Public notice and county finances in Clarksburg editorial
An editorial discusses Harrison County and Clarksburg debt, noting zero indebtedness in Harrison County while Marion and others carry bonded debt. It argues for clear plans on water works and the voting process, urging official detailing before any public decision and stressing prudent administration.
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Clarkyburg
Harrison County
Marion County
Issie
Council
Board of Trade
Indictments Follow Lorentz Mine Disaster In West Virginia
State officials indict three men for alleged violations of mining laws after the Lorentz mine explosion at Thomas West Virginia that killed about a dozen workers. Coroner’s jury faulted the Davis Coal and Coke Co and named Arthur Stuart fire boss Riggleman and company officials for neglect of duty and allowing unsafe conditions. The article also critiques local Fairmont Democrats for nominating a straight party ticket and laments political infighting and the need for principled leadership.
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Upimur County
Lorentz
Excape
Davis Coal & Coke Company
Thomas
W. Va
Davis Coal & Coke Co
Arthur Stuart
Stuart
Riggleman
Fairmont
West
An Evening Echo Reports Discontent in Self Rule
An Evening Echo notes public discontent over governance and the indecision stemming from weak leadership. The piece cites frustration with authority and calls for stronger will and reform to address pressing local issues.
Bond Issue Passes Legislature Affects Fairmont Debt
The announcement that the bond issue has passed the legislature prompts notice that if endorsed by voters the city would incur total indebtedness of 265000 dollars. The amount is noted as substantial for Fairmont, where local authorities reportedly hold debt exceeding six hundred thousand dollars, and officials say they will not publish further details.
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Fairmont
Two Cent Fare Measure Reaches Conference Approval
The West Virginia legislature nears action on a two cent passenger fare. The Holle bill favors a flat two cent fare on all railroads, while the Senate version limits to routes fifty miles or longer. A conference committee has reached an agreement, and the measure stands to be enacted if approved by both houses.
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House
Senate
West Virginia
Senate Bs
Telegram stance on rail fare bill and local bridge safety
A newspaper note discusses the Senate two cent fare bill as moves toward equalizing railroad passenger charges, warning against a loophole that could let trunks divide ownership. It urges timely bridge railing repairs on Main Street across Elk Creek to prevent a repeat of past fatal accidents and calls for action to improve Baltimore Street before adjournment.
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Main Street
Elk Creek
Traction workers urged to report safety upgrades at terminal
A city issue calls on traction men to add to daily reports recommendations that the terminal be made not only safe but a credit to the city. It suggests that if traction employees refused entry to such a place, immediate action might follow.
Local Produce Market Prices
The local market lists Higgs at 28 cents per dozen and country butter at 35 cents per pound. Prices cover creamery butter at 0 per pound, Irish potatoes 80 cents per bushel, apples 1.20 per bushel, cranberries 10 cents per quart, and celery 8 cents per stalk. Also shown are lettuce 25 cents per pound, cabbage 3 cents per pound, green onions 5 cents per bunch, radishes 8 cents per bunch, turnips 26 cents per peck, parsnips 30 cents per peck, country options 200 per peck, chicken 15 to 18 cents per pound dressed or 15 cents per pound undressed, turkeys 20 to 12 cents dressed or 140 undressed, and oysters 40 to 50 cents per quart.
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Higgs
Prevailing Prices in Local Grain Market
The following prices are prevailing in the local grain market Corn new yellow wholesale 51 retail 624 percent Corn new white wholesale 5214 retail 65 Wheat No 1 spring wholesale 94 percent retail 1.10 Wheat No 2 red winter wholesale 82 retail 1.00 Oats No 2 white wholesale 45 retail 55 Hay No 2 Timothy wholesale 19.25 retail 22.00
Bat Discount Card Offer From M. B. Blank-Krohme
A promotion advertises a 50 cent discount on any bat when using a discount card issued by M. B. Blank-Krohme. The deal mentions an Utting holder as part of the offer.
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M. B. Blank-Krohme
Still Improving Are Meetings Still Improving Are Meetings
A large attendance and a willing spirit marked yesterday afternoon’s service with an altar call and a seeker for peace. A penitent shared conversion, and five forward signs plus uplifted hands indicated desire for peace. Evening testimony and an altar call followed, with revival spirit growing. Services at 3 pm and Junior Epworth League at 4 pm. Pastor to speak tonight on Decision Better Action at 7 30 pm. All invited.
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Epworth League
Woman Sent to Jail for Twenty Days for Drunkenness
At the Police court session the mayor sent Lizzie Crouser to the county jail for twenty days for drunkenness in Traders alley, in default of $20 and costs. George Eckles received three days for drunkenness in default of $3 and costs. M. B. Black-Krohme issued discount cards offering 50 cent reductions on hats.
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Lizzie Crouser
Traders Alley
George Eckles
Neva
Local Property Transfers And Oysters Market Opening
A list shows transfers in the Tenmile district and Hutchinson areas including John Sickman to Charles 4H Jones, one half of a lot, and A Lewis lots. Hutchinson Fuel Co transfers land parcels to Hutchinson Fuel and Supply Co. The market touts Sealshipt oysters sold at City Market with direct import by Sealshipt Oyster Carriers. An opening event for M H Black-Krohme’s millinery runs Thursday to Saturday, February 21 23.
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John
Sickman
Charles
Jones
A. Lewis
Bede
Fresh Fashion Show at City Market Opens
Fresh flair at the City Market as M. H. Black-Krohme announces a millinery opening on Thursday through Saturday February 21 to 23. Also advertised are fresh fish at the City Market.
Dandruff Germ Ruins Hair, Newbro’s Herpicide Promises Cure
The notice touts dandruff as the cause of hair loss, claiming All scalp dirt and oil won’t cure it. Newbro’s Herpicide is advertised as the only preparation fatal to the dandruff germ, promising glossy soft hair and claims of widespread female support. It urges purchase from The Herpicide Co. Detroit with agent Wells & Haymaker.
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Newbro
Herpicide Co
Detroit
Wells & Haymaker
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