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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1925

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Plan to reorganize government sparks high stakes fight

Washington reports a lively clash looms over Rep Carl Mapes plan to reorganize federal power. The bill would empower the budget director, widen commerce influence, and transfer many agencies, reshaping congressional control and executive authority.

House of Congress House Mapes Department of Commerce and Department of Agriculturs Convasion and Relief Pensions Bureau Interior Department Public Henith Service Treasury Department St. Elizabeth's Maspital Howard University Tthe Freedman’s Hospital Federal Board Commissioner of Education Truesfeta Legisation Department of ¢Commerce Bureau of Mines Went Interior Deriment Bureau of Aeronautics Navy Department Bill Elao Department of Commerce Bureau of Transftation Department of the Interior Bureau of Public Roads Deepartment of Agriculture Office of Supervising Architect Board of Road Commissioners of Alax‘Ke Beapes

Poland Arranges To Pay U S Debt

Warsaw January 25 The chamber deputies voted unanimous authorization of the agreement to fund Poland's debt to the United States. Payments will continue until 1984 with Poland expected to pay the United States more than a specified amount this year. Premier Grabski praised American help and said the move strengthens ties between Poland and the United States.

Chamber of Deputies Warsaw Chamber Poland United States Grabski Americoretie America Iti

Coffman Ill as Senate Session Nears End

In France preliminary Senate session closes with Coffman taken ill. Vatican Embassy and Russia receive attention as Herriot prepares a major address on obligations to the United States. Government declarations expected to center on foreign policy and international responsibilities.

Coffman Senate France Herriot United States

U S Judge Salary Rise Likely Sparks Debate

United States debates over judiciary pay tied to broader fiscal policy as France debt issues and pending cabinet plans dominate sessions. Prominent figures including Prime Minister Herriot address parliament on debt outlines while U S senators push for judicial salary considerations amid economic strain.

Clothed cream shades seen on Riviera fashion parade

Januaes 25 In London drew makers showcased cream dresses and clotted cream shades planned for Riviera travelers. Models wore Kawhn wool blends in vivid reds oranges and whites, with white wool denims and brown accents. designers noted cream shades will be worn by London women in May and June along the Riviera.

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Stone Contest To Be Resumed In Senate Debate

Washington date the fight over Attorney General Stone to join the Supreme Court bench resumes in the Senate. Debate centers on immediate confirmation while Wheeler of Montana faces possible indictment. Administration officials briefed President Coolidge, who in turn informed Stone as pressure grows on the nomination and related Warren and Sigal cases. The Judiciary Committee plans to meet tomorrow as Borah’s subcommittee prepares its report. Warren’s nomination may proceed without recommendation.

Coolidge Supreme Court Senate Associated Dress Washington Stone Wheeler Montana White House de Parment Whirther Senatura Nonavan Donovan Renatur Wheeler District of Columbia Potomac Nelson Sigal Charles Warren Michigan Renera Wil Tha

Huntington Loot From Three Businesses After Break In

Early this morning three separate businesses in Huntington were robbed. The Consolidated Power and Light Company the Huntington Motor Company and the Home Murni ture company suffered break ins with loot totaling over 700 dollars. Thieves also opened the Huntington Motor Company front doors and drove away in a new touring car later abandoned near Seventh Street.

Huntington, Jun Consolidated Power Land Light Company Huntington Motor Company Homa Murniture Company

President of Upper House Presiding Change At Meeting Today

The Upper House president will be unable to preside at today’s session which will consider passage of the 20 million road bond authorization bill. Senator A L Hrimick of Thomas will preside in his place as other leaders maneuver to advance the measure toward governor approval.

Charles Ih Cotton Stile Senate Way Kaanewha Deannibedt Joyn V. Harris Enate Hin Rey Moonday Phi House of Desepites Senate

Alessandri Bid For Chilean Presidency Amid Junta Crisis

Arturo Alessandri, former Chilean president, received a dispatch from generals inviting him to return and resume the presidency during Santiago’s military junta. He indicated surprise at the new parliament’s stance and noted he supported constitutional reforms desired by the people.

Chile People’s Party Fresat Wmnich Mary Arturo Alessandri Generain Bartnell Getigregs Santiago Cille Republic Senor Alessandri Rome Chillag Hs Empetat Laat Sendr Alessandri Associated Press Today Barliament Ciied Cuile Qnmen Biether Poople

Pittsburgh Blaze Damages Three-Story Premises Downtown

A downtown Pittsburgh fire damaged three brick buildings on Penu Avenue housing Centrators Machinery, Li ard Supply, and other tenants. The blaze caused about 225000 in losses and injured two people, with firefighters and investigators responding to determine the cause.

Pittsburgh Padan Penu Avenue Liard Ole Croum

Christian Duty Beyond Sunday Attendance Sermon at Calvary Baptist

Rev Harrington at Calvary Baptist Westharlesten urged Christians to extend duty beyond church attendance. He warned the world won’t recover until Christians evangelize neighbors and friends. The revival drew a crowded congregation with a program of hymns and scripture, stressing practical acts of faith and daily witness.

Harrington Calvary Baptist Charlesien Calvary Christiana For Barington

Skyles Held For Gem Theft In Atlanta Case

Special to The Gazettes reports Skyles, a Charleston man, implicated in a jewel theft near Asheville and linked to a robbery attempt in Clayton County. Authorities say the ring was recovered in Atlanta after pawn receipts tied to a downtown hotel sale. Accused co-conspirators face trial or prison, with ongoing searches for additional jewels and suspects.

Atlanta Siviuns Selgados Mayana Ula Jonesborn Terbert Skytes Charleston Wace Hvis Marian Tainby Dedyudeq Iden Mrs. Hairby Phateex Wvling Station R. G. Jones Clayton Countyechain Oficiata State Delgaens Ashevile Secuety Womn Hire Atlante Banilirs Hamby

Attorney Slain as Train Hits Auto in Maryland Collision

Marshand attorney Jakes Milegood, widely practiced in the area, and his daughter Mrs. Henry reportedly killed when their car was struck by a Pennsylvania railroad train at a crossing. The accident occurred near Tarniatives. Milegood, 84, had served as a prominent Maryland lawyer and former president of the state bar association.

Satliebusy Dan Janes K. Milegood Marshand Waa Eillad Henry Pennsylvania Railroad Meldames F. Froony Iggad Sity Cimberland, Md

Underworld King of Chicago Shot

Fragmentary report details a fatal shooting in Chicago linked to an underworld figure. The piece notes a victim and several named individuals, with references to medical response and investigations at a hospital. Names, dates, and precise facts are unclear due to the damaged text.

Senate fights slow up work in lower house

Senate fights slow up work in the lower house as Senate leaders face a tangle over postal pay, rate increases, the World Court treaty, and the Supreme Court nomination of Artor General State. The House delays on annual supply bills push attention to budget measures for independent offices and for state, justice, commerce and labor. President Coolidge is exerting influence to speed action while uncertainty lingers over timing.

Supreme Court Artorfey Senate State, Justice, Commerce and Labor House Corina Coglidge

Eclipse Passes As Devoy Lies Ill In Wackensack

Andrew Jackson Devay, a nationally known amateur weather prophet, dies of heart disease at his home in Wackensack. He forecast eclipses and provided predictions for traders and others, claiming to have predicted major events, but his bid to persuade government forecasts failed.

Wackensack Andrew Jackson Devay Alwd Mte New York Trevue Washington Vna United States

Relief Efforts Begin as Savannah Flood Suffering Expands

Reports from Metmah and Tene Mnaies south of Savannah describe widespread flood damage after days of heavy rain. Relief reach includes food and supplies dispatched by rail and road to affected districts within about 26 miles, as communications remain limited across Melvtoats county. Rail bridges and highways washed out cripple transport, delaying passengers and hampering rescue work while authorities coordinate aid and assess damage. In nearby events, a carpenter named Thomas Wooley died in a workplace accident, with investigators at the scene.

Savannah Hood Metmah Savanah Janob Paulson Phre Harbor Metntash Ceen Yietlina Way Erat Polnta Valinel Raywnond Sheldon Fort Sereyen Elvil Autharlas Davien Wevieral Atlantic Coast Seaboard Georgi Tay Whiyeroes Georgia Railroad

Troops patrol Herrin streets as riot quelled

Authorities report troops patrolling Herrin after a night of violence ends with fatalities. Two men, including Glenn Young, and Ora Thomas, among others, are named as slain in conflicting versions of the event. Officials say blame shifts amid early investigations.

Strosto Herrin Glenn Young Ora Thomas Elm

Death of Leaders End Strife in Herrin Klans Clash

In Herrin Illinois militiamen patrolled after a deadly anti Klux Klan clash near the Canary Cigar store and Europs hotel. Four men died including Homer Warner and Glenn Young. Details vary about who fired first as shots echoed through Main Street. Major Robert Davis led troops from Carbendal to supervise the scene while coroner's inquest plans were announced.

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Voters Strike Halts Election in Mendon France

In Mendon, a general voter strike stopped municipal elections as 3,899 registered electors failed to appear at polls. The town council had resigned weeks earlier in protest of government plans to build an incinerator in Meudon, delaying local elections.

Ireas Versailles France Mendon Counel

Brookhart Flayed Again as Iowa GOP Questions Seat

Des Moines Iowa January 25 Senator Smith W Brookhart long a lightning rod in Towanou tica politics again drew fire from his Republican foes after the Iowa state central committee divided over his divorce from the party The committee declared the vacancy of Brookhart s seat on grounds of alleged fraud and deceit and suggested Governor appoint a temporary replacement until the next general election The move follows Coolidge era Republican strategy and threatens Brookhart s future against Democrat Dane S Steel in a contest already seen as fraught with dispute

Des Moines Smith W. Brookhart Republican Party Iowa State Central Committee Iowa Coolidge Central Committee Bes Moines 14 Brookhare Humaalf Cavant Harmid

De Valera balks at Prince of Wales visit in Ireland

Belfast January 25 De Valera republican leader protests against a projected visit by the Prince of Wales to Ireland He says foreign kings should not rule or dictate Ireland and warns that any political meddling could derail tentative arrangements for the visit.

Associated Press Belfast Wamon de Vallera Ireland Prince of Wales Shourd Ign Wil

Widow claims Young fired first shot in fatal battle

The widow of Cilen Young asserts he fired the first shot in a Wilhenmson county confrontation that killed Deputy Sheriff Thomas. She says Young was defending his life during a perceived crusade and that authorities and witnesses will testify to his alleged innocence and misguidance in the event.

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