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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1920

Page

5

Fragmented local notes blend names and places across county events

A garbled OCR page lists individuals and locations from Clark County and surrounding areas. References include Ulysses, Fairmont, Toledo, and Potomac River with mentions of farms, auctions, and public works. Community figures such as Morris, Binns, and Deeds appear amid scattered notes on agriculture, fishing trips, and county commissions.

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Weather and politics mix in a turbulent local scene

Local news recounts severe weekend rain and damage across towns, with officials reporting 36 inches of rainfall in some areas and road and jail maintenance underway. The piece also notes political organizing by the Democratic committee, a gubernatorial bid, and community figures visiting the city amid ongoing weather disruptions.

Travel schedule fragment with routes and times

Fragmentary travel guide item listing trains and routes through Morganton to Gastonia and other towns with times, connections, and service notes. Mentions stations, transfers, and service details in a dense OCR excerpt.

Local brawl leads to fines after city fight

Deputies respond to a late night melee at Jamison Street involving Shevi Glover and Jules Measie. Alex Kelsusky and Frankink arouky charged. Jules Meits fined and released after incidents included a broken ankle, a shat slap, and allegations of whiskey selling. Justice Museroot’s office records the case and a lawyer was summoned.

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Cox Dodges on the Slush Fund Query

Senator Reed cites no response from Governor Cox in the Senate committee probe into campaign finances. The Republican fund reportedly totals 415 million dollars and accusations of falsified campaign support are raised as Cox is urged to disclose telegrams and other evidence.

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Flood Swamps Ridgely Avenue Homes Amid Cloudburst

Rising water from an eight am cloudburst flooded the rear of Ridgely Avenue houses near Locust Street, with the Smith home most affected as water rose to the porch steps. Neighbors aided by wading volunteers while residents moved furniture and risked further damage. The scene drew many onlookers as the downpour subsided after about an hour.

Ridgely Avenue Sleventh Street Tegan Smith

Realty Deeds Filed for Record Fumbled Fragments

Fragmentary OCR scattered lines describe realty deeds filed for record and a garbled note referencing miners and a person named Jno Nino. The readable phrases imply property records action, with unclear surrounding context and names.

Anti Suffs Take Another Step In Tennessee Standoff

In Nashville on August 23 anti suffrage lawmakers moved to block certification of the Tennessee constitution by the secretary of state at Washington. Senate and House leaders coordinated to restrain actions toward sending the measure to Washington. Also reported is the death of Mrs Barbra Yarnell Oldfield, 64, Los Angeles, wife of H C Oldfield, at home.

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Property transfers around Fairmont and surrounding areas

A garbled notice lists multiple real estate conveyances in the Fairmont area including parcels in Fairview, Lafayette, Norwood addition, Anderson district, and Pine Street. Considerations range from about 1,034 to 22,000 dollars with parties such as Monroe L. Hamilton, John J. McCray, C Powell, Sam Miles, and Willie Byrnet involved.

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Parkersburg Legion Meeting Draws Attendees and Conflicts

The annual American Legion convention at Parkersburg drew about 1,000 attendees with 1,200 delegates present from various districts. State Commander Earl Smid and other officers presided. Rev. Wilton was appointed state chaplain and W. Eubenka deputy commander. Delegates contested state offices, while a detailed program and entertainment were planned amid industry and rail shipments discussions and local civic remarks.

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