23 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1930
Page
1
An official inquiry examines accusations of illegality amid a beauty contest. Several contestants allege irregularities prompting investigators to review conduct, election procedures, and eligibility standards as authorities assess potential violations.
An investigation into a prior accident will proceed with newly reviewed details. Officials in charge reaffirm commitment to uncover all facts while coordinating with relevant agencies.
A mob killed Dan Jenkes of Beaufort after he was identified by two white women from the Santuica community as the attacker. Guards arrived 30 minutes late, and Jenkes was buried in a pauper’s grave in the county poor tub.
Washington reports say administration men accuse stock market slumps of being manipulated to discredit tariff, arguing the House and Senate will rally to defend the act. Klein and Hoover praise the tariff commission’s larger role in handling foreign complaints under the new law.
Berlin reports Graf Zeppelin landed safely at Staaken after an eventful arrival from Hamburg. Several officers and 31 passengers disembarked as the airship briefly rose during a chaotic attempted takeoff and accident cleanup.
Chicago police intensify hunt for four fugitives tied to a Michigan Avenue killing of Lingle. Key suspect James Faray identified by witnesses as the shooter who fled across a congested boulevard. Others named are Frank Faster Bimac Gorman and Frankie Novo, with Forsythe also mentioned. Authorities confirm the escalation of the case and ongoing manhunt.
A man claimed as William Emest Cordray, 31, was nabbed in New York on a vagrancy charge after a policeman doubted his resemblance to the Queens killer. Cordray, who says he studied law and kept copious notes, was found with winter coats and claimed to have designed a quiet life to avoid danger. Authorities remain wary of a hoax by the elusive killer known as 3X, while continuing the hunt and awaiting further developments.
Washington June 22 The naval treaty faces a Senate fight after the foreign relations committee moves to report it favorably. Johnson California Republican leads the opposition promising to press for a special session, while Stimson rebuts demands for publication of secret papers. Opposition cites cruiser building shifts and Japan’s rising ratio as risks to U S policy in the Pacific.
Morgantown June 22 four men were arrested in a retreat near Morgantown as part of a raid on a store robbery ring. Police stated several thefts in Monongalia and Preston counties in recent months may be solved with the arrests and recovered goods were reported.
The Rev. Hector D. Frame urges Christians to develop all potential powers for good in a sermon titled Development a Demand of Christianity. He cites a college graduate who learns to study and work, warns against bench warming, and urges Christians to grow in grace and knowledge rather than waste their lives. The message, printed in The Gazette, calls for action and dedication to their father's business.
ENGLEWOOD New Jersey June 22 AP a son was born today to Charles A Lindbergh and Anne Morrow. The infant delivered at the Yarrow home of Mrs Lindberghs father weighed seven pounds three ounces. Details were withheld though hospital doctors aided the birth and the parents plan to shield information about guardians and marriage. The event occurred on Mrs Lindberghs birthday prompting wide interest and speculation on the childs name.
Fortney announced the state road commission bought a plot near the state capital for 943000 to manufacture automobile license plates. The plant, to be ready in two to three months, aims to cut transport costs and centralize production and distribution from Nitro. The 1 acre site was bought from Central Trust Company, tied to a seven year old transfer from Virginian Electric. Critics say price was high, but estimates show a profit of about 10000 to the sellers.
Washington reports the House will focus next week on the rivers and harbors omnibus bill valued at 642 million and a veterans unemployment measure, aiming for adjournment in the first week of July. Dempsey plans to seek Senate concurrence on amendments, increasing the waterways bill by about 24.6 million as it lobbies for economic waterway transport and job relief despite treasury deficits.
In Newport, Kentucky, three people died from asphyxiation due to fumes from a 9,500 gallon still in the home of August Remenowsky. Victims were August Remenowsky, 39. Matilde Remenowsky, 38. and Anthony Sengelback, 39, a former Newark police officer. The bodies were found by a girl the morning after the incident, with the coroner noting the deaths occurred around 1:89 this morning.
In New Haven Connecticut thousands watched in horror as Raymond C. Spang a World War veteran, killed his wife and four children by driving them to a cliff and hurling them to their deaths. He then climbed down the rock and sat two hours before leaping to his own death, after a dramatic stand with a fire crew.
Rear Admiral Richard Evelyn Byrd, known as Dick, arrived in Winchester after nearly two years abroad in the Antarctic. A quiet, thankful homecoming followed a city service at Handley High Stadium where residents honored his loyalty and achievements with a hand engraved bow from Mayor Brock.
Secretary Mellon said the treasury holds 100,000 at the Geme on June 28 pending funds for World War veterans. The figure is weakly supported by a market estimate of 102000,090. He noted a planned debt reduction, but stressed the policy remains sound and sustained through the year.
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