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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1928

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U S Ready to Discuss Policy in Latin States

The Associated Press reports U S officials plan to keep policy open in Latin America while avoiding formal push or preponderant influence in the Pan American discussions in Havana. Delegates caution no binding decisions yet, with Washington aiming for openness and general understanding in the Caribbean talks.

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Wille Willis Cipher Reveals 1827 Quip

A fragmented 1827 note from Gopyight hints at a playful miscue about a Kansas team, with cryptic wording suggesting a lighthearted jab or challenge. The readable lines reference Kiow a KU and a pulling action, framed as a quip or riddle.

Senate Clashes Over S-4 Probe

Washington stalemate as the Senate debated a presidential commission versus a congressional inquiry into the S-4 disaster. Senator Swanson pressed for a separate inquiry while opponents balked, and a plan to appoint three civilians and two naval officials faced opposition from House Republicans and Democrats alike.

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Senate approves first regular appropriation bill

Senate votes to provide 890.000.0590 for state justice commerce and labor for the next year. Debate was brief after committee work, with few on the floor, and the bill was rushed through. The measure gained about $1,000,000, including a $475,000 increase for development of sylation in commerce.

Washington Senate Departments of State, Justice, Commerce, and Labor Soly Department of Commerce Gaulle

Women killed in St Louis gang war report

Two men, Dominic Catelde and an unidentified man, were killed in a St Louis gang war. Charlen Frees, a news agent, was wounded by machine gun fire directed at the trio. Charles Splenta, near the scene, was being questioned as a material witness.

ST. Louis Dominic Catelde Charlen Frees Charles Splenta

Seek to Follow Trail of Money In Teapot Case

Senate Oil Inquiry witnesses Sinclair and Everhart subpoenaed amid testimony refusals. Everhart handled 235,500 worth of Continental Tracts profits. Sinclair faces possible contempt as probes seek details of 3 million dollars involved. New summonses target New York bankers amid efforts to trace funds from Texas fields to Continental and related firms.

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Labor Will Demand Beer In Platforms

In Miami on December 20 the American Federation of Labor announced it will press major political parties to include a 2.75 cent beer duty in their platforms. President William Green announced after the executive council, following the United Brewery Workers plea led by Joseph Overton. The federation favors real beer as a step toward prohibition repeal and indicated beer tariff support could appear in the coming legislative program. The Los Angeles convention favored amending the Volstead Act.

Miami Fla. Dun American Federation of Labor Wiliam Green terem=tion United Brewery Workers, Preseritee Toreph Los Angeles

Vare Determined To Carry On Seat Fight In Senate

Philadelphia report notes Vare pressing to carry on seat fight for United States Senate with a definite conclusion. William B Wilson petition to the Senate committee on privileges and elections will be submitted.

Vare Philadelphia Dan Roburst Stytun Senate Setiavoreieet Willan Washington William B Wilson

Willebrandt Pushes Tougher Volstead Penalties

Attorney General assistant Mabel Walker Willebrandt urged Congress to strengthen Prohibition enforcement with a Stalker bill proposing up to 10000 fine and five years in prison for violators. She argued current penalties are inadequate against bootleggers and conspiracy, calling for judge discretion to target major operators. Representative J Charles Linthicum led the committee considering the measure as sessions continued.

Washington Tun Cnplog Mabel Walker Willebrand Sturney Congress Mike Gadchil Stalker Hill Vetsteactisa Willebsandt Percon Nf Carrvne Con Spirsey Rie Stalker J. Charles Linthicum Maryland

Ransom Letter Probe Ties to Missing Girl Case

New York authorities investigate a ransom letter linked to a missing girl from Northampton and Borland. State police discuss leads with the parents and governor’s adviser as search efforts continue nationwide.

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Huge coal merger eyed by Senate action and state politics

United States Senate action looms over a proposed massive coal merger. Governor Lon Starns refuses to recognize the Senate’s authority, vowing to appoint no successor and condemning the federal move as an erosion of state sovereignty. The merger plan aims to consolidate major Virginia and West Virginia coal firms into the Smokeless Fuel Company, with centralized sales and a two-region distribution, potentially shifting control to a Chicago and Boston hub.

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Missing Girl Mystery Stuns New Orleans Police

New Orleans investigates the disappearance of Margaret Davis 20, a local resident. Reports tie her case to a possible homicide and identify several suspects including C. F. Buyin of Texas and others connected to Meridian and Houston. Police probe notes and a health board inquiry as details remain unclear.

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William DuPont 73 Dies Suddenly at Winter Home

William DuPont aged 73 died unexpectedly today at his winter home near Wilmington, Delaware. The longtime Wilimington financier and key figure in local business collapsed as Dr Ryan arrived. his family and staff were present. He had arrived two weeks ago and had shown no warning signs. He owned a large estate called Hopeton beside the Alum River, with twelve pails and new upper rooms under renovation.

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Cosgrave Is a Great Fellow Says Rogers

Key West dispatch reports Rogers praising Cosgrave as a great fellow while discussing visits from Presidents and welcoming Ireland's president. He hints at showing hospitality and unity in a large country as Jimmy Walker plans to keep Heflin away, with a light, celebratory tone.

Cosgrave Rogers Key West Fla Ireland Americas Jimmy Walker

City Leads in State Building This December

Charleston and all minors had a strong December in West Virginia building permits, while other cities mostly showed declines from a year ago. Total permits issued reached $210,415 in December, with Huntington at $41,150 and $331,127 for the two periods. Parkersburg, Clarksburg, and Bluefield reported varied results, and Charleston’s rise was driven by a state house wing project completed mainly in 1927.

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Lad 10 Crushed by New York Central Train

A 10 year old boy from Four Avenue West Side suffered severe injuries after attempting to board a moving New York Central train near Sicko crossing. He was hurled under wheels and is reported in critical condition at a local hospital.

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Senator Heflin Repudiated by Home Folks in Alabama

Alabama senator Heflin faces strong backlash after remarks in the senate on religious issues. The Montgomery Advertiser endorses Al Smith for president, drawing support and backlash across Democratic circles. Robinson’s leadership stands, Heflin vows continued fight against what he calls the Roman Catholic machine, while invitations pour in for speeches from lawmakers nationwide.

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