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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1932

Page

3

A W Brown Dies After Long Illness in Charleston

A W Brown 53 a well known Dusines figure in Charleston and West Virginia died at home in Aripytos after more than a year illness. Services will be held at Gingpeon chapel this afternoon at three o clock with Rev Frank Brown of Bream Memorial church officiating. Burial in Remi cemetery. Born in Richmond Virginia he came to Obseaton 19 years ago to work with the J Z Cobo company and later ran its store. Survived by widow a son A W Jr and three daughters Mrs Franz Taylor Frances and Busy all of Charleston.

Angus We. Berwn Dusines Charleston West Virginis Ariipytos Quark Gingpeon Chapel Frank Brown Bream Memorial Church ReMi Brown Richmond Hire J. W West ™At Lendale Lagan County Hoto Waytitea Obsmeaton J. Z Cobo Corfy

Restraining Order Keeps International Truck Company Action

Judge G W McClintic of the federal district court yesterday entered a restraining order against J W Craig of Putnam County and the Manufacturers Tank, restraining actions that protect the International Truck Company from seizure. The order, issued by the Putnam County office of the peace, levies property preventing general bankruptcy assets from being diverted. A separate note mentions authorization of a motor truck line between Clarksburg and Fairmont by Halfway Express agency and the state road commission.

G. W. McClintic Fedeeral District Court J. W. Craig Putusm General Bhoridax Mitre Clarksburg Fairet Halfway Express Tate Rosd Commission

Back Seat Driver Involved in Case

The state supreme court granted eight writs and stayed the case of Ores M Foard versus C. Hallwood. Mrs Foard sought damages for injuries from a car accident on the Ohio river road. The circuit court jury ruled for Harwood, but the judge granted a new trial. Harwood petitioned the high court claiming the accident was unavoidable and Mrs Foard was merely a guest rider not contributing to avoidance.

State Supreme Court Strer 3. C. Hallwood Cabell

Fire Hazards Found in Stores Corrected

Fire hazards in local shops were corrected after a patrol by Fireman Frank Krovee, appointed by Chief J Be Mebane to inspect premises. The initiative targeted improved fire safety and compliance across retailers.

Frank Krovee J. Be Mebane

Christmas shopping fire warnings issued downtown stores

Officials reported several fire records found in downtown buildings during the Christmas shopping period but corrected after store managers were notified. Chief McLane said the department aims to prevent fires as stores crowd the area and warned against risky wiring for Christmas trees and electric toys. Store managers were advised against risky practices and urged to inspect installations.

McLane

Hazardous holiday wiring dangers rise in crowded buildings

McLane notes that everyday holiday scenes show risk from piled boxes and ribboned decorations as temporary wiring hazards can spark fires in crowded buildings. He warns organizers to ensure safe electrical setups and clear walkways to prevent accidents during peak season.

Two-Toned Chrysanthemum by Mrs Raymond Apt

A two colored Chrysanthemum, Chaetomium mate plant, is shown in Mrs Raymond Apt garden. The bloom is split evenly with one half a deep color and the other half pale yellow, highlighting a rare two tone effect.

Raymond Ape

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