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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1925
Page
2
From Port Sudan in December reports recount the fall of King Ali of Hed ing, a territory along the Red Sea in Arabia that includes the holy city of Mecca, following his father’s precedent. The brief item notes upheaval in the region and the monarchy’s uncertain status.
Since Ali’s ascent to the throne in October last year he faced near constant conflict with Ibn Saoud, head of Nejb. Mecca fell to Wahabi forces, Hussein abdicated in favor of Ali, and Mecca and Medina endured sieges as Jedda became the next target. Ali later abdicated after a little over a year on the throne.
London December 22 Premier Baldwin told the house that iron and steel firms cannot receive safeguarding protection. The government will not impose import duties to aid the industry. He cited research showing safeguarding a basic sector of such magnitude would clash with the government’s tariff policy.
Paris December 21 Captain Gordon Canning, lately said to carry peace terms for the Abd Al Krim Moroccan chieftain, is expected to arrive in Paris. The report notes his mission to seek terms and possibly discuss a halt to hostilities.
In six months swamp lands near New York City have claimed three lives and harmed several others. Over the weekend two men, George A. Buchanan and Frank Stallone, were found dead in Paerdegat basin swamp in Brooklyn, likely engulfed while crossing. Last August Hertian Worm of North Bergen was found in Cedar Swamp near East Rutherford after wandering in fog for more than a day.
Los Angeles December 21. Champion heavyweight James J. Demspey and promoter Fitzsimmons agreed to new terms for the fall bout. Fitzsimmons will pay a substantial amount on account to Demspey, who will post a large bond to insure his appearance. The arrangement replaces summer’s deal backed by a South Bend syndicate and contemplates Michigan City or other suitable towns in various states.
Chicago on December 22 AP reports promoter Joe Coffey announced a $20,000 purse for a heavyweight wrestling match between Joe Stecher the Scissors King and Jim Londos the Greek. The event pits two leading grapplers in a high stakes bout set to draw crowds.
Fairmont December 22. Kellar 64 year old farmer of Little Bingamon in Lincoln district was found dead near his home yesterday morning by neighbor H B Glover. Cause apoplexy angle in bed in good condition. Survived by sister Mrs Mary V Crowl and brothers Samuel Keller and others. Authorities noted he may have been dead since Thursday evening. Also report Lansing Michigan denies Dempsey Will bout in state.
A 1923 Warner Bros release centers on John Mannering District Attorney who vows to prosecute Bob, the man in a fatal car crash, while Eileen, his wife, battles for her son. Wallace offers help via influence, but John refuses, guarding duty over family as the drama unfolds.
President Coolidge addressed Boy Scouts Lone Scouts and 4 H clubs in a Christmas meeting. He urged unselfishness obedience and self control noting the value of small duties done well and the link between play and education. He praised home work school and civic responsibility shaping future leaders.
Norways Queen, famed as the gayest of King Edward's daughters, marks her 56th birthday in London during a visit with relatives. Old attendants recall royal mischief from years past. Also noted is a lost purse with six dollars and initials BE M, returned to the public office.
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