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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1925

Page

2

Help Sought for Charleston Schoolchildren Struggling

In Charleston the education committee of the Rotary Club reports 132 pupils did not report back to school, with 67 cases investigated. Some families cannot afford tuition fees or clothing, causing bright students to miss classes. A special committee will pursue aid to help these youths return to desks and continue their studies.

Charleston Laimstead Charleston Rotary Club Ernest Merrill S. J. Wehbar Merri Mile Butt- Reap J. F. Marah Joho RK Shank- Jin Weber J. A. Pierson Board of Education Uthe Charlestow'a

Radio broadcasts of World Series reach wide area

Local radio bugs relay World Series results despite poor atmospheric conditions. The Charleston Radio Supply Company installed a Crossley radio in The Gazette editorial rooms to receive Cincinnati signals. Indistinct reception due to electrical disturbances limited clarity in downtown areas, though some stations reported good results in business districts. Elsewhere auto mechanic Danker P. filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court with debts of 350 dollars and assets 1 067 dollars. Separate filings show South Branch Telephone Company seeking rate increases across Hampshire and neighboring counties. The hearing date October 20 was not set.

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Obituary notices for William Earl Carpenter and Matilda Anderson

William Earl Carpenter age seventy died at his home on Sis aonavills road Friday October 9. Funeral 2 p.m. Sunday at the house. Interment in the Fone eniereny. Matilda Anderson of Roxalana West Virginia died at her home Friday October 10 at 10:00 a.m. She was 79. Survived by husband Mrc. 4. 1. Anderson and children. Funeral Sunday 12 p.m. at Rexalanahu with interment in the Anderson cemetery.

Willians William Earl Carpenter Hig Sisaonavills Road Lp. Ma A. ©. Carpenter Fone Eniereny Matilda Anderson Matilde Wuthering Andersonn Roxalang W. Va Anderson Marilda Dunbar Airs Thomas Dunbar Mrc Lawsons A Anderson Amabella Beas P. Nt Anderson Cemetery

Delinquent Tax List To Be Burned In Charleston

A controversial plan in Charleston to burn delinquent tax lists draws pushback from city officials and residents. City tax collector Frank Cochrane and Deputy Collector Strimbaugh report about 20,000 to 21,000 in personal and real estate taxes unpaid, with calls for independent collection. Citizens owe between 20,000 and 40,000 each, and notices have gone out by mail. The council may proceed with burning taxes unless a collector is hired to recover funds.

Charleston Werte Ciig Frank Cochrane W. A. Todd Jh, Stambaugh Wulees Strimbaugh Lleiy Ar. Cochrane Costa

May Take No Action on Mitchell Refusal

The article notes the potential for no action on Colonel William Mitchell due to his refusal to testify before the naval court at Shenandoah disaster hearings. Official comment suggests the case may rest with the naval court or army court martial proceedings, with formal steps unlikely this day. Snow falls briefly in Niagara Falls with flurries melting quickly as temperature stays around 30.

William Mitchel Naval Court of Tandiey Shenandoah Navy Mtval Court Mitchell Niagata Niagara Falls N.Y BU Depresa

Writs and appeals in Georgia road case and insurance suit

The Georgia Supreme Court yesterday considered writs of error in several cases. It involved condemnation for state road right of way in Jackson County, a dispute between Rinhal Tre and Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance, and a request to reverse a decision that awarded 82.00 damages. The court denied a writ in Geneva Stakos v Princeton Power and remanded related claims for personal injury damages.

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Arctic Explorers Arrive at Maine Harbor

MacMillan navy Arctic expedition ships Bowdoin and Mowry reach Montiegan Island Maine. Lieutenant Commander May Milin and Commander AyeMea Senge lead the party ashore to cheers from families and friends. The Bowdoin sails onward with the Peary crew after a race along the Namstic coast.

Montiegan Island Bowduin Mowry MacMillan Navy Jionild MayMilin Anainkantl AyeMea Wikensset Howres Mra M.A. Sehur Bans Diews Galt Livatenang Sehteane Naval Maine Fliers Arctic Caps Sabia Peary Waschall Tittaburgh

Rain Fails Continues as West Virginia Industry Shines

The article highlights West Virginia landmarks and major industries. It notes the West Virginia Malena ble Tren company employing 180 people, the Gold Nursery company with millions of fruit trees shipped nationwide, and the Marintra Manufacturing company as the largest builder of marine equipment. It mentions river commerce at Point Pleasant and the city as a hub for boat repair and shipyard work, with a focus on rail and river trade hubs.

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Mrs Lansdowne controversy over Shenandoah airship fate

In a heated exchange Mrs James Hefferman defends the Shenandoah airship, arguing it should be treated as a warcraft not a civilian spectacle. She objects to ferrying the airship on commercial trips to showcase midwestern interests, while naval officers stress weather and duty constraints during the thunderstorm period. Protests from officers and family members highlight the tension between military requirements and civilian pressure.

Pune Vic Naval Services

Nitro News Nethday Party and Local Notices

Nitro News reports a seven year old birthday party for Junior Oldham with guests named among family friends. The page notes the death of Mrs Stephen T Wingley of Littleton Massachusetts and her funeral in Littleton, along with assorted social visits, travel to Charleston and New York, and various local residents attending dinners and lodge events.

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Consider Means of Child Labor Fight in Atlantic City

A conference in Atlantic City debated strategies to amend the federal constitution to regulate child labor. Speakers outlined a broad, organized campaign by labor federations, educators, and local lawmakers to win passage, with pledges and mobilization plans discussed for state legislatures and public education.

Atlantic City Willam

Jury exonerates key defendant in equity suit in Texas oil case

The Delaware court hears a temporary restraining order in a sprawling equity suit over Plymouth Oil Company and Big Lake Oil, with John W. Davis as attorney for the company and Owen J. Roberts for the complainants. The Plymouth Oil Company, organized in October 1925, operates the Big Lake field in Reagan County Texas, producing over twenty thousand barrels daily and valued highly in the state. The case centers on alleged fraud and misrepresentation by Barquhar, with litigation filed in Delaware and due for a decision soon.

Clarges Hendersaty Withingston Barquhar Bawik Thia Delaware Nearthy John W. Davis Demovcratic Nomines Asis Owen J. Roberts Philadalphlaay Plymouth OW File Lace OM Company Rengan County Teras Texas Turequiar Big Late Ol Plymouth of Company Waiter Ballanan Charlene Tonx

School Children Hear Specht at Union Mission

A special service for school children at Wilnges, 2 PM in Humphreys Auditorium, Union Mission, features Howard Specht, a 10 year old evangelist, speaking as the current week of mission outreach concludes. Large crowds are expected despite rain. Dr Joseph S Finals from Chicago will begin acting nightly series next.

Wilnges Humphreys Union Mission Howard Specht Pittavurich i Mission Ithis Evangelis Withrow Joseph S. Finals Brew Christian Bible Teacher of Chicago Alaning Sunday Gileryson Chuice Macks Tomannie

Road and traffic plans outlined for future city growth

The article discusses street and avenue improvements with a new State road 14, a middle of next summer completion for a spying street refuge, and tightened spending. It notes the need for sharp sorters, filling, and the Abatting owners bearing the case while watching every dollar.

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Rain Reduces Community Event Schedule

Weather dampens a planned Tanhar high school and Troop No. 8 game at St. Albans Bay. At Little Theatre four events are highlighted including a fiddlers' contest, chess, square dance, and costume rigging demonstrations with several prize categories and awards announced by organizers.

Renee Gaa Tanhar High School St. Albans Bay Little Cheddler Weil Harlestar Aerowd Berchandive Bhoo Biber Faeniture Charkastan Tnt Merehandign Iperin, Salgovtn

Local Auction Awards and Burra Races Report

Hadley Furniture Co in Charleston awarded several prizes including merchandise valued at five dollars and cash prizes by CG and others. Coffex Book Store received first place, Burley Tobacco Growers' Co operative Association awarded second with merchandise valued at one hundred five dollars, Woodrum Home Outfitting Co. in Charleston gave third with cash prize of five dollars. Galperin Music Shop in Charleston awarded jigging prizes including four dollars in cash and two records. Last burra races at 4 and 7 pm drew many participants. winners earn the burra they rode as small animals from southwest Texas.

Hadley Furniture Co Charleston Coffex Book Burley Tobacco Growers’ Co-Operative Association Bluntington Woodrum Home

Theatre schedule at Huntington Players and Kanawha

The Huntington Players stage The Dust of the Road at the Little Theatre 780 ppm with cast including Peter Speele Br G Russel Neaze Fe 3vikenee Bpeele and director Carl Campbell. At 8 15 the Kanawha Players present The Mayor and the Manicure by George Ade with Preston Ash Clanahan directing and cast Howard Baer Miss Vondea Hamilton and Miss Prancey Greethams.

Huntington Players Little Theatre Carl Campbell Peter Speele Br. G. Russel Neaze Carl Campell Prudence R. UL. Armatrone Tramp W. W. Smith Kanawha George Ade Mayor Preston Ash- Clanahan Mr. McClanahan Howard Baer Vondea Hamilton Prancey Greethams

BUSINESS MEN TO MEET AT CHARLESTON LAUNDRY BUILDING

West Side Business Men's association members are urged to attend the regular meeting in the Charleston Laundry building on Friday, October 16. Chilean automobile purchases rise this year, signaling growing demand.

West Side Business Men's Association Charleston

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