The Library Movement and Civic Gifts in Ohio Town
A chapter recalls how a library evolved in Gallipolis Ohio from a fundraising edition de luxe auction to a state supported public library. Donations by Andrew Carnegie and local women fueled growth, improving access for youth and teachers and marking a victory against ignorance. A Clarkburg News editorial and Martinsville News commentary reflect on civic efforts and political notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library Club
Aber Aif
al Bi
Atari
Genera Assembly of
Ohio
Andrew Carnegi
Theron King
Gallipolis
Hhat
Ohio City
Ladin
Clarksburg
Desperate Family Relies on Local Drug Store Aid
A family stranded away from civilization endures injuries from an accident and seeks relief with Burklew's Arnica Salve. The note mentions Frank G. Blani's drug store as a nearby supplier of remedies amid the hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burklew
Arnica
Frank G. Blani
Public Library Seeds in Garkaburg Growth Through Ladies Efforts
The piece recounts a town’s push for a public library, led by determined local ladies who formed a subscription society. They funded the project through socials, ice cream fetes, penny by penny, and a high-spirited campaign culminating in community support and attempts to gain a newspaper press to publish their paper. The narrative highlights community effort, early fundraising, and the eventual realization of a public library as a moral and intellectual asset.
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Garkaburg
Uzetlet
Clu
Wigan
Advan
Goree
Indecent Act Arrest at Traders Hotel and Local Court Fines
No. 110 Third St AV. C. Gaines arrested Thursday on complaint by Col. Thomas B. Seely and fined $10 plus costs by Mayor Crile at the police court. Earlier, two drunks were fined, while two others served short jail terms. others paid fines and were released. Also notes a testimonial for Dr King’s New Discovery with a Va source claiming cure for bronchitis and lung issues, with trials offered by a local druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AV. C. Gaines
Thomas B. Seely
Traders Hotel
Crile
Trader Hotel
Dr. King
Consumpton
T. J. McFas
Benterville
Frank G. Bland
Wilenburg to visit West Union for afternoon baseball game
The Wilenburg baseball team will travel to West Union tomorrow morning to play the home team in a 2 PM game. Both squads are in good form and the contest is expected to be closely fought. The item also lists various local notices and ads unrelated to the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilenburg
West Union
Local Real Estate and Service Notices in Parkersburg Area
Ten dollar down and five a month buys a plot along the Parkersburg and Marietta line with listings at Jacobs building Clarkeeburg. M D Stuart buys and sells horses from his large barn near Central Protestant church and will take some boarders. A horse buyer arrives June 26 for eight year olds. Dr Keener tests eyes free at Bland's drug store. Wall paper from T J Lynch Co. Blackberry brandy sold at Family Liquor Store near portottie.
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Mins Mayme Porter
Braddock
Wold
Cumberland
Family Liquor Store
Mott
Kodak
Nusbaum
Ilosta
Parkersburg & Marietta
E. Thad Pot
Jacobs Building
Clarkeeburg
Ws Vimritts
M.D. Stuart
Thiders al Tey
Howell
Brruike
Dr. Keener
Bland
Dmg
T. J. Lynch & Co
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Lowndes
Republican
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Glarksterg
Tee Daily
Rowacre
Pest
Pike
Lampest
Veuinraee
Robert 8 Northcott
Robert E.jaye
National Capitol
Ife
Lee
Richmont
Northcott
New
Martinsville News
Wetzel County
Merriman
Marks
Oxford
New York
Ant Niciey
DR. Hill
Home Pipe Secrets Tit
W. Va
Third St
the Police Court
Jersey
Mitker
Jer
Hardmex
Oeulint
Fordyce
Elty
Pont
Roa Wetate
Jacobs
Oakland
Elliott
Luther W. Elliott
Iljot
South Second Street
Ed Rone
Pike Street
Bland’s
McClaskey's
Fourth Street
Glen Elk Produce Company
L. 3
A. & Gallow
Oakland, Md
B. & O. Railroad
Allergheny Mountains
R.J Seasor
Mar
S.Y
Aauskan
Rone
Swayers
Tanze Grink
Robs
DR. C. S. Apple
West Main Street
Portottie
Harmonist
Wythe Themen Sade Company
East Pike Street
Uyrie
Citizens’ Steam Laundry
Bargain Store
Main Street
Brisél Rovel Axminister
Velent
Metium Tapestry Star Tarretry
Ingraite Catton Thera
Lockwogd’‘S
Metropolitian Hotel
Eurocan Plas
W.elray
Glen Elk Hotel
GAK
Anthony Gaughan
Prop
Treet, West VA
West Virginia Transfer & Storage Company
E. B. Saph
Doty & Conklin Wagons
West Pike ‘St
the Traders National Bank
T.moore Jackson
S Bornoe. Caahier
Joes
Hasinen
West Virginia Bank
WM Late
GL. Duncan
Tames Mate
Ow.lynch CO
Hart D.davison
Dik. Wep
Courtier Bookkkeeper
M. F. Bartlett
Law & White
Am Street
West VA
Holmboe & Lafferty
Architects
Eiki, Wi
Athiens, Ob
Ertista
Jstroct
Peer
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