Gauley Valley Coal and Oil Company for West Virginia
A local plan launched in Nicholas County forms the Gauley Valley Coal and Oil Company to develop state mineral and timber lands. The venture aims to distribute profits among state citizens, offer shares to residents, and extend operations across the Gauley Elk region and beyond, seeking broad public backing.
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Nicholas County
Gauley oMax Coal and Oil Company
West Virginia
Wallers
Micheles
Gauley Valley Coal
Oil CompanyeIhas Company
Usuaby Corporation
Sneach
Bie
Uso
Ganley and Elk
Tle
Fairmont Store Floods Hit City and Damages
June 9 report notes flooded basements at the People s National Bank and Hartley s department store after a burst water pipe. About 4000 dollars in damages estimated to firms in Jacobs building. 3000 dollars in merchandise lost. Playground improvements progress with plans for three city sites. Community events include Black Diamond Lodge memorial service. Knights of Pythias. Local officials seek concrete bridge funding across Coal Fur ravine. Auto crash injures Linn and Linn Jones near Farmington. passengers unhurt. Funeral for Mrs. George Adams. Belgian relief funds raised by Fairmont residents. Arrests in local robbery case. D.A.R. officers elected. Elks flag day, motion picture house plans, Royal Arch officers announced. Charter injunction case deferred to state courts. Marion teachers institute set for August 30. St. Peter’s school diplomas awarded. Mrs Belle Flora named. Marion News Agency burglary noted after two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s. National Bank
all@ing
Bank Hardiey
Jacobs
Hartley's
Department Srore
Milwaukee cleric thief ring? Poor box theft at Trinity church
In Milwaukee on June 18 an arrest occurred in a church theft case. An alleged burglar Kowalski faced charges after George Miller, church caretaker, reported a hidden stash and tools used in break ins. Police recovered over $10 in coins and a list of items found on Kowalski.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gmelwaukee
Wis
Rowaleki
Chicago
Jeuweas
Kowalski
Willer
Walivehen
Noted Penman Dies at 75 Civil War Veteran
James P. Spencer, 75, pioneer of Spencerian penmanship and copybooks used in schools nationwide, died in the city after a long illness. A Civil War veteran, he preserved the craft with his pen and ink offerings, leaving behind a gallery of works and teaching influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siooneces
Pu, Jone
Phipman
P. Spencer
Kms
Oricnstors
Ggehus
Jong Hess
Orie
PEE SEA FACTORY LATEX UNIT CALLED TO COURT
A fragmentary OCR note indicates that a latex factory unit at a city site was asked to proceed to a court or city office. The text references a request or order directed at the facility. Details are unclear due to damaged content.
Engineers avert train disaster near Wichita Falls
In Wichita Falls Texas on June 29 engineer Clapton reversed the locomotive to save seven passenger coaches from a flood weakened bridge over the Wichita River. As the train cleared the first abutment the bridge collapsed, but the engine and carriages reached safety beyond the second abutment thanks to swift action.
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Wachita Falls
Tex
Jor Clapton
Fort ‘Worth
Denver
Wichita River
Etc
Cropton
YoungAirman Evassville Boy Loses Arm in Fall
John Mitchell aged 14 of Bit Vernon, near Evassville, attempted to imitate birds using a shop bought glider model. The wings collapsed from a left stable height, breaking his left arm near the elbow and causing minor internal injuries.
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Evassville
Ind
John Mitchell
Vernon
Birds
Mitchell
Eltow
Moves Muskogee Man Shuns Movie Thrills
June 18 Muskogee city official King admits never having watched a moving picture. He recounts a tale of a villain pushing a heroine, a brave lover, and an aviator saving her, then declares he prefers home fireside after work and dismisses cinema styles as annoying.
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Muskogee
Dxta
King
Eif
Phome
Bravery Rewarded in California Rescue Feat
In Bernardino California on June 13 Pick G Kruger was hailed for bravery that saved the lives of R T Brown and his family from a runaway. Kruger learned today he had been left $10,000 in the rescue fund. A road bond issue of 100000 for Fairmont district roads faces a Monday vote to finish work begun with a 400000 bond last year. Italian boy Tig Logopiatt was killed at Monongah while working for Consolidation Coal. Charles E Manley plans a large stable and storage barn on Meredith Street. John F Rectine, 60, a miner, died of heart failure at Monongah. Fairmont State Normal School President O L Woodles is a candidate to succeed Corbly as ce gf aurs ball Colliers. Airmen playgrounds open Monday with Howard By Cornwell in charge. Auto truck owned by Joseph Weright damaged after veering into a wall near Fourth Street bridge. Ora Straight of Barrachaville injured when horse pulling a buggy bolted into a wire fence. John Evans, 21, died Friday at his son’s home on Fourteenth Street. The tonwall will take ipkes ony Sunday 2T Lernonn at 2-30 trom tieakieacs.
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Sax Bernardino
Cal
G. Kruger
Kians
Wash
Hves
R T. Brown
Denver
John Evans
Axe
Richwood Man Acquitted On Liquor Charge
Richwood notes report that Russell Dilley was acquitted by Judge Fisher after a case involving bringing liquor into the state. Earlier, Dilley was convicted, fined 100 dollars, and sentenced on the county road, with his appeal moving to circuit court. The article reflects local grand jury findings and town attitudes toward whiskey indictments.
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Wood
Sammenrile
Russell Dilley
Amr
Juase Fisher
Dilley
Squire
Hutchinson
Offal
Siruy
Diley
Giley
Jover
Virginia
Anc
Bred
Bize
Jake Pisher
Richwood
Hubby Faces Accusations in Suffolk Divorce Case
Garry Bulkeley sought to flee his marriage after a forged message linked to an altered friend in New York. Carrie A Bulkeley sues for damages, alleging desertion and concealment amid disputed consent, as testimony hints at plans to run away. The case shows a stormy, contentious divorce proceeding in Suffolk Court.
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Bostom
New York
Peniniston
Garry Bulkeley
Suffolk
Dmirs- Carrie A Bulkeley
Semmicht
Prices Rise Across Steel and Iron Markets in Germany
Market notes indicate steel prices exceed 30 dollars per ton while iron ore values hover around 26 dollars. Analysts warn of continued upward pressure as production costs surge and demand remains firm.
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Germany
Serap-Iren
Meals for Summer Evenings Planned By Mrs. A. B. Scott
Mrs Anna B Scott offers guidance for light open air meals to suit hot days. She recommends porch tea parties and outdoor tables, with simple menus such as varied sandwiches, salads, and fruit drinks to ease preparation, reduce dishwashing, and keep family dinners cheerful after long workdays.
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A. B. Scott
Mount Grétra
Ieebor
Japanese Husband Is Very Kind Seattle Article Fragment
Fragment from Seattle reporting about an incident involving F. E. Kawata and two Japanese individuals, stating one shot and wounded a man described as a white slaver. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear dates or full context.
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Seattle
Wash Jime
F. E. Kawata
Whitey Cie
George Gists
Sway
Japan hires foreign adviser to coast commerce shift
A June dispatch reports Japan expanding its policy by enlisting a foreign adviser in the department of commerce. The move signals Tokyo’s aim to secure expert counsel through a designated channel to strengthen dealings with the West without relying on prior policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Visers
Japan
Department of Commerce
Obj
Indictment Trails Case With Federal Conspiracy Charge
A garbled OCR summary shows a federal conspiracy indictment involving a person likely named Feinstein and references to a grand jury. The text also mentions relatives and arrivals but lacks clear dates, entities, or a coherent event. The readable fragments suggest legal action and possible charges surrounding a family relationship.
Largest Horse in Pensylvania Fails to Enter Stables
A massive horse named in Pennsylvania could not be stationed in its stable due to unknown issues. Local authorities and handlers discuss alternatives as the animal remains unassigned. No injuries reported and the scene stays under control.
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Gandy
Fairmont Store
Fairmont
Summirj
Ffirmont State Nor Jail
Joseph Rosier
Black Diamond Lodge No
Knights of
Coal Fur Ravine
Linn Jones
Mannington
Farmington
Clarence
Eluharty
B. J. Hawkins
Russel Welmer
San Francisco Exposition
Ghicazo
George Adams
Maple Grove
Commission
Pitts
Gelsians
Window Glass Company
Harry Brown
John Leech
Haymond
Market Streets
Brown
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
Hugh F.smith
Waitman F_Canawas
Joseph Lehman
E. F. Hartiet
Frank Davis
George
Alexander
J. M Black
Fairmont Lodge of Elks
Om Minin Street
Weber's
George H. Nelson
United Sales District Court
Rerk
Fortier
Marion County Teachers” Institute
S Peter's Parochial ‘School
Aid
Belle Flora
Ros Floye
Rivesville
Doms
Madeo
Muserave
Marion
Sons Mate Sxtreet
Stefen
Penman
Rigator
SBR
Young
Tigi Logopiatt
Consolidation ‘Coal Company
Monomgab
Charles E. Manley
Meredith Street
Madison
John F. Rectine
Monongah
O. L .Woodles
Fairmont State Normal School
Ceed
Corbly
Cegf Aurs
Howard
Cornwell
Pittsburg
Emilie ‘Probst
Lena Parks
Laum
May Dannington
Joseph Weright
Locus Avenue
Fourth Street
Mr.o Wright
Miss Ora Straight
Barraclaville
Indore
Bugsy
Richwood Athletic Association
w_ B_ Rubush
Ohio
WF. Bose
Greebrier
AL Armantrout
Mayor McClong
Vgife
Parkersburg
McClung
Sam Reed
South Side
Dunbar
Kanawha County
Holt Brothers
Star Theater
Hubby
IkGy Prices Eise
R. T. Lowndes
Elas
RT. Eowndes Department Store
Anna B.scott
Colimery
Philadelphia
Giese
Ai Titus
Tealor
Howes
Bondreasl
Destha
Ié—Searols
Feinstein
Jer
Pemstein
Eka Miabcl
Pensylvania
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