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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1925
Page
12
Fragmentary OCR text describes experiments on new self supporting houses using cork and cement composites. discusses exterior concrete depth, frame, and construction details. Mentions engineers and tests in a region possibly Tensland Dne with references to materials and methods.
In Bart Tex a group of Mexican business men urged free ports to ease cross border trade. They presented a petition to the president and Congress seeking limited duties on goods moving frontier towns. The crowd claimed anger over tariffs and called for immediate action on a broad free port program.
Hollywood experiments with new camera gear and mechanical systems as a silent revolution in filmmaking. The piece notes evolving devices, the pursuit of steady speeds, and the director’s demand for flawless operation. It also briefly covers a grim crime tying a camera to a murder scene, suggesting a possible femme fatale killer.
The text discusses surprising youth among women, suggesting mood and appetite shifts, and explores how aging perceptions relate to health, diet, and traditional remedies. It references St Joseph's and health tips, implying aging can appear reversed through changes in mood, appetite, and vitality.
Article notes bright clothing in London and Manila styles, with references to a dance or social event, emphasis on glossy patent leather footwear and color themes. Mentions West Virginia bankers meeting May 20 and a list of attendees, including Charles Bunny, in Framington.
The Geers Memorial Sweepstakes offers 25,000 to 48,000 dollars in purses, with entries including notable stables and top trotters. The event features major stakes such as Matron Stake and Pure Marie Stalk, drawing strong contenders and a crowded field for a premier harness racing meet.
A Berlin court ruled that a radio broadcasting company violated authors rights by airing works without permission or royalties. The ruling on Hofmannsthal’s case may set precedent, while a separate injunction barred further exploitation of Mauspmann’s works. Also noted is an elderly woman celebrating her 100th birthday in Trigham.
A partial OCR fragment shows scattered words relating to the sea and center area, with unclear names or dates. The readable bits suggest a coastal setting or sport centered on a region near the water but lack coherent events or identities.
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