West Virginia waterpower dispute and public interest critique
A lengthy critique argues the public must monitor the waterpower grant and Public Service Commission actions. It defends citizen protections, notes potential legislative fixes, and cites Dr. Vickers and the Wheeling Intelligencer on government responsibility. The piece urges informed public scrutiny ahead of the next session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Power Trust
Brant
Power Defense Fund
West Virginia
H. C. Ogden
Public Service Commission
Public Service Commission of
Public Service Commissions
Interstate Commerce Commission
Dieudonne Crosses Conflicting Reports From Patrol
Report details conflicting statements about a crossing attempt after a fight with Pilia Coublay. Gasoline in tanks, 700 gallons, would supposedly be sufficient for the crossing, but Captain Coste’s representative indicated uncertainty or denial.
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Pilia~ Coublay
Local newspaper classified policy and ad rates notice
The notice outlines letters to the editor welcomed but not anonymous, advertising rates on inquiry, 2 cents a word for first insertion and 1 cent thereafter, a 6 cent per inch composition charge after 9:00 a.m., and removal notices due by 6:00 p.m. the previous evening.
Liberty Day Silent Plea For Wider Fourth Of July Observances
The article urges stronger public celebration of Independence Day in Grafton and across the nation. It calls for annual communal gatherings at parks and fair grounds, fireworks, speeches, and music, while praising liberty and the Liberty Bell, and proposing a Liberty Bell Society to foster nationwide observance. It also promotes reading the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution in homes and laments overreach by prohibitions on fireworks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Federal Congress
Grafton
Grafton Park
Liberty Hall
Philadelphia
Felder
United States
Lilly enters GOP bid for justice of the peace in Grafton district
James L. Lilly files for Republican nomination to fill the unexpired term of late Squire L. C. Haymond in Grafton district. A longtime boot and shoe dealer and leader in Modern Woodmen, Lilly is described as trusted, public spirited, and prepared for the people’s court role. He plans an active campaign and is seen as a strong contender if nominated.
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Whistler
Innes
Florida
St. Petersburg
Tarpon Springs
James L. Lilly
Mets
Grafton
Squire L. C. Haymond
Jim" Lilly
Jim Lilly
Lilly
Office of Justice
of the Peace
People's Court
Protestants plan waterpower protest at Cheat date announced
Morgantown Dominion News notes a go-incident and protest plan to take control of Cheat waterpower. Dr. H H Vickers contributes to defense fund for public interest, citing a basic politico sociological principle.
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West
Dr. Vickers
Commonwealth
Dominion News
Public Defense Fund
Vickers
H. H. Vickers
Morgantown Dominion News
Fourth of July in Washington Predicts Cool, Quiet Celebrations
The Weather Bureau forecasts cool, comfortable Fourth of July weather in Washington with 80s for most districts and only a fireworks event planned for tomorrow night. President Hoover and friends may visit his Rapidan camp in Virginia, with Mrs. Hoover joining the party for the first time this summer after recovering from a fall.
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Washington
Capital
Weather Bureau
Hoover
Rapidan
Virginia Mountains
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