Weston Independent Commentary Warns Gamblers To Reform
The Weston Independent urges gamblers to quit crime and seek honest work as local officers, court and sheriff back a crackdown. It notes a moral drive against hangers-on and shady characters, with emphasis on prosecuting lawlessness and protecting decent citizens. It questions upcoming grand jury actions and local press performance.
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Weston Independent
File
Sam Jones
Sherif
Clrcai
Court
The
Law
Rome
Weston
Quist
Weaton
Weton Independent
Clarksburg
Salem Express
Sentinel Rails Against State Tax Increase Demands
The Paracisuurg Sentinel rails at Governor Dawson’s biennial message accusing the state of fabricating a treasury deficit and demanding more revenue. It mocks calls for higher taxation while warning that a tax increase would doom or bankrupt the state, urging vigilance against alleged overreach.
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Paracisuurg Sentinel
Dawson
The
Sentinel
Roosevelt
Fragmented political commentary on party aims and public trust
A garbled account discusses the Republican and Green parties, claiming Green interests influence policy while Republicans retain credibility on state questions. The text notes public skepticism about substantial changes and references Telegram reporting on intent and voter confidence.
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Aepublican
Phoptels
Downfall Of A Crook Warns Other Youths In City
A young man caught forging checks faces jail and lifelong stigma, a harsh warning that crooked gains bring harsher consequences. The piece condemns crime, praises lawful amusements, and notes local officials crackdown on gambling and vice as society seeks reform. The Weston Independents comment on efforts to suppress vice and the role of judges and police.
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Baltimore Newa
Not Serving as Legislator Nickerson Goes to New York
A. G. Nickerson secretary of the First district congressional committee and a delegate-elect from Ohio county to the legislature has left to pursue business in New York. Weston Independent notes dissatisfaction in West Virginia over party dynamics and mentions many candidates for a criminal judge seat, implying anticipated legislative changes. Cy Smith of Wallace was here last week.
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A. G. Nickerson
First District
Ohio County
New York
Weston
West Virginia
Railroads and charity mark West Virginia notes
A Charleston Gazette item praises Levi Morton’s offer to donate Red Sulphur Springs as a tuberculosis charity, while Huntington and Parkersburg papers discuss dog ordinances, road surveys, and the value of newspaper advertising for railroads. The era’s tone blends public works, philanthropy, and local commerce with editorial opinion.
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Levi P. Morton
West Virginia
Morton
Charleston
Daily “Telegraph
Varkersburg
Leviny Morton
Iluenedd Teli Ani
T. T. Lowndes
Parkersburg
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