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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1930

Page

8

Amherst Alumni Hear Coolidge Speech At Meeting

Amherst alumni gather as former President Coolidge speaks of tradition and authority, warning that self government can erode respect for constituted authority. He notes concern over the younger generation’s tendency to challenge elders, while acknowledging ongoing world change.

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McClintic Sets Mark for Judges

Fragmented passage references McClintic setting a mark for judges and notes on population figures and capacity constraints. The text includes garbled OCR with mentions of New Hampshire, prisoners, and a June reference, but no clear event, date, or outcome is established.

New Hampshire Yatega Cartashmand Five West Virginis Gemqverional Ini

Mra Laws Dyer Ceremonies for Laure Der Comaty

Funeral arrangements set for Laure Der Comaty, 62, who died yesterday at her home on Quite Street after 5:10 p.m. services planned at 8:90 this evening at the Moore home on Ko7 Senayeet, with J. W. Moore and Chillestan family members prominent. Also noted are arrangements for Joan H. Barlow, 8, who died Friday, with Rev. Thoms Kinder to conduct services. survivor list incomplete due to truncated obituary text.

Laws Dyer Canldy Pemperal Laure der Comaty Wro Howe Tepe J. W. Moore Tire Caealay Dyer Charleen John B. Barlow Joan H. Barlow

Girl Evangelist to Open Meeting Here

The Ai- Mine Utley evangelistic campaign opens this afternoon at the Union Mission camp tabernacle and runs for two weeks. Miss Utley, converted at nine, has since Christmas 1922 dedicated to evangelistic work in churches across Canada and the United States.

Tabermere Welock Miss Utley Canada Caha

Brazilian Admiration for Hoover and U S Hospitality

A Brazilian speaker praises President Hoover and the United States, highlighting mutual goodwill, peace efforts, and the fruitful ties between nations. The visit notes cordial receptions in Brasilia, with strong belief in growing cooperation and shared ideals through personal contacts and friendships. The speaker expresses gratitude for hospitality and the prospect of future collaboration.

Gradil United States Brasil

Kanawha City Home Destroyed by Fire

Fire destroyed the two story home of Frank Cochran at Mactorkle avenue and Twentyeighth street Kanawha City at four yesterday morning. The loss is about 87500 and partially covered by aqurante. A night watchman from Abbey Owens glass plant awakened the family by breaking a window. Fire crews from Kanawha City and Elizabeth streets stations extinguished the blaze and prevented damage to neighboring buildings.

Frank Cochran Mactorkle Avenue Twenty-eighth Street Kanawha City Four Peck Abbey-Owens Glass Cochran Kanawhs City Elizabeth Street

Degree Conferred After 32 Years Delay

Cincinnati June 1 United States District Judge Robert R Nevin of Dayton finally received his bachelor of laws degree today. He completed all college work over 30 years ago but missed the final examination due to participating in war service. He earned the Nippert study degree alongside 939 graduates in the university's largest senior class.

Cincinnati Uniederalty Gimcinnati United States Robert R.nevin Dayton Federet Nevin Nippert “Studium Ie Upiversity Bistory

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A Chicago crime commission notice urges a boycott of businesses tied to gangsters and those who aid them. The plan accuses landlords bankers and lawyers of partnering with criminals and calls citizens to avoid trade with any who work with hoodlums led by Capone and others. The commission previously named twenty eight gang leaders in a list urging citizens to withdraw support.

Sestersay Meza Chicago Crime Commission Chicago Crime Commission Citteen Commission Coebee

Doctor and World War Vet Succumbs at Fairmont

Dr Arthur J Bt Lawrence 42 a battalion medical officer with the 90th division died at Fairmont after heart disease, linked to World War service. He reportedly treated a wounded man at the Argonne front and gave his gas mask to save the wounded soldier, per local accounts.

Fairmont

English Professor to Study State Ballads

An English professor retires after two years as West Virginia official in charge of state ballads and related works. John Turner may direct. Dr John Draper retires as head of the English department. Dr J David Dale Johnson will oversee until a successor is named.

John Aaertagten ‘Cox Englah West Virginia Activette de Setrines Suds Rocford Workes John Ros Turner John W. Draper Ingiah Department J. David Dale Johnson Orate Acc

River Packet Race Broadcast Lights Up Ohio Course

Tom Greene Betsy Ann clash on the Ohio River June 28 with WLW and NBC network coverage led by Robert Brown. Race from Perubank dam to Coney Island spans 22 miles, with trophy stakes and historic needle for the winning captain.

Betsy Ann Tom Greene Ohio Natchez Robert E. Lee WLW NBC WJE New York Robert Brown Crosley Perubank Cincimneau ABC Coney Island Brown Cincinnati Richmond Betsy Frederick Way, Jr Wayle St. Louis New Orleans Captain Way Captain Greene Mississippi Chris Greene Greene Inc Pid Fom Greene Chris Robert B. Lea Mike Eatry Nia Crowley

Helen's Divorce Annulled by Synod in Romania

Vienna dispatch reports Romanian holy synod annulled the divorce decree that Princess Helene, now Queen Helene, observed two years earlier. King Carol allegedly uses the decree to enthrone her as queen, while reconciliation rumors with Magda Lupescu surface. Queen Mother Marie aims to reconcile the pair, with a family announcement expected soon. Police found no evidence of Lupescu near Vienna.

Vienna Bucharest Carol Momerch Rumania Helene Coral Mme Magda. Lupescu Marie Queen Marie’s London Saia Madame Lupescu Romania Boden

Retired Preacher Held On Charge of Murder

Decatur Montana June 14 charges of murder filed against Rev Joseph Lightcap aged 60 a retired minister after an argument with neighbor Howard McDeane aged 20 McDeane was said to have objected to Lightcap driving over land owned by Moliviano McDeane and Lightcap claimed self defense in the incident lingering over disputed land rights

Decatur Joseph Lightcap Duskere Sheriff’s Deputies Alew Howard Mc Deane McTivane Molivano

Nitro Nets Bungalow Fire Damages Vacant Home

Fire crews were called to 1854 West Sixteenth Street Friday morning to a vacant bungalow fire that was quickly extinguished. A late alarm at 11:25 p.m. Friday reported from the corner of Twenty third Street and Second Avenue. Residents include Mrs. Hig Galloway and relatives visiting from Asheville, NC.

Nitra West Sixteenth Street Hell Twenty-third Street Second Avenue

Nitro Lions Club To Head July Celebration At Ball Park

Celebration plans list Nitro Lions Club in charge at Nitro ball park with Earl Snyder overseeing gate. Nitro-Plymouth hosts a morning game while St Albans Negro team faces an afternoon foe TBA. A racing program and prizes, plus a band for musical entertainment, are planned.

Nitro Lions Club Nitro Earl Snyder Nitro-Plymouth St. Albans

Perjury Charges Laid to Capone in Miami

Al Capone faces perjury warrants in Dade County after a triumph in a recent bout. Authorities claim he lied about MacReady in reports leading to jail or restraint actions. Capone was arrested, posted bond, and returned to Island Home amid the county’s ongoing efforts to oust him from Miami.

Fin Scarface al Capone Dade Country Falm Islani Chicago D. MacReaty Public S Safety Capone Lome Faksely MacReady Kimg Miami

Winners Are Chosen In Audition Contest

Ming Gertride Dotson and Robert Horr won in the Atwater Kent National Audition held in Galperin's recital hall to select Charleston voices for the state audition in Huntington this September. Prizes include gold decorations, cash, and years of tuition at leading American conservatories. Judges and local committee members from Charleston shepherded the event.

Ming Gertride Dotson Robert Horr Wilma L. Chandler Alvin B. Trail Atwater Kent Galperin Noll Represet Charleston Hunting Lton Cean J. Henry Francis Chiirman John W. Newton Simon H. Galperin Mia John A. Mason Byrna H. Carn Hilda Smith Casecif Gertrude Doteon Lucille R. Havuaene George C. Thomas Robert Bar Kent Warner Ellis Bonham Alvin B. Trall Merrill Smith New River State School Montgomery B. C. Pittinger St. Albans Erma King Kelly

Tariff Measure Passes With Historic Agricultural Duties

The bill imposes highest rates in history on agricultural products, wool, and related goods, vastly expanding the tariff list from the 1923 act. It raises duties on farm items and many processed goods, shifts free items behind the tariff wall, and revises administrative rules for the tariff commission and presidential action.

Brill Golssorough Linthicud Palmis Ano Aud Smith West Virginia Ustara Canada Mexico Cuba New England Tariff Commission

Married for 50 Years Wife Seeks Divorce

PROVO Utah June 14 Mrs Francis M Berney celebrated their golden wedding anniversary June 1. Thirteen days later on Friday July 1 Mrs Harney filed for divorce alleging her husband came home drunk and choked her threatening to kill her. She seeks 630 per month alimony.

Provo Utah Francis M. Berney

New State Bureau Proposed To Save Millions Annually

State Treasurer William Johnson proposes a West Virginia state bureau linked to the University of West Virginia to audit and streamline government. The plan aims to cut waste, improve efficiency, and reduce reliance on private auditing firms, with Turner of the university favorable and discussions ongoing for official introduction at a national auditors convention.

New State Bureau Johnson Graduate School of West Virginia University West Aise Univerity Jakygon Tite Turner

Hospital History of City Outlined In Charleston Disclosures

Reminiscences describe Charleston hospital growth from 1907 with bond funded old General hospital on Mill Hill site to modern Elmwood Avenue facilities. The piece traces lease shifts to Dr Thomas Dr Barber and others detailing training schools nurses and staff from 1898 to 1933 including the Thomas Barber Kanawha Valley McMillan and Charleston General hospitals and the May 14 graduation uniting five training schools in one ceremony.

Gazette Charleston Chartleston General Hospital Millheer Spring Hill Thomas Thomas Hospital G. GC. Schoolfield B. 8. Young Zimwood Avenue Charleston General Hospital R. T. Davis I’ Bia Eugene Davis United States Army T. K. Barber Barber Kanawha Valley Hospital George W. Atkinson Atkinson West Virginia Santiago de Cuba Camp Atkinson Glenwood Park Delgh Hornead Tn Apice Tme Washington Thoman Hospital Frederick §. Thomas Wiliam W. Tompkins Charles W. Boot Timothy Lawrence Barber James Putney John McConinay Robert Saunders Henry Ira P.’Champe Jim P. Champe Charleston General Beepstel G. C. Schoolfield T. Churchman Pr. Archfoald Braunton J. B. Housted Steun Ton Pr. Barber Kanawhe and Michigan Railroad H. H. Young Charleston General Dr. Thomas City Hospital Wss Charleston General Hospital and Training School Young Nime A. A Bhawkey John W. Moore Wm. A. McMillen George Lounsbury P. A. Boley Wm. B. Hughey Old City Elmwood Avenue John E. Canniday T. L. Barver Barber Aanitariga Iet Thomas Hospital Training School General Pera Kapewna Valley Schoolfield C A. Rey Ataft G2zetts McMillan McMillan Hospital and Training School St. Francis Hospital Calatey Straat St. Francis Mountain State Hospital Vir-ginla Street Walker Ireland Godbey J. Rose Hubter Alec Hurees Sterling Worth Charleston High School America Dou Auditoriuum Florence Nightingalé Tien State Nurses’ Association

Mother and child killed in crossing accident

In Chicago this afternoon a mother Mrs Charles Ernst and her seven year old daughter Marjorie were killed when their car was struck by a Wabash passenger train. Two other children, Billy five and Mary Catherine eleven, were seriously injured.

Chicago Charles Ernst Marjorie Billy Mary Catherine

Young Artist Dies After Personal Crisis in San Francisco

In San Francisco on June 14 a 27 year old, William Mullender, son of Bartge owner, drew nude pictures in hot books. He attempted selling them but the editor rejected them. Disappointed, the boy took polaron and died today.

San Prancisco William Mullender Bartge Hots Books Prienty William Im Presse Tok Polaon

Democrats Elect New County Committee Chairs in Charleston

The Democratic county executive committee elected Msty E. Potest of Charleston as chair and Carl Andres of Clendenin as general chair. Vacancies filled include Roma Lucas and Lynn Geshem in wards one and thirteen, Beverley Broud, Frank R. Butts, Ruth Wash, Matty Clark, and George Miller in various wards. A primary finance committee was authorized with one member per district and ten wards, and was instructed not to solicit contributions from primary candidates. J Alfred Taylor spoke on party matters as the meeting adjourned.

Beverley Broud Frank R. Butts Islemth Foo W. Savage Wee Mise Ruty Wash Matty Clark George 5. Miller Chatrmer Eppointe

Lobby Probes Nearing Close

A man questioned over ties to the Tennessee River Improvement Association faced details of a $36,200 payment from Union Carbide into his personal brokerage then used to buy stocks before return to the association. Chairman Raskab testified on his role with anti Prohibition groups and congressional aims while the committee pressed limits on questioning.

Tennesse River Improvement Asociation Huston Union Carbide Company Tenneste Association Raskab Democratic Committes Bout Hia Congress Prohibition Ten Probibitionment Antialoan League Board of Temperance, Prohibition, and Public Morals Cantos

Flag Day Observed by Local Elks Lodge on Quaker Street

A Flag Day event at the local Elks Lodge on Quaker Street featured a speech by B. Franklin, lodge secretary, discussing the origin of Flag Day and patriotic themes. About 100 persons attended the ceremony.

Elks Lodge Mr Lodge Quaker Street B. ®. Franklin

New Committee Named By Women's Federation

Denver notes announce the appointment of the new executive committees for the General Federation of Women's Clubs. International president Mrs John F. Snnpel of Baltimore names ex officio member Mrs. Rippel O Berry Goldsboro H C and notes further appointments by the committees. The 1931 spring meeting of the General Council will involve elected officers department chairmen and state presidents. Henry B. Ely of Ve was chosen president of the directors council.

Denver Jum General Federation of Womens Clubs John F. Snnpel Baltimore Rippel O'Berry Goldsboro H. C Lange Cers Os Tere Ree Mu Henry Ely of

J O Club Meets With Miss Irene Neal

Ming Irene Meal entertained the members of the J O club of Ro manuel Baptist church at her home on Friday evening. Games were played and refreshments served. Attendees included Miss Irene Meal Miss Theis Tison Miss Georgie Goad Miss Arvilla Bumington Miss Frods Griffith Adies Maxine Wolfe Miss Wenda Sam Miss Eunice Cox Miss Lucille Meal Miss Ruby Lily Miss Lote Lily Miss Lela Neal Miss Louie Lane and Mrs. S C Neal.

Ming Irene J. O Romanuel Baptiat Church Aod Ming Irene Meal Mine Theis Tison Misa Georgie Goad Mine Arvilla Bumington Miss Frods Griffith Adies Maxine Wolfe Mis Wenda

Morgantown to Receive National Guard Armory

Morgantown officials announce the National Guard armory will be constructed here. The facility will house the fire units currently located in the city and underwent site preparations this month.

Morgantown National Guard Armory West Virginia Nations Guard Tiatians Robinson

Knights of Columbus To Initiate Candidates Today

The Knights of Columbus will initiate candidates this afternoon starting at 5 PM at 1612 Capitol Street in Charlenton County. Attendance from local community members is anticipated as part of the ceremony. Mr and Mrs Arthur Smith and children of Binefield arrived yesterday to visit Mr Marcelling Andre of Nancy Street.

Uuit Sun Knights of Columbus Cts Knights of Columbus Columbus Batt Charlenton Capito Flultores Binefield Arthur Smith Marcelling Andre Ancy Street

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