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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1920

Page

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Adopting Stand Shapes Party Unity in West Virginia Convention

Delegates from across the state gathered at Wheeling for the Republican convention to nominate a candidate for Supreme Court and elect electors. After multiple ballots, M. G. Lite, Carrigan, and Lively contended before the southern vote secured Lively as nominee. Ballot results showed shifts among counties and districts as the convention pressed toward unity and a strong slate for November.

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Operators To Meet Miners On Scale Revision

A Cleveland report states that operator members of the joint scale committee for the Central Bituminous fields adjourned after discussing changes in wages for day or month labor. The session, requested by President to consider a wage alteration, focused on coal and mine labor terms.

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Inter State Orders Target Coal Traffic Controls

A report notes an Interstate Commerce Commission order to curb coal movement. Officials say 4000 cars daily cannot be handled, with front-line ports and lakesfront delays. Proposed drastic measures aim to curb export and ease market pressure, while Baltimore Ohio railroad seek ways to halt fake permits.

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Wanted good pick miners in county area

Wanted strong miners for work in county area. Call at Manley fakultier 7 P.6 this evening for details.

Vin'eunty Manley Fakatier

Provision Co Announces Shortened Weekday Closing

The document shows a notice for the E Provision Co stating daily close at 5 P M, with Saturday hours different, and indicating ongoing weekday closure schedule.

Fragmented Notice Chronicles Unclear Public Remark and Lodge References

A mangled notice mentions Fairmont Lodge and a funeral, alongside garbled lines about Hermione Antaxansdt, bathing toys, a trip to Camp Comfort, and references to wars, cities, and a church. The readable fragments touch on political mentions, Canada summers, and Warsaw, but contain extensive nonsensical text and missing context.

Hermione Camp Comfort Thadu Canada

Widening Road Stretch Proposal Revealed in Fairmont

The Automobile Club of Fairmont met last night to discuss petitioning the county for widening the stretch of roadway between Fairmont and Mondagak. Abtarey French prepared the proposal for signature by automobile owners, with club officials noting support from county leaders and residents along the route.

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Fairmont Dentists at Big Convention

Dentists from Fairmont attend a large convention, drawn by speakers and exhibits. The gathering showcases new treatments and industry trends, with practitioners from the area exchanging ideas and networking opportunities.

Fairmont

Mike Janois Tell Mayor Conaway How He Got Goc Tag

A report notes Mike Janois addressing Mayor Conaway about how he obtained a GOC tag and the related details. The article mentions plans to send three delegates in tomorrow’s polling, reflecting local electoral moves and official oversight.

Mike Janois Mayor Conaway

No go zones and restaurant curfew hour in London notice

Soviet headquarters report capture of Mlawa and Pulpasks area and occupation of Siedlce. Polish sources claim southern Russian advances halted as troops push back. War summary shows military communiqué indicating gains and setbacks in the campaign.

London Mlawa Pulpasks Siedlce Ment

Suffrage Wins in The Senate of Tennessee

Senate committee reports the amend. Three more arrests were made yesterday afternoon at the colored poker joint raid. In Raleigh and North Carolina reports connect a partnership. Bailey, George Johnson, and Frank Shater were arrested. The Tennessee Senate today saw the initial battle as the constitution amendment attracted votes. The payoffs and arrests relate to a poker game case with a 719 vote in the upper house. An earlier firing, a barbershop vote, and a $140.2 fine are referenced amid chaotic details.

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Unsure text about meeting and tour of members

Fragmentary report notes a meeting of an Industrial Supervisors Club with mentions of a tour and a bridge problem. Names include RT, Cunningram, and Absent, but the full context and roles are unclear.

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