Fatal crash at Jane Lew road crossing in West Virginia
A late evening interurban collision near Jane Lew left Otis A. Ward and Bernice Howell dead while Mrs. W. Howell was fatally injured and Mrs. W. Wood suffered head injuries. The car, a touring vehicle, failed to stop at a Monongahela System crossing as a Weston interurban traction car derailed after striking the automobile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rksburg
W. Va
Clarksburg
Bailey
Jane Lew
Otis A. Ward
Bernice Howell
Howell
W. W. Wood
Mays
Monongahela
Ward
Lewis County
Fred A. Steerickay
Earl Miller
Weston
Lisle
Lew
Sterrick
Tron
Sass Pers
Clarksburghas Wood
Weston Bunk J
Bomb explosions in Mexico City injure none
Reports from Mexico City on May 18 describe two bomb blasts at the American Embassy and a consulate building. No injuries or fatalities are reported, and officials note limited damage to the structures.
Extra Terms Legislature Cost 10000 Dollars
Charleston May 18 Nearly all cost estimates for the two extensions of the legislature due to delays show total expenses between seven thousand five hundred and ten thousand dollars. Figures in conference reports include attaches for six days of the second extension and may exceed ten thousand dollars. The rate suggests about five hundred dollars per day for twenty days. No extra compensation or mileage is paid beyond a flat five hundred dollar annual salary, and mileage for extraordinary sessions is limited to certain cases. The general construction implies lawmakers will not receive additional mileage after adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Senate
House
Woman Rescued by Policeman From Caveman Attack
New York May 18 A P a nurse Miss Claire Vreslain thirty year old at Belvue Hospital was dragged from a theater by three youths to a second floor tenement where six others waited. A frantic scream and a window pane crash led police to the rescue. The nurse was found battered and hysterical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
A.P
Claire Vreslain
Belvue Hospital
American and British golf stars clash in finals at Deeds
In Deeds England Walter Hagen, holder of the British open title, advances to meet H Jolly of Fox Grove in the final after Hagen defeats Gene Sarazen three and one in the semi finals. Jolly beat J McKenzie two and one. At St Andrews Scotland the British amateur team leads after day one, winning three of four two ball foursomes at 36 holes. The Americans must win six of eight two sums tomorrow to keep the trophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Andrews
Scotland
Magnate Orville Waring Dies of Cancer in New Jersey
Springfield New Jersey May 18 Orville Waring 84 longtime Standard Oil associate and close friend of John D Rockefeller died at his home after a long illness from throat cancer He was an independent hardware store operator in Western Pennsylvania when Rockefeller formed Standard Oil Company
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
N. J
Orville Waring
Standarc A Company
John D. Rockefeller
Pennsylvania
Rockefeller
Standard OU Company
Pruntytown Man Aged 76 Named State's Oldest Auto Driver
Pruntytown resident Uncle Tom Gawthrop, age 76, is described as possibly the oldest licensed automobile driver in West Virginia. He owns a 1908 Ford model, serial number 2,826, and still drives with steady hands and clear vision. His license application was filed recently through H. Compton Jr. of Grifton. The car still runs smoothly, reminiscent of its earlier years built by Michigan automakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pruntytown
Uncle Tom" Gawthrop
Northwestern Pike
West Virginia
Hin
Hi-Ford
Uncle Tom
H. ©. Compton, Jr
Grafton
Michigan
Personal notices from Grafton residents and visitors
A stream of local names visits and travels in Grafton and nearby towns. Mrs Bert Uttsinger visits relatives in West Union while W C Hanway returns from Elkins and Parsons. Knight Templars Conclave attendees Joseph Hanway and Dr Charles Sinsel came back from Parkersburg. Numerous residents shop, travel to Clarkeburg and Independence, and conduct business. Regulars include Mr and Mrs W I Byers, Carl Ford, Richard Bartlett, J H Gilmore, R B Knight, Mrs Clyde Losh, Mrs Mary McWilliams, Ina Lost, Mrs Bert Getz, Mrs C L Roach, Alva Thorn, I N Lock, John McVicker, William Summers, W L Rightmire, A L Wonnecatt, Mrs George Swisher, Mex J Lipscomb, Bainbridge, J Selvey, Wash Riggerman, and May Weaver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Uttsinger
West Union
W. C. Hanway
Elkins
Parsons
D. J. Currey
Riversville
Grafton
Fred Cui
Walnut Street
Guy Richardson
Pruntytown
W. I. Byers
Route 2
Joseph Hanway
Charles A. Sinsel
Parkersburg
Knight Templars
Gaines
Carl Ford
Independence
Richard Bartlett
J. H. Gilmore
Clarkeburg
Duich
Standard Garage Company
R. B. Knight
Canton
Clyde Losh
Webster
Clark
Mary McWilliams
Claud
John McVicker
Pleasant Creek
Residents Return After Brief Visit to Fairmont
Mr and Mrs Everett Cole Pleasant Crock spent several days visiting friends and relatives at Fairmont while en route to handle business matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairmont
Everett Cole
Pleasant Crock
Rebels killed in Buenos Aires and Rio Grande do Sul clash
A.P. dispatch reports about one hundred Brazilian rebels killed during a retreat before state troops near Bage in Rio Grande do Sul with lighter government losses. In Moscow a Soviet note accuses Swiss officials of negligence over the Lausanne murder of Soviet representative Vorovosky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
A.P
Rio Grande Do Sul
Bage
Moscow
Russia
Tchitcherin
Lausanne
M. Vorovosky
Homer Martin Dies at 74 After Illness
Homer Martin aged 74 died this morning after a long illness with complications. He is survived by a wife and five children including Waiiman Martin of Spokane Washington and Mrs. Ger je Fanes of McGee. Funeral services will be held at 2 p m Saturday from the Lawler chapel, with the deceased a faithful member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer “Martin
Waiiman Martin
Spokane
Washington
Gerje Fanes
McGee
Ray J
American Boll Weevil Threatens Indian Cotton
The boll weevil has been introduced to India via American cotton and threatens to menace Indian cotton growers. Imports of American cotton are minimal and expected to remain low. officials note eradication methods using fumigation with hydrocyanic gas, while mills rely on U S supply and may need continued import access for certain Indian ports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bombay
India
Indian Central Cotton Committee
Mill-owners Association
The
Chamber of Commerce
United States
Kelley Named West Virginia Delegate to Stockholm World Convention
Rev. A. B. Kelley was chosen as the official West Virginia delegate to the World Convention of the Baptist Denomination in Stockholm Sweden from July 21 to 27. He will be the sole West Virginian attendee and serves as secretary of the board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
W. Va
Kelley
Stockholm
Sweden
Baptist General Association of West Virginia
West
Two Grafton Boys Making Good Athletes Abroad
Two Grafton youths excel overseas in amateur sports. Charles Kimmel of Washington street, studying dentistry in Cincinnati, won high honors by placing first in five of seven events at an amateur swimming meet. His success came despite older rivals, aided by river-town experience and training. Arnold Hetner, studying in Baltimore, also earned praise for boxing prowess in recent bouts, highlighting the boys' sporting talent and national reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Kimmel
C. L. Kimmel
Washington Street
Cincinnati
Oho
Hellcare
Charier
Tyg Sri Valley
Arnold Hetner
Baltimore
Willmett
Ely
Oui
Jone Lees
Arnold
Court Martial Sentences Confirmed in Krupp Case at Düsseldorf
In Düsseldorf Germany May 18 the Court of Revision confirmed the sentences from the Krupp court martial including 15 years imprisonment and a 100000000 mark fine for Dr Krupp von Bohlen and execution for Albert Schlageter. Hest Mueller received a six month sentence with retrial granted. Schlageter’s case may go to the Court of Cessation. Communist bands threaten Ruhr districts and guard Kajerstahl mines near Dortmund to force work stoppages amid alleged French provocations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duesseldorf
Germany
Maritia
Krupp von Bohlen
Krupp
Court of Revision
Prince
jeThe
Hest ‘Mueller
Krupps
Albert Schlageter
Gans
Tthe
Sehlageter
Krapp von Bohlen
Ruhr
Kajgerstahl
Dortmund
Dortsfeld
Schanhorst
Kaiserstahmites
Train wreck near Barner injures workers and kills cow
At Barner Ontario on May 18 a freight locomotive derailed after bumping a passenger car, breaking the leg of David Aurwelt, injuring Fitenad Posters, and causing the only fatality a cow. Locomotive engineers and baggage handlers escaped major injuries as the crew cleared the wreck a mile from the depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barner
Ontario
Marquette
David Aurwelt
Pasitenger
FEDS COURT ADJOURNS AT WHEELING
In Wheeling West Virginia Judge W E Baker adjourned the May term of the United States district court and will travel to Elkins to hear cases Saturday and Monday then proceed to Parkersburg for the opening of the term there He noted plans to stay in Wheeling through the year if needed to try conspiracy cases arising from 87 indictments over 17 Volstead act violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
W. Va
W. E. Baker
United States District Court
Elkins
Parkersburg
Federal Court
Baker
Legion Posts Aid Ten Thousand Veterans Reenter Civil Life
Bluefield West Virginia May 1. American Legion posts nationwide will help ten thousand World War veterans in government training to resettle into civilian life within six months. Spiller Hicks, state commander, relayed this assurance from Lemuel Bolles, national adjutant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion
Bluefield
W. Va
American Legion
Spiller Hicks
Lemuel Bolles
Federal Judge Rules Warrantless Entry Permitted
In Cumberland Maryland May 18 prohibition agents may enter a dwelling without a warrant when the odor of mash or fermenting liquors indicates a law violation Judge Morris A Soper ruled The ruling came as Narzenio Femo of Morgantown faced trial his attorney Edward J Ryan had argued the evidence was obtained illegally The judge sided against him and Femo was found guilty by the court and sentenced to four months in jail
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumberland
Prohibition
Morris A. Soper
U. S
Narzenio Femo
Morgantown
Edward J. Ryan
Soper
Femo
Defcndant
Rabies Epidemic Not Confined To West Virginia
Charleston reports rabies outbreaks across eight months prompting quarantines in several counties. California passed emergency laws and Georgia saw 2476 Pasteur treatments in 1922. Hydrophobia detected in 98 percent of dog heads analyzed. quarantine of animals remains the main control, with Pasteur treatment possible within two weeks of exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
W. Va
West Virginia
California
Georgia
C. B. Gabel
Thatia
Pomreoy Murders Shape Lewisburg Trial Schedule
As Greenbrier preparations loom, top witnesses in the Logan county arm march cases face continued delays. Lawyers plan to meet Judge S H Sharp to fix the opening dates for Blizzard Keeney and Mooney prosecutions, with venue shifts across Logan Jefferson Morgan and Greenbrier counties and new state witnesses expected to testify in Lewisburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Pomeros
Greenbrier
Lewisburg
William Blizzard
C. Frank Keeney
Fred Mooney
Logan County
S. H. Sharp
William Buazard
Logan
Jefferson County
Walter Allen
J. E. Wilburn
Morgan County
Keeney
District 17
United Mine Workers of American
Greenbrier County
J. M. Wood
Edward Reynolds
Charles Town
Union
Swanner
Committee of Three
Reynolds
Pomeroy
Ohio
James E. Miller
Pasteur Treatment and Vaccine Developments for Animals
A fragment notes concerns about harming an animal or improper packing for lab shipment. It mentions a vaccine prepared and a single treatment to protect a valuable animal for at least a year. Pasteur treatment is reported as also given to animals.
Obregon Calls Bombing a Conspiracy Against US-Mexico Talks
Mexican President Obregon said the bombing that damaged the U S consulate general building aimed to thwart government efforts toward recognition negotiations with the United States. Police and federal agents found no clear lead after 24 hours of investigation and word arrived that American recognition delegates Warren and Payne were warned to depart within 72 hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Mex
Obregon
United States
Federal
Secret Service
Sesaiaporciaal
Gilberto Valenzuela
Wader
Interior
Charles J. Warren
John Barton Payne
Mixed Recognition Commission
Mexico
Security increases at embassy conference site
A heightened security presence surrounds the American embassy and consulate as police and secret service officers guard the building where conference sessions are underway. The measure signals tense arrangements during ongoing talks and extends to adjacent grounds and entrances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secret Service
Former Spanish Governor Killed in Biscay Ambush
Leon Spain May 18 A P Fernando Reaneval former Governor of Biscay province was assassinated last night by a band of men who escaped. The motive is unclear though authorities suspect political causes behind the raid and murder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon
Spain
Fernando Reaneval
the Providence of
Mr Walden Moves His Family From Clarksburg to Grafton
Clarksburg resident C. E. Walden of Grafton has moved his family from Clarkeburg to Holt Apartments on the West Side. He is superintendent of job printing at the Gentine Printing Company. The notice records today’s relocation from Clarke burg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Eb, Walden
Grafton
Clarkeayy
Holt
Weat
Clarkeburg
Walden
Gentine Printing Company
ParadiPirry Man Jailed For Taxtor Law Violation
In Pairmont West Virginia on a May day a man was brought before a criminal court for violating the Volsted act. He pled guilty and received sentences ranging from two to three years in prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pairmont
W. Va
Tn Criminal Court
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Tromaey
Ofohn D
Toda
Viaries
William Summers
Gragy Creek
W. L. Rightmire
Branaville
A. L. Wonnecatt
Pleagan Creek
George Swisher
Fairmopt
Mstting
Mother Mex
J. Lipscomb
Wilford Street
Bainbridge
Route 1
Groton
A.C. Proudfoot
Pleasant Cres
J. Selvey
Simpang
Wash Riggerman
Mise Hatiie Hanway
Newbure
Feed Simmons
Mra Grover Poo
Thornton
Mra
W. P. Knight
J.P. Ross
Simpson
Artlett
Plearant Creek
Tv Town
May Weaver
ULAR
Brazil
Homer Martin
West VA. Baptist Association
Two Grafton
Krupp Steel
Fed
Gan
Miller
Ner
Meigs County
L. Crary Davis
Marale
George Munsey
A. Y. Donahey
Ephalin
Morgan
Blizzard
Sib
Kenney
Mooney
John C. Chasins
C. Austin
Stott Mey
Greenbrié
Albert
Belcher
W.oxenton
C. ‘Townsend
Ilarold
W. Houston
Charles J. J. VanFleet
Timothy Hogan
C. B Peoples
Fred W. Crow
United Mine Workers of America
Sinc
Panhandler
Mr. Walden
Vyorce Law
Paris
Andrew Bonar Law
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