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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1932
Page
5
Matrons urge action on a legislative act prohibiting superintendents from employing their wives at state institutions. The attorney general warns the measure may be unconstitutional but a court ruling could settle the legality and compel payment of salaries if matrons sue for wages.
In Vatican City on Dec 33 more than 20 cardinals from the Cuban church plan to call on Pope Pius X tomorrow afternoon to offer Christmas greetings. Cardinal Pignatel Di Belmonte, 1-year dean of the Sacred College, will lead in presenting best wishes.
President Hoover boards a Christmas cruise from Savannah toward Florida with a party including Justice Stone and Senator Austin, amid talks with Letretry Stimson and Norman Davis. Mrs Hoover says Hoover needs a break from desk work, planning a low-drifting inland passage voyage for the holidays.
The Sunshine Chorus toured the business and residential districts singing Christmas carols over loud speakers from a large bus. The bus was donated by Atlantic Greyhound Lines. speakers by BH and K Amplifying. power batteries by Maufien Battery Company.
A crazed woman clung to a ledge while Mung and Dr Urne and Munn aided her. After grim exchanges moving along the wall for 30 minutes, firemen deployed a long ladder and net. They saved the woman and ferried her to safety as onlookers watched in relief.
The auction mixed gun sales with livestock as Isley and Tate assets drew bids. A pair of rifles sold for 832.50, a single 1801 dated rifle for 34.76, cows fetched up to 19.50, and other items included a damaged matchbox prize and a cap tied to a fatal event. Mrs. Tate and 1% children remained inside Price Home as proceeds fund funeral expenses. Exempt items included four hogs two cows and a cook dog.
Peggy H Joyce doubted the tale but Salvation Army delivered twelve Santa Clauses to the Astor gallery at the Waldorf. The elderly Santas, in reg emocks and long white beards, marched from Peacock alley to the gathering, drawing gasps and then eager smiles as ice cream and festive treats appeared.
The scene shows patrons lingering as they share deritasse coffee and cigars, with Peggy distributing entreated presents amid a festive Indy bustle. Waiters count spoons while decorations and jolly exchanges echo through a crowded hub of holiday life.
Lt G Frame of Seventh avenue was assaulted Thursday night at Bibby and Washington streets. The robbers demanded a match, struck him as he prepared to hand it over, and stole $5 40 from his pockets along with a knife and hat. Frame said one tooth was knocked out in the assault.
New York December 93. Frank J. Partyh, once rich from a 16 million fortune, bought the former presidential yacht Mayflower and built a 90 million pipe line company by age sixty. He surrendered on a grand larceny indictment and denied the charge. The Missouri Kansas Pipe Line Co. sought receivership to move natural gas 1200 miles from the southwest to Illinois. Partyh led the company as president and director. William G. Maguire, Chicago, filed charges against Partyh yesterday.
Charleston firms Shelter Ire Cream and Baker-Hyans Ire Cream received charters with $1000 capitalization. Incorporators Edgar T. Higgins Livingston 8 Jennings and Frederick L. Strong, all New York. Hollings worth company of Chitlaton authorized to deal in general merchandise. 200 shares stock without par value. incorporators M. L. Barix V. 2B. Morrison and S. E. Teubert, all of Charleston.
In Wheeling on December 18, the Weirton Steel company ordered about half of its former Steubenville Plant workers, idle for six months, to return to the works while the plant resumes full operation. About 856 workers were normally employed. only the laid-off employees will receive work starting Tuesday.
Bingham in a february 28 session faced a dramatic scene as he opposed beer provisions amid questions of constitutional validity. The tall scholar and explorer received applause from galleries while jurists mockingly tested mugs at the railing. Senator Norris Shepherd urged Congress to hold firm on the 18th amendment amid warnings of delaying tactics by drys.
Public health cautions urge vigorous treatment of any cold and generous fluids to ward off flu. Advice highlights rest, hydration, and Vicks products as a Coldy-Control Plan tested to shorten illness duration, with guidance on home precautions and medical care.
St Albans News Mir reports the birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brucker of Sixth Avenue on Tuesday at Kang Wha Valley Hospital in Charleston. The item lists local holiday gatherings at Marshall College and multiple Christmas parties hosted by Mrs Frances Brothers, the Florence Howes Bible class, and various families, with attendees named. Also noted are a kindergarten Christmas party, a pneumonia accident to Norman Trowmidge, and the Red Cross drive total of 116, plus a midnight mass announcement at St Francis church and Emma Bickers visiting from Danville.
Davis cautions Europe against breaking up the international talks, saying a break would jeopardize the world economic conference. He plans to resume Washington discussions with Secretary Stimson and economic experts on debt, disarmament, and economic issues, while Roosevelt contends not to mix solutions in one package. Paris notes Premier Paul-Bonjour pressing Washington for help to clear debt questions ahead of new negotiations.
Three men captured after a jail break in Pineville face grand jury action on charges of breaking jail, conspiracy to riot, and related offenses. Recaptured at noon, the suspects are William Wideneaki of Beckley, William Foster, and James Richards of New York.
Patrons at a Thursday benefit performance at the Sunset theater Charleston donated six barrels of groceries. The 300 attendees contributed, valued at about 60. The food will be distributed to the poor of West Charleston on Sunday under the auspices of the theater and Rev. O F Clendenin, pastor of the Mountain Mission.
G. F. Woodtruff, 40, of Cleveland, Ohio, suffered a possible skull fracture after being struck by a car near St. Albans. He was taken to St. Francis Hospital. Rev. Jyneph A. Gilliam of Vir Bink Street said he was the driver. police noted the car skidded on the slippery road as brakes were applied.
Police received a report of a stolen truck tied to Perry Awning Co on Ohio Avenue and Charleston Street. Officers Daniel Prowse and J V Prowse traced the vehicle to Stockton and Charleston, arresting two men Julian Haynes and Jeffry Metton of Charleston, charged with theft and drunkenness.
New York curb exchange hosted 1000 to 1400 children on its trading floor for a Christmas party. The youngsters aged four to fourteen enjoyed a tree lighting, music, and gifts including shoes donated by a local shoe manufacturer, with supplies provided at low cost to the exchange.
The Nitro welfare club organized by Mrs. Evans delivered Christmas baskets to needy families. Birth announced for Bart Comstock’s son on December 20. Funeral for W L Moore set for ten this morning with Rev Smythe officiating at Spring Hill cemetery. Burnett heads to Miami for Christmas with parents. Robert Stewart, Jr. remains ill at home. Families travel to Akron for holidays. Nitro public schools close for holidays and reopen January 5. Local bowling matches saw Kanawha Water Co beat Viecosa. Betz’s State vs Southern Supply postponed.
Chicago mercantile exchange traders hosted a Christmas charity for 350 children from welfare districts. Each child received a toy, candy, new shoes and stockings, for a bright holiday, with families also given chicken butter and eggs, bread, fruit, and other essentials.
The Salvation Army will hand out about 400 Christmas food baskets to needy families starting at 10 20 this morning. Music and short talks by Major Joel Chamberlain and possibly board members will accompany the event. Its toy shop on Virginia Street east of Capitol Street will stay open tonight for mothers seeking toys for their children.
Municipal Judge D Boone Dawron yesterday sentenced Samuel Smith of Charleston to 90 days in county jail on a shoplifting charge. Sarah Malone, similarly charged, was released on bail. F C Cavendish charged with reckless driving by hitting 75 year old Myer Dolinsky of Laidley Street. a hearing will be held December 30. Dolinsky received cuts to the face.
Police investigate two recent robberies. Cigarettes and tobacco valued at $38 were stolen from Lanham and Mace in Bigby svems township. An electric drill, paint gun, and metal door entry were taken from Auto Wrecking in Virginia Street West, with a hole cut in the building to gain entry.
State Mines issued reductions in bituminous rates in the Harrisonburg chamber of commerce suit against Pocahontas Mies. Harrisonburg was not among the affected points. Reductions ranged from 10 to 52 cents per ton, with Martinsville showing the largest cut at 62 cents. Complainants sought 91.70 per ton from New River district and higher from distant districts. current charge is 92.80. Examining report had proposed 89.55.
Governor Roosevelt signed commutation orders freeing 13 inmates from state prisons to go home for Christmas and shortened sentences for ten others. One man, Napoleon Mabat, was fully released after a 23 year term for murder. Others from Erie County received reduced terms from 20 years to shorter periods.
The Elk district board presidency dispute will be argued before Judge Hudson on Wednesday morning. Democrat W E Hunt, who repudiated while alleged resignation, and Republican G W Lahkam, elected to succeed Hunt, are the contesting candidates. The board also has two contesting secretaries, R H Brasher, a Democrat ousted after refusing to turn over records, and secretary By Baxter, appointed by the new board.
City detectives search for three young thieves who snatched a pocketbook from Mrs. Resse White on Quarrier street near Hate. The suspects wore dark overcoats with light hats. one was bareheaded or wore a cap. Victims report multiple related thefts including a purse from a car on Hale street and cigarettes from Froger Grocery on State street.
Col. R. Ky. Gsborn, superintendent of the state department of public safety, has gone to Clarksburg to spend the holidays with relatives. He will also inspect several police posts in the northern part of the state.
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