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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1925

Page

2

Dinner Party Honors West Virginia Legislature Members

Alvert M Schenk of Wheeling hosted a dinner at Hotel Kane in Wheeling for members of the joint legislative committees studying the state’s finances. Speakers included Dr W W Robinson and E W Kentley with brief toasts and expressions of gratitude for Schenk’s hospitality. Notables present included H White, state officers, clerks, sergeants and many lawmakers from Charleston and surrounding areas.

Alvert M. Schenk Wheeling BOM Arnold Wiking He .Andrews Whiteaville Calverine Eatil Clyde H. East Charleston

Mellon Says Coast Guard Blockade Holds In Atlantic Rum Run

Reported from Convreved via Page One the coast guard offensive off Bermuda as patrols ferry out to sea. Runners known as rum boats and carriers were sighted 100 miles offshore but kept distance. A Mayday of activity saw one abortive approach by a Port Load boat, returning without contact.

Yeandle Coast Guard Eail Bermuda Ward Cortland

Passage for Second Presbyterian Church Service and Senate Memo

A notice notes a funeral at the Second Presbyterian Church with a brief service and interment at Mt Fountain cemetery. A revised slate of Senate committee memberships is announced by Serjeant-at-Arms Barry, including Reed of Missouri Cameron of Amiens Dupont of Delaware Ernest of Kentucky King of Utah and Watson of Indiana. House members and Missouri delegation attend the funeral with Sergeant-at-Arms Rogers. Also mentions honoring Lieutenant General Nelson A Miller with President Coolidge leading tribute on May 18.

Second Presbyterian Bers Mt Fountain Cemetery Senate Serjeant-at-Arms Barry Benstors Reed Missouri Cameron Amiens Dupont Delaware Ernest Kentucky King Uten Watson Indiana House Saenowek Detroit Rogers

Foul Influence Over Rheumatism Prescription Exposed

Mr James H Aflén of 26 Forbes Bt claims a years long battle with rheumatism ended by his self made remedy Adiparhue. He states accumulated impurities in joints and muscles are dissolved and expelled, and offers to refund if no relief. Bullimars Rug Stores and druggists nationwide to dispense Adiparhue with guarantee.

James H. Aflén Forbes Bt Mla Bullimars Firukogisis

Zemo remedy billed for itching and skin care

An old advertisement touts Zemo as a universal itch relief and skin softener. It claims rapid improvement, antiseptic properties, and a trial bottle offered by druggists for a small price with larger sizes available.

Amy Zemo

McCreery Dies at Home in Hinton Leader in West Virginia Coal

William McCreery prominent coal operator dies at his Hinton residence after a long active life. Born in North Carolina and longtime leader in Raleigh Reynolds lands and rail development, he shaped West Virginia coal, bank and hotel ventures and mentored aspiring public figures. He directed the Viney Working Coal Land Company and chaired the National Bank of Summersville, with extensive holdings across Raleigh, Mercer, Fayette and Wharning counties.

McCreery Hinton Sinte Laan Fa Wilia McCreery Teileieh John W. Motrerry William H. McGreery Hia Charleston House of Delegates Maleigh County John W. McCreary Atat Estate Senate James T. McCreary Benry Minnie E. Prines Backles Memragey Annie Trateh Madison William Glascow Virginia Fincastle West Virginia Mm Bhy Sale Monroe County Beckley Raleigh County Conl Theber Hinds Tialeigh Raleigh John W. Ste~ Ureery Rafelth James T McCreery Jonking Mr. McCreery Abomond Aerean M. Erskine M.iwer Staunton Teorey Henay Boston Tenry J. Higgin Zon Bee Higginson and Vo Tiney Coline Cont Land Company United States Experia Winton Raeleh County Mercer County Fayette County Whaming County Kovernor Conccess Henor

School Board Districts and Precincts Fragment

Fragmented text details precinct boundaries and street-by-street routes for voters across wards and streets. It references Kanawha river areas, extension lines, and Capitol streets, with numbers marking precincts and specific streets for voting locations.

Mame Coe Tienes Carr Street Ly River Banswhe Voustrom Premaeton Fifth Ward Cnariester Walt Stress Tu Corporation Watt Street Kanawha Mienlean Tramway Meteo Watts Street Gorporation Pine Street Charleston Street Watta Watta Street, the Place of Beginning Vik Sehowl, Sixth Wara Bor Ali Witeredm Preeiet Helms Sk Fiver Wine Street

Taxes spark debate in city election contested areas

In a fragmented report the public weighs tax changes and revenue plans. Voters approved some raises while others seeking reductions were defeated in the recent city election. The piece notes shifting attitudes toward taxation and budget priorities amid local governance struggles.

Local union members withdraw from Shinston area

Report says members including J.B. Weeks C. M. Vinernt Ley Wilson L. E. Seckman E. J. Curry WH Hammond O. B. Whitman and B. D. Burnett of Shinustan left the local union and formed a new group. Picketing continues in the region with smaller crowds. six men arrested at Dakota face charges of violating non-union mining rules. At England Fuel and Transport Co mine pickets, mostly women and children, stood along the road before aligns.

Shinnston J.B. Weeks C. M. Vinernt Ley Wilson L. E. Seckman E. J. Curry Hammond O. B. Whitman B.D. Burnett Shinustan Mr. Wyatt John C. Riggins Dakota Ant Town Sengland Uel and Transportasia Company Ming Nimne No. 9 Jamison Coal and Coke Company Farmington Ehlidian

Obituary for James Kent igmes and family details

Obituary notes the death of James Kent igmes of Langeere on Monday afternoon after a torn hor rot. It references funeral plans not yet completed and mentions family details including parents and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anderson. The piece also notes a Malden district high school graduate and a Northern Methodist church funeral in Malden with family members listed.

James Kentigmes If, Enlnied Langeere Menfay Ole Anernon Ollie Andersen Mir Mreddyhn Anderson Dann Atom Hocat Teaphal Wallin Marty Gri Prani Miew Anderson Malden Northern Methodist Church Van

Jurors Hear Tangled 1918 Murder Trial Details

The article outlines a confusing 1918 murder case with Shepherds, a court, and potential verdicts. It notes objections during testimony, a judge’s assurances, and uncertainty surrounding key witnesses and the deceased’s heirs.

Origin of Explosion Leads to Theatre Incident

An explosion caused by a powder company salesman sparked a demonstration mishap at a theatre. Noel near the rear was the only injury, while debris struck a nearby home, tearing a door from its hinges and causing minor bruises to a resident. Police estimate substantial damage and ongoing inquiries.

Noel Anita Pawar Cite Orpen Haddinge Swehee Ruby F. Coleman Olahoma Miam

Roanoke figures and St Albans social notes

In St Albans and Roanoke circles, social events abound. Lists include Mrs Baxter, Faye Alley, Clifford Sutherland, Ronald Baxter, Dora Dinots, Miss Margaret Shaver, Mrs Ho Frazer, and Miss Derotie Wehner among attendees at balls, birthdays, and a variety of gatherings. Local travel notes mention visits to Huntington and a summer stay planned for Virginia.

Clido Broyles Roanoke Hall Team Tiny Vandlr Willam Pyla High Lawn Ok Iintives Hearac Margaret Shaver East Bank Ho VY. Frazer Shape Mipy Dortler Misa Derotie Wehner Huntington Mary A. Watson Harchett Ates Thompkins Alderson Weat Wincinta Hern Th. Baldwin Troy ‘Sutler Cnorme Weinert J. Edwards Mante Rumery W. R. Lysatt Moa George Bodie Mroo Jett Munday Virginia Riley St. Albans Joan H. Sutherland William Weallace Cinemnat R. J. Emma Adeline Vin Whittington Mise Liffton Ryder Mik Monte Chemteail City Misa Brooks Frieda Brooks Mewes Dillon Nerval Att Marshall Means J. W. Morrison Het Hoine Teays Fn Lsneheon Mim Galdwon Mrs Dy Elereferd Mra Capy Mere

Probers Discuss Funds For Physical Education Building

Charleston officials and university figures debated whether state funds earmarked for athletics should be diverted to an administration building. The panel heard from supporters of keeping funds for physical education, noting facilities remain limited for many students and that athletics are not a physical training system.

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Uawali’s Quetar Care Ang Tricks Compared to China

In a reported claim, Uawali is said to hold more than twice as many quetar care ang tricks as there are in the whole of China, indicating a vast disparity between the two regions. The assertion contrasts Uawali’s purported abundance with China’s total count.

China

Pile Sufferers Get Quick Relief From Hamadala Tablets

In letters from sufferers across Ontario and beyond, patients report long battle with piles and praise Hamadala tablets. A. Putterfield markets the remedy with a mail order option and a $1.09 price, backed by a guarantee. Box 445, Muffalo, N. Y.

Foaman Abitimdon Madewelles Berkina Fugene F. Blener Lynnvilly Ontario Harindala A. Putterfield Hamadal Coy Muffalo

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