Serious Flood Threatens the Tygarty Valley Today
Flood conditions stretch from Point Pleasant to Cincinnati with the Ohio River at flood stage for 190 miles and rising. Reports describe backwater flooding in Tyree Fork and Tygarts Valley areas, guiding evacuations, damage to homes, and widespread disruption across West Virginia and nearby cities, as rivers crest and roads flood.
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Jamacia
Cincinnati
Point Pleasant
Point Ple
Merchan
Ohio Ja
Evansville
Ohio River
Vansville
Here
Hendrson
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Ohio
Ryansville
Col McGraw Nomination Fight Mirrors WV Political Strife
Charleston West Virginia January 16 report says John T McGraw unlikely to gain Democratic nomination for U S Senator amid factional struggle. William Chilton of Charleston leads a strong coalition with W E Chilton viewed as probable nominee and praised for political acumen and regional backing. The piece notes rivalries among party factions and hints at strong opposition to McGraw within the state.
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Charleston
W. Va
John T. McGraw
U. S
William ©. Chilton
Chilton
W. E. Chilton
West Virginia
Runaway Boys Detained in Cumberland Police Hold
Three Grafton boys, aged one to several, are detained in Cumberland city prison after riding a B and O freight there. Chief Pitzer provides shelter and meals, though no word has come from Grafton. Thomas Weaver, once at West Virginia Reform School, Clarence Tehonser, and William Ya are among the youths awaiting return home.
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Grafton
Charity
Pitzer
Clarence Tehonser
Cumberland
Thomas Weaver
West Virginia
Glase Plante
Tebouser
Unification Debate Highlights WV Baptist Education Plan
At Broaddus College trustees meeting in Clarksburg January 16, the West Virginia Baptist Education Union proposal to unify Baptist education in the state was deemed unfeasible due to lack of funds though attendees favored the plan. President S. F. Reed reported building improvements and condition of the college, with several local attendees listed. Meanwhile Jamaica earthquake reports cite massive casualties, homelessness, and widespread destruction in Kingston, with Admiral Evans and U.S. fleet movements assisting relief efforts and Kingston’s ruined infrastructure detailed.
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Clarksburg
Board of Trustees
Broaddus Neti
West Virginia
Kingston
Havana
Evane
Pleasant Woman's Club entertained by Mrs Gerkin on West Washington
The Woman's Mane Club reception hosted yesterday afternoon from three to five at Mrs John Gerkin's home on West Washington street. Despite rain all day the event drew many guests including Mrs Robeth Flanagan of Parkersburg. Attendees list features Mrs W P Henricky son, Mrs Chan Ro Durbin, Mrs Dr A Warder, Mrs H W Chadduck, Mrs GA Bowen and others. Refreshments of sandwiches hot coffee salad olives and revit panch were served.
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Mane Club
John Gerkip
Witene
W. P. Henrickyson
Chan Ro Durbin
A. Warder
H. W. Chadduck
Mere
GA Bowen
de J EK RK Eile
Vira W.A Byets
Ob, Schroeder
Ire EE Clark
Mies Mary Leede
Mise Kio Hamilton
Mise Minnie Witlbide
Mink Loui Byers
Mike Grave Prepeiae
Hires Myrtie White
Mise Anna Judge
Mise Lottie Bosh
Mies Heien Suub
Muew Nora Ryan
Lotus Lodge A O U W Entertain at Brinkspan Hall
The ball hosted by the B and O firemen drew a large, festive crowd last evening at Brinkspan hall. Vincent orchestra provided music while elaborate decorations and a central engine replica enhanced the scene. Dancing began at eight and continued late, with attendees calling it one of the season’s most enjoyable events.
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Brinkspan Hall
B&o
Vincent
Kanting
Carrera
Mr T E Cole Underwent Operation for Gall Stones
Mr T E Cole underwent gall stone surgery at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. The operation occurred at eight oclock this morning with skilled surgeons. Mrs Cole, Dr H Powell, and Clyde Cole of the Grafton Bank accompanied him. he is resting comfortably at noon and hopes for a swift return home.
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Taylor B Cove
Baltiaore
Johns- Hopking University
Cole
H. Powell
Ole
Clyde Ple
Grafton Bank
Baltimore
Gratton
Evangelist Norrie Sparks Steps to the Kingdom
At St Pauls Methodist Church last night Evangelist Norrie spoke on steps to the kingdom including conviction repentance faith justification and regeneration. The audience was good and many apt illustrations riveted the message. A great service is announced for tonight and all are invited.
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St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church
Norrie
Rey
Norris
Tony
Poultry Farm For Sale In Oakland Maryland
Bargain opportunity at Oaxiana View Poultry and Truck Farm in Oakland Maryland. Prime location and a paying business. For details contact Cras J Newman Oakland Md.
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Oaxiana View
Cras J. Newman
Oakland, Md
Portfolio of Beautiful Pictures from Sunday World Offer
Readers are invited to collect a portfolio of beautiful pictures over several weeks with the Sunday World. The selection is described as unequalled and suitable for framing. Subjects were bought from a large American art store clearing stock, priced at art store rates.
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Sunday World
America
San- New York World
Grafton Hair Dressing Parlor
Jarrett Building
Bell Phone No
Fireman's Ball Pleasing Social Expected by Lotar Lodge
Fireman's Ball draws Brinkman building members of Lotar Lodge No. 10 AO U W for an entertainment and social evening with music and a report correcting a false medical prescription rumor. Lodge officials urge attendance for a good time and family inclusion, noting Red Cross Pharmacy details and local cab service.
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Lotar Lodge No. 10
Ancient Order United Workmen
Brinkman Building
Lotus Lodge
Secord
AO U. W
Eeloseback
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Uoti
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Elking
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Fairmont
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Pitteburg
Allegheny
Mountaire
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Rowlesburg
Cheat River
Pittsburg
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Férniff
Heidenkampf Mirror Company
West Penn Railroad
Elk River
Coal & Coke Railway
Col. McGraw
Central Drug Store
Latrobe Street
Fast Bros
Poe
S. F. Reed
J Thos
Mannington
J & Coon
Sinnpston
George M Whitescarver
Baile S Payne
Fairmoult
LB. Moore
Parkere
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D W. 1
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James Ferguson
Royal Mail Steamship Company
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Jamater
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Port Royal
Port Antonio
Kenny Machine & Supply Co
Womans Club
T.E. Cole
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Walnut Street
J. M Farreworth
Red Cross
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Red Crose Pharmacy
Fauxsworret
I Cross Pharmacy
State Board of Macy
Rap Cross Pit
Elwell
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