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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1927

Page

7

Local Kanawha church complaint dismissed by general assembly

The Kanawha Presbyterian Church minority in Charleston West Virginia challenged the West Virginia synod over Pastor W S Stone’s selection. The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States dismissed the complaint, approving the Permanent Judicial Commission’s recommendation. The dissent argued the election by acclamation rather than by ballot.

Kanawha Presbyterian Church State Synod San Francisco Kana Presbyterian Church Charles‘ton W. Va Synod of West Virginia General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of the U Kanawha Presbyterian Moe Toe Stone

Beautify County by Dahlia Plants Appeal

Dahlia bulbs are being collected to aid beautification in Kanawha County. About half will be planted at the Kanawha Exposition grounds and the rest distributed to farmers showing interest in improving home grounds. County agent T McGorven urges those with extra bulbs to contact his office or arrange pickup by telephone.

Kanawhe County Charleston Kanawha Wormen McGorran Dun- Dhar ArcGorrean Ruth McIntira Eleanor McClung McGovren Court House

Memorial Day Garnett School Recital Highlights Classical Works

A Garnett school Memorial Day recital directed by Miss Maud J. Wanzar presented a varied program of light and difficult pieces. Performances ranged from light compositions to master works by Brahms Chopin and Grieg with students such as Elaine Mitch Bungerian Grace Crichton Mildred Huskins and others showcasing dancing and vocal pieces, accompanied by Elaine Alt and others.

Garmatt School Maud J. Wanzar Ugbt Brahind Sie da Chaminade Greig Howard Gambie ‘the Clown Ansa Gambie Ashbhod Neers Eee See Rae Crichlow Laura Jetkeon Prances Jacken Oes Dred Hatraton Birdle Birite Ola Remihs Mae Iuck Elmer Anderson Viet A ‘Wington Anna Elizabeth Cards Vrokie Goblin Cen Bickett Bhower The Stara Mary Crogier Butterny Abderron Aren Ne Parks Aca la Poy Parhune Motive Joe Morris Trigrombtu Mace Yiano Juster Danse le Karen Whitlock Tanya ‘Gelenlow Fain

Past Commander of G. A. R. Dies in Oakland

Colonel Abraham B. Covatt age 100, oldest past commander of the G. A. R. in the United States, died at his Oakland home after attending Decoration Day services. He was born in Slateraville on March 4, 1837, and served in the Civil War with the 18th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.

Oakland Calif Abraham B. Covatt G. A R United States Slateravilta Silincia Volunonre

Gore Renamed Ward Coffman In State Appointments

The article reports on state staffing changes including Gore renaming Ward Coffman and the reappointment prospect for multiple officials. It notes Mr. Sharp refusing the road commissioner post with a higher salary, speculation about the secretary of state possibly running for governor, and expected reappointments of Dr. Hen shaw and Warden Smith. Terms for James S. Lakin and George Curtin expire June 30, with strong chances of Lakin’s reappointment.

Juna Ott Sharp Bhorp Dr. Henshaw Warden Smith James 8. Lakin State Board of Control George Curtin State Game and Fish Commission Lakin

Local Nitro News Highlights and Social Events

Nitro fans attended a Sunday Starbors game featuring Peck Hartranft and others. Mrs. Molly Arbuckle hosted a bridge afternoon with spring flowers and a large guest list. St. Rosa’s mother BeSS guests in Melton. Ruth Munson hosted a cardinal luncheon with notable attendees. A prayer meeting and Bible class are planned, and a business women club house is proposed in London for 1,250,000.

R. C. Stewart Nellie Stewart Wilford Higginbotham GC. di Clark Walter L. Coom Back Duffie Clark C. G. Crow B. Chamberlain W. C. Weltman S. L. Carter John FR. Wold J. C. Pickens Luella Palmer G. E. Munkenbeck G. A. Fisher W. L. Moore William A Vivian Ralph R. Wallace G. V. Alderson W. A. O'Neill Charles W. Campbell B. Marshall C. White Gist Street Edward Hees Juliaa Hess Missy Elizabeth Martin Mixa Dorothy Elliott Nettle Elliott Charleston J. B. Hulshier Lydia Oneill Myre W. A. One Richard Dursbaugh Hurricsne Melton John Overstreet Nitro M. Foley Louie Moore Cinpeuari Charies Harry Merkle Gorman F. Hartraft Ray Ellis Ray Gusto M. A. Bender Clayton Higginbotham Arnold Markham C. Dean Charleston-willams Mason City Port Wayne Tatilana

Real Estate Board weighs billboard regulation plan

The Charleston Real Estate board considers a National Association plan to regulate billboards citywide and countywide. Proposals urge voluntary and legal controls to protect residential areas and scenic highways, seeking billboard elimination from public property and standards for use by realtors and advertisers.

Charleston Reali Estate Board National Association of Real Estate Boards Tn & National Association National Association Charleston

Lindbergh Receives King and Queen and Is Gifted

Lindbergh met King George V and Queen Mary at Buckingham Palace and was awarded the DSC for navigation and duty. The king questioned him closely about his sixty one hour solo flight while the queen offered warm congratulations.

Stirling Lindbergh King George Bughingham Palace Tar Ghuwvuncucuy Pringg Wales Whd Blo Jarisa Queen Mary George Azores Portugal Plymouth Europe Elizabeth York

Red Cross Plans Flood Relief Across Regions

The Red Cross reports relief operations in Missionippi 42 and Tennessee 2 areas aided 558,349 people from early April to May 25. Refugees in camps and outside total 382,605, with overall relief funds reaching 14,532,000 dollars.

Missionippi Tennessee Red Cross Jelief Lund

Gotham lore at capital plans collide with Lindbergh reception

Washington debates the purchase plan shifting Lindbergh’s landing site from New York to be welcomed in the capital. Officials work through the night on arrangements as a 7,800 ton cruiser and allied forces promise a colorful display. Pennsylvania Avenue likely lined with soldiers sailors and marines, though a shallow channel prevents river escort.

Washington Totelly Safavis Lindbergh New York Army Navy Marine Corps Pennsylvania Avenue Wim

Kelly Sentenced to One to Ten Years in Prison

Los Angeles May 31 Paul Kelly motion picture actor was sentenced to serve one to ten years in state prison on conviction last week of manslaughter for the death of Ray Raymond musical comedy actor in a fist fight. The report then shifts to royal events with Lindbergh visiting London, meeting the Prince of Wales, Sir Samuel Hoare, and Winston Churchill amid a celebratory reception in the palace and Parliament.

Los Angeles Paul Kelly Ray Raymond Wales Lindbergh York Prince of Wales Claridges Hotel Samuel Hoare House of Commons Lady Astor Strangers’ Gallery Thames Westminster Bridge Jomer Lindbergh Banda Tale Winston Churchill House of Lords Cord Balfour Buckingham Palace York House New York Mother Harf& Little

Konjola Delivers Relief for Stomach and Digestive Ailments

A patient named Vern from Route 4 dunell ville Ohio credits Konjola with the first relief in five years from stomach trouble. He reports vomiting spells, sour rising, bloating, and weight loss before trying Konjola. After use, he notes no more vomiting, reduced appetite, and weight gain, recommending the medicine broadly. available at Yetterfeld's Drug Store in Charleston and by local physicians.

Jem Tanase Charleston Yetterfeld Deng

Obituary notes from Lewisburg and Fayette counties

Obituary notices report A. D Nelson aged 17 at Coal Valley hospital Montgomery died after illness. Funeral services set for Saturday at Lewisburg with burial in Old Stone church cemetery. Also referenced is Mrs Cora Henshaw and Mrs Gorm Henshaw of Oakwood Heights and general services at Welby Chapel with interment at Sprigg Hall cemetery. James Rook Rotan aged 20 died at 592 Shrewsbury St Monday with interment at family cemetery in Fayetteville Thursday.

A. D Nelson A. L. Nelson Lewisburg Coal Valley Hospital Montgomery Old Stone Church Nelson John B. Caing Charleston Fayette County West Iestnin Gorm Henshaw Cora Henshaw Cl. Henshaw Oakwood Heights Yeatertay Weeley Chapel Sprigg Hall Cemetery James Rook Rotan Jamon Rush Rotax Luther Jackson

Real Estate Transfers Across Kanawha City and Vicinity

A list of realty transfers recorded yesterday by the Kanawha County clerk includes Kanawha National Bank to James Mershall for three lots on Grangy’s Branch at 32,000, H. O Dell and others to Robert Edells for Lot 16 in O’Dell Park addition at 19, and other transfers. Names include F. Armstrong, H. O Dell, W. Smith, Edward Gebbart, J. Gray, Vincent Castello, Laura Adams, Sydney Shirkey, J. Foster, and Charleston Trust Company among multiple parcels in Charleston, Glasgow, Dunner, and surrounding districts.

Kanawha National Bank James Mershall Grangy Ie Purist F.W. Armatrong Hotta D. Johnson Bellevue City of Charleston H. O Dell Wits Robert 3. Edells O'Dell Upper Glen Bik Additioe Captleatan Smith OO Shatter Buffalo Lick Branch Bix Sandy Edward Gebbart Bloirn May Grawford Kanawha City J. Gray B. BE. Wintree Lote Glasgow Cabin Creek Vincent Castello Laura Adams Brigatn Walker John W. Thomas ML. Thoman Sydney S. Shirkey Thompson Street City of Charleston L.¢. Summera Taylor W. Blevins Susan Hogue J.J. Foster D. Poster Dunner W. E B. Stogdon Charles [Ton Trust Company Betlaview Addition Damon Bibby Elin Bibby Lovell Street Bibby McComick Dames A. Bibby

Elk Residents to Discuss Bond Plan

Elk residents plan a meeting this week in Rikview to discuss a proposed 26000 bond issue for HK district. Citizens and county officials reviewed the project, with the county court offering general assistance and awaiting petitions signups to trigger a bond election.

ELK Rik~view Othe Eedig'zidt Kanowra Wesley H. O'Dell Hent Walker Conred Ross

Coast Guard Rum Seizure Upheld

Coast Guard seized 612 cases of whiskey off Block Island and towed the vessel Ken into New London for customs. Dispute over jurisdiction reached appeals court, with arguments about distance from shore and Coast Guard authority beyond 12 miles. The case involved objections by owner Arthur Maul and referenced multiple Charleston property transfers unrelated to the seizure.

Block Island Coast Guard New London Cent United Tates Nicel Arthur Maul United States Maul Winder Congress Circuit Court of Appeals

Coast Guard Seizure Question Reaches Supreme Court

Assistant Attorney General Wille urged the Supreme Court to embrace a broad coast guard jurisdiction based on recent prohibition rulings. The government argued seizures made outside district bounds can be tried in the port district and urged a sweeping ruling to cover multiple rum seizures of American vessels.

Coast Guard Willebrand Supreme Court Circait Court Sun Marine Police United States Agserted Federal District Court Nod Massachusetta Gloucester Boston James A Lee Efrsult Court of Appeals

Troops Guarding After Slayings in Nighttime Uprising

Reports describe a violent clash as troops guarded a jail during a nighttime patrol. A group of rioters faced force from mounted guards and militia units. Casualties were reported as several attackers were struck by pistol fire and rushed to hospitals, with injuries not yet confirmed. Security was tightened with machine guns, rifles, and barricades at key positions including a church belfry and cemetery.

Vale National Guard Thamoh Arca Jall Fouratery

Pope Celebrates 70th Birthday in Quiet Vatican

Pope Pius marked his 70th birthday by a day of retreat and prayer. Vatican activities paused as thousands sent messages from across the world, with diplomats and church leaders filing into the papal ante-chamber while Swiss guards wore holiday dress.

Rome Pope Pius The Vatican Pontif Rcal

Detour on Marmet Road to relieve traffic pressure

Kanawha County officials announced a detour for Marmet Road to ease congestion before the completion of the Charles Town Logan road beyond Marmet. The detour taps Boone and Logan county feeders, keeping the route usable for shoppers and banks to Charleston markets, with work slow due to rights of way litigation. Authorities expect the main road to finish late this fall, though progress remains uncertain. Germany takes charge. London reports Soviet charge d affaires says German agency will protect Soviet citizens in England after embassy staff depart.

Teeha City Yeutertay Kanawha Conrain CharlestontLogan Marmet Boone Andy Logan Fontelas Ular Charleston Imarkets Ras Ber Dreos Germany London A. P England Cerma Assy Ce Pps

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