Democratic state convention opens with Holt as chair
The Democratic state convention meets in Huntington with Judge Johnny Holt as temporary chair. W B Thompson of Huntington has no opposition for governor and is expected to be named by acclamation. The session fills the armory as delegates and visitors gather, with speeches and prayers framing the opening.
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Johnny Holt
Huntington
Studgy Halt
Ammke
W. B. Thompson
Dumington
Alfred B. Kenny
Calhoun A. Strickler
Wyoming
John N. Holt
W. G. Bennett
Dixie
Newton Donaldsan
Presbyterian Church
Youth Hero Saves Girl From Monongahela Drowning
William McGorkie a 17 year old from Fairmont rescued Miss Nelile Smith during a Monongahela River near Fairmont incident. He heard calls for help, dove in, and brought her unconscious to shore where friends revived her after a half hour.
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Fairmont
William McGorkie
Nelile Smith
Monongahela
Cur Sill City
Misa Smith
Wheeling
Rownie
Kirl
McComb
Salvation Army Endorsed by Financial Times Editorial
The Mercantile and Financial Times praises the Salvation Army for its broad charity and world service. It notes critics exist but urges constructive support, lauding General Booth and the Army’s practical aid to the poor and needy.
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New York
Chicago
United States
Salvation Army
Salvaton Army
An IL
Salvation ‘Army
Mise Byallné Booth
Ansliu
Nfo
Belmont Testifies on Campaign Contributions in Senate Probe
August Belmont testified before the Senate committee investigating campaign contributions. He disclosed personally contributing 260 900 dollars to the Democratic campaign fund. Belmont appeared in Washington on July 16 and spoke about his funding amid growing scrutiny of donations.
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Washington, D. C
Belmont
Senate
Democratic Campaign
Ipa
Salvation Army Appeal Budget and Clarkaburg Center Plan
Trenton reports Governor Wilson meets Isbder Underwood and Perry Belmont with other leaders as the Salvation Army seeks 20000 dollars. Citizens launch a six day campaign September 9 to 14 to fund a central Clarkaburg building housing charitable work, highlighting city reliance on private support.
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Trenton
Isbder Underwood
Wilson
Perry Belmont
Thomas J. Ryan
Charles P. Don-nelly Amd
Philadelphia
Citena
Clarkaburg
City of
Clarkabiire
Gambling House Owner Shot Ahead of Grand Jury Meet
New York July 16 Rosenthal owner of a gambling house was shot dead in front of a hotel just before grand jury proceedings. Police arrested Louis Libby at a garage linked to taxi robbers and a fourth man tied to the crime. widow Sadie Rosenthal demanded police accountability as two more men were detained.
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New York
Merman Rosenthal
Snhone
Grand Jury
Mettlepole
Ronerstahl
Attornay Whitman
Tater
Hmself
Louis Libby
Taxlcdb
Daugherty
Libby
Rosenthal
Sadie
Ule
Baptist executive board meets at First Baptists church
A quarterly meeting of the Baptist state executive board was held at the First Baptists church here Tuesday afternoon. Reports on denomination work and missionary plans were discussed. Attending officers included R. B. Ash, presiding, and Rev. George A. Wooster, clerk, with several pastors from across the state listed as attendees and visitors.
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Baptist State Executive Board
First ‘Baptists Church
E. J. Wootter
Salem
GA. Wootter
Bridgeport
L. B. Moore
R. B. Smith
Parkersburg
Robert B. McDanel
Alderson
George W. Kinsey
Mannington
F. H. Brinninstool
Wheeling
Lewis H. Peters
Clarksburg
W. J. Eddy
Fairmont
R. B. Ash
H. F
Shinnston
George A. Wooster
Bailey rails at Taft on Lorimer case in Senate
Senator Bailey attacked President Taft on the Senate floor over his stance in the Lorimer case describing it as officious and meddlesome. He cited Taft's pre convention speeches and letters to Roosevelt as evidence of his attitude.
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Senator Bailey
Texas
Washington
Bailey
Taft
Senate Today
Casa
Roosevelt
Fairmont Lincoln Chautauqua Opens July 27 at St Loop Park
Fairmont Lincoln Chautauqua opens at St Loop Park on July 27 and runs through August 1. A committee of 100 Fairmont citizens, united by interest in the prohibition amendment, will oversee the event.
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Fairmont
Fairmont Lincoln Chautauqua
St Loop Park
Highland Park Lot Sale Sets Record Breaker
A fragmented report details Highland Park lot sale hitting a record high with total bids ranging up to thousands. Names such as Frank A. Withson and A. Dennison appear among organizers. crowd involvement and park activities are noted amid an upbeat tone.
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Highland Park
Belind Park
Wilitton
Billy Gyary
Tiir
Frank A. Withson
Wy Asmott
Dennison
Ry Willwon
Geetl H
Hig
Mma Com Ly
Lergey
Northview
Mmia
Troops Movement and Mt Gretna Encampment Plans Revealed
The state militia heads toward Mt Gretna as Adjutant General Paris confirms prolonged encampment plans for July and August. Despite earlier vetoes and cancellations, Congress authorized 196000 dollars for maneuvers. Clarksburg unit departs July 26 at 2 PM amid calls for tight command discipline.
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Mt. Nretna
Charles D. Paris
Hubert Latham
Willett
Salthan Air Aviation
Elliott
French Sudan
Lake Chad
Gretna
Jay
Clarksburg
Congress
Funeral for John L. Harter Held at Stealey Addition
The funeral of John L. Harter, who died at his mother-in-law Mrs Nancy Lowe Inn, in Stealey addition, was held Sunday morning with the Rev H M Hese officiating. Lumberport lodge of Odd Fellows conducted the services and the lodge rites were observed at the grave. Interment followed at the Odd Fellows Cemetery.
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Nancy Lowe
Stealey Addition
John L. Harter
H. M.hese
Lumberport
Jefferson not author of Declaration cited in Monticello purchase clash
Washington New York report notes Senator Heyburn blocked a resolution to authorize government purchase of Monticello. He described Thomas Jefferson as well bronzed and fully capable, criticizing the stance of the Democratic party and urging proper designation.
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Washington
Thomas
Jefferson
Heyburn
Monticelto
Democratic Party
Mae
House panel to recommend dissolution of United States Steel
Washington July 15 members of the House Stanley steel trust investigation committees today practically agreed to recommend dissolution of the United States Steel Corporation in their report and endorse the government s suit against it. Samuel Soutern was here Tuesday from Adameville on business.
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Washington
House
Stanley Steel Trust
United States
Steel Corporation
Local Rivalry Ends in Fatal Shootings in Male Va
In Male Va Roy William aged 13 and two others, William Bighart 22, and Miss Gertha Blackburn were linked to a deadly altercation last night. Eyewitnesses say a dispute between rival youths escalated into gunfire outside the home. one person died and another was wounded. Authorities are reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses as the investigation continues.
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Charley Tan
of Vals
Birl
Male
Roy Willian
J- Williams
Ei Bighart
Gon
Ore
Malden
Eres
Stalder
Miss Blackburn
Willlamay Stewart
Stewart
Third Party Convention Delegates Planned for Roosevelt Ball
A fragmented report notes a third party convention to be held in August at a Creurfestom venue. It mentions 4 delegates and alternates, a Roosevelt Party, and a statement allegedly aiding ex-Gov. Maen MLO.
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Chariverdon
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Malcolm D. Whitman
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Belmonts
Volvers
Fairmont Chautauqua
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Tommy
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Tate
Burnie
Johnson
Burne
Sore Gaye
Burns
Australie
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Latham
Birdman
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Thomas Jefferson
Steel Trust
Stanley Committee
Samuel Soutern
Adameville
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