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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1925
Page
7
Chicago May 14 Fire fighters at an underwriter laboratory lab study water protection, valves and 480 air sized components. Engineers test 39 foot hoses and large cranes to install gear for sprinkler systems. They design automatic heads that trigger alarms and city-wide fire alerts, with doors and ventilators for public buildings.
The article traces General Miles from his 1588 birth in Westminster Massachusetts to Civil War service, highlighting his early military leanings, supreme bravery at Antietam and Chancellorsville, and the Medal of Honor for distinguished gallantry. It notes his later World War I-era eagerness, and details family lineage, ancestry, and the Earned honors from Harvard Brown and Colby.
The biography traces General Nelson A. Miles from early service under field officers to major general. It covers his roles in the Civil War including Spotsylvania and Appomattox, his postwar command in Maryland Virginia and the Indian campaigns against the Cheyennes Sioux and Nez Perce. It notes his advocacy for humane policy toward Native peoples, irrigation ideas, clashes with administration leaders, late career in the United States army, authorship, and family.
Englishmen praise the jumper for versatile comfort and democratic style while detailing sleeve versions, front opening options, and cardigan silhouettes. The piece notes color, fabric, and pattern variety, advising buyers to match sweaters with golf stockings and prioritize quality over price.
Remarlhne af Plttshureh, president of Metafarturers Light and Mentoni, reported to the PRbT Service commission on the value of untied Fuel Gas pan MOE Diane a Selenco. He cited a \$20,000,000 valuation and described charges for gas delivered by United Fuel Gas and other firms. The discussion covered daily gas quantities, pipeline arrangements, and potential effects on leases and production across the territory, noting how geology and pressure might influence value.
Colonel Wiley argued the state cannot tax luxuries to fund a new capitol and roadwork. He warned deficits could derail improvements and stressed maintaining government while revenue shortfalls delay plans. The commission reported completed miles and proposed funds for titles and capital needs.
Trade board proceedings mention KK Madison Arnold Barnes and Newcomb as participants while a band plays and residents recall Mr Jahnmon. Major James presides and J Paul Heavener delivers a welcome address amid rehearsals and a train schedule from Hichwood to Charleston. Police protection offered to David Kirkwood is noted in a separate item. A Scottish fish quota figure of 25 000 dollars stands out in a London hosted event.
Washington 1932 celebration to mark two hundredth anniversary of George Washington born in Virginia. A national commission headed by President Coolidge’s ex-officio chair will direct events in Washington with aims to be spiritual and educational, highlighting Washington's contributions and future guidance. Notable appointees include Harvard president Lawrence Lowell and DAR president Anthony Wayne Cooke, among others.
The May 7 Associated Press report from Berlin notes that women’s voting influenced the presidential election outcome. It cites two reasons: concern over living costs and the desire for social independence, plus faith that prices would fall under Hindenburg. It also mentions two German youths rewarded for bravery in firefighting and details about Dutch painter Adri Lubbers, who became prominent after coming to America.
From page one a George Cult committee protests a Mercer stock matter tied to the Van Swert plan. J P Morgan and Co acted as transfer agent as records were authenticated. Army remount needs rise as 1600 applications crowd the quartermaster office for horse hires. Stallions are distributed to boost breeding of thoroughbreds Arabs and Morgans.
During World War I and the prior decade breeding light horses declined sharply in ro a states. Breeders now release only high quality well bred colts as scrubs and mongrels hold little sale value, reflecting neglect of breeding and sire scarcity. Mr I Scott handles remount fees amid shifting schedules as progeny purchase rises.
Rio de Janeiro hosts South American athletic growth with football dominating youth play. The private club near the city center costs $5,000,000 and seats 40,000, offering football, basketball, tennis, volleyball, water polo, swimming, shooting, boxing, fencing, and gymnastics. Uruguay leads international matches, and Brazil shows rapid, high-chance play.
London reports Ted Moore, a top boxing draw in England, resisted English managers bid to lure him to America for fights. Harry Levene laments the missed opportunity as Moore remains tied to New York contracts, despite attempts to relocate his family and settle in Plymouth. The piece notes Carmen’s 60th birthday on March 3, 1936.
The department of commerce reports that from 1923 through 1934 the United States shipped over a large value of typewriters abroad. One third went to ten countries including Canada Italy Australia Spain Argentina India Mexico and Germany via Brazil. Exports to Europe South America Africa and the Far East show gains.
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