27 Sep 1926
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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1926
Page
1
Reports from Washington detail Republican leaders pressing to make President Coolidge and prosperity the central message for the November election. They promise to emphasize tariff relief and farm measures while criticizing Democratic plans as insufficient, with strategic pushes to frame tax reductions as imminent.
In Florence an explosion damaged the home of a Republican deputy and opposition leader. Intruders forced entry during the owner's absence, searched rooms, and planted a device that exploded after departure. Floors collapsed and furnishings burned. firemen controlled the blaze. Estimated damage around 20,000 lire.
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Paris dispatch reports Premier Folacarn tudtar pledging France will not yield on the issue of who sparked the war. He warned the nation that France will meet any threat beyond its frontiers and that war veterans demand united resistance. Cabinet plans and upcoming meetings are under speculation as authorities anticipate further actions.
New York Sept 20 entering its fourth week tomorrow the Dawher ty Miller conspiracy trial in Sedard court shows chief interest the possibility either defendant may testify as part of the defense strategy. Government seeks to prove record in documentary evidence. Seventy five witnesses heard some twice or thrice identifying hundreds of checks from banks in Cincinnati Washington Court House Wilmington Delaware Cleveland and New York among others. Prosecution nears remainder of its case while United States District Attorney Boory Duckner signals confidence.
Owenboro Ky March report recalls Thomas Delgrade Datlard a survivor of the Mexican War who died yesterday at his farm home in St Joseph Davenport County He enlisted in the U S Army for service in Mexico and served six months He was born in New Haven Ky and left behind a wife six children and a few months of pension eligibility
Washington Sept 26 AP reports the Internal Revenue Bureau’s year end figures show a broad rise in tax receipts after mid year rate cuts. Total internal revenue last year reached $2,995,929,895 led by income taxes up $33,698,054 and corporate levies up $175,?7,037. Automobile and miscellaneous taxes rose, back taxes totaled $404,527,407, New York accounted for over a quarter of all taxes, and Michigan led automobile tax collections with $34,202,202. North Carolina posted $149,37,206 for cigarette tax.
Democrats open state convention with Governor Alfred E Smith expected as nominee. Upstate delegates seek unity on prohibition while targeting heavier support for United States Senator James W. Wadworth against Smith’s policy. Contenders include Ogden L. Mills and Robert F. Wagner in a tense build toward the nominating vote.
Los Angeles on September 2 1930s era light: vaudeville figure Jarj Claude Al Conlin known as Alexander the man who knows along with C. Sagan helmer and two oil company heads were released on $10 900 bonds each after federal warrants charged them with attempting to extort $60 000 from Los Angeles millionaire G Allan Hancock. Threat letters signed John and the gang demanded unmarked 320 bills and warned of consequences if not followed. A similar note also reached Mrs Hancock and another investment official's wife. Conlin had previously claimed government officers obtained home documents by subterfuge while his mail was disturbed during his absence.
Franklin Smith, Republican candidate for United States senator from Illinois, declared that as long as the Eighteenth Amendment is part of the constitution, he will uphold it. He said prohibition cannot be settled by changing the Volstead Act, which enforces the law, and that repeal would require a new federal approach. He added a pledge to follow the will of Illinois voters on constitutional questions.
Evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson must appear in municipal court in Los Angeles on Sept 16 for criminal conspiracy charges tied to her disappearance last May and reappearance in Arizona. Several co defendants including Minnie Kennedy and Audora Kennedy face related counts as details of the aborted case emerge from district attorney statements and McPhersons church broadcasts.
Washington Sep 26 Dry forces split over Governor Andrews stance as the Prohibition Bureau chief will not back bills to place enforcement under civil service rules. Warner Wheeler of the Anti-Saloon League warned of a strong push for passage in the Senate next winter. Wheeler said civil service would aid enforcement, while Andrews indicated opposition after talks with prohibition administrators who fear red tape will hinder hiring.
London dispatch reports Lieutenant Commander Robert A Burg of the U S Navy aviation section at the American embassy in London died from injuries after a plane crash near Caterham Surrey last Tuesday. Major Clarence L Tinker U S Army Air Forces also injured but later reported recovering sufficient to leave hospital. The crash occurred during a low circling maneuver at Kenley airfield when the engine failed and the craft struck a tree. Both officers were aboard the aircraft when it wrecked in a field and their burning clothing were extinguished.
Detroit reports indicate rival GOP factions will hold separate state convention delegations, one aligned with Governor Groesbeck and the other with Colonel Green. Wayne County constitutes about a third of delegates, while possible shifts and votes could influence nominations for secretary of state, auditor general, and attorney general amid Malfeasance charges and a looming Democratic push led by William A. Comstock.
Governor Gore will headline the tenth anniversary convention of the West Virginia Federation of Labor in Morgantown. More than 200 delegates attended with sessions through Wednesday. President Willam Graen of the federation and other officials will participate in the event.
In Ateunenville Ohio a boat and barge collision on the Ohio River left Abraham Winsan The 50 and John Stroup 0 dead while Charles Bickerstaff of Steubenville was hospitalized with internal injuries. The steering wheel man Wioenthal swerved to avoid a bridge Pier and an oncoming boat. witnesses cite a high speed before impact.
Spencer Samples dies when his automobile is struck by a New York Central train at Spring Street crossing. Arthur family members, including 45 year old Arthur and four children, suffer injuries. Coroners and officials inspect scene as witnesses describe the impact and rescue efforts.
Prince Nicolas travels with Marie for a royal visit to the United States. The party includes Colonel Athanarin as aide de camp, Hadla Lapten as counselor, and Nicolas Detrescu, former professor at Wabash College. Ten servants accompany the delegation. Genre Creis, newly named Namatian minister to the United States, will sail with her arrival.
Ironwood reports hopeful efforts to contact the trapped miners after a cave in the Oliver mine. Rescue crews clear debris from the main shaft and drill a 400 foot bore while food tablets and supplies are prepared for delivery if alive. Relatives await news as crews work from adjacent levels.
Nicholas Longworth speaker of the House will address two speeches in West Virginia during the campaign. He is slated to speak at Clarkeburg and another town, per Judge John T. Graham Republican state chairman. Arrangements for appearances were assigned to Spencer Lamport secretary of the committee in Charleston.
William Johnson, a fugitive described as a Negro, was captured near Vulcan West Virginia after a confrontation with state policemen Norfolk and Western agents and a constable. Private Carl Moora was wounded in the left hand during the incident. In a poker dispute at the Wirgh Construction camp, two men were killed Paul Smiley and Weary Martin. Five others were reported wounded, one seriously. Johnson allegedly pulled a gun and fired, then surrendered. He was jailed in Williamson after being brought there from the county jail tonight.
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