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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1931

Page

9

Stadium project pushed on California campus

BERKELEY Cal May C A new 2 million athletic plant is proceeding to host the west s first intercollegiate track and field meet. A 25 000 seating stadium will encircle a central field with a 4000 ton track surface and a large gymnasium complex for military training and laboratories. If completed by June the track and field complex will be dedicated at the California Stanford meet in April or the intercollegiate carnival in May ahead of Olympic tryouts at Stanford.

Berkyley Cal yPr California Far West Stanford Etioe

Tulane Outfit To Face Test In Rose Bowl Build Up

Tulane heads toward the Rose Bowl with an undefeated season and aims to maintain the nation's only unblemished record. Coach Bernie Wierman’s status is unsettled after a tense buildup and a hard fought win over Washington State, as Tulane prepares for departure December 19 to the West Coast.

Bernie Wierman Washington State Tulane University Tulane Bes Minnesota Clamia Southerm Californie Les West Coast Plana

Coroner Halts Jockey Burial in Pittsburgh

Coroner halted the burial of Archie G. Hewitt a 78 year old former jockey and handler of thoroughbred race horses as detectives pursued a suspicious person charge against Edward Sullivan 83 Sullivan said he assaulted Hewitt who died yesterday from a fractured leg and heart trouble with physicians citing contributory factors in his death

Pittssurgh Archie G. Hewitt Edward Sullivan Seaulting Hewitt

Hawks Fall 2-0 To Americans In National League Game

New York Americans defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 with a well-placed goal by Rabbit McVeigh highlighted a game noted for erratic play and sporadic scoring attempts. The Americans led at periods with goals credited to McVeigh and Button.

New Tobe Dec New York Americans Chicago ‘Weekhawks Rabbit McVeigh Blackhawks Button

Tulane Stands Out In Charity Basketball Tilt Season Showdown

Report from a crowded stadium saw Tulane top Kentucky and New York university by a wide margin in a 13-0 charity win before 40,000 amid mixed results from the day’s eliminations. Merrylang captured the state title with a 41-8 defeat of Western Maryland as major teams posted wins across the country.

Geddy Kentucky New York University Yele Holy Cross Brawn Rew Haven Brown Les Dartmouth Yale Ells Carnegie Tech Duquesne Big xx Nebraska Colorado Aggies Denver Kansas State Wichite Kansas Washburn Missouri St. Louis Oklahoma City Tulma Haskell Utah Oregon State Washington Alabeme Stars Georgetown George Washington Catholic University

Thames Endorses T B Seal Sale

Dr John Thames director of the Kanawha county heart unit urges Christmas seal purchases to fund public health. He notes benefits of funds, the ongoing fight against tuberculosis, and the pattern of funds supporting local, state, and national associations while inviting broad community support.

John Thames Ka~niwha County United States Amy Public Health Service National National Sanociation League For the Maintenance of Disease Control Nations Kanawha County Health Kanawha League

All-State Candidate Bob Dunn Shines for Greenbrier Valley

Bob Dunn 148 pound right end, senior, starred in Greenbrier Valley conference play this year. His offense and defense were unmatched, earning admiration from fans. A fast, hard tackler and skilled passer, kickoff, and ball carrier, his departure will leave a tough void for Coach Henderson and the squad.

Bob Dunn Greenbrier Henderson Bob

Spartans Robbed Of Chance To Deadlock National Pro Loop

CHICAGO November reports say a Green Bay Packers vs Portsmouth Spartans game was tentatively scheduled but canceled after Packers finished 12–2 and out of contention. Spartans club officials claimed weather contingencies and ticket sales, while Portmouth’s Snyder argued the match was agreed upon pending weather and arrangements.

Spartans Chicagn Tee Green Bay Proktr Portsmouth Spartans Portsmouth Actovising Joanniss Green Bay Marty Snydre Portynoyth Snyder Chicago Packers Chicago Bears Nattans Jost Chanos Sundlay

Six Midwestern Stars Get Bids for Shrine Game

CHICAGO December 8 Coach Dick Hanley of Northwestern and Andy Kerr of Galgate Will coach the East West Shrine charity football game at San Provcince Kew New invitations were issued to midwest players including Notre Dame’s Yarchmont Schwartz and Frank Holiman, plus Bill Hewitt Michigan Tulbeck and end Jin Purvin Netbeck and Charles Miller Pur tie and Dailan Marvis Northwestern tackle. five others await invitation.

Chicago Dick Hanley Northwestern Andy Kerr Galgate San Provcince Kew Midwest State Yarchmont Schwartz Frank Holiman Notre Dame Bill Hewitt Michigan Tulbeck Jin Purvin Netbeck Charles Miller Purdie Dailan Marvis Vited

Local Minister To Attend Northern Baptist Convention

The Rev. Clarence W. Kemper pastor of the Baptist Temple will leave today to attend the Northern Baptist convention executive committee meeting in Chicago. In his absence the Rev. James Prame will lead Tuesday morning radio broadcast from the temple.

Clarence W. Kemper The Baptist Temple Northern Baptist Convention Executive Chicago Kemper James Prame Temple

Roger Chew Dies

Roger Chew a retired chemist of the Standard Oil Co and native of Charles Town died in Washington DC at age 57 Interment will be in Charles Town He was linked to Col Roger Preston Chew and to Augustine Washington last owner of Mt Vernon

Charles Town Jefferson County Roger Chew Standard Oil Company New York City Washington, D. C Chew Roger Preston Chew Caer John Augustine Washington Mt. Vernon

State's Balance and Monthly Treasury Figures Released

State treasurer Willams G Johnson released a monthly report noting a year end balance of 10,590,639. The report covers November 30 and details cash start and end balances, investments totaling 25,480,926.19, and various fund movements including school, road, and Workmen's compensation funds.

Bituineaa Willams G. Johnson Trouser Gisa Board of Banfgot Virginia Ata Insurance Commissioner Btata Leggeazans Capitol’ Building Fund Ovardrawn

Auto Derails Train Driver Is Killed Near Here

A westbound passenger train derailed at a grade crossing near here killing the driver, Frank Matthews, a mail carrier. The engine overturned after striking his automobile. two coaches derailed but stayed upright. The engineer and fireman were uninjured. Matthews leaves a widow and eight children.

Gage Ganto Fe Frank Matthews Mail Certier Triin Sante Pe Matthews

Football Results From National Friday Games

Fragmented report lists Chicago Bears 7s Green Bay Packers 19 and New York Giants 19, with Brooklyn Dodgers and other teams in exhibition play. Mentions Columbus Memphis Kansas City Canisias Niagara and a vague event drive reference amid unclear figures and season notes.

Chicago Bears Green Bay Packere New York Giants Brooklyn Dodgers Memphis Wigers Kansas City Cowboys Canisias Niagara

Upward Trend In Prices Predicted Amid Gold Standard Shift

London reports suggest Britain may face rising prices as importers struggle after leaving the gold standard. Furs, dresses, magazines, books, and wines trend higher. everyday goods show small increases. Lancashire and steel sectors gain competitive footing, while cost-cutting helps domestic industry meet cheaper foreign prices. John Bull seems cautiously hopeful as government changes provide a temporary boost.

London England John Bull Notta Voce Lancashire China Jobn Bull

Bandits Loot the Home of Wealthy Invalid in Chicago

In Chicago on December 6 two national bandits raided Crisius Owen’s mansion on Sheridan Road. They looted valuable silver jewelry and other items valued at 810,000 after forcing entry while guarding Owen who is 83 years old and bedridden. A nurse, a guest, and eight servants were threatened. the attackers fled as officers were summoned. The wife and Owen were treated by a physician.

Chicago Crisius Owen Sheridan Road Owen Olill

Attorneys in Holiday Harlan Strike Case in Jones Trial

Mount Sterling Kentucky reports a murder and conspiracy trial involving W B Jones, a Harlan county mine union officer. Prosecutors and defense counsel presented long testimony and prepared final arguments after about 25 witnesses. Jones faces charges over a May 6 killings tied to a plot amid labor conflict. The defense aimed to rest Friday with a jury verdict expected Tuesday.

Mount Sterling Dee W. B. Jones Harlan County Mine Union Jones

Body of Speed Flier Will Be Taken Home

DETROIT December 6 The body of Lowell BR Bayles Springfield Massachusetts air pilot who died yesterday while attempting to shatter the world land speed record will be taken tomorrow to Newton Massachusetts the home of his family Funeral services will be held Wednesday at Granville Springfield where Bayles helped build the small plane in which he was killed arriving today to take charge of arrangements

Detroit Lowell BR. Bayles Springfield Masa Newton Hig Fatoy Bayles Puneral G. B Granvile Bayler

Mayor Wariker Begins Homeward Trip to New York

New York Mayor James Wariker begins the first leg of his journey home by motor from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles. He plans to ride a Santa Fe train at noon tomorrow, with a stop in Albuquerque at noon Tuesday for ceremonies granting him the name Chief Big Heart by representatives of several Indian tribes.

Santa Bsrbara Cal Jamen Wariker New York Aity Los Angeles Albuquerque Walker Big Heart

Tech Captains Named For 1982 Gurnegie Tech Football

At a grid banquet in Pittsburgh on December 6, Georgs Aval halfback and William Sample left guard were named co captains of the 1982 Gurnegie Tech football team. Both are juniors in the school of the dostries.

Piltsburgh h—Georgsaval William Sample Gurnegie Tech Grid

Runaway Girl Can Go Home Now as Her Father Is Gone

Helen Kuproweki fourteen ran away after conflict with her old fashioned father. She wrote that she would not return unless he left or died. He, jobless and three children in an institution, disappeared and was later found dead from asphyxiation in a furnished room. The authorities located him in Potter's Field as police sought him after a note from Helen.

New York Helen Kuproweki Modern Dike Reed Mt Arid Helen

Road work on state routes detailed in 1940s West Virginia update

The state road commission reports completed stone bases and grading on multiple routes. Highlights include 6.63 miles of grading on Mo. 39 from Davis south in Tucker county, 4.74 miles of stone base and bituminous on No. 24 near Lewisburg, and 3.82 miles of stone base on No. 61 between East Bank and Handley. The bulletin lists extensive paving, gravel, and grading projects across Greenbrier, Hancock, Nicholas, and surrounding counties, with delays noted at bridges and during wet conditions. It documents routes 10, 16, 19, and many others, detailing current progress, detours, and closures impacting travel.

State Road Commission Davis Tucker County Lewisburg Greenbrier County East Bank Handley Kanawha County Caldwell UD. B St Weirton Hancock County Curetin Nicholas J County Pennsylvania Mt. Morrie Morgantown Fairmont Clarkebing Weston Sutton County Romney Virginia Line Stony River New Creek Maryland Martinsburg Kenora Huntageton Charleston Waite Sulphur Springs Wheeling Moundsyre Mannington Patrmont Pribtytown Sherrard Chester New Cumberland Couge Newell Barry Glen Welleburg Moundaville New Martinssurg Sintaravile Ben's Run Derry Ohio Gisteraville St. Marys Parkersburg Sandyville Ripley Logan Reemore U. 8 Fishwey No West Hamlin Yewkey Danyitle Iowa Reolne Seth Whitesville Harper Beckley Shady Spring Hinton Aldernon Pickaway Onion Sweet Springs Auntington Mason County Point Pleaghant Evans Point Plessant Spencer Glengilie Weston Co Buckhannon Mable jElins Canfield Bowden Savon Mise Harman Senéct Franklin Brondywing Virginia New Martinsville Sugar Run Road Hundred Cottontown Wadestown Blacksville Caastille Kingwood Yerrs Alta Huntington Lavolette Wayne Williamson Rederfield Horsepen Justice Welch Simmons Pinnacle Rock Dolph Toad Bluefield Hancock Berkeley Springs Martineburg Charlers Town Branchland Hartawood Sing Togan Rum Run Man Oresha Pineville Elmore Bud Mercer County Giatte Giatto Arista Matoaka Sighney Carva School Sitton Gussaway Ivycote Clayduncthon Clendenin Ruth Yawkey Clientedenia Mineral Wells Cowen Webster Springs Valley Head St. Marya Ellenboro Harritgilla Grantaville Milstone Arnoldsburg Arnoldaburg Big Otter Ivyante Wailback Pollowa Clay Bartland DU. S Patra Bisteraville Middlebourne Josephe Mills Pennaboro Henderson Winfield Feary St. Albans Pine Grove Smithfield Folsom Shinneton Doln Clarksburg Buckhandon Cleveland Diana Spin Webster Spring Meryland Tne Parsons, Elkins Huttonsville Marlinton Peterston Glentyn Princeton Point Pleasant W. 3 Fellowsville Pennsylvanie Line Virginia Ine Frankilo Horeney Maryland Jina Magon City Graham

Prince Nicholas To Face Justices

The Romanian supreme court in Bucharest is expected to annul the marriage of Prince Nicholas brother of Hung Coral and Binir Deleti next Tuesday. Reports say his family and the king favor annulment. Nicholas may retire from the royal family and waive monetary claims. The court, however, may not accept his proposed plan and the king has petitioned for annulment.

Budapest Hungary Bucharest Nicholas Hung Coral Binir Deleti Kinga Mietagor Roral Pires Carol Nicholas Ia Jargme Lari

Lodge of Sorrow Held by Elks in Charleston

The annual Lodge of Sorrow service of the Charleston lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was held yesterday at 3:30 at the Shrine Mosque. Former Congressman Benjamin Rosenbloom of Wheeling delivered the memorial address. The program featured organ music, solos by Mrs. R. J. Coney, and addresses by B D Lake and R E Sherwood. Nine lodge members died in the last year, bring total deaths since organization to 393 for a lodge with 214 current members.

Fterng Shrine Mosque Charleston Betevolent and Protective Order of Hika Benjamin Rosenbloem Wheeling Snorgen Sala Charles Greybil Atercises B. D. Lake R. E. Sherwood R. J. Coney Greybitt B. C. Franklin Rosenbloom Coney Mr. Lake Mr. Sherwood Samuel Stephant J. D. Cole Malcolm Jackson R. W. Tompkins Herman Price Prea E K. Helndl

Southern Pacific To Cut Salaries Across Staff

NEW YORK reports a 26 percent salary reduction for all Southern Pacific Railway officers and employees not under contract or group wage agreements, to take effect January 1. Negotiations for similar cuts are in progress with unions under contractual agreements, and further restraint is being studied for Mexico operations under local law.

New York Southern Pacific Railway Company Nlons Bisattar Ines Mexico Jawa

RKO Committee Okays Reorganization Plan

NEW YORK December DP reports the RKO protective committee approves a financial reorganization plan to avoid bankruptcy. A petition for a receiver for RCA’s $100 million subsidiary was filed in Baltimore last week as Biram Brown, president, is announced by the plan.

New York Radio-Keld-Orpheum Corporation Radio Corporation of America Baltimore Biram Brown

Hunt Death Toll Rises During Pennsylvania Deer Season

The second week of Pennsylvania’s 1831 deer season saw the death toll hit 27. Carlisle resident Cook, 10, died yesterday after being shot returning from a hunt on South Mountain. His shooter provided a name to Cook’s brother, who forgot it in the commotion. Lan Stover, 14, was killed by a stray shot near Bellefonte while walking to hunting camp.

Associated Prent Pennsylvania Acanding Marry Cook Harrisburg Carlislé South Mountain Lan Stover Bellefonte

Blood Transfusion For Huntington Mayor Reported

A Cincinnati hospital says Mayor Flora B. Chapman of Huntington received a blood transfusion to combat illness. Doctors reported no immediate adverse reaction and described the mayor's condition as not immediately dangerous. Chapman, who took office weeks ago, was hospitalized shortly after his inauguration.

Huntington Pec Cincinnati Flora Chapman Prank Fee

Deer Rescued After Beach Plunge at Seaside

In Seaside Oregon a deer chased by dogs jumped into the sea and fought the surf. Lifesaving efforts by Siti Leighton saved the distressed animal, who was wrapped in blankets and cared for until recovery.

Seaside Ore Dee Siti Leighton

One Week Christmas Break Planned for Jefferson and Union Schools

County Superintendent Miss Elizabeth J. Goodall announced that Jefferson and Union district schools will have a single week Christmas vacation, reversing the prior plan for a longer break. Schools in these districts will dismiss December 18 and resume January 2.

Elizabeth J. Goodall Jefferson Union Cheiatmas Dloan Decomeer

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