Dawson Talks About State Matters
A quoted Change of Sentiment in the Legislature references the Tax Commission report and suggests an extra session is likely. Governor White is credited with pushing tax reform, while supporters push for fair burdens and careful study despite lobbyist influence. the Republicans face new state issues and the danger of party defeat if they fail to act.
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Tax Commission
Winsal
A. Ts. White
Haa Beems
Ba Samiong
Erin
Tare
Clawwen
Legia
Busines
West
Poornsa
Pretty Wedding Unites Mies Estell Douglas and Mr Hadock
A quiet marriage was held at the bride’s residence as Rev S K Arbuthnot officiated at Goff M E Church. Miss Douglas is the eldest daughter of a former local resident, and Mr Hadock recently joined the National Bank in town. The couple plan a future home in Union.
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D. Reeds
Cemetes
Nix
Pear
Williams
Miss Douglas ix
BtGt
Faward Douglas
Thie Ity
Haidock
Wreaaher
Tnt
Hin Na
Bowie
Blizzard Warning Passes Over West Region Newsline
A blizzard forecast hits the West as snow and cold air sweep in this afternoon. Forecasters warn of icy conditions and possible melting trends as temperatures drop, with residents urged to prepare for worsening travel impacts.
Petition to abolish game warden office sparks western Virginia debate
In Claineston West Virginia on February 16 a petition signed by nearly 3900 citizens urged abolishing the game warden office and repealing parts of the current laws. Stewart H Bowmip argued the rules harshly harm mill owners and limit cattle and game movement out of state. He said wardens cause market disruption and impose unexpected penalties on mill operators and merchants. Other delegates from Barbour and nearby counties supported similar petitions.
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Claineston
W. Va
Grégaulds
Stewart H. Bowmip
Tvery Commie Et
Inw
Greynolds
Bowman
Barbour
Monticello Avenue Rape Attempt Leads to Bond for Criss
Miss Minnie Moutspaugh, 15, and her mother filed a warrant in Squire Gordon's court after an incident Friday night on Monticello avenue. Dick Criss allegedly grabbed and threw her but was not arrested at first. His brother stood as sponsor until Monday when Criss waived examination and posted $500 bond awaiting grand jury action. Criss, about 20, faces possible indictment.
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Minnie Moutspaugh
David Moppt
Dick” Criss
Saha
Squire Samuel We Gordon
Criss
Elie
Monticello Avenue
Crisa
Mike
Bishop Gravatt Sermon Draws Large Virginia Congregation
His Excellent Sermon at the morning services is reported as spiritually uplifting. Eight candidates received the ordinance of confirmation amid a crowded parish. The vested choir performed splendidly and the confirmating class included Pearl Engels ing Gertrude Fress Neal Mae Pearl Holden and Charles Sanée. Fourteen were enrolled but illness prevented others from attending. Bishop Grayall plans another parish visit soon for further confirmations.
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Virginia
Everting
Oestat
Ayas
Pearl Engels
Gertrude Fress
Misa Neal
la Mae
Funeral for three-year-old Moni Powell held at Elkview Cemetery
Second death in family of Mr and Mrs Powell of Monticello avenue. Moni Powell, a colored three-year-old, died Sunday evening after pneumonia fever. The funeral occurred Monday at 2 PM with interment in Elkview Cemetery. Palace Furniture Company conducted the arrangements.
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Moni Powell
Mra
Ho Powell
Monticello Avenue
Elkview
Palace Furniture Company
Wilsonburg Doctor Dies After Stabbing Family Then Himself
Dr Z E Davegan of Wilsonburg allegedly abused his wife and children, emptied his surgical case, and headed toward the river intending self destruction. He was arrested by police, brought before Squire Flynn, and later moved to Weston for care. His sons, Clarence and Brave, notified friends, prompting authorities to detain him.
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Z. E. Davegan
Wilsonburg
Iere
Sarah A. Dawson
Surorti
John “T Flynn
Wilishburg
Mire
Dawson
H. KE. Strother
West Work
Connell
Squire Riley
Clarence
Weston
Brave
Wheeling
Congress to Adjourn Amid Statehood Compromise Push
Washington February 10 With fourteen legislative days left before adjournment Republicans push for a new statehood compromise. House will tackle naval appropriation bills and other money measures while Senate faces action on the organization and statehood bill. Senate momentum grows as Senator Quay backs a 23 vote majority, signaling potential obstruction by opponents. Public notices outline new compromise basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Congress
Qury
Noticus
Oyster Supper by Ladies' Aid at First Baptist Church
The Ladies' Aid Society of the First Baptist will host an Oyster Supper in the church dining room on Thursday evening February 19 at 6 o clock. Tickets are 25 cents with proceeds aiding planned church improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Ladies’ Aid Society of the First! Baptist
Land Slide Blocks Rail Service at Enterprise
A massive landslide at Enterprise disrupted early morning rail traffic. The Pittsburg Flyer to Grafton, Weston line, and Fairmont train were affected with portions rerouted or delayed. Crews worked through the day to clear the track as earth debris overwhelmed clearing efforts.
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Enterprise
Pittsburg
Grafton
Weston
Fairmont
Head Trimmer From Wheeling Millinery Store
Mayme Porter, the milliner who recently succeeded Gamper and Emlong, leaves Wheeling for Columbus Ohio then New York City to attend openings and buy stock for her spring line. She will be joined on return by the head trimmer from Madane Shadell's parlors, after moving from Point Pleasant.
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Mayme Porter
Columbus
Ohio
New York City
Wheeling
Madane
Shadell
T. J. Lynch Dry
Point Pleasant
Yost Denies W V U Coaching Visit As Rumors Claim
Noted football coach Fielding Harris Yost known as Hurry Up Naat arrived Sunday from Michigan after attending a Detroit banquet. He said he has made no arrangements for 1904 and does not know if West Virginia University recruiting would seek his services, contradicting rumors of an eleven week tour and potential WVU leadership.
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Fielding Harris Yost
Pacific
Naat
Michigan
Detroit
Ann Arbor
West Virginia
Yost
W. V. U. Tedens
W.V.U
W- Ae 'Ts
Business meeting of Y.M. Association urged for Tuesday
An important business meeting of the Y.M. Association is scheduled for Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock in the association rooms. Members are urged to be present and bring friends. After the business portion, an informal reception for new members will follow with a social hour, music, and light refreshments.
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Y.M
M. C
Efery
West Virginia to Launch Armored Cruiser in April
The Navy Department reports the cruiser West Virginia nearly half completed and set for launch in April. Sister ship Maryland will follow soon after, marking the first of six monster armored cruisers authorized by Congress under a single appropriation.
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Washington, D
Navy Department
West Virginia
Maryland
Congress
Supreme Court session in Charleston eyes multiple cases
Charleston W V February 16 All judges attended the supreme court of appeals with Judge Dent absent. Several cases including Thacker Coal & Coke Co versus Charles Buck et al and others across counties were submitted or argued on briefs for decision. J O Brooks manager of the Average Fuel Co was reported confined with illness earlier in the week.
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Charleston
W. Va
Supreme Court of Appeals
Dent
Thacker Coal & Coke Company
Charles Buck
Mingo County
A. F. Mathews
Kessler Hospital Notes Include Fracture Care Update
In hospital notes, Margiret Patarson nurses a case for Dr Chenowith at Shupson. Jake Shafer sustained a fractured left limb during a train incident and is at Kessler Hospital. Both legs have been casted, and recovery allows walking around the ward without immediate surgery. Captain EF Britt of Suffolk and daughter Miva Anne will arrive this evening for Dudley Britt and Miss Flodie arrival.
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Mins Margiret Patarson
Shupson
Chenowith
Jake Shafer
Ted
Triin Sa
Kessler Tospital
EF. H. Britt
Suffolk
Miva
Anne 2
Mrzick
Dudley Britt
Flodie
Patton Dead Prominent B and O Official Dies in Chicago
James Patton Menge Patton, longtime official and manager at the Baltimore and Ohio Elevator, dies at his Chicago home. Brother of Thome Patton and John Roblegard, Roblegard and Patton prepared for the funeral after traveling from the city. Wife Goldie Wileck noted among friends at Wyatt Sunday.
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Chicago
The
B. & 0. Railroad
Samlay Lennohasbing
James Patton
Mise Goldie Wileck Tite
the ‘Goyst of
Wyatt Suan
Red and Blue Meeting Aims to Boost Membership
A Tuesday evening gathering will push to raise the association’s membership from 400 toward 1,000. The group plans to elect leadership and organize a strong push, urging every member to attend the upcoming session to discuss the drive.
Ministerial Union Holds Regular Monthly Meeting
The Ministerial Union convened its regular monthly session with Dr. Peters to read a paper on interest. Attendees included clergy and associated members as they discussed church matters and community concerns in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
En Sesnion
Peters
Mark Hanna's Son Turns To Be Slugger
Young Hanna and his companions were reportedly drinking and gambling when an incident occurred. Relatives contemplate filing a damage suit over the matter, with potential action aimed at compensating losses or injuries arising from the events.
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Mark Hanna
Hanna
Salem Oil Field Activity Report From Harrison and Folsom Districts
The report details drilling progress in Salem district and nearby counties, noting operators like South Penn Oil Company and Pine Grove extension wells with barrels per day figures, completed tests, and production changes. It mentions no significant discoveries, ongoing development, and mixed results across the Folsom and Gordon formations, with several wells showing small yields and others awaiting assessment.
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Perfort
Taleorn
Hittrisom
P-Weill
Anany Aionthito
Folsom
Listeiot
Pine Grove
South Penneths Company
Starkey
Farm
Companyie
Doon
Morris
Lion
P. Starkey
Bealls Tiie
Lewis
South Peny
Grigas
Salem
Harrison County
South Penn Oil Cimpany
Haa
Michael Murray
Robinson
Greaky EN
Public Building Site Details for Bluefinle West
Fragmented notice notes a public building site at Bluefinle West. unreadable lines mention Cath Heer and Movitdrmae 4 with unclear dates. Local specifics such as exact location, responsible authorities, and deadlines are obscured by garbled OCR.
Association Young Men's Christian Sunday meeting recap
A garbled report describes a Sunday afternoon Young Men's Christian Association gathering in a dormitory or clubhouse setting. It notes plans discussed, includes names mentioned in broken form, and mentions a few topics or speakers, but details remain unclear due to OCR corruption.
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Young Men's Christian Association
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Squire Gordon
Gravatt
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W. VY. U. Team
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Supreme Court
J. 0. Brooks
Enery Marager
Aavare Fuel Company
Dios
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MR. Patton
Mesheroblegard
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Earl
Roger
Cecil Bond
Harriveille
Mr A. Netsbassin
Ministeriat Ah Uday
Hese
Chistes Association
Hudson
Rev
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Sath
Sebert Raed Satinlay
Tad “Beenaasch
Mr. Caldwell
Mtrx
Meads
Roel
Laldivell
Chuarhestom
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Calwell
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Paiin
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Wacom
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Bluefinle
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