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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1924
Page
20
A messy clipping reports a county meeting where residents and officials discussed road repairs. About 73 persons attended. Chairman OA led the session with intent to address deteriorating conditions, seeking supplies and funding from the county court.
Greybill, long time contractor from Charleston and Moarcee county, to be honored with services on Vine Street Saturday morning. The funeral notes his 34 years in Charleston and earlier life, with several family names and local references. The report mentions a traffic incident near Feltision and a crash in Aflateaville, with unidentified locals responding.
John W. Davis of Clarksburg earns favorable remarks from newspapers as a Democratic presidential candidate from West Virginia. Articles praise his labor stance, legal career, and ambassadorial record, noting support from unions and strong intelligence, readiness for public service, and potential value to the party.
A violent tornado hit Dickinson and surrounding communities on Wednesday shortly after 4 p.m. causing deaths and numerous injuries. Affected areas reported extensive property damage with estimated losses around a million dollars as many businesses suffered major damage.
Fragmented help wanted style ad promises smiles and romance for a dime in exchange for OH HENRY bars. It appeals to a “young man” and “young lady” with vague hotel hallway references, offering OH HENRY incentives for meeting and information, with mix of addresses and misprint riddles.
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