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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1926

Page

8

Indicts K K K S For Conspiracy In Whipping Conductor

A McDowell County grand jury returned multiple indictments charging members of a masked band with conspiracy to whip a Norfolk and Western railway conductor on a Crumpler night. Confessions allegedly tied the plan to a Ku Klux Klan meeting, with several dozen suspects named and jurors discharged after the action.

Ku Klux Uands Marber Upland Huylen Hidney Hanks C. Thompson J. T. Whompan Herman Wart Grotus White Crump- Jar WH. Diarbour Northfork Eh, Halley Cherokee Fred Rawerds Worth Jim Briggs Crumpter CG Henten Algom D Unley Charokea Joseph McCridterd Pul Natl Ith Preston Bred Edwards Henter Alwema F. If. Holden Alamo Barbour W. W. Dell Chearokes W. Wt. Handy Art Whippe Crumpler George White Jim Uriggn Preston Cox F. Ht. Murton C. Henter Atcoma Jena Preston J. yi _Hayes Jeandh Taneh Sari Vera McDowell County Prenton Coax HL Burton Preston Shdarelua F. Boylees Hidney Slanks E. C. Thompson Metmunart Winscoe Blevins A W. Hayes Ryan Lawrence SL If Birbiur Surge Jatoen A Ike Ward Kintte

Mellon Defends Finance Slush Fund in Senate Hearing

The article describes Joseph H Grundy and others implicated in treasury fund concerns tied to the recent primary. It details checks totaling 197 078 dollars and mentions Willam J Fol wroll and Frank J Qo mar as treasurer nominees while naming George W Popper and John Fis in related political maneuvers.

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Man Threatens Self Harm Near Serre Bridge

Fragmentary dialogue depicts a man contemplating self harm beneath a water Serre area. Others argue and urge him away as the scene unfolds with confusion and concern.

Estimated tax on utilities shows rising assessments in period

The article lists substantial property assessments for utilities and related assets from 1916 to 1923, noting totals around 1.24 to 5.4 billion with various entries for gas, water, and electric utilities. It remarks that over the past decade assessments grew despite reduced production and transport volumes, and cites an assertion by Captain White on disagreements.

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Winsome Lake Hotel at Winona Lake Announces Season

An announcement from Winona Lake Indiana describes the Winona Hotel set on a hill overlooking the park and lake. It promotes modern brick and stone facilities, 125 rooms, an outdoor pergola, and American plan rates from $1.50 to $6 per day with weekly specials.

Winona Lake Indiana Wingna Lake Chaniauqunaril Dikla Ita

Western Storm Toll Reaches 15 Across Great Lakes Region

A June 14 report describes a violent western storm causing at least 15 deaths and widespread damage. Flooding swamped bridges and farms along the Great Lakes states, with many residents evacuated to rooftops. Damaged power lines and weather-related accidents reported across Illinois, Texas, and surrounding areas.

Great Lakes Stord Carey Dante Mle Eourd Wratern Chicago Texas Downstate Elbinuds

Potter Pupils In Recital Tonight At Local School

Pupils of Mr Lois Potter and Mr Buby Potter present a mixed program of vocal, piano and organ at the Totter Munte auditory. Students from both Bro and urban sections perform with Rosheer leading ensembles and a crowd invited to attend.

Totter Munte Juanes Kerby Imogene Meadows Charlotte Mac Dernkt Lowe Potter Laney Kuttner Urban wtutentsa—Mex Zeldel Martha Marsh Laures Lupert Min " Mitchet Mix Leta Hayes Gareland Saran Meadford Barr Mine Mildred Suland Mise Leonora Hardy Way Uni Mary Laxtwoed

Bomb blast fatal to woman in Ayracuse New York

A woman named Mrs. Curtis was killed by a bomb blast in Ayracuse New York. The blast injured other people and investigators searched for a motive and suspects including jealousy. Police questioned Curtis and sought details on the delivery of a bag containing the bomb.

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Chile's act ends Tacna Arica board dispute

The bicameral commission in Chile approved a formal declaration that Chile had repudiated the arbitral award for the Tacna Arica dispute and that a plebiscite was impossible. Reports from Arica indicated an early breakdown of negotiations despite U S mediation efforts and Washington talks by Vatican and Peruvian envoys.

Chile Tacna-Arica ARIGA Citle Arlen Eftorte Delme Macy Washington Vatlcan Uimbuavadora Bulloge

Veteran groups hold Kanawha camp event and parade

A parade and gathering occurred with delegates from the Daughters of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion and others. Thayer N. ee CC ndtneeet Crean presided as commander. A banquet and installations followed at the Hully Hotel with officers later installed. Many attendees from Charleston and surrounding cities were listed.

Patrimens Feaponard Orca Faution Daughters of Tel Guid Stir Muttara Ffs Cote Fereracy American Legion Othe Hully T. 8 Jokm A. Thayer Kanawha J. di. Taylor Wheale Ing I. Ledees Charleston John J. Crim City Charles BE. Mwenry Friendly Trumph Wilson B.S. Wheaton Bon. McPherson Parkersburg Chapman Munt- Ingtons Ian Atert William le Sulder W. Jotun H. Studery Whibimson T. Alllaen Stroke W. H. Weaver Wheelings Launcaster Thomas E. Nurter William Sroadenberger Charles Choeftli Charles Lanham

Public improvement talks on bridge and park plan outline

Community meeting discusses funding for a new bridge across the Kanawha, a park east of receiver, and a cooperative plan with city and county officials. Resolutions urge consulting state authorities and arranging contracts for bridge construction and highway access.

Thane Leroy Rwinkuen Jonik OE J. Slimane PL Clark Foster A.D. Hurran Frank Wauae Chirkeeton X Park Cley Anil Onichala Maid Routh Ims Charleatn Tly Evar Agit Interurban Eammiedton Ve Em A. Teldge Clarleston Diotricy Teuton Florida Mtrest Acre Bridge Company

Open champion tournament at Columbus likely in June

Alipur Cleveland reports 14 entrants in a leading open championship at Columbus next month with Shute of Huntington and Hen Welshhunt among likely players. The 1923 event saw 30,008 prizes, suggesting a large stake for the winner.

Alipus Cleveland Shute Huntington Awhdlanid Anne Hirane Wittowless Columbum Yaxe

Forgiveness sought by shoe clerk from Staten Island jail letter

In a Staten Island jail letter from Taul Monte cadnay to his wife Esther in Richmond County, a shoe clerk known as the Count pleads for forgiveness. Mrs. Wiseman of Tremont Street says the Count’s past affairs, linked to a famed Grover divorce case, do not prove he will wed Miriam Trandeburgh.

Esther Wiseman Grover Himsel Blaten Ivand Mir Vern Trandeburgh Gil Miriam Winemian Deanite Fee Trandeburgh Monte Hotleman

Yale Grants Degree to Swedish Prince Amid Royal Visit

Crown Prince Guatavun Adolphun of Rweltun received an honorary Doctor of Law from Yale University. The ceremony coincided with a royal visit by the crown prince, crown princess, and party, who plan Newport residencies and a Worcester Swedish festival. An onlookers’ mishap aboard J. P. Morgan’s yacht nearly caused a serious accident during the harbor passage.

Guatavun Adolphun Rweltun Yale Newport Worcester Sarr J. P. Morgan New Haven

Wage Conference Ends in Deadlock

In Cliveland on June 14 the wage conference among the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers failed to resolve disputes. Officials stated talks would likely proceed with separate armaments as no side agreed to price demands.

Cliveland Sullecomailttere Brotherhood of Lneowortye Johnston Ald Ile

Court Overrules Play Jury System

New York report states Justice Mullin reserved decision on the application of the 1926 act to make permanent interference with jury duty. The court ordered closure after officials argued the play violated a legal framework. The jury system was instructed to remain inactive following a week of deliberation.

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Tariff Commission clashes and legal notices in Kaneawha pages

Readable fragments describe verbal clashes in the Tariff Commission hearing involving Commission member Qlavels and Culbertson, plus several legal notices and estate items. The docket includes a West Virginia chancery suit against The Woolson Spice Company, trustee actions, public outcry sales, and corporate dissolution motions for Citizens Corporation of Charleston with asset distribution plans.

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Beckley News notes membership drive plans and town events

Beclley area groups report strong state leadership in the American Legion and set a quota of 305 new members this year. The Lions Club and Elks lodge outline campaign duties, a property owners meeting on county board of equalization, and a July 3 Old Time Town celebration in Pemberton with music, games, speeches, and refreshments.

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Local Woman Endorses Konjola Medicine For Cramping

Mrs. Hatile Sanale of Wevaco near Charleston reports relief from years of stomach cramps after taking Konjola. She describes severe pain, bloating, and indigestion before a first dose, noting improved appetite and digestion after several bottles. The remedy is sold at Potterfield's drug store in Charleston with free samples offered locally.

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Notable visit by Paul Smith and Mrs Mitten Smith

Paul Smith and Mrs Mitten Smith returned from Alder Jaon where they visited with ala tires.

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