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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1925
Page
1
Officials plan a three day inaugural program with a parade and ceremonies at the capitol annex. Invitations were mailed to citizens as preparations focus on the new executive, with details finalized for the event and coverage by reporters.
Fragmentary text reports a 1920 congress related event involving Mr. John Aeon in Oklahoma. Mentions House attire and lower communities. Incomplete details hinder full reconstruction of who defeated whom and timeline surrounding an inaugural Wednesday.
Secretary Weeks faced questioning about charges leveled by General Mitchell and accused others of intruding on war and navy affairs. Weeks denied wrongdoing, asserted he would not discuss the matter with the President, and defended ongoing testing while avoiding further commentary on Mitchell’s appointment.
The FTC recommended dissolution of Standard Oil affiliates in a Senate-delivered report to President Hoover. The commission warned that former Standard units in New Jersey California Kentucky and Indiana threaten market control. Independent firms closely linked to Standard allegedly influence price levels and impede competition. Senator Trammell urged prompt action while Senator Moses sought to delay release to avoid disrupting ongoing investigations and warned firms would be placed on notice.
Workmen digging a water wall for four local brick works near Parkerburg strike the finest anthracite coal vein. The discovery occurs around 3 o clock as a crude drilling rig is set, with plans to mine for fuel to power local plants. The vein is described as the largest known in the area and could boost West Virginia coal output.
Attorney T A Viadiergrad said he would aid the city by cooperating with the avowed action of women's organizations in Huntington as they pursue a move. He called the groups ambitious and said the statute supports action, while noting the magazine issue and interorganizational concerns in the city.
Berlin observes national mourning after President Friedrich Ebert dies from complications following an appendectomy. Flags at half mast, a period of national sorrow, and a planned state funeral mark Germany's response as crowds gather in streets and public spaces. The late leader guided the republic through turbulent early postwar years.
In Russia alcohol consumption rises among women and children, with most of the drinking occurring at home. The internal revenue report notes women drink more than men, and many instances involve home brewed vodka. Officials consider prohibition already failing as vodka retains strong demand despite limits.
J J Paquet dies at his Shinnston home after a long illness. Surviving: his wife Pauly. two sons Arifgr and Ay AL. a daughter Maud and Mrs. Rush. Magued Glew Co of Leity, and Teaveth films company named in obituary. Funeral arrangements announced.
The message describes a major earthquake striking the northeastern United States and Canada, with tremors lasting several minutes and felt from New York to Toronto. Reports note buildings swaying, theaters evacuated, and alerts in major centers like New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Boston.
A consortium of Sylndied i WiloenL businessmen seeks 100,001 acres of lituminous coal lands in Logan County West Virginia at about $80 million. Delegations from Logan County and Crucible Steel of America visited and discussed terms, with no party identified as purchaser. Developments may affect several properties and local holdings. reports suggest the price could exceed $50 million and involve major coal interests in the region.
Washington reports President Coolidge signed the postal pay and rate increase bill after a rushed White House reception. The measure enacts about 200 dollars yearly in postal salaries and raises center rates by April 15, with a joint congressional committee to study further revisions. The bill also includes a campaign funds rider limiting expenditures by congressional candidates.
Harvard defeated Cornell 59 1 2 to 39 1 6 and Dartmouth 27 in the sixth indoor triangular meet. Soapy Walter and Eddie Hugeerty led Harvard’s first events, while Kinman Norton competing as Georgetown student set a carnival relay record. John Stheles of Nebraska scored 46.4 points. Nurmi dominated the national AAU meet with a 4 mile time signaling a new record.
In Warhington on Web 28 Senator Borah Republican from Idaho opposed a pay raise for senators and representatives. The vote to suspend a rule stalled consideration of an amendment linked to a deficiency appropriation bill. The body did not approve the additional pay increase rider attached to the bill.
The report describes a probe pressuring the Capitol to complete a contracted project. Officials and committee members are involved, with calls for timely action and accountability. The article notes the probe’s focus on progress, funding, and oversight, outlining potential next steps.
A Charleston hearing outlines a state capitol expansion plan with an estimated 5.0 million to 5.4 million dollar range, proposing second wing completion and financing by bonds or taxes. The committee also previews a future university building program at Morgantown over seven years, aiming to cover essential facilities and avoid new structures for decades.
Governor E F Morgan requested the Gazette be delivered to his new Capitol Street residence this morning. The request reached the office too late for changes, but imperial carriers will deliver to the governor’s doorstep so he can read the paper by morning.
David Runion, 43, sentenced to hang for assault on his 14 year old granddaughter, may have his death sentence commuted to life imprisonment. Appeals and petitions, signed by local lawyers and legislators, urge Governor Morgan to act, with Gov elect Gore to decide after taking office.
Denver news reports Dr. T. K. Blazer, a physician, poisoned his daughter and attempted suicide, leaving a note about not being a burden. Investigators cite motives of mercy versus fear of charity. Hazel Blazer, 2, was mentioned. the doctor lingered in hospital as efforts to save her continued. In other updates, Charles B. Wenzen sworn in as senator from Washington succeeding Medill McCormick who died Wednesday. Wenzen won Republican primary last spring and takes seat in the next Congress.
In Greensboro North Carolina February a sculptor tied to vandalism of the Stone Mountain Confederate memorial faces malay and misdemeanor charges. He was arrested tonight at a county home near Raleigh a few hours after authorities located him. A Durham editor reported the case and said Cameron received a direct telephone reply from Belgium at his home.
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