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Newspaper
Shepherdstown Register
Location
Shepherdstown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1922
Page
6
In a July 20 1922 Shepherdstown West Virginia column the writer argues for enlarging the U S Army or at least using it decisively to curb crime. The piece criticizes President Harding for amiability and inaction, urging strong, timely measures for national safety and order.
A filled newspaper column notes voter apathy weeks before the Maryland primary as candidates push for support. It cites Senator France’s bid for reelection and his stand on prohibition, plus criticism of federal policy and the wage dispute during a railroad strike, and mentions debates over trade policy and Attorney General Mougherty’s stance.
A Wellsburg West Virginia coal mine clash left Sheriff Duval dead and several deputies injured as a mob attacked non union workers. Union miners were implicated in killings. authorities arrested several union men. President Harding urged governors to protect operations and federal troops standby to take over mines if needed.
A thirteen year old girl, Ruby Ewing, testified she was assaulted in a Pullman car on a Southern train. James Carpenter, a discharged soldier, was arrested after being identified by the child. The case moved from Augusta to Greensboro then Chatham where a magistrate reduced charges to simple assault and fined Carpenter.
A strong electrical storm last Thursday caused vivid lightning strikes including a tree hit at Robert Carpenter’s yard on the town’s east end. Heavy rain and thunder roused residents. a fire destroyed a barn and farm implements at Berketow Station, with Mr Myers injured and barn burned for the third time. A forest storm Monday brought a minor shower and no damage to games or crops.
A public advocate argues for Mrs. William Gay Brown of West Virginia's second district as a capable U.S. Senate candidate. The piece extols her stage work, education efforts, and stance on prohibition and woman suffrage, framing her as a strong democratic figure in a national context.
J R Ware declares he is a candidate for County Superintendent of Schools in Jefferson County. He asks for the support of voters at the Democratic primary on August 1 and signs his message with respect.
J N Bonham of Summit Point seeks re election as county school superintendent subject to the Democratic primary on August 1. If favored by voters he will continue to give faithful and competent service in office.
Nelson 8 Roberts is announced as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Middleway district subject to the Democratic primary on August 1. If elected he will bring the same valuable service to the office that he has rendered in the past.
A Jefferson County group endorses J. Strider Moler for the West Virginia House of Delegates with a pledge to advocate for residents and urges primary voters to support Moler on August 1.
E Neron of Paw Paw Morgan County West Virginia announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination to the State Senate for the 15th Senatorial District with primary on August 1. Frank J Beckwith seeks the Democratic nomination for the West Virginia House of Delegates and pledges to protect Jefferson County residents if elected.
In a brief statement to fellow Democrats Brown says he will avoid personal canvassing, appeal to the party's intelligence, and support a respectable majority in the coming primary. He commits to opposing radical measures and wasteful government spending.
Fragmentary notice shows a hire for sale of goods described as trackiehers from Virginia. It mentions post office and a local seller, with unclear names and details due to OCR issues. The readable elements suggest a sales advertisement rather than a news event.
Local ad touts wide selection with strong discounts on men’s wear, socks, khaki items, girls and ladies apparel, sewing supplies, bedding, and household goods. Bundled offer highlights include shirts, pants, hosiery, bath suits, corsets, pillow cases, and envelopes with emphasis on low prices and value.
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