Osborn Rad ‘Warrior Cabin Creek Thomas Scott Ulea Red Warrior Nallie McGoy Scott Justice of the Peace Brangenst Cabin Orack A. C. Davis Bir McCoy Osborn Mra McCoy Dld Sha J Bac Scott Whitesville Beott Degern Enite

Spectacular Chicago fire devastates downtown landmark

A four story downtown Chicago landmark burned after an explosion, causing an estimated 200000 in losses. One fireman was injured as walls remained while fire crews fought flames along an elevated loop. Dense smoke, embers, and streetcar delays marked the scene as investigators began probing the blaze.

Ocheicago Chicago Piremen

Love Racketeer Preens for Trial Start in Quiet Dell Drama

Clarksburg dispatch reports Harry F Powers known as The Bluebeard of Quiet Dell preparing for his murder trial. The case, the nation’s fascination since 1993, draws crowds as Powers lines up for court in Macre’s Opera House with hair, clothes, and tie chosen for the occasion. Pamphlets and books circulate about the West Virginia killer, as locals await proceedings continuing on Page 8 Col 4.

Clarksburg Harry F. Powers Bluebeard Quiet Dell Tongent Macre West Virginia

Banking Group Meets in Basel Regarding German Reparations

Basel, Switzerland. December 6. A committee of banking experts met informally ahead of an official conference to assess Germany’s capacity to pay reparations and consider plans to replace the Hoover moratorium. Walter W. Stewart arrived with aide Woodlet Thomas as German and French delegates argued over approach.

Basel Switzerland World Bank Germany Walter W. Stewart Woodlet Thomas Carl Melchior Associated Press Hoover Moratorius Charles Rist

Fox hunt plan abandoned amid Humane Society objections

A local fox hunt plan was halted after the Hunt Club announced they would not use foxes. Sheriff Bexter Tiffany and members discussed the proposal but the Humane Society strongly opposed the use of live foxes, leading to the project’s termination.

Crifago Dee. Gr Bexter Tiffany Clup Hitness Humane Society

Thoughtlessness Tragedy Sermon Warns of Mindless Action

A sermon by Rev. T. E. Maneau of Sixth Street M. E. church warned that thoughtlessness leads to tragedy. He cited biblical lines about rash speech and compared ancient battles with the threat of unprepared action, noting how decisive outcomes shape futures.

T. E. Maneau Sixth Street M. E

Kibitzing Butler to Tend Ash Trays for Bridge Game

New York reports the doorbell will be disconnected for the contract bridge battle of a century. In Bly Culbertson’s apartment the setup includes telephones unplugged and a guard outside the curtained doors. Only referees and a single bridge-wilet computer may enter to time the ash trays, with Culbertson risking 65,000. Mrs Culbertson joins three men for roughly six weeks of play as bridge grows quickly, eclipsing auction bridge and bluntly outpacing plain whist. The article notes the match will continue, with further details on page 8.

New York Culbertaon

Culbertson Versus Lenz and Jacoby Bridge Match

The Washington Gazette previews a major bridge contest featuring Wilt Cover and his wife with Culbertson pitted against Sidney Lenz and Oswald Jacoby. Wager stakes reach $5,000 against $1,000 as the match spans 180 rubbers with Culbertson using his system and Lenz employing the official buy system.

Ely Culbertson Wil the Gazette Elis Sidney Lenz Culbertson Os~ Wild Jacoby Culvertaon Blaney Lens Culbertaon Lenz Woliextion Culberteo Phell United States England Labor Party London

Hunger Marchers Reach Capitol Demanding Relief

The first contingents of the national hunger march reached Washington with about 3400 participants from across the Atlantic states and the West. They paraded to their headquarters near the federal government, hoping for immediate unemployment relief and permanent insurance. Police maintained order as Vice President Curtis aided a peaceful mood for planned White House and Capitol protests tomorrow.

Washington Dec Bilsiden Nallonal Hoover Baltimore Atlantic Boston West White House Capitol Curtis

Ohioans Start Room for Baker

A state wide group seeks Newton D Heber of Cleveland as a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination. Martin L Davey of Kent, a former congressman and 1978 Democratic gubernatorial nominee, said the movement would become nation wide soon and that Baker is not a candidate.

Columbus Newton D. Heber Cleveland Afartin L. Davey Kent Congress Davey Nod Daved Baker Cal

Boy Gang Puts Bully on Spot in Detroit Shooting

In Detroit a neighborhood gang of youths aged 14 to 15 shot 15-year-old Joseph Pryzetas through the heart, deeming him a bully. Branley Orlenaki, 14, allegedly led the plot and fired. Joseph Bawiski 14 and Anthony Mazur 14 confessed. A nonmember, Longin Jandzyenzst 10, testified after informing Orlenski, leading to police involvement. The incident followed a gang trial at a Raylofé club house.

Detroit Nec UPI Joseph Pryzetas Branley Orlenaki Joseph Bawiski Anthony Mazur Thomas A. Kenney Longin Jandzyenzst Orlenski Bolsted Raylofé Longin Joseph Stanley

Senator Neely Delays Departure For Huntington Elks Memorial

United States Senator M. M. Neely of Patmont delays trip to Washington to deliver the eulogy at Huntington lodge of Elks memorial service. He spoke at the annual gathering before leaving for the capital.

Huntington Des United States M. M. Neely Patemont Washington Congress Huntington Lodge of Elks

Prohibition clash shapes up as Congress nears new session

Washington debates the eighteenth amendment as wets push for repeal or modification. Rep Andrew of Massachusetts drafts a resolution for federal guidance with state regulation of sale, while the Prohibition Board vows no ground lost. Public figures Warn that Congress will face referendums and attempts to restore beer and wine.

Washington, Bee Congress Andrew Massachusetts National Prohibition Board of Strategy South Hollins-N. Randolph Atlante League For Wadsworth New York Wickersham Commission Prohibition Board of Strategy

Mysterious Las Vegas Wedding Sparks Secrecy

LAS VEGAS Nev Dec 6 Clara How and Rex Ball avoided interviewers about their midnight Thursday wedding. Miss Bow appeared at Meadows club wearing a gold band but declined to comment. The couple did not return to Bell's ranch and stayed with Clara Bow's father amid secrecy. District Attorney and County Clerk both declined to discuss, and it may take 30 days to record the marriage certificate.

Las Vegas Nev Clara How Rex Ball Miss Bow Meadows Hell Mor Bell Here Robert Bow Nevada Digacons Wwil- Mam Orr Harley Harmon William Schuyler

Leaders Talk on Eve Of Congress Opening

Washington dispatch reports Democrats and Republicans discussing strategy for the upcoming seventy second Congress. Representative Gerner of Texas says Democrats will present a harmonious, unified organization and expect to capture the house. Representative Stell of New York says Republicans plan a strong constructive program focused on vital economic issues beyond regular appropriations.

Washington House Gerner Texas Stell New York Congress

Hoover Views New Federal Buildings on Surprise DC Visit

President Hoover and Mrs. Hoover conducted a surprise tour of new federal construction sites in Washington. After church services they traveled by car past the Capitol, the commerce building, and the Lincoln Memorial, observing progress on the post office and other projects along Constitution Avenue and the Potomac river front.

Washington Preai’ Dent Hoover Friends Church Hoover Congress Hones Capi+ fol Brosti Plaza Senate Capitol Grounds Capitol Hl Constitution Avenue Commerce Department Potomac River Lincoln Memorial White House

Hamrick Conviction First of Kind In County's 113 Years

Hamrick, an 18 year old from Curtains Ferry, was convicted of first degree murder for the slaying of Chief Deputy Sheriff Claude Hamilton. Prosecutor Emmett Hogan said it is the county’s first such verdict in Mickelay County’s 113 year history since its formation in 1514. Hamrick sentenced to life with a 60 day stay for appeal, and will be held in Nicholas County jail.

Bummersville Lemon Hamrick Sherif Claude Hamilton Mickelay Emmett Hogan Curtins Ferry Iife Cheriif Hamrick Nicholas County Jan

Artists Exhibition Attracts Over Two Thousand Attendees

The third annual el- Hed Artists association show drew more than 2,009 visitors last month. Thirty five exhibitors presented paintings sculptures and crafts with standout works by Sarah Gravath Naomi Hoaterman and Dorothy Dyer Barnes. The show highlighted portraits and interiors including Keely Gordon Meadows and Lamplight by Ashton Woodman Replera.

el- Hed Artists Association Sarah Gravath Division of Fine Arts Naomi Hoaterman Dorothy Dyer Barnes Barnes Alice Dennis Pitcher Madeleine Keely Gordon Meadows Miss Keely Ashton Woodman Replera Neem Renterson

Flood of 5000 Bills Open for Consideration by Congress

As the 72nd Congress opens at noon, a flood of about 5000 bills is ready for introduction. Hoover moratorium takes priority on the program with expected rapid action. Democrats aim to elect Garner as speaker and pursue home rule to speed legislation. Republicans plan to present the president’s message on the state of the union and push tariff and economic relief measures. Marchers and security precautions mark the scene around the Capitol ahead of sessions.

Washington, Tec Hoover House of Representatives John H. Garner Texas Branch of Congress Senate James Ane Wong Jacob & Coxey Capitol Fed White House W. A. Moran Secret Service

Labor pays homage to Mother Jones at Mount Olive cemetery

In Mount Olive Delaware locals of the United Mine Workers honor the famous labor leader Mother Jones. Frank Senter of Faylorville spoke as miners gathered at the Union Cemetery near Strwer Springs Maryland where Mother Jones chose to be buried. Local members from Mount Olive and nearby areas attended this tribute marking over sixty years of her labor advocacy.

Mount Olive la Her Mery Jane Union Virden United Mines Workers of America Ite Ita |Cause Frank Senter Faylorville Ohio Mine Workers Eomne Str~wer Springs Jane Carlinvitts, DL Mount Ciive Star Banner of Labor

Will Gets Run Over And Sees A Miracle

An anecdotal note from Neo Tokto describes a chaotic boat journey toward Yokohama with odd events. A golf pro reportedly drives six balls into the sea and a humorous misadventure on a landing dock is recounted. The tone mirrors a fragmented street diary with locals and places mentioned.

Will Tokto Neo Yokohama Pope Oy & Aman

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