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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1926

Page

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Bank of Lewisburg Declares Absolute Sound After Shortage

In Lewisburg West Virginia the Bank of Lewisburg, founded in 1671 and ninth oldest in the state, was pronounced absolutely sound after recent shortages. Nelson, the former cashier, faced possible criminal action as deposits near 100000 but authorities expect coverage by assets and security. Depositors remain confident as temporary cashier Boonshahawt reports no decline in business.

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Somerset Named In Divorce Suit In New York

English actor Somerset, who faced possible deportation for moral turpitude four years ago, is named in a divorce suit filed in Brooklyn by A. R. Gallacher. The action centers on Somerset and Misa Day who reportedly performed together in London and in Orange Blossom, with defandant Carl E Carlton’s v arce action against his wife Day connected to the case.

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Willie Willis Cumrrisdt 1824 Pui listers bredicate

Fragmentary historical note mentions Willie Willis in 1824 Cumrrisdt and a reference to pli listers and an umpire seed. The readable text is garbled, with unclear names and phrases, offering minimal coherent facts about people, dates, or events.

Willie Willis Cumrrisdt Robert Quille

FLOWERS WISE HELD IN SWINDLE

City Councilman Flowers exonerated before Rquire Tully on swindle charges involving George Abood a Syrian grocer. Indictments from the June grand jury include Flowers and LW with related felonies as to complex Able matter and other cases across West Virginia and nearby towns.

Flowers Deine Acainat Harcy Julius Wangell Malden Sterman McCanshan Poca Diatrict Henry Crr Necro St Albans George Matheny McClanahan Henry McClanahan Ant Carter Et Albans D. L. Baliabury Elihu Thonemye Raymond Dayies Leon Alexander Alex Jones Wyatt Pridemore William Barnett Mark Cook W.ifitten Run van Worn Cora Manney Temple Vee Adante Harman Miller West Virginia Water and Electric Company Fred Wilkinson Amonutt J. H. Towyer Clendenin Inez Court Northland Crown Freya Contractors Ons Miller Wilkinson Bowyer St. Francianoapitel Conde

Cardinal Donzano Welcomed by Chicago Crowds

Chicago greets John Cardinal Donzano and other papal legates at the Eucharistic congress opening in the coliseum. Mayor Dever and Gov Small join in welcoming the Vatican envoys as vast crowds, police, and officials observe the ceremony.

Anivareal Chicago John Cardinal Donzano Hittax Collaoum George Cardinal Mundelein Chichno Hent Welcot Cardinal Yonzan Dubai Dubai, ‘zeFnoch, O'Donnel, Pit, von Faulhaber, Rele Casanova Hayes Blundelein Claces Anion Arcane China Preiaa Chirage Jandy Alion Leteins Tena Alrect Charles Larkin William FE. Dover Law Small Secretory James J. Davis Provident Hayman Se. Kelly John Carinal Lonaano Pope Pius XI Cardinal Donanis George Cardingt Kelly

Change Quitting Date for Congress

Washington notes say Congress adjournment is moved from June 36 to June 30. House leaders cite need for more time on appropriations for public buildings. Senate debate centers on funding rivers and related measures amid opposition.

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Hoge Insists on Right to Die by Own Action

Local report recounts Hoge’s repeated attempts at self harm including a truck incident and a front of an oncoming New York Central train. Officials debate whether inmates may commit death by their own actions, with Hoge moved from municipal jail to county prison amid concerns.

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Eyewitness Describes Wreck That Killed Fifteen

Eye witness Flagman D. McDonald testified to investigators about the Duntraville Intersection collision between the Cincinnati Miner and the Washington express at Pennsylvania Railroad. He described signals seen, a stumble while running, and fire and wreckage as both trains failed to stop. Brakeman T. W. Bescher corroborated the account, and investigation into the crash continues with a conclusion expected tomorrow.

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Bar Celebrates Golden Jubilee of Kanawha County Bar

The Kanawha County Bar honored veteran lawyers at a Golden Jubilee dinner at the Huffner Hotel. Attendees included 100 local attorneys and figures such as Ca Gallaher 1 B Menager Joseph Rute, General C C Watts and George Price with tributes. Speakers recalled early Charleston court life and the county’s legal development amid rail expansion and regional turmoil.

Kanawha County Huftner Ca Gallaher B. Menager Jasonh Rute Fer C. C. Watts George ©. Price Nate Keen Staunton Ar. Gallaher Str. Gallaher Charleston Price Galelaher Frederick Taverne and Inny State Miniature Wheeling Herald Menereal Watts Albemarle Virginia Watts Unieveralty McDowell County Duckiag Lowen Anully West Virginia Joseph Ruffner Yotlawlox Finssaxem Str. Menager W. A. Mace Carkle Xoltun Lutiun Mittes The Bar Association D. N. Monter William T. Plively Harry ¥. Campbell

Demand to unseat Ware if elected to Senate sparks fight

A heated session in Washington features Representative Moore demanding that William Vare be expelled should he win the Senate race. Pepper, Ware, and Governor Pinchot face accusations of slush fund expenditures and forged letters, as the campaign fund committee uncovers new payments and sources.

Yarsington Lawron Moore Virginia Wiliam Vare Moors George Wharton Pepper Gifford Binenot Toma Pennaylvante Aiush-Fund Yare Senate Wheeler Wayne K. Wheel Frank Frank Replied To the Interrogations of Senator “Jim” Teed Congress Ware Pepper Senate Committee Eric Fisher Wood Pepper-Fleher William Cream American Verstion of Labor Washington Ansate Campaign Fund Committee Green American Federation ‘of Labor Fleher Iowa Herdiaburg Philodalphia Allekheny County Erle Maher Wood Vere Hon FE. Taylor Peipers Winner Western Organization Wood Mellon Malton Wayne M. Wheeler Antis Saloon League Renson Wylgonia Furandums Georges Wharton Papper Pinchot Cest Hianum Deppar Varo William Oration Jaber

Charleston Hesitates Over Bridges Plan and Extensions

Local Charleston leaders debate extending city limits to speed bridge construction over the Kanawha River. J E L Mag Charleton Sswyer cautions against public-private partnerships, urging immediate action to fund and build the bridges. The discussion contrasts growth needs with corporate limits and potential bond risks amid proposals for city expansion toward Malden and South Matton.

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Ex Bootlegger Davidson Arrested Over Bogus Checks

Ex bootlegger known as William Calne or Davidson arrested in Alexandria Virginia for alleged bank transactions tied to bootleggers. He claimed to be cooperating with California authorities and faced questions from federal agents as he evaded gave address. The case tied to testimony before a house committee and possible appearance as a witness in San Francisco.

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Grid Star Hodges Granted Leniency in Robbery Case

Alexander Riley Hodges formerly a Tortuall star at the University of Katuas pleaded guilty to robbing a restaurant after claiming hunger and breadline days. The court suspended sentence, praising his potential to reform and noting support from fraternity brothers and friends.

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