Mine Disaster Impacts West Virginia Workers Comp Law
A West Virginia mine disaster at New River Collieries No 5 Beclea may test the 1909 workers compensation framework. The state fund’s solvency hinges on whether Eccles mine owners insured, while dependents seek up to 500000 in claims. The law ties benefits to funeral costs, monthly sums for widows and children, and 50 percent of prior earnings for long-term dependents, with caps and remarriage rules.
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New River Collieries
Beclea
West Virginia
Ohio
Public Service Commission
Eccles
New York Commercial
Good Fruit Crop Assured in Lovell Valley
The Lovell Chronicle reports fruit growers boast an excellent outlook with apples and other fruits set to make a record crop. A frost threat earlier in the week did not cause damage as temperatures rose and the danger passes while orchards enter full bloom.
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Lovell Chronicle
Titanic salvage scheme weighs on heavy odds
An analysis argues that raising the Titanic using magnets and buoyant camels faces immense hydrostatic pressure at two miles depth. It explains the scale of force needed, estimating millions of tons of downward pressure and the impracticality of freeing the wreck with current salvage concepts.
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Geniue
Cas
United States
Charles A. Smith
Denver
Erlefy
Nova Sedan
Mr. Smith
Smith
Chickens Wanted and Spring Water Claim
An early 20th century short item advertises buying chickens at five weights per pound, notes contact RH. A. Davis, and promotes Mig Horn Hot Springs water as suitable for mixed drinks, claiming Nature's most wonderful mineral water. The item adds a line about enjoying springtime chores like washing the chicken house.
Care Of Roses In The Home Garden
Hardy outdoor roses demand care for best results. Prune old wood to three or four shoots, mulch beds in hot weather, and keep soil cool with clay loam and good drainage. Fertilize with well rotted cow manure, stir soil in spring, and reduce buds to one or two per shoot for superior flowers. Provide winter protection in cold climates with straw and coverings. Roses are easy to grow with modest attention.
Hercules Motor Cars Agency Secured by D Markham
Hercules Co has secured the agency for Hercules motor cars. If buying a car, choose one fully equipped with electric lights and self starter at a price lower than any other five passenger car on the market. Do not buy until you see this wonderful car. Republican commercial printery.
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Hercules Co
D. Markham
Hercules Motor Cars
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Cal
Beale Republignan
XY Care Heavn Republican
A. Davis
Weller Ware
L. A
A. E. Zane
New York Sun
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