Grafton Chronicle reports multiple city incidents and trials
A mixed local roundup describes a man held for alleged federal law violations with a $100 fine and months in jail, a fatal windstorm collapse during a performance, a fatal heart attack after a stormy blast, a car wreck injuring WP Wiley, and a trial date set for Durbin case. Additional notes cover police resignations, promotions, war troop movements through the region, a real estate and social column, weddings, birthdays, and community events in Grafton and nearby towns.
Men Will Emerge In War After Population Shift
Paris reports for July show labor department figures indicating women will outpace men after the war, with women a rising share of the workforce. Before the conflict women earned far less. postwar projections expect a larger female labor presence and a shrinking male wage pool. The analysis outlines shifts in industrial jobs, domestic positions, and service roles as male employment declines while female participation rises. Parkersburg notes residents traveling, meetings, and a mix of local social updates amid the broader national shift.
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Labor S Department
Labor Department
Hown
Wedding tragedy ends in botched crime and death
In Wichita Kansas a groom, Frank Smith, trades cash for a man’s paper note and a black cigar. On the wedding afternoon he goes to town to finish his outfit, then meets a man named Corey Green who offers a coin exchange. The encounter leads to violence and the groom is killed. The case draws court action and seeks the heaviest penalties.
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Jackson
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Hydes
Quaint
Jolt
Saya Smith
Wichita
Cheely Smith
Svarco
Minin
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Sudih
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Green
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Ann Remit
Wichite
Stith
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Inter Tire
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Aden
Attorneys Probe Maternity Commission Hearing Over Veal Industry
In Spatington on July 3 a group of lawyers representing the West Virginia Coal Association and related operators appeared before the Maternity Simmennee Commission. They argued for investigation into industry practices and urged findings on changes affecting veal production and related operations. The lawyers, led by Mr Williams, reported on investigations by the department and claimed the hearing would clarify the impact on local operators and markets.
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Spatington
Iuly 3
Vito Pinto
Gertins
Helms
Maternity Simmenee Commission
Hianbiol
Wahnell
Olfinr
West Vigina
James
Willianson Wald
Qurly
Ghin
Ats
Public Schools and Pan Americanism Urged by McAdoo
William G. McAdoo urged New York educators to teach Pan Americanism more fully in public schools. He argued U S students lack understanding of Latin American political, economic, and social development, and called for compulsory Spanish teaching and greater study of Latin American thought, history, and culture to foster mutual understanding.
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Tily
William G. McAdoo
the Treasury
Geuton
Wilson
Mr. Mo
Aloo
United States
Latin-America
United State
Central
South America
Italy's Sardinia Mines Drive War Iron Demands
The article notes Sardinia and Sicily provide iron ore for Italy's army, with Sardinia contributing significantly to pig iron capacity. It cites Italy's rising production from 16,000 tons in 1800 to an estimated surge during wartime, powered by foreign capital and American machinery. Key districts near Florence Bologna Naples Rome Milan Turin and Burdinario are highlighted for ore value, with Sardinia and Sicily as principal sources.
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Italy
Oll
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England
Germany
Austra
Hungary
Neds
Qwainland
Ring
Hicly
Caltantxetta
Blelly
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Bologna
Napiva
Milan
Turin
Burdiniay
German and Allied Troops Clash Along Western Front
German troops on both sides of the line along the western front engage in heavy fighting with British and French forces. Repeated attacks and artillery exchanges mark ongoing combat in the sector as tensions escalate.
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Ahadeianea
Cycling revival mirrors Ireland war era bicycle boom
London reports a revived cycling trend as the war era changes restore interest in bikes over cars. Women favor short wide skirts and high boots for cycling while veterans gather for a rally on a classic road, recalling bygone days of spirited outings and family spectators.
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London
Ireland
Ming
Freight rate dispute rages over West Virginia Ohio coal
Fragmented report notes wage pressure and price differentials between West Virginia and Ohio coal during transport talks. It cites operators and picket language as West Virginia leaders seek a coordinated stance to sustain shipping on lake ports and rail routes amid rising costs.
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Virginia Coal
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Harmony Talks Between Japan and Opposition
Harmony between government and opposition is reported amid calls for policy relief and national defence review. Viscount Minty, former policy council member, leads the inauguration urging national welfare and strategic cooperation over party interests in defense matters and Japan's foreign relations.
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Bolt
Viscaunit Minti
Poliy Council
Japan
United States railway engineer transfers American securities to Britain
London July 8 Urban 4H Btoughton, long in the United States where he spent twenty five years and served as a railway engineer, announced in the House of Commons that he had transferred to the British government the holdings of American securities from a private individual.
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Urban
United States
Houe of Commons
Preston
Britfel
Brothers Reunited After Long Separation at Chicago Meeting
A group including Henry Habcock and Charley Hinchcock, long separated siblings from Vermont and Wisconsin, reunited in Chicago near the Stilwater and St. Paul railroad area. The tale covers their hardships, wartime service, and the hope of returning to family life, with references to their brothers J Paul Tend and others in railroading careers. The piece notes their mother’s sorrow and the years of waiting, ending with reflections on family unity and the wartime era.
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Ratte Way
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