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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1925

Page

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Powers Reach Agreement on Debt Proposals

The Paris conference ministers reached a broad accord among the United States Great Britain Italy France Belgium and Japan on reparations issues. Details were not released but Washington and London expect ratification after expert drafting sessions. The plan may include U S participation in the Dawes annuities with payments stretched over 26 years starting 1936 and a single sum for army occupation costs and war damages.

Taris Dan Aharey United States Great Britain Italy France Belgium Japan Washington Unti Federal Reserve Bank Helfium United States Treasury Winston Churchill James A. Logan, Jr

Young Star Offers Scholarships for High School Boys

Chicago dated report says Warley Barry provides ten four year scholarships to high school boys with thrift records and high grades. An initial gift of $10 to Northwestern University accompanies the announcement. Scholarships available to boys nationwide. start next September and continue for ten years.

Wesley Barry Chicago Warley Barry Yaithfulacreen Ciar Nerbhwestern University United States

Alma Rubens Seeks Divorce From Dante Goodman

Alma Rubens, screen actress known off stage as Alma Goodman, filed for divorce from husband Dante Goodman in the Los Angeles superior court. She alleged he began beating her shortly after their August 12 marriage in Greenwich, Connecticut.

Los Angeles Aims Reubens Alma Goodman Superior Court Dante Goodman Greenwich Conn

Dr Norman Bridge Dies in Los Angeles

Dr Norman Bridge a medical authority and president of the Pan American Petroleum and Transport company died in Los Angeles late today after a brief illness. He was 60 years of age.

DR. Norman Bridge Los Angeles Norman Bridge Mica Pan-American S Petroleum and Transport Company

Hughes Resigns Cabinet Post as Kellogg Succeeds

Washington January 10 Charles Evans Hughes resigns as secretary of state effective March 4 after four years in office. Frank B Kellogg of Minnesota becomes his successor and serves as ambassador to Great Britain. Kellogg likely assumes duties immediately after Hughes departs.

Associated Firess Washington Charles Evans Hughes Frank B. Kellogg Minnesota Great Britain Hughes State Department Kellogm Sir Hughes Analides

MacAndrews Held on Fraud Count

MacAndrews former secretary of the state compensation fund, living on Julia avenue in South Hille, gave bond of 3000 dollars before Judge Henry Black. His trial was set for February 13 after indictment by the grand jury for obtaining money under false pretenses from the compensation fund. He was arrested at his home and brought to the prosecuting attorney’s office. The charge concerns a claimed 2400 dollar payment from the fund.

MacAndrews State Compensation Commission Julia Avenue South Hille Henry xk.Black Frank Burdette MacAandrews Grand Jury Caplai Jana Ofice Bondas

Chapman Scores Phone Rate Boost

Huntington West Virginia Mayor Floyd Chapman told The Herald-Dispatch that cities in West Virginia should appeal to the Supreme Court for relief after a recent rail impresse granted the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co. to raise rates. He called the order drastic and unjust and urged radical measures to stop further utility rate increases.

Huntington W. Va West Virgina Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company Supreme Court For Floyd Chapman Herald-Dispatch Chapman Stathers Public Service Commission

Crowe Ignores Mrs Stokes Bid to Quit Case Against Hotel Man

State's Attorney Crowe pressed to drop conspiracy charges against W. E. D. Stokes and others, as Mrs Helen Elwood Stokes urged abandonment of the case. The Chicago matter centers on alleged efforts to defame Stokes and influence his estranged wife, with legal maneuvering continuing amid calls for testimony and trial continuances.

Crowe Mrs. Stokes Associated Preasy Chicago Ter Helen Elwood Stokes Tenver W. E. D. Stokes New York City Bir Stokes Daniel Nugent New York Aro Mya. Stokes Jesus Brete

Shoals Bill In Fight For Life

The Underwood Musia Shoals bill faces a late week battle as an amendment by Senator Jones seeks to refer the issue to a commission. Leaders view this as a major obstacle with a final vote hoped by Tuesday. Norris supports delaying debate to allow discussion, while Wadsworth and Jones amendments draw Senate opposition and require congressional ratification before commission findings take effect.

Associated Press Washington Underwood Muscia Shoals Republtcan Aongte Norris Nebraska Gettie Congress Commisnion

Citizens Organize Against Gas Rate Hike at Fairmont

A public meeting in Fairmont convened by local residents and leaders of the Meanmiunity Dafense Lenirve to oppose a proposed gas rate hike by Monongahela Wert Conn Pubally Bervine company. Attendees included BH Guardian president and several officers and volunteers who vowed to organize a defense of public services. The gathering, set for January 13, aimed to pressure regulators and demand fair pricing for Fairmont residents.

Pairmont W. Yadmi Jonaleltitane Monongahela Wert Conn Pubally Bervine Company Meanmiunity Dafense Lenirve Matpmonie Viel Organ Fa Dia Permacieny Vhalt LH Obout Oliceré Weron Teevnd Na Trilowny BH. Guardian Ving Pran Dents Harry Chi Victor Shaw Win Wasnt Goatata Bedad Heffner West Viti Fairmont

Clarksburg Body Scores Agitators in Fallout

Clarksburg riots and clashes erupt as law enforcement and local groups confront agitators amid rising tensions. Officials report damage and property loss totaling nearly $70,000 across multiple sites, with several individuals detained during the unrest.

1924 US oil output falls amid fewer wells and more failures

A 1924 oil production survey shows total U S output at 716 463 800 barrels a drop from 1923 as several states including California Texas Arkansas and Oklahoma report declines. New field wells proved short lived with eastern states led by Pennsylvania Illinois Indiana New York Tennessee and West Virginia posting substantial year to year declines.

Holston Toate Jar United States Doug Texas Arkanan Oklahoma Deereand Wert Virginis Hendaylvania Tllinois Indiana New York Tentessee West Virginian Chinona Kentucky Mota Kanmais

Woman May Get U S Court Post

President Coolidge may appoint Mabel Walker Willebrandt as the first woman named to the federal bench. The attorney general and prohibition enforcer met the president at the White House after Senator Shortlidge urged Judge A. L. St. Sure's appointment to the California Supreme Court of Appeals position. Willebrandt, a Los Angeles resident, has led enforcement efforts and sparked several controversies involving district attorneys and officials. Other names considered include Judge Willard Mangdon and J. Graupner among state figures and a Legion official.

Associated Press Washington Jan Mra Mabel Walker Willebrandt Ovririaml Federal District California Coolidge Wilebrandt White House Shorttldse Renullican A. I. St. Sure San Francisco Supreme Court of Appeals of California Mera Willebrandt Los Angeles Harding Asasseant

Charge Mary Man Died of Poison Tied to Baltimore Case

A woman faced murder charges in Baltimore after the death of Merry Mary, alleged to have died from poison. The court set a preliminary hearing for Wednesday as prosecutors pursue evidence collected at the scene and related investigations by city officials.

Bawaimori Mila Dai Mom Nusbund Ham Merton Cwinke Milla Willy J. Morrie Poalko Tourder Ut Msi Theourtney Doniter Baltimore Merrysiwa Lepun

Martin dies after illness in film industry

Irvin J. Martin, longtime director of Doug Lan Fairbanks productions and a prominent figure in the motion picture industry, died today after a lung illness. The obituary notes his leadership roles and contributions to film during a prolific career.

Holly Woon Ualif Dan Yin Martin Douglan Fairbanks Roductiona Aponenr Motion Pletarn Induae Ley

Kansas May Probe Prison Pardons Due To Hint of Bribery

Kansas lawmakers gather for the 1925 session amid reports of alleged bribery in pardons. Russell Davis, son of Governor Davis, claimed his father knew nothing of a $1000 payment to secure a pardon. Attorney General Griffith said several accusations reached his office. a probe into pardon and parole records was expected.

Kansas Associated Press Topeka Kat Russell Davis Jonathan M. Davis Griffith Ma Department Davis Russell Avernor Fred W. Pullman Iinn County la Cygne Pollmin Jamies W. Tinley Chanute Finley Ben S. Hauten Davies Topmaa Russel Davis Kiansas Stte Young Davis Fred W. Pollman Pollman Kanwasuty National Hotel Tata

Warren Named U S Attorney for Michigan Cabinet Pick

Charlan Beecher Warren, a Michigan lawyer and former ambassador to Japan and to Mexico, is nominated to fill the attorney general vacancy. The nomination follows Stone’s elevation to the Supreme Court, with Senate action anticipated promptly despite the Michigan governor choice. Warren’s career spans law, diplomacy, military service, and party leadership.

Japan Mexico U.S Associated Press Washington Charlan Beecher Warren Michigan Stone Supreme Court Senate Groesbeck Couzens House McKenna Warren Revolution Committee Cleveland

Missing Mother of Five Fled Toward Highland Relatives

A Kentucky police inquiry links Ate We 1. Dayit, mother to five, to a possible escape to relatives near Aanland Kentucky after a family home disturbance. Reports claim a missing person near her home with threats investigated and found false.

Sully Pollée Thaley Tiwiminhally Boriday Aanland Kentucky Etale Todd von Atlan Hunt Avenue Charleston

Keatley Seen as Front-Runner for West Virginia House Speaker

Edwin M. Keatley of Kanawha County looms as the likely candidate for speaker of the West Virginia House of Delegates as the biennial session nears. The fight appears regional between northern and southern factions with other contenders including I. M. Underwood and Robert Morris. Senate presidency hints center on E. Bunker Reynolds of Mineral County amid a field of holdovers and hopefuls.

I. M.underwoood Tyler County Hove Robert Mooris J. H. Browater Lewin County

Prohibition Officer Edward Smish Hospitalized After Poisoning Incident

Edward N Smish a Philadelphia prohibition officer stationed in Pittsburgh was taken to a hospital for liquor poisoning said to result from investigations into liquor law violations He was identified as a buyer who reported purchasing many drinks of doubtful character Doctors expected a full recovery and noted the poisoning occurred after a Friday incident during his assignment at prices suspected under the prohibition law He faced medical care for possible removal to a hospital for further treatment.

Pittsburgh Edward N. Smish Philadelphia Taith C.J. Simons Smith Physiciana

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U. S Young Star Alma Rubens Kelloggs Fae Conlidge Nardimsy Conllage Mr. Coolidge Alyvaya Berahy Cherirmin Maenes Wantington Atlania American Bar Association Rounds Sherman Lwight Keslnge Lece Rembugana League of Nations Lodge Ittens Kelloy Paris Ambaawidor Herriuk Cnosidgr Fenterday Gait Public Ife Imer M’andrews Secretary of State Compensation Department Vaer Soar West Virginia Menting Mrr. Stokes Mr. Stokes Kellogg Phank FB. Rallo Minmenitn Peenent Naubansador Mittian Whl Shoals Bill Underwood Community Defense League Clarksburg Chamber of Commerce Gemmerne Ashers Arkansas U.S. Court Mabel Willebrandt Merryman Irvin J. Martin Douglas Fairbanks’ Productions Sunflower Son Anese Bayis Kansas City, Mo Glenn A. Doyle Thy Hutchinson, Kunans, Ormastery LAW Charles Beecher Warren Ambascador Jayan Mextro U.S. Attorney Han Big Campbell's Greek Coat Companys Driday Nigia State Board Uldren Tavis Mra. Davin R. E. O'Conner Townton Keatley Kanawha County House of Delegates Bumker Reynolds Clyde H. Ban Wost Edwin M. Keatley Kanewha Tower Keat+ley W. E. R. Byrne Kane Ben E. Bunker Reynolds Keyner Mineral County Reynolds Howard M. Gore Charles G. Coffman Harlesn County Wright Hugus Ghia County Harvey Marsh Wood County Luther E. Woods Welch AL. Hellmigh Cecil B. Highland M. White Mingo County Rezo Beck Tursday Graen- Jans T Federer Monongalia G. W. Fox B. D Fayette County Eli Roberts Calhoun County B.C. Redabaugh Harbour County B. PB. Pettry Raleigh County Blaing Ragte Murton County Edward Smith
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