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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1930

Page

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Resignation Of Lucas Demanded In Heated Debate

Senator from Nebraska defends Alfred E. Smith support while Norris ally calls for Lucas resignation amid farm relief clash during a Washington debate. Column notes Howell and Sen. Giena address the issue as beer wave and policy adversaries are outlined.

Nebraska Alfred E. Smith Waseington Ae Teowli Norris Lucag Giena Minos Ressons H. Aentin

Gasoine fumes fatal for Oklahoma City man

James Barron aged 50 state manager for Benny L. Doherty interests died from asphyxiation caused by gag fumes from a hit motor car in his garage at his Oklahoma City home. The incident was reported today.

Oklahoma City James Barron Benny L. Doherty

Crusaders Plan Local Quarters for State Headquarters

A regional Crusaders leader said Charleston will host the state headquarters of the national organization opposing Prohibition repeal. Thomas, regional director of the Crusaders, outlined plans to restore liquor control to states and argued the measure would boost employment by resuming traffic and disposition of alcohol. He cited surveys from Wheeling Charleston and Huntington and noted the Webb Kenyon act and Wilson tariff context supporting federal regulation.

Crusaders Charleston Solan Asd Algut Thomas Apn Ilon Abe West Vir Iset Wheeling Huntington Reseen Anatia-| Soal Department Mr. Thomas James M. Mason Charleston Iswyer Wiliam B Wilson West Virginia Cheeland

Shepard Case Goes to Jury for Verdict on Murder Charge

Major Charles A. Shepard, an army medical officer, faces three possible verdicts after a trial alleging he poisoned his wife with bichloride of mercury to wed Grace Brandon. The defense argues circumstantial doubt while prosecutors seek conviction or death.

Hangas City Eas Charles A. Shepard Polson Atase Pan Richard J. Hopkins Aardins MM Brewater Shepard Grace Brandon Fan Antonio Brewster Henry G. Close Denver Cruisel Bhepam Kway @ man Westimony Fort Omaha Shanghai Tasas Bees Fort Gilley Kas Major Shepard Utton Miss Brandon Port Riley Brooksfield Biles Brandon Misa Brandot Girts Brandon Flowers Ahepard

Christmas Music Programs Announced by Charleston Churches

Churches in Charleston announce Christmas music programs across morning and evening services. The Baptist Temple on Quarrier and Mariia streets hosts an 11 oclock Christ ies program with a large choir directed by Mr Newton featuring many named soloists and sections. Other churches plan children’s programs and additional music pieces for the holiday season.

Charleston Baptist Temple Quarrier and Mariia Streets

Trial Portrait Shows Major Shepard in Witness Chair

Jury hears case against Major Shepard in Kansas City Kansas on charges of murdering his wife with bichloride of mercury. The trial was assigned to the jury yesterday at Fort Beaufort Kansas.

Major Shepard Kansas City Kas Fort Buey

Tax Audit Reveals Major Deficit in State Funds

The sixteenth annual audit of state finances shows an estimated overdraft of 1,697.0 dollars by June 30, 1921, with the general fund burden to be met by reduced appropriations or new revenue. Dover reports a beginning overage of 663,900.62 and a projected end-year deficit of about 1.097 million, amid 6.6 million in projected expenditures and 8.1 million in revenue. The report notes the need for cuts or new revenue to cover the gap.

Townsend BE. A. Dover Dover Ain

Abandon Hope For Shipwreck Victims

Copenhagen dispatch reports near-total abandonment of search for survivors from the Oberon disaster off Læsø Island after the Oberon and Arcturus sank in fog. At least 40 feared drowned. two captains named Erik and Oss Hjelt, with families lost, and cricket figure J W H Douglas among the missing.

Copenhagen Ren- de Wensels Lase Island Oberon Arcturus Ceptainy Erix Oss Hjelt Eck Hjelt Bly Erik Hjelt Hope J. W. H. T. Douglas J. H. Douglas

Burns Hospitalizes Man After Kerosene Explosion

Southard of Bruntob, Va, is recovering at the Graate hospital after a kerosene can exploded at Wiley's Auto shop on Virginia Street Friday. Gordon Clatterbaugh of Belle, an employee there, was also burned but not confined to the hospital.

Forest Southard Brnuntob Graate Hospital Wioyt Virginle Street Gordon Clatterbaugh Belle

State Senate Coalition Plan Reported Dead

ALBERT W. QUINN reports that the insurgent Republican coalition plan to take the senate has collapsed. M. Z. White of Willemson is favored for presidency, with Watkins and other Republicans edging toward his camp amid Democratic resistance and cabinet concern. J. Alfred Taylor led the race for speaker, while Henshaw may head the minority.

Albert W. Quinn M. Z. White Willemson Senate W. Merie Watkins Grefton Raco Huddie Watkins BH. C. Ogden Old Guard Conley Gearman, Beneke W. Sdrwin Wella Evan G. Roberta Scond Thomas J. Davis Ne T, Anniler Harry B. Martin M. T. Miller White Tor White McGinnis Hatfield Howard Neale Charles O.' Wotmeyeteergee Am Woodyard Fowrth Jacob B. Smith John Q. Rutchinson John B. Davin BE. Bunker Reynolds 4. L. Helmick Qreeing A. L. Halmick Thomas Helmick State Senate Ths Tate John Q. Hutchinson Bockley Democrata Planas Henshaw Harry P. Henshaw Bunker Hill Clyde B. Johnson Charlton Johnson J. Alfred “Taylor Fayetteville Beyersl Pert

Unemployment Relief Bill Signed by Hoover

President Hoover signed the emergency relief package totaling 136 million dollars for immediate federal jobs and drought relief. Funds assignable for highways rivers flood control forests and public land work will begin promptly with projects ready for start within months.

Hoover Washington Congress Anc Actus Lator Steoll Hooter Senate Timat LaPolletti Wisconsi Walsh Democrat Massachusetts

Canal and Dam Projects Bring Jobs to Kanawha Valley

Government plans for Marmet lock and twin lock river works near Charleston may start this spring. Major Herman says final general plan approved. if funds are available, a contract to build one lock could begin soon, creating immediate work in floating plant, shop and river construction. Property revaluation in Kanawha County discussed to shift values amid industrial growth and tax debates.

Kaniwha Maj Vermas Huntington United Pak Ghar Karewha Marmeet Herman Frank Conklin Reed Marmet Charleston Getall Conakiera Congressions Kanawha County Paint Creek Glasgow Rubber Bowman Lumber Company Jefferson Bass Bardens Chariton Board of Equalizationsind Review Board of Education of City Council Kenawds d County Court Teel Hunk Bologna

Flier Killed Delivering Christmas Gifts in Crash

Philadelphia report says Martin Freiter a 28 year old pilot who flew from Boston carrying Christmas gifts to relatives died when his plane crashed in woods in the northeastern city area.

Philadelphia Martin Freiter Boston Wea

Moose to Furnish Christmas Baskets Through Gazette Santa List

Charleston lodge No. 1444 of the Loyal Order of Moose will supply food baskets to families on The Gazette Santa Claus List. A charity cabaret ball December 23 at Denial Hall will raise funds for the cause with proceeds aiding the Gazette Santa Claus fund and other local organizations.

Daniel Boone Order Jean Flournoy Dante Cleon Cecetto Charleston WBAZ Buntington Trooper Mercer Tenor Don Brandon San Francisco Fertainer Peggy George Betty Cash George J. Greever Moretary Loyal Order of Moose Br. Clifford Smany Gazette 8 Craeber Taat

Crescent road accident injures man in car collision

A Crescent road resident was slightly hurt when a car carrying him collided with a wrecked vehicle on Spring Street near igiay avenue. Police say the car was driven by Charlee Spaulding of Crescent road and the other vehicle by Vernon Bannister of Rest Bask.

Crescent Road Wea Ty Charlee Spaulding Vernon Bannister Rest Igiay Avenue

Commissioners' Kin Get Partial Appointments After New Court

Report details pending and tentative appointments to county posts as the new court convenes in January. Names include County coroner Dr William of Charlaton, road engineer Aubrey Ray, draftman Ray Cavendish, and county auditor W A Sizzon. Officials note many positions remain unsettled pending decisions on continuations or abolitions.

William of Charlaton Black Lunecy Dre Prestoo Robertess W. Lb. Price Mm. Mladeewood Nephiw Combs Missioner Blackwood M. Boas Aubrey Ray Charlatton Goghs Ray Ray Cavendish Charleston Mie McClang H. McChuing Albany Eswil W. A Argeninas Blackwood Thay Flense Page & Fut

Alleged Slayer Awaits Hearing in Pocahontas County

In Marlinton Dea Hyer is jailed awaiting a preliminary hearing next week on charges related to his wife Mary Hyer’s beating death. Edgar Pocahontas County Prosecutor's office notes an autopsy confirmed the fatal injuries. Witnesses describe the suspect's conduct around a restaurant and a confrontation with police, with hazardous devices reported.

Marlinton Dea Byer Allen Edgar Pocahontas County Sariller

Pleads Guilty To Mann Act Charge In Federal Case

Jamen Dayton Bomilton of Pitevurge pleaded guilty in federal court to violating the Mann Act. The case stemmed from alleged child marriage arrangements involving Rosette McDowxd, 23, of Overbrook, Pa, and a woman in Arbor, Mich.

Columbus Jamen Dayton Bomilton Pitevurge

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Lucas P.solon National Committee Howell Kentucky Wonsi Waves Chariss Ponri Wes Portland Ore County Grand Sae Neleon Bowles Itma Loucks Paris Mia Leone Bowles the Rague Sroticot Wae V. Prats Naval Operations New York Webbery Pusto Hinrs Soma Pease Page Christies Temple Mr. Newton E. Boyd Bail L. &. Dunbar Glen, Lilly Clyde Swinburne Neil MacDermid Kathering Macca Hal Morris J. &Encer Mary Eastwood Mary Johnson McCaffery T. B. Elkins Irene Caldwell Wilma Chandler Charles A, Shepard State Senate Coalition Plan Upper House Taylor Aoere Gillett Red Cross Aimerica Kanawha T.wewonenar Mewcormer Frank Hyer
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