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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1925

Page

8

Railroads Promise Cooperation in Enforcing Beer Shipments

Chicago officials report railroads will aid dry authorities in halting beer and liquor shipments. Edwin Olson said some railroad employees were involved, but no senior railroad officials will be charged. Federal inquiry widens as police and city officials are questioned ahead of a grand jury probe into Chicago’s beer syndicate operations.

Chicago Get Chicazn Edwin Olson Federal District Attroner Toda One F.C. Yellowley Prohibition Patrick Harding Chicago Police Jenteal Ing Harding Olaon Dever Counel

Notable attendees at Kanawha Supreme Court session

A crowd of prominent attainers and lawmakers gathered for a session of the supreme court. Attendees included Mathews of Grantville, Justice Meredith, and several former state leaders from Huntington, Parkersburg, and Fairmont. Federal prohibition enforcement ties and numerous hotel registrations were noted among the day’s events.

Une Supreme Cou Fairmont Emerie Kanawha Floyd S Chapman Huntington Kanan J. Walter*Bee Parkersburg Wheeling Jetal Hotels

Rabbit skins turn pest into profit in New Zealand

New Zealand finds fur value in rabbits as a profit source. In year 18.5 million rabbit skins were exported to the United States and England, worth over 4 million dollars, turning rabbit trapping into a thriving business. The opossum is also developed for fur, with America and Britain buying most of the hides.

Wellington New Zealand United States England America Arker Furs Co Great Britain

Diexel tablets offer supposed liver aid and bowel relief

A noisy, dubious ad claiming Diexel tablets stimulate the liver and bile flow to cure indigestion and bowel trouble. It asserts safety, rapid effect, and universal benefit with testimonials, urging readers to order a sample.

Obituary for Frank Bowser of Tampa and Lakeland

Frank Bowser 54 of Tampa formerly Lakeland died recently after a long residence in Florida. Born in Trays Valley near Huntington he served as rector in Los Grewtin and held public roles including mayor during the WWII era. Funeral services were held at the residence on Mark Avenue and at St Andrews Church with Lakeland lodge Masonry involved.

Frank Wowger Lakeland Pia Bowser Tampa Trays Valley Wuntington West Virgina Tie Tidupa Los Grewtin Tisbury Lodge

Mrs Josephine Leidy Sues For Divorce

Mrs Josephine Leidy of Munstown, Pa, files for divorce alleging harsh treatment and separation from her husband. The petition cites a Philadelphia connection and mentions custody and property concerns as part of the action.

Josephine Leidy

Eight Canadian steamers sold to support Canada Cuba route

The Canadian government sold eight steamers formerly in Great Lakes service. The vessels Canadian Adventurer Canadian Warrior Canadian Trader Canadian Sawer Canadian Pathfinder and others were bought for use on the new Canada Cuba route with inauguration planned for November 15. acquisitions were by Merchants including Pawtersgu Brain and partners and the Martik company acquiring several vessels.

Pre Montreal Gt Caine Merodeutt Marine Great Lakes Canada-Cuba Nos. Pawtersgu Wnmany Winnipes Maniroai Wmartik Company

New Health Society in England Formed Amid Hype

A dubious new health society titled the Golden Awe of Death is reported to form in England. It claims to appoint hygienists and focus on disease prevention and public health reform, led by prominent figures and invoking urgent civic action.

Poole Mumnstown Laeidy Oni Hein New York NEW Health Society England Oxford Fatfuor Kawany Biave Suviery Maglin

Eastern Alcohol Company Formed Amid Complex Debates

Fragments show a new Eastern Alcohol Company formation tied to a larger corporate structure. Details are unclear, with several named parties and subsidiaries mentioned but withheld context leaves the exact purpose and leaders opaque.

Tablet Unveiled In Memory Of Flinn At Roosevelt Site

Governor delivers address at dedication of a tablet honoring Flinn. Ceremony held at Roosevelt commemoration site with Beater Whyner presenting the item. Officials praised the late Flin and his public service while stressing unity against threats to democracy.

Flinn Finehet Moosevelt Issertie Hienacwleh Beater Whyner Boverhor Aelitus Ta Spuytesmani Roosevelt

Steamer Arrives With Rescued Men After Disaster

The steamer President Warding rescued 27 crew members of an Italian vessel that foundered after a heavy sea. Crowds gathered as rescuers were praised by Indian government representatives. A fire plan run by many wheels aided the operation.

Hoboken Nook Gel United S Kaptain Warding Omelu Mde

Lost town for a marist framed by ruin

Ruined district near Here We We turn of a perspective town destroyed by collapse. A century ago a group founded a community named tosfir and helped shape local memory. The fragment notes streets marked, a Day Star publication, and lingering petitions about land and faith amid historical turmoil.

Tosfir Ubrley Eles Lacs Nics Fk Andy Wits Yyere

Pickpocket Sought by Police in City Incident

Police seek a pickpocket described as worn, with witnesses naming Hient and others. A victim reported loss of valuables during a crowded area while detectives pursued leads and arrested a suspect later connected to the case.

Woman Sentenced for Manslaughter in Local Case

A woman was sentenced for manslaughter after the death at a Clayton residence. The suspect, connected to the heating death incident, faced a penalties hearing at the county penitentiary. A witness described the heated confrontation before the fatal act occurred outside the house.

Cini Augie Clayton Mullin Poyusoou Maleo Nii Frente Ter

Drowned in fall from derrick boat tragedy

A drowning occurred when a worker fell from a derrick boat on the river near Baghdad. Rescue efforts followed, with a search lasting hours before officials confirmed the death. Local authorities and witnesses described the incident as a fatal accident in challenging water conditions.

Anniversary of Navy Observed Amid Public Celebrations

Navy day festivities featured open ships and parades at ports, with dress uniforms and wreaths, as Secre tary of the Navy and senior officers highlighted service achievements. Admirals Jonas and Moffatt spoke on aviation and naval power while wreaths honored Roosevelt and the Continental Congress anniversary.

Washington Navy Wade Idk Navy Bilary LE Jonas Nav Phidelphia Wm. v4 Moffatt Nave Bureau Aeponaur Es Tus Moines Towa Alenel Willie Miteneld Dolby Pheadure Ousevelt Aatvy Aduteul Ww Aled Sir Sentien Secretars Wilkit Admiral Downs Philadelphia Chamber of CoMmerce Dtoh- Lion Deches N.Y. Wd Danny Erdeies Ccommandant The Machine Corps Minneapal Returnink Prest Coulidey Teanspines Leagui Cheodore Roosevelt Continental Congress Apnevcias

Jury Disagreements and Docket Actions in Kanawha County Cases

The docket notes indicate Swift and Company cases against Sullivan Pond Creel Company and C. Bates against Itig Hickler were ordered off the docket with judgment for the plaintiff in Swift and Company versus Little War Creek Coal Company. Today’s docket includes Samuel Square on the docket, Milton J. Lane versus the county court of Kanawha County, Thomas Anity versus W. Jt. Seaton, and The P. Gi Poity against Hilladate vam.

Swift and Company Sullivan Pond C. Bates Ig Hickler Little War Creek Coal Company Saniel Square Runte Court Kanawha County Milton J. Lane County Court Thomas Annity W. Jt. Seaton TK. PE

Incinerator debate grows over marketing stalled produce

Farmers in the county face low prices and refusals by stores to buy. Councilman Medgar urges energetic marketing efforts and better packing while supporters demand action to help farmers sort, crate, and market goods. Meetings plan hearings with committee members to push a resolution for investigation and remedies.

Saucia Aein Medgar Kanaswna Counellman Edgar Cornelian Mathews Huntington Tad Myore Rhonty Helms Arity Charleston Drageius Vetnilay Lenker

Fragmented excerpt reports mass casualty train disaster

A garbled diary style fragment describes a Memphis Pullman disaster with eighteen dead and a heavy toll. An official estimate cites about 9000 to 10000 dollars for equipment and losses, noting the wreck occurred near a river bend and involved damaged train cars.

Gore Slogan Sparks Legal Battle Over Tax Revenue

A fragmented political report cites Gore advocating constitutional limits on taxes and revenue provisions, while court actions probe whether past allocations were proper. Ex-officials and judges are named amid debates on funding and legislative procedures.

Music Program Well Rendered By Bre Kincheloe

The children’s program presented yesterday at the Y W C A under the Woman’s club art department drew applause for pieces chosen and the sweet voice of Miss Kincheloe. Mrs Kincheloe accompanied at the piano, and a city council committee met at City Hall tonight to discuss charges by Superintendent dames Chine on produce disposal at the city incinerator.

Bre Bisse Wincheloe Y. W. CL A Cave Thean Symie Kindie Joe Ely Dames Chine

Mercer Parent Teachers Meet Highlight Delegates Chosen

Mrs A H Dangerfield, vice president of the Mercer Parent Teachers Association, presided at the meeting. A dramatization by 2nd to 4th graders featured. Mrs Charles Black and Mrs Heslop were elected delegates to the Huntington state PTA meeting on November 4. Miss Coddington spoke on sex education to the state board of education.

A. H. Dangerfield Mercer Meroeere Asseuitian Tion Charles Black Heslop Wate Huntington State Parent Teachers’ Association Miss Coddington State Board of Education

SINGLE ACT OF KINDNESS BRINGS A WILLING $00,000 ESTATE

Harrow England. When More Mary Burgett moved here from Anty lake twenty years ago Albert Stockwell performed an act of kindness. Mrs Burgett's will proved today leaving her entire estate of $00,000 to Stockwell and his daughter for their lifetimes and then to charity.

Harrow Eng Mary Burgett Anty Lake Albert Stockwell Stockwell

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