Lawyer W P Hubbard and early West Virginia politics
A fragmentary biographical sketch outlines William P Hubbard a Wheeling lawyer with precise case study methods, cool deliberate speech, and strong parliamentary knowledge. It traces his education at Wesleyan and Wheeling, admission to the bar in 1864, service as Clerk of the West Virginia House, cavalry service, and 1881 delegate election role, noting his influence in statute review and party politics.
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William P. Hubbard
Rhelgric
Hubard
Flo
West Virginia
W. P. Webbard
Chester D. Hubbard
Wheeling
W. Va
Sty
Te Tinsly Institute
Wesleyan University
Middletown
Conn
Tatter
Mark
Tie
Virginia
Third
West Virginia Cavalry
Army of the Union
Olio
House of Delegates
Damaging Evidence Against Abes gott at Coroner Inquest
Coroner reconvened the inquest at the coroner's office at four in the afternoon to examine witnesses about the death of Ridgeway. Witnesses June Cons and Benjamin Covell testified, supporting the defense that Ridgeway was killed in self defense and that no blows preceded the fatal strike. The court crowd gathered as the defense argued for innocence and outlined events surrounding the death.
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Wening
Elnek
Corp
Aftrog Anil
Ridgeway
Ulaw
Megro
Scott
Sant
June
Benjamin’ Covell
Nearsal
Scott Élizhtiy
Charles G. Coffman
Ateye
Early wedding this morning near Linthacutnie village
The ceremony for Philip Bar and a beautiful bride took place this morning at 6 15 with Rev Reynolds officiating. The bride resides in East End and the groom, a Smithfield resident, is with the South Penn Iron Company. They left for home at once from Pittsburg aboard the Sword Line and will reside in Smithfield.
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Philip Bar
Ant 'Terry Ene Ghurch
Linthacutnie von- Hoa
At. Reynolds
Phébride
East End
Jean Clarksburg
South Pennvil Company
Smithfield
Barrett
Patrick Barrett
Joseph Davis
Manhattan
Pittsburg
State Association annual meeting convenes with bankers present
The State Association annual meeting is underway today with bankers from across the state in attendance. Several attendees, including Narrixon, Deiton, Wood, and others from various banks and firms, are noted as planning to depart after brief sessions and adjournment.
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State Association
Re Narrixon
B. Deiton
Empire
Wood
Meeting of Clerksbury Knights Templar Elects Officers
The Knights Templar at Clerksbury elected rowing officers for the year BT. Cunningham, eminent, and W. Loggett, captain general, with Hodes named as senior warder.
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Saimeeting
Clerksburgy No. U. Knights Templar
Cunningham
W. Loggett
Hodes
Bard Passes Through In City Today To Webster Springs
Fragmentary report notes Bard passing through the city en route to Webster Springs. The item mentions musical provision for doctors at the state and a move concerning the placi, with unclear or garbled details about the location and officials involved.
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Er Renteension
Webster Springs
Sessorf
Placi
Mrs Keelan Edmond Dies After Hospital Visit
Mrs Keelan Edmond, of 216 Monticello Avenue, died Monday evening shortly after four o clock following a slight operation at a city hospital. Her husband and three year old daughter Marguerite survive. She was described as lovable and in excellent spirits until the heart pains began. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 2 30 from the family residence with burial in Odd Fellows Cemetery. Relatives and friends from distant points have traveled for the funeral.
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McLock
Kuetnye
Frank Kerlin
Ty Hospital
Marguerite
Fairmont Couple to Be Married
Miss Mary Russel hosted a small gathering Saturday evening as the engagement of Mr. Harry Engle and Miss Olive Manéar was announced. The wedding, described as a quiet home affair, is set for Wednesday June 27, with best wishes pouring in from friends in Clarksburg and Fairmont.
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Mary Russel
Harry Engle
Olive Manéar
Masdames L
Crile
Clarksburg
BE. A. Russell
Olive Manear
Zell Manear
Louise Potter
Edna Menear
Irma Coney
Martha Hultman
Annie Russell
Fairmont Times
New Circuit Court Judge Named in Charleston
Governor Dawson announced the appointment of Harold A. Ritz of Bluefield to succeed the late Te Chambers as judge of the McDowell Mercer Monroe circuit. Ritz was recently chosen by the attorney general as assistant attorney general.
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Charleston
Dawson
Harold A. Ritz
Bluefield
Chambers
Nationals to play Parkersburg Sunday in key game
Parkersburg Sunday The Nationals, from Parkersburg, will face a crucial home game next Sunday. The field hosts leading teams as the season advances with strong support expected for a pivotal match. The Kindlebergers of Wheeling are also noted for an upcoming show, drawing a large crowd.
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Nationals
Parkersburg
Tim
Mmbr
Nationale Scory
Leferts
Ong Mariette
Kindlebergers
Wheeling
Will
Il ‘Sons
West’ Virginie
Wil
Student Tamia Carr Returns Home for Vacation
A garbled report notes law student Tamia Carr arriving home for a campus vacation. It mentions Mot antown University and a manager named Hoge, with unclear actions described as sniffing the wind and an owl on the ground.
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Tamia Carr
Sjet
Virginia
University At
Motantown
Lom Link
Untersity
Death of Ohio Governor Pattison Shocks Cincinnati
Cincinnati reports the death of Ohio Governor John M Pattison at 4 20 pm Monday in Eaton Ohio. News from his condition shifted from favorable to sudden death leaving friends stunned. Pattison, born 1847 in Hamilton County, had led Ohio since 1906 and chaired the Wiener Central Life Theological Company. Lieutenant Governor Harris prepares to assume office after Pattison’s passing with funeral plans set for Milford.
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Cincinnati
John M. Pattison
Ohio
Idee Hie Hoind
Ailton
Hig Torte Wa
J. B. Howel
John A. Pattison
Henemont County
Wien Central Life Thewranen Company
State Senate
Salahth
Eeptecomws
Qhio Wesleyen University
Aniltay Vintnor Armg
Topuls
Tichtenant
Jmider
Bowints
Pattison
Columbbus
Tne
Omar Harris
Avernor Warvie
Colmibus
Mom
Eaton
State House
Milford
Tegal
Patten
Preparations and Hype Ahead of West Virginia Fair
The article describes a bold promotional envelope urging readers to attend the first annual fair on August 8 and 9. It touts anticipated high quality horse entries, large purses, and noteworthy railbird activity as regular workouts occur. A mysterious horse from spring training sparks curiosity among turf enthusiasts.
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Virginia
Onllé Linn
Aptic
Fables Lodge Initiates Evening Meeting and Activities
Fables Lodge plans a night of initiation and social events after a regular business meeting. A lantern display and procession illustrate the world’s roundness while feathery props and virtue lessons are included. A monster social and banquet follow with newly wedged members slated to begin at 6 am Thursday.
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Monster Social
Ion Anil
Engleta
Mapning resident endures near fatal surgical operation
Stein Higgine of Mapning fa underwent a very difficult surgery performed by Dr Mitzeh yesterday morning. His condition is extremely delicate but progressing after the operation. Doctors report signs of improvement and caution remains about a speedy recovery.
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Stein Higgine
Mapningfa
Mitzeh
Bartleté
Tiggine
Warrant Issued After Hazy Night Attempt
A suspect named Squire Riley arranged a warrant through a man called Swiger while Steger supplied 250 and Ferdinand Rogers as a party. The fragment hints at a legal action or arrest warrant connected to the Swine incident and a named official.
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Anitrowych
Batraix
Squire Riley
Prare Warrenttnr
Swiger
Steger
Ferdinand Rogers
Wedding in Clarksville ends with reception and departure
The prominent couple, Mr. and Mrs. Crawford, celebrated a stylish home wedding attended by intimate friends and relatives. After a brief honeymoon they return to Clarksville, with Mr. Crawford noted as a well liked local businessman. The article highlights the ceremony, hosts, and future plans including a return to the city.
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Rey Jule
Atul Hoy
Schoanan
Lee Arth Welch
Jame
Alexander
Crintot
Brockwayville
Crawford
Elke
Arch
I Mm. Crawford
Clarksburg
Annex Company Expands With New Brick Annex
The Traders An company adds an extensive brick addition to the rear of their building to connect with the Furniture Company. A separate 85 foot long brick structure is built for the D. Asides Company within the same plot to house the joint operations and improve sanitation devices. The enlarged facilities will allow both firms to better meet evolving trade requirements and expand production.
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Bath
Ae Company
Ar Editions
Furniture Company
Sanitatwil
D. Asides Company
Seexer Tounailey
Pletad
Ogdenes
Rug Land
euPuury
Woman Murderer Commuted Sentence Today
The county board commuted the sentence of Mrs. Aggie Meyers for the murder of her husband in a case involving Jane IP Tie and Gusienge Polk granting a mercy reprieve. Meyers will serve life imprisonment instead of the original term.
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Jane
Cate
Aggie Meyers
Toohy
Gusienge Polk
Mrs. Meyers
Wlsenet
Fife
Henry Shanaman Dies in Virginia Street Home
Henry Shanaman died at his residence on Virginia Street after a brief illness or complication. He was a longtime city resident and a member of the local community, known for his work as a mechanic. Interment and funeral details were not provided in readable text.
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Henry Shanamad
Virginia Street
Shanaman
Rosa
Dismissed Cage Against Carter in Circuit Court
Albert TM Garter faced charges of disturbing religious worship at a colored Baptist church on West Main. The offense occurred the Sunday before last. the circuit court tried the case Monday night and Carter was freed of the charges. The second item concerns forged company checks totaling six thousand dollars tied to the Boonell Company treasurer.
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Albert
West Main
Cartor
F. C
Thas
Tisiges
Boonell Company
Ty Jx
Old Records to Be Inspected by Court Committee
Fragmented passage shows a court appointing a committee to inspect aging records stored in a basement. Burgundy text mentions dates, names, and a plan for investigation by a panel including Hor Folin, Raseel, Co Crile, and Strats, with clerk notices and procedural steps.
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Basse
Vingheforn
Harrison
Harrie
Fedge Lynch Eldins
C. Crile
Fragmentary League Note Looks Like Names and Scores
Readable fragments mention Wath P Wesker and Sota 1 Fee ren with several personal names and odd terms. Might refer to a sports or society note but details are unclear. The text resembles a list of names and short terms without coherent narrative or dates.
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Abesgott
Elkins
HTS Templar
Bard
Mrs. Keelan Edmond
Fairmont
Ach
Louie
Marn Gordon
Watsan
Wits
Fables Lodge
Weston
Social and
Stuart Freed
Republica Na
Richards
Bullah
Bayre
Tossi
Tate
Hubbard
Capetain Dovener
Hibbard
Uelemne
Annex Company
Henry Shanaman
Cage
Carter
P. Wesker
Feeren
Sfittond
Prenorick
Finneey Br
al Tiowest
Neat Savini
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