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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1932

Page

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Logan Official's Wife Under Police Scrutiny In Mountain Slaying

Mrs. Harry Roterteen wife of the Logan city commission president faces police scrutiny in the Trace mountain murder case. Investigators note her jealousy and nervousness while questions continue about her possible involvement as they probe a bloodstain along the path to an old cabin and grips on the mystery surrounding the log cabin scene.

Logan Harry Roterteen Logan City Thurman Robert Thurman Logan Poiceman Trace Mountain Robertson Roverteca Wourder Megre Omrence Mephrusch Weteerwon Memtber Ammott F. Sepags Ner Bergt Streagia Polices Calin

Woman Collapses Again on Stand in Courtroom Testimony

During a tense cross examination, Mrs. Be Merre sobbed as she denied allegations of intimate misconduct and recounted past affairs with men including Hutton and evangelist Aimee McPrereen. The trial features persistent questioning by chief defense counsel Mark Joven as Jones probes deeply into personal relationships.

David L. Hurte Huree Magar Beers Be. Merre Mark Joven Jones Bar Ie Duewe Hutton Aimee McPrereen Lynn-In

Confederate Vets Refuse Invitation to Meet Yankees

In Richmond, United Confederate veterans named General Homer Atkinson of Petersburg and Dr. William Dancy of Savannah as their emeritus commanders for 1933. They rejected a proposal to invite the Grand Army of the Republic, and the motion was defeated amid a chorus of dissension led by General Harry E. Lee and General Will Harden who urged inviting first.

Richmond United Confederate Veterans Homer T. Atkinson Petersburg William Dancy Savannah Emer Ste Grand Army of the Republic Harry Erne Lee Nashville Atkinson Willa Harden Georgia Veterans

Gordon Pays Federal Fine

J Raymond Gordon paid a $100 federal fine to the court clerk yesterday after a circuit court order dismissed his appeal as meritless. Judge Parker ruled the appeal was without merit and Gordon had not diligently prosecuted it, choosing jail over payment before his wife secured bail.

J. Raymond Gordon George W. McClintic Mire. Gordon United States Circuit Court of Appeals John J. Parker Appeals Court Thas Gordon Jordan Mkilees Gordon

Court House To Undergo Cleaning In Kanawhs County

A cleaning drive started at the Kanawhs County Court House led by Pearl Poteet, welfare secretary, to purge years of grime. Five workers per day over two weeks will scrub floors and corridors, aiming to provide temporary jobs and restore a tidier government space.

Kanawhs County Court House Flere Pearl Poteet Welfare Department Iran Bo Mien Yeasterday

Senate Passes Huge Jobless Relief Bill in Senate

The Senate approved a $62.3 billion unemployment relief package to fund food and work programs for jobless Americans and boost industry. The measure advances to conference with the House to resolve differences, with a likely veto by President Hoover anticipated.

Senate Washington House Hoover Garner Howe White House Heavier

Beer Disputes Roil Democratic Platform Committee

Chicago report says the Democratic platform committee organized on a provisions basis and opened routine business after Roosevelt and anti Roosevelters clashed briefly. Prohibition farm relief tariff and unemployment facts dominate hearings slated for tomorrow and the next day.

Chicago Democratic Platform Committee Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt Cajcon Alfred B. Smith Smith Teckers Lync Pita William Gibbs McAdoo California Platform William Alfalfe Bi

Combustible Signs Ordered Removed in City by July 5

City issues order by Mayor R. P. DeVan to remove combustible signs and banners by July 5. Signage painted on cloth or inflam mable wood to be replaced with fireproof materials under city building and fire codes. Officials say bold, unsafe displays have damaged the city’s appearance and sparked complaints at city hall.

Charleston Uoder May R. P. DeVan Vishora M. Mann

Police and Vets Enter Stalemate in Bonus Army Standoff

Washington reports a stalemate as police and veterans’ leaders prepare a campaign to evacuate thousands of World War I veterans to their homes. Brig. Gen. Glassford urged evacuation from government buildings while National Commander Waters vowed to stay and endure hunger.

Washington Orea Pelham D. Glassford Azores Glassford W. Waters Bonus Army Glasaford Becau

Louisiana Women In Bitter Fight For National Delegation

Chicago dispatch details a fierce split in Louisiana politics over Huey Long influence. A woman seeks a national convention seat as factions back and challenge Long aligned delegates. The report highlights governors' wives and prominent Louisiana socialites amid party credentials battles.

Chicago Louisiana Natoral Huey Long Port of Nations Long Daugh John DB. Ewing New Orleans Ledieg Rubin G. Pleasent John M. Parker J. Y. Sanders Thornes A. Parker Beaste Foster Penick Murphy J. Fosser Gladys Areareas Natchitoches Creme de la Creme Creale Aleter Marie Gladys Foxe

U S Delegates Engage In Disarmament Talks In Geneva

Geneva June 23 Delegates at the American disarmament conference showed mild frustration as Hoover s plan to cut world arms by about one third was sidetracked In private talks the British French and American delegates shifted to France s budget based reduction idea The French hinted Paris would accept more security if the United States backed Senator Claude A Swanson s plan to authorize presidential consultation with powers in a potential international emergency

Geneva Hoover France Terdpee Wan Paris United States Claude A. Swanson Washington United

John J Thayer Dies at 65 in Local Hospital

John J Thayer died after months of illness in a local hospital. He leaves his widow Mrs Martha Thayer a son John H Thayer a brother John Thayer and four sisters Mrs B C Kirker Miss Harriet Thayer Mrs C K Mills and Mrs David G Patterson. Funeral at First Presbyterian church Saturday conducted by Rev Ernest Champeon D D with burial at Spring Hill cemetery.

Sohnamen Thayer Mney Martha ©. Thayer John H Thayer John, Thayer B.C. Kirker Harriet Thayer Catlettburg C. K. Mills David G. Patterson Charaxtonville First Presbyterian Church Ernest Champeon D. D Spring Hill Cemetery Daniel Pritch Cal

Attorney General to Speak at Washington Dedication Ceremony

Howard B. Lee will be a principal speaker at the dedication of the old Booker T. Washington home site in Maiden of Booker V Washington. The event is hosted by the West Virginia State Federation of Colored Women's clubs with attendees from across the state. Dr. Cutler G. Woodson and Dr. John W. Davis will also speak, with Mrs A L Spaulding presiding. The ceremony, at the site of Washingtons boyhood home, will include a special reduced bus fare from Charleston.

Maiden of Booker V, Washington Howard B. Lee West Virginia State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs Bas Charleston Mra. A. L Washington Esveral Peer

State Board Cuts School Salaries Across Education System

The State Board of Education ordered a 10 to 20 percent salary reduction for faculty and staff at state educational institutions, effective July 1, affecting all colleges except West Virginia University. The plan sets 19 percent for $1,200 to $7,000 earners, 13 percent for $2,000 to $3,500, and 90 percent for salaries above $3,000. The decision followed the summer meeting amid textbook contract disputes and opposition from Tax Commissioner TF C Townsend, who vowed to oppose the adoption.

State Board of Education TF. C. Townsend West Virginia University Ite Board of Governore

France and Germany discuss a Franco German alliance

Chancellor Vou Papen and French leaders moved toward a Franco German alliance to end European enmity. Britain and France reportedly agreed on four reparations points guiding future payments while seeking security assurances. Papen urged cooperation and joint action to ease disarmament and European tensions.

Oy Teeaiotebee France Germany Prens Vou Papen Europe Frances Iter Stopiai Paul Washington Rhineland

Official computation shows Roosevelt leading in early returns

Chicago dispatch reports Alfred Smith issuing a statement on first ballot totals with Governor Roosevelt at 70 votes in one count and 148 votes doubtful. State tallies include Connecticut 11 Massachusetts 36 New Jersey 32 Pennsylvania 34 Rhode Island 10 Puerto Rico 4 Catal Zone 6 totaling 138. Indiana 39 Minnesota 24 New York 94 bring 148. Briegates instructed the facoritr fond 288.

Chicago Orr Alfred BR. Smith Hoswivelt New York Lear Searth Roosevelt Smith Connecticut Muanachusetta New Jersey Pennsylvante Rhode Island Porto Rico Catal Zone

Women Testify In Stock Probe Report

Prominent women investors testified before the banking committee accusing Wall Street methods of fraud and manipulation. Grace Van Braams Roberts and Mia Ann Gushee described losses, alleged stock swaps, and calls for federal oversight. They named Hayden Stone and company and Richard Whitney, urging action to discipline brokers and protect customers.

Washington Cemote Banking Committee Wall Street New York Exchange Grace van Braams Roberts Highland Mia Ann Gushee Cheyenne Continental Denver Office of Oils Andj Company Carey Wyo New Tote Stock Exchange Whitney Richard Whitney Mise Roberts Atlantic Gulf and West Indies Hayden, Stone and Company New ‘York The Stock Exchange Miss Roberts Richard Hoyt Heyden, Stone and Company Abs Pease

Adele Astaire Bows Before King and Queen at Buckingham

Adele Astaire, once part of the Fred and Adele team, attended the season’s third court at Buckingham Palace. She appeared as a debutante of notable status, honored by the queen, with the event highlighting British material among the debutantes.

Adele Astaire Buckingham Palace Fred Charles Cavendish Yall

New York and Indiana Hold Key to Democratic Candidacy

A United Press survey shows Roosevelt's path to the Democratic nomination hinges on New York and Indiana delegates. Roosevelt could win with 609 pledged votes, while anti Roosevelt forces claim 587 votes, with several delegates still unpledged.

New York Indiana Morrin de Haven Tracy United Preasy Chicago United Prewe Tomiant Banoya Averita Sens Boomrvatt Lota Roosevelt United Prose Ita Rodenwalt W ‘York Ely Mrengen Dred Asverity

Roosevelt forces push to end two thirds nominating rule

In Chicago on June 23 AP reports Rooseveltbacked strategy to abolish the century old two thirds nominating rule. Alfred E. Smith and other opponents offered brief comments as Byrd Virginia governor promised a statement tomorrow. party factions study precedents and the convention’s plans.

Chicago Roosevelt Alfred E. Smith Imer Harry F. Byrd Virginia Italia Jesus Sss Actien Ite Momemre Acetone Wheeler Montana Dil Washington Te Wax Pater Hull Tesnesme Sonia Svart Linge Roossvelt Frank Hague Jersey AL Smith Roosevalt

Banking Group Pledges Cautious Lending Policy

Washington reports the Banking and Industrial Committee of the Fifth Federal Reserve District pledges a moderate and liberal attitude toward worthy borrowers. The plan includes local advisory committees across Virginia Maryland West Virginia and the District of Columbia to assist with mortgage and loan securities and address foreclosure concerns.

Washington Fifuh Federal Reserve Giatrict Busicgs Virginia Meryland Weal Virginie Nort Bertiecawibe Dietresa Holter Atetendance Maryland Charlee M. Cobn Baltimore West Virginia H. B. Lewis Baukes Charteston

Hoover Airs Disarmament Plan On Wrong Day

Beverly Ayes and Jane Catt report Mr. Hoover announced a disarmament program but addressed it on the wrong day. The New York plan drew attention, while boxing news and related commentary overshadowed the event.

Hoover Will Beverly Ayes Jane Boxing Communion Mae Fehmeling Max Marie Clene Olympic Bell

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