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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1926
Page
1
Operators and miners endure heavy losses as the sixth month of the coal strike begins. The stalled talks and ongoing stoppage impact production and regional economies, with both sides facing mounting pressure to reach a settlement.
A long meditation on gold’s influence across history and myth. The piece links gold to faith, exchange, and temptation, tracing ancient myths of Midas, the golden apples, and Atlantean legends, and notes how gold’s allure persists into modern eras and economic thought. The narrative emphasizes gold’s cultural power over people and civilizations, contrasting ancient reverence with contemporary concerns.
Reports from Philadelphia note Tenor Fow leading talks to open a mass mine stoppage in 1902 style, signaling a prolonged disruption. Officials and operators debate wage rates, arbitration, and a potential new contract as losses mount for miners and allied workers.
Miners near Wilkes Barre have struck out on their own, forming an independent operation at a site near Devil's Elbow on the old Mountain House property. About 100 men work in eight or ten groups, producing roughly 150 to 200 tons daily and hauling ore by truck to nearby buyers. The venture, using newer mining methods, faces legal tensions as surveyors monitor encroachment and the company resists tax assessments.
A garbled yet identifiable record shows Billy Mitchell preparing to renew air attack plans as he transitions to civilian status. The text references lectures on defense systems and propogation tours, with distorted mentions of colleagues and dates.
George Hobart a renowned humorist died after kidney complications at age 68 in a New York hospital. Born in Cuba, he gained fame for witty writings and children’s books while contributing to early American newspapers and radio humor. He also authored several stage works and was linked to the Dinke tel papers. His works include witty pieces for They Rape More and connections to Marie Dressler. He was 68.
Lawmakers in Warminnivon face a Senate clash this week as a reform package on inheritance tax repeal and ending public notice of income tax payments moves to final debate. The House backs the compromise with expectations for a vote by Saturday in a tense regional budget context.
Mel Trotter, famed evangelist, launches a two week series at Bream Memorial Church beginning today with morning and evening services. The campaign aims to convert many souls, with daily meetings including a women’s session and evening programs in the church basement for fellowship and discussion.
A new fertilizer project is discussed involving Dr. TG and experts from the Manadiiin corporation with support from local producers. The plan aims to produce pure nitrogen fertilizer with a by product of ammonia, using a diet of illuminated mineral inputs and tested at a stationary facility for feasibility and future production scale.
Kanawha City will receive a freight depot to handle railroad traffic and distribution for the South Chapvelesta region. The station, located near Titan, aims to streamline shipments and improve service to Kanawha City and surrounding districts. Officials expect the facility to open today and to boost local commerce.
In the mid Atlantic several ships battled heavy seas aiding a distressed freighter and another schooner was towed into Sandy Hook with torn canvas. The Dutch ship Alkard bound for Philadelphia faced heavy seas and possible crew loss amid a four day gale. The rescue included a naval submarine and an escort vessel, with no injuries reported.
In Watertown district Mara Aelmont Tray three children and four adults died from gas fumes likely due to a faulty heater. Daniel Holland and Holland family members were found unconscious in separate rooms and died at Watertown hospital despite doctors’ efforts.
Lexington authorities plan strict security for the Ed Harris trial, a confessed killer of three and attacker of a white woman. About 1,000 National Guard troops will protect the courthouse, with mob violence fears guiding the secrecy and military perimeter.
Attorney William Donovan will join Richmond officials to plead against Bearcat Riggs four year probation appeal. The case centers on probation law constitutionality as used by federal judges. Local prosecutor reports readiness for late week arguments in the circuit court with Richmond authorities coordinating.
In Minneapolis on January 31 a 32 year old man and his wife drank poisoned wine. The wife, though gravely ill, is expected to live according to doctors. The husband fled. police arrested the father, a 42 year old, who allegedly tampered with the wine.
United States liner President Roosevelt enters Plymouth Sound carrying 2h mumbers amid whistles and sirens from hundreds of ships. Captain Fried thanks the crowd as Captain Tose and wife reunite after the rescue of Antinoe crew, with two lives lost. Survivors hailed by crowds and tender crews, while crews prayed for further lifelines.
Dallas News reports that former Texas governor Miriam A. Ferguson and her husband James J. Ferguson intend to run for governor as the political landscape shifts. A campaign manager, allied with Ferguson, forms a pivotal team as a spring legislative session looms and talks of amnesty bills surface to restore Ferguson civil rights and eligibility.
An illustrated Olcott correspondent report recounts a hazy Sunday in the mountain region where two locals Miss Neil Cinkies and Stuffeye Varles roam crowds. A misfired fly catching attempt leads to a fall and a tumbling sequence, ending with a dramatic stumble described in the narrator’s rustic style.
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