Senate Defeat Promised for Gilkeson Resolution
Charleston West Virginia May 23 The Senate recessed after reading the Gilkeson resolution. Senator Silver paired with Meredith and asked no action until his return. Indications show the resolution will be defeated in the Senate by 18 to 1 while the House of Delegates also recessed after a brief session.
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Senator Silver
Meredith
Charleston
W. Va
Senate
Gilkeson
Senator Meredith
House of Delegates
Juniors Play Impresses at Brinkman Opera House
The Grafton High School junior class presented The Merchant of Novice Up-To-Date at the Brinkman opera house to a full, appreciative crowd. The cast received frequent applause for strong performances, costumes, and makeup, with audience laughter and praise throughout.
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Grafton High School
Brinkman Opera House
Opera House
Weather hopes and community notices in Thornton town
Rain is welcomed for farm work and several residents are noted for health visits travel and social events. Mae Martin may recover strength. Grant McDaniel and Geo Martin are seen in Grafton. Allen Hartsaw remains bedbound. Lena Canfield visited grandparents. Keng Carlson returned home from Fairmont. Nathan Waugh and Samuel Dillon attended a box social at the Summer school. Cleo McDaniel visited Willie Canfield. Joe Forman visited B F Canfield. MWA and ICCF lodges plan memorial at Mt Morris on June 11 and festival at Danville on June 10 for lodge benefit. Rev Snider preached at Mt Pleasant. Pleasant Valley church service at 2:30 pm. Joseph Forman working roads. Sentinel items appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Martin
Grant McDaniel
Grafton
Allen Hartsaw
John Waters
Grayce Canfield
Keng Carlson
Fairmont
Lena
I. F. Canfield
Geo. Martin
Ed. Dillon
Nathan Waugh
Samuel Dillon
Cleo McDaniel
Willie Canfield
Joe Forman
B. F. Canfields
Mt. Morris
Danville
M. W. A. Lodge
C. A. Snider
Mt. Pleasant
Pleasant Valley
Joseph Forman
Sentinel
Married at Oakland Maryland Elopement Wedding Notice
Announcement of Edward Hou and Clara Henderson wed in Oakland Maryland after eloping. They left for Texas and Kansas to reside. Groom worked at Dominion Window Glass Company plant.
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Edward Hou
Nen
Clara Henderson
Walter Henderson
East End
Oakland
Maryland
Texas
Kansas
Teh Dominion Window Glass Company
Big Circus Arrives in Grafton for Dual Shows
The Forepaugh Sells Brothers Circus will perform June 2 at Love field Blueville, with Sun Brothers also set to exhibit on Fetterman Field the same day. Officials report two major circuses in the city, forecasting a large turnout and a historic crowd.
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Sells Brothers
Grafton
Love Field
Blueville
Sun Brothers Circus
Fetterman Field
Five aces trigger fatal mining town shootout
Five aces found in one deck sparked a quarrel among miners in SKTTANNING Pennsylvania last night. Three men were killed and one later died from a gunshot wound. Dick Sendrio accused of cheating was beaten and shot into the crowd, wounding four including his own brother who was among the dead. Sendrio escaped amid the chaos. Messrs. W. P. Kinter J. C. Lewellin and B. J. Willhide of Reno Post Arkansas will attend Morgantown for the Grand Army encampment meeting Wednesday to Friday. Other locals expected to join before it ends. Don’t use Calomel or Cathartics. Buy Pields Prune Syrup and Safe.
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Skttanning
Dick Sendrio
Sendrie
W. P. Kinter
J. C. Lewellyn
J. Willhide
Reno Post
A. R
Morgantown
Grand Army
Reno
Wanton Waste of City Water Slows Systems Daily
A Daily Sentinel report quotes Frank B. Cather, Supt. of Water and Light, complaining that 266 gallons are used daily per person in the city. He cites night spigot neglect and continuous reservoir drawdown, forcing the plant to fill the four million gallon tank four times a day and wear pumps and machinery. He urges thrift and closer shutoff of taps.
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Frank B. Cather
The
Sentinel Today
Wells Fargo Express Dividend Fuels Parcels Post Push
A 310 percent Wells Fargo Express dividend is credited with strengthening support for parcels post, outpacing prior agitation efforts. The statement highlights the financial incentive driving advocacy and suggests a shift in momentum among supporters and opponents.
Girl 16 Takes Own Life Over Parental Rejection
Miss Levine Jarvis aged 16 in Jarvisville killed herself by hanging after her parents refused to permit romance with a neighborhood youth. She used a rope tied to a tree limb and fastened to her neck, discovered by her mother hours later.
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Clarksburg
May
Levine Jarvis
Jarvisville
William Jarvis
Lorimer Case Returns to Senate as Probes Expand
Washington May 23 renewed charges allege Senator Lorimer of Illinois is unseated. Senators Dillingham and LaFollette push separate inquiries with support from both parties. Probes focus on spending for his election and potential corruption in the Lorimer case as committees weigh which inquiry path to pursue. Also notices in the estate matter request creditors to present claims by June 23, 1911, to J Frank Wilson commissioner.
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Washington
Lorimer
Illinois
Dillingham
LaFollette
Senate
Democratic Steering Committee
Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections
Elections Committee
Committee On Privileges and Elections
Hette
Vuun
Hyams
O. L. Seranage
Charlotte Evans
John
J. Frank Wilson
Massacre of 206 Chinese at Torreon in Mexico City
Official reports from May 28 describe a three day battle and sacking after rebel occupation of Torreon, with mass killings of Chinese residents. The account portrays mob violence and cruelty toward Chinese amid the riot.
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Mexico City
Torreon
Rotera
Notice of Sale of Gas Property at Flemington West Virginia
On June 10, 1911 at 1 pm the Flemington Oil and Gas Company offers for sale at Gas Well No. 1 on the John B. Cather farm two miles north of Flemington all property including one producing gas well about 12000 feet of 6 inch casing almost new one derrick and a twenty five acre lease tubed with heavy 2 inch tubing to about 1500 feet. Cash terms. Unpaid subscriptions due. For information contact John B. Cather President or Isaac D. Martin Secretary.
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Flemington OM & Gas Company
John B. Cather
Flemington
West Virginia
Isaac D. Martin
Star Matinee at Star Theatre Shows The Bell Boy
A large crowd enjoyed The Bell Boy at the Star Theatre matinee this afternoon. The engagement runs for three days and ends this evening with the closing performance.
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Daily Sentinel
Star Theatre
the Star
New Willard Hotel Construction Moves Ahead
Construction on the new Willard Hotel progresses steadily with framing nearing completion. City officials monitor safety standards as workers advance the steel skeleton and exterior facade, aiming for a spring opening.
Magnificent Baltimore Hotel and Depot Under Rapid Construction
Builders J J Walsh and Sons advance the Baltimore and Ohio passenger station and Col John T McGraws Willard Hotel in Grafton. Earthwork and brickwork continue as terra cotta and window frames take shape on the first story. The six story hotel will include private baths and telephones, a 24 hour restaurant in the basement, and aims to surpass expectations as a durable landmark for the city.
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Messrs. J. J. Walsh & Sons
Baltimore and Ohio
New Willard Hotel
Col. John T. McGraw
Grafton
Col. John 'T, McGraw
Woman severely burned at home in Fairmont
Mrs. Frank Sapp of Water Street First Ward was badly burned yesterday afternoon while at home. Clothing ignited by fire either from stove or a burning paper dropped by her child. Neighbors put out flames, Dr C L Holland treated her, she was taken to Cook hospital. She is a young woman with one child and well known in the city.
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Fairmont
Frank Sapp
Water Street
First Ward
Rage Victor Riot at Angouleme Aviation Exhibition
In Angouleme Me May 23 a crowd gathered to witness Vendrine’s aeroplane exhibition after his record flight from Issy les Moulineaux. The crowd grew unruly demanding refunds as rioters broke barriers and attempted to wreck official buildings. Troops had to intervene to protect the aero club committee.
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Angoule
Vedrine
Issy Les Moulineaux
Aero Club
Monis Improves After Paris Flight Crash
Paris May 23 Premier Antoine Ernest Monis, badly injured in Sunday's Issy les Moulineaux crash that killed War Minister Berteaux, showed signs of improvement Monday. He remains with a compound leg fracture a broken nose a scalp wound and abdominal bruises. weeks pass before resuming duties and a possible resignation is discussed. Berteaux funeral set. Athletes and critic Henri Deutsch de la Meurthe also hurt but improving. City schools report creditable closing exercises reflecting teaching and pupil effort amid crowded quarters.
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Paris
Antoine Ernest Monis
Issy-Lesh
Henri ‘Maurice Berteaux
Monis
Clemenceaux
Berteaux
M. Train
Madrid
Petit Parrisian
Antoine Mon
Trustee Sale Notice for 26 1/2 Acre West Virginia Property
Public auction to satisfy a trust deed dated April 8 1908. W P Samples as trustee will sell June 24 1911 at 1 PM at Taylor County court house front door, Taylor WV. Property description and lines trace the parcel of 26 1/2 acres in Thomas West and James Sinsel lands with terms: one third cash, one third in one year, one third in two years, with notes bearing interest and title retained until full payment.
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C. C. Lawson
Curtis Sinsel
Mattie Sinsel
Taylor County
West Virginia
W. P. Samples
C. Lawson
Taylor
District of Court House
Thomas West Line
Ole
James Sinsel
Thomas West
Lawson
Vincent's Band Prepares for Memorial Day Concert
The 90th Vincent's Band under Prof Claude B Vincent rehearses for Memorial Day. A substantial patriotic repertoire will be featured in an evening concert on the 30th as part of the day’s highlights.
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John the Baptist
Merchant OF Venice
Brinkman
Thornton
Mexico
Mesicn
Francisco J. Madero, Jr
Senor de la Barra
Suor
National Palace
Wells Fargo Express
Insurrecto
Juarez
Mex
Mandero
Laneri
Amazon
Madero
Ding
Chamber of Deputies
Lorimer Cage IO
Star Matinee
Botel
M Sapp
RAGE
Wctin
E Monis
France
Terrible
Uris
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