Our Congressmans View on Taylor County Politics
A regional political column urges voters in Taylor and surrounding counties to back republican candidate Russell L. Furbee of Fairmont, highlighting his legal career, public service, and opposition to the New Deal as justification for support in the May 12 primary. The piece praises Furbee’s record and asserts he would prioritize Taylor County.
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Congress
Grafton
Taylor County
Careet
Washington
West Virginia
Ramsay
Taylor
Marion
Russell L. Furbee
Fairmont
Purbee
Marion County
West
Virginia University
C. Brooks Deveny
Furbee
United States
Christ Episcopal Church of
B. P. O. Elks
American Legion
Forty and Eight
Mr. Furbee
Purdee
Ohio
Wetzel
Ed N. Lock Declares Republican Campaign For Congress
In Taylor county a candidate announces for the Republican nomination for congressman from the first district subject to the May 12 primary. He pledges a vigorous campaign and the same efficient service of the past 15 years and seeks supporters and good will.
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Taylor County
Noa
ED N. Lock
Trolley Buses Spur Street Tradeoff and Transit Shifts
A city transit piece notes trolley buses on rubber tires blur lines between street cars and buses. In downtowns they stay mid street near tracks, then shift to the curb outside business districts. The service saves wiring, reduces track laying, and signals a shift from internal combustion to electric power.
Probe Impossible Without Senate Action on WPA Woes
United States Senator Rush D. Holt of West Virginia warns that probing WPA abuses requires a real Senate inquiry. He cites intimidation of workers and refusals to share cost data, noting officials fear honest testimony about WPA activities. He questions why the agency, a government body, would conceal information.
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WPA
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
United States
Rush D. Holt
West Virginia
Senate
Holt
Letter to the editor on road care in Grafton
A reader commends a recent editorial on road conditions and argues the root cause is illegal oversize and overweight trucks. The letter outlines how specifications were ignored by violators, cites frequent damage and hazards, and calls for enforcement of truck size and weight laws to protect improved roads.
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Grafton Sentinel
Grafton
W. Va
Citizens Plea to Curb Excessive Highway Speed
A reader from Fairmont West Virginia argues the earth rebels under unlawful speed and high traffic on improved highways. He urges blame allocation and protective action for taxpayers’ highway investment.
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Dusty Miller speech on sportsmanship and life values
Dusty Miller urged teachers on the value of sportsmanship shaping citizenship and character. Miss Dorcas Pritchard could not attend. speakers included Guy Kuhn Dr Paul P Warden and a local instructor quartet. The program featured Roberta Chenoweth singing and an invocation by Mattie Jaco with group singing directed by John Evans.
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R. Virail Rhorbough
Guy Kuhn
Paul P. Warden
Board of Education
Cedric Reynolds
Lynn Faulkner
John Evans
William Williams
Roberta Chenoweth
Tnvocation
Mattie Jaco
Taylor County
Week's Weather Outlook for Ohio Valley and Tennessee
Weather outlook for the week beginning Monday: Ohio Valley and Tennessee generally fair with showers midweek and again weekend. Cool Monday, warmer Tuesday and Wednesday, cooler Thursday, warmer at end of week.
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Ohio Valley
Tennessee
Roosevelt Speeches Draw Faint Praise From Washington
The dispatch notes mixed reaction to President Roosevelt s Baltimore and New York addresses. Critics say the talks are inspiring on radio but lack specific proposals and fail to meet the high expectations of Democratic supporters. Commentators also note a possible drop in effectiveness without adviser Louis Howe who has been ill and recently died.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Washington
Baltimore
New York
White House
Louis McHenry Howe
Howe
Robert T. Travis Seeks Republican Nomination for Sheriff
Sheriff candidate Robert T. Travis announces his bid for the Republican nomination in Taylor County. He vows an economical, just, and progressive administration and asks party members for support in the May 12 primary. Travis notes his former position as deputy sheriff.
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Taylor County
Robert T. Travis
Dallas Wolfe Announces Sheriff Candidacy for May Primary
Dallas Wolfe announces candidacy for sheriff as a Republican in the May 12 primary. He pledges a vigorous campaign if nominated and an honest economical administration with fairness for every citizen.
Rightmire Seeks Taylor County Sheriff Nomination
W E Rightmire announces his candidacy for Sheriff of Taylor County on the Republican ticket. A lifelong Taylor County resident and Republican, he pledges a vigorous campaign and an administration above reproach if elected.
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Taylor County
W. E. Rightmire
Ben Ff Sayre Seeks Taylor County Sheriff Nomination
A public notice by Ben Ff Sayre announces his Republican candidacy for sheriff of Taylor County on May 12. He pledges a courteous, businesslike administration if nominated and elected, noting prior service in the same office.
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Taylor County
Ben Ff
Sayre
Sheriff Nomination Bid Promises Honest Campaign
A candidate pledges to seek Democratic voter support in the May 12 primary and to wage a vigorous general election campaign if nominated. He states he is not part of any ring, has made no pre election promises, and pledges honesty courtesy and capability while earnestly seeking support.
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Landon
Bluefield Telegraph
Gov. Landon
Kansas
Cleveland
Frank Knox
Illinois
Vandenberg
Michigan
Borah
Idaho
Dickinson
Iowa
Leslie Eichel
Central Press
Senate Becaus
France
No Ring
Evans Seeks Democratic Sheriff Nomination in May Primary
Herbert Evans announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff, subject to the May 12 primary. He pledges a vigorous general election campaign if he wins the nomination and respectfully solicits support and influence.
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Sheriff
Herbert Evans
House of Delegates Primary May 12 Appeal
A brief notice seeking support for a House of Delegates candidate in the upcoming primary on May 12. The message requests influence and backing from readers to back the unnamed candidate, noting no further details about the race, district, or candidate.
Democratic candidate seeks party support for House bid
A Democratic candidate appeals to supporters to back a bid for the House of Delegates, emphasizing lifelong labor union backing and commitment to civic progress. The plea frames the candidate as a worthy recipient of the community’s confidence and dedication to worthwhile public moves.
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House of Delegates
Henderson Announces Candidacy for County Assessor
G Commodore Henderson declares his contest for the office of assessor subject to Democratic voters in the May 12 primary. He asserts his qualification to administer the office and pledges to seek the party’s nomination for the general election, asking for support from all voters.
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G. Commodore Henderson
Barry Batson Declares Democratic Candidacy for Assessor
To voters Barry B Batson announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for assessor in the May 12 primary. He pledges full time devotion to the office if nominated and elected and promises economical, sound governance.
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Barry B
Batson
Justice of the Peace Nomination Statement for Grafton District
Jefferson Onyack asks GOP voters for the Republican nomination for Justice of the Peace in the Grafton district. He pledges faithful service if nominated and elected, citing his current term as evidence of his dedication.
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Grafton
Onac
Jefferys
Justice of the Peace campaign pledge in Grafton district
A candidate for Justice of the Peace in Grafton Independent District pledges honest and faithful administration and impartial treatment. He earnestly solicits voter support in the May 12 primary, asking for the supper of all voters. John L. Wittman signs the appeal.
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Justice of the Peace
Grafton
John'l. Wittman
Justice of the Peace candidacy in Grafton district
Harry G Clark declares his bid for justice of the peace in Grafton independent district at the May 12 primary. He pledges capable honest administration guided by the bar and solicits support and help ahead of May 14.
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Justice of the Peace
Grafton
Harry G. Clark
Candidacy Announcement for County Commissioner
A citizen announces candidacy for County Commissioner subject to Republican primary on May 12. The speaker describes themselves as a sound taxpaying citizen with longstanding familiarity with county government issues and pledges to provide the best representation. Vote and support are solicited.
Byron S. Dilworth Announces Candidacy for County Position
Byron S. Dilworth seeks county office asserting honesty and competence. He notes prior service on the county court, filling a vacancy by appointment, and asserts qualification. He appeals for support and votes in this final appeal to the electorate.
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Vale
Tam
Byron
Dilworth
County Commissioner Reelection Appeal Pledges Service
A candidate asks for support in the May 12 primary and pledges to continue efficient, honest, and painstaking service as a county court member if renomination and reelection occur. Voters are respectfully solicited for backing.
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