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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1924

Page

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Testimony in Franks Death Jury Probe In Frank s Case

A Chicago grand jury hears witnesses in the murder and kidnapping case of Robert Franks, with accused Leopold and Loeb and two other suspects. Detectives pursue links to Tracy slaying and Beant assault as victims guard against suicide and authorities seek the ransom notes and typewriter used.

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Millionaire Bootlegger's Wife Under Arrest

Mrs George Remus, wife of the millionaire bootlegger, is under arrest in Cincinnati on a prohibition charge. She allegedly conspired in her husband’s activities after his imprisonment, linking to funds and associates connected to high-level figures. The case centers on the Remus estate near Cincinnati and alleged payments to protect illicit operations.

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Chandler Named Head of Shrine in Kansas City

James E. Chandler of Kansas City was named Imperial Noble in the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. The Imperial Council elevated him with other members of the Imperial Divan in a procession. Chandler succeeds Conrad V. Dyke of Brooklyn as head. William Brown of Pittsburgh named Imperial treasurer. Los Angeles chosen as 2925 convention city. Joan Sebress of Khadle Temple Norfolk elected Imports outer guard.

Kansas City James E. Chand Kansans City Imperial Notentate Order of Nobiles Imperial Council Nandler Conrad v. Dyhkean Brooklyn William & Brown Pittsburgh Imperial Los Angeles Joan Sebress Norfolk

Report Says Many Mines Are Closed

The report notes widespread closures on the Chesapeake and Ohio system with about sixty percent of mines shut. Coal loading rose on lines with Logan field increasing, while May 1923 reached 10,241 cars and May 1924 reached 63,342.4 cars, though some shipments show no orders or closing notices.

Huntington Chesapeake and Ohio Oficn John W. Tavin Chesapeake Land Ohio Railway Logan

No Farm Relief Bill In Sight

Washington June 4 after consultation with President Coolidge Representative Longworth and others advanced no chance of enacting a payment substitute for the McNary Haugen bill this session. Discussions with War Finance Corp officials and Republican leaders indicated the plan to store surplus wheat flour and meat abroad might be pressed only as an administrative measure if acceptable.

Washington Coslidge Liangworth Congress Longworth Tinener Kansas Sanders Indiana Cammiittes War Finance Corporation Frank W. Mendeil War Finance Enceloration Copilige Tincher Sinnott Gregan White House Moendell Beyind Longswoon Mike

Daubert Ordered to Lay Off Game Aids Rest

Daubert, star pitcher of the Cincinnati Reds, was ordered by his physicians to take several weeks rest at home in Cincinnati after suffering sleeplessness and balance issues following an injury in Brooklyn. Burleigh Grimes accidentally struck him on the hand during a game, and Daubert’s nerves in the head were cited as affected. A two week rest is hoped to restore health. The same report notes campaign finance provisions debated in Congress, including the Bartah amendment and related spending limits.

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Morgan Offers Large Reward for Allen's Arrest

Governor F. Morgan of West Virginia declares a five hundred dollar reward for the apprehension and delivery to prison authorities at Mountsville of Walter Allen, alleged traitor in Logan County Court, fugitive since September 1922. Forfeiture of bond cited. Allen linked to armed march and insurrection in 2021. various reports place him in multiple states. governor notes no provision for rewards for escaped prisoners.

Cipwerper Morgan Alon Jefferson County Phare Logan County Jan Rumuta Haas Allen Mouritsyille Mouncsville Woeet Virginia Walter Allen F. Morsan West Virginia

Senate rejects loan to Germany for foodstuffs

Washington June 4 The Senate rejected a proposal to loan Germany 25000.10 for foodstuffs. Republican Harold Howell of Nebraska offered the amendment to the omnibus pension bill and said it had been carefully considered and defeated. He noted Germany had not asked for the loan.

Washington Senate Today Germany Rehard Howell Neopraska Lede Thera

French political crisis opens with invitation to form ministry

Paris June 4 The cabinet and presidency faces a newly opened crisis as President Millerand and leaders Painleve Doumergue invite Hermann Herriot and allies to discuss forming a new ministry after Poincare's tenure ends. Herriot consults on a possible coalition as Millerand contemplates next steps.

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Marble hero emerges from national meet

A garbled report from a national track meet highlights a standout marble hero. Names like George Lennox and Kenneth Mise appear among scattered references to event winners, clubs, and venues, though many words are indecipherable.

National Orheed Chiroyer Kagetind Frogne

Daugherty Inquiry Grinds On Amid Denials and Conspiracy Claims

The Senate investigation into former Attorney General Daugherty continues as he refuses to testify and accuses the committee of smearing his reputation. Brookhart and others press charges of corruption and conspiracy, citing tax records and past office conduct while hearings proceed toward an open session.

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Chilton Leads By 13 000 Votes In State Primary

Early returns from 1 608 precincts show W Chilton leading Strs with about 13 000 votes in the Republican nomination race. Democratic contests include Allyed versus Werget for state supreme treasurer and other county races as figures from 1 849 precincts trickle in. overall results remain uncertain as officials tally official and unverifiable tallies.

Cantems Eneemah Binner Cyrorataataner E. Stewartsey John W. Smith Smith Werget Wivins Ale Orth Wetsel Miiler Stout Jarvis Cherley Art Price Randolph Dee Hak Bink al Miller Kirk McWintey Manger Weden Mann Canmpbell Trlee Marcland Ovier Voles Arbuckle Autahar Trey Dadiaman Snider Pat Cartatlan Mattauley

Foowidge Picks Morrow Washington Nomination

Fragmentary OCR shows a dated note about William C. Morrow of Tacoma Washington being nominated by President Coolidge. It references special government meetings to assert and establish government life in California and other scattered phrases.

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Marshall Alumni Banquet Addresses Highlight West Virginia Figures

Marshall College alumni banquet speakers included George W. Sharp Marlinton Fort Virginia Judge Ton Ann Charleston Wayne and Jesse Gaydnt Charleston among attendees from West Virginia. The gathering showcased prominent alumni from various regions as part of the university network. In Washington, January 4, a veteran appropriation debate focused on funding for veteran programs, with 84 million proposed for related needs discussed in the House.

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Congress Nears End Strips Program to Essentials

Washington legislative program is pared to bare essentials as Congress closes. Both parties prune nonessential measures. farm relief and pension-eligibility steps are highlighted while most major items are dropped. Senate debate focuses on budget priorities and deferred action on remaining bills.

La Follette Declines GOP Bid Against Coolidge

Wisconsin Senator Robert La Follette will not seek formal nomination at the Republican convention in Cleveland to oppose President Coolidge. Delegates favoring La Follette’s platform would be a substitute, and his supporters plan to pursue an independent or splinter approach at the primary if Coolidge’s nomination is unanimous.

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Bandits Demand Ransom In Missionary Raid And Tax Probe

Reports from Cantons China say bandits who seized the Roanoke and four others will release Miller and Jaffray in exchange for 200000 pounds, pistols, rifles, and ammunition after a trek back from a bandit stronghold. In West Virginia, the seventh annual National Coal Merchants' Association convention opened with Senator William H. King urging tax relief and decentralization to revive business.

Associated Prissy Cantons China H. G. Miller Robert A E.H. Carne Mex Bar Miller Jaffray Wuchow Roanoke Kweillin Ie Tivoier Alucefield W.va National Reail Coal Merchants’ Assoviation William H. King Utah King Ireland United States Roevermient

Deaths of D C Robbinette and mother-in-law in-law

Funeral services set for D C Robbinette secretary of Valley Teal Life and Insurance and his mother in law Mrs Duntonn of Nicholas County who died after her son in law passed away hours earlier Following an operation at Buent hospital funeral at Bream Memorial Church with burial at Spring Ault cemetery Surviving family include wife infant son and several siblings and in laws from Virginia North Carolina and Florida

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American fliers reach Shanghai on flag plane Chicago

Lieutenant Lowell H. Smith and mechanic Lieutenant Leslie H. Arnold arrived in Shanghai at 12 10 pm aboard the Chicago after engine trouble delayed Arnold at Kagoshima Japan. Other fleet planes had proceeded yesterday due to Chicago engine issues as the American around the world fliers bid farewell this morning.

Shanghai Lowell H. Smith Tealle BP. Arnold Kagoshima Japan Chicago Leich Wade Eric Nelson M. Ogden John Hardbig, Jr Riddanan Gapihye

President Coolidge Eyes Strong Running Mate for 1924

In Cleveland June 4, White House aides outlined preferred vice presidential candidates and the policy continuity sought by President Coolidge. Hoover and former Tennessee governor Lowder are discussed as likely picks, with La Follette’s bid fading. Georgia’s Henry Johnson defeats Phillips-backed delegates, reshaping preconvention seating amid party factional battles.

Associated Press Cleveland Ohio Coolidge Avallah Omami Hoover Lowder LaFollette

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