First Dress Parade Held At Mobilization Camp
An officer from the War Department directs Major John H. Allen to report to the mobilization camp near Charlceton to examine medical officers of the Second Regiment West Virginia National Guard and assign them to active duty. Resignations and transfers mark the early mobilization as recruits prepare for border duty. Families of soldiers await news as men contend with deployments and potential discharges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
John H. Allen
United States Army
el Paso
Tex
Charlceton
Mina
Allen
J. IR. Wohrle
Iran
Lonieht
Jos
Newport News
Abe Agiae
Hampton Konis
Hennis
Ational Guard
West Viretnin
Wrvinn
Anrvico Dmiler
Wallace
Tony
William Wallac
United
Atute
West Virginia
Charlow F. Templeton
Machine Gun Company Arrives From Huntington Frontbound
The machine gun company arrived from its Huntington home, having made arrangements to head to the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Sudden Death of Lloyd Washburn Prominent Farmer
Lloyd Washburn 72, a well known retired farmer of Good Hope, died suddenly Saturday afternoon at his daughter’s home in Adamson. He was in usual health that morning, drove to his daughter’s residence after breakfast, and collapsed while working there. Survived by his widow Abs, daughter Sarah Washburn, a son Alpha Washburn, and several relatives. Funeral arrangements not yet completed. announcement to follow.
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Lloyd Washburn
Good Hope
Tie
FO Greathouse
Adamaton
Mr. Washburn
Adataton
Abs
Sarah Washburn
Alpha Washburn
Point Pain
Gevrev Washburn
Florida
Politins
Wiliam PF
Ferguson
Hontat
Fry
Fight For Humanity
American Polilex
South America
Trapic
Canear
United States
Priguson
Frederick W. Wheeler Ir
Ie Ban Bean
Prohibition Party
Oshkosh
Wia
Eieyouth
Finland
Tre
Albany
N.Y
Los Angeles
Chamber
We Enmmérenia
New York
Comenitien Te
Automobile Licenses Grant ed to Clarkabure and Salem residents
The May auditor's bulletin lists automobile licenses issued to residents including Lee Stout Jacob Madden C Coane Jr Paul Lanter and others from Clarkabure Salem and nearby towns. It reports John S. Horan state marshal noting April totals across five farms in the state at 290 and records two Harrison county towns. A dwelling in Stinnacen owned by William H. Tenning was damaged by a fire loss of 500 and a building in Enterprise sustained 220 damage.
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Aint
Notor
Anni
Lee Stout
Jacob Madden
C. Coane
Paul Lanter
Ac le Carduft
J. Hashert
WO. Fell
CC Floyd
Mart
EL Arnwod
Jenne Rector
Film and Bureaicr Company
NK Dockes
K. McGum
AWA
Trottier
J. J. Clemann
Tamberport
Mt. Clare
J. H Thompson
Reynoldsville
Lowell Caside
Haywood
State Auditare Atay
John S. Horan
Harrison County
William H. Tenning
Stinnacen
County Jail Population Report and Local Meeting Notes
An OCR fragment notes the county jail population with a line about twenty three inmates counted as convicts. It also mentions farmers too busy to attend a regular weekly meeting in the city and references a county agent UW in an unclear context. The text is garbled and contains incomplete phrases.
Stone and Mercer Open Elegant Store Opposite Postoffice
Stone and Mercer move to a stylish new shop at No 105 opposite the postoffice, from their 14 year old site at No 11 on the same street. The store features mahogany and plate glass fixtures, large front windows, a modern sanitary fountain, and a distinct prescription department with a balcony for extra storage.
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Stone and
Mercer
Postoffice
Stotin
Dole Duchness
Ory Ud
Bow Drug
Cincinnati
Dayton
Springfield
Columbus
O. Thorn
Jere
Ousteere
Thors Belue
Bally
Will
Plate Clan Gliniven
Moore
Iin
Valle Artyojo
Ite
Swati
Local Firms Plan Recruiting Office and Civil War Era Draft
Local companies announce opening a recruiting office to enlist men for two toru companion units of the Went Victoria National Guard. Company K prepares a 150 man war footing and Company A seeks to expand with Captain Ted Powell urging a full roster. Recruiting drives scheduled Monday through Wednesday with enlistment in Charles City and a Thursday parade by Company K and Company A through the streets.
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Went Vicena National Guard
Hertiary
Forly
Ted
Powell
Avertion
Pompany K
Thouak
Stone
Mercer
Oharlie
Cty
Full Pay for National Guard and Naval Militia Called to Service
Employed personnel of the Bull Telephone system called into federal service will receive full pay at the normal rate from the date of call, with a nine month extension in pay, while remaining employed or returning after service. The company will note names of those willing to enlist and will aid in supplying men for specific service as directed by the government, maintaining employment continuity for returning service members.
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United States
Vaoh
Mexican embassy officials promise aid for Mexicans leaving US
A Mexican embassy official stated that necessary requests will be provided to Mexicans who wish to depart the United States. The official warned against complacency and urged orderly procedures, with plans to cooperate with authorities.
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Washington
United
Telegram Club Offer Rewards Best Workers With Prizes
An issue promoting the Telegram Club incentive offers rewards to top workers. It promises certificates worth up to 60,000 votes, cash commissions, and prizes including a new Overland touring car, pianos, and a phonograph for active members. The campaign urges members to recruit votes and continue subscriptions through September, tying rewards to district performance and club participation.
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Overland
Thin Enum
Tateran
Thorp
Hare
Olab
Yach
Wandarful Piamond
Thomas A. Bolleon
Heb
Mhealer Kitchen
Rabineta Hein Watchen
Wim Olin
Nrizia
Fealy
Deterrence Supposedly Halted Attack by Garrisons
An ambiguous report describes American forces thwarting an intended assault by garrisoned troops. Authorities note the defense held without injuries as tensions rose near Columbus and St My, with commanders citing deterrence by American strength.
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Hoaquartirs
Columbus
St. My
Menoral Porahing
Ameren
WANTED Cordage rope offered by local buyer
Local dealer George Yampolsey of East End Larksburg West Virginia seeks cordage rope. Payment is eighty dollars per ton delivered and the notice specifies the East End area.
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Larks
Burg
W. Va
George Yampolsey
East End
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