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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1924

Page

8

McAdoo Forces 450 Votes On First Ballot At Dem Convention

McAdoo campaign reports 450 votes on first ballot as state units commit to him or bind by primaries. States listed include Iowa Missouri Oklahoma Texas Georgia Tennessee and others with primary commitments totaling 419 after absorbing from districts. McAdoo says support moving satisfactorily and declines on Klan and prohibition specifics awaiting convention decision.

New York Juan William J. McAdso Baling Alv Amery Gome Thnaaxtate Thatrweind MeAdot Srimarien Cinventions Gvoldiene Cathmator Niures Naman Bates San David Laddfreckwotl Kayo Towa Miexouri Oklahoma Taxa Cheorgia Tennessee South Saradina Kaneas Nevada Lawnington Utah Taaho New Mexico Kentucky Canal Zrne oTriat Kiven North Bakota Ruuth Bakers Navy Curotina Htorida Callfoenia Grewon Wirxcenain Hesnasytventa Delewater Wilson Baltimore Kuo Klux Klan McAdoo Ku Klux Klan Feiney

CAPTAIN CRAIGO TIGHT GRIP ON TRAFFIC COURT TALES

Captain Craigo maintained order during long shifts policing traffic and appearing in police court. He rose from driver to captain, earning praise for policing court cases and keeping peace amid hazy nights. The piece recalls the era of dry West Virginia and微信 temperate enforcement in the Kanawha valley.

Fxtrolman Craigo Tom & O West Virginia Koting Ica Mat Craigowan Leutenant Weutenant Dan Smith Ax Potice Ftoherke Oliee John Britton Jamcon Police Court Aits Jawa Fgateo Poling Court Tle Pollos Wren Craixo Polles Court Neste Wanda Flow Kanawha

Lightning Strikes Dolton Howder Plant Near Mooate Pa

A bolt hit the Dolton Howder plant near Mooate Pa causing minor damage. Aberly Vales reported no injuries. Sparks and shattered windows disrupted the nearby village of Barnwie briefly.

Dultont Howder Mooate

Unclear historical government names emerge in OCR fragment

Fragmentary OCR text lists misread names and positions such as Dr John Andre Wests, Secretary of State Charles Livan Mochent, Jonny Anvia, and Kyauk Hither Street. It reads like a list of officials and diplomats with university and embassy ties but contains many garbled words and inconsistent spellings, hindering precise identification.

Upper Tert John Andrey Wests Princernot Charles Livan Mochent Amit Jonny Anvia Fortiuce Ambassadier Veeland Lowert Bett Kyauk John Grireihben Princiian University Joliy W.reyln

New York stays firm to Smith nomination rally

The New York state delegation backed Governor Smith in his bid for the Democratic nomination with unyielding support. Roosevelt, the party leader and senator Copeland, were named to key posts as the convention loomed. Smith, arriving at headquarters, declined ceremony and prepared for the shore as his campaign roared on.

New York New York State Smith Franklin D. Roosevelt Genpalyn Mankeer United States Copeland Roosevelt Coral Daniel Jordan Hia Hia Campaten “Munakers and Today Indicated That Niigen’s In Hin

Local Man Recalls Robbery and Police Response

A local man described a hold up in which two suspects robbed him of $1 and his emmy case. He said the police lieutenant told him there was little chance of conviction with two assailants and one witness, and he believed the evidence would matter for fall. He reported the incident to Lieutenant Dan Smith and expressed disappointment with Charleston police action.

Stonveibeln Charleston Dan Smith Smith

Girl Scout Camp Opens With Campers Arriving In West Virginia

Readable fragments describe Camp Elk tlyver in Camp, WV opening with several Girl Scout troops preparing to arrive for a month at the ramp. Leaders Mina Knickerbocker and Mina Elyza beth Warner organize welcome efforts with troop captains from Troops 6 14 and 20. August training trips are planned for Anne Standish Mildred Eastwood and others, while bake sale profits are noted for Troop 6 Northern Methodist church.

Camp Elk Tlyver Woak Mary Lowing Lawun Mary Standish Coftttinl Busines Janet Braggs Maury Aianbeth Jay Alta Morris Mavis Wrann Annabelle Shawkey Sylvia Wrckilne Troup Juanita Hastings Reba Hodwom Cabin Ceerks Allee Cullibons Froon Aid Troop 14 St. Albumentire Jousse Goodall Dorothy May Coraline Trennor Esther Mary Kleng Mumn Curry Bettle Maud C Anh Maury McCorrlel Mildred Helen Sribe Sunwhing FU Thuth McCormick Mildred White Mina Neile Campbell Tremp 14 Miss Knickers Citizen Troup She Rampers Magwla Phens Alice Mina Elyzabeth Warnar Piyabut Mra Mubhler Citizen Valerie Coffey Truth McCollum Northern Methodiat Church Kanawha Presbyterian Church Gird Mise Anne Standish Mine Mildred Eastwood Bseour Leaders Training Camp Min- Neloth

Johnny Dooley Weds and Declares Dream Girl

Comedian Johnny Dooley wed in a ceremony reported from New York. He told reporters his bride is the gift of his dreams and plans a two week honeymoon. The wedding followed by troop celebrations and church fundraising to support a Scout camp outing. gifts from local residents aided the group.

New York Jane Johnny Abonley Wan Consianre Madison Newark J.rene Wee Donley Frank Pinney Atxo Wan Hent Nil Brite Dabn Pool Marka Frusivelin

Convention Notes Seek Smith Backing in New York

New York June 21 National committeeman Joseph Waffey says the Pennsylvania delegation backs Smith with no second choice. Guffey opposes two thirds rules and supports Brennan. Brown and Jewett try to block Waffey. Madison Square Garden will stage the convention with ten flags and weather watch. Prohibition amendment opposition to be discussed. Senator Bruce of Maryland delivers a main address. Oscar Underwood and Davis boomers circulate campaign literature.

New York Joseph &. Waffey Pennsylvania Smith Guffey Changin Brennan Madison Square Garden United Balls Oscar W. Underwood Alabama Minder Wood Eimpation Waldore Agtroin Underwood Davin John W. Davie Davis Dem Perate

Retirement rush cited in Hart death mystery

Friends say Hart's retirement may have hastened his death. Edward W. Bari notes a sudden illness. colleagues recall his 45 years in city service from 1877 through posts as coroner, city clerk, and chief clerk. Hart loved baseball and spoke of guiding staff after Yankee Detroit game before dying.

Wis Hart Detroit Yankee Stadium West Lerin Street Baba Rushi Thomas Orr Michael J. Cruise

Women in German politics questioned after Reichstag aging

A June 21 Associated Press report analyzes women's political success in post suffrage Germany. It notes nineteen women in the new Reichstag versus thirty five in the prior parliament, with Socialists containing the largest female contingent and several notable first-time female lawmakers. It also covers opposition views amid cultural clashes over symbols and a Munich parade marking Bavarian veterans' anniversary with royal presence.

Associated Press Serlin Streichstag Frau Magnus Vur Hataen German People’s Party Gecohd Frau Margaret Stemann Socialise Party Comenu Nat Boss Ruther Flasher Vienna Clara Zetkin Moscow Frau von Gheimd Germany Lady Astor Tetchstag Recihateg Munich Bavarian Veterans’ Association Rupprecht Rmain Reichswehr Ludwigstrasse House of Wittelsbach Leopold Princeas Arnulf Ludwig Perdinand Clara Count Christopher Albrecht

Obscure Premieres Discuss Peaceful Talks as Elections Loom

The piece notes a probable upcoming meeting next month between top leaders, with Prime Minister MacDonald seeking privacy at his Buckinghamshire residence for informal discussions with Herrio. It also records an obituary for Olew liler, aged 21, who died Friday after a crash, survived by widow and relatives, with funeral today at 2 PM and burial in Spring Hill cemetery. Additional items include a New York report on Anne A. Stillman’s $13,000 adds for counsel fees in an appeals case and remarks on matrimonial licenses issued that year amid reflections on marriage age and life choices.

Buckinghamshire London MacDonald Herrio Olew Liler Beans St GW. Miller Test Spring HN York Anne A. Stillman Court of Appeals Poughkeepsie Supreme Court Morsehan- Ser Herald- Tribune James 4. Stillman Appellate ‘Division Denylyes Llettise Stecorda Hart Kea

Age of Arrogant Motorman Gone On Train Incident

A chaotic late afternoon incident aboard a streetcar near Virginia Avenue between Tracky and Fred streets led to a rapid purse recovery. The conductor, BR. H Caldrred, halted the car and assisted a passenger who had forgotten her purse, returning it after a brief exchange.

Teddy Tracky Virginia BR. H Caldrred Indy

Providence Fight Peeves Chamber

Providence civic and business groups met to end the deadlock in Rhode Island's state senate and restore harmony. A committee will confer with both parties as concerns grow over deteriorating conditions and potential harm, with the chamber offering mediation to restart state functions.

Trade Board Rhode Island Providence Te. I State Senate Providence Chamber of Commerce T. F. L McDonnell Chamber of Commerce Ars State House

Moonshiner raid escalates as trooper slain in Berkeley Mills

The Berkley mills firefight ends with Private Crawford dead after a raid on Moonshiner leader Speight. State police and deputies pursue Speight through wooded areas while a large force converges from Maywood and Martinsburg. Crawford’s death prompts vows to bring his killer to justice.

Sa Alata Weigte Endex Jeynty Maw Autohitics Crawford Henny E. Pomroy Speight Pormusyy Crawserad Airauna Kte Pomror J. T. Hesse Poxse Ston Hobart Brown Mayweod Innetion Lilly Woods Berkley Mills Seumiy Brown Eldon Duetworth Moundeville Wheeling Duckworth Arnold Cramvford Baias Berkeley Bills Grawford Sam Taylor Oin Roth Garrands Clarksburg 2 Martinsburg Anutomobile Stone Charles A. Wands Chipps Summerhalter Deason Parthion Holl J. A R. Martin Alkire Waugh Sud Dodérill Noosa

Realty Transfers Reach Higher Peak in Week Trading

Real estate transfers set a new high for the week with 150 deeds recorded, up from 144 the prior week and 125 the week before. Notable transactions include Dr. A. Ho Dunn purchasing 10.17 acres near South Charleston for residential subdivision potential at about 46,000 dollars, and C. L. Dawson and Mose Pushkin buying 8014 1207 acres near Maiden for subdivision plans at around 16,000 dollars. Multiple lot transfers and right of way deeds involving Kanawha and Elk districts were recorded, with several sums shown as cash or unspecified consideration.

Fune South Charleston H. B. Brightwell W. O. Abney Davis Creek Doctor Dunn George Ort Maiden Burning Springs C. L. Dawson Mose Pushkin Bercymore Davis Creak James Kay Lesie Hanshaw Slaughters Creek T. B. Shaffin Anderson Hy, Brown Lewhye The Consolidated Realty Company Madison Rhodes Elf Mountain View Kanawha Hauer Healsy Arthur Walign Fenghyn Park Jefferson Elk District Albert FE. Ducns Erre K. Youn West Virginia Big Sandy Willam Viragginia Road Commission Cabin Creek Ise George Bowen West Virginia Road Commission Mark Young West Virevile Road Commission Robert M. Jones West Virginia, Road Commission Bile Sandy J. A. McCormick EF. M. Finisy M.miller H. C. Miller Ktgek & Vandalla George White A. F England Town of Elk H. Li Hove Town of Fort Hill Kanawha County Court London Eskins Kenowha Jessie Posus Roseville Jefeferson Dunbar Land Company J. L. Goans Dunbar Helena Company Andrew Patterson Les Bentley Lewo-Tracti Coopers Creek Ells Edens H.W. Rock Virginia Lee Bentley Elz

Automobile Wreck Injures Three Near Subdivision Road

A touring car skidded on a slippery hard surface road and overturned injuring Burgess, Hatcher, and Boggess. Passengers were extricated and rushed to a state hospital. traffic was halted about an hour while wreckage was cleared. Boggess is described as most seriously injured and unmarried, employed at the Kelly Axe factory.

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