Legion Disavows Use in Paris Bridge Tournament
Indianapolis August 22 Henry L Stevens national commander of the American Legion says the Legion has not authorized use of its name or insignia for an international contract bridge tournament aimed at raising funds to pay off Pershing Hall indebtedness in Paris. He notes the tournament is run by Pershing Hall officials, not the Legion.
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Indianapolis
Henry L. Stevens
The
American Legion
Legion
Paris
Btevens
Two Perish In Plane Accident At Portland Airport
Portland, Me Aug 22 A man and a girl burned to death when a small two place open cockpit plane burst into flames during takeoff at Stoudwater airport on the city outskirts. The pilot identified as Mc Clellan head of the Portland flying service operating the Scarboro airport. The craft failed to lift and exploded in flames destroying the ship and burning the bodies beyond recognition.
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Portland
Stoudwater
McClellan
Portland Flying Service
Scarboro
Pire
Crowd of 10000 Witness Hugh Water Pageant
Ten thousand people from Maryland West Virginia and Pennsylvania watched the Hugh Water pageant at Deep Creek Lake. Led by Father Time a procession of forty decorated boats moved from Rainbow Inn to the lake shore while two choruses performed on a float and from the shore.
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Oakland
Maryland
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Hugh Water
Deep Creek Lake
Father Time
Rainbow Inn
Rosemont Woman Wounded in Neck
Rosemont Aug 22 Miss Plea sora Frum wealthy spinster is in critical condition at her home suffering a gunshot wound in the neck. Family members declined to state details of the shooting.
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Rosemont
Civil War Vet John Reid Dies at 87
John Reid, 87, a Civil War veteran who ran away at 16 to join Carlin's Battery, died Saturday in Wheeling. He served with distinction and lived a long life after the service, leaving behind a legacy tied to his wartime experiences.
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Wheeling
John Reid
Carlin
Governor's Wife Ma Ferguson Stump Rivals in Texas Runoff
In Austin on August 22, the Democratic gubernatorial runoffs featured a family campaign clash with James E. Ferguson stumping for Mrs Miriam A Ma Ferguson and Mrs R S Sterling campaigning for her husband. Sterling, though less experienced, delivered persuasive talks including a porch address for World War veterans en route to Washington.
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Austin
Texas
James E. Ferguson
Miriam A
Ma) Ferguson
R. S. Sterling
Sterling
Fergusons
Executive Mansion
Washington, D. C
Smith Backers Anxious to Elect Him in Midwest
New York Times notes card circulation urging Alfred E. Smith as write in candidate in three or four middle western states. Cards traced to the Smith Club of Nebraska formed before the Democratic convention. A similar movement is reported.
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New York
New York Times
Alfred E. Smith
Smith Club
Nebraska
Mannington Bootleg King Nabbed Here
William Dunn described as Mannington bootleg king and two Oakhill school teachers were charged with liquor sales. A trio on the Washington Special B&O train were fined $50 each for intoxication. Steve Burke, Albert Neduchal of Benwood and Chester Boman of Wheeling. Federal officers arrested them early Sunday. Dunn to Wheeling for liquor sale trial. others to Fairmont.
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William Dunn
Mannington
Oakhill
Ohio
Washington
Grafton Terminal
Dunn
Wheeling
U. S
Eddy
Fairmont
John L. Wittman
Steve Burke
Albert Neduchal
Benwood
Chester Boman
Hares
Grafton
Niagara Falls
Prohibition Officers Monitor Washington Excursion Trains
Prohibition officers boarded two excursion trains from Parkersburg and Wheeling en route to Washington. One officer allegedly bought liquor on the way with Dunn reportedly carrying 14 pints in a hand bag. B&O police kept order on trains and platforms while officers pursued liquor sale and drunkenness charges. Charles Costolo of Grafton, a B&O employee, was arrested and released on bond. warrants were issued for intoxication in a public place and trespass on B&O property. Costolo pleads not guilty as trial was delayed while he secures counsel.
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Washington
Parkersburg
Wheeling
Dunn
Grafton
National Capital
Charles Costolo
James Lilly
Costela
Colmts
Brown
Route payments control move in city water rents plan
The city commission approved a canvass of property owners to sign contracts allowing a city mortgage on rental properties using water. landlords who refuse may face water shutoffs, or tenants must pay quarterly in advance. Commissioner Withers also approved street grate installations on Walter Street East Grafton after locating rubbish while cleaning a sewer.
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Withers
Walter Street
East Grafton
Indiana hitch hiker sleeps in churches
Philippi Aug. 22 Hiking about the country for his health R L reportedly sought shelter in local churches during his travels. He is described as en route to better health and has been seen resting at several congregations as he continues his journey.
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Indiana
Indiana Hiker Makes Sleep Stays in Baptist Churches
Pickell of Logansport Indiana visited here the past week. He is a member of the Logansport Baptist church and prefers lodging in Baptist churches along his hiking route whenever possible.
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Pickell
Logansport
Ind
Conditions in coal industry to be discussed at convention
Wheeling August 22 Conditions in the coal mining industry will be the principal topic at the 13th annual convention of the West Virginia Federation of Labor opening today. About 150 delegates, mostly from mining areas, hear welcomes from Mayor T Y Beckett and remarks from John B Easton of Williamstown. William Green of the AFL was expected to attend, with Edward McCrady of Boston to represent him. the convention will close Wednesday.
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Wheeling
West Virginia Federation of Labor
T. Y. Beckett
John B. Easton
Williamstown
William Green
American Federation of Labor
Edward McCrady
Boston
Officiers elected prompt selection of next city section
Day after officers were elected, the article notes the forthcoming selection of the next city section. It highlights ongoing organizational steps and upcoming decisions impacting local governance.
Man in jail for forging check in Buckhannon case
H. H. Wigington of Morristown Tenn was arrested in Weston and jailed in Taylor county charged with forging a 25 check endorsed to Roberts Hardware Company by manager 5 I Heads. The instrument, dated August 6, allegedly signed by A B James of Buckhannon News, used the alias W R Casto. He purchased a coffee percolator with the fake check and received change. Authorities say the trial date has not yet been set. Wigington may be wanted on similar charges elsewhere. Chief Wallace Henderson of Grafton aided in the arrest and transfer.
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H. H. Wigington
Morristown
Tenn
Weston
Taylor County
Roberts Hardware
5. I. Heads
Wigington
W. R. Casto
Armstrong
A. B. James
Buckhannon News
Wittman
Wigingon
Casto
Humes
Buckhannon Bank
Roberts Hardware Company
Grafton
Wallace Henderson
Mr. Headley
the Hardware Company
Henderson
Kiwanians and Quota Club Joint Session at Knottsville
Grafton's Kiwanis and Quota club members plan a joint session at Knottsville on Tuesday evening. All meet at the courthouse at 6 46 with cars provided for the group. Attendance urged. if unable to go, contact secretaries. Ladies may attend as guests with Quota members inviting companions.
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Grafton
Kiwanis and Quota Club
Knottsville
Court House
Kiwanis
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