Bids Rejected for New High School Construction
The board of education unanimously rejected the bids for the new high school, noting the lowest bid exceeded available funds by 200 800. A building committee will consult with the architect to see if plans can be altered, with a report due next meeting. Officials favor no delay in erecting the school and may pursue a bond plan if funds allow.
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Ir New Occcusien
Meecersehaat
Board of Education
Sehenp
Weathers
Schania S. F
Weber
Forte
City Institute
County Institute
Charleston
Local Moves and Visits Around Wolfe Pen Creek
G Harris moved to the Buford farm on Wolfe Pen creek. R K Burford visited recently. J A Lenan returns to the farm after a Charleston sojourn. Burford spent the weekend with family, Mrs. Sears McCormick and family return to Charleston, Mr. and Mrs. H McCormick. W T Garnett returns from lestenm after a week with friends.
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Rocky Fork News
G. Harris
Buford
Wolfe Pen Creek
R. K. Burford
J. A. Lenan
Charleston
Burford
Sears McCormick
H. McCormick
W. T. Garnett
Lestenm
Senate Approves Inaugural Money Bill Amid Parade Plans
The Senate approved the inaugural money bill amid preparations for President Coolidge's March 4 inauguration. Officials described grand ceremonial plans, with committees proposing a formal fireworks display at the Washington monument grounds and escorted honors for dignitaries.
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Senate
Charleston Man And Political Caucus In WV House
The Charleston man withdrew late yesterday as party leaders held a quiet meeting. Senator Darnall chaired the Democratic Senate caucus. Minority leader was chosen by vote among Hall Read and Hill. Read led with nineteen and a half votes, Hall eleven and a half, Hill five. Various honors in the house of delegates were decided unanimously.
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An Ry NA
Weisx
Anon
Jurriine Jonox
Marshall
Charles Ten
Thoms J Davis
Payette County
Darnall
Fit
Ute
Kidd
Septimius Hall
Wesel County
House
J. E. Cooke
Jefferson County
John &. Hail
Mingo
T. M. Read
Summers
Frank I. Hill
Peashontas
Read
Wall
Heu
House of Delegates
Chasen
Gore favors hands off policy on road bonds and contracts
Governor elect Gore arrived to meet legislators and discuss the road bonds and contracts matter. He said he would maintain a hands off policy unless actions harmed public interests, and he preferred delaying major decisions until after joining the president’s cabinet. He supported the principle of child labor amendments but favored differential treatment by class and noted West Virginia’s law as a reference. He received many calls and visitors during his brief stay.
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Gore
Washington
Polley
Ciora
Frivals
Gere Hhmset
Gore Sidd
Gazette
Lam
Fa Rand
Mareka
West Virginia
Goro
St Motel Kansovha
Dr Morgan lectures on drama of Job in crowded room
The talk explores the biblical Book of Job with focus on suffering, Satan’s test, and God’s justice. Dr Morgan references the characters Job, his wife, three friends, and the devil, noting themes of faith, trial, and mercy within the narrative.
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Peprecentod
Morgan
Cowell
Satan
Seene
Aine
Moreen Gui
Ruan
Ged
Berause
Gwlnet
Wimsetts
Bob
Gothen Poe
Igren
Olga
Moran de Pelnred
Mgr
Moreau
Morean
Turbulent Humorous Take on Old Cough Remedies
Fragmented OCR notes describe various old cough remedies and nostrums with exaggerated claims. Mentions Ernovhuline and Brot ghulme Kanulsion in a garbled list of instructions and warnings. The tone mimics a sensational period advertisement or potboiler medical blurb.
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Swort
Steary
Rome
Women Show No Interest in Caucuses
A fragmented report notes women's apathy toward caucuses during a May meeting. Attendees discuss party loyalties and gender participation while observers question voter engagement and the political climate. The piece references local officials and county figures, including Thomas of Montgomery, amid broader civic tensions.
Odd Scribbles on Politics and People in a Turbulent Era
A garbled OCR fragment mentions political figures, locations, and events in a tumultuous era. Names like Chaney, Gertie, and Lilies appear amid scattered references to elections, corporations, and legal notices. The text blends misread words with possible dates and places, hinting at a broader news item.
Fragmentary account of a dramatic public talk
An unclear report describes a lecture or sermon with references to a preldent, Job, and interpreters. It mentions an audience reaction, a speaker named Mu and a pastor associated with Schwanih Memorial church, with vague details about the event and participants.
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Ria
Janet
Morgan
Stulent
Milonid
Geneva
Schwanih Memorial
Coasting Accident Victim Faces Possible Death
A coast ing accident on Saturday night near Western Maryland Cove left a victim in critical condition. Despite early reports, hospital officials said the outcome remains uncertain as authorities investigate the crash involving a local resident and a visiting traveler.
Gas Company Suit Highlights City and Power Interests
A fragmented report outlines a gas company dispute over property interests and corporate ties. It mentions the Amorteuches and Mloverie company, a plant in St Albans, and connections to a highway project and electric plant, with office references on Aldensost Street and a clarifying note on allied firms.
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Pte
Piu
Hounneten
Wiles
Belpa
New St Albans
Fterstate
Parwar Vane
Amorteuches
Mloverie Commany
Aldensost Street
Ch Cea
Lewis Elected Wild Life Head Amid Turbulent Meeting
At a chaotic February gathering in West Virginia, Lewis was chosen as head of the Wild Life League amid factional infighting and accusations of cheating. Names like Mees Neehtin, Mould, and Haynes appeared in discussions of leadership and future actions.
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Lewis
Wild Life
Tee West
Alrmaim
YMCA
Dani Ceeherny
Grernsi
Stra Agia
Huckhannen
Fr I Haynes
Chirkshure
Wd Life Legeue
Stan Ownts
Lidepace
Somgoe
Moulton
County
Vlerk
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Ecquien
Txnaiien
Paige
Wwe
Nagata
Bern
Vane Leasigherlin
Hibbs
Anthony i Pires
Rid of Blackheads by Prolonged Steam and Salt Therapy
The fragment describes a method claiming to remove blemishes using prolonged steam and salt exposure. It references various locations and a mix of techniques, including mentions of sales pitches and secret contrivances. The readable text is garbled but centers on dermatological cleansing practices and dubious cures presented as experimental.
Curry presses for aircraft plans in military overhaul
Curry outlines plans before a committee, pressing for a national aviation department under cabinet rank. He cites need to unify military and civilian aviation and argues for a dedicated defense department arm to oversee commercial flight and airpower strategy. The testimony names Major Edward V. Rickenbacker and implicates army and navy roles in advancing a broader aviation program.
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Curry
Ganweemvale
Sais
Mavy
Enblavk
Hearnay
Edward V. Rickenbacker
New Federal Penitentiary Site Considered in West Virginia
Washington officials weigh Alderson West Virginia as the potential location for a new federal penitentiary for women amid inspection by Attorney General Stone and support from Senator Neely. Pelham, Tre, West Virginia, and Alderson are discussed as possible sites, with a final choice pending a board decision led by Stone, Work, and Davis.
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Washington Burea
Washington
Alderson
West Virginia
Federal Penitentiary For
Weed
Thomas J. Lal
3. M. Neely
Wreshington
Phiman F. Stone
Aldersat
Stis
Pelgha
Tre
Witile
Stone
Virginia
He Teisner
Ftubepe Work
geeFerine
Diterion
Davnes J. Davis
Kehor
The Kidd Studty Roanete Medical Ligeavery Testimony
A patient recalls recovering from long illness after using Dr. Plarve's Velde Medical Ligeavery. He credits renewed appetite and restored health to the remedy, recounting months of weakness and eventual improvement with the treatment.
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Plarve
Windview
Niet
UN Pierce
Tavedida Hoteat
Wattala
Deadlock in West Virginia Senate Election Shapes State History
The lengthy tie between Democrats and Republicans in the 1924 West Virginia Senate race led to a dramatic session with arrests threatened and a decisive ballot count. John T. Harris was named secretary, Coffman won the presidency after a protracted struggle, and state officials were quickly nominated as the chamber adjourned. A separate note reports the funeral of M. J. Cullfan, a prominent attorney and Knights of Columbus deputy, held at Mount Calvary cemetery with rites at St. Joseph's Cathedral.
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Kidd
West Vineina
Ladendanes
Chiarleston Ince Dent
Afeire
Fieadquartiera
Cinglas Nali
T. Mattiad
Buntington
Tha Xidle
Cof~ Jman
Cinelmnart
Kiddenewerwd
Charleston
Senate
Chris Ina
Judiciary
Peerowit
Wwe
Charles~ Burg
John T. Harris
mMferk
Sny
Werbert Skeen
Jackson County
John Wailawau
Huntington
W. HR. Maservie
Ruchle County
Coffiran
Erenate
Robert Widd
Glenville
Trembors
Imarridge
Job Meehan
Pennavivanta
Wieeling
W.va
M. J. Cullfan
Estat
Knights of Columbus
Mount Calvary Cemetery
St. Joseph's Cathedral
Marnie
Ty Bar Association
Betodua Pallboare Ots
Harvard names Daly as assistant to professor of military science
The Harvard athletic committee said the War Department will detail Major Charles J. Daly, former Harvard and West Point quarterback, who has been mentioned as a possible successor to Stephen Fisher as head football coach. Daly is currently assistant to the professor of military science at Harvard.
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Daly Camanidgh
Harvard Athleticc Committee
War Department
Charles JD. Daly
Harevard
West Point Charterback
Stebert T. Fisher
Harvard
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