Philippi youth dies en route to hospital after powder house blast
Denzil Wyatt 18 of Philippi died in a Belington hearse ambulance on the way to Elkins hospital from burns suffered at a Dean Coal Company powder house explosion. He reportedly argued for hospital admission due to no bed at Grafton, after which he died en route. Funeral set. mine inspector to investigate conditions at the plant.
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Denzil Wyatt
Philippi
Belington
Elkins
Dean Coal Company
Stephens Funeral Company
Wyatt
Grafton City Hospital
Gratton Institution
Davis Memorial Hospital
Coal Company
Weatt
J. F. Male
Hip
Mr. Gout
Dittman
W. H. Sandridge
Sandridge
Grafton
Chicago plans human dairies to aid 600 babies
Chicago health commissioner Dr. Hermann Bundensen outlines city run dairies to collect excess maternal milk for babies in need. Milk sold for 10 to 30 cents to cover costs, with free supply to poor families unable to pay. The program aims to save 600 lives by providing milk to infants.
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Chicago
Ja New “Aumione Dairies
Hermann Tundeson
Ety
Bundensen
Monthly Payment Loans Ad by W A Lawler
An advertisement for monthly payment loans by W A Lawler of Fairmont West Virginia. It states loan amounts under 2000 dollars are not offered, no commissions are taken, and large loans are solicited. The ad notes the deal with a focus on installment style loans.
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W. A. Lawler
Fairmont
W. Va
Radio Control Bill Passed by House In Washington
The White bill to regulate all phases of radio was passed today by the House by a vote of 218 to 124. It would create a federal radio commission working with Secretary Hoover. An amendment by Representative Blanton of Texas to make slander and libel by radio finishable was defeated 287 to .
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Washington
House
Federal Radio Commission
Hoover
Blanton
Texas
Taxing Power May Be Used Against Scofflaws
Washington reports plans to use government taxing power against bootleggers. Treasury official Assistant Secretary Andrews announced that deputy internal revenue collectors will team with prohibition administrators to tax moonshine manufacture. A tax of 6.40 dollars per gallon on distilled spirits diverted to beverage use is outlined.
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Washington
Andrews
Treasury Department
Internal Revenue
Col Coolidge Slows Sinks as Drill News Updates Vermont
Plymouth Vermont March 16 The condittor of Col Coolidge was little changed today an early morning report from the sick room said the father of the President had passed a restful night and was able to take a little nourishment. News from the Coolidge home continued favorable as workers opened the snowbound road from Plymouth to White River Junction to car traffic. Three tractors and two snow plows aided the effort and a 19 mile stretch was passable. The father of the President is described as broken in health yet dignified and neighbors note the strain of public life on his eighty year old frame. Washington March 16 President Coolidge does not plan to visit Vermont unless his father’s condition worsens with White House in constant contact via private line.
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Plymouth
Col. Coolidge
Coolidge
Woodstock
White River Junction
Bridgewater Corners
Coolidge Test
Llind
John C. Canlase
Contidge
Hale
Calvin Coolidge
Cotonel Coolidge
Washington
Vermont
White House
Income Tax Record Reported in Chicago District
A Chicago district report shows income tax receipts through March 16 totaling 19 527 205 52, or 6 054 027 45 more than last year’s first quarter. Taxpayer returns this year number 108 700, down from 201 000 a year ago.
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Chicago
Road letting set for April 20 in West Virginia
West Virginia state Road Commission announced nine projects for the April 20 letting with more可能 planned. bidders include Alberts Brothers Shaid and Scott Stallings Construction Company J. J. Battersin and Company Preston Construction Company Vincennes Bridge Company and Huntington Gravel and Supply among others. multiple counties listed from Kanawha to Preston Upshur Webster and Wyoming with bridges and grading and drainage contracts.
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Charleston
W. Va
Maren
State Road Commission
Preston County
McComber
Maryland
Pocahontas County
York
Randolph County
Payette County
Gauley Ridge
Bel
Beverly
Huttonsville
Ohio County
Lincoln County
Crutthville
Yawkey
Webster County
Webster
Froaia
Point Pleasant
Stallines Construction Company
St. Mirans
Monroe County
Ainingelent Gailea
Old Penton
Handrless
Hambleton Construction Co
Upshur County
Macadem
Peek's Run
Century Road
Preston Construction Companys
Ssngwood
Over Rivers
Upper Falls
Brax
Ten
J. W. Tulley
Wastin
VWcennes+ Bridge Company
Vinecennes
Ind
Wyoming Chaunty
Kanawha County
Mark and Lewis
Luray
Bellslow
Monongalia County
Preston Construction Company
Kingwood
Coopers Creek
Vincennes Bridge Company
Hope Company Suit Opens In Charleston Court
The Hope Company seeks a permanent injunction to halt collection of the state’s sales tax on gas and related products. Opening arguments in Morgan Owen’s common pleas court stressed contracts among East Ohio Gas, People Natural Gas, and others, asserting transportation implied by delivery across the state line. Attorneys from gas firms, the state, and special counsel outlined case scope and evidence including a 796 page record.
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Charleston
W. Va
Mareh Tf
Howe Natural Gas Company
HH. D. Tammell
Hope Company
Morgan Owen
Common Pleas
Rummel
East Ohio Gas Company
Ohio
Peopley Naturals Ggs Company
Pennsylvania
Light and Heat Company
Mr. Rummel
Anthony McCue
Clarksburg
Kemble White
Fairmont Plm
Roger
Pittsburgh
Edmond Robins
National Gas Association
AL Ri
Weather Outlook for West Virginia Cloudy and Snow Chance
The forecast for West Virginia calls for cloudy skies tonight and Wednesday with a likely light snow. Temperatures are not expected to vary much.
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West Virginia
Moose Home St Patrick's Dance
The Moose Home hosts a St Patrick's Dance featuring Morgan's Eight Piece Orchestra with square and round dancing. Decorations include colored hats, confetti, and souvenirs at the entry. Street car service available from Taving depot at 12510. admission 1.00 for gentlemen 0.50 for ladies.
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Morgan
Marshall Appears In Good Spirits at Trial
Philadelphia on March 16 reports Marshall, charged with murdering Miss Anna May Dietrich, appeared calm in court as the prosecution, led by District Attorney Fox, prepared to introduce a second confession attributed to David L. Marshall the chiropractor. Several minor witnesses testified about Dietrich and Marshall movements, noting she died in Marshall's office. his wife was absent from the courtroom.
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Philadelphia
David L. Marshall
Anna May Dietrich
Jorney
Fox
Mies Dietrich
Marshall
Moon Agents and Bootleggers Tax Dialogue Revealed
Chicago report recounts a staged tax talk between a revenue agent and a bootlegger. The bootlegger admits income from Scotch and horse racing winnings, with deductions for lawyers and a driver incident. The scene ends with a $3911.88 tax figure and a nod to honesty amid wartime Volstead odds.
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Chicago
Walters
Shop Lifters of This Day Real Clever
New York on March 16 reports a shift in shoplifting dynamics as professional thieves yield to amateurs with small targets. Officials note most offenders are young working women or middle class wives. holidays spike incidents. motives center on desire, not need, while methods range from concealing items in coats to undercover bag thefts.
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New York
W. de Strenholm
Stores Mutual Prosective Association, Inc
Margaret Leilly
Orth
Stern Brothers
Wall
McKays
Frank Smith
Court of Special Sessions
Drink Crazed Man Shoots Aged Rival In Morgantown
Morgantown March 16 W J Malott 42 shot John W Dusenberry 72 at the latter s home in a dispute over a $40 theft claim Police say Dusenberry was wounded in the hip and outcomes uncertain for days Malott jailed pending results and told AP correspondent Did hit him Well that s all right he s no good anyway
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Morgantown
W. J. Malott
John W. Dusenberry
Dusenberry
Sevrel
Malott
Associated Press
Rum Vessel Captured After Thrilling Chase
Miami authorities captured a rum boat after a 12 mile running battle by auto, police boat, and afloat. One detective was thrown overboard, forty bags of fuel and two citizens injured before arresting four men and a woman alleged to be rum runners.
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Miami
Fla
Ladies’ Aid Yake Sale at First Baptist Church
The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Baptist Church hosts a bake sale in Heinze’s cleaning room on Saturday March 20 with Mrs Ployd Evans in charge. Good bread pies and cakes available.
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Ladies’ Aid Society of the First Baptist Church
Heinze
Disease Strikes City Schools Causing Large Absentee List
An influenza and measles outbreak hit Martins Ferry schools last week and worsened Monday with nearly 190 pupils sick. Martins Ferry High School, enrolling 725, reports 58 new sick absentees, bringing totals to 75.
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Martins Ferry
Ashes of Love Presented Amid Censorship Clash
Washington and London faced a censor fight over the Countess of Cathcart’s Ashes of Love a South African elopement drama. The unexpurgated Washington version starred the Countess and drew laughter despite serious scenes while London banned it. George Vivian urged audiences and critics to be kind to the cast.
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Washington
Countess of Cathcart
Farl of Craven
London
Texltie
George Vivian
Padlock Law Upheld by Pennsylvania Supreme Court
The Pennsylvania supreme court today sustained the constitutionality of the padlock provisions of the 1923 Snyder act enforcing prohibition. The ruling affirmed the Allegheny county common pleas court and held padlocking of Pittsburgh saloons including William Artz and Jacob Teitz proper, denying any violation of the state constitution. The cases arose after officers testified to liquor purchases, with saloonkeepers challenging trial by jury.
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Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Tost
Allegheny County Common Pleas Court
Supreme Court
William Artz
Jacob Teitz
Danish Aviators Set Flight to Tokio Over Eurasian Route
Two Danish aviators Lt Batved and Herschend embarked on a staged flight to Tokio in separate planes. Their planned route crosses Germany Poland Bulgaria Turkey Persia India Siam Indochina and China as they head east from Copenhagen.
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Japan
Copenhagen
Denmark
Batved
Herschend
Tokio
Germany
Poland
Bulgaria
Turkkey
Persia
India
Siam
Indochina
China
Mussolini to Speak On Brazil Seat at League
Geneva reports say Italy may back Brazil’s bid for a permanent League seat as Germany seeks balance. Mussolini could address Rome or have an Italian statement read to push Brazil’s stance. Latin American delegates urge Brazil not to veto Germany, amid Spain Sweden and other power moves.
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League of Nations
Italy
Brazil
League Council
Germany
Mussolini
Rome
Mello Fransão
Sweden
Rike
Romania
Poland
Holland
M. Anden
Spain
Yanguessy Messia
Pain
Fis
Quinones
Leon
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