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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1931

Page

10

Railroads Lose Greenbrier Case in West Virginia

The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld a Kanawha County circuit court ruling canceling title monuments to a Greenbrier County railroad right of way. The case involved owner and railroad rights between landowner and railroad along Clear Creek. Several other appeals were denied or granted, including wage awards, estate disputes, and a personal injury verdict involving Standard Oil.

Eircuit Court of Emswha State Supreme Court James McClung Bewell ‘Valleyailroad Cash O Ge Jondants Reilrosd Company Greenbrier Sitcwlt Green Drier County Kanawha County Kanawha Court Yitendasts Mme Isda West Virginia Supreme Court Pkey W. A. Cobbesworth Decisior Les Ott Bessie Acres Arthur Acres Currentgenvy D. W. King G. King Yo Wold Warren W. Parham Florence R. Parham Bessie EK Acres Arthur P.acres James W. Bartlett William H. Burt Jett Ralph W. Bartlett Brothers Bus Company Taylor County Dreart Viola Bailey Sandard Island Creek Coal Company Eegan County Drealt Denny Bager Hager Coal Company Rue Marie Hott Carl Leelle Bolliger Fred J. Bolliger, Jr Taylor County Circuit Court G. W. Ford J. Boiat Stebelga Court Standard Oil Company of New Jersey Cabell

Obituary notices for Virginia Byeginbotham and Mary Alice Fletcher

Obituaries report Virginia Byeginbotham 85 dying yesterday with surviving relatives including daughter Dr W Zeaset and husband P D Skiwarés, along with siblings listed. Mary Alice Fletcher 84 died Monday at home of her sister in Putnam County. funeral at Judson Baptist Church conducted by Rev William Bricen Muller with survivors named.

Virginia Byeginbotham Virginia Bigginbotham W. Zeaset Pune Kenton Edwards Mansford Street P. D. Skiwarés George Jones Geneva Kenton New York Aryetta Esther Keaton Beckley J. A. Keaton Phila Demphie Kenton Wheeling Darance Keston Longacre Mary Alias Fletcher Mary Alice Pietcher Jerome Childers Bigley Avenue Judson Baptist Church Putnam County William Bricen Muller Asivsed Bey the Fay Myers Albans

Four Die in Kentucky Ambush Near Upper Licking River

Salversaville Kentucky reports that four people, Dave Wireman 60, his wife 49, Floyd Wireman 23, and a daughter-in-law or related woman, were slain in an ambush while in a cornfield about 20 miles south of the area. Sheriff Adam Carpenter noted multiple gunshots from shotguns and rifles. The Wireman family tragedy follows a previous double killing involving Frank Johnson 26 and Black Pink 69, as a posse sought Johnson and his brother Robert on charges related to a prior two-year-old slaying. Robert escaped.

Salversaville Sherif Adam Carpenter Tweir Flepubies Lickingiver Valley Here Asaiat Aheriff Balyersville Dave Wireman Floyd Wireman Wireman Sheriff Carpenter Moya Wireman Carpenter Floyt Frank Johnson Jontson Robert Johnson Johnsons Robert Johnnon

Derelict Allegations Stir Debate Over Treasury Actions

In letters from Lowman and President Majoc Campbell, accusations swirl over dereliction and concealment of facts by a government official. The exchange cites prior articles, hints at further charges, and questions the Treasury secretary's handling of official duties.

Majoc Campbell McHon Secretary of the Treasury

Kirkland to Serve Original Sentence

Valparaiso Indiana reports Virgil Kirkland, a 20 year old youth, facing a sterner sentence from Circuit Judge Grant Crumpacker. He was sentenced to one to ten years in the state reformatory at Pendleton for assault and battery with intent to rape, a punishment previously decreed by Porter County Court on May 27.

Valparaiso Ind Virgil Kirkland Arsene Drayee Gery Grant Crumpacker State Reformatory Pendicton Porter County

Mellon To Sail New Ore Passenger On Mauretania

Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W Mellon to sail as a passenger on the Mauretania departing tomorrow from NEW ORE, June 9.

Secretary of the ‘Treasury Andrew W. Mellon

Teachers Appointed For Summer Classes In Charleston

Charleston Independent district board of education confirmed summer school staff led by High School Principal R J Gorman and Albert Glenn plus several teachers for elementary classes. The board authorized Superintendent Teal to attend the National Education Association convention in Los Angeles June 29 to July 4. Equipment purchases and repairs for summer work were approved. Meeting led by Mrs Sallie Spencer in Dr J B Robins absence.

Ithe City Charleston Boarf Educa R. J. Gorman Albert Glenn Gladys Leven Loys Hincks George Steadman Cecil Kelley Egbert Musser Chine Goodall Lota Jackson Marindra Johnson Lucy Javens Biltnabeth Salmond Alice Martin Ruth Packt Elizabeth

Woman to die for slaying her rival in Ashtabula case

A juried murder case in Ashtabula centers on Evie Lowther 48 who killed a woman linked to her former partner, Abe Eat. The defendant, Teter Sha, previously married Lowther’s former husband. During deliberations Lowther told her grandfather William Rosa she would prefer the electric chair to life in prison.

Abe Teter Sha Evie Lowther Ashtabula

Fiendish slayer kills father and injures two in Dayton

In Dayton Ohio today a hatchet attack at the home of Thomas Henge 60 and Margaret Benge 60 left Henge dead and their daughter Taura 19 wounded while a second resident was seriously hurt. Investigators believe the assailant was a Black man but motive and identity remain unknown. Bernice Johnson four, daughter of a guard, survived with no injuries.

Dorothy Chicago Willebrandt At & Tescher Dayton Ohio Polica Thomas Henge Kile Benge Nu Wlin Benge Nimec Lole Samity Margaret Benge Taura

Tennessee House drops impeachment against Governor Horton

The Tennessee House of Representatives threw out impeachment proceedings against Governor Henry Horton whose administration faced criticism after the collapse of four state bank deposits last fall. The chamber also tied up about 7,000,000 in state funds.

Nashville Fenn Tennessee Lottne of Representatives Henry H. Horton Elmoné

Curbs Market Rallies in Broad Upswing on June Day

New York trading sees a strong curb market ascent with widespread gains as most groups rise one to two points. Major issues like Vacuum and Petrolium advance, Humble and Guit post solid gains, while Standard issues in Chicago rally over three points before settling near unchanged.

Associated Press New York Tressiura Abures Ilauer Petralium Humble Guit Prase m

Southern railroads seek unified rise to stop revenue loss

Washington June 9 71 23 southern traffic executives urged a joint effort with eastern and western railroads to combat falling revenues possibly through higher freight rates. Meanwhile Southern railway shopmen vote on a five day week to cut costs.

Washington Southern Southern Carers Southern Railway Rootville Tenn Somerset Salisbury Chattanooga Southern Traffic J. 5 Tm|ord Southern | Freight Association

Utility Taxes Rise Across Interstate Networks in 1931

The 1931 assessments boost taxes on railways, water and electric firms, gas and oil groups, telephone and bus lines, with notable increases for Chesapeake and Ohio, Norfolk and Western, and Virginian railroads. Interstate steam and street railroads see varied changes, while several large utilities hold or adjust figures amid a broad tax uptick.

Toll Bridget Interstate Ana Intrastate Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Chesapeake and Qhin Virginian Railroad Norfolk 2Nd Western Railroad Western Maryland Railroad Kinawhe and Michigan Railroad Atenangahela Railroad Pittsburgh Kanawha, Glen Jean and Eastern Railroad Kanawha and West Virginia Railroad Virginian and Western Railroad Katawhe Traction and Electric Company Newel Bridcae Ann Radlway Company Ohio Val- Iay Electric Company Tri-City Traction Company Wheeling

Dorothy Dix Letters on Manners and Good Conduct

Dorothy Dix urges teaching children courtesy and proper table manners as a lifeline to social success. She warns against rude behavior and stresses thanking, writing notes, respectful speech, and consideration for others, with examples of how manners shape future opportunities and reputations.

Miss Dix Prople Dorothy Dix

Fitzpatrick Named Trustee at Washington and Lee Evicted

Huntington reports the eviction of Herbert Fitzpatrick a member of the Washington and Lee university board of trustees at Lexington Va He succeeded the late Willan A MacCorkle of Charleston Eliz Patrick president and general counsel of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway is West Virginia Democratic national committeewoman and a Washington and Lee graduate with degrees in arts law and a 1928 doctorate

Huntington Herbert Fitzpatrick Frugteen Washington and Lee University Lexington Willan A. MacCorkle Charleston Elizpatrick Chesapeake and Oho Railway Ams Democratic National West Virginia Washington and Lew

Local Youths To Be Held For Manslaughter

PARKERSBURG June 3 Miss Mary Potter of Belpre Ohio died tonight from injuries suffered Friday when struck by an automobile on the Parkersburg Belpre bridge while being towed by Washington county officers. The car occupants Harold Palatte and Franklin Spence both 16 of Charleston were committed to the Manatielty reformatory on a delinquency charge. Sheriff Jay Thorn said they would be recalled and a manslaughter charge filed again at them.

Parkersburg Mary Potter Belpre Ohio Belpre Bridge Washington County Harold Palattre Franklin Spence Charleston Manatiely Reformatory Jay Thorn

Copper buying tied to weak domestic demand

Trade Trends notes copper buying remains small in the domestic market with modest price changes. It says steel demand has not improved in the past week and production appears to be held around 40 percent, similar to last week.

Btecl Troa and Steel Review Saya

Officials Say Woman Was Slain

Police inspector King of Nassau county says the death appears not to be by the woman’s own action. A stepdaughter, Faithful, described as normal, is cited by investigators amid reports of melancholia and possible misconduct. Detectives seek a mystery man linked to the missing person case and a Bellevue amnesia viewing. The case follows a string of missing persons and questionable deaths prompting a nationwide search and further inquiries.

King Nassau County Starr Tucker Gannon Missing Persons Bureau Yesesterday Tye Bolevan Hospital Womnjn Dondt Anid Bellevue Dutt Smart Ware Elizabeth ‘Wardell Addison Wardwell Watertown N.Y Catherine Bill Alexander H. Bil Cambride Mass Provincetown

Market Roundup Mixed Commodities and Prices

Quotes from Knepp & Co and Associated Press cover government bonds butter and money markets. Chicago butter prices edged down slightly with 9 and 9 scores lower. call money and time money show modest shifts. Cotton goods and dry goods markets vary, with weak overall demand and steady warehouse rates noted.

Charleston Woman's Law Suit Settled

A $850,000 damage suit from Mine Gnaroett Kirk of Charleston against Continental Baking Co Wheeling was dropped from the Marhall county front court docket as settlement out of court was announced. The suit claimed injuries from a truck automobile collision in Moundsville a year ago.

Moundsville Gnaroett Kirk Charleston Continental Baking Company Wheeling Mar~ wAall County Miss Kirk Moundsyile

Market gains and mixed bonds influence global prices

The New York market report notes higher prices across several sectors with gains centered in Latin American and rail bonds. German utility and industrial issues showed warmth while public utility and industrial bonds held steady. Government loans fluctuated narrowly with small gains and declines overall.

Iby Associated Press New York United States

Produce Market Fluctuations Across Commodities in Pittsburgh

The Associated Press reports mixed gains and steadiness in Pittsburgh markets on June 9. Apples and cabbage show firm tones with assorted crate and stock notes. onions and potatoes remain steady though prices vary by grade and source. Butter, eggs, and cheese hold flat. poultry shows uneven offers across live and dressed forms, while sugar and pulses edge upward in New York and related markets.

The Associated Press New York Grea Britain Great Britain ABE Bel &i France Ately Cabies Bema Belgium Germany Oes Holland Mexico City Pittssurgh Tennessee Virginia Texas Alabama Nort South Caras Maine Crean Mountains Ucka

Trustees Sale Notices Run In Kanawha County WV

Multiple legal notices from Kanawha County WV about trustee sales and county costs. Items include a June 20 1831 assessment review meeting and two separate notice of trustee sale actions detailing lenders securitY and property parcels in Kanawha County.

Wits Security Bank J.B. Jone Kanawha County Empire Savings and Loan W. J Trinnie Joe Senbedig Anid Empire Bs. Fogs and’ Loan Company Tals, Company J.B. Jones

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