Demogogue and Progressives Fay Into Politics
A chaotic 19th century style piece discusses demagogues and the Progressive movement. It notes political shifts, a tour by Elionel packing for South America, and debates about the first district in West Virginia. The tone hints at a waning Progressive influence and a return to traditional party lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Rovd Vele
Progressiva Noutnée
Enlonel
South America
Parkersburg State Journal
West Virginia
Tate
Maine
Progressive Party
Republican Party
Attorney General Defends Biddinger Fees Contention
The Attorney General rejects claims that Biddinger must be paid by others and argues he could be compelled to furnish appearance and witness credit under code sections. The piece notes administration officials advocate a modest fee of $25 daily for Burns detective work in uncovering bribery, praising practical business acumen and duty.
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Lilly
Webster Springs
Legislative Bribery
Omcinis
Smet
oMclilé
Hiddinger
Burns
Edwards
Editorial On Rail Congestion And Fairmont Charter Changes
A fragmented commentary discusses rail congestion and the push for efficiency through larger carloads, criticizing low movement of freight and delays. It reviews Fairmont’s charter changes and the new form of government, noting the board of affairs and common council structure, veto rights, and added offices.
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Areca
Avite
Yolanie
Enye
E. Clarke
Clarke
Belang
Fainmon
Oxallea Commission
Mont
Fairmont
Common ‘Council
City of
Eich
Eald
Board of Affairs
Public Shaming of Promoters in West Virginia Scheme
A crude, sarcastic editorial condemns promoters and a municipal proposal in West Virginia as a government scheme. It argues the plan undermines public trust, calls for accountability, and questions the role of the Fairmont commission in the broader context. The piece asserts strong opposition to the authority’s actions and urges public scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pftairs
Board of Ataire
Expalarion Sft
Virginia
Fairmont
Observers note limits on stage dances and cost of living jokes
A collage of clipped editorial phrases from Wheeling and Parkersburg papers laments stage dance prohibitions and rising costs. It references moving pictures, ten cent shows, the idea of cookbooks with marriage licenses, and various local editorial quips about talent, elections, and national life.
Good Roads Day Advocated by Summers County
The Summers county area designates October 4 as Good Roads Day. Residents on the roads are urged to contribute 2 days of labor in cash to aid road improvements. The Raleigh Herald notes rising support for better roads and urges participation to avoid limiting a day’s work.
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Milford
Ralelzh
Suspect Held in County Jail After Ambiguous Release Call
A suspect named William Tate Heebeashd of Wilconburg was detained in the county jail awaiting clarity on a potential release by Justices T. G. Nicewarner. The record notes uncertainty about his sanity and whether any release occurred, reflecting a unsettled legal status.
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William Tate
Wilconburg
Crary
T. G. Nicewarner
Sage Tea in Hair Promises Darker Grays in Days
Old time remedy touts Sage Tea with Sulphur to restore dark color and smoothness. Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy sold in drugstores for about a nickel, claimed to darken gray hair after several applications. It also touted a soft brushable texture and reduced dandruff, itching scalp, and hair fallout.
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Wyeth
Automobiles And Fashion A Public Notice
Automobile trends shape buying habits as manufacturers and merchants urge readers to follow advertising in daily papers. The piece notes cars reflect times, urge consumer awareness, and promote newspaper ads as a guide to available goods and services.
Fine All Wool Fabrics Showings for Spring Goods
A brisk display of all wool fabrics including shears in plain staple colors. Melrose and worsted suiting in 10 yard widths, peach serges and other popular dress goods on offer. Prices 98 49 and 2.00 per yard.
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West Virginia
Wilton
Every Wanted Staple Cotton Fabrics In Economy Basement
The Economy Basement in Sligotings houses a wide array of cotton fabrics and related goods. It features muslins calicoes ginghams printed fabrics outing materials and a large selection of cotton merchanise including denims canvas ticking sheets table linens and pillow cases.
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Wariner
Cho
Thecine
W. T. Burke
Champrton
Lotherm
Charleston Gazette
Berchance
Wheeling Register
Parkersburg
Wise County
Chicago
Grattan
Sentinel
Apo
Huntington
Herald-Dispatch
Hugh Ike
Shott
Daily Telegram
Watts-Lamberd Co
Carneta
Axminster
Brussels
Velvet Gay
Azninnichieng
America
Ucle
Priter
Clarksburg
Warkmanship
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Lowndes Savings Bank and Trust CO
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