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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1926

Page

8

Havighurst Raps Disregard of Law at Kiwanis Meeting

Rev C Te Havighurst warned of a menace to U S civilization a lack of respect for authority and public trust at a Kiwanis gathering He decried dishonesty in public office and the use of money in politics urging citizens to uphold the Declaration of Independence and the nation’s civil liberty while acknowledging faults to be addressed by all Americans.

America Inc C Te Revnghuret D.D Kiwanla Club Spencer Anji Geozee Mathas Aigh Aigh' Old Amaaiclan Vocallat Birt G. W. Sather Healden Bey Freleht Faten Kanawha Etarn Warn Agit Havicauret Dar Rand Patr Atocet Avery Inka Ian Lam Villa Atraet England Germany

One Eyed Jim Charged in Petty Larceny Case

In Potte Court Judge O F H Bobbitt set bond at twenty dollars for One Eyed Jim on a petty larceny charge. The article notes Maggie Thedra may testify again, while Maxgle Rhodes declines to comment and predicts the suspect may return to stealing.

Tessa Markle Aintor Maxgle Rhodes Ganette Ito Monsy Bobbitt Maggie Thedra Jim

Four bombs exploded in capital market injuring several

Police pursue conspirators after four bombs were thrown in the market place of the capital tonight. Three exploded injuring bystanders, with authorities urgently seeking those responsible.

Paris Sofis

Ten Years of Suffering From Stomach Trouble Ended

A testimonial claims May's preparation removes mucus from the intestinal tract and reduces inflammation causing stomach and bowel ailments. The ad promises relief or a full refund and lists C. A. Potter field's Mexall stores and druggists as sellers.

Addy May C. A. Potterfield Mexall Ady

West Side presses bridge club move amid public support

West Side Business Association plans a July 23 meeting to formalize efforts for building a bridge across the Kanawha River. Officials say city and Kanawha County authorities back public action and will support a referendum or other mechanism to fund construction, with public discussion and planning outlined for immediate execution.

Business Men's Association Kanawha River West Side Kanawha Gnans Clation Linden Gratercas Frente Dent Leroy Swinburn Frat Viet Aa. Ho Spencer M. J. Slanpingaveres Vaty J. J. Jomen Neaiatunt Anary Samuel Marlins George W. Quick Ali Swinburn Jones Mr Spencer In Quick

Free asthma and hay fever remedy offer solicitations

An advertisement promises a free trial of a method to control asthma and hay fever for all ages and climates. It urges readers with chronic asthma or hay fever to mail a coupon and mentions no payment or postage, targeting those unhappy with inhalers and patent medicines.

Epworth League to Hold Box Supper Friday Evening

Logan notes a box supper hosted by the Epworth League of Neighbort Memorial Church Friday July 2 at 6 o'clock in the church basement. Local visitors and residents travel plans are noted, with several citizens scheduling trips to Crown City Ohio Greanaborco N T and Clatinnath Florida for visits. Blair Mountain park project and Democratic headquarters move noted amid local civic activity.

Logan Epworth League Sremorial Mina Glaudys Claynool Crown City Ohio W. A. Buchanan Greanaborco N. Tl Hing Relativen Trienda Misa Jranstte Sayer Clatinnath Ahe Ore Tandy Fla Anemd Enxrl Stona Wallo Burg We. Crutcher Ira. von Techy United Ming Workers

Alleged Slayer Is Returned to State

Hort Tilteon a negro was returned to Charleston from Columbus yesterday morning to answer murder at the coming term of Ti arteredlute court. He is charged with shooting Robert Wade Jones to death in Kanawhe City on November 1 1925. The defendant, about 34 years old, disappeared after the fatal shooting and was hunted until captured by Columbus police. Roms Mitchell, an officer for the Chesapeake and Ohio railway, brought him back to Charleston and he awaits county job. It was said he admitted the shooting but claimed self defense. He was indicted by the January grand jury and faces murder charges.

Hort Tilteon Chariexton Columbus Yeater Frank Hardetta Columbus Roms Mitchell Otticer Chesapeake Ohio Ratlroyd Charleston Yeater Huteon

Nitro News Roundup of Socials and Local Notes

Ridge Sire and Mrs Kesinbotham hosted a Sunday bridge gathering at their home with two tables. The Charleston tennis match Monday saw Nitro players Eddie Mack, Clark, Aruuckte, Jallen, and Law lose 4-2 to Charles Co. Residents and visitors, including former Nitro residents Kathryn and Ellen, called on Dr. Law at West Virginia University. Mrs Lyon returned from a Columbus visit with her nephew. Mrs Ward Lawrence of Kanawha City guests of Mrs J T Le Dens. Grace Woody of Lynchburg to stay with Amelin Sylvester for two weeks. Mountain State Hospital guest Mrs D W Akers Monday evening. Cecil Lummo of Nineteenth Street visiting his mother and brother-in-law in Knomer. Mrs Soe Padden greeting friends in Charleston. Cecil Corte inpatient at Charleston hospital improving. Mrs Hermer Salvador and a small son housebound with severe colds. Mr Freeman and son Dann of St Albans visiting Nitro Monday. Mr and Mrs J E Cato of Carbondale guests of parents Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Lyons and child of Carbondale recent visitors. Virginia Lee Wints recovering after Monday procedure.

Personne Morrill Stelaten Kathyrn Eilon Nitro Dr. Law Medial West Virginia Univeraltyy Atrs Lyon Columbia Ohio Mra Ward Lawrence Kanawha City JT. le Dens Sith Street Charlotte Grace Woody Lynchburg Amelin Sylvester Bnd Bre We Skaggs Mikio Charleston Mountain State Hospital Che Guest Stra Wiliam Riccard Knomer W. Va Soe Padden Nineteenth Street Cecil Corte Hermer Salvador Hit. Freeman Small Sum Dann St. aAlbana

Kanaawa Valley Hospital Nurse Graduation and Talk

The 1921 Kanawha Valley hospital nurse graduates were celebrated with former U S Senator Whitlam Chilton delivering the principal address. Misss Nad Durie Edetta Ann Russell and Slaw Aces Kathleen Thontss received diplomas as the ceremony featured music and a reception with graduates escorted by Kanawha Valley Training School undergraduates.

The Kanawha Valley Hospital Nald Durie Scotland Edetta Ann Russell Hinton Slaw Kathleen Thontss Oak 310 United Winter Whitlam &. Chilton Worance Nightingale Inslow- Ingeria Misa Anna Holster Chilton Sinn Munsell Kanawha Valley Training School Start

Bridge Expert To Arrive Saturday In Kanawha County

A New York bridge expert, part of Hobison and Steinman, is expected in Charleston next Saturday to consult with Kanawha county court and Mayor Wertz on whether to build a new Kanawha River bridge or repair the South Side bridge. The engineer Halton D. Robinson’s report cites defects needing immediate remedy and says the bridge cannot be expanded to carry more traffic. repairs must be done at once, though cost estimates are not provided. The visit was delayed but likely to occur, with general talks of funding and who should bear the cost, city or county, depending on citizen demand and priority.

Kanawha County Court Iake Tha Initiel Mt Mtating Owas Alephin Rumimantity American Express Hobison and Steinman New York Charleston Kanawha William W. Wertz Kanawha River South Side Hnginear Halton D. Robinson Embrut Iin Pergon IL Wan Omer Given Kanawhe Iedlon

FESS FARM CREDITS Debate and amendments in Senate

The senate debated farm credit measures with penalties up to 10000 dollars or a year in jail. Curtis amendments failed as did other substitutes including rate controls and railroad pricing limits on farm products. The cooperative marketing bill was passed in a pared down form with few senators present.

Tate One Imipaly Curtis Qutate Robinson Mayfeld Ifert Democrat Georgia Interstate Commerce ‘and Shipping Board Ator Bruce Marylan Ilcass South Carolina Senate

Death, Celebrations, and Local Happenings in Beckley News Str

News from Beckley centers on the death of Mrs. Cora Fickle of Baltimore with relatives traveling from this city to Marion, Virginia for services. Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Garvin are noted in detail. A planned Fourth of July celebration includes parade, pageant, ball game, and a high school band performance. Various social events and visitors are listed, including gatherings at Grandview and visits from out-of-town guests.

Gorm Fickle Cora Fickle Baltimore Jack Pickia Paul D. Picble Marion Dickie Durlal Starion

Change Course at Elk View School

Announcement by HH F Anderson principal reveals Elk View High will shift to a six year course joining junior and senior programs under one administration. Transportation via train and motor boat free next term where possible. New and retained staff listed with several joins from West Virginia university and nearby colleges. The Anderson family plans a two month vacation with six weeks at a university before the September opening.

HH. F. Anderson Elk Diatrict Menting Board of Education of the Diatrict Elk View Papua Reon Ida B. Smith Gertrude Doues Fon Spencer A. E A. SL Sferletta College KL. van Horn West Virginia University Victor Tronella A .B Pannayivania Wiite Ars Anderson Atate Ad Silnn Kane Europe Septembrr Apancer

School News and Upcoming Exams Highlight District Plans

A summary from the school section notes Mr Tranme has earned recognition in science research. Summer session ends with exams today and tomorrow open to all wishing to enter high school next year. The Board of Education plans three new school buildings at strategic district points.

Achool Athletice Tranme Ummer Achool Board of Education

Haberland case on alien property returns cited by owner

The article covers Haberland’s success in reclaiming alien property after wartime seizures. Haberland, now head of a New York based manufacturing firm, condemns the process as arduous but expresses satisfaction with the outcome. He notes delays, fees, and the eventual grant of his claim on October 22, 2051, while praising agents as courteous.

America Germany Miller Haberland Uni~ Vversat Haberland Manufacturing Company Pack Place New York Ned ‘Thyrnton Inter

Drastic Decrees To Improve Finances In Rome

Ete A Rome reports drastic decrees to improve finances as Italy faces an eight billion lira deficit. Measures include longer working day and hour, restrictions on newspapers, bans on new bars and night resorts, limits on extravagant private houses, and a planned mix of gasoline with alcohol after November 1. Government aims cut prices on iron, cement, bricks, and planters, and aid to open cheap food canteens. An economist is to study feasibility of flour wheat mixing.

Rome Italy Agnesig Min

Elliott Bound Over on Murder Charge

In St Petensburg June 29 E M Elliott wealthy promoter was bound over to the grand jury under bond of 20 000 after the district attorney said there was no possibility of conviction on murder in the first degree The DA said he would pursue a conviction for manslaughter rather than murder.

Road Fight Goes To Court Over State Route Plan

Petitioners led by A Belcher ask West Virginia Supreme Court to overturn a Circuit Judge order blocking the road commission from building a disputed route. They contend the Heckwith Cotton Main road plan fails to serve their district and seek a higher court ruling.

State Road Commission Beckwith Road Supreme Court Kelly Arthur P. ‘Udaon West Virginia Supreme, Court A. Belcher

Deficiency Bill Passed by House in Tight Vote

The House approved the second deficiency appropriation bill, routing it to the Senate. The measure provides 14.4 million for a new public building project and 686,760 to hire 308 dry agents, amid fights to modify or strip enforcement provisions. Representatives Tyding and Boylan led unsuccessful efforts to alter or repeal parts of the bill.

Wabwington House Senate Damocrat Boylan Damnocrat I York Glillivan Massxoburg Andrews

Graduation at Kanawha Saines Presbyterian Church

Graduation exercises for the daily vacation Bible school at Kanawha Saines Presbyterian Church Nalden will be held at 8 o'clock this evening. Superintendent Getty Thompson leads the program with Mrs CG Dickinwohl in charge of primary departments. Rev. C H Garrison serves as pastor.

Kanawha Saines Presbyterian Church Nal Den Getty Thompson

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