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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1925

Page

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LaFollette Jr Wins Wisconsin Senate Primary Big Lead

Robert M LaFollette Jr gains a commanding lead in the Wisconsin Republican senatorial primary as results from 1,765 of 2,691 precincts show him ahead of Roy Wilcox and others. Wilcox and Woodward trail with Wilcox carrying strong southeastern counties while Woodward gains Ku Klux Klan support.

Associated Press Milwaukee Wis Wisconsin Robert M. KaFollette, Jr United States LaFollette Wilcox McGovern Woodward Young Rob la Follette Roy Wilcox Castidge Kenosha County Walworth Teck Aleeo Wate Tiecine Mwacumet Dantel Wentward Plac Francie McGovran Oncome Bruce William George Bruce Bilwaukee Charles B. Rogera Fort Atkinsum Madison Robert M. LaFollette, Jr Blaine Jors Ord Milwalkee Winesae Robert M. LaFollette Roy P. Wilcox Jollette Whines McGuvern

Democrats Win Logan Vote Case Declares Writs Improvidently Awarded

The state supreme court yesterday dismissed writs of error in six Logan county cases after ruling the petitions were not properly presented. The court defined improvidently awarded writs and specified how records must include evidence by proper exceptions or agreement of the parties.

Logan County State Supreme Court Trempton Fuetica Ermest Thompson F. Fiare Offies Juatica Neato K. FP. Nowlan J. W Reekectt Monmtest Board of Education Logan Ailine of Asfersey AB Syttalius Salestien Puro Fiebe

Pleas of Guilty in Liquor Cases Open West Virginia District Court

Pleas of guilty were heard in over twenty liquor violation cases as Judge George W. McClintic opened the southern district of West Virginia court in Huntington. Fines ranged from 44 months to years. several defendants pleaded not guilty and await trial. The grand jury returned 26 indictments, mainly liquor violations.

Associated Press Huntington George W. McClintic United States Comet West Vir A. Migram Hantington Bagrie Saren Nis Triad

Coolidge Backs Public Hearings On Aircraft Probe

President Coolidge endorses open hearings for the aircraft investigation and urges full public disclosure by the special board. He wants transparency unless wartime defense secrets are at stake and aligns with Secretary Davis on how hearings could affect charges against the army and the air force, notably Major General Mitchell.

Washington Coolidge Davis Army Calonel William Mitchell Anslatant

Europe eyes reforms as Geneva talks press for order

Delegates at Geneva urge economic adjustments amid talks on European recovery. France backs a broader international conference framework to coordinate measures with the League of Nations, aiming to ease postwar prosperity and prevent disputes.

France Geneva Europe Assembly of the Lenisue of Nations Frances Initiative Hungary Debra Tome United States Tarape Lowchent League Council League Thin Iig Way of the Restoration of Genewal Aft Germany Duis Debrourkere Kelgruit Pest Wien

Merger plan unifies West Penn electric subsidiaries

Pittsburgh based West Penn company proposals unveil a new West Penn Electric Company to absorb West Penn Energy and Keystown Power and Tie, creating a superpower system. The network would span 25 miles of Baltimore to Ohio River region with about 900000 kilowatts capacity and 200 miles of transmission lines serving roughly 11 million people. Capitalization includes 40 million in preferred and common stock.

Pittsburgh Hel, Porter American Woe Works Uretric Conmans, Ton, Todas Vtutement Lu West Penn Company West Penn Electric Company Baltimore Arrowy West Virghire Ohio River Wratern Benhaylvania Enetrons Allen Ten Dan Naw

In Again Out Again Druggan Grand Jury Mystery

Chicago reports Terrence Druggan again appearing before a grand jury as investigators seek how he moved through jail and won leniencies. Federal prosecutors allege repeated jail visits and travels tied to his release conditions, with a former warden among those summoned to explain the case.

Druggan Grand Jury Chicago Terrence Druggan Conk Cruns Steve Clala Sianiea

Finding of Marks at Capitol Marks Double Cleaning

A fragmented report describes someone finding marks at Capitol during a cleaning effort. The account mentions a doged of wontrak bow, a whistle-cronning appel, and a claim of German marks tied to a Crown panel. The piece references a Germain Roverunel and a reward noted by patrons in Vatrona.

Capitol Amin Colwmbis Paneel Germain Roverunel

Gravel Hearing Set For Friday In Joint Rail Gravel Case

A Friday hearing was scheduled by the public service commission regarding a complaint by Tatheld Construction Co of Huntington against Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. The case seeks a joint rate of 1.5 per ton for sand and gravel shipped from Huntington to West Blue Creek and other Elk River points, with the sand graded along the Charleston-Clend road. The railroad has proposed 1.18 per ton, and the commission will decide if a regulator rate is warranted as suppliers and dealers align with Charleston counterparts. A hearing was arranged with a decision expected after further proceedings.

Seeview Conamisalon Tatheld Construction Comin Wtantington Ohio New York Central Railways Huntingson West Blue Creek Elk River charleston-Clen- Centa Murtington Chowaneske Chin Piberelon Commission Reilroad Lewisburg Wammdasion al Titers Ohio Railrand Simerast Delnr Pleasant Natural Gag Company

Train slaying sparks countywide indignation

A Black man fatally wounded Robert Hundley on a Cabin Creek bound train after Hicks mistook him for an enemy. Investigators report Hicks refused to answer questions, saying he acted to prevent a larger mob while seeking to reach Pittsburgh to avoid a confrontation with white and Black groups.

James R. Hicks Kanawha’ County Robert Hundley Yep Line Hand Trundiey Ann Charlestamae Hicks Dawn Hicks Oavenert Triad Charleston Chom Meer Java Coun Thindlay Mleh IrRin Keath TR. Belcher Cabin Otegle Gynecon Walter Willian Tha Azo Dittsburgh Amee Ba Prohibition Ceretoln Balale Auw Tandioy Charlaston Ho E Hundley Tefases Jatt Ag Tryndley Ud Kekdale Hhn Kel Tim Ander Hunilley Waele Hicka Jeil

Entire Tammany Group Victorious in New York Primaries

In New York on September 1, Mayor John F. Hylan was defeated for renomination by State Senator James J. Walker, Tammany designee, by a large margin as results came in. Frank D. Waterman led the Republican ticket, with insurgent candidates Hemnete and Lyons trailing. late editions declared Walker leading and Waterman winning the Republican contest amid Democratic strife.

New York John F. Hylan James J. Walker Tammany Designee Frank D. Watermann Cnsular Wiliam M. Hemnete John J. Lyons Basia Hylan Seerman Walker Waterman Rylan John H. McCuoey Kings County Democracy Wal Jher Ife Brookisn Hylana Joseph ¥. Mckee Edwards William ‘Hh Ewerde Princeton Iar Mr. Waterman Vate Lyons Bennett Bits Waterman Thest Frank D. Waterman John 3. Lyons Whman M. Bennett

Small Drop in Tax Collected Compared to 1924

Preliminary figures from the Bureau of Internal Revenue show federal tax receipts for fiscal year 1935 at 2 584 140 358 versus 2 790 159 057 for the year ending June 29 1924. Treasury officials say the small reduction under the 1924 tax law argues a lower rate would boost overall tax volume, encouraging business investment and new revenue sources.

Bureau of Internal Revenue Bureau Treasury Offielite Treasury Mivduetire

Non-Union Miners Call Strike Amid Turmoil

Non-union miners urged to strike on September 24 by Doted Mine Workers of America leaders in Fatamgnt. Van A. Mittner pressed workers to join Tailyd Minn miners, targeting Sept 24 with a parade plan. Officials delay parade permit as tensions rise. Local and national figures weigh in on union strategy and potential fines.

Mine Workers of America van A. Mittner Innermaoni Minn John I. Lewis Spor Cty Gittner

Republicans Sweep Pittsburgh Primaries Amid Tense City Race

Early unofficial returns from Allegheny County show Republican candidates leading in key offices including mayor and county sheriff, with notable tensions at polling places. Reports cite 40 000 vote margin for Kling over Smith, Braun and Wage ner among named contenders, and a shooting incident involving a poll watcher.

Allegheny County Mehuding Pittsburgh Oii Kling W. L. Smith Athe Ramblivan Colet Ab Duant Kline Amith GES Bor Sheriff Presinu H. Braun John H Honus) Wagener A. H. Reteling Gory Dalitie Internat Flahling Homeatynd Walter Gants Neate Guata Lan v. Thoma Ehetlons Wits

Mitchell Speaks Girl Artist Killed to Fire Marshals

A fragmentary report describes a girl artist killed during an event in Philadelphia. The account names interim officials and mentions a gunman’s actions and official response. The piece references a convention, inspections, and a statement by a correspondent in Philadelphia.

Mitchell

Woman Killed in Auto Smash Near St Albans Road

Marina Linkendwser 25 of 12 Pennsylvania Avenue was killed when a truck and an automobile driven by FP Nehick of High-Lawn collided on the St Albans road. The victim was walking beside her husband’s disabled car being towed. a vehicle passed on the wrong side and another crash followed. Death stated by Dr Dunn. An inquest set for 9 am at the Barlow undertaking with ScWick Creu in bond pending.

Marina Linkendwser Yiare Od W. J Linkenauger Pennsylvania Avenue FP. & Nehick High-Lawn St. Albans Linksenauxer Schick M.D. Goed ScWick Creu

Judge attacks Lone Wolf Asher operations in county inquiry

Judge Green of Sporta county circuit court orders the grand jury to examine the activities of the Lone Wolf Asher group and its allies. The charge accuses the network of violent acts including gunfire, revocation of civil rights, and incursions into the community. The judge urges a diligent probe into how such operatives gain influence and how the public can hold them to account.

Hone Wolf Asher Celeral Green Sporta County Septander Grand Jury Nis Asher Klarssactites Judie Gireon Lespmlai Washington Cua

Democratic Victory Reported In New York Mayor Race

Governor Smith praised the Hearst-Hylan campaign despite attacks. Enrolled Democrats praised the result as a forerunner of November victory while Hylan supporters offered mixed reactions. Separate counts showed Waterman leading the Republican field for mayor, with Lyons and Bennett also receiving votes as early tallies continued. In Dresden, former Crown Prince George of Saxony plans to join the Jesuits after ordination.

New York Smith Lete Tonleht Tnday Hearst-Hylan Dem George OW. Olvany Tamrosar James Ho Metoey Brooklyn Hylan John J. Lyons Amayor Witermain M. Bennett Waterman Smith Senetor Walker Tery Eity Hylan Culd Fohmem Prince Dresden Germany Crown

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