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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1925
Page
1
Motive in the Mineola chauffeur death points to an army officer sought by police. A beard is attributed to Philip Knapp the aviator who wrote a friend he could not satisfy his craving for danger and likely would seek death by his own action to be face to face with death.
Case tied to Leopold murder in Chicago links to July taxi slaying of Louis Penella in Mineola New York. Suspect Frilip Knopp, ex Cornell student and army air service recruit, sought as deserter, connected by a car sale chain and a missing weapon. Detectives tie Penella’s death to a planned killing for danger and a plan to flee. Authorities note similarities to military revolver bullet and a buyer paying $1000 for the taxi, with Penella’s certificate forged. Knopp’s isolated behavior at Mitchel Field is described by Major Ensley.
Washington July 1 In a statement the Southern Railway questions the Interstate Commerce Commission appraisal of its properties valued at 251,558,900 arguing that many large railway properties and terminals, postwar cost changes, improvements, and other factors were omitted. It contends the proper total should be 479,727,503, which exceeds the balance sheet of 63,463,723. The commission fixed the valuation as of June 40, 1916.
Washington reports the Department of Agriculture estimates the U S farm population declined about 122000 last year. Rural numbers show mixed shifts with New England and the South Atlantic regions posting small gains while other regions lose. Net movement toward cities continues, with births exceeding deaths only slightly, reducing the farm population loss to about 182000.
Ohioan claims Reds called for resignation amid wartime tensions as former United States attorney general Wart Daugherty testified that a Senate committee pressed for action. He referenced loyalty and foreign policy demands in a letter to John A. Cline for a Renovation’s banquet presentation.
Alea Virginia Canady, 34, of San Antonio, says she grabbed five year old Roses from his paternal grandmother’s Forest Hills home after four failed custody attempts. She describes disguises and a hurried escape by car, then train to San Antonio, aided by construction workers blocking traffic, with the two returning to Michigan?
Rebels seize civil and military authorities in Guayaquil while Quito proclaims General Gomez Doe La Torre as military chief of government. No bloodshed reported as junta plans a civil government with full control and meets to appoint provincial authorities.
Stockholders in Plymouth Oil of Charleston react to the arrest in Pittsburgh of J G Farquhar a company officer on charges of fraudulent stock sales. Davenport Halluran and Davenport are named in civil actions as the case unfolds with officials unreachable in New York and Charleston.
The Shipping Board, in Washington, received from Henry Ford today a bid for 200 ships offered for sale for scrapping. The bid was first received after the board rejected a $1,279,000 bid from the Baltimore Iron and Metal Company opened June 20 among 12 offers. The board aims to obtain a higher offer and resumes negotiations, with new offers to be considered July 16.
New York July 10 Werster Rab it Maranville manager of the On engo National league hussball club with pitcher Herbert Brett and infielder Clarke Pitterger and George Warner a chauffeur were held on disorderly conduct charges after a free for all fight at Times Square during the 5 PM rush hour. The quarrel over a 50 cent taxi fare sparked a pitched battle drawing thousands as traffic cops cleared the crowd. None seriously hurt though several were struck. The players were in town for a Chicago Cubs Brooklyn Dodgers series.
At a mine owners and operators conference in Atlantis City the forum avoided arbitration talk and any contract terms. Statements from Inglis of Glen Alden Coal and Samuel Takis addressed substitutes, production, and possible future talks, while John J. Lewis of the United Mine Workers refuted wage claims with U.S. coal commission figures.
Smithfield July 18 Fedwin wii hard Gonse GM past grand master of the Odd Fellows dies at his home here last night. He had lived in the county for 30 years and was foreman for the South Penn OW company. He will be buried at Gillty Pa, his early home.
Damage from a cloudburst east of Wheeling drenched Boggs run and Wheeling creel valleys, washing away 22 smut bridges and undermining homes. Reports say river mouths clogged with debris, backwater cut trolley service, and the storm caused extensive property loss as flood waters surged along the Ohio River in the Panhandle.
Prosecutor John Quin of Monmouth County examined evidence of a so called inward pact after two people died from bullet wounds in a car at Rumson. Det Sgt Henry D. Wally and nurse Mary A. Linsmeyer were found at 4 in the afternoon. Officials said it may never be settled whether the man or the woman fired first or if both killed themselves. County physician Harvey W. Hartman noted no blame assigned for self inflicted deaths.
In a ten round contest at East Chicago, Perris of New York showcased superior speed and boxing skill to decisively defeat Nebrucke wild cat in a taxing title fight. Percig earned the shade by displaying sharp technique in the tenth round.
Edith Kartter Davis, wife of actor Allan Davis, was in New York when she shot her husband and was charged with felonious assault and weapon possession. She claims memory loss about the incident. The case was adjourned as Davis's condition improved and she was released on bond.
Eight leases filed with the county clerk reveal Owens Bottle Company and Libby-Owen Sheet Glass Company leased land along the Big and Little Coal rivers and surrounding creeks. Leased areas range from 50 to 200 acres per parcel, totaling substantial holdings for gas development tied to their Charleston area plants.
A passenger train 9741 on the Conemaugh division derailed and partly overturned near Monro, ten miles from Preeport, Pennsylvania. Eleven passengers were shaken, none injured. Passengers were shuttled to Butler Junction. alternative transport provided.
Washington reports a scramble among West Virginia Republicans for a vacancy on the federal circuit court of appeals as President considers a Democratic pick to fill the late Judge Woods seat. Thomas W. Shelton of Norfolk is touted, backed by Senator Swanson and Bascom Slemp, with Neely of Fairmont and Northcott also active. Campaigns center on Emory McClintie’s favored promotion, while Strother is urged as a backup candidate by Hatfield and White.
Washington reports unprecedented ice near the Labrador coast may delay the MacMillan Arctic expedition. A navy department message notes less ice than usual but Cape Harrigan north of Newfoundland is named as the departure point from Hopedale with a plan to advance toward Cape Mugford. In Bristol Virginia a separate item notes Kinney Wagner's jail escape after conviction for killing two Kingsport officers.
Jury chosen quickly amid limited effort to fill the panel. Darrow as defense counsel makes initial statement in court. Scientists considered competent to explain evolution. Prosecution plans to argue the opposite view. A minister summoned for jury service was not accepted.
Washington July 30 under the authority of State Joseph C Grow Lette Washington traveled to Swampscott Massachusetts to participate in the conference to be held there tomorrow afternoon between President Coolidge and Secretary Kellogg regarding Chinese and debt issues. He carried with him papers received at the state department since Kellogg left for vacation. The diplomatic exchanges, which will be delivered to Kellogg before the Coolidge conference, include notes from foreign governments on the proposed customs and extension territory conference and records concerning debt regulation discussions to begin in Washington in August.
Swampscott May 4 President Coolidge will discuss debt funding and the Chinese situation with Secretary Kellogg and Under Secretary Grew in a conference here. Kellogg is en route from Washington and may stay over the weekend. No new developments alarm the President as talks focus on European debt negotiations and U S policy with debtors.
Chicago dispatch reports Tony Genna, one of the Genna brothers killed in a gang feud, will receive a modest funeral with little ceremony. Police seek suspects but lack tangible evidence as three brothers consider leaving the city after the violence that wiped out part of the family.
New York July 11. Sale by Jon Rockefeller Sr of his estates in Mount Pleasant Greensburg and residences in New York and Florida to his son John J Rockefeller Jr for more than 35.9 million dollars. The deal, described as a transfer of cash and securities for real estate holdings, includes the private nine hole golf course and a Lakewood New Jersey house and garage. Government tax on the Poranti Hills estate was 1 752.50. The wealthiest man’s wealth remains, officials say, despite the exchange.
Dayton July 10 twelve jurors seated in a case challenging Tennessee law on teaching evolution. Defense pressed questions while prosecutors objected. Darrow questioned jurors at length. Indictment from May 25 under scrutiny for legality as grand jury issues emerged.
Dayton July 10 jurors were selected for the Scopes trial. Farmers W. F. Robinson J. W. Deuter Tom Wiley W. B. Taylor Le Gtry and others named. Fruit grower J. A. Thompson and shipper J. H. Bowman listed among jurors.
Dayton Tenn July 1 Dudley Field Majone of New York observed a courthouse street scene as a lawyer met a friend and a man in overalls identified as Malone claimed kinship. The New Yorker recounted Irish Malone ancestry with about 20 Malones in Ireland and America. The exchange ended with a cordial handshake and light humor about family ties.
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