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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1927

Page

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Delay Hearing On Marshall Professors Controversy

The board of education plans a possibly delayed hearing for Marshall College professors White and Selvage amid a heated dispute with college leadership. State Superintendent Ford says hearings may be postponed if President Shawkey proceeds with his western trip, with sessions kept behind closed doors if held.

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Pillie Willis Rubs Nose With Paper Freckles Comment

Fragmentary note shows Pillie Willis claiming rubbing nose with paper hides freckles. Source appears garbled with stray characters and publishing marks. No clear date or full context available.

Lindbergh to Head Great Passenger Carrying Air Line

Lindbergh heads toward leading roles in forming a national passenger air transport system backed by aviation figures like Ravens Bixby Mayo Coffin and Henninger. Aiming to link New York to Chicago then to the Pacific, the plan hinges on Lindbergh's public announcement after closed-door conferences.

Lindbergh United States Universal Review Washington Chutes A. Aindbergh toAuepert Harry Balent Wiliam B. Mayo Harold Bixby Casey Jones Howard Coffin William B. Robert Chester W. Cuthell Paul Benerson Lindy Ase America Ppasstger Gir Pas ‘Senger Harry Ravens Wiliam B. Robert Con Lewis Paris New York Cale Cago Pacifica Etestan Eset Mid-West Eath

Will Rogers Describes Odd Mail From Fans

In a letter from Los Angeles dated June 24, Will Rogers jokes about readers sending telegrams and letters. He notes people think he is tough on others and jokes about being sewn up with meat and hay in a fence ball. He signs as the "howling mayor" in a humorous, self deprecating tone.

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Miners Near Drowning as Mine Floods at Rosedale

In Winona West Virginia on June 24 a flood from the Blume mine sent thousands of gallons into the Rosedale mine of the Maryland New River Coal Company. About 150 miners were trapped as water rose, but authorities freed all workers to the surface. Damages ran into thousands, and the Rosedale mine will be closed temporarily for water removal and repairs.

Winona W. Va Rosedale Maryland-New River Coal Company Blume New River Export Smokelésa Goal Company Maine

Plane crash kills traveler and injures pilot near Pottsville

James Fheeters Walxar of St Louis heir to a 85 million estate died in a crash while James Lambert owner pilot of Lambert Pharmaceutical Co St Louis was injured. Both men had just graduated from Princeton University and were returning home when engine trouble forced an attempted landing. The plane fell 200 feet into a grain field wounding Walker who died at the scene. Lambert crawled from the wreck and was treated, not seriously hurt.

Lambert Walker Jiampert

Narrow Escape in Springton Fire Destroys Buildings

June 24 two men escaped death when a blaze ravaged a community welfare building and a supply house in Springton. The Kingston Pocahontas Con Company owned the two destroyed structures. The fire threatened the town and caused extensive damage to local property.

Bluefield Ettire Springton Kingston Pocahontas Con Company

Greenville Burns Back to Life After Floods and Growth Hopes

Greenville Mississippi prepares for tourist season as floodwaters recede. Workmen repair streets and homes while roads are rebuilt and a bridge connects to Arkansas. The American Legion convention begins June 28 with over a thousand delegates housed in refugee camps. The cotton crop will be planted thinly this year and a mixed crop of sorghum and grain is planned. The Chatahona train service resumes around July 16 after a long shutdown with river transport in effect.

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Union Mines in Pennsylvania to Close on July 1

Central Pennsylvania coal field mines will close July 1 after failed wage talks. About 12,000 to 16,000 miners face idleness as operators reject a 16 to 20 percent wage cut. The Jacksonville agreement expired March 31, with no new contract in place.

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Smith Encounters New Complications in Flight Start

In San Francisco June 74 new complications threaten to delay Ernest Smith of San Francisco and Captain Charles F. Carter of Los Angeles from their San Francisco to Honolulu top flight. Government airport access denied. court action possible. White F. Parkin to inspect the plane as Washinton approves a maiden by air corps pilots if weather permits.

San Francisco Ernest £. Smith San Pernoccisco Charles F. Carter Los Angeles San Francisco Honolulu Buckere Secretary of War E. G. Emmons Crinky Field

New Dry Chief After 'Em All

Washington June 24 Seymour Lowman newly appointed assistant secretary announced a broad federal crackdown on illegal liquor traffic. He outlined simultaneous actions against all dry law violators, tightening enforcement through the Prohibition Bureau and a revamped investigator force under W B Robinson. Lowman and Doran vowed full enforcement, shifting focus from large scale operations to comprehensive, nationwide policing as Andrews prepares to retire August 1.

Washington Prirat Seymour Lowman Rons Ena Jarea Y. Doran Hanches Lowman Internal Revenue Bureau United States Lincoln O. Andrews Doran W. B. Robinson Lincoln C. Andrews Andrews Eivil Nervice Izzy Moe Ray A. Haynes Dornio Teaning Lke Invest Bureau of Internal Revenue Men Today Lowmen Alting Ju Ton Dura Vaention Vermont

Recall Marines From Nicaragua

Navy orders withdrawal of 600 Marines from Nicaragua with Argonne to transport to Quantico Base. A second 400 men to San Diego, reducing total in Nicaragua to about 1,500 as conditions are evaluated for a third pullout.

Washington Nicomgua America Argonne Quantico Veitrine Nicaragua San Diego

Fight Ends Mutiny of Kansas Convicts at Ennaas Mine

In LANSOYO Kansas June 2 a brief underground clash among mutineers at the Ennaas penitentiary comb mine ended with the surrender of 28 leaders after 77 hours 720 feet below ground. About 70 men united against 50 leaders. several prisoners and guards were injured or overpowered during the battle.

Lansoyo Kansas Ennaas Comb Razoriog Charles 8. Hittman State Board of Administration Wnitimatum W. H. Mackey Charies- Nicholson Charles Hamlin Ead Aay

Death of Putnam County farmer Charles Vintroux

Charles E. Vintroux aged 78, a prominent Putnam County farmer and merchant, died suddenly yesterday at his home five miles below Winfield on the Kanawha river. No cause given. suspected due to the infirmities of age. A highly respected community figure, Vintroux traced strong French lineage and settled in Putnam after starting in Gallipolis, Ohio, and Scary. He remained active in local affairs and was widely known throughout the county.

Charles E. Vintroux Putnam Coune Ty Winfield Kanawha Vintror Prtnum County Vintroux Gallipolis Ohio Scary Putnam County Charles

Weather Delays Flight at Roosevelt Field New York

Despite early readiness the large monoplane remained grounded as Atlantic weather kept the craft from takeoff. Forecaster Starr warned of unlikely improvement for Sunday morning, with Byrd and crew awaiting clearer skies while officers observed a protracted delay.

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Prison Gates Close on Autremont Brothers in Oregon Hangings

In Salem Oregon on June 23 the Autremont brothers were executed by hanging after a 1933 Siskiyou mountain train holdup. Crowds in Ashland demanded justice following a sensational case, while Ray Autremont posed for a photo en route to the prison, hoping a shot would reach his wife at Hanging Rock. Meanwhile Pittsburgh miners win a labor case as the United Mine Workers secure a victory against eviction petitions from Terminal Coal Corporation.

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Miner’s Grudge Ends in Doctor’s Death in Homer City

In Homer City Pennsylvania, June 3 a repaired back from a seven year old mine accident led to tragedy. Joan Ammarian the miner who owed life to Dr Frank Filbe Moore shot the physician three times in the head then died of a self inflected wound after a car crash. Authorities believe Ammarian’s lingering grudge over a failed cure spurred the murder suicide. The doctor leaves a widow and six children. Ammarian’s identity is confirmed and a coroner’s jury convened.

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Pact With Japan May Be Outcome Of Geneva Meet

Reported notes at Geneva suggest a possible pact with Japan, with Saito believed to favor overtures. Discussions involve American and Japanese delegates, British input, and Washington records about tonnage limits and the scope of any final treaty.

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Mitten Withdraws Bank Merger Plan

The Mitten interests drop a proposed bank merger plan amid unclear figures. A court case references desertion and divorce actions, with dates and names cited in fragmented notes.

Mitten

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