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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1925

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Anger Roused Casts Woman Into Furnace Murder Trial

In a New York case, George Symuk is charged with slaying Mrs. Soonte Poleski by dragging her into a furnace at a lower East Side lumber yard. He claimed fear she planned to poison him with wine she brought. Police recovered the burned body and a blooded hammer as questions continue.

New York Soonte Poleski Lower East Side George Symuk Freman Petrie Poleski Mney John Symak Ryan Pollee Nystifed Bulding Desh Liberty Tt Bi Bot Uberty Srw Somuk Dolice Symuk Miock Worman

Veteran Conductor Dies at Fairmont

FAIRMONT Sept 23 Jacob Kerns 66 a veteran Baltimore and Ohio Railroad conductor died at his home after months of illness He was a retired conductor and Brotherhood of Tailway conductors member Kerns invented a device to unload cinders from a bottom car using a crossbar under the rear wheels The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon He leaves a widow and several children

Fairmont Jacob cc Merny Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Brotherhood of Tailway Kerns

Dead woman not her daughter says Mrs Tabor in Denver

Sept. 22. The Post reports Mrs H A W Tabor widow of the late Senator Tabor declares the Chicago morgue woman is a rank imposter claiming Silver Dollar Tabor did not commit suicide or die in Chicago Saturday night. She says her daughter Rose Tabor was to return home to Denver.

Denver H. A. Ww. Tabor Tabor Inka Remgnate Mnan Chicago Ushier Asain Chi Rose Tabor Sir Tabor

Wheeling Franchises Revoked Over Street Tarlings

Wheeling authorities revoke the city railway's franchise after repeated paving violations. The system faces seizure and possible sale or transfer to the traction company, with Manager H. J. Kirknaid overseeing the transition as terms are set.

Wheeling City Railway H. J. Kirknaid Ic Traction Company

Royal Wedding in Savoy Voice of Feudal Festivities

Kings and commoners alike celebrate the engagement of Princess Mafalda in a monumental ceremony at the Savoy palace. King Emmanuel and Queen Helena host nobles and villagers in a grand banquet, fireworks, and a lakeside procession amid cypress shadows and festive gardens. The article notes Civil and religious rites planned for tomorrow with Musfoly as crown notary and Monsignor Beccarri presiding. The piece transitions to U.S. dispatches about Camp Sherman land transfer to the justice department for offender rehabilitation and a separate note on freight-rate case expectations in West Virginia.

Italy Jolves Kinstotle Tomorow Mafalda Kinz _manuel Philip of Hee Savoy Europe Emmanuel House of Savoy Danenet Villaxére Ag Verne Villa Victor Helena Mia € Nigne

Plan to Resume Road Conference in Mansion Today

The governor's conference on the Marmet road issue resumes today at the Mansion. Officials from the state road commission, Chesapeake and Ohio railway, interurban company, and Kanawha county court have been compiling data on the Kanawha City to Tene Creek highway segment for presentation to the conference. Attending with Governor Gore are Vice President Wall, John Dice, Chairman Bortney, and a county court member.

Marmet Road State Road Commission Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Interurban Company Kanawha County Kanawha City Tenecreek Gore Wall C. & G. Diy Aasistant John Dice Bortney Roid Commission

Gas Cars to Replace Steam on Lehigh Valley Lines

In September the Lehigh Valley railroad will test gasoline motor driven cars with three types and two car trains replacing steam on long hauls up to 122 miles and shorter branch runs. Gas electric cars built by Electro Motive of Cleveland and rail cars by Mack Trucks will run between Jersey City and Mauch Chunk, with Rock Island service also noted. The move aims to cut costs and improve efficiency on freight and passenger segments.

New York Sept Lehigh Valley Railroad Electro-Motive Company of Cleveland Mack Trucks Jersey City Lila Bose Rock Island Fratiera

Insurance Men Cheer at San Antonio Convention

Report from the national convention of State Insurance in San Antonio last week describes entertainment and activities. Andre Toni attended with others, including Auditor Hood, amid a chaotic bull riding event. Several injured, a bystander killed as the first bull entered the arena. security and officials reported disorder and suspect activity among fighters.

Darin State Insurance San Antonia Mainmoran Andre Toni Ubcht Hood Ameriain Vinitora By the Litter Wheering the Lath Bond Vuld, Butrena Renault Pulte Stan

Polls Scandal Probed in Pike County Election Inquiry

In Coluus Sept 28 witnesses before a federal grand jury testified to Democratic and Republican fund flows for votes in Pike County. Farmers said money ranged from 5 to 15 dollars per vote while denying they personally accepted payments. Absent voter ballots and oath requirements were cited as common tactics. Dozens of witnesses were summoned, with many bringing family and friends. an improvised courtroom nursery was set up for the session.

Coluabus Pike County Grand Juty

League of Nations plans disarmament conference

Geneva September 2 British delegate backed a plan for a preparatory study by the disarmament commission toward a conference for general reduction and limitation of armaments. The assembly endorsed aims to advance arbitration security and disarmament as a path to broader peace.

Geneva Conieri League of Nations Assembly Dhe Commission Yao Disarmament Commission League Enunels Progres

Logan Laundry Fire Ravages West Virginia Plant

A blaze at Logan Laundry in Logan West Virginia on September 22 destroyed Kantang machinery with losses around 54000. The business was preparing to move into a new building adjoining. the new site remained undamaged except for some minor equipment damage during the blaze.

Logan W. Va Aracama Langry

Girders Fail Causing Wreck, Kraus Testifies at Inquiry

Naval court of inquiry in Larehurst hears Commander Kraus attribute wreck to girders failing forward of the Shensundesh ship. He describes brittle aluminum at girders and asserts no crystallization or internal pressure cause. Survivors recount events before the disaster as the court plans further testimony and examination.

Larehurst N.S Sidney AL Krai Taday Naval Court of Inquiry Walt Sajual Ava Ghia Macehary Lansdowna Efncer Imen Uritte Nerr Troken Plyre Cononander Kraus Los Angeles Eellp Netling Wil Wweavk Iliin Phucedt Sone

Fifty Thousand English Troops In Mimic Battle

Fifty thousand English troops engage in a simulated battle as rain-soaked fields bear the load of war game maneuvers. Soldiers drill under a grey sky, with units advancing and retreating in a disciplined display as leaders coordinate movements across bleak terrain.

McNamara Found Guilty in Indiana Labor Case

Jonna McNamara, 49, alum of the Iron Workers union, was found guilty of a technical charge of blackmail in Indianapolis criminal court. The state argued his “reign of terror” involved pressuring employers and orchestrating violence tied to labor disputes, with a possible 1 to 5 year sentence. defense plans a new trial as Judge Pred Gnause weighs motions. McNamara previously served time for a Los Angeles Times building conspiracy and related deaths.

Indianapolis Jonna McNaimara Iron Workers Facos Efe Stata Werkwin Bustarens Charles Khlox McNamara The Los Angelsco Times Hina and Lewellyn Times Wreckure San Quentin Penitentiary Indianapoli McNa Mara Indiana

Prince of Wales Narrowly Escapes Train Avalanche

Ny Ward special correspondent reports in Junin Argentina that the Prince of Wales escaped disaster when an avalanche roared down the Andes ten minutes after a return from the mountains. A boulder crossed the line as workers cleared the drift, and the coach could have been wrecked if struck. The prince planned to proceed to Buenoa Alros then Martinez de Hez for further celebrations on Saturday.

Ward Pac Junin Argentina Prince of Wales Andes Buenoa Alros Martinez de Hez Chanamnatih Allianca Londo Mutha

Privilege Inquiry Looms Over Chicago Beer Runners

In Chicago a wide ranging inquiry unfolds as sheriffs, jail officials, politicians, and beer runners travel to the federal building to explain granting special privileges to inmates serving federal charges. Sheriff Peter M. Cotterman faces contempt control while Westbrook and others face questions over inmate releases and permissive actions tied to Druggan and Lake.

Westbrook Chicago County Juiln Js Iurum Thera Srollet Albera VAD Westey Westbrook Drugeny Lake Diety Ontinggs Werthrogk Tomurrow Sherif Anal

Horse Show Opens Week of Charleston Expansion

The Capitol City Horse show began at Laidley Field during Come to Charleston Week with 21 stables entered and an expected large crowd weather permitting. Army polo teams and aircraft from Wilbur Wright Flying Field featured the event, while classes ranged from novice saddles to heavy harness. Local riders and out‑of‑town visitors gathered amid a social atmosphere as rain interrupted play but could not dampen the spectacle.

Ay Bk. W Stephan Charleston Laidley Field Cheelys Fe Laidley Stadium Hhem Churchinn Horn Afa Cherl Church Waa Novive Boyish Bon C. H. Sterritt Aya Cldden N. J. Bneed Huntington Red Oak Stables Allen Waters Briar Maid Melvin Howard Orange Blossom Howard Harry Creak Birdman Allen Botts Berdonsvily Viey Ashland Black Binville Col. J. I. Mead Springfeld Cera Dittle Joe Colonel Mead Horgen Allen Potts Merry Lass Happy Hirdman Potts Laidley Field Stadium RY Nwarry L. Flourway Kanawha Wilbur Wright Dayton Ghie Laldtey Field Great South Grand Stand Witton Army Laidley Owhert B. Aul¢man Tenth Army Atth Corps George D. Freeman J. I. Hardin Fort Benjamin Harrison Indianapolis Ind the Elks Club Quarrier Street Wheelo Emerick Uboh Imaneuvers

St Louis Plans New Radio Station in Major Venture

A large group led by the St Louis Globe-Democrat today completed the arrangements for a major radio broadcasting station in St Louis. The 5000 watt facility, estimated at 210000 dollars, aims to serve the Missouri region and five neighboring states, with annual costs around 185000 dollars and operation ready shortly before Christmas.

ST. Louis 8. Louis Rept St. Louie United States St Louis Ning St. Loui Globe-Democrat Feady St. Louts

High Officials Stand Firm Against Mitchell Air Plan

Washington report says top officers gave united opposition to major reorganization of the nations air defense. Secretary Wilbur and Navy leaders urged maintaining a unified air service under naval control, opposing a separate air department or independent corps. They argued unity of effort, interservice ties, and cited reports from British and American sources supporting the current arrangement. Hoover Jr. undergoes operation. hospital condition reported excellent. Norfolk and Western revenue and profit figures show August surplus and year-to-date gains.

Washington Air Board Ravel Air Service Whur Admiralty Department of National Defence Win. Mitchell Mer Air Department Air Service Marine Corps Navy Lune Army Wilbur Edward W. Eberle W. 4. Moffett Bureau of Seronauke Joseph Straune Navy Peneeral Board Pertakeo Moffett Bureau of Aeronautics Admiral Moffett Eberle Air Pe Bureau of Navigation Kto Wilburn Oda’ Acesson Almont Tival All Service London Aid Quoteriona Coonts Edward Coontz United States Fleet Milva Department United Air Service Rave Jat Straps Jeno Mitchell Air Corps Magen M. Patrick Army Air Service

Prohibition Enforcement Score Stalled in West Virginia

In Weec Virginia, General Lincoln C. Andrews leads a new enforcement effort against liquor with arrests showing little improvement in moonshine and bootlegging. Officials say conditions remain entrenched, and despite actions against manufacture and transport, foreign whiskey enters the state and no distilleries exist locally.

Weec Virginia Lincoln C. Andrews West Virginia United States Tere Andrews Jy Chia

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