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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1925
Page
19
The article describes Swedish regiments trained for winter operations including ski maneuvers on lakes and forests. It notes air support, navigational drills, and the aim to keep troops capable in severe cold with emphasis on exercise, recreation, and community engagement during the season.
Readers confront a wave of disapproval as gambling palaces in obscure Cleveland suburbs close after a confession by HI Uf Forney Lancaster Pit and others. He admitted fleecing about 324000 through dice, faro and poker, then losing 12000. Authorities aim to curb operations once and for all amid a citywide uproar.
Police reports reveal a string of losses and near misses at private clubs. Prober Himmelstein defends Grand Fraternity actions to recover 458,000. A clerk named Prat Guy, notorious for gambling, speaks of Boob prospects and sharp play. A bank heist tale ends with a confession and a nickel left as only loot.
Washington bureau of railway economics reports a freight car handling speed of 32.2 miles daily, the fastest on record. The figure surpasses the prior 30.7 mile record by one and a half miles, with October data indicating continued gains in freight movement.
Glasgow dispatch describes a public feud between Duke of Argyle and Inverchaplain minister Rev J Thomson. They argue the Cairdow Church font, allegedly moved to Inversry, with the duke denying theft and claiming the font belongs to Wilma Low parish. Thomson retorts with pointed sarcasm referencing clan history and Lamont murders.
Governor Smith pardoned Benjamin Gitlow, once a New York assemblyman, convicted in 1920 of violating the criminal anarchist act and sentenced to five to ten years at Sing Sing. Gitlow’s case stemmed from a socialist manifesto publication. his repeated releases on court orders were noted as he argued over punishment for his political crime.
The Monte Carlo casino projects a $25 million season as gambling grows across Europe and the United States. Growth in the gambling spirit boosts anticipated winnings for the casino this cycle.
Charm and color fill Charleston shop windows and counters as Christmas merchandise leads the season. Stores emphasize complete stock and organized layouts to meet every need both large and small, urging shoppers to visit now while best selection lasts.
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