Virginia Corporation Commission Hearing Set for Tomorrow
A legislative committee led by Richard Evelyn Byrd will convene in Richmond at 3 p.m. to hear acts of the State corporation commission. Nine witnesses are summoned, with counsel allowed for all parties. Several prominent lawyers volunteered, and details include potential appearances of officials and clerks as the inquiry proceeds in a formal, public session.
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Richard Evelyn Byrd
W. B. Early, Jr
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T. W. Sims
F Boyd Sears
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Maj Lamer
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Upshur
Coungel Mab Te Shut
French Fairfax
Commatesian
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Stuart
Beverly T Cromp
Henry Smait
Henry Fawrtas Jonn
A. S. Taner
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AM Tiler
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Planned to Elope In Washington Fest Roadville Md
A marriage license was issued for Herbert Lee Newly of Hin ton Woogoa and MI Wally Chisholm of Wassington. Ages listed as minors. The couple planned to return to Rockville for a ceremony but may have aborted the plan due to parental objections. The groom allegedly said he would “steal” the bride, and no public wedding appearance has occurred yet.
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Herbert Lee Newly
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Rockvaille
Woman Friend of Tramps and Local Notices Across Baltimore Area
Mrs Tem perance Wien Talbott mother of Congressman J Fred Talbott died aged ninety one known for charity she fed tramps at her Lutherville estate for forty years bunk houses barns kept straw fed meals all remaining years no theft at her farm. Lonaconing citizens plan by laws and organization meeting Thursday led by J Te y Miller William Atkinson L Spier Arthur W Kee John Statth Willam Lave James M Slevin Oscar Myers George Mibnght. Cumberland Valley Ratho way station fire early morning damaged store goods station and office. Huntington two children burned to death at Home Trail Engle Mc Dowell County mother left them alone for hour. Luther Webb died of paralysis aged about fifty five survived by widow and sister Mrs Golladay. Joseph Sibert Mount Gilve died after long illness widow son and several daughters survive. Edward W Stickles young farmer died of tuberculosis age thirty eight survived by widow parents siblings.
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Tore Up Wedding Dress In Vandalism Case
Ed Hensell and Miss W. Barnhart filed a warrant in Sisteraville against Clifford Kelley for malicious destruction of property. The couple’s wedding gown was torn and the marriage certificate torn, the front door kicked in, and furniture smashed while the bride was wed in an ordinary house dress. The dress was later returned in pieces.
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Purity of Man-Bond Address Frames Roanoke Crusade
Dr. Howard A. Kelly of Baltimore spoke to about 1,000 men at St John’s PB Church Roanoke on Purity of Man-Bond. The sermon appears part of the ministers conference crusade opposing Mayor Cutchin and the city’s lax enforcement of ordinances against the social evil. The Roanoke pastors reaffirmed their campaign against dens and enforcement gaps.
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Prize Fighter Nelson Rescues Mother and Children
Huntington West Virginia February 25 Battling Nelson the world champion light weight boxer saved Mrs. Frank Toward and her two young children from a frightened horse driven by Mrs. Howard on Blue Sulphur Mountain road near town. He restrained the animal by gripping its reins and stopped the dash though he was bruised slightly. The incident occurred before his planned Philadelphia training bout.
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Suspect Arrested in Garrett Park Rail Station Robberies
Rockville Maryland February 35 After weeks of joint Baltimore and Ohio Detective William Eagle and Deputy Sheriff George Mullin arrest Charles Robinson a Black man living near Garrett Park on carrying concealed weapons. He remains jailed awaiting action by the March grand jury. Officers believe the Garrett Park robbery may be by different culprits than other Metropolitan branch stations.
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Aged murderers go insane in West Virginia prison
Four inmates at Moundsville State Prison were declared insane and moved to Weston Asylum. The group includes Brown Simscomb, Charel Combs, Jackson Jeffries, and John Shay, all West Virginia prisoners. Ages range to sixty, with conspiracy over alleged romantic rivals cited as causes.
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Confidence of Conviction in Curtin Murder Case Grows
Mayor Paff and State’s Attorney Brent gathering evidence in Curtin murder probe. Authorities aim for conviction, denying hotel ice box and Potomac disposal rumors. Hotel proprietor George Patterson claims no knowledge and offers explanations for stains. Case to be called late this week or early next week with Patterson and Stephen Davis represented by C. C. Carlin.
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Dark horse may win postmaster nomination in Alexandria
The Alexandria postmaster race centers on S Reland Dishman a Washington Quartermaster's Department clerk who has lived in Alexandria years and seeks outside influence. Opponents fear Laurence Washington backed by Thomas Nelson Page a personal friend of the President and Washington. Crupper's term ends April 10 and a decision is expected this week.
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Fair Closes Tonight With Benefit and Contests
The Rechabites fair in Schuler's Hall ends tonight with a country social and has raised funds for local temperance. Voting contests closed Saturday night with F. Pettey, Sullivan, T. Spicer, and John Entwistle winning in various categories. Also tonight the Episcopal High School presents Our Boys at Liggett Hall for the E. H. S. Athletic Association fundraiser.
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Navy Yard Men Suspended at Norfolk Navy Yard
One hundred fifty six steam engineering department workers at the Norfolk Navy Yard were laid off due to temporary work shortage. The furloughed workers span many trades. Also, Thomas Smith was thrown from a horse in Villa Heights, breaking his leg and sustaining serious injuries, and was taken to Protestant Hospital.
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Trial of Hawkins in Virginia extortion case begins
John S. Hawkins faces a Corporation Court trial in Charlottesville for conspiracy to extort money from Robert Ballantine. More than fifty witnesses are summoned, including Dr. Trice of Mooresbrook Sanitarium, with indictments covering multiple counts against Hawkins Duncan and Michie. Duncan’s whereabouts are unknown amid rumors of Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Philippines.
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Shot by insane ex soldier in Charlottesville Virginia ethnic minister’s brother
Robert Lias brother of Rev J C Lias is adjudged insane and dangerous by a Virginia lunacy board and to be committed to an asylum in Petersburg. He previously served in the Philippines and Navy. Six weeks ago he returned to Charlottesville and soon showed signs of madness. He fired at Walter Coleman on the street, wounding him in the thigh. Coleman’s condition is serious.
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Murderer Baptized in Hawksbill Creek Baptism
Special to The Washington Post from Luray Virginia reports hundreds witnessed Lester Ruffner and his wife being baptized in Hawksbill Creek. Ruffner, twice convicted in Circus Court this month for murder of his uncle Issac Rutiner and attempted murder of cousin David Ruffner, awaits removal to the penitentiary for a three year term. Elder D W Strickler of the German Baptist Church conducted a three immersion ceremony.
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Wandering Richmond Man Claims Spartans Beach Wife
A clean shaved man about fifty identified as John Thexton was found wandering in Richmond Virginia. He suffers possible mental confusion or knockout drop effects. He believes he is in Spartans pare South Carolina with a wife and says he possessed 160 dollars, having 17 at the hospital. Effort is made to contact prominent South Carolina figures.
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Midshipman Kimbrough III Ill After Hazing Scandal
Midshipman Jordone P. Kimbrough of Germantown Tenn is ill in hospital and will stay at the Naval Academy at Annapolis at least another week. He resigned for deficiency in two subjects on the recent exams and faced ostracism after testifying in a board investigation. His grandfather Jefferson Pettus expresses relief the academy severed ties with him.
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Duke Couple Split Expected as Divorce Trial Looms
Somerville New Jersey February report denies any reconciliation between James B. Duke and Lillian N. Duke amid ongoing divorce litigation. Duke plans a four month European tour with his brother Benjamin N. Duke and family to follow, returning to their country estate afterwards.
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