GOP delegates and West Virginia primary issues at stake
West Virginia Republicans push for delegates to the Philadelphia national convention with Hallanan and Flynn leading a slate. Voter turnout is anticipated low amid local contests, as Governor and U.S. Senate candidates Jostle for support. Bachmann is urged for the Senate. The piece rails against machine politics and urges participation next Tuesday.
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Andrews
Walter Hallanan
Thomas O'Brien Flynn
Wheeling Iintelligencer
Andrew Northcott
Abe A. Lilly
West Virginia
Hallanan
Ward Lanham
Fairmont
Taylor County
United States
Boone Dawson
Lewis Miller
Republican Party
Carl Bachmann
L Ately Bachmann
United States Senate
Abraham Lincoln
Anonther Blitzkrieg Strikes Belgium and Holland Again
The piece notes Hitler's rapid attack on Belgium and the Netherlands, signaling a renewed "total" war era. It warns of strong Belgian resistance with reinforced aid from France and England, urging cool heads at home to avoid Europe’s missteps.
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Hitler
Belgium
Holland
France
England
Europe
Pension caution from labor leader warns against easy pensions
The Wheeling Intelligencer cites President Green of the American Federation of Labor warning workers against promoters promising simple pension incomes. He stresses there is no magic in government pensions that creates income without taxes, arguing the government takes from producers to fund such schemes and urging action from labor leaders to oppose flawed promises.
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Wheeling Intelligencer
Green
American Federation of Labor
Stewart Says Warship Revisions Needed After Air Bombings
Charles P. Stewart argues aviation proves warships require overhaul for overhead warfare. He notes aviators claim air power wins against sea strength, while navy officers say ships remain essential. Edison urges rearming ships against air threats, warning current designs are top heavy to resist bomb and torpedo hazards.
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Charles P. Stewart
Central Press
Navy
Germany
Norway
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Fleeta
Edison
Charles Edison
Army
Aviation
History of Taylor County reflects early 20th century Grafton life
The 1905 to 1906 chronicle recalls a Grand Street station fire causing 1600 dollars in losses and roof repairs, the Sellors Club's formation, and concerts by Vincent's Orchestra. It notes bridge plans, Wade Gould's death, the Jah Jah Rajah musical, and a push for a street railway franchise led by Charles Durbin, with hitching posts and civic entertainments shaping the town.
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Grand Street
Thomas P. Kenny
Council
Sellors Club
Lester Beery
William P. Cline
John Flanagan
Charles Hussion
Harry Lambrecht
Harry Price
Walter Tibbetts
Thomas Vance
Vincent
Fernleaf
Brinkman Hall
Taylor County Court House
Riba
A. C. Love
R. H. Mackin
A. J. Wilkinson
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Latrobe Street
South Grafton
South
Grafton
William Gould
West Grafton
Baltimore and Ohio
Newark
Ohio
Cleveland
Bhong
Opera House
Thomas F. Lanham
Walnut Street
Taylor County Court
Coon Hollow
Opera
Charles R. Durbin
John T. McGraw
Durbin
Hanson A. Jarrett
John 8. Whitescarver
Invasion Rumors Across Europe Spark Alert
Reports from London Paris Rome describe Allied and German movements as Luxembourg braces for a German assault. Ambassadors seek talks while pension advocates debate postwar security. Dutch frontier guards report German troops in contact with border forces as invasion unfolds.
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London
Paris
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
France
Rome
Netherlands High Command
Hitler’s Frontline Command Drives War Rumors Across Europe
The article traces a wartime narrative with references to Britain landing troops in Iceland and past mobilizations by Belgian and German leaders. It contrasts historic 1914 actions of Kaiser Wilhelm II and King Leopold II with claims of Hitler directing armies to shape Europe’s fate for the next thousand years.
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Wilhelmina
Iceland
Leopold II
King Albert
Kaiser Wilhelm II
Hitler
Britain
Denmark
Kelley Seeks Republican Nomination for Taylor County Assessor
C Fred Kelley announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for assessor of Taylor county subject to the May 14, 1940 primary. He requests support from Republican voters and expresses confidence in his ability to perform the duties of the office to the general satisfaction of the people.
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Taylor County
C. Fred Kelley
Taylor County May 14 1940 Republican Primary Candidacies
Frank L Kunst seeks Republican nomination for Taylor County assessor promising steadfast service if elected. He solicits support from all voters and expresses appreciation. Also seeks County Commissioner nomination, highlighting 37 years in the county and Flemington District familiarity.
Courtroom drama ends with Montcalm case dismissed
In a tense session, Montcalm is cleared as witnesses place the garden actions and a fallible clue in dispute. The coroner suggests a left handed possibility for the fatal stab while a river stool mystery lingers, and Jerry Markham is hailed as the focal figure amid a flurry of reporters.
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McGuire
Jerry
William Calla
Kam
Harvey McGuire
George Markham
Alfred
Muriel
George
Markham
Belzer
Morning Eagle
Louise Markhamt
Berger
Eogie
William Strickland
Laurel Street
Guy Stricl
April Tax Collections Lead Last Year
Sheriff Herbert Evans announced April tax collections totaled 39,901.85, bringing the year’s receipts to 141,436.80 as of May 1. In the past eight days, collections continued to show strength against the prior year.
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Herbert Evans
Sheriff Reports Funds Collected After Discount Period Ended
The sheriff noted that $5,240 had been collected by his office as the discount period ended.
Tax collection details for May and penalties from June
Taxes due in May will be collected at face value. Penalties begin June. This notice outlines payment timing and the start of penalties for late filing.
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