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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1928

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Brumby Criticised For His Ignorance Of S-4 Rescue Work

Washington February 21 The navy court of inquiry placed joint responsibility for the collision of the submarine S-4 and the coast guard destroyer Paulding on both vessel commanders. It urged detachment of Rear Admiral Brumby from command of the central force due to lack of essential rescue knowledge and proposed further hearings to justify the findings.

Navy Court of Inquiry Hel Asumated Washington Coast Guard Paulding Frank Brumby Imshe Nis Art Rexone Navy Department Provincetown Bose 1Udmarine R. &. Jones John H. Baylis Brumby N. Naa Bess Atlantic Prank EH. Brumby Dyhiy King Frank H. Brumby U. G Ny Bul Wilbur Meljon Beylis Fresoka Mellon Baylis Shone EB. H. Campbell Expres Martin Wotil

Willie Willis Br Rorfrt Message Misread

A fragment from a 1928 source shows a child’s frightened remark about a bat and a mistaken belief of danger. The readable text conveys a puzzled tone as the speaker recalls the moment and a simple recognition that the danger was just a pebble.

Missing Girl Found Working as Housemaid

Catherine Elizabeth Theeny, 22, daughter of Maria Georgio Theermy, was reported missing February 3 after leaving Marymount College in Tarrytown to visit her grandmother in New York. She was found employed as a housemaid in New Jersey, with authorities notified and a quiet search continuing.

York Catherine Elizabethe ‘Theeney Patextny Rultege Gil Ingke Daughtre Mara Geaggo Tiermry Fom Couw Airry A. Laveen New Gantens Lang Eland Marymount College Tarrytown New York Martin Rogers

Endorsing Free Bridges Draws Local Support

A hotel manager, a lawyer, a merchant, an agent, a public official, and a barber voiced strong support for the proposed free bridge bond in interviews with the Gazette. Davenport, Peyton, Lilly, Tay, Grishaber, and Carmack argued bridges are vital for Charleston’s growth, reducing toll costs, and avoiding higher future prices.

Pudiic Beck A. B. Davenport Davenport Kanawha National Bank Charleston A. A Lilly Charleston Charleston Nations Hank Building Bridge Pond Hagt Charigstens

Bond Embezzlement Trial Opens with Fraudulent Warrants Alleged

The trial of Joan C. Bond for embezzlement begins amid detailed opening by Attorney General Lee. Prosecutors allege state warrants issued in 1923 and cashed at a Pocahontas county bank, with endorsements by a state auditor official and non-state actors, including a traveling fishing trip in the case.

John Bond Tomer Roy Fury Hla Rege Wits Court Etuie Altecord Burdette DL L. Salsbury B. Lee R. A. Blessing M. F. ‘Matheny Dad VU. B. Atkinson Charleston Taylor George Philipp Joan C. Boat West Virginia John | Quick J. D, Curry Charles Johnson D. Newhouse Dwight Jarrett W.B. Fowler George Strickland F. R. Auliz J. D. Mills William Palmer Ww. I D. Fleming D. A State Auditor H. Wright Thomas Spurlock State Auditor's Department Earacy Banic Astorney General Wright Washington, D. C Speial Gax Encocso John ©. Bond Hickman Coes Pocahontas County Tienda Boone Nus Ditor Tne Ronceverte J.T. McNees Maren McNees Cincinnati Washington Pease

Mayor Walker Witnesses New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade

New Orleans February 21 Mayor Jimmy Walker of New York attended Mardi Gras scenes reviewing Rex and other entries. He caught souvenirs, was struck on the nose by a missed throw, and noted the parade's transportation theme with ships and barges. Walker planned future Southern stops despite a busy schedule.

Jimmy Walker New Orleans New York New Orleana Rex Walker Oyer O'Kaste Oreele Tathera Puaakotl Gald Brit Walker Aubway Mobile Atlanta Wilston-Salem J. N.G

Rogers Seeks South Dakota Candidate in Wilds

In South Dakota’s wilds, Will Rogers jokes about political hunts and a Democratic governor who pitched a big dinner in Washington. He recalls plans to bring a figure named Galvin into a fenced game preserve, referencing a skit about politics and a “fours” line, showcasing Rogers’ satirical stance.

Rogers South Dakota Wilds Biour Falls Coolidge Washington Galvin Wasa- Will Rosers Jieton

Tearful Widow Identifies Fox in Store Robbery

Mrs. C Ivy Thoms testified in Los Angeles court identifying William Hickman and Welby Bynt as the youths behind a Christmas Eve robbery at the Thoms drug store. The owners were shot when a Santa Claus masked pair demanded money and fled as a patrolman watched from behind a counter. Hickman faced a death sentence for the Marion Parker case. the trial adjourned for further testimony on Hickman's sanity as Parker’s family attended.

Sresey Los Angeles William &. Hickman Welby Bynt Perry M. Parker Marion Thoms Hunt Toy Bi Ay Nisgar Hickman Dhe Parker Ense Thuretay

Suspected murder in burning of woman identified in Somerville

Police seek a codean car linked to the death of an unidentified about 33 year old woman found burned near Somerville. Autopsy planned to determine if slain or suicide. Witnesses saw a woman in the area twice and gasoline was found around the body as flames spread.

Somerville Potten Joseph Cooper Horpiti Moreistaws

WOUNDS WIFE AND ATTEMPTS DEATH BY OWN ACTION

In Baltimore on February 21 Frank H Colina 46 shot his estranged wife after learning of misconduct with another man then drove her to a hospital and shot himself under the heart both were expected to die hospital physicians reported Colina and his wife later met on the street triggering the exchange of gunfire before the man fled.

Baltimore Wif Frank H. Colina Ueder Colina Tne Wwarrel Flo Collins

Alienist Says Remus Slaying Normal Act

Lima Ohio February 21 Dr P F Tuning defense alienist testified in habeas corpus hearing for release of George Remus Cincinnati wife slayer from the state hospital for the criminal insane. He said Remus acted normally and was evenly balanced with a tendency toward intellectual pursuits, finding no symptoms of insanity.

Lima, O George Remus Cincinnati Tuning Remus

England Secretary I C C Decision In Rate Hearing

Washington February 21 England of the sixth West Virginia district told the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee the agency wrongly claimed expansive power in rate cases. He denounced the Hoch-Balth resolution as misapplied and argued Congress never intended the commission to favor one region over another. Clark defended Eth's confirmation, saying disagreements arose from honest differences of opinion. Bech closed his testimony acknowledging the commission’s contested authority under Hoch-Smith.

W. Roberts Washington Borrau Washington England West Virginia Interstate Commerce Commisson Congress Clark Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce John J. Eth Interstate Commerce Commission Igor G. Clark Commission Frank Gooding Idaho Crrits Woods Comunicatan Esch Clare Shsoid Comunicaional Watson Hoth-Smith Farner Gooding Bech Eech

Estranged Wife Defends Doctor in Murder Trial

Los Angeles reports the defense in the Dr. Charles M. McMillan murder case as Katherine McMillan identifies rings allegedly owned by the slain Mrs. Ametia Appleby. She notes the doctor sometimes carried two rings, while the prosecution seeks to link wealth from a Chicago inventor to the motive for the alleged killing. The trial adjourned with the judge delaying rulings on key motions.

Tey Associated Bross Los Angeles Charles M. McMilan Ametia Appleby Katherine McMilan Redhsiland Apniaby Dienict Tom Menzies Jorkey Jerry Grisler Windle Appleby Stormer Chicago Median

Jail Sentences Set in Teapot Jury Shadowing Case

Justice Sid imposes contempt sentences on Sinclair Burris and Day for tampering with a jury in a conspiracy case tied to leasing of Navy Reserve. Baron receives six months, associates four months, veteran detective fifteen days, and his son faces a $1000 fine as part of the conviction.

Sinclair Burris Day Oi] Baron Justice Siddons Navy Reserve

Seven Missing In Mine Blast Near Parnassus

Rescue squads battled through debris filled passages of the Kinlock mine at Valley Camp Coal near Parnassus to reach seven miners missing after a blast that killed six. Twelve squads worked through two miles of tunnel as officials reported heavy damage and poisonous gas. Identified dead included Thomas Mooram, William Susey, G N Beck, Louis Wengel, and John Poole.

Associalad Aoother Indientea Thoma Durtost William Susey G. N. Beck Louis Wengel John Poole Durtost Ottinisis Vonight

Sinclair Sentenced for Contempt in Teapot Dome Case

Washington February 21 Harry F Sinclair oil magnate was sentenced to six months in jail for contempt of court by Justice Frederick Siddons in the DC supreme court. Three others were found guilty of contempt. Burns detective agency heads were among them. The judgment followed a swift ruling on jury shadowing connected to the Teapot Dome affair, with bonds set for appeal and release on recognizance pending post verdict actions.

Sy Dniversal Serviceb Washington Harry F. Sinclair Frederick Siddons District of Columbia Supreme Court H. Mason Day Biidger William J. Burns W. Bhermen Burns Burns Herb Sid Hearst News Kirst Sinclair Artiical Teapot Dome Naval Off Reserve Washington’ Herald Sinclair Court of Appeals Justice Biddons Dayatin Willem J. Burns W. Sherman Burns Siddoms Woulit Barnu Justice Siddons Sio¢lair W. Shermen Burns Nim Burns Detective Agency Bond Asange Binclair Martin W. Littleton Associated Press Siddons Sheldon Clark Sinclair Refining Company O. L. Weltech Burns Agency Baltimore Siddeans

Reed Attacks Tariff Blamed for Farmer Ills in Oklahoma

Senator Reed of Missouri blasted the protective tariff as the cause of farmers’ woes during a western campaign stop in Tulsa. He urged a $1.9 billion inland waterway and harbor bond program, pressed for immediate river navigability, and warned Democrats to unite against the common foe. He spoke to the Tulsa Chamber of Commerce in a non political address and noted a Reed for president club already exists under J H Maxie.

Jay Associated Missourian South Front Oklahoma Aleady J. H. Maxie Maxie Prohibition Tulsa Chamber of Commerce

Legitimizing Sir Henry De Bathe’s Children Sought in Court

London February 21 The legitimacy act proceedings seek to declare four children of the late Sir Henry De Bathe legitimate born before their parents marriage. The petition names Lady Burnham Lady Bomberleyton Mrs. Winifred McCalmont and Maximilian De Bathe. The court granted the petition after evidence including Charlotte De Bathe’s affidavit that she married De Bathe in 1870.

London Sir Henry de Qathe Chilldren Sir Henry Lady Burnham Bomerleyton Winuifred McCalmont Maximilian de Bathe Agec Charlotte de Bathe Lnte Henry Andiver Tanyere Saurt Britain Wack

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