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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1925

Page

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Utilities Hold Best Meeting Since Formed

The annual convention of the Public Utilities Association in Virginia discussed public utility service and policy. Speakers including W. O. Vivian and T. Gaskell urged utilities to serve the public with heart, noting four million stockholders and two billion in bank investments backing utilities.

Public Utilities Association Virginia West Virginia Ainner W. Os. Vivian National Electric Light Association Chicago T. Gaskell Columbus Gore Smm Virginia-Western Quartet A. H. Trimsley Clifton Forge H. D. Rummel Feenta Q Barre Vitian Mir. Vivian United States Vivian Charleston America Thourgh NS W. Storer Westinghouse Electted Manufacturing Company Itaburga Wheeling Charles Hatley Cincinnati ‘Public Mbrers

Col Mitchell Faces Army Court Martial Plea of Not Guilty

Col William Mitchell pleads not guilty to charges of conduct prejudicial to military order and discipline under the Army Article of War. The tense session revealed defense demands for a bill of particulars while questions surfaced about summonses for the President and Secretary of War, with courtroom exchanges signaling a contentious trial path in Washington.

Col. Mitchell Wasitington Get Dudememt William Mitchett Hatiail bin of Parienta Thaoazion Mitchell Arcaae Press Rhollnge Dwight Davis Vale Civian Wounsel Frank E. Ket Thnols Reia Col Sherman Moreland Cubhsél

Dying Words Of Bail Merger Girl Admitted Hearing Ends

In Indianapolis court Madge Oberholtzer's dying declaration faces admission questions as prosecutors seek to prove first degree murder by Stephenson and others. Witnesses J. Smith Griff Dean and Ermina Moore testified to the signing of the statement March 28, two weeks after Madge was abducted and assaulted. Defense argued court remarks prejudiced the case. motions for dismissal were denied but a bill of exceptions allowed. The testimony covers drafting, signing, and the involvement of Miss Oberholtzer’s father in related suits.

Moblesville Madge Asi J. Smith Griff‘Ath G. Dean Ermina Moore Mise Qherholtzer Smith Indianapolis Miss Moore Kean Eph Inmun Stephenson Indiana Ku Klux Klan Ang Jury Phuridur Dean Frany Bly Mwa Moore John KK. Klowehurs

Three Inches Snow in Fairmont Weather Record

In Fairmont a three inch snowfall was recorded with expert Creed M. Nolyard noting steady precipitation since early morning and more expected through the day. The locale reports rain and snow patterns, highlighting a notably wet October with multiple days of rain and higher totals than usual.

Tairnont Creed M. Nolyard Anne Burt

Internationalism Gains Strength Through League Action

Paris reports that the League of Nations strengthens internationalism by resolving Greek Bulgarian quarrels through mediation at the council. France Britain and major powers lead, signaling possible Western unity and a move toward European cooperation, while Japan retains limited security gains under the Covenant.

Council Ttnejibeaptetre League France Britain Paris United States Europa Tahbhitdapan Busarno Atte Japan

Deny Petition On Gas Rates Injunction Plea

A court hearing on gas rate injunctions featured Attorney Blue arguing the state would face hindrance and uncertainty if the injunction is granted. The case involves Gas Company entities and the state tax collector, with consideration of penalties and potential delays affecting rate production and tax assessments.

Butler Mayor Seeks Extended City Police Director Leave

President weighs Kendrick request for longer leave of agency for Philadelphia police director Brign euerdt Smediey D. tier amid White House meetings and Senate committee diplomacy. Officials discuss future policing role and potential end-of-year decision as political maneuvering continues.

Philadelphia Marine General CIN Oatile Kendeiek Brigneuerdt Smediey Kendrick White House Wilbur Bajor Gigneral Lelquhe Marine Corps Butlers Simone Offien Swine Tag Senate Henan Kendeiuk Unawity

Trade commission approves revised artificial silk branding

The Washington commission approves a rewording of the Rayony label designating artificial silk products. The action, announced today, standardizes branding to avoid misleading terms and requires clear designation of the materials used.

Washington Act Tomas Lextilea

Alien Property Heads Indicted in New York Trial

A special federal grand jury in New York indicted four German and two Swiss nationals along with U S and foreign associates on charges of conspiring to defraud the United States by routing about seven million dollars in assets from American Metal Company through an alien property custodian. The case centers on the release of frozen assets tied to wartime German holdings and involves executives and corporate figures from Basel Frankfurt and other cities. The government alleges a planned transfer of funds and stock interests, with defendants to appear for arraignment as part of a broader alien property inquiry.

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Secrecy Veils Proceedings in Stillman Case

Secrecy cloaks court actions as Mrs Stillman sues banker James A. Bille Wainy in a divorce case. Reports conflict on reconciliation prospects and who authorized the divorce claim. Counsel for the banker denies unauthorized filings while noting papers are tied to Westchester and Duchess counties court procedure as the couple’s status remains unresolved.

Mra Ania Mok James A. Bille Wainy Stiman West Chester County Effores AL Mra. Stliman Haa Eit N. Ott Tommel Durin Wiencheer Fred Dk A. Wrench Guy Nell West Cuester Pulian Duchess Liefest Somnelluy J. Bullivan Stil Stiliman White Sulphur Springs W. Va

Paris Plans to Break Officer In Syrian Bombardment Debate

Reading through dispatches from Washington, officials argue Paris aimed to clear up the Damascus bombardment incident. Estimates put Damascus damage at 10 million dollars with 1,009 killed as consular reports reach Ambassador Herrick. Diplomats press Paris to assume responsibility for the crisis and its fallout on allied relations.

Washinton Ambnaatdor Herrick Damascus Sarraul Syria Great Britain United States Paris Cheter Isles

Laidley Field Set to Welcome Football Fans This Afternoon

Laidley Field will host a large crowd for an afternoon football event with visiting teams from West Virginia and others. Organizers urge attendees to arrive early as decorations and safety measures are prepared by city officials including the police, aiming to ensure a festive and orderly gathering.

Laidley Field Musee W. OW. Werte Yeatertay Ieee Charenton Virginia Winn Furton Leo Aguine College Votore Poweiile Keston Earl

Charlestan gridiron classic set under fair weather outlook

Charlestown’s annual West Virginia Virginia gridiron clash between the Mountaineers and the Generals is promised under favorable conditions despite a misty forecast. Key players Kay Thomas leads Charleston and Johnny Mew Vox steps in for Washington-Lee as fans pour into Charleston amid road travel and a strong outpouring of local support. The game, scheduled for 4:30 pm, draws crowds from across the state and nearby regions to witness a storied rivalry renewed in prime weather.

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Citizens Corporation May Bid On Old Annex Sale

Stockholders of the Citizens Corporation will meet November 1 to decide if the capitol atmos building should be sold to the library commission for 100000 dollars. The meeting at 8 o'clock in the main dining room of the Business Men's club will consider offering the property to the state while assuming existing indebtedness totaling about 400000 dollars.

Citizens Corporation Capitol Atmos Library Kanawha Valley Bank P. Potter Eelock Business Men's Club Moore Pulldlms Mbrare Commission Citizers Charleston Sts Librarr Commission Willfal

Weather Bureau records broken by two inch snowfall

Washington records a rare early snowstorm with two inches of snow, extending across nearby Virginia and into Tennessee and Oklahoma. The weather bureau notes historic snowfall levels, with previous near record of four inches on November 4, 170. The forecast calls for clear but cold weather tomorrow and through Sunday.

Washington Weather Bureau Virginia Tennessee Homa Arkansas

Raid on Councilman Price Home Sparks Alcohol Probe

In Spencer Oct 30 local officers raided the residence of Councilman Price in Alvord uncovering liquor. Price was exonerated after his son Clarence confessed ownership and received a sentence. Prosecutors pursued others including Hunt and Buford Tanner revealing liquor sources tied to the Price boys. Further details continued on page nine.

Spencer Wint T. Price Counciliny Halen Betora Thomas Hia Res Denen Alvord Aemyn Carl Munt Jef Pullue Will Ryan Young Hunt Butort Tanner Desire Hunt Attrhey Buford Tanner Tney Mquor Price Clarence Wart Raymond Wareranta Stable Meonnn Ray

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