Senator Elkins Speech Defends West Virginia Republicans
Washington dispatch reports Senator Elkins in the Senate rebutting Senator Pettus and defending West Virginia Republicans against fraud charges. The piece notes a May 15 primary, May 8 convention at Fairmont, district politics, and local reactions, including court cases, accusations, and the tone of a pivotal party meeting. It describes a large turnout, party leaders, and a mix of local civic items and a planned lecture by Prof. Krill at Brinkman’s Opera House.
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Senator Pettus
West Virginia
Washington
Eikins
Senate
Pettus
Scott
Pet
Taylor County
Court House
Laced
Fallette
Philadelphia
Davin
Parkersburg
Elkins
Circuit Court
Supreme Court of the State
Broof Taylor
Ciarges
United States Senate
Conte
He Dyed to Live and Die at Marietta Grafton Man's Pension Granted
E. D Bourguard once ran the Grafton Dye Works in the Clark building on Main Street and served in the Spanish American War. He reportedly died by his own hand in Murrieta Ohio, several years ago, while working at his brother's dye works. Attorney J G Nigh secured a pension for Bourguard before learning of his death. Atkinson has appointed a bank examiner to replace O B Wetzel whose term expired. Col Kefauver is clerk in the Auditor's office and brigade adjutant of the West Virginia National Guard, with many Grafton friends congratulating his governor noted appointment.
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E. D Bourguard
Grafton
Clark Building
Main ‘Street
Murrieta
Ohio
J. G. Nigh
Nigh
Atkinson
O. B. Wetzel
Jackson County
Col. Kefauver
West Virginia
Kid” Wilson
Daniel Fisher
J. F. Prendergast
Weston Olt
W. B. Gi
L. M. E. Parish
Samuel Jennings
E. M. Eberhart
Tyrcenwell Mines
W. Va
Tunnelton
Bluevite
Waitman T. Robinson
Tox
Ae Ben
Mr. Campbell
D. Courtney
West Va. C. & Plr
Eucins
Clarksburg
Panhandle Railroad Company
D. C. Brandenbi
Saturda
Martina
Feis
Tis
H. E. Westcott
Miller
F.” Bowmaster
Belington
Wi. Robinson
Brandenburg
John Shaffer
W. J. Chenoweth
Wim. Vanacorder
Geor Hertzog
Fairmont
O. K
Baltimore
Gmite
Fatal fall at track claim marks victim and wedding in town
A brakeman named John H. Henry Jr. dies after falling before a moving engine near Cornwallis. His burial plans proceed at Parsons and Tyrconnell while a separate wedding in Grafton unites Mary E Leuthke and George A Hechiner at St. Augustine’s Church with a formal reception and extended honeymoon. The groom works for Holly River railroad and Lumber Co. in Palmer West Virginia.
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John H. Henry, Jr
Cornwallis
Henry
Grafton
Parsons Undertaking Rooms
Mill Street
Tyrconnell
David Henry
John H. Henry
Mary Leuthke
St. John and
Wilfred Streets
Mary E
George A. Hechiner
Holly River Railroad
Holly River Lumber Company
Palmer
W. Va
Thee
John McElligott
St. Augustine's Catholic Church
Mary Leeds
Heckmer
Boom at Flemington boosts coal trade and housing demand
The Flemington coal trade boom drives a housing shortage as 75 building lots owned by Dr. Will Davidson of Parkersburg go on the market. Labor demand surges with room for about two hundred more workers at good wages.
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Flemington
Will Davidson
Parkerssburg
Preenington
Surprise Wedding Report From Grafton Couple Wed
James A. Devers of Lemington applied for and received a marriage license in Grafton on the seventh of last month. He and Miss Carrie Weet, both of Lemington, were married by Rev. M. Smith at the parsonage. The groom urged secrecy. bride and groom returned to the bride’s parents’ home, who remained unsuspecting.
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James A. Devers
Lemington
Grafton
Carrie
Rev. M. Smith
Grafton G A R Seeks Participation in 30th Day Celebration
Post No 7 G A R of Grafton invites lodges and organizations to join a May 30 celebration. The notice appeals for interest and cooperation to ensure a successful decoration and event, asking groups to advise on two notes of assistance and enthusiastic support.
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Grafton
A Challenge to a Combat of Words in Apri To the Editor
A letter to the editor challenges Mr. John Blackwell to debate the subject of rebate and gender. Rev. R ov. takes the negative stance while W. Vas. Famatoni presents the affirmative asserting that a woman’s mental capacity is inferior to a man. The exchange is signed respectfully by the Reverend.
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Famatoni
W. Vas
John Blackwell
Peter Roy
Rov
Notice to Candidates in Bath County and District
Notice to candidates in Bath County and district. Payment of assessments levied by the Republican Executive Committee of Taylor County to defray primary election expenses must be made by May 8 1900 at 6 p m to have a name placed on the ticket. B F Barney chairman Reon Wats secretary.
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B. F. Bailey
Taylor County Executive Committee
Republican Executive Committee
Taylor County
For Rent Three Rooms on Main Street Notice
Rental ad notes three rooms on Main Street for immediate occupancy in a house near residence. Includes May or imminent availability. reader should contact for details.
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Main
Sporvaion
Wight
Ion May
County Clerkship Should Seek Full Term, Ayer Cited
The county clerkship should not change hands now as the present clerk has begun sound administration and is improving the office. Ayer, long in Sheriff’s service and resident in Taylor County since 1866, is endorsed as fully capable to manage lands and records, with independence from any outside dictates.
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Ayer
Haw
Taylor County
Taylor County Republicans Endorse Davis for State Senate
A Taylor county mass Republican convention endorses Hon. Thomas E. Davis for State Senate and L. M. Lafollette for auditor. Delegates named from districts, with debates over uninstructional voting and harmony following, in a lively recall of past party battles and a pledge to united action at the state convention.
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Taylor County
B. F. Bissley
Hon. T. Davis
J. Clark Cather
Davia
Republican Party
F. B. Blue
Waenras
E. Davis
State Senate
Amaron
Guard
Javisco
Davis
W. H. McDaniel
L. M. Lies Follette
H. B. Staggers
Cach
Pioneer Willey Dies in Morgantown at 85
Waitman Thomas Willey pioneer and former county clerk of Morgantown died Wednesday morning at his home aged 85 years six months. A prominent figure in early state politics he aided Gov Pierpont in building the commonwealth and retired from public life in 1892. Known as a scholarly man he was universally beloved.
Covenant meeting at Grafton Baptist church next Sunday
The Grafton Baptist church calls a covenant meeting and roll call for members next Sunday morning. Rev. Simmons will present a printed covenant to each member as the church welcomes new members. All members are urged to attend and stand to the covenant citing a biblical reference.
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Grafton
Simmons
Destructive Fire at Astor Ends Large Stock of Goods
A fire destroyed the Astor store owned by Thomas A. Allen, with stock valued at 3000 dollars. The building, insured only recently, burned with no chance to save the merchandise. Total loss estimated at 3500 dollars. the incident leaves Mr. Allen in reduced circumstances.
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Thomas A. Allen
Astor
Allen
Murder at Simpson Rocks a County Well Tragedy
A Wednesday afternoon tragedy in Simpson County ends with the death of Reed, a 16 year old boy. An altercation with Tutt Bartlett, 14, led to the fight near a well. Bartlett allegedly threw a stone that struck Reed, causing fatal injuries. Several youths witnessed the incident. The report details a chaotic scene and ongoing investigation by local authorities.
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Simpson
Reed
Joan
Tutt Bartlett
Nenene
Bartlett
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