Grafton YMCA fund drive nears strong total
A mass fundraising report shows the Grafton YMCA drive reaching $2,885 by 11:30 AM with Captain W. L. Browning leading a large display. Donations include $250 from Mr Shrader and list several supporters, while officials call for more subscriptions as workers prepare for a final push Friday and Saturday. The article lauds the YMCA’s role in youth development and quotes Elihu Root and President Roosevelt on its value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Browning
Grafton
Young Men's Christian Association
Elihu Root
Washington
Roosevelt
Young Men’s Christian Association
Church of Jesu Christ
Notice to City Water Users for July Rents
Notice in a city notice style stating water rents due at the City Collector office in the Tarret Building for the July quarter beginning July 1. Payment must be made by July 15 to avoid cutoff under city ordinance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tarret
Wanted to Buy Three Good Horses for Loan and Prices
Advertiser seeks to buy three solid horses weighing around 1000 pounds or 1 100 pounds. Offers loan option and box prices are included, with terms likely pending. Contact details unavailable in readable text.
A Favorable Sign For George Stargise Race
A Parkerburg State Journal item notes that George Stargise is a frequent target in campaigns, signaling strong support. The column mentions a sale of 350 canvases at 5 cents each and an odd line about McCafferts 6 inch third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Stargise
Parkersburg
McCafferts
Grafton's Public Building Coming to Grafton
Washington message announces ten thousand dollars appropriated in the Omnibus Public Building Bill for the purchase of a site in Grafton. The Daily Sentinel receives the update with the sign-off from the correspondent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Daily Sentinel
Grafton
Fairmont Fourth of July Celebrations Promised
Martinsburg and Elkins cover July 4 plans in Fairmont with a free pony show and circus, two balloon ascensions, and a full day of attractions. The piece mentions a large street parade and band concerts, aiming to attract a crowd and boost local business. Also notes Keim and Welton delegation results for a congressional convention and a contentious Randolph county convention.
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Fairmont Everstuing
Fairmont
Gentry Bros. Dy and Pony Show
Martinsburg
W. Va
Pri- County
Sturgiss
Keim and Welton
Sturgise
Keim
Welton
Clarksburg Youthful Horse Thief Arrested
A nine year old, Ellatr Hull, stole a two horse buggy from a Main Street lot, fled toward the countryside, and was pursued by police. The boy was captured near Craigmoor after attempts to trade with gypsies and was brought back to jail. He is the son of John Hull of Point Comfort.
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Clarkeburg
Ellatr 'Hull
Lowndes
Main
Third
Carter
Craigmoor
Here
Shanional
John Hull
Point Comfort
July Weather Forecast Promises Varied Storm Phases
The piece outlines Prof Hicks’s July forecast with multiple storm periods from the 4th to 7th, 10th to 12th, 15th to 19th, 22nd to 23rd, and 26th to 30th, predicting heat waves, thunderstorms, and seismic disturbances. It notes an unusually warm trend in early July, then cooler changes, and mentions local social notes including visitors and visits in the region.
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Catherine. Whitman
Gratton
John Shafferman
Columbia Street
Ora Newman
Independence
Associatio
J. W. Roberts
Clarence Bloom
Baltimore
First Ward
Wilbur ‘Shafferman
William Shafferman
Grafton
Funeral yesterday for Thos B McGlumphy in city church
The funeral of Mr Thos B McGlumphy who died at his home in the First ward Monday morning was held yesterday at 3 pm at St John Street Methodist Protestant church with Rev C L Queen officiating assisted by Rev H Howard and Rev D L Rutter. Large attendance from Reno Post No 7 G A R and Central Lodge I O O F. About thirty five carriages formed the cortege as church neared capacity. Interment followed at Blaemont cemetery beside his wife who had predeceased him two years. The deceased is remembered as a young and worthy citizen.
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Thos. B. McGlumphy
First Ward
St. John Street Methodist Protestant Church
Paetor
C. L. Queen
H. Howard
Andrews’ M. E
D. L. Rutter
West Main -Street-M.-E
Blaemont Cemetery
Graduates Offered Quick Training for Office Work
A special discount training program promises stenographer or bookkeeper skills in a few months. Graduates accepted into desirable positions with good salaries, signaling rising demand for competent office help since April. Readings business community in Clarksburg, West Virginia endorses the approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ermel
W. Va
Business Ocounece
Clarksburg
Death of Ada Garlow Six Months Old
Ada Garlow daughter of Mr and Mrs John Garlow died this morning at their First ward home after a brief illness. Funeral services will be Friday at two pm at the residence conducted by Rev D H Ratter of Weat Main Street M E church. Interment will be in Bluemont cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada
John Garlow
D. H. Ratter
Weat Main Street
M. E
Bluemont Cemetery
Ten Year Old Willie Hileman Dies After Appendicitis
Willie Hileman of Maple Avenue died yesterday afternoon at Gratton Sanitarions after an appendicitis operation. A bright youth aged about ten, his funeral was held today at three o'clock at his residence with Rev. D H Ratter officiating. Interment followed at Bluemont Cemetery, with undertaker John A. McCabe in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Hileman
Maple Avenue
Gratton
D H Ratter
West Main Street
Bluemont
John’ A. McCabe
Quiet Home Wedding Joins Mire Grant and Joseph Lehman
A quiet eight thirty last evening wedding at the bride’s parents home on Washington and St John streets joined Mire Anna L Grant and Joseph Lehman of Fairmont. Rev M A Barnes officiated in Episcopal ceremony. The bride, a prominent teacher, wore embroidered robe over white silk with white carnations. the groom, a Fairmont newspaper man, wore black. The couple left for Atlantic City and other eastern points on train No 4, then plan to reside in Fairmont.
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Jas
A. Grant
Washington and
St. John Streets
Mire Anna L. Grant
Joseph.Letman
Fairmont
M. A.barnes
Lehman
Pennsylvania
Fairmont West Virginian
The
Sentinel
Grafton
Atlantic City
Pointe
Loch Lynn Hotel Contract Awarded to Zeck and Son
The Loch Lynn Hotel and Construction Co. awarded the heating contract for the new natatorium under construction to Messrs. Alex Zeck and Son of this city. Zeck also holds the heating contract for Buckhannon City Hospital and has installed plants in many West Virginia cities, with a reputation for high quality work and a tendency to secure additional contracts in the cities they serve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loch Lynn
Fourth of July celebration at Grafton promises feats
The weather forecast calls for showers tonight and cloudy skies. A local pump factory offers whistle signal cards and O G Augh Co invites inquiries on fencing and building materials with right prices and ready supply. A carload of Hollow Brock foundations arrives for early buyers. Grafton declares the biggest celebration yet on July Fourth featuring a trades display balloon ascension athletic sports horse racing flambeau drill and more, with low railroad rates.
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Augh& Co
Brock
Grafton
Rexmpend
Ft Bands and Balloon Ascensions at Fair Mont
A Fourth of July program in Montfair features Ft Bands and two balloon ascensions. The event runs during the Mont Fair holiday, drawing attendees for musical performances and aerial displays. Officials promote family activities and a fireworks finale after sunset.
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Fairmont
Steve
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Jw. VA
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Elkins
N. G Keim
Elking
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