Water system overhaul urged for Clarksburg
Special report by the National Board of Fire Unions outlines serious flaws in Clarksburg’s water supply. The investigation cites inadequate storage, undersized mains, weak hydrants, and poor distribution. A works board and charter amendments are proposed to fund improvements and improve fire protection.
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National Board of Fire
Clarksburg
Dwanieh
BP Cissance
Ghdamith
Eingemi
Jansy
Clarkaburg
Gemnich
Weat Fork
Busines
Vermont Receives Flag Gibraltar Amid Turbulent Dispatch
Amid rough seas from the Wattle fleet, the new Battle Efficiency Mig trophy is delivered in Vermont. Operations are complete and preparations begin for the departure of the flotilla from Gibraltar tomorrow aboard the Tun Af lis bound for the world voyage.
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Gibraltar
Vermont
Governor Gillette Seeks Senate and Assembly Review
Governor Gillette sent a message to both chambers urging a reconsideration of the Japanese school bill after yesterday’s passage. He warned of alarming consequences and possible national impact if the action was rushed.
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Sacramento
Cali
Gillette
Senate and
Assembly
Mgain
Gurthey
Tipsy Geese Show Charms Clarksburg Youth
Angelist Kline of the Inca Salvation Army corps hosts a youth event at the Armory Hall on Pike Street with moving tricks and tales including the Tipsy Geese. Captain Slayton and Envoy McGrea lead the program as special meetings draw local interest. last night eight people sought Christian guidance.
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Angelist
Kline
Captain Slayton
Inca Salvation Army Corps
Clarksburg
Auiy
Pike Street
Mustratea
Salvation Army
Mr. Kilne
Envoy McGrea
Second
Pike
Berlin Flood Death Toll Grows Across Germany
Heavy rains in Germany cause widespread floods with at least twenty deaths reported as rescue teams patrol affected regions. Officials warn of ongoing danger from rising waters and continue search efforts.
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Berlin
Germany
Veteran Civil War veteran James Livi Hom dies near Buckhannon
An elderly veteran James Livi Hom aged about 70 dies at his Buckhannon road home after illness. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 AM at Clifford-Osborn chapel with interment in Makinic cemetery.
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James Livi Hom
Alvéteran
Buckhannon Road
Nem
Clifford-Osborn
Makinic Cometers
Costly blaze destroys five firms in Charlottesville
Fire started in the Charlottesville Hardware Company building on East Main street wiped out five business houses today. The blaze caused about 220000 dollars in losses.
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Charlottesville
Charlottsville
Charlottesville Hardware Company
East Main Street
Free bed offered for charity by civic club in church notice
The West Virginia Christian editor and church leaders announce the Civic Club offers free bed care for the sick. Applicants may contact the hospital committee by phone for free treatment and medical attention, with no charges for the care.
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C. G. White
Weat
Virgin Christian
Tex Thangi
Willam Jong
Centre Christian Elurch
Mealames
T.M. Hood
John Wsuart
Misa
Jennie Wilson
Nery
Bet Set for WV University Track Meet
Weathered text hints at a track event with university involvement and a special invitation. Mentions Clarkaluts and Christtan Stan, with references to a meet, chapel, and athletic figures. Specific details are unclear due to OCR errors, but tone suggests a campus track gathering and program notes.
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Thor B. Hone
West Virginia
Austrian Parliament Turbulence Ends After Injuries
Vienna reports a violent turmoil in the Austrian Parliament ending after ten days with several deputies injured. The clash stemmed from lingering German Czech tensions. In other news a Mt Hope revival led by Rev J E Scott of Adamaton continues with fourteen professing faith and twenty four at the altar of prayer.
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Vienna
Mt. Hope
J. E. Scott
Adamaton
Wick
Chrise
Patent Granted for Bun Cutting Machine
Washington Feb patent office announces that CW Kincaid of Ronceverte West Virginia has been granted a patent for a bun cutting machine designed to streamline bakery production.
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Washington, D. C
Kincaid
Ronceverte
We Va
Glanders Cleared In Salem Horse Quarantine
State Veterinary J C Callender of Parkersburg inspected A Troughs fine black stallion in Salem. The horse was released after no symptoms of glanders were found. The quarantined area has been thoroughly cleansed and disinfected with lime and whitewash, satisfying the state veterinary.
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J. C. Callender
Parkersburg
Salem
A. Tl
Bankrupt Parkerburg Dispatch News buys time for sale
In Parkersburg Feb 5 a bankruptcy sale of the Parkersburg Dispatch News company was entered before Referee T A Brown. The exact sale date was not fixed but will occur within five weeks. Terms call for one third cash and the balance in twelve months. Attorneys presented claims totaling about 28 000 dollars and bond claims of 29 008 dollars.
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Parkersburg
Parkersburg Dispatch News
T. A. Brown
Ing
W. JL. Wolfe, Jr
A. B. White
Worts
Vence
Reeve Biltsrara
Kimbelt Andy
C.F. Teter Ang Randstph Sammaker
Othimrs
Gifeot
Elelne
Bonde
Amendment to charter appointees and county notes
A fragmented report discusses a charter amendment and governor appointments. It mentions Randolph County, trains and railroads, a Baker primary election, and a committee without recommendation. The piece references Governor Glasscake and hoped appearance at shore.
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Wastonbchariae
Annatirag
Randoljn County Mill Wely
Ind
Ang School
Iin
Ie Baker
Iui
Yaa
Governoratedi Glasscaake
City Charter Provisions on Elections and Board Seats
The text outlines election timing and eligibility for city offices including Mayor Chief of Police Superintendent of Street Assessor City Collector and Treasurer City Clerk. It prescribes terms and voting rules for Water Works and Sewerage Board members and details appointment and qualification procedures for successive offices under amended sections of city charter.
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Attomney
Arid
Aald “Akte
Valiall
Ett Severand
Herdin
Ald Boartebplong
Aie
Funda i OA
Avia
Jt Ie Hneby
Tornado Strikes Matching Reports Cause Casualties
Reports from Birmingham indicate a tornado hit Thoch Mise area causing fatalities and extensive property damage. Local authorities investigate the storm's impact as residents assess wreckage and seek assistance.
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Turmingham
Ala
Thoch
Mise
Cts
Sit
Beulvernon Strike Clashes Rumors Reported
Report from Beulvernon Pennsylvania describes a confrontation between striking miners and state constabulary at Tremont with non union workers. Several people were slightly injured as police charged the crowd and attempts to disperse protesters.
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Belle Vernon
Beulvernon
Tremont
Elies
Strikers Face Broad Injunctions in Miner Strike
Deputy U S Marshal B D Hupp arrives in Erington to serve sweeping injunctions issued by Federal Judge Dayton against 41 miners. The orders prohibit meetings and using influence to prevent work or interfere with miners at the mines. Miners have been on strike for nine months amid fruitless talks renewed recently.
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Tunnelton
United States
B.D. Hupp
West
Ginia
Alent
Dayton
Milners
Attike
Gas well tests reported near Wolf Summit and Fairmont Coats farms
In the Ten Mile district of this county Hope Gas Company drilled a test on Mt Dolan farm into the Wirth shale and found a fair gas seep. One mile east of Wolf Summit Washington Gas Company completed a test on the Fairmont Coats farm with a follow up flowing sighting.
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Wolf Summit
Hope Gas Company
Mt. Dolan
Washington Gas Company
Fairmont Coat
Recruit Names From Parked Ad Probe
Fragmentary OCR lists possible recruits Samuel Weee or William C Daysbeaeeeees Ree AleDanial from Parked. The text mentions examination and reference, but details are unclear and organization not specified. Further readable context needed to confirm identities and affiliations.
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Samuel Weee
William C
Disorganization in Indianapolis on County Legislation
Disarray described in Indianapolis as lawmakers split over repeal of the county option law. Report notes expected fight in the Legislature amid divisions within the ranks regarding a proposed substitute measure and timing of actions today.
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Indianabolis
Tod
Orphans Perish in Fire at Crook Mich
A fire at a Crohok area home in Michigan killed several orphans as witnesses described a chaotic scene. Authorities say the blaze began early in the day, with救助 crews fighting flames that consumed the dwelling.
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Roosevelt
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Salvation Army Hall
James Levi Hoff
Florence Wyatt
Hone Natural Gas Company
Frithernoon
Elrent
C. S.grubbs
Guardian
John TR
Romine
J.D. Mackwell
Lydia Blackwell
Clemant
G. Clemans
Henry Morris
Margaret V. Corder
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Smithfield Bank
Kessler Hospital
Hodges
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Chicago
Febrage Nl
Parkersburg Dispatch
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Iersell
Senate
Presbyterian Brotherhood
Hernion
Brive
Tous
Davie
Newtras
Virginie
Secretary of State
Jasper Funeral Sond AT
Torsano
KMS Sex
Ericined
Ahhe Hope
Washington Co
Walt Eesti
Mies Hading
Vaepinety
Joer
Rhiebala
Nika
Ames Soreesta
Sal
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Peonomio
Memorial Home
Winday
Battle Crohk Mich
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Bac Wik
Ennico Marter
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