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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1915
Page
8
A cluttered OCR snippet describes a community effort titled Are the Kiddies Dreaming in Vain and references fund drives for the Salvation Army and a Christmas carnival. It mentions names, dates, and a prize pony contest, urging participation and noting prizes for consistent contributors.
The edition urges shoppers to patronize Fairmont merchants during the Christmas season to keep money in the community. It highlights a special Buy In Fairmont supplement and notes discussions of local merchants and prominent figures attending events. The piece references political and social figures, local celebrations, and plans tied to the holiday shopping period.
Fragmentary OCR passage cites figures linked to governance and policy changes. It mentions attempts to lay foundation for Gia frial, and references substitutions of personnel for political power. Names and roles are scattered, with claims of demoralization and shifts in offices within 1913 to 1934 context.
A fragmentary editorial sharpens a critique of Republican politics in Kanawha County and a public official’s trip to San Francisco. It mentions Stephenson, a controversial exposition, and seeks to trace costs and accommodations tied to a 19th century visit including Elvon and West View residents. The passage names Med. B. Maxon Ambler and Mrs Lipiy, with remarks about hospitality and legislative appropriations.
Fragmentary notes describe a fraternity visit near Hy year with mentions of a person named Lethe Sonat and activities including a Martly wok Stanly event and a Haein waw-uy. The readable text is unclear but indicates a social gathering and inconclusive details about participants and timing.
An advertisement urges shoppers in Fairmont to buy Christmas goods at the E. C. Jones store. It claims going elsewhere or ordering by mail yields less value, emphasizing quality and measure over price.
A promotional note highlights the full range of gift box paper products now on offer inviting shoppers to enjoy the complete selection across the store.
A newspaper notice announces a Specially Planned Offering of women's winter suits with moderate prices. Win models from stock are sold at reduced figures, some up to one third off, featuring active styles and trims. Dresses priced at 22.50, 18.50, 15.00, and 15.50.
A fragmented satirical column titled Ruff Stuff By Red fills the page with jumbled reflections on courtrooms, fashion, weather, travel, and local gossip. It threads names and places in a loose, humorous lament about modern life and newspaper quirks.
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