Storm Hits Charleston With Floods And Power Outage
Severe storm lashes Charleston causing widespread damage and outages. Fire Department faces six alarms as lightning toppled trees and wires, flooding streets near Dickinson and Locust. East End Garage roof collapses under water, attics blaze in Miss Sprouse’s home, while beaches flood and residents flock to rivers for relief from the heat.
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Charleston
Fire Department
Elementa
East End
Elizabeth Street
Tage
Dickinson and
Looatreeta
Statue
Capitol
Inemen
West Virginia Power and Light Company
Lick Branch
Kanawha
Cathera
Vehicle Plunge on Highway Leaves Men Injured
July Arthur Dechman of Fairmont West Virginia was seriously hurt while Moses won of Youngstown was cut and probed when Dechman's automobile plunged over a 20 foot embankment on the Triconin highway north of Bere. Dechman was brought to the hospital suffering from chest and shoulder injuries.
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Avuentaimer
East Liverpool
Arthur Dechman
Fairmont
Wya
Moses
Youngatown
Diechman
Toincoin Highway
Bere
Arty Proves Success In Spite Of Rain
Charlestoe sports lovers filled the city to hear a blow by blow account of a boxing bout with 600 attendees. The Ganette announced a fight party and New York Foundation details were heard as Leath am Pushers provided by J. & Parry. Marcone chaired the event with Universal File reels and local branch manager presenting.
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Sxvarage
Charlestoe
Ganette
Tee Kee
Reb
Ni York
Tke Chrang
J. & Parry
Marcone
Seek Elimination of Arterial Plan in Downtown Streets
Ten day trial of new traffic systems may result in abolition of plan throughout downtown. Streets works better in residential sections with slight improvement in second day of change. Several hundred arrests made by officers on non stop charges.
Mrs P C Knox Seeks Own Home in Washington Suit
Mrs Josephine P Knox filed for separate maintenance in the district of Columbia supreme court against Pallander C Knox son of a former secretary of state and Pennsylvania senator. She cites cruelty and excessive drunkenness and asks support for herself and their two sons aged six and two.
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Washington
Josephine P. Knox
District of Columbia Supreme Court
Philander C. Knox
Pennsylvania
Tustlee Stuford
Callas
Knox
Hag
Hor
Birs. Knox
Josephine Knox
Willan
Poole
Quarrier Street
Wsa
Pallander A. Knox
Ford Ship Bid Unknown After Corp Offices Close
When Ima Nest corporation offices closed, no trace was found of Henry Ford bidding for 20 ships for scrapping. He told The Associated Press the bid was mailed days ago and pending receipt, declining to indicate next steps. MANAGUA Nicaragua July 2 United States Marines will withdraw on August 4. First detachment arrived 18 years ago to quell revolutionary activities and have served as a key for American influence.
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Wasitington
Ima Nest Corporation
Henry Ford
Shipping Board Yelvely
Associated Press
Detroit
Maines
Managua
Nicararua
Iscul
United States Marinex
Plan 50 Percent Improvement Noted In Traffic Stop Trial
Charleston police report a 50 percent improvement on residential streets after a 10 day trial of a new traffic stop plan. Officers say violations rose during the period and fines amounted to several hundred dollars, with mixed public reaction and several complaints about the system.
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Beimis
Eritton
Sitythe
Charleston
Tremors Felt as Montana Village Reports Quake
Lom bard Ment experienced a slight earthquake with tremors felt Saturday by work crews and railroad employees. Santa Barbara sent 240 Marines to assist patrols, with many merchants preparing to reopen. The town suffered damage but the effect was limited. Santa Barbara estimated quake losses at 10 million dollars and planned aid to residents.
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Livingston
Mon
Lombard
Ment
St. Paul
Wst
Santa Barbara
Aermaley
Sante Barbara
T Ware
Overnight Air Mail Plans For Widespread Use
Chicago dispatch reports strong early success from the initial overnight air mail run between Chicago and New York. Officials say the eastbound flights set rapid times while westbound planes also posted record speeds given conditions, fueling hopes for broader adoption by daily newspapers and other users.
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Chicago
New York
Stephenson Quits Road Job in State Board Transition
An article notes Dr. Stephenson's retirement from the state road commission amid a reshuffle. Governor Gore defers public comment while hints of a planned reappointment and party considerations swirl. Officials indicate changes may affect ongoing construction and staff assignments as the transition unfolds.
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Avia
Stephenson
Cavernor
Ates H Wits
Gore
de Gore
Bud Aimee
Olive Branch to Herrin Motif Shift Sparks Revival Thread
An late 19th century items recounts Olive Branch becoming Herrin Motif as figures from Matlun and Uattiesburg gather at a ceremony. Delegates and notables including Day Reutigelst Fowird and S. Witlanin attend, extending fellowships amid friction and calls for unity.
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Sherift
Gallisart
Thashentta
Hese
Liutz
Reutigelst
S. Witlanin
Uattiesburg
Modernists Win Two Victories In Baptist Convention
In Battle, Wak, delegates of the North Baptist convention voted down a recall motion aimed at moderates from foreign fields. Fundamentalists who tried to bar Park Avenue Baptist Church New York delegates were defeated 12 to 4.
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Ehattle
Wak
North Baptist Convention
Park Avenue Baptist Church of
New York
Anthracite Miners Force Coal Strike Fallout Rumors
In Scranton Pennsylvania the Anthracite Diggers prepared to present wage demands as a renewal of the volarage dispute nears. Union leaders warned of possible suspensions if negotiations fail by September 1. The strike would affect operators and circulation of the industry, with talks centered on wage increases and full recognition of the operators.
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Bet Telleve
Scranton
Daly
Ion
Newutiadong
Atlantic City
Gun Addi Tlomad
Aduyss
Andrew Mattes
Giatrict Number 7
Thia
Mik Femarky
Matt
Lanight
Animus Lewis
United Mina Workers
Thomay Kennedy
International
Svcrer
Plantga
Voloa
Hades
Tentgh Vitley Codd and Navigation Conde
Wins Provident
Th. Warrine
Mmmisitten
Negrotiating
Migers
Suse
Sirike Minnet
Dh Marray
CL Wy Wataen
Ettinmai
Te Vonsaldaclan Dhal Sompans
John J
Dockeret
Piers Je
Plackiinider
Mr. Watson
Thawninds
America
Witica
Moe Murray
Seth
Hal Expecte
Rat Nirwinia Mings Ems
Vushargh Cnaq Company
Treawney
Mls
Mureny
Weacle
Mistrial Ordered in Case of Deputy Declared
The trial of deputy wardens Meteker and Thomann Hayden at the Arline federal prison collapsed after a long session. A mistrial was declared amid jurors’ requests for acquittal and mixed verdicts on bribery conspiracy charges involving wealthy convicts.
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Aplanta
J. Meteker
Kees Thomann & Hayden
Arline
Prinan
Joey
V. Wat
Marmet Marmet road agreement ends long delay
Kanawha county court formally granted a 30 foot right of way for the Marmet to Kanawha City road and the state road commission accepted it, paving the way for immediate construction. The settlement followed months of dispute among the court, the Charleston Chamber of Commerce, railroad companies and property owners, aided by The Gazette's coverage. Funds from 48 million state bonds will cover full hard surfacing from Kanawha City to Logan. The July 2 record confirms the court’s decision to proceed with road construction on the agreed width.
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Madison
Marmet Road
Charlesston-Logan
Kanewhe
State Road Commission
Kanawha City
Marmet
J.B. Madison
Charleston
Madieson
Charleston Interurban Railroad Company
Cheanepeake and Ohio Railroad Company
Virginia
Cial
Cette
Logan
Huntington
Boone County
Charleston-Marmet
Charlestom Marmet
State Road Commission of
West Virginia
Partionians
Fairmont
Cvater
Wit
Min
BOI Peducaasnat
Scott Good
Kingmont
Jordan Land
Taxicab Merger Report Denied
A New York based report says the Yellow Cab Manufacturing Company failed to merge with General Motors. The claim, originating in New York, was denied by General Motors officials who stated there were no immediate prospects for a merger and negotiations had only begun in the past days.
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General Motors
Yellow Cab Company
New York
Chivaso
Yollow Cab Mannuforrurhig
Giannral Motora Corporacion
Chieuwe Raport
Tewevl Motora
Thn
Ywa
Bowen
Believe Volcano Destroys Towns Prompts Widespread Loss
Reports from BWA Columbia recount a volcanic eruption near Chee Seeia that devastated multiple towns and blanketed the region in ash. Communications indicate Fat Bruelda and Sungaen districts have been destroyed, with recovery efforts hampered by dangerous conditions and ongoing ash fall. Authorities note delayed reports and ongoing uncertainty about survivor conditions and potential further activity.
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Bwa
Columbia
Chee Seeia
Fat Bruelda
Sungaen
Walsh Flays Doheny Words in Teapot Dome Charge
Senator Walsh of Montana attacks Doheny’s statements on the Teapot Dome oil leases. He says the assertions imply blame for the so called odious transaction among Harding era insiders and cabinet members. The controversy centers on transfer talks between the navy and interior departments and Derby’s suspected role.
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New York
Kawara
Dohenys
Teapot Dome
Harding Eahlyst
Montana
Senate Committee On Public Lands
PeoAe S. Wakes
Hebeny
Doheny
Navy Department
Interior Department
Jonet
Wavy
Denby
President enjoys quiet summer at White House Preakness era notes
President Coolidge remains at the summer White House in Plymouth Massachusetts with no callers and a brief grounds stroll. Tomorrow he will motor to Cambridge to present remarks for Washington’s 160th anniversary celebration, while other events and travel plans unfold. In Indianapolis elections, Mary Meskitmon was chosen president of the Suttonit duration association, defeating Cornelia Adair of Richmond, Virginia.
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Rome
Seo
Bremire Musselini
Tanahen Drekern
Mussolinoi
Albert
Hallam
Allbertt
Aes
Swampscott
Maas
Coolidge
Washington
White Court
White House
Tia
Cwnbriden
Guoudgry
Conarta Vartingad
Plymouth
Indianapolis
Ind
Mary Meskitmon
Pleres School
Hrookline
Mass
Suttonit Duration Association
Jeuse H. Neswlon
Denver
Colo
MeSkimmon
Misa Cornalla
Adatr
Ye Richwond
Greb Retains His Ring Title at Polo Grounds Show
Harry Greb of Pittsburgh retained his world middleweight title against Mickey Walker of Elizabeth New Jersey in a 13 round bout at the Polo Grounds New York. The program also featured Welterweight king Walker, a 24 round card, and other bouts drawing 65 000 fans for a benefit for an Italian hospital fund.
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Polo Grounds
New York
Harry Grob
Pittsburgh
Mickey Walker
Elizabeth
N. J
King
Welker
Harry Wills
Neero
Charley Waelnert
Newark
N.J
Dave Shade
Cali
Jimny Slattery
Buffalo
Canves
New Jersey
Ugal Company Sues Moundsville Firms Over Taxes
Lawsuit filed in Justice Court seeks unpaid taxes from Stiehlund Marshall and Mineral State Coat companies. Delinquent taxes for several years cited. Sheet Prod A. McXineh of Marshall County announced. Companies accused of owing thousands of dollars.
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Ugal Company
Moundsvilee
Stiehlund-Marshall and Mineral State
Scopes trial may move to federal court
New York World reports defense attorneys have shifted plans to seek transfer of the Scopes anti evolution case from Tennessee state court to federal court. They would request federal intervention to challenge the law as unconstitutional, postponing the Mayton July 10 arena proceeding and likely moving the trial to Nashville.
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Scopes
New York
New York World
Tennessee
Mayton
John T. Scones
United States
Tennester
Nashville
Plana la
Tvo
Shenandoah in Top Shape for Newest Flight
The dirigible Shenandoah readied for a mission from its hanger to the MOOFINE Magt Inthe today. Commander K meld would oversee the test as the craft sails toward Bai Harter and Parrish Harbor. The plan includes a parachute jumper to complete the journey with a drop near Bar Harbaz or Swampsrutt, mass.
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Shenandoah
Lakekurst
Tomorean
Tri Ba Harbor
BOO A
Bai Harter
Benton
Cambridge
Swampsrutt
Masa
Daya
Stwampacott
Bar Harbaz
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Brotherhood of Locmotive Engineers
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Palice
Lerdas
Oreder
Charlestian
Britton
Sunvedwor
Denny Rit
Tm Stephenson
Glendon
Annapolis
Hly Zin
Torn
Louta
Nulten
Wil Arado
Murray Aversimarmet Road
United Mine Workers
Bolt
Said
W. HK O'Dell
Stheaga, Iy 2
Daily News
Tumiy
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Yellow Cab
Loilay
Bluznis
Portpont Shepherd
Triohata
Maclintock
Wulanmy Downing Shepherd
Walsh
Solon
Harding
Wantam Trvyple
A Duende
Jack Sherkey
Joe Lynch
Tack Thearns
Aranda
Walker
Greb
Ring
Wills K. C
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