County Accepts Snare's Offer in Tax Dispute
Taylor county officials move to settle with Snare corporation through compromise on taxation of property at Pycart dam. Firm agrees to pay taxes on tangible property here and on limited bank deposits, while notes and intangible assets in New York and elsewhere are excluded. County expected to gain about 2,200 to 2,500 from the arrangement. assessor cites 1,317.75 tax due on dam tangible property for the first half. Charleston attorney Bevercomb and Harvey A. Poe comment on the tentative terms and possible future challenge.
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James ©. Hot
Taylor County
Chap- Bevercomb
Charleston
New York State
New Jersey
Cuba
Harvey A. Poe
Bevercomb
Poe
State Builds Reveals Family Strife and Fatal Scuffle
Edith Maxwell confronts her father Maxwell in a kitchen dispute over discipline and domestic quarrels. The struggle escalates with breaking pans and a hidden knife, ending with Maxwell unconscious after a fall.
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Maxwell
Edith
Mary Kathryne
Mrs. Maxwell
Mommie
Faith
Disturbers Nabbed in Beckley Liquor Store Clash
In Beckley on December 15, managers Roy and a clerk reported a disturbance at the liquor store. Horace Clark and Laura Harrison, both described as Negroes, were arrested following the incident.
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Beckley
Roy
Horace Clark
Laura Harrison
Fight Hurts Fatal In Fatal Fall From Trestle
Raymond City man I. E. Lovejoy died in a hospital from injuries suffered in a fight 15 months earlier when he was pushed from a 40 foot trestle during an argument in Inum county.
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Charleston
Ie Lovejoy
Raymond City
Itnum County
Open break in Democratic House as Lafon refuses judiciary chair
The dominant Democratic majority shows its first open fracture as Delegate William M. Lafon of Monroe declines the judiciary chair, prompting Speaker Kay Thomas to consider a new floor leadership plan. Thomas says there will be no majority floor leader this session, aiming to finish by Thursday. Helmick leads GOP in Senate. Kurtz in House. Governor Kump notes unemployment compensation was in his June special session call.
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Lafon
House
William M. Lafon
Monroe County
Judiciary Committee
Kay Thomas
Helmick
A. L. Helmick
Tucker County
Kenneth Kurtz
Weston
Kump
Governor backs bill to protect public funds from federal loss
The governor urged legislators to consider a bill drafted at the joint committee's request. He warned of uncertainties but emphasized the measure's goal to safeguard people from the risk of losing large sums of money to the federal system and commended its review.
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Legislative Committee
Plantour to Offer Carols on Christmas Eve
Fifs of 17 churches will meet in front of the First National Bank building to tour city sites and sing carols for hospital patients inmates and others. Joseph B. Dryfield head of the city recreational program announced this morning with Miss Virginia Watkins leading and coordinating ministers and church youth departments. The adult education program will join in the celebration inviting public participation.
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First National Tank
Joseph B. Dryfield
Virginia Watkins
Cevs
Young Peoples
Vroram Wil
Miss Watkins
Postmaster Sought for Former Local Man in 1890 Case
In Los Angeles a research firm seeks Christian Naef or Naff Neff last seen in Grafton in 1890. He owes money. Contact 606 American Bank Building Los Angeles CA or write to Postmaster James T. Murphy for any clues about his whereabouts or relatives.
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Los Angeles
California
Christian Naef
Naff
Neff
Grafton
Cnoney
American Bank
Second and
Springs Street
James T. Murphy
Fear Epidemic Hits Pemberton Area Scarlet Fever Tide
Physicians report Mrs. Henry Johnston and her three weeks old daughter have scarlet fever and three more cases are under treatment in the county. A campaign to prevent spread has begun.
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Pemberton
W. Va
Henry Johnston
Christmas Trees For Sale By Lee C Brown Lot
Lee C Brown advertises fresh Christmas trees for sale at a lot opposite West Penn office or Miller's Filing Station with dated sales on December 15 18 21 and 23.
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West Penn
Millers Filing
Lee C. Brown
See Layton before you buy your NMAS trees
Layton's Transfer Co announces NMAS trees available at prices from 10 cents to 1.50 dollars. The sale runs December 15 and 16 at 212 Barrett Street, encouraging customers to compare offerings before purchasing.
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NMAS
Layton’s Transfer Co
Barrett Street
Long illness proves fatal for Francis Peters
Francis Columbus Peters aged 75 died at his Swat farm residence after a long illness. Born October 14, 1851 in Upshur County, he had lived in the county for sixteen years. He was married twice and is survived by eleven children and numerous stepchildren. Funeral plans await word from children. services and burial are to be held at Harmony Grove Church with burial in Harmony Grove Cemetery.
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Francis Columbus Peters
Swat
Marion Peters
Upshur
Peters
Torice
Martha v
Tia M. Able
Effie Ben- St Petey
Francis O Porters
Lynn
Z. V. Jones
Orlando
Martha Burke
Weston
A. W. Phillips
Cedar Fells
Iowa
C. F. Peters
Minnesota
Clyde E. Peters
C. W. Carr
Fakehance
Charles McCluster
Churchville
W. Va
O. C. Bennett
California
I. W. King
Akron
Ohio
John Peters
Grafton
Oletta Bennett
William Bennett
Ruth Bennett
United Brethren Church
Two inmates held on cattle theft in Beckley
Willard and Gilmer Athey, after serving sentences at Chillicothe Federal Reformatory, returned to Beckley and were arrested by Deputy Sheriff Tom Ler on charges of stealing a cow from Fred Cook.
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Beckley
Willard
Gilmer Athey
Federal Reformatory
Chilicothe
Tom Ler
Fred Coock
Fine Christmas Candy Gift Assortment At Low Prices
A local shop promotes a selection of Whitman Martha Washington and Joan Manning candies as ideal Christmas gifts. Prices range from 25 cents to five dollars, inviting customers to choose with assurance of quality.
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Whitman
Martha Washington
Joan Manning
No Mail Delivery On Holiday Says Murphy
Postmaster James T Murphy announced that Christmas day will see no mail delivery while post offices will handle Christmas packages. He urged senders to use early, registered, and insured mail and to wrap fragile items carefully. A special delivery stamp guarantees delivery on Christmas day. Further information is available from the nearest post office.
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Murphy
James T. Murphy
Postoffice
Taylor county court docks nine officers and notaries
In a busy session the Taylor county court qualified and approved bonds for nine elective and appointive officers to serve four years. Notary publics sought licenses, and two staff deputies for the sheriff were approved. The court will meet December 23 to complete the qualified list. Prosecuting Attorney Holt and Miss Sommerville applied for notary commissions. Commissioner Friedman was appointed to settle accounts of estate administrator J. Guy Allender. A $7.54 tax refund was ordered to H. G. Meredith for timber removed before year start.
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Taylor County Court
Herbert Evans
Harry Bat
Hoye G. White
A. B Knabenshue
Grafton
W. T. Wells
Knottsville
3. L. Wolfe
Court House
John Snico
James L. Guth Ard
Joseph Mask
James 7. Holt
Emily Sommerville
Harry Friedman
J. Guy Allender
L. C. Haymond
H. G.meredith
Black Legion Chief Caught in Oldtown Arrest
Isaac "Peg Lez" White, founder of Michigan's Black Legion, was captured in Oldtown after detectives traced a car license to a false name. He was ill with a cold and offered no resistance. Authorities say several defendants face syndicalism charges tied to plans to seize arsenals and overthrow the government.
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Cumberland, Md
Isaac “Peg Lez” White
Michigan
Black Legion
Pest
Oldtown
Allegheny County
Virgil B
Bert) Effinger
Lima. O
Detrei
Ife
White
Detroit
I. M. Slub
Sherif Edgar M. News
Grafton Drug and Chemical Co ad promotes fresh prescriptions
An old ad for Grafton Drug and Chemical Co claims only fresh pure drugs are used in fillings. It offers prescription delivery and asks customers to visit a store of known ability and reliability.
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Grafton Drug & Chemical CO
Pee
Rexall
GRAFTON DRUG &+CHEM. Co
Physician Reaches White But Man Captured In Bed
A physician summoned to treat White’s illness arrived at his home in Oldtown. Officers surrounded the residence and captured White in his bed. Doctors advised transporting him to the hospital. his peg leg remained behind in Oldtown.
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White
Lewis
Oldtown
Welfare Visitor Suffers Elbow Fracture in Fall
A welfare visitor suffers a painful fracture to the left elbow after failing and falling from a platform at 252 Spruce Street last night. Though in pain he remains able to continue his duties as he recovers.
Luncheonette Ad Promises Cheap Toasted Ham Sandwiches
A luncheonette invites shoppers to refresh with its Toasted Baked Ham sandwich for 100, plus Heinz soups salads and beans, and Maxwell House coffee brewed in a Silax percolator. The ad positions the store as a Christmas shopping stop and headquarters.
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Maxwell House
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Wallis Warfield Simpson
Hollywood
Central Press
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Schick
A&e
Sentinel
Layton
Francis C. Peters
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