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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1901

Page

2

Grafton Sentinel reports broad early 20th century news mix

The paper notes West Virginia timber outlook improving with strong demand and prices, discusses U S political movements in Massachusetts and Cuba, Philippine insurrection progress, and opinions on Aguinaldo. It covers Indiana railway signaling politics, Baltimore & Ohio company training efforts, local liquor license disputes in Shinnston, and a planned Colonial Coal spur from Danae to Astor with local business mentions.

Colonial Coal Company Danae Astor Balen & Dito Gratton

Old and New in State Governance Enduring History

The article reflects on four years of Atkinson Republicans as history, praising their stewardship, noting no state funds misused, and predicting needed tax reassessment and potential reforms to property assessment. It contrasts past leaders with ongoing fiscal prudence and hints at future challenges and adjustments. The piece cites Charleston MailTribune and Clarkesville’s crime concerns, laments social changes, and inserts period advertisements.

Indiana Ski Iewien Prt Biesnerienend Wien Earlien Fon Ienes Atkinson White Charleston Mail’Tribune Clarke Mail Clarksburg Pearance Sean Somebody

Mid-Winter Excursions to Washington Offer Low Rates

The Ohio Railroad announces mid winter excursions to Washington with low rates and a ten day sale window. Traveling by splendid train with through coaches parlor and sleeping cars inclosed, the program invites visitors during Congress session. For tickets contact W. Lowman, Ti eo S08 oa akan.

I &Ohio Railroad Precaarn W. Lowmen

Death of Captain Nimrod Hyer in Braxton County

The Braxton Democrat notes Captain Nimrod M Hyer died at his Flatwoods residence aged 70. Hyer served as a commissioned officer in the 10th West Virginia during the Civil War and was captured, imprisoned at Libby Prison, and held as a hostage. Also mentioned are Major Nathan Goff later a U S judge, and Major Armsey, with details of their captures and clemency arrangements.

Braxton Democrat Nimrod M. Hyer Flatwoods Hyer 10Th West Virginia Braxton County Libby Richmond Nathan Goff United States Court of Appeals Lincoln Gen. Goff Major Goff Major Armsey Major Armacy Randolph County Nathan Goffin Capt J.H

A Little Tale and Odd Anecdotes From The Times

A selection from the Chicago Times-Herald mixes a fable about wealth and marriage with pithy quips on old maids bachelors and money. It threads in a cough remedy praise, a sales tale of Chamberlain’s, and notes a Pennsylvania-born man who built a fortune of about one million from amber and owns multiple mills.

Chicago Times-Herald eBank New York Chamberlain Chamberlain's H. Goddard Edgemont S. Oak Grafton Drug & Chemical Co W. M. Ritter Panther W. Va Pennsylvania Amber

Order of Publication in Virginia Public Court Clerk Office

The notice states publication in the Public Courier of Xavier County court records. Defendants must appear within one month after publication. The text is garbled but indicates a legal notice requiring response or action and outlines penalties for noncompliance.

Psi Virginia Puli Kavier County Sentinel Office

Peruna praised by several American women in letters

A collection of testimonials from Miss Janet Wilson Gaire Ida Harned Barbara Alberty and others praising Peruna Medicine Co Col umbus Ohio. The letters claim relief from colds catarrh backache and nervous debility with endorsements of Peruna as a restorative tonic and preventative remedy.

Janet Wilson Gaire One Musical Club Kansas City Dream Lode Mining Co New York Life Insurance Co Peruna Medicine Co Columbus J. Wilson Gaire A Hartman Ohio Ida Harned

Heehmer Real Estate Agency Seeks Buyers in Grafton Area

John J. Heehmer advertises a purchaser for all tract land near Grafton and several buyers seeking reasonably priced houses and lots. He offers desirable residence lots and homes with special attention to the John Flanagan lot. The notice hints at truth over pretense and calls for accountability in dealings.

John J. Heehmer Grafton John Flanagan

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