Codification Commission Draws West Virginia Scrutiny
The Grafton Sentinel discusses the West Virginia Codification Commission. It criticizes overreach in drafting a new code, warns of excessive and conflicting statutes, and urges simplified codification and standardization to prevent burden and confusion. The piece calls for transparency and careful scrutiny when the commission’s work is released.
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West Virginia
Moses
Sinai
Codification Commission
Flunk Costs and Child Grit Spark Debate in Education
A Philadelphia educational study warns that 22 000 public school failures raise more than 1 250 000 in tax costs. The piece argues promotion loss erodes morale, risks student dropouts, and urges scrutiny of teachers and parents. It notes potential reforms and calls for clear candidate stances on taxation and education policy.
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Philadelphia
Tigory
Pittsburgh Post
Candidates Speak On Public Interest Stance
Charleston Gazette editors preview MP candidates for the legislature, noting their public positions and upcoming declarations. The editorial emphasizes readiness to address the press and voters as the 1942 campaign advances.
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Charleston
Tecous
Sprandhea
Martin enters race for county commissioner short term
Mr Martin announces candidacy for the county court in the August primary to fill the short term. He has filed papers with the circuit court and accepted the vacancy created by impeachment proceedings. Martin, a Taylor county native and Flemington district businessman, is described as a capable, progressive leader likely to appeal to voters countywide.
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I. D Martin
Martin
Circuit Court
Mare
Tle Ia
Taylor County
Flemington
Codification Proposal From State Recodification Commission
The Buckhannon Record notes speculation on the States Recodification Commission. It suggests the commission aims to simplify state laws, but forecasts the report may cause turmoil among legislators as it reportedly rewrites laws in broad fashion.
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State Recodification Commission
Commission
Tle
Buckhannon
Tate
Damascus II: A window into a city lost in time
A historical panorama discusses Damascus as an ancient metropolis older than Memphis Thebes Babylon and Nineveh, noting its endurance through centuries while rival powers rose and fell. The piece contemplates the danger of destroying this hoary relic in 1976 and the loss to world history.
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Damascus
Yast
Charleston Daily Mail
Tamascus
Rome
Memphis
Thebes
Babylon
Nineveh
Ue Trasea
Free Transportation Warns of Summer Travel Dangers
The Tacoma Tribune reports an incident near Olympia where a motored driver gave a pedestrian a ride. a collision killed the pedestrian and the administrator of the deceased’s estate seeks damages. The piece notes similar cases across states and urges caution amid summer travel.
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Tacoma Tribune
Olympia
Wash
Janeenger
Muotorissho
Snen
Free Rides and Summer Health Warnings In 1900s Dispatch
A noisy mix of social notes and health advisories cautions drivers about granting free rides to youths, notes Congress adjournment and a damp July, and warns campers that seemingly clear water may harbor typhoid germs. It stresses prudence and medical guidance to prevent illness.
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Walter
Statesmen and senators clash over reform in primaries
The passage mocks current senators Cole Bi of South Carolina and Manafield M Neely of West Virginia as they spar over a resolution to restrict expenditures in senatorial primaries. The exchange features charged remarks and flamboyant rhetoric, with references to historic figures Clay Calhoun and a blend of satire on political integrity.
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Cole
South Carolina
Manafield M. Neely
West Virginia
Neely
Senate
Carolina
Clay
Wayne and
Zohn C. Calhoun
Eloise Kerr Taken To Grafton Hospital
Miss Eloise Kerr of Yates Avenue, living at her father's summer park home, was stricken with appendicitis yesterday and rushed to City Hospital. An urgent operation occurred around 5 pm. she is reported to be improving. Her parents were away at a Moose convention in Chicago when telegraphed.
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Daily Sentinel
Eloise Kerr
Yates Ave
Inue
Vaughn Kerr
Park
Chicago
Mary Thomas
Themas Pen
Help the Move Install Flag Decor Along Main Street
The American Legion boys seek about $600 to install flag decor along Main Street from Bridge Street to the Post Office. They plan to drill 85 to 90 holes, set metal sockets, and purchase flags and stages to dress the street for holidays and memorials. Support is urged as an investment yielding lasting satisfaction and a gala street appearance with new uniform street lights.
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American Legion
Main Street
Bridge Street
Salvation Army raises funds through year to meet budget
The local Salvation Army corps reports success in meeting its annual budget after a one day drive ended near the required total. Leaders note past shortages and praise the community for support, saying prosperity should extend to those who serve in the city and county.
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Salvation Army
S. A
Prst
Altvat
Jdevstet
Baptist Pastor Chosen Negro College President
Rev. Mordecai W. Johnson, pastor of First Baptist Church, Charleston, was named president of Howard University yesterday. He is abroad in Europe, with Mrs. Johnson uncertain if he will accept. Johnson has nine years of local ministry and national stature as writer and lecturer in black uplift. He studied at Morehead College, Chicago University, and earned a Harvard master’s degree.
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Charleston
W. Va
Mordecai W. Johnson
First Baptist Church
Howard University
Europe
Gratton High School Faculty Chosen Amid Reconstruction Questions
Contracts expire as Gratton schools fill four high school teaching posts while grade school positions await the Tygarts Valley Glass plant reconstruction decision. Grace Loar seeks a one year leave, Belmer’s death requires a new subject teacher, and Rosaling Fleming becomes librarian and French instructor under supervision of ArbioMinty.
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Gratton
Tygarts Valley Glass Company
Mids Grace Loar
Board of Education
Miss Lear
Misa Belmer
School changes after accident injuries shift staff
After Miss Morton and Miss Belhmer were injured in the same accident, Miss Hoover, history and English instructor, will be replaced by Miss Begs Liter of Point Pleasant. Possible additional new teachers may join before the start of school, but their names are not yet announced.
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Morton
Belhmer
Hoover
Begs Liter
Point Pleasant
Durkin Testimony On Shanahan Killing Details Employed Rail Job
Durkin testified he killed Shanahan after Shanahan shot first, claiming he believed the federal agent was a hold up man. He admitted bootlegging but denied stealing automobiles while presenting papers from prosecutors and an application for railroad employment.
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Durkin
Shanahan
Coal Loadings Steady Despite Miner Strike Calls
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad officials report 950 cars loaded yesterday and 1300 more to place at mines tonight. Mine camps indicate few miners out for short vacations and likely to return tomorrow. Coal companies say many workers traveled from distant homes to rest of week and will resume Monday. most mines operate at full force with some short of a few men.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Republican Party Primary Docket for Taylor County
John A. Springer of Flemington announces candidacy for the House of Delegates in the Republican primary on August 3, 1926, seeking GOP support. James C. Holt likewise declares candidacy for the same nomination, urging Republican voters to back his bid on August 3, 1926.
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House of Delegates
Taylor County
John A.springer
Flemington
Thomas W. Brohard Seeks Taylor County Clerk Nomination
YOR circuit court clerk announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Clerk of the Circuit Court in Taylor County. Subject to voters at the primary on Tuesday August 1924. He respectfully seeks the support of all voters.
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Yor
Taylor County
Thomas W. Brohard
Local residents embark on summer activities and travel
Jake Hess secures a summer clerk position at Burton and Sitter's Tog gery. Families from Wilford Street motor to Pittsburgh for a weekend, while others plan trips to Grafton, East Liverpool, and Webster. Trooper Combs resumes duties after West Virginia and Ohio trip, and various locals visit relatives in Pennsboro and Webster during the holiday period.
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Jake Hess
Burton and
Sitter
Toggery
Ella Welch
Arthur
Herbert
Ruth
Evelyn
A. M. Bigs
Wilford Street
Pittsburgh
J. Hulse
Clarence Hulse
Bertha Lily
Billy Cotton
Grafton
Margaret Sawyer
Heme
Washington Street
Clyde Lewis
New York City
Combs
Troy Alkire
Keyser
Simpson
State Police
M. H. Cox
Parkersburg
Kinney
Cox
Teech Street
Eugene Harrison
Pear Mountain
John Jenkins
Pennsboro
National Limiteds
William Newton
Independence
Richard
Virginia Newton
Webster
Irvin Finley
Payne Announces Candidacy for Taylor County Clerk Nomination
Chas H Payne declares as Republican candidate for Taylor County Clerk in the upcoming primary on August 3 1926 soliciting support from Republican voters.
Ross Seeks Republican Nomination for Taylor County Commissioner
John M. Ross of Plemington West Virginia seeks the Republican nomination for Taylor County Commissioner. Voters will decide at the primary on August 3 1926. The term would begin January 1 1927 and end December 31 1982.
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Taylor County
John M. Ross Plemington
West Virginia
County School Superintendent and Circuit Clerk Candidacies Announced
I announce my candidacy for re election as County Superintendent of Schools subject to Republican voters in the August primary. I also seek nomination for Circuit Clerk on the Republican ticket subject to the August 3, 1926 primary. Your support is appreciated.
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Relerk
Frank Bennett
House of Delegates
T. B. Carrico
Tay- Hor County
Priupigyo
Fempaeteany -Rotlett Tars
Aia
Eee Ap
County Clerk Campaign Declarations in August 1926
A fragmentary campaign notice announces candidacies for County Clerk in Taylor County. Republicans FRANK BENNETT and T. B. CARRICO request primary support and vow service. Democrat C. O. BROWN also seeks nomination in the August 3, 1926 primary, soliciting Democratic voter support.
Burdett Runs for Circuit Clerk Nomination
J 8 Burdett announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for Circuit Court Clerk. He solicits support and votes from readers.
Martin Declares Candidacy for Taylor County Commissioner
D Martin of Flemington West Virginia announces candidacy for Republican nomination for the Taylor County Commissioner seat in the upcoming primary on August 1926. He cites prior court duties and limited campaign plans, trusting supporters to campaign on his behalf.
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Taylor County
Pranes
D. Martin
Flemington
W. Va
Norton Youth Wins Mach in Beech Street Gift Draw
Norton West Virginia youth Richard Gebel is to receive a Ford chassis sport body car from Beech Street’s Bryant Auto Sales. The vehicle, a gift, features wire wheels and Mercury body, described as attractive and in running condition. Local figures Arthur Yates Hoy White Frank Gawthrop and H Mooral acted as judges in the selection.
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Richard Gebel
Norton
West Virginia
B. B. Bryant Auto Sales Company
Beech Street
Grafton
Arthur G. Yates
Hoy White
Frank Gawthrop
H. ©. Moora
Standings and Today’s Games From Local Leagues
Standings show Fairmont Scottdale Clarksburg Wheeling Uniontown Johnstown Jeannette and others with scores and upcoming games. National results list Trenmlte Chicago Pittsburgh Cincinnati St Louis Brooklyn Boston and Philadelphia. standings rank Cincinnati Pittsburgh St Louis Brooklyn Chicago New York Philadelphia and Boston by win percentage.
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Fairmont
Scottdale
Clarksburg
Wheeling
Cumbriand
Jeanette
Uniontown
Johnstown
Marksburg
Cumberland
Jeannette
Wheeling W
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Eames
Pittsbnrgh
Chicago
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Brooklyn-Boston
Brooklyn
Boston
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
W. TE. Pet
New York
Baseball Results and Standings Revealed
Yesterday’s scores show St Louis defeated Detroit 5 to 2, Chicago 8, Cleveland 0. Philadelphia and Boston rain halted play as Boston visits Philadelphia today. Standings list New York Chicago Philadelphia Cleveland Washington Detroit St Louis Boston. Also Baltimore beat Reading 6 to 2 in a test entry, Syracuse defeated Buffalo 11 to 6, Jersey City beat Newark 2 to 0, Toronto and Rochester 4.
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St. Louis
Detroit
Chicago
Cleveland
Philadelphia
Boston
New York
Washington
Baltimore
Reading
Syracuse
Buffalo
Jersey City
Newark
Toronto
Rochester
American Association Scores and Weather Notes
The text lists diverse scores and cities including St Paul Kanana City Joutaville Columbus Minneapolis Milwaukee Toledo Indianapolis. It mentions attendance and rain affecting plans, with fragmented race or game results and event notes. The fragmentary report hints at a sports schedule with regional teams and weather impact.
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St. Paul
Kanana City
Joutaville
Columbus
Minneapolis
Milwaukee
Toledo-Indianapolis
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Grafton Weekly Sentinel
Peoples’ Guardian and Friend
Grafton Sentinel Publishing Company
Postoffice
Howard H. Holt
Latrove Street
THE
Associated Press
Kanawha
MR. Martin
Porto Gs
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Congress
Grafton Hospital
Negro College
Rachel Newel
Ronald Bishop
Rosaling Fleming
Nee
sArhiod Minty
Butner
James C.holt
Chas. H. Payne
Kor County
Brown
Dapper Bandit
Marti Durkin
Edwin C. Bhanahan
Tn Compiston
Eoabannais
Alon
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Republicas
Burdett
Norton Youth
MACH
Bryant Auto Sales Company
R. Giebel
Mid-Atlantic
National Trenmlte
American Association
Rother
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