26 Jul 1924
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1924
Page
1
A courtroom transcript reveals the detective and witness reactions as the youth defendants discuss motive and confession during the slaying case. Leopold, Gortland, and other officers testify on the suspect’s mindset and potential future actions while a reporter notes his influence from crime fiction.
A garbled note from an official attestation claims American bankers hold a neutral stance amid a European trip. It mentions bankers could influence gains and references London ties, with unclear details about a vacation, a dog named Hotdog, and potential dates.
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Davis voices treaty policy stance amid political debate in Maine. He defends a one house vote approach and cites support from supporters, while noting past statements and contributions to a national fund. The exchange touches on constitutional requirements and party alignment ahead of November.
Senator Howell announces support for President Coolidge and seeks to rally Nebraska and nearby states in the Republican ticket. He argues Taft-Follette influence and grain price issues affect farmers, notes Nebraska corn crop conditions, and urges continued farm aid while avoiding alignment with Norris.
July 21 report describes a buffalo hunt in urban streets. Mutinie disrupts a route with 35 dutta and cure char, while Bivona breaks the Whee Fence and spooks cattle. One bell engaged an Athens cartnod. a mo ferrum armed with a counterller bat forces cattle to safer workplaces.
A report from Sulgrave notes visiting American lawyers toured the Washington family home. They viewed restored rooms at Valley More and met with notable local figures including a Chesapeake Waxaton’s saddlery lord while a president observed the interiors. The piece appears continued on the next page.
In New York on July, Fallon and partners argued for nearly an hour for the indictment of Diamiscal Fallon on bribery charges. The defense contends the indictment was returned under the wrong section of the federal criminal code as Wudke Geurke and McClinile led opening for the Government in Charleston, Virginia, heading the prosecutors’ case.
The Unspetaled Praasy reports lodges penalized over rum charges after an investigation into Henoria of Aanensurion of Manor. The supreme council announced penalties including a broadened station audit and a financial sanction of 350,000 jet Moonehourt. The director general J. Unis led the inquiry, with details kept private by ANAC EMUNT tatale Chatters.
Washington dispatch reports calm prevailing on the Brazil front as allied forces press a wave of operations. Communications describe new positions seized and rebels yielding, while a government proclamation calls for liberty against insurgents. A hope persists for a civil settlement within a few days to prevent further suffering.
In Muerenian July era, Frank Atkinson and Clyde Groner were executed for the murder of R. H. Bryant after being led from the jail yard. The double hanging occurred at 2 17 p.m. amid protests from Atkinson and tense scenes as the sentence was carried out.
London reports show all allied delegates hardening against financiers dictating the Dawes plan. French leaders resist surrender of Versailles treaty rights while Britain hopes for a compromise on German security. Ambassadors say defaults and Dawes terms must be settled in London as conferences prepare for Monday votes and final reports.
Naval dirigible Shenandoah completes a brief cruise and returns to its hangar at the post. The ship faced minor steering challenges as winds eased, allowing a steady berth beneath the large shed after a short voyage.
In a grim incident near the South Charleston bridge, hoboes attempting to ride freight were attacked after their plan to reach Cabin Creek collapsed. Oakley Collins and Duncan were involved. seven one dollar bills were carried by Duncan, later recovered. Police, led by Lieutenant Dan Smith, arrested Oakley and Collins who received 15 days in county jail with hard labor. Duncan continued wandering with his seven dollars as authorities pursued the others.
Democratic members of the special Senate committee on the Internal Revenue Service push to resume the investigation. Senator Couzens of Michigan aligns with the Democratic bloc, aiming to force hearings beginning September 7 with legal aid. Chairman Watson of Indiana chairs the panel amid reorganization talks and Republican opposition.
Final tribute to Daniel Baird drowned while helping others was rendered by the Ku Klux Klan at Spring Hill Cemetery. Several hundred Klansmen and Klanswomen attended with hundreds of spectators. ceremony lasted hours, with a large electric cross and eerie displays at Wanawha City park.
Royce Fiorelli, killed Sunday on Claude Eavisson farm near Mt. Glare, will be buried Saturday at noon in Macnelah cemetery Weston. He rests beside his wife Genevieve Brak, daughter of Weston barber Morgan Bragg, in a life ended last Sunday.
New York authorities opened city parks and recreation piers to the public for sleeping quarters during an intense heat spell. Acting Mayor Collins said it was a first attempt to relieve crowded hospitals and heat related distress.
The Gazette notes an early morning aerial survey over Pictou Nova Scotia as U S Globe Flyers prepare for a flight mission. Lieutenant Ralph Wyman of the ship’s personnel aids the aerial sketch for flyers. The Dan twaik makes a rearh the benefit of the steamer Gerard Rask.
Dallas reports a large slate for Texas primaries with three Democratic senatorial candidates and about 20 others seeking state offices. The runoff will prune field to two per office. The gubernatorial race centers on the Ku Klux Klan issue with prominent support noted for one candidate. Mary Ferguson, wife of former governor Jim Ferguson, runs as the first woman candidate for Texas governor.
Washington July report says Lemuel Shaver, new Democratic national chairman, finishes preliminary organization and plans New York headquarters then Chicago for national setup. Regional organizers for west and south expected to be directed from Chicago and Washington. announcements will follow. Runaway navy balloon from Lakehurst to Maine ends after 450 mile flight with no passengers. wreckage located near Pondsland.
Washington July 25 A determined effort to win women’s backing for La Follette Toro as president was outlined by the campaign committee planning a nationwide appeal. Mrs Mabel C Costigan was directed to convene a women’s conference to organize a women’s arm in support of a clean government, peace and reform.
In Frederick Maryland a July 25 hearing arraigned nine people including Miss Mary Shank on tar and feathering charges against Dororthy Grandon from Martinsburg West Virginia. The group says their aim was to warn Grandon to leave town while Shank admits applying feathers. Grandon, Mabel Wills and Viola Kennedy were returning home when attacked. Grandon suffered burns and shock. Bonds set. some defendants released.
Derelict picker reports from SEW FORK with ties to French collaborators. Two French individuals arrived after a six day open journey. Passengers on the route contributed 24,000 francs to support a rescue or relief effort.
News from Los Angeles reports Mayor John F. Hylan of New York has not ruled out a run for governor. He arrived with Mrs Hylan and William Randolph Hearst and told interviewers the state may demand a progressive tone. He noted it is not unlikely he may enter subernatorial race and said thoughts have been of the mayoralty for now. The Hylans plan to depart for New York tomorrow morning.
Benjentin J. Rorshaimer, a liquor dealer from Atlantic City, is charged with the killings of his mother and father in Lancaster County. The arrest stemmed from alleged spite work, and he will be taken to Lancaster for a hearing. Peter Darsheimer, a Lancaster liquor wholesaler, is connected to the case. details reference an estate and prior events in Lancaster.
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