Five children die as oil heater explodes in Detroit house
On May 8 a small frame house in Detroit burned after an oil heater exploded while mother Florence Orton lit it to warm the home. Flames trapped the second floor where five children Dennis Orton Jerome 5 Patricia 7 Mary 9 and John 12 slept. two police officers said they likely never woke.
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Public sale decree for school fund land in Taylor County
The West Virginia Circuit Court of Taylor County orders sale of lands listed for nonpayment of delinquent taxes to benefit the school fund. The notice names numerous lot numbers, plats, districts, and owners or heirs, with required appearance within one month to protect interests.
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Gail C. Dalton
Governor Meadows Faces Split Over Kanawha Candidate
Kelly recounts January meetings where five men urged a Kanawha County born candidate for governor and Meadows promised further talks before any decision. Patteson announced his candidacy shortly after, drawing Kelly’s insistence that the governor should act honestly and without bias.
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Grafton remark sparks sharp WV debate over tame perceptions
A terse exchange about Grafton stirs reaction as residents respond to criticism of West Virginia. The dialog highlights local priorities and tensions, with multiple voices defending or challenging the portrayal of the community and its people. The incident underscores community identity and public discourse dynamics.
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