Hearne and State Politics Stir West Virginia Races
Discussion covers Hearne returning to the governor race in Ohio County and party struggles in Monongalia and Taylor counties. It notes Hearne's withdrawal, Swisher and Scherr deputy contenders, party unity in Parkersburg, and legislative ideas from Maryland to Hepburn. Also mentions trolley plans and West Virginia’s Taft support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William S. Hearne
Ohio
Hearne
Scherr
Swisser
James K. Hall
Ohio County
Maryland
West Virginia
Mount Hope Community Notes And Weather Clues
Mount Hope reports farmers halted oats and corn planting due to snow and rain while a cold wave paused housecleaning. Local visits include Keyser visitor Miss Koontz and A R Watson's social calls in Grafton. Lifespit facets: typhoid recovery for Bertie Summers, church league activities at South Point, and May 17 preaching at 7 pm with Sunday services inviting parents to attend with children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Koontz
Keyser
James Rogers
A. R. Watson
Mary Brown
Halleck
Bertie Summers
Joseph
Baugh
Aaron Neel
Matthews
Joseph Phillips
Hattie
Dessie Turner
J. B. Watson
Charles Bakey
Morgantown
George Turner
Charles Rogers
William Matthews
W. C. Matthew
Brock Weaver
Harry Watson
Mr Phillips
Edythe Rogers
Grace Matthew
South Point
Charity Delayed by Wealthier man's Choices
A reflection on Hon. J. N. Camden who, despite great fortune, sets aside no portion for charity. The piece contrasts personal wealth with the era's rising philanthropy urging endowments for educational and needy institutions in the young state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Camden
Mr Hearne Re-enters Race Sparks Editorial Debate
Newspapers across the state weigh in on Mr Hearne s decision to run again for the gubernatorial nomination with Parkerburg State Journal calling for measured judgment as editors comment on his political move and its implications for the race.
West Virginia Shippers seek relief on rail carrier rules
The text discusses potential fines for mining firms carrying their own freight, the push to involve Senator Elkins for relief, and political maneuvering around the Hepburn act extensions and car shortage debates. It mentions the Second district Democratic convention in Grafton and critiques of William H Hearne’s governor nomination prospects.
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Elkins
Senator Elkins
Interstate Commerce Committee
Culbertson
Congress
West Virginia
Morgantown Post
Grafton
Wennally
New Street Commissioner Promises Public Work Push
Mr. Jacob Morgan, newly elected street commissioner, faces a hefty program of public works. He vows to display business skill as he undertakes important tasks ahead for the city on this issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SWEET
Melody
Jacob Morgan
Saloon License Discount Scheme Favors Early Buyers
Saloonkeepers financed licenses by buying up $8,000 worth of outstanding orders at a discount, converting them into cash for the city collector. The tactic reduced license costs for those with licenses, while exploiting the city’s revenue mechanism over the past year.
Bad Land Slide Delays Cumberland Division Train Service
Morning relief crews report a major landslide on the Cumberland division blocking No. 3. The line cannot be opened before 10 AM and service will be at least three hours late. A trackman, unnamed, fell from a work train near Deer Park Hotel station at 1:30 AM, was rescued, treated for a sprained hip and bruises, and is a Terra Alta resident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumberland Division
Terra Alta
Deer Park Hotel
Altamont
Deer Park Tower
Oakland
Sunny
Italy
Morgantown G A R Post Cancels May 30 Parade Plans
The G A R Hoffman Post No 62 Morgantown reports it cannot raise funds for speakers bands and accessories for Decoration Day on May 30. Veterans say they can no longer organize elaborate ceremonies and hope the public steps in to preserve the patriotic graveside observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgantown
W. I. Protzman
Hoffman
Bartlett for Sheriff in Taylor County Candidacy Praised
In Taylor county a letter praises Philander Bartlett as a sheriff candidate. The writer urges country voters to support untried, capable Republicans and to widen office rotation to curb cliques. He cites Bartlett’s character and dedication and notes 1907 industry figures in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ynear
Taylor County
Philander F. Bartlett
Bartlett
Grafton
Philander Bartlett
Republican Party
Coffman and Wickwire Visit. Protracted Meeting Soon
Mr Gilbert Miller of Coffman visits grandparents at Wickwire Sunday. Protracted Church of Christ meeting starts Saturday May 16 led by O J Bachman of Sardis. Frank Wood and companion have moved to housekeeping. Miss Leota Wood sick with typhoid fever two weeks. Mail carrier J C Newcomer reports roads improved under overseer Chas Robinson. A fragment notes southern clergymen and a crowd of boys at a local event with politics and wrestling referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert Miller
Coffman
Wickwire
Church of Christ
O. J. Bachman
Sardis
Frank Wood
Leota Wood
J. C. Newcome
Mail-Cartier
Sunday Socials Round Knottsville Community
Local notes list Sunday visits by Ralph Bainbridge Ray Shroyer Marion Allender and the Knotts household. Alberta and Frankie Ware from Grafton attended church, Uriah and Mrs Jones visited W H Thomas. Hachel Grace Bain and Ada Wilen hosted Ada Means at The Pines. Fred Swisher Everett McDaniel visited Albert Wilsin and brothers. Ada Rinker welcomed guests with I M Rinker family. J M Hall and Mrs Hall visited J W Shroyer in Coyes Barbour county. Epworth League to be led by Beasie Shaifleroan next Sunday night. all invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Bainbridge
Ray Shroyer
Marion Allender
Messrs Knotts
Sunnyside
Alberta
Frankie Ware
Grafton
Uriah Jones
W. H. Thomas
Hachel
Grace Bainbridge
Ada Wilewn
Nitro Means
the Pines
Fred Swisher
Everett McDaniel
Albert Wilsin
Russell MoCartney
Guy
I. M. Rinker
Ada Rinker
J. M. Hall
Barbour County
Epworth League
Beasie Shaifleroan
Local Community Health and Residence Movements Report
Bunners health standing is very good as community members share weekend visits. Neel family and relatives travel between homes Saturday and Sunday while small-town residents attend church and prayer meetings. A rural mail carrier from Parkersburg faces theft charges.
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Hearbe
Oklahoma
Monongalia County
Arnold C. Scherr
Swisher
Taylor County Republican Committee
James Jacobs
John Henry
Flemington
Knottsville
Court House
Alling
Robinson
Parkersburg
Scott
Ohio Statesman
Pennsylvania
Union
Keystone
Fayette County
the Sentinel
Ira E. Robinson
Supreme Court
Judge Robinson
Wm. H. Taft
Republian
George C. Sturgiss
Mount Hope
England
France
Germany
Washington
District of Columbia
Prohibition Party
State Journal
William H.hearne
Wheeling
The
Cumberland
NTOWN
South
Texas
Virginia
Tennessee
North Carolina
Alabama
Arkansas
Cofeman and
DR. Paugh
Grafton Banking & Trust Co
Bunners
Samuel Neel
James Neel
Mogers
Rennie Rerse
Peninah Henderson
Mire
George Neel
Mary, Neel
Rosa
Nancy
Gibson Reese
John K. Linn
Blueville
Cherry Rum
Boyce
Willie Neel
Bunner’s Ridge
George Leonhart
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