Tar Heel City Submerged Into Floods After Massive Rain
Tar Heel City of Pavietteville, N C, Aug 23 reports say thievery of the population left nearly submerged by floods last night and today. Three thousand homeless, appeals for relief, bridges washed away, thousands idle, deaths estimated at five with rising injuries and displaced families. Georgia and Carolinas face rising flood tolls and cooling temperatures as responders work to clear water from streets and restore services.
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Pavietteville
N.C
Atlanta
Auguste Flood
South Carolina
Georgia
North Carolina
Augusta
Carolinas
Fooda
Death of Dr V Cather in Gamaway Home
Dr V Cather of Gamaway dies after two week illness at daughter Mrs B M Stutlir’s home in O'Neile He passed away Thursday night at 11 o'clock from complications of ginene and general breakdown Survived by wife Miss Madge Cather Cecil Cather Mos Men Mrs Parrona and Dr Cather funeral arrangements postponed until funeral likely Sunday afternoon with burial at Inrejelilo The widow Mrs Cather will arrive from Gassaway Friday evening
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V. Cather
Gamaway
B. M. Stutlir
O'Neile
Cather
Madge Cather
Denver
Colo
Cecil Cather
Kanyis Chiy
In- Arment Av Inrejelilo
Gassaway
Oventog
Broad Run Baptist Association elects Holden moderator
At the annual Broad Run Baptist Association meeting at Roy, Rev Lloyd W Holden of Clarksburg was reelected moderator and Charles A Schutte of Salen was chosen to succeed him as clerk. Rev J W Cammack of Buckhannon was reelected treasurer.
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Broad Ryn Baptist Association
Roy
Lloyd W. Holden
Clarksburg
Charles A. Schutte
Salen
J. W. Cammack
Buckhannon
Constable Seeks Howard Johnson on Warrant in Adamston
Constable Andrew Jayson with a warrant searches for Howard Johnson of Adamston. Johnson faces a magistrate charge for failing to support his wife Salle Johnson and their children. Mien Gerinde Flynn has returned from farm work, and Mrs J L Erwin is mentioned.
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Andrew Jayon
Howard Johnson
Adamston
Johnson
Magistrdie Gordon
Salle Johnson
Mien Gériinde Flynn
Farromat
J. L. Erwin
W Virginia Ward Daughters and Sons Convention Planned
The executiv e ward of the We Virginia stake Wraith of the King Daughters and Sons will hold their convention in Whentime on November 14 with delegates from all the eitio. Prominent members from the East including Kate Bond, president of the gine order, will attend. An elaborate program is outlined with two addresses and a dinner. Representatives from the Mc Veides estate will attend.
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Virginia
Eitio
Antik
Kate Bond
Mia
Kate
McLattron
Miatissippi
Brother Arrested In Family Row Case At Perry Mines
Andy Malek a foreigner from Perry Mines was arrested Thursday evening by Constable Andrew Lyon and brought before Justice George H Gorefon to face a charge of assaulting his sister Annie Frida during a family dispute Tuesday morning. He awaits a hearing next Monday. The complaint also names her husband Mike Frida. She testified in court with a black eye.
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Andy Malek
Perry Mines
Andrew Lyon
George H. Gore Fon
Held for Court in Demeanor of Romanian Suspect Case
Nick Sum, Roumanian of Granselli, confessed to involvement in a Sunday night assault that led to Thomas Jeudur’s death. He was held without bond for the grand jury. Three Romanian associates were arraigned. one identified as Steven Winnty. Witnesses claimed Tud or Kot and Steve Van involved. one fled into woods fearing harm from Isador's friends.
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Nick Sum
Roumanian
Granselli
Harry Gordon
Pertom
Thomas Jeudur
Krand
Sulit
Steven Winnty
Tudor Kot
Steve
Staven
Isador
Insurance Agency Welcomes New Manager at Newark Firm
Kirk Martin Ins accepted the gate manager role for Ui North American Insurances Company of Newark. Rank Watterson, a well known local figure from Bare forshore, endorses the move as a successful step for the firm. The company operates on a non participating or new low commission plan and anticipates continued growth under the new leadership.
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Kirk Martin Ins
Ui North Americanee Insurances Company
Newark
Watterson
Indamavo
Bareforshore
Ee Ie
Yin
Martin
Camp Ground Fire Destroys Camp Near Pikeville Ky
A blaze swept through the Varwone Camp Grounds near Pikeville Kentucky destroying several structures and causing extensive damage. Firefighters fought the flames for hours but the cause remained under investigation. No injuries were reported.
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Sourredlvilte
Ain
Kestuely
Institute Ended as Resolutions Passed at Harrison County Institute
The Harrison County Institute concluded with 255 attendees including 141 faction and 114 gentlemen, an enrollment gain of 28 from last year. Teachers praised the quality of speakers and the organized sessions led by Superintendent Webb, with emphasis on reading aloud, agriculture, and the value of reading circles under district supervision.
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Harrison County
Webb
C. Z. Hoggesd
Salem
J. J. Peters
Atu
A. Moore
Mannington
Moore
State Board of Agriculture
Hwen
Mpresa
London
Mayme Flartesty
Laidleyth
Frank WW. Trotter
Trotter
Liidiey
Ion
J. E. Bird
Reed Praises County Teachers At Institute Close
Stuart W. Reed spoke briefly praising the county instructors at a West Virginia college teachers institute. He lauded their work and urged continued dedication as certificates of attendance were awarded and the institute closed amid applause.
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Stuart W. Reed
Educational Hines
Hel Yhemig Mie Manaeer
West Virginia Tusinosa College
Vink
Str Ping
Wail Tre
Tite J
Fort Fort Means It All Governor Fort’s Strong Statement
Governor Fort declared in Fort Sagtirt New Jersey that the proclamation issued yesterday stands firm and he will not call out the militia to enforce changes. He asserted he means every word and urged the people to learn there is no intimidation by force.
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New Jersey
Atlantic City
Sagirt
N. J
Fort
Adtlantic
Atlow Inn
Millionaire John Henry Briggs Dies by Self
John Henry Briggs, 62, a millionaire cattle rater, shot and killed himself at his home in Warren County Indiana. Briggs owned two thousand cosen of land and served in the Glyl war in the 185th Indiana Volunteers. Despondency reportedly led to his act.
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Lafayette
Ind
John Henry Briggs
Rigge
Warren County
185Th
Indiana Volunteers
Leader and Stock to Open in Morgantown Store
J Lipsitz and Sone of Baltimore announce a new large store to be named The Leader. They will occupy the Dunscan building on Muttreet, replacing Watts-Lamberd, with a full stock of ready to wear for men women and children. Experienced merchants from Morgantown and Baltimore expect a strong trade.
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Clarksburg
J. Lipsitz & Sone
Baltimore
Morgantown
Dunscan
Watts-Lamberd Company
Adjudged Insane Jesse Boxdale Committed for Weston Asylum
Jesse Boxdale a colored man has been adjudged insane by Jun Use Harry Gordon and committed to jail awaiting examination by Weston asylum authorities. They will doubtless approve and he will be taken to the asylum in a few days.
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Jesse Boxdale
Weston
Harry Gordon
Pawers
Oldest Ohio River pilot Captain Burk dead at 83
Captain James Burk, 83, the oldest living pilot on the upper Ohio river, died today in Henderson, West Virginia. He served as a war pilot during the rebellion and was widely known for his long career on the river.
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Mfallipolis
James Burk
Henderson
W Va
Ohio River
Buckhannon Woman Joins Baker's Millinery Department
Misa Edith Sexton of Buckhannon accepted a position in Baker's Underseiling Stores as a millinery department terminaire. She has begun duties in headwear sales and related vershitles.
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Misa Edith Sexton
Buckhannon
Baker's Underseiling Stores
Puch
Burglar Shot. Victim In Critical Condition
Harry Johnson, a burglar, shot Sy A. J. Vetoner yesterday morning. Vetoner was taken to Kewalor hospital where he is improving but remains in critical condition. Authorities report Johnson is in custody and awaiting further details.
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Harry Johnson
Sy A.J. Vetoner
Kewalor
Woman's Christian Temperance Union to Hold Ninth Annual Convention
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Harrie county will hold its ninth annual convention at Wallace on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 16 and 17.
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Ance Union
Harrie Canpty
Wallace
Ferdinand Earl Reunited With APMCITY Monor Site
An unclear report notes Ferdinand P. Earl and a site are again united after a prior charge. The fragment hints at a return to duty or duty-related arrangement, mentioning August 28 and a related context.
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Monror
Ferdinand P. Earl
Eati
Better Country School Houses Pleaded for by Teachers
Harrison county institute delegates demand better rural school facilities and supervision. They press for cleaner outbuildings, heated and ventilated rooms, uniform courses of study, centralized high schools, and trained teachers to elevate education across one and two room schools. They urge district supervision, potential consolidation where appropriate, and consistent standards to benefit pupils and communities.
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Teachers Institute
Harrison County
Spd
Lawa
Virginia
Torpe
Canada
Girls Injured in Collision Near Webster Springs
A wreck on the Molly River Addison railroad left Miss Margaret Scherr and Miss Sweet Mollohan seriously injured. Miss Mollohan suffered crushed limbs and likely amputation. Miss Scherr had a broken arm. Lee Gorrell, driver, was injured lightly. The car overturned after colliding with a log truck. victims were taken to Webster Springs hospital as telephone lines failed.
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Margaret Scherr
Sweet Mollohan
Webster Springs
Arnold C. Scherr
Charleston
Mise Scherr
Lee Gorrell
Elle
Manger
Indica
Gorroll India
Molly River
Addison
Max Molohan
Weal
Pittabsre
Mason
Thie City
Adi
Wexton
Walater
Wellstar
Neat
Mist Mollohan
Scheer
Btason
Webster Éilis
Mic 'Molohan
West Virginia Teachers Appeal for Textbooks and Training
The document urges uniform state standards for free textbooks in all grades and calls for incorporation into school laws. It stresses expanding the library, improving reading work, and increased attendance at teachers institutes, with praise for Superintendent Minter and County Superintendent Webb and a pledge to honor instructors as lifelong helpers and friends.
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West Virginia
America
Peti
State Board of Education
Ain
Anthankle Bute
CE. Webb
Injunction Issued In Bankruptcy Case Over Mercantile Stock
John M. Knox served an injunction on constables Kidd and Marbert preventing them from selling or disposing of the mercantile stock of Frank Abruming of Bilene who entered Knnkruwicy. The injunction was issued by W Frank Hout, referee in bankruptcy. A marriage license has been granted to J Willams and Ros
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John M. Knox
Tr. . Kidd
Benjamin W.marbert
Feck
Frank Abruming
Bileen
W. Prank Hout
Tn Bankruptcy
Address by Mr Leach Delivers Satirical Courtroom Oration
DeForest Leach of Moundaville gave a thoroughly entertaining address Thursday evening under Harrison county temperance at the court hall. His subject Idols and Treats sparked a lively, practically argued critique of societal ills, with emphasis on education reducing crime and a call for marriage legislation to curb divorce. The speaker, though small in stature, drew praise from listeners and from Rev Dr Arruthnot, whose endorsement underscored the lecture’s impact.
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Moundaville
Harrison County
Leach'wauilond
Leach
G. K. Arruthnot
Bourne
Without Bail Held Over Murder Case in New York
Captain P Maing and his brother Jenkine Haina were held without bail by the grand jury on the charge of the murder of William Bi Antila in New York.
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New York
Maing
Jenkine
Haina
William Bi
Antila
Democratic state arm picks Nealna as vice chair
In Carr Shorg Aug 43 after hours of caucus and an executive session barred nonmembers, the Democratic state executive committee named George Z. Nealna vice-chairman Friday afternoon. A resolution authorizing him to manage the party in cooperation with AW. G. Feenmene was adopted by a 9 to 1 vote amid sharp dispute from critics led by Bob Garr and others.
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Parkershorg
Caucasmum
Democracit
George Z. Nealna
G. Feenmene, Simder the Dlepctlies of the Executive Committer ~ 1 the Vnte
Theca
Mittee
Bob Garr
Chari Ican
Poteet
Foret
W. Osentin
Carr
Bewna
McGraw
Neal Net Company
Uni
Ivy
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Holden
Apter Johnson
Diate
Muxband 14
Nick Stiff
Grasselli
Insurance Agency
Kirk Martin
Modteland
Tairmogt
Clarksimen
Guy Susser
St. Marys
Parkerbarg
Institute
Harrison’ County
Kidd
Harbert
Dom Grant Pesumees
J. Willams
Ros
MR. Leach
Court House
The
Teachers’ Institute
Hains
William Annis
Neal
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