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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1924

Page

2

Shriners Return From Conference with Nationwide Attendees

A chaotic report describes Shriners returning from a convention in Kansas City attended by attendees from Kanes City and Wankan City Star. The piece mentions special distinctions, a sense of celebration, and plans for future gatherings while naming various individuals and locations in a jumbled recap.

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Fragmented account of Avis and Altizer pursuit and relay

The report describes Avis and Altizer as a contending team with a chain of muttered plans and misdirections. It recalls a conversation about a will and a risky ascent, mentioning Kevin Roth, Brewk, and several witnesses. It notes a broken sequence and a final open confrontation with a delayed release of information.

Storm cancels ball game after electrocution tragedy

A violent storm caused the cancellation of a ball game as crews and witnesses describe a deadly accident. The Kanawha County Club and nearby residences were affected by downed poles and live wires. Captain Avia and Mr Altizer sustained severe burns, and Altizer’s Linked family connections and public service ties are noted as investigators examine the scene and hospital patients recover.

Funeral Notice for Captain Avis and Altizer Kin

Announcement was made last night that the funeral of Captain Avis will be held from the residence on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock with Gravatt to conduct the ceremony. Noted executive Mr Altizer’s funeral arrangements are pending as his brother and sister from Clarksburg plan to arrive today.

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Women's Equality Debate at Democratic Convention

A fragmented report outlines efforts to advance or defeat an amendment on women’s equality. Proponents warn it removes welfare protections, while opponents say adoption harms women in industry. The fight continues through the Democratic convention and toward voters.

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Millerand Will Push Constitutional Reform Amid Cabinet Crisis

Millerand plans to address the nation on June 1 and call for a seven year presidential mandate while denouncing the majority leaders for blocking a cabinet. He argues the crisis violates the constitution and urges the chambers to declare their stance on the dangerous precedent. Radical and center factions hesitated to commit to supporting the Marsal cabinet in a special session.

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CAPTAIN AVIS Career in Law and Politics Across Two Eras

CAPTAIN AVIS served as United States District attorney and later prosecutor for Kanawha County before returning to private practice. He was a West Virginia Republican legislator for the Sixth District, represented in the Sixty third Congress, and held roles in church and club circles.

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Lowden Declines Nomination for Vice Presidency

Frank Lowden announces he will not accept the Republican nomination for vice president, citing duty to the country and adherence to his resolution. He is a leading figure in Holstein cattle breeding and dairy organizations, and faced broad middle western support.

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Local pros win from resort pair at Kanawha Country Club

Local professionals clinched the Invitation tournament at Kanawha Country Club as Denny Jones faced Genie Anderson in a feature match. Anderson won by ten up on the eighteenth, with Jones and Anderson leading early while Stacey and Lobnitz were to settle a playoff date later. Hundreds visited the club, and a new clubhouse plan will be announced soon.

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Probe to Hold hearings on committee actions June seventeenth

WASHINGTON June 6 Adjournment last night of the first session of the sixty sixth congress left a crowded agenda for the next session in December. Probes into election contests, land sales in Kin Grande valley Texas, naval oil leases and education diploma scams loom, with hearings planned by select and house committees on banking, probate and prohibition.

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Senate action on military and public works agenda

The Senate must act on a broad program including eight new Husht cruisers and six gunboats, river and harbor funding, highway and aviation measures, postal salary increases, and pension bills. Also to be considered are lynching penalties, a Bouder Canyon dam project, and disputed Mayfield election seating.

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McGrath Repeats Hammer Victory At New York Tryouts

M Grath again hammered Victor McGrath leads hammer event at Travers Island during Eastern section Olympic team tryouts. Fred Reuter nearly matches McGrath's 172 feet 4 1 2 inch record. Discus won by Charles Ashton and javelin by Gerry Hil, though not impressive.

New York M. J. McGrath Travers Island Fred ‘Reuter McCriathc Charles Ashton Gerry Hil Newark

Storm forces aviator down at Mitchell Field

A telegram received at Ga revealed Lieutenant John F. Whitley was forced to land the plane carrying two passengers at Clayton Delaware after failing to arrive at Mitchell Field New York. He indicated he would proceed to IngroW once able.

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Smith Backing and Irish Statistics in Tense Debate

A continuation discusses temperance reform and a proposed change to the Volstead law to aid public action against hard liquor. The governor condemns any group or individual that questions nationality race or religion, reaffirming core American principles. A memorial to Charles Jolimin appears in Marlow England as a stone drinking fountain by A Merrifield. Ireland’s statistics state a dire lack across census and industrial data. A West Virginia youth confesses a Saturday holdup to avoid parental punishment. A note mentions Spanish cedar for cigar boxes.

Chas. Rowman London Charles Jolimin Merlow-on-Thames Tate

Japan to Probe Ball Room Riot After Imperial Hotel Demonstration

June reports from Tokyo describe a 45‑person demonstration at the Imperial hotel linked to opposition to the American exclusion act. No arrests yet. two groups named The Great Forward Association and the Iron Heart Society organized the rally. Ambassadors Paul Glande and Giacomo Le Martini attended as listeners. Delegates demanded expulsion of American missionaries.

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Telephone lines hampered by wind damage across multiple cities

The Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Co reports trees uprooted by heavy winds disrupting long distance links. Crews work to restore lines, with Charleston to Columbus, Cincinnati, Lynchburg and other points still down. service expected to resume by morning.

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Fishing party dashed to death near Newport Bay

A fishing party of six men and two boys were knocked to death when their launch capsized off the Newport bay jetty. Five others were saved. In a separate item Viscount Kato, leader of the Kensethai party, was summoned by the Princes Regent Hirohito to form a new cabinet to succeed the late Premier Riego Klyoura.

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Doisy in Osaka flight arrives from Hiroshima

Captain Felletier Dotsy the French avistar arrived in Osaka at 4 PM this afternoon after flying from Hiroshima. The journey covers about 250 miles from Tokyo, with Dotsy aiming for Paris as the origin. Condensed ekim mill is used extensively in Great Britain for confectionery such as toffes.

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