Aged Lady Nancy Knotts Dies After Illness
Nancy Jane Knotts, 71, prominent resident of a home near Millersville, died this month after a period of invalidism and a recent bout with double bronchial rheumatism. Born December 8, 1855, she was daughter of John and Hannah Knotts. sister to Mrs. Thomas Jeffreys, with nephews and nieces surviving. Nephew Guy Knotts attended the last rites at Knottsville church. Rev. Soper officiated. Interment followed at a nearby cemetery. Bartlett Funeral Company handled arrangements.
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Nancy Jane Knotts
Millersville
John
Hannah Knotts
Thomas Jeffreys
Guy Knotts
Tygarts Valley Glass Company
Knottsville
Soper
Bartlett Funeral Company
Mystery Cove Inactivity Sparks Local Rumor
A coastal tale reports a man of the cove living thirty years without work, stirring curiosity and gossip among neighbors. No concrete proof is offered, leaving speculation to endure in the quiet harbor community.
No Justice Court Contempt Sentence Cited in Murder Case
A courtroom exchange shows a judge declaring thirty days for contempt of court amid questions of guilty verdict in a murder case. the prisoner’s status is described as none of your business. The fragment hints at a contempt ruling impacting the proceedings.
Grafton Social Roundup Sees Guests and Travels
EEE Misses Ruth and Vada O while Charleston guests Saturday visit Mrs. Walter Ball. Families from Grafton host and travel to Chicago Tulsa and Baltimore with relatives and friends. Local residents attend graduations and shop in Grafton with several journeys to cities in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth
Vada O
Charleston
Walter Ball, Jr
Ac EL Shanabarger
Washington Street
Charles McDade
Fairmont State College
Grafton
Thayer Street
C. E. Wilmoth
Charley
Chicago
C. J. Hudson
Tulsa
Okla
HL. D. Wilmow
Hudson
Mildred Wilmoth
Fred L. Bell
Fairmont
Walter Ball
Pittsburgh
Robert Gaines
Valley of Virginia
Washington
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Georgia Bennett
Arden
William Shaffersman
Loveland
Shafferman
James P. Flanagan
Canton
Ohio
Robert Hiser
Clarks
William Adair
William
F. D. Fortney
Newburg
Floyd Evans
Floyd, Jr
West Main Street
Satem Yes
Mer Ball
Leoha.Garver
Belington
Joseph J.remlinger
Willis Remlinger
Dental
Pittsburgh University
Bonnie, McCullough
Philippi
R. M.brown
Grace Frye
McMechen
Mr. Brown
Marion Brown
Lindsly Tattrets
Wheeling
Tire Company Wins Verdict
The United States pany received a verdict of 232.09 against Brothers in an open account case. The trial, held this afternoon, involved motions to set aside and centered on contributory negligence and defenses about a creek road guard rails near Irontown Road from last August. Evidence questioned whether the route was typical for motorists and the responsibility for injuries. J. Guy Allender defended the defendant. Delma Coal Company obtained possession of House No. 50 for a mine settlement occupied by Howard Berhamer in an appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Pany
Brothers
Locafternoon
Lilly Seiver
Irontown
W. Merle Watkins
Fety
Whee Own
J. Guy
Allender
Delma Coal Company
Howard Berhamer
One Chance in a Sedan Giveaway on Labor Day 1927
A local store announces a Labor Day sweepstakes offering a Pontiac De Luxe Sedan as a prize. Every dollar spent qualifies for a chance, inviting men and boys to consider purchases of apparel and goods.
Archdeacon Co. Granted Stay On Appeal After Verdict
Wm Archdeacon Co. secured a stay of sixty days to appeal to the Supreme Court while the court issued a writ of possession for the property. Fred Young, charged with a misdemeanor, is held on a $500 bond for appearance at the October term, with Sam Young as surety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Tasuing & Writ
Fred Young
Sam Young
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Y McAvoy - Marie Prevost
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Lew Cody
Gloria
Wanson
SUNY
Roxy Theatre
Studebaker
Custom
Howard F. Glenn
East Main Street
Union Drug Company
UNION
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the Love Drug CO
C. V. Miller
Grafton, W. Va
Justin Martin
Hwa O Matearet Wilson
Leston
Discreet
Grand Theatre
William Fox
Peril
Opera House
Hne Maytag
Mead
Bing
Parish-Nusum Maytag Co
W. VA
Buckhannon Parrish-Nuzum Maytag Co
Clarksburg
Roberts Hardware Co
Elkins
Parish
Nuzumn Maytag Co
Gassaway
Nazum Maytag Co
Grantsville
GAL Wit
Harrisville
W. Cantner
Parkersburg
Parkersty
Clark’s Plumbing & Hardware Store
Tire Company
Wm. Archdeacon Co
Spike Heel
Goodyear
Greenfield's
the Mayor and Police
Pruntytown College
America
Haymond Piano Co
Main Street
F. M. Glenn
Optum
First National Bank
Byeq
Boylen Battery CO
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