Utica Acknowledges Sherman Nomination for VP
In Utica on August 21 Senator George Sutherland announced James Schoolcraft Sherman as the Republican vice presidential nominee at the Chicago convention. Heden by flags and bands, crowds heard caustic mockery of the Progressive party and praise for Taft while contest delegates were discussed. The remarks labeled Roosevelt and Johnson as political nominating targets as the rally moved toward continued coverage on page nine.
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Utica
N.Y
James Schoolcraft Sherman
Daations
Sherman
Roscoe Conklin Park
Sutherland
Utah
James Schoolgraft Sherman
Chicago
Republican Party
Progressive Party
Roosevelt
Hiram Johnson
Democratic Party
Taft
Banda
Mrs Kincaid Dies After Illness At Umrine Apartments
Mrs Clovis Kincaid aged 20, wife of K B Kincaid, died Wednesday afternoon at 94 29 o clock following a long illness. Her condition had improved then worsened three weeks ago and she gradually declined. The deceased was mourned by her parents husband daughter and sister Mya Frihees Opak Mayhal Pennsboro were among relatives present at her bedside. Funeral arrangements not yet made.
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Clovis K'beala
K. B Kncaid
Umrine
Kincaid
Mya Frihees Opak
Mayhal
Pennsboro
Temperance Day Observed In West Virginia On Sunday
Temperance day in West Virginia is planned for Sunday September 29 with a November Sunday alternative to avoid election conflicts. The General Secretary of the West Virginia Sunday School Association reports a substantial program and that 40,000 copies will be distributed to Sunday schools. A Utah Republican delegation visited in August to notify James Sherman of his vice presidential nomination though his doctors advise limited campaigning.
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West Virginia
Wear
Virginia
Compalen Thin
United States
Shavers Slaver Is to Be Hanged
Fairmont Aug 21 A convicted slayer is to be hanged in the state penitentiary at Moundsville. Joseph Wierman was sentenced after conviction for the killing of Policeman J Otto Shaver in Monongah. Judge Mason overruled defense motions for a new trial.
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Fairmont
Joseph Wierman
J. Otto Shaver
Monongah
Jobim W. Musoh
Moundsville
Monongalia
Mason
Freight wreck detours Monongahela division tunnel near Smithsburg
A derailment of several freight cars in a tunnel near Smithsburg west of Salem halted service between Clarksburg and Parkersburg for hours. Train No 4 took a detour via the Ohio River division to New Martinsville and Glarkeburg Short Line, arriving three hours late. Wreck crews repaired tracks overnight with no injuries reported on the main train.
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Ue Mononga
Baltimore
Chlo Ralroad
Smithsburg
Salem
Clarksburg
Parkersburg
New Martnsville
Glarkeburg
House dismisses Hughes election contest in Huntington
By unanimous vote the House dismissed the Hughes contest. An investigation found irregularities but not enough to void his seat. The Craigo contest was postponed until next winter, with Craigo and his opponent ordered to submit additional testimony.
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Washington
House
James A. Hughes
Huntington
Hughes
Thomas J. Craigo
Waynesburg
Craigal
Messe
MH. Wist
Grand Jury Probe Prompts Gun Toting in Strike
Local prosecutor Burdette announces a Raleigh County investigation into gun carrying amid strikes. The probe, directed by the grand jury, targets threats and monetary support connected to the labor dispute involving a whiskey company and a regional graf operation.
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Grand Jury
Strik
Moleigins
Burdette
Raleigh County
Muttia Wiskey
Young Man Tired of Life Ends His Own Life
In New York a man identified as A W Hogers or Rogers told a young woman he spent the evening with that he was tired of life and would kill himself. He then shot himself, dying from the wound. He carried a large roll of bills and jewelry, indicating substantial means.
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New York
Rogers
Hope Natural Gaz Well Rated in Itnstuta District
Report notes the Hope Natural Gas Company well on the C C Peeaning farm is rated in Itnstuta district, county area, with a completion and showing for five barrel per day pump.
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Hope Natural Gaz Company
C.C
Senate Passes Brass Cannon Loan Bill for Several Cities
The Senate approved a bill to loan brass cannon to multiple cities including Huntington, Kingwood, and Elizabeth in West Virginia. Provisions for monuments were added, and the measure moves to the House for concurrence. The outcome remains uncertain with possible House action.
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Washington, D. C
Senate
Huntington
Kingwood
Elizabeth
W. Va
Marriage license issued to Bert B Bailey and Zella M Nu zum
A marriage license has been issued to Bert B Bailey and Zella M Nu zum, marking their forthcoming wedding plans. The notice confirms their legal eligibility to marry under the relevant regulations.
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Bert B. Bailey
Zella M. Nuzum
Broad Oaks Plans $25,000 Bond for Water and Streets
At a mayor council meeting Broad Oaks discussed a $25,000 bond issue to fund water works and sewerage at $20,000 and street paving at $5,000. An order directing the town attorney to draft an ordinance for abutting owners to pave one third of the street was approved, with the traction company to pave the track and two feet on each side. Preparation for the bond election will proceed as required by law.
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Broad Oaks
Lsd
Warrants issued for arrest in Barner yard assault case
Warrants have been issued for Mamie Watkine and Harry Carr on charges of assault and serious injury to Haymond McKinney Monday night at Barner brick yard. Watkine is described as a gull dwarfing hearing. Carr is at large. The alleged attack followed a grievance, with McKinney seeking aid at a secluded spot before the assault.
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Pamamont
Aus
Mamie Watkine
Harry Carp
MeéKinney
Warthimast
Carry
Second Death Reported Near New Martinsville
Aug 21. John Huffman aged 5% died after his horse ran over a twelve foot rock on Springer Run hill. The rider perished, horse uninjured. In the same locality Muse Ingold also died recently in a similar incident.
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New Martinsville
John Huffman
Springer Run
Muse Ingold
Congregational Meeting Set Tonight at Ko'tivek
Members of the First Praghy erian church are urged to attend a congregational meeting at Ko'tivek tonight at the etistem.
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He. First Praghyerian Church
Ko'tivek
Boy Flees Home With Mules For Charleston Move
A youth left his home with several mules on Sunday morning, aiming to reach Charleston for railroad work. Henry Wiseman reported his son missing to Chief of Police Harry Brooks, who urged anyone with information on the boy’s whereabouts to come forward.
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Wiseman
Ley
Charleston
Harry Brooks
White Slaver Arrest Report From Wheeling
Deputy Murali Williams reports the arrest of Robert Bennett of Pillsbury for alleged white slavery. Bennett appeared before United States Commissioner Boyd and is held for the Clarksburg grand jury. Complainant Miss Sarah Kennedy of Pittsburgh says Bennett brought her from Pittsburgh to Wheeling for immoral purposes.
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United States Marsnars
Parkersbrinrg
Murali Willams
Wheelins
Alle
Robert Bpnett
Pillsbury
Bennett
United States
Boyd
Clarksburg
Sarah Kennedy
Pittsburg
Gennett
Wheeling
Kenney
Senator Penrose to Address Senate on Pertatu Letters
Senator Penrose will deliver a prepared statement to the Senate today about Pertatu correspondence with Jodha D. Archbald of the Atsudard Oli Company. He announced early in the session that for certain reasons he favored controlling the Aloor Water in the day.
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Washington
Penrose
Senate
Pertatu
Jodha D. Archbald
Atsudard Oli Company
Senator GhiiKan Amends State Resolution on Presidential Power
Fragmented OCR shows a Senate amendment discussion where GhiiKan seeks a state resolution on presidential powers. The text references a majority path and approval thresholds, with unclear spelling and names. The piece hints at a political move within a state legislature during a sessions period.
Attendance Notice for Harvey Couple and Local Meeting
Incomplete OCR text describes Mr and Mrs Harvey planning a trip to Clovélasiit with a Pittsburgh area party. Mentions a lake trip and a meeting on date 27 and 28 with lawyers present. Signed by Gar Association.
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Harvey
Dresmox
Smith
Unclear OCR City Court Session Records
Morning police court session congested by multiple defendants. One man gained an order while another faced custody. Reading and spelling unclear in OCR text.
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Maye Pradkey
Moore
Ness
Snpioyer
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