14 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1928
Page
1
Broad reports detail a fugitive named Jaworski retaken after a violent spree in Pittsburgh area, including a fatal guard shooting and a pursuit that ended with his capture. Trials and convictions tied to a payroll heist linked to the case are referenced as investigators close in.
A violent tornado swept through Northeastern Nebraska near Dakota City and Homer WInnebago Bancroft and entries, killing six named victims including Andrew Larson and Wend Stuart and injuring many others. Cars and trucks were wrecked on the highway as residents rushed to safety.
A fragmented note describes Willie Willis planning to stay at Pugs al edt rpoon but feeling lonely after his mother disapproved. The text mentions using quilts to make a tent.
Stewart says he loved his wife and regrets the act, recounting a plan to kill Miss Ferguson after meeting her at a bus stop. He described fleeing through the countryside, eluding police, and surrendering at his home where he was jailed. the confession aligns with witnesses and details the pursuit, arrest, and probation context under a new state law.
Governor Smith plans a six speech per tour on his first campaign trip across multiple states. The Democratic nominee will speak at seven key stops including Omaha and Milwaukee before New York State convention. He will conserve his voice with a strict train schedule and no speeches at certain stops.
Amarillo Tex Sept 19 The Columbia trans Atlantic nanoplane in the Souci Locomat nonstop race forced to land at Horry Field North Carolina after a 4 30 pm change announced plans to proceed to Los Angeles around 8 o clock tomorrow morning. Iseman had a safe gasoline supply at Myrtle Beach International but feared insufficient fuel to complete the flight. The craft departed Roosevelt Field at 4 32 pm yesterday.
In Los Angeles Russell Beyel a former Philadelphia attorney linked to the murder of his common law wife Barbara Mauger faced a delayed proceeding to meet new counsel Joseph Feiner. Judge Burnell condemned defense attorney Verne Hamilton for contempt of court as the case proceeded with the sentencing soon to follow.
Mellon states business is sound with prospects for six months, citing improved coal demand and fixed loan costs. He reports no imminent slump in general business, noting high money rates pose no material barrier. Federal Reserve data show increased bill purchases and brokers loans, reflecting expanding credit needs and routine securities adjustments.
Chicago September 13 police intensified a hunt for ten year old Billy Raniers amid threats by kidnapers to kill him if a ransom of 60 400 dollars is not paid. Father contractor A Frank Reniers and Italian detectives collaborated to locate the boy while worried mothers kept children indoors. Witness Rose Gondecka described seeing a car intercept the boy as two men snatched him and drove away.
Chicago on September 1g Roy C Toombs a life insurance officer was held on 65000 bonds after his arrest on embezzlement of assets from the International Life Insurance Company of St Louis of which he was president He appeared at the sheriff s office and then in court where a habeas corpus was granted delaying extradition A hearing was set for October and he remains under bankruptcy referee jurisdiction while receivership involvement and a related brokerage firm scandal are noted with a 3 500 000 figure cited in assets manipulations.
In Los Angeles on September 13, Dr. Paul Bowers testified that Leo P. Kelley showed signs of degeneracy after examining the murder scene of Mrs. Myrtle Meili, describing the killing as an emotional orgy and Kelley as inclined to degeneracy. The testimony preceded closing arguments in the jury trial. A second notice from Men Made ILE MOURDSVILLE reports fifty workers exposed to a high pressure air and natural gas blast at the Foster Glass Company factory, causing no injuries though some plant sections were halted for repairs.
Dr. Strickler, a Pairmont physician and Republican, sends a critical letter to Dr. Hatfield charging the party with broken farmer promises over eight years. He cites federal land banks and alleged misleading advertising as evidence of betrayed trust and political manipulation.
Geneva dispatch reports six power talks secrecy over withdrawal from Rhineland. A plan under study envisages a conciliation and verification commission to control the zone once evacuation begins and to cease after 1935. Germany agrees to evacuee terms but cabinet clearance is pending. The commission would start once the last allied soldier leaves German soil, with questions unsettled on its exact representation and powers.
In Columbia Senator Joe Robinson denounces whispering campaigns as un-American and harmful to immigration policy. He contrasts Republican and Democratic platforms on immigration and quota laws, argues both favor restricted immigration, and claims the real danger is defeat if battles are waged openly rather than by deceptive methods. He visits South Carolina to shore up support.
San Juan Porto Rico September fourteen damage is estimated at two million dollars as a tropical hurricane struck the city early this morning. The Weather bureau anemometer registered 139 miles per hour before it was torn from its post as the gale raged. Winds were over 100 miles an hour for hours and may have reached 150 at peak.
Hoover analyzes setbacks in the northeast as he refines campaign plans. News from the 1928 air derby reports debatable times and winds delaying pilots from Roosevelt Field to Albuquerque, with Goebel winning a partial claim and others landing at multiple points. a serious crash injures Col. Thaw and a passenger, while pilots vow to finish independent of the official derby.
Washington Sept 13 state finance chairman in several southern states were appointed today by J R Nutt treasurer of the Republican National committee as follows South Carolina Joseph W Tolbert Greenwood Tenn 4 committeeman Paul J Kruess of Chattanooga Texas R B Creager of Brownsville Richmond committeeman of Virginia Isaac J Marcus West Virginia Walter S Hallanan Republican National committeeman of Charleston
Governor Walter Maddock of North Dakota, a Republican by party, announced he would join the Democrats for reelection. The move follows his tenure as governor after being elected two years ago on the American ticket and marks a significant party switch in state politics.
New York dispatch reports Democratic managers launching an organized effort to sway 6,090,000 La Follette votes toward Governor Smith. They predict progressives will bolster Smith in states like Massachusetts Wisconsin Iowa California Ohio and Minnesota as Republicans and socialists shift support. The plan cites Wilfred Walsh and party figures claiming most progressives in Congress will back Smith though some avoid public endorsement due to local conditions.
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS Sept 18 The proposed merger of coal companies in Southern West Virginia will not be discussed at tomorrow's Smokeless Coal Operators Association annual meeting. Consideration of the merger has been postponed to an indefinite date as several companies have not reported decisions. A special meeting to consider the merger plans may be called later. Final matches in a bolt tournament sponsored by the operators will be played tomorrow after the business session.
New York on September 13. The famous actress Bets Denels denies engagements with tennis star Tilden and betrothal to Charley Baddeck. She also refuses both Smith and Hoover on November fourth while there is wild gossip about her upcoming marriage to Santa Clare.
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