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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1925

Page

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Plan to search Arctic for Amundsen delays press hopes

News dispatches report delays in Amundsen rescue efforts as U S officials weigh limited air and naval options. Secretary Wilbur cites caution and cost while awaiting the MacMillan expedition, with Amundsen signaling uncertainty and scientists debating possible discoveries near the pole.

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Miners Denied Venue Change in Riot Trial

In Merihi county court, twenty miners were indicted over an attack on Robert Crowe’s home. The defense sought a venue change amid mob violence claims as opening statements concluded and Crowe testified about threats and a near-riot intervention. Local officials plan extended police coverage and city services for new district protection.

Frank Worieh Robert Crewe Acero Marehi County Cin Sult Onis D. Howard Walt United Mine Workers’ Counsel Fred McNinch Cary PK. Kelly Ana Verity Sherty Abintgameny Kelly Tveninia Atee Bleshai Fothee

County Talks Bridge Plans With Interurban Firm

County officials and representatives of the interurban railroad company met to discuss a proposed bridge on the West Side over Kanawha County. Previous offers set the bridge at 80 feet wide. the state road commission favors 60 feet to allow future road expansion and maintenance. A formal decision is expected today at a joint session led by local officials and the state authorities.

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Shaver to Step Out as Leader of Democrats

The article reports plans for a leadership transition within the Democratic Party amid 1926 campaign preparations. It notes a conference in Atlantic City to arrange party strategy, with attention to candidates, fundraising, and internal leadership changes affecting the national contest.

Shaver Democrats

Fragmented notes on a tense public issue and reactions

A garbled text fragment outlines a heated public debate with mentions of charts, drugs, and local figures. It references a county or area meeting, observers, and varied opinions. Names and places are unclear, but a sense of civic contention and media coverage persists through the jumble.

Unclear Health Findings Prompt Review of Neal Victory

Fragmentary OCR text references Neal in a health checkup context and a list of garbled phrases. The readable elements mention Neal achieving victory, with unrelated garbled names and terms following, suggesting a damaged news fragment without a clear secondary fact or event.

One Dead and Twelve Hurt in Car Collision

A night report details a fatality and twelve injuries after a multi-vehicle crash. Witnesses recalled chaotic scenes as responders rushed to the scene, with authorities investigating the cause and recording names, locations, and injuries.

Supreme Court Decision Echoes Mordecai Tale in Turder Case

A Supreme Court ruling upholding life sentences for Andrew Hedrick and his son follows a murder in Crint County tied to a disputed road. The decision drew a parallel to the Biblical Mordecai and Haman story, likening local feuds over a roadway to a court plot, with Hedrick's family framed as Mordecai’s supporters and the slain boy as the victim.

Andrew Crint Supreme Court Morderal Eyther Mordecia John W. Hedrick Grant County Haman Hibber Meda Apoe Ereeg Marni Gosyate Beret Mare Rees Manu Mordetai Ries LiLwen Aldona Ted Dee Arthur Mednick Higdey Menard

Apoplexy Fatal to W. H. C. Curtis

Obituary notice reports W. H. C. Curtis died suddenly from apoplexy while dining with friends in Nebraska. Funeral arrangements limited, with burial expected in Cheyenne area pending. relatives urged to attend or send condolences as per local customs.

Penn State Runner Defeats Nurmi In Race From Scratch

A Penn State runner defeated Nurmi in a remarkable race from scratch. The event drew a large crowd as athletes battled to the wire with leaders exchanging pace and precision.

Penn State Nurmi

State Financial Plan Under scrutiny by revenue committee

Amid confusion over who authored the revenue program Governor Gore proposes to take full responsibility. The select joint revenue committee reports the plan to the legislature while the house questions executive authorship and the scope of fiscal measures. The debate centers on taxes, road maintenance funding, and the governor's insistence on presenting his plan before formal legislative action.

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Old Grudge Ends in Fatal Bridgeport Pharmacy Shootings

In Bridgeport a quarrel at a drug store led to a fatal shooting. Brannan allegedly argued over a drug purchase with physician Martin, drew a gun, and killed him before its aftermath as the killer fled. The suspect Brannen, a former University of Maryland graduate and state checker champion, is pursued.

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Election Brawl Trial Near End

Williamson May 24 grand jury hearings into a deadly election brawl continued into a second day with fifty witnesses examined. The jury expects to finish tomorrow as indecent incidents and threats were noted during the chaotic event where victims were killed and wounded.

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Campaign for 300000 Fund To Locate Morris-Harvey

A city campaign seeks a 300000 fund to locate Morris Harvey College. The effort includes a morning meeting, public attendance urged, and a letter from Rev Puilt discussing education committee talks and Cheney Chamber of Commerce support.

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