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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1925
Page
1
Chesapeake and Ohio counsel uses court permission to inspect merger proposals and Van Sweringen dealings. O P Van Sweringen spends day on the stand detailing the origin, expenditures, and value of the Cleveland Union Station project and related realty and rapid transit ventures.
Washington July 20. Counsel for minority stockholders asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for extended inquiry into the Nickel Plate merger. H W Anderson for Chesapeake and Ohio opponents pressed questions on Van Sweringen teams and the Cleveland Union depot project as the session adjourned. Newton D Baker for Van Sweringen clients withdrew an objection to a constitutional measure. Commissioner Moyer noted it was overruled.
Bon Knapp 46 a Charleston architect died suddenly while at work on the top floor of Citizens National Bank. His death is attributed to heart dilation. He came to Charleston 26 years ago from Lewinburg West Virginia and formed several partnerships including with Charles A Harland and Fred Crowther. He was active in church and fraternal organizations and leaves a noted career in the city.
A loan of 30,100,000 dollars for the Kingdom of Benarkan has been awarded to a banking syndicate led by the Guarantee Company of New York. Officials say a thirty year 5 1/2 percent bond is expected, with early offering anticipated.
A muddled OCR note describes a municipal case and a trial of Morin on a gambling charge. It mentions a car on Edgerood Drive with Manuel Flaher and an automobile prize. A rare whiskey in a van is noted, with police stating a compartment was racked, and a battery electric vehicle found at the rear.
Kanawha County assessor T Newcomer announced no overall rent and personal property value cuts for the year, contradicting reports of a 5 009 000 drop. Values in London Malden and Jefferson districts up slightly offset by Cabin Creek declines due to coal business losses. Charleston expected unchanged barring a contested annexation. City values show reductions in business and rental properties from income drops, with population down 800 to 1000. A key dispute centers on a business organization’s assets reclassification affecting total valuation but cash assets were not reduced. Other counties show declines, notably Harrison with farm property value drops.
At Martinsville July 26 7 Friend Alley assistant cashier of Bank of Pine Grove near here was granted bail of 25000 after arrest July 72 on irregularities that led to bank issues. Alley in hospital recovering from an operation complained a guard impeded his recovery. once surety posted with Justice C S Farmer the guard was removed and Alley may leave hospital within a week.
Havana reports six more persons took their own life in the last 24 hours, raising the total to four dead and four days of similar action as Cuba endures widespread distress and wartime shortages extending across the island.
CHICAGO July 29 New evidence centers on Russell Scott in a dramatic murder case. Two women testified and authorities at Look county jail prepared to press for the hanging next Friday. Telegrams and telegraphers reports surfaced, detailing sightings and alleged admissions surrounding the drug murder. The case involves Robert Scott and a look for the fugitive, with conflicting messages about surrender and involvement.
New York reports plans approved for a Harding mausoleum in Marion Whine. The memorial, honoring former President Warren G. Harding, will house his busts and related memorial items. The project, submitted by the Harding memorial association, involves three entrants and a budget of about ten thousand dollars.
Report from Washington on July 20 features A W Frye addressing Maccabees delegates at their quadrennial convention. He asserts 609000 members prove humanity can unite despite differences and calls for Christian cooperation, urging adherence to shared teachings amid stress on unity and harmony.
Washington Post reports the postal rate probe reopens in Washington with many questions under discussion. The United States Chamber of Commerce reference appears in discussing referendums on national issues, as hearings review the impact of new rate changes on mail services and private card pricing.
A July 20 report notes a seized list and related documents during a raid connected to a grand jury investigation. Police indicate the items include names and addresses linked to a broader inquiry, with officers continuing to verify identities and connections as the investigation proceeds.
Confused dispatch reports French-Belgian forces quitting the Ruhr region amid reorganization orders. Addresses and names are garbled. readable items mention Germany, Ruhr area, and allied troop movements with unclear dates and outcomes.
A society girl from New York confronted Mr Comnnelo Vanderhilt and demanded intervention regarding a wedding at Vanderhilt Church planned for this month. The incident centers on alleged insolence and public disturbance as the social circle reacts.
Heavyweight champion James J. Dempsey announced he would travel from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City and then to Chicago for a New York commission hearing about a planned September bout with Harry Villa. Manager Jack Kearns criticized delays while Dempsey insisted he has not retired and will fight in September if contract terms are met.
A letter from Wor Thnichel protests a proposed appointment of Junior Guise of Shamokin to a federal post in Pennsylvania. The letter questions the recommendation by Senator Kemd and Wiesel, citing an inquiry and noting charges have not been proven, urging careful consideration before action.
Huntington 24 special grand jury voted an indictment against two men Abner and Lawrence Vance for the shooting at a residence on Laure Hill. The accused, Varney, pleaded not guilty as jury deliberations continued.
President Coolidge received an encouraging report from Senator Curtis on a heavy tax reduction, with treasury figures suggesting at least 200 million to 300 million in savings. Curtis urged housing government department reorganizations and farm policies while opposing extended Senate rule changes. He said no special session is needed and highlighted naval defenses and a Pacific base proposal.
WamPscott July 20 Senator Curtis Kansas Republican laces the President for a three day conference to outline the next session's legislative program. He cites good prices and crops as farmer satisfaction and favors cooperative marketing aid. He support tax reductions of 3409 000 to 500 000 with government department reform. Naval committee head Curtis urges immediate action to build a strong coast defense and Pearl Harbor defenses.
Moglds ville, ny 20 Thomag i Hatymond aged 1 postmaster of Mouindsvile Tram 1std died at his home here at noon today from a yardique stroke suffered four months ago. He served during the civil war as a member of Carlhva battery West Virginia in fantey, his widow and three daughters survive, along with a brother J. Te tnt Muundavitla and a sister Mrs. DL. Ast Huntington.
Patsy Collett, 34, of Wheeling, is in North Wheeling hospital with bullet wounds to arm and leg. John Martello, of Windsor Heights, is jailed in Ohio County pending shooting charges. Collett reportedly lured Martello to quit a debt dispute, then fired. later authorities reported Collett’s injuries not serious.
Bryan is summoned as witness for defense in the Scopes case during a chaotic jungle session. The day features an unexpected event, a steadfast defender of the Bible, and a Chicago attorney cited for contempt who apologizes and is excused.
A chaotic courtroom scene in Dayton features Clarence Darrow and defense amid fundamentalist clashes during the Scopes trial coverage. Witness Bryan is challenged as the prosecution and defense clash over religious interpretation and the Bible. Continuous objections and heated exchanges mark the day, ending with adjournment as spectators react to arguments and questions about biblical interpretation.
In Brawley San Lilo John Vruden and Lydia Rane met at a parol near Tayperan after a long clash. They agreed the survivor would commit suicide within three days if more than one died in the duel. Vruden later carried out the pact, taking his own life, while details of the event and locations remain unclear.
The seventh court day in the William Jennings Bevan Darrow trial featured contempt remarks by Darrow apologized and handshake with the judge. Eight scientists and two clergymen filed preliminary statements outlining expected testimony while the court adjourned to an outdoor form on the lawn to prevent a floor collapse.
Clarence Darrow apologized for contempt remarks during the Scope trial session. Judge Raulston adjourned to the lawn as the crowd caused unrest, with Darrow and other figures posing for a goodwill photograph after the incident.
Wayton Deu July 2 40. Defense statements admitted to record discuss the Bible as both literal truth and allegorical. They contend God made His word alive, with stories as parables and spiritual guidance.
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