Pure Food Law Case Up in Court
The West Virginia pure food law case reached the court this Tuesday in Point. How Barnes of Skinnaton faced a 905 indictment for selling infected feed. The state alleged Henry Lone used two wagons to move cattle, infecting a steer later slaughtered. Witnesses testified Long discussed the infection with Barnes and planned to butcher a steer, later revealing the misstep. The trial covered violations of the food laws with penalties from $50 to $100 and up to 60 days in jail. John Acheson was acquitted of assault and battery on A J Sheets.
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West Virginia
How. Barnes
Skinnaton
Rositon
Henry Lone
Howard
Long
Barnes
Pebru
Lawrence Jett
Hing
Wtaty
Jane
Bolt
Wall
Hench Lynch
Ther
Krow
Tina
Unis
Iba
fnShUi Br
John Acheson
Aesault and
A. J
Children Hurt In Collision In Pottsville
In Pottsville on May 21 seventeen children were injured when a group of boys climbed aboard a truck on the Philadelphia and Reading branch railway and started it down a steep grade. The truck collided with a car at the bottom of the grade, both vehicles severely damaged.
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Pottsville
Yoare
Ere
Philadelphia & Reding
Two Women Arrested in Altavista Rouse Case
Florence Huber and Babe Meyers were arrested in Altavista by Constable J Worthy Schrader early Tuesday. They faced charges of keeping a house of ill repute with a bond set at 200 dollars each after waiving examination and being bound for circuit court.
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Circuit Court
Florence Huber
Babe Meyers
Alta Vista
J. Worthy Schrader
Pon x Ware
mWorn
Gordon
Reputa
Pred Anderson
City Council Grants Saloon Licenses at Special Meeting
At a Monday night session the city council approved three additional saloon licenses for R A Davin 928 West Pike TT Swager building Owen Kraft Glen Elk hole building Ela Spellman Junction house The meeting featured roll call a vote to grant licenses with Garrett voting against and the Heanse approved seven to five then reconsiderations granted. A temporary courthouse action followed then A W Willian received permission to move a frame building from Court Streets to the corner of Second Street and Modocalley before adjournment
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R.A. Davin
West Pike Street
Swager
Owen Kraft
Glen Elk Hole
Ela Spellman
Junction House
Ernst
Neenwe Ot Davis
Garrett
Heenes
Eraft
Connell
Johnson
Beven
Ea Spellman
Edna Hardman College Record Noted By Principal
Prof McConkey of Felty High School reports Edna Hardman’s standing at Clarksburs High peripel lant, entered September on recommendation. Grades range from 0 to 90. Daughter of Dr Hardman, of Lynchburg.
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McConkey
Felty High School
Mandel Macon
Lynchburg
Iis
Edna Hardman
Clarksburs High Peripel Lant
Tifbate
Mise Hardman
M. Hardman
County Divided Over Plan To Send Delegates To State Convention
Wood county delegates split over who will represent at the state convention. Brisher and Scherr agreed to a heads up plan, meeting Monday night at Parkersburg to open headquarters for the primary section to be held June 2.
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Brisher
Scherr
Wood County
Iito
Parkersburg
Woth
Osborn Dies After Brief Illness in Brooklyn
William Osborn, brother of AC W Osborn, died at home in Brooklyn after a short illness. He was a longtime city resident and is survived by his wife and several children including W T Osborn. A memorial service is planned in the New York area as part of county party activities.
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Gay Osborn
AC. W
Ft Osborn
Thie City
Brooklyn
N. Y
Mi Osborn
Thin City
W. T. Owborn
New York
Iddoa
Presbyterian board report notes rising giving and planned work
A board report from the General Assembly’s Presbyterian ministry highlights increased contributions from churches and individuals, about $10,000 above prior year, and outlines evangelical work expanding despite anti-union legal challenges in the Cumberland branch and unsettled ecclesiastical questions delaying progress.
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Kansas City
Presbyterian Church
Vermfon
Woman's Board
Rex Quest
General Assembly
Cumberland
Ois Churet
South
Southwest
Rand
Residu Hng
Tadiga
Sminy
Raasa
Barnes Makes a Speech at Democratic District Convention
At the Fairmont courthouse the Democratic congressional district delegate convention opened in session. J Walter Barnes of Fairmont chaired briefly after being named temporary chairman by James W. Robinson of Clarksburg. Four committees were appointed on permanent organization credentials revolutions and order of business.
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Prose Ihe
Democratic Congressional District
Court House
Fairmont
James W. Robinson
Clarksburg
J. Walter Barnes
Barnes
Guilty of Assault In Phoenixville Case
A man was found guilty Monday of assaulting a seven year old girl in Phoenixville several weeks ago. Judge Lynch sentenced him to ninety days in jail for the crime. The defendant faced charges of attempted assault as well.
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Tours Twrcasso
Phoenixville
Residence of France Welcomed by England
King Edward and the Prince of Wales greeted President Fallides of France on arrival in London. Large crowds welcomed the French leader as exchanges and ceremonial honors marked the visit. A brief note mentions Thomas J. Kalethy departing London on Tuesday.
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France
England
London
Eng
Edward
Prince of Wales
Fallldes
Eidward
Swisher NEN Jubilant Amid Political Chaos in Lawle County
Swisher and NEN crowds celebrate amid a controversial political scene. Reports from Sarkersburg claim local campaigns are unsettled with evictions and misinformation. Elders debate holding a primary to avoid expenses, while Swisher factions seek to divide delegates and secure nomination. Local ties to R L Gregory are kept discreet as Scherr supporters grow gloom.
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Sarkersburg
Aligalow
Lawle County
Glimer County
Shay
Delomaton
Wayne County
Wood County
Bean
Bwinder
Tome Laurenis
Ada
Scherr
R. L. Gregory
Aehurr
Unclear text on saloon law and building references
Fragmentary account discusses a new saloon law with strict penalties and a provision banning entry to saloons from midnight Saturday to Monday 5am. Proponents call it unconstitutional, planning court challenges, while saloon operators argue the rule is unreasonable and cite entry rights for business owners.
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Supreme Court
Sherita
Unusual Incident in Circuit Court Ends in Acquittal
In Sunday afternoon sessions Ra Wien was arraigned on a felony charge and acquitted after trial. Rev Fred Monfor and others faced similar charges, acquitted amid spirited courtroom reactions. Judge Dabnty presided as observers questioned the verdict while Rev A B Withers and Hon. Dabnty attended. Bridgeport's Rev. A. B. Withers traveled to the city.
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Sunnday
Ra Wien
Carter
Fred Monfor
Mak Ale
Mantoo
Dabnty
Geert
Warrant & Coy Vic
Gentry Brothers Arrive for Parade and Shows in City
Gentry Brothers arrived this morning from Fairmont bringing a tent at Jackson’s Lot for two performances today at 2 PM and 8 PM. A street parade at 10 AM featured a parade of ponies, elephants, dogs, and poppies in regalia amid calliope music as the show winds up a twentieth season tour.
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Gentry Brothers
Fairmont
Jackson’ S
Ting
Gentry Brother
Idenn
Powell Engaged for Third Pre-Cational Edition Work
Prof. RR Powell former president of Aronddis Institute directs special work for the July edition of Jim Richmond Teses-Diepetch. He leverages Virginia schools and colleges through the Gordonsville Gazette, reporting strong interest with many students aiding the project.
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Powell
Aronddis
Jim Richmond
Roosevelt Support Echoes From West Virginia Delegation
Fragmented interview reveals Col Carpenter stating West Virginia Republicans back Roosevelt for the national convention. He cites broad GOP and significant Democratic support, forecasting Texas and Southwest sentiment aligned with Roosevelt. He asserts unity among West Virginia voters for the nomination and notes statewide backing for Roosevelt across key offices.
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Tris We Carpenter
Baler
Roby
Hay
Roosevelt
Curtin
Oden
Avery Déinrrla
West Virgin
Garpentar
Rooesvelt
Laxtapi
West Virginia
Dolore
Chicago
Gheg
Norolnakion
Paway
Texas
Southwest
West
Armival Convention of Epworth Lagove District Held This Week
Readable fragments describe the Epworth League district convention with delegates, sub-district reports, and sessions led by Rev. Carl G. Doney and Rev. Wayne Bal laker. Activities include devotional meetings, spiritual talks, music, and an institute on church methods. Attendees and officers from various towns attend the event.
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Armival
Epworth Lagove
Morgantown
Methodist Motecopal Church
Sore
Rewpanee
Finney
Panta
Rawort
Buyjuaker
Diistrick Axel Gupnibt
Justine Oe Oinmttoey
Atnilo
O'Clark
Muste
John S. Roblagon
Carl G. Doney
Virginia
Wesleyan
Pam-Cey al al Lamaaih O'Chier
Pernoyal
Committee to Inspect Public Institutions for Unified Accounting
A Joint committee appointed to visit public institutions in the state to evaluate conditions, propose a uniform accounting system, and assess the institutions under board of control. Members include E W McKown, Gray Sliver, C M Hart, Mont Duty, C M Wetzel, with Willison and Harris as attaches. They have surveyed Asylum for Incurables, Asylum for Insane at Weston, Spencer asylum, penitentiary, Morgantown university, Fairmont normal school, and Miner’s Hospital.
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Wuite
Mahmoot
Fairmont
Brinildic
Board of ‘Control
Tivtakal
Eich
Sneven
Senate
E. W. McKowh
Roane County
Gray Sliver
Berkeley County
Houe
Delegal
Cmc Hart
Harrison County
Mont. Duty
Titchie County
C. M. Wetzel
Jefferson County
Frank A. Willison
Decountant
John T. Harris
Peers Tary
Moma
McKown
Hart
Wetzel
Willson
Harta
Spencer
Weston
University At
Morgantown
Fairmont-normh School
Miner’ Hospital
Fugitive Arrested by Belmont County Sheriff
Deputy John M. Kane arrested a man named Grignith on a criminal assault charge after information from Belmont County authorities. The incident reportedly occurred yesterday, with the suspect alleged to have been armed.
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Steritf
John M. Kane
Griginh
Grigigh Wes
Chia Veeterday
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