Redistricting the State and partisan fairness urged
The article argues for fair reapportionment of West Virginia into congressional, senatorial, judicial and delegate districts. It condemns 1891 gerrymandering, calls for a nonpartisan, constitutional approach, and urges Republicans to build a legislative ticket to ensure a governor and legislature aligned with true, clean governance.
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Democratic Party
Ubun
West Virginia
Harrison County
United States Senate
Clarksburg
Patent Guide Offers Free Copy to Readers
Special voice E. G. Siggers, patent lawyer in Washington DC, advertises a valuable copyrighted book titled How to Obtain Patent Caveat Trade-Mark and Copyright Protection with Decisions in Leading Patent Cases. A free copy will be sent to any address.
Democratic Family Fight for Senate Seat in West Virginia
Charleston correspondent reports a rumor filled scramble in the Third district where Judge Johnston seeks the United States Senate seat opposing John I. McGraw. Johnston allies with the Chiltons to challenge McGraw, while Wilson backs McGraw and Creed Collings moves to siphon votes. A political tug of war unfolds as factions maneuver for convention influence and control over the state’s Democratic direction.
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Charleston
Warkersburg News
Judge Johnston
Congress
Johnston
William Seymour Edwards
McGraw
John I. McGraw
Chiltons
Sheim
Hhis
Ile
Abe State
Iafton
Joe Chilton
Kansas City
Chilton
John T. McGraw
Bryander
West Virginia
Kunnel
Joe
Palwert
Chicago
Henry S. Wilson
Parkersburg
Naional
Wilson
Owas
Parkersburer
Judas Iscariot
Kanawha
Kunoel Joe
Palmer House
Coonunessj
Jos. Chil
Creed Colling
Pennsboro
Collins
Wood County
United States
Edward Wilson leaves for Harrisburg to visit ill mother
Edward Wilson departed last night for Harrisburg Pennsylvania at the call of the serious illness of Hon H Wil son s mother. Mrs Wilson is described as an old and remarkable lady suffering with pneumonia and retaining her mental vigor before this illness. Mr and Mrs H Wilson remain at her bedside.
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Edward Wilson
Harrisburg
Hon. H. Wilson
Messenger Family Moves to Grafton Promoted by Terra Alta Republican
The Terra Alta Republican commends Sherd Messenger and his family for relocating to Grafton after resignations from office in TerA Alta. Sherd, with trusted roles in the town, is well liked. his wife is from a prominent local family and described as a hardworking popular woman aiding the community.
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Sherd Messenger
Grafton
Sherd
Tera Alta
U1is
Messenger
Terra Alta
Fertilizer Exchange Sells Specialized Oat Corn Potatoes Brands
Fertilizers from The Exchange aun Gratton W VI are priced for oats corn potatoes and related crops. The brands claim to boost yields and quality with formulations made expressly for each crop.
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Aun
Gratton, W. VI
Premien Dishonesty Over Reward For Goebel Assassin
A Louisville diary notes Kentucky legislature approved a $100,000 reward for arrest and conviction in the Goebel assassination. Critics say the amount invites dishonest schemes and new detectives seeking a share. There are concerns innocent people may be harmed as cases are styled to fit the reward, undermining the law’s intent.
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Evening Democratic
Louisville
Kentucky
William Goebel
Goebel
Sone
Does It Pay to Buy Cheap and The German Syrup Callout
An old advertisement extols Hosehee's German Syrup as a cure for severe lung trouble claiming quick relief and rest. It lists sample availability at local druggists and includes a Morgantown note condemning tramp nuisance, urging work and independence. Also a help wanted ad seeks a girl for general house work with high wages.
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Grafton Drug & Chemical Co
Monroe & Brohard’s
Flemington
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