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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1925
Page
2
The Rayford fray case features McCormick labeled as the mastermind amid chaotic testimony. Witnesses describe threats, alleged promises of protection, and accusations of violence surrounding the shooting.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a crowded courtroom recounting a murder indictment involving Conley and Carpenter. Witnesses, alibis, and defense denials recur, with McCormick cited as urging noninvolvement or guidance, while prosecutors and defense counsel prepare closing statements as jury instructions loom.
A local committee finalized plans for a Jackson Dinner with subcommittees assigned to handle reservations. Members include Mrs. W. Mund Mills, Mons MeddoMfra, Tea Civtes, Harry G. Kelcter, and KHL G. Tal Jeteee. The dinner venue is the forthcoming site, with funds and invitations being arranged. Numerous Democratic leaders from southern West Virginia towns await responses to attend.
A Charleston business club reported underwritten funding from the Chamber of Commerce for a pair of new manufacturing plants planned to open within 30 days. The venture aims to energize the local economy with full-time, permanent operations and modern equipment, dependent on ongoing member support and committee oversight.
A nineteenth century style advertisement promotes Caletubs as a cold and flu remedy. It claims the tablet provides the effects of calomel and quinine without unpleasant side effects, recommending one or two tablets at bedtime with water. The ad asserts minimal nausea, no disruption to eating or work, and urges purchasing the family package for three cents.
The report notes a daily average oil production decline to about 46 050 barrels, with Kansas losses and overall weekly totals down. It cites Lerner Louilines and American rebount institutions in an era of reduced output and dampened market demand.
Weekly oil receipts at principal ports show totals by region with Texas and California figures. A firearms report notes Bern Pierce held to grand jury on highway robbery charge after a preliminary hearing near Huntington. A separate item mentions a weather related note from Glencob and Carruthers, aged 74, in Shields.
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