Great Wall of Water Sweeps Valley Threatens Towns
A massive flood from the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Dobbin dam breaks, washing away parts of the Stony river valley. Residents flee toward the hills as Piedmont and nearby towns brace for the rising Potomac crest with no confirmed deaths reported yet.
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Associated Press
Cumberland
Western Maryland Railway
Stony River
West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company
Dobbin
W Va
Luke
Thomas
W. Va
Harrison
Schell
Washington
Star
West Potomac
Piedmont
Bank stock addition planned by West Virginia Bank
The West Virginia Bank with an authorized capital stock of 100 060 is to issue 342 400 more shares after selling 57 600 of the authorized 100 060. Shareholders may buy the new stock until February 1, then any unsold shares will be offered to outsiders. Officers and the board were re elected at the annual meeting.
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West Virginia Bank
Program Rendered at African Methodist Church Pride Night
The program at Bride's A M E Church features Florence Thomas instrumental solo Migsea Gi piano solos by Mrs. Laura Snel and Mrs. B Hickenbottom, a vocal duet by Migsea Gi, and a vocal solo by Mr Geo R Lewis.
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Bride’s A.M. BE
Florence Thomas
Migsea Gi
Laura Snel
B. Hickenbottom
Geo. R-Lewis
Ve for Vega Ship Passengers Rescued after Wreck
In Yarmouth Nova Scotia on July 15 the 24 passengers and 72 crew of the Royal Mail Steamer Cobequid were rescued and housed. Captain Hanson and 11 crew members were saved after the vessel grounded on Trinity Rock near Port Maitland. The wreck suffered severe damage with fire, though the captain’s cabin remained intact.
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FRESE
Violent Shocks Hit Leghorn Amid Earthquake Panic
A series of six violent earthquake shocks rattled Leghorn Italy on January 15 causing widespread panic as residents rushed into the streets. No casualties were reported, but damage details were sparse and authorities began inspections.
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Leghorn
Italy
Steamer Majestic Sails Home After Violent Seas
The Majestic returning to Cherbourg from New York with passenger Francis B Sayre and his wife, formerly Jessie Woodrow Wilson, reported starboard holes and water intake from rough seas. Also mentions marriage licenses issued to William E B Haymond and Ethel J Rhodes, Saveriorena Panetta and Néeliey Panetta.
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Associated Press
Cherbourgh
France
Majestic
New York
Francis B. Sayre
Jessie Woodrow Wilson
William Eb, Haymond
Ethel J. Rhodes
Saveriorena
Néeliey Panetta
Rumors Fly Over Dam at Dolbin W Va Officials Say
West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company officials deny reports that the Dolbin dam in Dolbin W Va is in danger. Word from the Piedmont plant says the dam gates were opened due to low water, not a break, and the water below remains low with little population nearby.
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Cey Associated Prese
New York
West Virginia
iPxJp and Paper Company
Dolbin
W. Va
Piedmont
Dam safety report on Weat Virginia Pulp and Paper reservoir
Report states no danger of reservoir collapse beside two cracks in the Stony Bottom dam breast. Water release followed leakage inspection and gates opened to drain the reservoir gradually, with information received from receivers.
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Tay
Pmese Bukins
Weat Virginia Pulp and Paper Y Company
Blake Will Probate With Local Sureties
The will of Edward Blake was probated Thursday with W. S. Ald Lee Binko and Leo Bicko as sureties. He left $200 to his daughter Mary and $120 to his granddaughter Birdie Johnson. Personal effects go to other heirs. sons Wirt i W. Poet are charged to repay the estate $200. Wirt i W. Poet, of Jarginville, visited the city Thursday.
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Edward Blake
W. 5
Leo Bicko
Lewis
Fie
Mary
Birdie Johnson
S.D. W. S. Ald
Lee Binko
Alaskan Coal Found Unfit as Navy Fuel
Preliminary tests of Behring River coal for the navy show it falls far short of expectations. Rear Admiral Griffin reports that coal from the Behring district, including Matanuska and nearby sections, yields low practical value and causes clinker issues aboard ships.
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Dey
Associated Press
Washington
Behring River District
Navy
Griffin
House Naval Affairs
Bobring River
Matanuska Flosia
Ben— Ring
Osal
Man in Jail Here Is Known by Another Name in Cleveland
Matthew Veen, jailed in Harrison County for carrying a pistol, is identified as Nick Viovgulla, a murder suspect in Cleveland. Justice William E. Starcher, who handled the case, sent Vega’s photo to Cleveland police who confirmed the match. Vega awaits transfer after serving a one year term and a $200 fine here.
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Matthew Veen
Harrison County
William E. Starcher
Nicienfongulla
Cleveland
Vega
Justice Starcher
Cook Mines
Meadowbrogkv
Starcher
Vera
Cleveland Police Department
Nick Viovgulla
Walter Williams
Cleveland Chief of Police
Schooner Founders Rescue Of Seventeen Off Shore
Bath schooner Great Amartin foundered thirty miles south of Matinious Rock yesterday. Seventeen crewmen were rescued from an open boat about 100 miles off shore by the steamer A. W. Perry en route to Boston. John D. Pickens of Quiet Dell was in town Thursday.
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Rene
Boston
Mass
Matinious Rock
A. W. Perry
Hallfay
Wireless
Tariff Law Debate Highlighted by Wool Grower Activists
A fragmented report outlines tariff debates affecting wool producers, mentioning advocates and opponents. It notes lingering questions about costs, industry impact, and organized lobbying efforts tied to the broader agricultural economy.
Father kills girl's betrayer during tumult in South Africa
In Johannesburg on January 15, James Pimmeto, an Italian gardener, murdered Frank Smith after allegations of immoral treatment of Pimmeto's daughter Mary. Pimmeto faced murder charges at Magistrate Gordon's court. Baine of the South African Federation of Trades surrendered with 300 supporters.
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Rey Associated Frees
Johannesburg
Union of South Africa
Baine
South African Federation of Trades
James Pimmeto
Frank
Frank Smith
Grasnelli
Union Park
Hack U. Crummit
Jim
G. H. Gordon
Finn
Pimmere
Mary
Pitteture
Bette
Angus
Spss Jin
Tim
Kagoshima Aftermath: Homes Gone and City Relieved
Telegraphic reports from Kagoshima show cruiser squadron officers taking charge and restoring order along the water front. Refugees camp in open spaces as vast ruins loom, warships supplying food while property loss and casualties are immense and still uncounted.
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Neewern
Kagoshima
Japan
Japsnets
Kagostiima
True Bills in Copper Miners Strike Case at Houghton
A special grand jury in Houghton Michigan returned true bills against several defendants in a copper miners strike case. None of the felons were in custody. Four hundred dollar bails were set for released defendants as the court warned of public safety concerns. Authorities noted lawlessness tied to the strike and the proceedings remained largely secret.
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Houghton
Anttila
Asec
Wolon
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Davis
Arnold Baker
Grant County
Gorman
Potomac River
Western Maryland Railroad
Lake
West Virginia’ Bank
African ‘Methodistic Church
Ohio
Blake Will
Wirt i W. Poet
Jarginville
William Anderson
Pub- Nc Service Commission of
West Vhents
Charleston
Schooner Founders
John D. Pickens
Quiet Dell
May
Cat World
Bnet
Jasgites
Tate
Clare
Bryan
Sgilson Power
Roth
Witout Paso
Petrader Ee Ferino
MR. Bird
Vas
James
Masonic Temple
Iddge
Methodist Brotherhood
Bird
Weston Lodge of Masons
Royal Arch
Knights Templar Commandery
Clarksburg
Shriner’vand Lodge of Perfection
L. K. Richards
Horner Avenue
Federation
James Pimmero
I. Cole
Ito
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