Three Children Die In Morgantown Fire Tragedy
In Sturgisson two houses burned after an early morning blaze at the Deckers Creek Sand and Stone plant area. Three Corbin children Rachel 16 James 7 Susie 6 perished. Russell Corbin warned parents. two younger siblings perished in beds. bodies found later in charred ashes. Buried in family cemetery. incident shared with Elkins Inter-Mountain note on Carrie Nation’s sermon reception.
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C. P. Corbin
Sturgisson
Deckers Creek Sand & Stone Company
Stugise
Rachel
James
Susie
Russell Corbin
Anc
Scoat Fleer
Ritchie County
Roosevelt vows no third term despite calls
President Roosevelt rejects any nomination for a third term, while public opinion splits between approval and desire for a different stance. Bowman reappointed to the state normal school board of regents by Governor Dawson, effective immediately. Administratrix notice for Ira McDonald estate invites claims and settlement.
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Roosevelt
United States
Ira McDonall
Deceare
Emma V. McDonald
Monongah disaster relief seeks 200000 for widows and orphans
A Monongah circular reports the relief committee led by Gov Dawson and Bishop Donaheu aims to raise 200000 to aid 250 widows and 1000 children and to support aged dependents of victims. About 50000 has been subscribed, with 175000 needed for per widow and per child provisions, plus further sums for abroad families and housing.
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Sentinel
Monongah
W. Va
Wm. M. D. Dawson
Donahue
Mason
Arnet
Fairmont
Europe
Grafton
Hood is sentenced to five years for second degree murder
The trial of Charles Hood, a railroad man and former clerk, ended with a second degree murder conviction for fatally striking Robert Clingan with a catsup bottle in Oakland Maryland. Hood, who wed only months earlier, showed resolve as he received a five year penitentiary sentence amid public sympathy.
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Robert BE. Clingurg
Oakland
Boyd and Henderson
Clingan
Baltimore & Ohio
Hood
Will Not Close Down Tygart Valley Glass Plant
A circulating report that the Tygart Valley Glass Company in Beaumont had closed for the winter is false. The Sentinel learned from the manager that the plant is operating regularly, making shipments, and has a strong market. Grafton residents have contributed to the Monongah relief fund through multiple sources, with the city likely to receive a full report of contributions.
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Tygart Valley Glass Company
Beaumont Addition
Sentinel
Grafton
Monongah aid call grows for widows and orphans relief
The article notes continued requests for funds to help widows and orphans from the Monongah disaster, urging Grafton residents to raise more aid as families struggle long after initial gifts. It also mentions SWEET MELODY FLOUR and a New York World cartoon about Denver being chosen for the next Democratic National Convention.
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Denver
Cal
Nebraska Statesman
Pike's Peak
Tramp Ed Rankin Killed In Lumber Freight Car Accident
Ed Rankin a tramp from Kaneville Ohio died when two lumber piles in a freight car shifted at West Union on Monday crushing him between the stacks. Benjamin English of Glouster Ohio survived by a narrow margin and identified Rankin. Rankin’s body was taken to a West Union undertaking establishment and interred in the Potter’s Field there.
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Ed Rankin
Kaneville
Ohio
West Union
Rankin
Benjamin English
Glouster
Potter's Fiel
Flynn touted as Preston county statesman in Morgantown visit
Hon James W Flynn of Kingwood visited Morgantown where the Post praised him as a leading Preston county figure and potential Republican senator. The piece lauded his self made rise from poverty, conservatism in business and politics, and close ties to coal and rail interests. Also notes churches aiding Monongahela sufferers and local ads. Arthur Madera returns home for a short visit with his parents in Morgantown.
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James W. Flynn
Kingwood
Morgantown
Preston County
Squire Fynn
Second
Prestonn County
Squire Flynn
Reform School Board of Trustees
Dawson
Preston
Flynn
Squire
Sqire Flynn
Sturgiss
Senate
Monongah Disaster Aid Echoes From The Sentinel
Amid scattered notes of local industry and events, the Grafton Sentinel highlights donations for the Monongah mine disaster relief. Mayor Moore’s acknowledgments praise the paper’s fundraising efforts and list incoming contributions while mentioning Monongah’s relief needs and ongoing regional activities.
Wedding on West Side in Fairmont Bride and Groom Honored
A Sunday West Side wedding joined Miss Susie L. Martin and Mr. Jame W. Breedlove in marriage at the U B church with Rev E Berten Reese officiating. Guests, relatives, and friends attended a wedding feast as the couple begins married life in Fairmont. The bride is an organist at the U B church. the groom, a Fairmont Grafton Gas Company employee and Young People's Christian Endeavor president.
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A. J
J.ame W. Breedlove
Fairmont & Grafton Gas Company
Susie L. Martin
Beaumont
E. Berten Reese
U. B
Young People’s Christian Endeavor Society
U. B. Church
Refused Pay For Services By John A. McCabe
John A. McCabe the prominent funeral director who tended to Monongah mine disaster victims refused payment for his services. He stated he would work only if the coal company covered the bill, or the families paid if they wished. His offer remained voluntary and gratis otherwise, reflecting his generous Christian spirit during the tragedy.
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John A. McCabe
Monongah
Wietime
Mm McCibe
Not the Same Thing Cholly Lisper dispute over Mabel Tiptoes claim
In a terse exchange quotes attribute to Cholly Lisper and an apparent denial about telling him that Mabel Tiptoes would become an actress. The dialogue suggests a misattribution of statements regarding her going on the stage, with one party acknowledging the claim and another denying it.
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Cholly Lisper
Mabel Tiptoes
AV O-RHEUMA Safer Reliable Cure for Rheumatism
The ingredients of AV O-RHEUMA form a formula claimed as the safest and most reliable cure for rheumatism and kidney diseases. It is said to act like magic on the kidneys, cleanse the blood, and remove uric acid, the cause of rheumatism. Sold by all druggists and county merchants.
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HEW Hom Sewing Machine Company
Orange
Mass
J. M. Richardson & CO
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