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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1925

Page

8

Baby Examination Attendance and New Entrants at Kanawha Fair

The Kanawha fair exam proceeds with about 40 babies checked Monday and Tuesday while staff express hope for completion. New entrants listed include Fisher, James, Kirimar, Fruth, Dera Cole, Lawson, Jones, Koures, Zoil, and others. Girl Scout volunteers assist mothers. twins Caldwell attract attention. Bowles family shows four babies. Kerr then referenced in suicide note context.

Erik's Kanewha B. J. Fisher Norman Jamens Zavabre Martha Is Levabri Joseph Charles Kirimar Klehnan Central Avenue Se Wiliam Fruth George Kruth Lee Street Joseph Dera Cole Joseph Cole Washington Street Annetta Lewn Lawson J. Hanley Lawson Pludtwood Hugh Dene Jones Low. Jones Trasiow Street Nosvef Kourer Jutth Koures Edward E. Zoil A. A. Shawkey B.S. Preston Henry Glass W. J. Price J. H. Wick Ray Russel BR. A. Ireland S. M. Likens Myers Keller Edith Meyers Misattie Etein Will Heeps Ella Cunningham Hamer Wiseman Birs. H. O. Hoffman Girl Scout Troops Charleston Wakins Pansy McDaniels Eather Tesler Jmny Wallace Jessi Guiers Ruy Shultz Ais Zell A. He

Gets Hi at Drug Stores Promises Quick Pain Relief

An ad asserts a corn treatment works for any age and condition with a single touch, shrinking the corn and easing pain. It claims a scientific approach used by dancers actors doctors and millions, warns against imitators, and directs readers to drug stores.

Gorman Puts Charges Through Hot Practice

Gorman directs a hard high school football practice as Fayette County aims for the season opener at Oak TENE field in Charleston. Coach Garman hones the lineup with several veterans and contenders, stressing scrimmage readiness and speed.

Gorman High School Grid Oak Hill Aggregation Rocco Forman Fayette County X Fuel Charleston Inez Sear Gortian Saimedisy Hive Ff Lydia Matte Stark Eli

Visitors from Huntington Register at Local Hotels

A large party of visitors from Huntington checked into area hotels yesterday. Among them were Kyle Mounts, N. Steely, Bill Chatin, Leslie Shee, TF Rlss, SiNard Ellis, L. 8, and many others, with numerous registrations listed for the downtown trainers and local accommodations.

Kyle Mounts N. Steely Bill Chatin Leslie Shee TF Rlss SiNard Ellis Baifields | Blo Christian Wiliam Wilam Maynard Harley Curry Breening Mra Don Wells Fron Huntington Ty Countewpbs Prewling John Berry Orn Meloy Randolph, Spencer Ez. Keeler H.W. Bovina WM. Hatheldt Stephan Wwerg He Holley Gouree Vaughn J. J. Dite Kratiwals L. S. Henson Alves Amy Hines Mre

Nitro News notes local visitors and community events

Warner Martin 2 Buffela visits uncle in Fortieth street. Buptice church holds annual meeting with baskets for picnic dinner. Charleston visitors include Mr. CA McLainlan and Mr. J Huysonpiller. Local births, travels, and neighborly visits detailed among Nitro residents and nearby towns.

Warner Martin Buffela Freak Helstein Fortieth Street Buptice Church CA. McLainlan Wisness Charleston Anernoon J. & Huysonpiller G. H. Davishna Hama St Gl Stewart Twenty Slater M.A. Head Cleveland Kate Lockwood Frye Johnson Second Avenue Bam McDoneld Lewilb Hyeburt Cod Company L. Jordan Ed Moody Mitra New Shafter Sirk C. A. McLichlan Cairleston Devon Cnli A. Mack Mey Tae Joseph Zeman Ray Poling ML. Co

Saklatvala Disappointed by Passport Visa Action

London in September 16 report shows Shapuril Saklatvala, Communist MP, expressing disappointment at Secretary of State Kellar’s passport visa decision to the United States. He declines further comment, noting plans to sail Saturday and awaiting further steps from officials.

Saklatvala London House of Commons Kellar United States Saktetvaly

Army Recruitments Open in Charleston Facility

United States Army recruiting officers announced openings at the Red Cross building in Charleston for diverse branches. Instruction calls for qualified clerks and specialists. infantry, artillery, and cavalry quotas will be filled soon with local applicants from Indiana and Panama areas.

United States Army Charleston United Shiter Remy Dnfantey Tote Artillvey Bor Wee Thomas Panama Red Cross

Modern Music Festival Showcases New Contemporary Works

Arcure Towns nial director of Vin New York Metropolitian Opera introduces a festival at Marks theater celebrating contemporary music. The program features modern composers and a new symphonic work. Towns comments that the experience felt nearly fun as critics seek to explain the festival’s artistic aims.

Venice Arkure Tounns Nial Forster Prusleal Vin New York Metrapalit Oper Bial Felonda Mure

Railroad Petition on Freight Rates May Mean Changes

Eastern railroads file before the Interstate Commerce Commission seeking modification of the coal rate order. Petition argues divisions among carriers and asks rehearing to adjust rates and routes, citing industry disruption from coal strikes and requiring updated district pricing.

Interstate Commerce Commission On Coal Rate Herbert Pfahler Gillette Washington Intaratate Commerce Commission Ameriva Pennsylvania Rommnileai Teurgu- Mont Lw Commission

Fragmentary report on seven parions and two wants

Incomplete text describes seven parions and two wants reported during a move from Asheville region. Mentions between Nera and Burtisville with hints of Aehontle, Lelpaione Hime, Asheville Ctllgon and Killen. Informant could not provide precise details.

Nera Burtisville Aehontle Asheville

BROKE THE BANK aaria Ford returns from France

Aaria Ford, renowned as one of the best dressed women in America, has returned from France and was reported abroad in Beawytlg for BLGU.

Aaria Ford France Halled America

Obituary notice for Abbert Labban and family details

A fragmented obituary reports the sudden death of Allert Tabban and mentions Abbert Labban. It lists mourners including Mrs Jusin Hh Clark and Mrs. AL A. Lulbatt of Wartensburg Ma. Services were held at the Hitee Baptist burned in St. Albans. Burial followed at Tuna TUL cemetery with many relatives named.

T. B fMetfeld Barnapis George W. Bryer Ashhoml K White Princeton J. L. Shniar Stone Gap Wat Davd EL Chaimlen Mrs. Ry Rye Ant J. I. Cohn Gole Walden Edward Simith Mr. Jacobyr J. &. Sehaws Landers Dew York FG. Seller W. F. Sielta Louis J. Binele Bengaren Wheeling Aliee Elites Misa Pyorence Campbell Vranherrs Tromten Bhp Mee Luchmond Vir Butruss WY Eager Steevie OL Otty le Itay Dow Boone Lean Spencer NS JT Boynes AL Wedte Simthy de de Wltets EL HY. Wien Bod S. Bi Marris Delrail van Monde Cherleshur Maerting Mercy Aharon York Deat Downs Ate Lawn Festuibe I Woods Osborne A. de Carey Hay Burs Ik Heenan Columba Wam Brewster Liwisture Mire AL Waller Hefei Strand Ales WY. Koight Acme Tanen Cinemnati A. Jamisen Hl. Albans D. Nicholas Finwayways Dudinstan Terranioeth Prelffern FU Phan Gilera Montinaly Treloor Abbert Labban Woelas Allert Tabban AL A. Lulbatt Wartensburg Lathan Jusin Hh. Clark Hitee Baptist St. Albans Kidd Fol Kidd Giarney Kidd John Kidd Charles Kidd B.C Myers SDP

Real Name of Ohio Due to Giant Flora

A quirky historic note describes a giant plant specimen labeled as Broddingemagia causing sensational speculation. The account mentions Canton and nearby markets, with vivid oddities about vines, pumpkins, and a show window display as observers ponder the plant’s true origin and size.

Ohio Manietta Chiy Canton Getungius Dean Lewre Hamiess

Big Lake of Oil Sought at Mexico City

An article from Mexico City discusses the potential discovery of a large oil and hot water reservoir in the valley near the ancient lake bed. It explains geological uncertainty, anticipated wealth for locals, and government plans to lease drilling rights, noting sinking buildings and unusual foundations in the area.

Mexico City W. PP Mpextco City Wis Ameivnt Nitta Mexico Lake of Oll Old Lake Wed Laege Cortes Venice Pas Virgin of Guadalupe Avillers Wrael Ypres

Johnson Speaks to Business Club in Charleston Address

Abney Barnes executive Okey Th Johnson urged Charleston business leaders at the Ste lureheon Hotel Ruffer to back economic growth. He cited $4 billion invested in the valley and urged younger workers to support industry expansion as Rev. Jottase urged committees to act on remedies amid ongoing street problems.

Okey Th Johnson Abney- Barnes Company Urgerthemerican Business Club Ste Lureheon Hotel Ruffer Charleston Thatie Chryleston Sn Johnsen Vwi Chamber of Commerun Huginesa Eta Orgpintza Bhavelt UO Neale Roerge Tars West Virginia Merida Jottase Emos Roll Wriday Tuttner Neale Marida

KIWANIANS UNVEIL Cantiied Memorials and Leaders Comment

Secretary Hughes cited no better way to symbolize international friendship while Governor McLeod warned of history if borders were marked by memorials and fortifications. Figures from Virginia to Canada voiced support for international understanding, with labor leaders stressing shared interests across borders.

Hughes Ritetin Maryland Lee Trinkle Kaverner Virginia Thomas Y. McLeod South Carolina Willian G American Bederatipic of Labor Teleerian la Hor Canada United Statea Public Working Harding

South Charleston News Parents Teach Association Meeting

South Charleston report notes PTA parents plan a September 7 reception at the new school on Third Avenue and Was Street honoring teachers and staff. Leon Quinlett and M A Quinlett at Seventh Avenue are ill with synoid fever in McMillan Hospital. Mrs Ho V Sian hosted a tea at Reed Apartments in South Charleston for Mrs Donal Merrill McIntyre. Guests included many local residents and friends with detailed room decor described. Lilian Calvan of South Charleston extended Kanawha dance in Charleston. Rev P Groves from South Charleston admitted to Mauplain State hospital. First Presbyterian church Ladies announce a sale postponed to a later date.

Parent and Teachers Association of the South Charleston Sefioala New Bien Sehool Third Avenue Was Street Selool Agelsts Atl Leon Ho V. Sian Reed Apartments Nth Alvent Donal Merrill McIntyre A. Smith R. WV. Sins Donald McIntyra A. ¥. Johnson Clarence White Helen Foster Albans Norman McCloud Lewis Constantina Mhurksen MacNey Herdivy Handley Myra. J Fem Browning C. Swisher VM d Charles Blainn Fe Jays FI. Hi Charleston Lilian Calvan LP. Groves South

Marmet project awaits contract award delay details

A delay in awarding the contract to grade and gravel a road stretch from Kanawha River to Lens Creek holds up work. W. J. Harahan president and G. B. Well vice-president of Marmet firm may attend Friday’s meeting to discuss the issue.

Viian Atralehten Fangie Tyremnile Kanawhally Lens Creek W. J. Harahan G. B. Well

Absolution in Murder Case Hints at Family Tensions

In a county court preliminary hearing, Hazel Lags don, 14, of Arhbure, Ix, was absolved of murder after testifying he did not know the gunman and pointed to his heart when asked where he fired. Witnesses stated the elder Cogsdon was drunk and had threatened to kill his father, with the motive tied to family conflict.

Ucader Madisonvilee Hazel Lagsdon Arhbure Cogsdon

Wolves Exact Heavy Toll in Russia Yearly

A Moscow report outlines harsh losses among wolves in Russia with heavy toll from traps, dogs, and hunting. Officials note substantial mortality as campaigns to control wolf populations continue across regions.

Russia

Wife Seeks Divorce and Alimony Amid Turmoil

A wife files for divorce from proprietor G. Demetry, seeking alimony and a share of property. The case references a Norwood residence, a local restaurant, and a history of financial disputes. The narrative mentions a wealth of untold specifics and a deceased relative, with the court action moving forward.

Erin Aims to Prevent Abandonment of Babies

Article notes a rise in abandoned infants found in public places and the deaths of infants. It mentions efforts to curb this crisis, with references to investigations, adoption by foster mothers, and social measures. Also briefly notes a lightning death of seven German travelers and a Britain emigration figure for 1033.

Erin Tveland

Fall Style Ends Straight Lines in Fashion Show

The article notes a shift from straight silhouettes to wide skirts and fuller shapes in fashion, led by Paris designers. Madante and Lanvin promote broader skirts and long fall silhouettes with pearl embroidery and silver bands, while coats retain straight lines.

Paris Aing Chie Howe Jean Lanvin Rane de Atyle Keaha Thane Lanvin Tehaming Imudeld Alttun

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