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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1926

Page

8

Dr George Lyman Dies and Funeral Set in Morgantown

Dr George Stichler Lyman dean of West Virginia University College of Agriculture dies in Baltimore hospital after illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday in Morgantown with burial in Dixon Illinois. Lyman held key posts at Dartmouth Harvard and USDA and was a member of several scientific societies. He married Silas Frnni Nadger and survived by his daughter Katherine Lyman.

Morgantown George Stichler Lyman Nan West Virginti University Colle Ct Agriculture Waltininrn Dixon, Il Turk i University College of Agericultute Expariment Dean Lyman Dr Lyman Lee Canter Mies George Alexander, Jr Hobolt College Wisconsin Dngres Hervard Uolveraity Legree Hte Anma Walveralty Dartmouth Dartmouth College de. Lyman Wan Washington Federal Board of Horticulture Department of Agriculture College of Agriculture John Lee Couper Lyian American Academy of Arts and Balances American Phytopathological Society Ann's Ade Beard Whntil Silas Frnni * Nadger Amboy Mir

Ministers of net votatm at Baptist Temple in Kanawha County

The text outlines a proposed league named Kanawha County None Pailfean laweue for prohibition. It specifies goals to enforce laws, appoints an executive committee, and lists officers president vice president secretary and treasurer chosen by the committee. It calls for two citizens from each judicial district and city ward to join with precinct and central committees to form a unified law enforcement coalition.

Baptist Temple League Kanawha Olfteera Ely Abali Whall Trea Uret

Church League Executive Committee Arranged At Baptist Temple

The document outlines a nine member executive committee representing two political parties across churches. Members are chosen with talniaterial association advice and ratified at a league meeting. The central committee appoints precinct committees and guides publicity, information, and citizenship outreach through church unity and speaker greetings.

Talniaterial Association League Baptist Temple Iike Organizationa Greg Machinge Thi Laece

Lunchroom Rule Dispute Sparks Trial Dialogue

In a clipped exchange, Ely accuses a strike on lunchroom access while Cody and Captain Craiga dispute responsibility. Judge Douitt and Judge Teb Dit weigh the charge as the lunchroom rule clash unfolds.

Mr. Ely Cody Douitt Craiga Teb

City Council Adopts Report On Sewer Gap Exploitation

Costinerd from Vege On report adopted by council. special committee to investigate sewer gap issues and prevent gasoline contamination. West Charleston submission passed. praise extended to State Mine Tantecsur Tieberg Lambie Ate and Lazate Co for data gathering. Committee to assess playground and athletic field costs includes Mayor Werts and council members Thaxton Nicholnen Putney.

Charleston adont+ ad Tantecsur Tieberg Lambie Ate Cheatham Lazate Bulle Stavor Werts Tyne Park Wich & Purchi Werta Thaxton Nicholnen Putney Lee Capitol

Somal Ceaxyue influence aids near east peace move

Spain, Brazil report from page one notes a key problem on the credit side of the Lagos Dowar case. The Turco-British liquidation over Somali influence speeds an agreement, solidifying peace in the near east and likely prompting Turkey to seek league membership.

Neaday Morginge Wube Howater Laagun

Hindy’s Royalist Stand Fuels Berlin Political Row

June reports reveal a published letter by President Von Hindenburg defending the Hohenzollerns and opposing confiscation of royal family assets. The frank missive provokes constitutional concerns and prompts republicans to seek an inquiry into whether its release had official approval from Hindenburg, Loebell, Ree, or others.

Berlin von Shadenburg Hohensahanne Arma Republiclatia Frascipient Loebell Nano Ree Elauins Sotiaiint Vorngerts

Senate Shuts Down Wet Bills Amid Prolonged Debate

In Washington the Senate judiciary committee postponed action on a set of wet bill proposals after a long debate. The move aimed to pressure a minority report while considering amendments to the 16th Amendment and a national referendum on prohibition related issues.

Washington Ue Senite Judiciary Committee Evi Missouri Sona Gommlitemmen Bruce

Florida Wins Point In U S Tax Fight

Washington announces a tax dispute ruling involving Florida and Nevada inheritance tax provisions. Secretary of the Treasury asserts the case tests the validity of federal levy on inheritances under the new revenue act. The decision centers on states with and without inheritance tax laws and their impact on federal taxation.

Florida U.S Washington The Treasury Tha Kunrema Nevada Abbinig

Oil firm seeks 25 million in damages in federal suit

Salt terms and contract breaches emerge as Ballard Fuel Terminal faces civil action. Names listed include Edward Guteng, Alexander Be, Fred Ewing, W. Cameron Forbum, and Anitew Adie amid claims against Mexican Petroleum, New York officials, and other corporate figures in a high profile damage case filed in New York.

Society Woman Caught in Trap Scandal Unfolds

Prominent socialite Mrs Grimedale was arrested in Allston after a raid by her husband Kenneth Grimedale and private detectives. The case involved statutory charges against Mrs Grimedale and a fine of 25. Proceedings revealed a planned divorce filing by Providence millionaire Kenneth Grimedale, drawing public attention to the couple.

Afra Jem Kenneth Grimadala Riliwiaire Boston Allston Cnma Rimadwale Grimedale Dusion Ineaurance Winniah Atatutory Charke Wan Sire Providence Rorton Mner

Oppose Sales Tax in State Martinsburg Hearing Draws Debate

June 7 Martn Commission hearing in Martinsburg to hear residents eastern state, farmers and fruit growers views on tax problems. Sessions include West Virginia Farm Bureau secretary J J McLaughlin, education board members, and local merchants opposing the gross sales tax proposing income or profit tax instead. Commission questions address capital flight and valuation enforcement as locals debate tax reform.

Martinsburg Mnt Ennin Nasteen Pan J. J. McLaughlin West Virginia Board of Education of Froit Agricultural Arcijona Berkeley Jefferson Throrshard Winchester correIiasion Martinaurst Kiwanle J. G. Pettchard Fairmont I. We Emsmert J. He Poland Kibotra Lich Virginia Allen Tf Emumert Apenking Virginia Retail Merchants’ Foundation le If le If. Thomoren Marehinsburg Emmert Iasa

Drowning Flood Ravages Romania and Neighboring Lands

Broad floods sweep Romania with towns submerged and bridges ruined. Thousands evacuated or dead. cities including Odohemis Putesti Camplienen and Kinhinett submerged. Reports say rivers overflow and traffic cut off while neighboring regions face rising waters and rescue mobilizations.

Berlin Rumania Ruan Germay Saxgoy Buchorent Jauny Itumania Vilkyma Odohemis Putesti Camplienen Kinhinett Rivera Chomlovakia

Vast Forests and Midland Trail Promises Ahead

The text envisions vast virkin forests and a thriving Midland Trail with increased travel and development. It notes abundant greenery, hopeful providence, and rising automobile traffic as outsiders explore the region’s potential for growth and lumber harvest prospects.

Charlanton Promotes Scenic Drives and Wealth Nearby

A column extols Charlanton as a growing town with mountain routes to Florida and back, highlighting favorable climate and developing infrastructure. It argues residents benefit from nearby wealth, modern streets, utilities, and attractions, urging readers to view local scenery and embrace the town’s prospects.

Worida California Bath Woodland Howard Heights Hieewood Loudon Fort Wii Charterton Charlanton

Beckley News Briefs on Weddings and Local Visits

A delayed society column notes the engagement of Beckley residents and upcoming wedding plans in Mabscott and Charleston. The piece lists several local visitors and callers including Zoe Marina, Miss Carrie Rice, and Allan Lihel Price, with mentions of hospital staff, telephone company work, and varied regional stops.

Cook-Vennington Allan Lucille Stennington Mabscott Jessa Cook Chirieston Charleston Cook Brr A. Wi Lewisvore Tunvaverte Paul Payno Ie Spencer Carl Saunders Thay Mrs. A. Slaughter Dr. Moyton Huntington Bite W. McDowell South Lanowhe Street Johnnte- Lowell Landgraft Sherald Coteman Charlanton W. C. Nosh

Ohio power firms in huge merger

Ohio power companies seek approval from the state utilities commission to acquire more than 10 million dollars of electrical properties across multiple regions. The Ohio Power Co would issue bonds to finance about 12.1 million dollars for the purchases, including significant assets from the Ohio Service Co of Coshocton, Portmouth Public Services, and Northwestern Ohio Light, with other bids from Leanta electric, Dumines Riverine Light and Power, and Chesapeake Electric.

Columbus Ohio Nice Power Company Canton State Utilities Commission Ohio Power Company Commisnion Ohio Serviee Company Coshocton Vortamouth Public Hervics Company Vortamouth Northwestern Ohio Light Company Linn Thenoxquired Tran Vlectric Company Leantan Dpumiers Riverine Light and Bower Company Fan«dora Putnam County Chesapeake Electric Company Chesapeake Inwrenes County

Five Die in Texas Shooting at Houston Waterfront Bungalow

In a Houston bungalow near the waterfront early today Tari Tarter a Kentucky native aboard the Brush shot Edna Milham 23 and Johnny Domange 39 both dead and wounded others before killing himself. The incident followed jealousy suspected over Millham's affections and left two others injured.

Houston Tex Tu Tarter Kentucky U. A. Shipping Board Brush Edna Milham Johnny Domange Port Arthur Ha Woman

Logan Gun Club to Clash With Guyan at Barboursville

Logan Gun Club prepares for a championship shoot with Guyan Gun Club at Arounda Barboursville on Saturday afternoon. The meet, postponed twice before, aims to showcase parachute tests and draws fans from multiple counties as registration opens for veterans. Mrs Toy Trathher returns home after Charleston visit.

Fins Logan Gun Club Guyan Gun Club Barboursville Han Dron Parachilule Tigatington Alen Eva Plathick Cleveland Tegistration oMerra Mra Toy Trathher Charleston

Capitol Street business lots fetch $600 per front foot at auction

A Wilmington area auction advertised Capitol Street business lots at $600 per front foot near Capitol and Donnally streets. Donnally Street parcels sold. several corner lots withdrawn as bids were deemed low. Oliver T. Wallace of Wilmington led the event amid a large crowd despite threatening weather.

Capital Street Capitol and Donnally Street Andlort Old Town Durdatte Helma Hin Eatatn P Pearsolt Wilmington N.C Donnally Oliver T. Wallace

John D Spreckels Dies in San Diego County

John D Spreckels prominent California magnate railroad builder publisher and developer died at his San Diego home at 3 30 PM aged 63 from complications of arteriosclerosis He led Western Sugar Company Spreckels Sugar and many San Diego enterprises and was brother to Rudolph Spreckels and Adolph Spreckels III

San Diego Calle Joan D California Devides Weatara Bucar Refining Company San Pratelaco Adolph DB. Spreckels

Gum Chewers Win Recruits Amid Commerce Report

A garbled report notes gum chewers in the United States attracting many recruits and cites a 1053 value attributed to chewing gum and related products. The document claims earnings changes and vending machine activity with a one percent increase over a prior period.

United States Krhe Commerce Department Productia FORD

Obituary notices for Milton D. Cummings and others

Obituary notices report Milton D. Cummings age 36 died Sunday night at his parents home 909 Virginia street funeral arrangements pending He is survived by one brother Elton Care mines of this city Also noted are deaths of Mary Latta 28 in Charlestown and Callie Robinson Deepwater with limited details on survivors and funeral plans The third notice lists a 62 year old man killed at Bells West Virginia with tentative funeral plans in Lotts Virginia and interment in Ronraverte West Virginia

UiNtom Cummings Milton D. Cummings Parente Str Mra. G. T. Cummins Virginia Street Weet le Bi US Health Desidas Elton Caremines Meno Maney Mary Latta Charley Latta Lula Kasster Charlanton Mia Callie Robinson Deepwater Fator Daniel Tatin Catorad Bells W. Va Loti We Va

Race With Death Lost By Three Feet

A woman attempting to escape a motor hand car on a rain slick Montexit bridge was struck near the end of a trestle 40 feet above the rocky bed. Four men fought to apply brakes as the New Haven railroad hand car slid, tossing her to the rocks below. The article names Maas Webster and William Ira among those involved.

Webster, Maas Juno T Ira William Nowomadke New Haven Railroad

Korean Royalist Outbreak Feared in Tokyo Funeral Plans

Dispatches from Tokyo report arrests of up to 300 Koreans in Seoul and Japan as authorities brace for potential disturbances around the June 30 funeral of Prince Yi Won, deposed emperor of Korea. Police and troops reinforce Seoul as Koreans vow independence.

Tokyo Lankuake Frm Senul Eoy Korea Japan Prince VI Soma Seoul Tryota Fi Wen Japaneas

Daugherty Case Missed By Court

Washington June term ends without ruling on several long awaiting cases including Mat 8 Daugherty linked to venata documents and bank records seizure at Washington Court Hotel Ohio. Aged man Toncie Amiena of France Guston Louche described as drenched in oil and burned to death after a street fire incident.

Washington Mat Daugherty Washington—Court Ohio Department of Suatica Harry Toncie Amlena France

Stop High Blood Pressure Now With Norma Pill

A sensational health ad warns high blood pressure risks and insurance refusals. It promotes Norma, a vegetable remedy claimed to lower pressure and ease symptoms like headaches dizziness and sleeplessness, with a physician’s prescription and availability through pharmacies and druggists.

Scott Brothers

Heald Skin Disease Relief Ad Readable Cure Claim

An old ad promotes a skin remedy claiming to cure eczema urticaria and other itching troubles. It markets a mutant jet from itching torture and promises rapid skin improvement with a "12 Vemote" product called Hyuld. Available in a small bottle for 31.00 at drugstores.

Goldstrom Aims to Break World Globe Record in Siberia Race

John Goldstrom faced a string of delays from fog and missing trains while attempting to beat the world circumnavigation record. He left New York for Berlin with a pace that would have set a new mark, but fog in Germany and train issues from Chita to Harbin disrupted plans.

New York John Goldstrom Chita Siberia Goldstram Harbin Ston Yoko Kama Sat Kim Germany Mosscow Vladivostock Cor Galdotrain Trans- Siberian Harhie Geléstrom Berlin Goldatrom Moscow Cabe Goldstrom

Koniala medicine praised by patients in Charleston trial

A testimonial drive at Pete terfeld's drug store in Charleston showcases Koniala claimed to relieve rheumatism kidney and stomach troubles. A 60 year old man reports dramatic relief from back pain swelling and improved digestion after using Koniala, with officials marketing it at Dottarfield's drug store on Capital and Virginia Streets.

Georga Lyte Unesapeake W. van Koniala Peteterfeld Capital Charleston Mer Lyle Patna Jonjalan Tony Kanjola Dottarfhit Virginie ‘Strests

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