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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1925

Page

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Charleston Council Probes Incinerator Produce Dumping

Charleston officials debate a proposed probe into alleged price fixing and dumping of produce to the city incinerator. A three member committee would study the issue while council discusses recording city graveyard deaths and other routine matters.

Charleston Cyune Jamey Incenerator Jocel Barleston W. A. Todd Hus Thomas Wilson Sexton

Opposition to repeal of nuisance taxes on amusements and autos

The article reports opposition to repealing nuisance taxes including amusements and passenger autos. Secretary Mellon defends keeping the amusement tax as not burdensome and argues auto taxes fund road upkeep. It cites proposed broad tax reductions and debates over revenue, with Mellon and Winston presenting positions on tax policy and economic impact.

Mellon Newt Les Isle Dyke Cali Narion Treasury Lee Rainahde Agift Mellon Perkonmls Mowan Breatis Gan Ernst Orbe Agur Uy Bardanips Amady Winston Meltlan Comerces Baeke MeNyn Treasury Secretacy Oumanttree Treas

Locarno Pact Displayed For World To Seek

Locarno treaties shown as Europe’s path to unity and security. Nations including Germany France Belgium and Britain consider disarmament and arbitration under the League of Nations to prevent war. If violated the involved parties could seek judicial settlement with the League as guardian of peace.

Europe MiMthal Guahintee Varsailles London Amines Hanty France Belelatin Great Britain Jimty Germany Belgium Council of the League Aegia Syland Anelmett Tso Inkegaia Ieny Pein Frateey Bel Whim Fink Lie Wiies Fenuri Lin Cayemunt Timate

New York Arrival Prompts Rita Fisher Marriage Plans

The New York arrival of artist Huny Fisher known as Rita Fisher accompanies his fiancée Countess Edita De Beaun tant of Paris and seven year old Terre De Brauemont. They plan to wed soon with a decision expected within the week after a Paris meeting three years ago. Fisher returned from France last week and headed back as discussions progressed.

New York Huny Fisher Rita Fisher Wride Aedita de Beauntant Paris Waa Lerre de Brauemont America France Deeisles Europe

Harahan Stance Shifts in Chesapeake and Ohio Merger Debate

Testimony before the Interstate Commerce Commission reveals opposition to the Nickel Plate merger by Chesapeake and Ohio leaders including Harahan, Underwood, and stockholder representatives. Witnesses discuss voting actions, stockholder interests, and earnings comparisons of the five railroads involved, with closing remarks hinting at further hearings tomorrow.

Washington Uiel Varahan Chesapeake and Obie Railroad Unnerwood Rir van Sworingen Fritz Tererguette Hocking Yai Vsteme Chesapeake Hia Slaosholders Verett Jacobs New York City Ohio Harahan Mercer Underwood H. W. Anderson Chansel W. A. Baldwin Brie Baldwin J H. T. Page Sea Forth Lye O. Pad Tuge

Kanawha County juveniles court appointment dispute

Florence Hunn, Kanawha County superintendent, declined to approve Frances McAndrews as deputy probation officer for Kanawha County Juvenile Court. Budget limits blocked salaries for McAndrews, a court stenographer, and other staff. Mrs McAndrews to be paid 33.00% per year. others' salaries set or postponed due to funds.

Frances MacAndrews Owen Florence Hunn Schooly Frances McAndrews al Wanawhe Duvenils Milas Ruby Dudan Milan Kanawha

Three Flyers Die in Crash Near Cape May Court House

Three aviators died when a Martin bomber crashed near Cape May Court House New Jersey while en route to Langley Field Virginia. The victims were Captain Kinloch and Lieutenants Martin and Combate. A coroner opened an inquiry as investigators inspected wreckage and cargo including children’s toys and clothing.

Langley Field New Jersey Associated Press Cape Mat N. J Martin Trae Meuse Joseph Coulatinn Pavel Kinloch Mitewell Mie Aviation Lanastey Wilde Wood Frank Hughes Cape May

Autumn Proves Real Fall Guy

A garbled weather note discusses leaf fall timing, migratory birds, and autumn weather in vague terms. Mentions rain showers and chestnut trees, with scattered references to towns and rivers, but lacks coherent details or clear events.

Autumn

Moonshiners Quitting Business Over Perfumed Jag Trend

The piece reports moonshiners abandoning trade as cheaper perfumed jags attract tipplers. Barbers and customers recall bay rum liquor past and debates over safety and legality linger.

Two Die of Burns in Boon County Gas Blaze Near Peytona

A gas main explosion near Peytona on Little Coal River injured six others and killed George Dolan aged 35 and Woodrow Smith aged 40. Smith and Dolan died in hospital after walking miles to seek help. flames spread when a steam shovel uncovered the high pressure line while contractors worked. The Owens Bottle Company crew had been replacing the line and were warned by a supervisor to handle the line with caution.

Peytona Little Coat River George Dolan Woodrow Smith Ee Ware Dolan Smith Madison Boone Ape Sten Rock Creek Brush Creek Little Coal River King Thormog Boone County Oyeng Battle Company Oweng Company ZI W Spaulding Uwene Mega Gan Ciedeesh Charleston Owen and Karth Y Smith Wen Barth Ae Dolan

Leviathan Cannery Strikes Lead to Mass Expulsion

A fragmented report describes workers at Leviathan’s cannery facing mass layoffs and a harsh crackdown by security chasers. Four chasers per crew guard exits as tensions rise and many remain expelled or displaced amid a tense mutiny.

Railroad Forced Strike Claims at Western Maryland

United States Railroad Labor Board heard testimony alleging Western Maryland forced an engine crew strike by offering dismissal or signing new agreements in conflict with existing contracts. Firemen and hosts testified management aimed to replace workers while a strike ballot circulated. Board deliberations followed filings about notice periods and new labor rules drafted by the carrier.

Chicago Bret Arhood United States Railroad Taber Hoard Western Maryland Enginemrn Wred Burt San Antonio Tex Wond Comany Ehmyployes Wative Lalot Ben W. Hooper Steiner Withel Bureau of Wages Rabroad Cerier Farmier Barr Wiliam Maynard

Two Men Die In Explosion At Indiana Mine Opening

In Terre Haute Indiana two men Joseph Stevenson 30 and William Stevenson 28 were killed instantly when a blasting charge ignited at a mine idle for seven months. The FW Gould Mining Company owned property near Indianola. A Marching fifteen van team was sent to awaken preparatory arrangements for the opening of the mine.

Terre Haute Ind Joseph Stevenson Betty Neny Limion William Stevenson Gould Mining Company Et Indianiyols Stevensons

Outbreak of Robberies Strikes Gotham Amid Crime Drivel

A wave of robberies sweeps New York with jewelry thefts totaling $20000 and multiple hold ups. One arrest is reported, while incidents include a deli hold up and a restaurant owner being shot. Police had hoped a gang breakup would curb the spree.

Cowboy Gang Rothenberg Robin Samuel Galdian J Broadway

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