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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1926

Page

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Candy Kid Whittemore Appeals To Escape Maryland Death Penalty

Baltimore reports Richard Whittemore, dubbed Candy Kid, appeals his May 22 murder conviction as he faces death by hanging. The case centers on a February 20 attack with an iron bar, a dramatic police pursuit, and a sprawling crime wave linked to a forged gang. The governor will set a date for execution after pending appeals.

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House Judiciary backs Goff bill in reform push

Washington June 10 The House Judiciary Committee approved a reform bill by Representative Britten Republican Uithole to strip local police of federal enforcement duties. The eight to seven vote included a casting vote by Chairman Graham. Critics warned the measure as a step toward undermining federal authority while opponents urged lawful repeal by proper channels.

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Sears Wins Democratic Nomination in Florida Fourth District

Sears defeated Owen to win the Democratic congressional nomination in Florida's Fourth District by a clear majority. The race drew former rival Rush Brean Owen, daughter of William Jennings Bryan, as Mears opponent while campaign managers prepared for the upcoming test.

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Flowers Freed In Fraud Trial

City Councilman and Flowers are cleared after a preliminary hearing in a $19 000 fraud case tied to grocer George Abood. Witnesses testified about a scheme involving Wise and Flowers with Abood lured to a Peyton hotel room to hand over cash for a non existent property.

C. Flowurs George Abood Charleston Grocer Aguire W. A. Tully Mats Sud Opos Aquire Tully Tom C. Towsent Washington Street Mowers Wise Hlowarn Peyton Hotel Kapawhae Street Abuod Ant Bmg House Quarrier Street Peyton Abood Aboof Sam’ Badfod Moses Abdulla Pera

Clark Denies Breaking Faith With Chamber

A Charleston Chamber of Commerce open forum sparked a dispute as Watter E. Clark publisher of the Daily Mall denied any pledge of faith was asked. The citizen’s committee report claimed an unauthorized newspaper statement could affect the project’s success. The chamber intends to present a concrete financing proposal once negotiations conclude, with earlier land-tract offers contrasted.

Dolly Stall Citiizans Charleston Chamber of Commerce Watter E. Ctnrke the Mail Rich & Nature Ltter Clark Alhn Coimmttte Aditing D. Urumhelfer Telenhons Daily Mall Pertalfilix Chamber of Commerce Charleston

Belittling Arrests Sparks Police Complaint

Patrolman Hundley files a formal complaint over claims that Patroman Little took credit for his arrests. Hundley insists the praise for a drunken arrest at the Y. M. C. A. yard was misattributed to Littie, and refuses to confirm details while defending his integrity. The dispute centers on who actually performed the arrest and who received credit for the incident.

Joe W. Savage Walter Ilindley Gasatte Tia Patraiman Littis Yatrolian Hundleyaid Patraiman Nores Marion Childers

Charleston Girl Sustains Broken Neck In Auto Smash

June to Mrydle Acrian a 19 year old Charleston resident hospitalized after a car collision in Huntington Tuesday, with a broken neck and serious but improving condition. She faces six weeks bedridden with a leather headgear. Sister Jennie 22 and David Balderaon Harvard College student also injured. Other occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Huntington Mrydle Acrian Charleston St Hevetonett Alles McGraw Jennie David Baldera

Brazil Resigns Seat in League Crisis Deepens

A telegraph from Brazil reports its resignation from the League of Nations council amid disputes over permanent seats. Spain likewise rejects being a secondary power, fueling uncertainty whether Brazil or Spain will quit the League. Diplomatic efforts aim to prevent irrevocable steps while Germany’s permanent seat issue looms.

Beaslt Spain Senor Quer Moule Brasil Austen Chambarlein Firaxis League Germany Brasi Peanibie Uolean Metro Franco Geneva World Court United States Mella Franco Offi Elnin Enures Brazil Rehepealiten

Midelburg Awards House Contract For New Residence

Charles A. Midelburg of Indiana awarded a contract to contractor John D. Moors for a new residence to be built above the canal grounds. Estimated cost near 76000, one of the city’s finest homes with brick walnut interior finish and Vermont slate roof. Plans by Carmichael and Miliépaugh of Columbus call for English manor style with swimming pool and extensive grounds. Work to start immediately on a 100 by 300 foot lot on Motewha street.

Charles A Carmichanl Toute Columbus Midelburg Wald Motewha Street Washington MiciedDure

Negro Contests Curtis Election In Topeka Primary

Topeka June 10 Nick Chites necro will oppose renomination of U S Senator Charlee Curtis Republican floor leader at the August primaries. Chiles editor of a weekly newspaper reducing a degree of candidacy with the secretary of state Curtis filed several months ago and yet has no other opponents in this own party. REMMAVE DANKS GOW WASHINGTON June 10 Combined resources and tebiitttes of the twelve federal reserve banks est the clogs of burinuns June 9 were reported tonight by the federal reanive board at 4,901,781,000.

Topeka Kas Nick Chites Necro United States Charlee Curtis Chiles Newpaper Curtis Tila Washington Federal Reserve Burinuns Federal Reanive Board

Miner leader assails judge over injunction denial

Bittner, international representative of the United Mine Workers, denounces Judge Lazelle for denying an injunction against coal companies. He accuses the judge of bias and says the ruling violates interests tied to a 1920 coal land deal involving Pataimy Interests and a 13 cent royalty after 360,000 tons mined. The speech at Scott's Run marks Bittner's first public appearance since illness, and the injunction case awaits the supreme court ruling.

Bongantown van A. Blitner West Virginia Grant Lazelle Everal Coinl Companies Incknone Ville Clear Cane Lareolle Bittner Gaggelle Jaroes' A. Patainy Pittsburgh Layzalie Lilttner Regimary Scott's Kun Tha E Addrons Cone Dempt Supreme Court

Fertilizer Body Elects Officers at Annual Meeting

The National Fertilizer Association re elected its executive committee and officers after the convention. Spencer L. Carter of Virginia Carolina Chemical Company Richmond Va remains president. L. Hollns Laydian farm-Mixer Meridian Miss is vice president. Cheries I. Drand Washington DC is executive secretary and treasurer. John D. Tolle editor American Fertilizer Philadelphia assistant secretary. Horace Hawker American Agricultural Chemical New York and F. Burroughs Royster Guano Norfolk Va remain on the executive committee. Gustave Ober Jr Ober and Son Baltimore named regular member. Delegates from 39 states plus Australia France and Germany attend.

National Fertilized Association Spencer L. Carter Virginia- Caroling Chemical Corporation Richmond LL. Hollns Meridian Miss Cheries Ober and Sona Company Daltimore Australia France Germany Cunningham Dayton Chamical Company Ultimase Gram Wee J. Russell Portar Porter Fertilizer Works At+ Jants, Ga Aguthert Division

Dr Hubert Work Hung in Effigy near Wins Canyon

In Whenix Arizona on June 9 a crowd hanged former Secretary of the Interior Dr Hubert Work in effigy at Winch Canyon pond about 20 miles northwest of here. The protest disrupted plans for Verde River irrigation district financing tied to the district's reclamation projects recently canceled by the secretary.

Whoenix Ariz Hubert Worl

Bandits Rob Guest In Hotel In Baltimore

In Baltimore on June 10 a guest from New York City, Michael Funneistio, reports being attacked in his hotel room at the Emerson by three armed men who stole $15,000. A man identifying himself as Edward Kimball of New York was later arrested on an accusation. Funiclello provided a full description to police. Also, Rev. Wm J. Hunnemann of Wheeling was named secretary of the Pennsylvania district of the Evansville Lutheran Synod at its thirtieth annual conference.

Baltimore Michael Funneistio New York City Emerson Edward Kimball Funiclello Hatarmann Pittshungh Wwe J. Hnnnemann Rt. John's Church Whealing W. Way Cecretery Pennsylvania Evanswelleal Lutheran Synod of North America

Marx speech signals reform as Hindenburg row shifts power

Berlin dispatch reports Chancellor Marx asserting government authority over dispossession and presidential powers. The piece contrasts Marx’s stance with Von Buelow and notes backlash in the Reichstag, while outlining a new bill to regulate dispossession of princes. A mortgage loan firm in Charleston cites strong local lending activity and rising property values, predicting continued prosperity.

Pinchot Campaign Votes Allegedly Stolen in Pa Race

Pennsylvania investigation in Washington hears charges of vote buying and ballot hold ups across 500 Allegheny precincts. McGovern accuses Pepper and Ware forces of manipulating results, citing 20,000 Pinchot votes diverted to "other candidates" and a costly "watcher" system. Pepper testifies about personal expenses and coalition tactics before the committee.

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Naval disarmament talks fail to reach separate deal

In Geneva on June 10 the naval arms issue was discussed by a sub committee. Experts concluded that separate disarmament talks were not viable and the alliance backed a broader approach led by France and Italy. Admiral Hilary Jones of the American delegation stated support for the bloc agreement.

Genava Teftlah Jae Ale Rosa France Italy Mhe Noonit Hilary Jones

Briand Faces Coalition Dilemma in France

June 10. Premier Briand hesitates over forming a coalition cabinet as the propeance of a national union opposition remains unresolved. With a left majority from 1924 and a tense financial crisis, Briand signals a major policy statement soon, risking a parliamentary clash and government responsibility.

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Goat Skin Tax Refunds Stir Government Revenue Probe

Washington reports a sweeping tax ruling allowed leather suppliers to revalue inventories, triggering refunds potentially between fifty and twenty million dollars. Firms like Standard Kid, Wilmington Leather, and Amalgamated Leather Co. may have benefited, prompting legal action and possible suits to recover dues.

Willtaile Universal Services Washington Lesther I.nuntry Tony Hetwaan Aleik Wan Revenla Goat Infernal Revenue Bureau Auita Treasury

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