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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
2
Washington hired Kota Aten to support the Kenova Bridge project with state cooperation. The effort aims to secure federal and local backing, with Strother and other officials named in the advisory group. A detailed list of committee members and regional interest groups follows in the article.
The governor announced the selection of four experienced, regionally diverse figures to form the state tax commission. The appointees bring backgrounds in law, business, and public service, with a focus on evaluating current tax policy and recommending reforms. The commission aims to present a thoughtful, independent survey and proposals to lawmakers for a balanced, equitable tax system.
The Advertiser praises a new commission choice and urges a fair tax plan that burdens all fairly. It supports open minds, rejects bias, and urges duties that distribute taxation proportionally to uphold public welfare and equal burdens for all citizens.
A boy around 13, identified as Arnold Comer, admits to a string of violent acts including robbery and shootings as police detail his alleged crimes. He described fleeing from a home with a pistol and shots fired, later attacking a family and harming a woman and infant. Investigators say the youth’s account clashes with his calm appearance. The case unfolds as authorities press proceedings and seek to determine motive and responsibility.
A man fleeing a deadly scene ran a quarter mile and attacked Charles Moore, a pelts dealer, beating him before a fatal shooting. The suspect wore Moore's hat and shoes when detained.
Washington December 1 President Coolidge announced post office appointments. List includes Jarda Albans L S Jarretti Bonteverte Ira Folden Amberstdale Charles Gaker Barboursville James McComas Scarbre Willand Bishop Gossaway John Pierson Mahen William Chambers Ma ucott James Beck Ripley Marall Cc Archer Spring Hill Beverly Burrus Glarksbury Jul Den-Pham. Senators to confirm these picks.
John W Blodgett wealthy timber man sues to recover 42026 alleging civil rights and tax issues under the 1924 Revenue Act He claims the act is unconstitutional as a direct tax a property seizure without due process a tax on state governments and an infringement of state powers Mark Morris represents Blodgett asserting the law violates constitutional safeguards.
December 16 report shows crude rubber prices sliding due to nervous Holders in London and continental markets and weak American demand. Smoked ribbed sheets fell 9 3/4 cents per pound. January March contracts closed at 90 cents. Factories sold fair-sized lots early, with prices at their lowest since September 1.
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