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Osenton influence rises as Chilton backs marshal pick
In Kanawha Valley politics Osenton gains support from Senator Chilton for a fellow townsman as marshal. Walkey, a militia member and mining commission figure, is discussed along with Governor Glasscock’s era and party shifts. Clerks Prichard and Strickjer prep advance chapters of the last legislature’s Acts for distribution. Public works, taxation, and upcoming Vrado budget plans loom as officials anticipate next steps.
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Reece
Osenton
Govegnor
Nene
Pusnas
Waiter
Chilton
Watkher
John Guy Prichard
House of Delegates
Fairmont
Will Strickjer
Prichard
Wilen