Boys Organize a Fire Company at Station
The B and O employees of the M P department have organized a fire company at this station and will hold weekly drill practice on Saturdays. Numerous notes record resignations and returns to work, transfers and visits among foreman, enginemen, and shop workers, plus progress on a new passenger depot and a string of local notices from Fairmont to Deer Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Sandy
J. K. Clark
Javens
M. R
M. P Department
O. A. Heffner
J. C. McAlister
Pullman
Baltimore
W. H. Sandridge
Bridgeport
Fairmont
John, Shaffer and Son
Will
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Camden
N.J
Atlantic City
Judson Freeland
Keyser
Eckles
Cit
Dan Fisher
Walter Letvax
Deer Park
Wholesale Massacres in China Reach Missionaries and Converts
Reports from Pekin describe wholesale massacres in northern Chinese provinces, with estimates of 15 000 to 20 000 converts killed in July. U S officials urge caution, and Ang Conger warns the situation is dire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Pekin
Ang
Conger
Loi Ney
Local Jurors and Rail Freight Updates
A list of petit jurors is shown alongside railroad freight news noting the Baltimore and Ohio rush of export coal to Locust Point. It reports coal prioritized over ore tobacco and non perishables, with flour given equal emphasis to Neptune and Glasgow mines, and mentions a large wheat shipment expected around September 10th. The notices also mourn the Augant death of Mrs Harriet T Robinson on East Main Street, leaving a husband and six children, with funeral set for Sept 10th at Bluemont cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
Locust Point
Neptune
Glasgow
Nto
Ear
Niin
Harriet ‘T. Robinson
East Main Street
Clyde
Evert
Mies
Sam Patton
Francis
Nathaniel Boice
Grafton
J.B
Wai. Bishop
Berryville
T. Robinson
A. & O. Blackamalth
Theres’ Gemagager
Virginia Stine
Woman’s College
Baltimore
Hattie
J. Howard
Reedy Bartlett
Clarksburg
Robittie
Card of Thanks from the Upton Family
Card of Thanks to friends and neighbors who aided during illness and death of the late husband. The writer expresses sincere gratitude and blessing, signed by the Upton family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Os Upton Fomenciy
Veterans Parade Marks Confederate Reunion in Fairmont
A large crowd estimated at 12 000 to 15 000 attended Wednesday’s Confederate veterans reunion in Fairmont Virginia. The parade featured veterans from multiple states and honored West Virginia Army veterans, with decorations and a strong town reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army of West Virginia
Fairmont
Virginia
Pat the Severn
Feirmont
LaneyColn
Society of the Anny of
West Virginia
Mounds‘ville
Wheeling
Barks
C.flunend
TH. Cochran
Rge Cook
wWery
Ohio
Pennsylvanias
Massachusetts
Indiana
Mayland
Trent
Vermont
New York
Kentucky
LH Iya Wellsburg
W. H. Powell
Taylor Unity
Lost or Stolen Bay Mare From West Virginia Claim
Lost or stolen bay mare described as about 15 hands high with white markings, one front and two hind ankles. Approximately 1000 pounds, foretop and mane clipped withers. Last seen near the dth night of September. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. Tom J Brewer listed as claimant in notice from West Virginia area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom. J. Brrwerr
N.B. Eral Ral
Neward
Tor
Galveston Storm Devastates Texas Coast In 1900 Losses
A catastrophic hurricane struck Galveston Texas on a Saturday, submerging much of the island city and causing massive loss of life and property. Estimates place deaths between 5,000 and 10,000 with damages around 45 to 50 million dollars. The president and war department dispatched tents and rations, while relief efforts spread along the coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Miles Wrough
Galventon
War Department
Galveston
West Virginia Volcano Excitement At Harwan
Reports from Harwan West Virginia describe intense volcano excitement as molten masses are observed descending from the mountains toward the town. Residents gather day and night, study phenomena from hills and camps, fearing a sudden deluge while a prominent local merchant vouched for the statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harwan
W. Va
Imboden Stalnaker
Awfnl
Davis Club of Republican Firet Ooters Form in Gratton
A Reform era fragment reports Republican young voters in Thurlton forming a Vigorous Davis Club of Republican Firet Ooters. At a Monday eve meeting sixty five measures were taken for suits and enrollment exceeds one hundred. The club promotes youth involvement and pledges to supply newspapers and stationery to supporters while canvassing for Republican candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Républicar
Thul-' Ton
Grafton
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Davis Club of Republican Firetoters
Maine Votes Republican Triumph Placing 37,000 Lead
Maine reelected McKinley Republican ticket by a 37,000 plurality, a margin near the four year high. Chairman Manley telegraphed President McKinley praising the victory as an administration endorsement, noting broad state support. The result signals strong antiexpansion sentiment and a forceful display of party loyalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
McKinley
Manley
Deaths in Pruntytown Leave Two Women Interred
Two women died within hours at the home of Mrs. W. E. Coplin in Pruntytown, both due to heart disease and consumption. Mrs. Coplin, 66, had been ill Monday evening and died shortly after, followed next morning by her daughter-in-law Mrs. Buda Dunlap, 85, wife of W. B. Dunlap, a U.S. volunteer in the Philippines. The two were buried at the same time Wednesday afternoon, Rev. A. E. Barnes presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Coplin
Pruntytown
Buda Dunlap
Coplin
Dunlap
William E. Coplin
Fetterman
Foreman Suffers Severe Arm Injury in Revolving Gear
A Balti ore and Ohio blacksmith shop foreman at Key's was nearly decapitated by a fast turning cog wheel while cleaning it. He braced himself and freed his arm but lost his right arm at the shoulder as coworkers watched in shock. A jagged, earlier report notes the machine mishap and rescue attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Rickamore
Baltiore
Ohio
Key 'S
Mr. Rickamore
Lin
Boy Clyde Rector Shot Accident at Camp Ride
Clyde Rector, about 17, son of Mr and Mrs Chas H Rector, was accidentally shot during a hunting trip at Dry Fork Camp of Creek Lumber Co in Randolph County West Virginia. The belt buckle deflected the shot, injuring his abdomen and face but sparing his bowels. he is hospitalized in Cumberland with eye injuries and serious pain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Rector
Chas. H
Tstal
Clyde
Dry Fork
Rando! County
W- Va
The
Creek Lumber Company
Sumer
Byron Rightmire
Arden Selvey
A. Rightmire
Dr. W. Selvey
Grain
Lumber Sra
Rector
Cumberland
Miller
Western Marys Pital
S Mackin
Yates
Our
Lyton
The Playful Bull Onc e More Causes Narrow Death
J Marshall Curry of near McGee narrowly escaped a fatal accident when a chain hook on his farm bull Mal caused by a stubborn animal tore through his shoe and hurled him across the yard. He lay prostrate for hours before help arrived as Dr Copeland treated the injured man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Marshall Curry
Near McGee
Mr. Curry
Curry
Copeland
Downey Improves After Gunshot Wounds
Henry Downey of Fairmont B and M remains in City Hospital after being shot by another man and a companion. Officials say he is improving steadily and may return in coming days. The shooter and his accomplice remain jailed in Wheeling awaiting trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Downey
Fairmont B
Wheeling News
When Daughter Gets Married
A social note recounts parental pride in a daughter's marriage prospects and the hope that suitors offer security. The piece mentions Rockford Register, Joseph N. Shahan and son Alphonso of Quincy, DL, visiting and speaking favorably of the times, with local references to apparel and daily comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catning
Rockford Register
Joseph N. Shahan
Alphonso
Quincy, DL
Guy
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Ernest P. Hogan
Carpenter
Morgan
Coles Camp
O Joe Hallway
Tissue Keepers Office
Mike Shaw
Round House
Joan Dean
John W. Ca
M. W. White
Wm. McCord
Bert Nuzum
Nastier
Oday
C. W. Deck
M.R
Joseph Hession
M. of W
Lem Conery
1 Express Co
Wesley Ridenour
Sand House
Ed, Shaffer
B&o
Lemure Coon
Shinston
al George
Boothsville
George
A. Norman
J. M. Ryan
Ham Rose
Webster Sulphur Springs
Johny Murphy
Robert and
Thadieus Bell
Pittsburg
Thadeus Bell
Crofton Shaw
Fairmont Yard
Kate Shaw
Clarence A. Thorn
Cora
Lami
Coffman
Jacob McCartney
Knottsvile
McCartney
Mrs. Thorn
Pa Central Hotel
J. H. Flanagan
D. D
Charles E. Weese
Mise Laur Word
Randolph J County
John M. Harkins
Viola ‘Southworth
J. D. Sinnaons
Baptist Parsonage
Thisty
Rev. Simmons
Cort
Mr. Curtis
Bertha Bernstein
Main Street
Bernstein
Nora
Phillips
Prine
Maria Runge
Republican Club
Jolliffe
M. & M. Bank
George C. Giles
Kingwood
Charley
Charlie
Connells
Tiger Ward Republican Club
Tiger Ward
John Cassell
Blueville
Miss Mollie
Abraham Lincoln Bine
Lutheran Church
Petit Jurors
E.W. Cooper
Geo. Annon
Joshus Philip Moore
Frank Hertzog
Washington
Ixon
John Evans
KD. Bailey
C.W. Monroe
LE. Reynolds
Robert Gamers
Mashew
Mo. L
B. & C. Traffic
Robert
Frank A. W. Cornwell
Webster
M. P Church
Bluemont
Cemever
Cornwell
Charles W. Monrow
Gratton
Coonky
Blueville News
Levi Poling
Roge Cassell
Alice Reece
Nellie Stebbins
Cassell
Charles Headley
Iatlon
W. Nini Soph
Downey
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