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Newspaper

Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1900

Page

9

Injustice 10 County Commissioner Campaign Sparks Debate

The piece discusses R. E Phillips and Capt Rub E Phillips in a county race. It cites claims of pay abuse and misrepresentation, defending Phillips while urging scrutiny of official duties and court terms. The text mix covers a magisterial district meeting and views on public service.

Rub E. Phillips Tyes Etteram John R. Thayer Wing Phillips Phillips Torchase Decemyas

Pleasant Surprise for Mr Bush Anniversary Party

Mrs Pheodore Buelay arranged a pleasant surprise last week for her husband Mr Bush on his forty fourth anniversary. About a dozen of Sie Taci's gentlemen friends gathered at eight o clock at the luxurious home of Mr and Mrs Aiteho White. Mr Bush was unaware as he worked with his clerk in his pirate offices. He was conducted to the parlor and presented with the gathering as an agreeable surprise. The event featured beverages and a simple dinner with towers of evergreen decor and posters marking the journey of life. Rev KE Hopkine delivered a short address, expressing thanks and best wishes for many more such occasions.

KE. J. Hopkine Bush Sire. Tal J. A

Campaign incident hints McKinley support across state

A report notes widespread campaigning across West Virginia with merchants, travelers, and locals voicing strong McKinley support. A merchant corroborates the drumbeat seen in many towns while a Grafton resident’s wife travels from Switzerland, prompting a notable letter referencing swift transit.

Wall Paper Trade Ad Notes Red Wall Paper Sale

A compact notice describes two red wallpaper rolls and a small fabric effect sample. It notes adaptable finishes and mentions a popular option priced at about two thirds of standard rates.

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There is No Retreat and Gettysburg Valor Recall

A garbled reminiscence recalls Civil War era courage, with lines about there being no retreat and a charge led by Maj McKinley. The tale mentions veterans returning to Port Collins, battlefield ambushes near Gettysburg, and praise for bravery amid severe wounds and horse casualties.

Kinsey Neary McKinley Jobenies Maj McKintey Cates

Uncle Consider's Advice On Free Silver Debate

A narrator recalls seeking Uncle Consider's view on free coinage and the silver question. The uncle notes mint figures showing $626,000,000 in silver and $56,000,000 in gold, with most silver idle in the treasury. He scolds bimetalists, urges a slow approach, and references Carlisle and a mint report by Mr. Preston.

Noberly England Tan Tye Mn Carlisle Preston Mint

Political Tricksters and Party Struggles Reflected in 1900 Debates

Article reviews Democratic infighting between reformers and disreputable elements, highlighting Bryan’s alignments with controversial figures in Kentucky Montana and New York. It cites contributions, editorial reactions, and calls to replace Bryan with Stevenson, noting alleged distortions and the broader impact on party principles.

Democratic Party Elment Bryan Staap Goebel Kentucky Brown Democracy Montana Senate New York Croker Mill Tamm Hall England Coler Tanmany New York Evening Post Ind

Increased Savings and Canada Night Echoes

The piece contrasts McKinley era savings growth with Bryan era deposits, noting more savers and higher deposits under McKinley. It mentions Croker and Senator Jones backing Bryan and a Parkerburg meeting led by ex Senator Camden, a Standard Oil stockholder. A separate diary-like entry describes a cold Canadian night with vivid northern lights and snow.

Bryan Cleveland Democratic McKinley Yepassey MaXinney Croker Trust Senator Jones Round Cotton Bale Trust Parkereputg Wo Vk United States Camden West Virginia Standard Oil Company Snater Camden Standard Oi Bryan Noners Canada

McKinley Chorus Promises Vote for Peaceful Expansion

A patriotic song praising McKinley with lines about voting for him and Roosevelt, pledging allegiance to red white and blue. The verse emphasizes honesty justice and expansion, celebrating national unity and steadfast leadership. The chorus repeats support for McKinley and calls for continued loyalty.

McKinley Roosevelt Lberty

Labor and Capital Unite in Fall River Mills Action

A Fall River column extols employer Mr. Borden who ordered $600000 worth of cotton goods, arguing it preserves mill work and pay during weak demand. It praises cooperative labor relations, warns against strikes, and discusses fairness between capital and labor, with anecdotes on railway travelers and a London joke.

Millionaires and Son Matthew c. D New York Fall River Borden

M. E. Appointments Conference Adjourns After Session

The Conference adjourned after an acting session of one day. A long list of appointments is provided for Buckhannon, Morgantown, Oakland, Clarksburg, and surrounding districts with presiding elders named. Also noted are local visits, family news, a death, and upcoming relocations of residents from Thornton.

S Buckhannon S._P Buckhann Prow M. Strader Weton D- A. Denton South Buckhanion M. W. Ruler Morgantown J. Cotton Presiding Elder Arnettsville W.— Ro Henon Blacksville A. H. Burns Fetterman West Gratton J. F. Deal Gratton J. B. Halleck Jollytown Perry Marshall B.D. Ma ‘Moechhen J. W. Engle Houndsville W. J. King Monimit D. W. Ruble New Martins Pleasant Wall Moore Preason Wheetings Westhafer North B. Graham Thomson C. B. C. Wesley G. Blenkley Zane Street H. Moloney Chapline B. Fullerton Smithton

Large 6000 Car Steel Car Order for Raymore and Ohio RR

A major rail order covers 6000 steel cars for Raymore and Ohio Railroad Co at about 6 000 000 for the lot. The cars feature self clearing leopes with 100 000 pound capacity and demand over 100 000 tons of steel. The contract includes 780 of the Union FB 300 for a road in South Africa. A second note references Miss Brutua G hospital and a Thursday ceremony with M E Queen officiating. heartfelt condolences and thanks accompany the notice.

Raymore and Ohio Railroad Co Conpasty Isles South Africa

Notincouragement. Mrs Short Oh I Wish We Were Rich

Mrs Short and Mr Short discuss wealth and the good they could do if they had money. The dialog suggests a hopeful, quiet life with charitable intentions tied to financial comfort.

Mrs. Short Mr. Short

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Injustice R. E Phillips Paigore Gress Silynee Sabe Haif Eliot Trarvard T New York City Linehoam Sal Boston Journal Ayr Selon Countess of Mr. Sonad-so Sr. Smith London Chronicle Tle John Grater McCabe Bayan Vermont J. J. Mettler Ife Switzerland Grafton Meuinley Min Thes Billy Bryant Jou SteKkley George Lambert The Tiinots Industrial ‘Republican League Mkkinley John Cook Verlash Veriash Tarker Lucky London M. E. Appointments Westersind New Walter Marquess Sanday Simons W. H. Wolf Eby Sonday Gilbert Powell Wes John Fairmont Johnurrent Thornton Will J. Painter George Wolf Dorsey Wert Carrent Thornton, Orme Ada Tom B.& O. Raiload Horates Lave Hfrands Bhankard
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