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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1915
Page
1
A fragment notes a suffrage demonstration in Washington involving Mrs Henry Ford, described with a curious credit to a Croesus figure and references to wages. The readable text confines details to the event and a notable sponsor, lacking clear dates or outcomes.
Detroit woman Mrs. Ford stood by Henry Ford amid his auto empire dreams and the war era push for peace. She faced ridicule yet supported his belief in advancing the automobile industry and aiding international efforts. Her stance highlighted the era’s call for national duty and the role of mothers and families in wartime resolve.
Fairmont reports a string of local employment shifts as three post office employees resign in protest to Postmaster Manjes. New roles open across multiple firms with workers relocating, returning to school, or starting survey work while others plan to launch or join new businesses in the city.
Readers urged to subscribe through the Christmas Prize Carnival with extra votes awarded for every fifteen dollars spent. The campaign notes that both boys and girls can gain by securing subscriptions, with weekly prize sets and dinner certificates for top vote earners.
Vergil Cooper 49 a Farmington resident died at Miner's Hospital at 1:30 AM after a fall from a high platform near a store at the B C station. He dropped his pipe and tumbled through a railing about 25 feet to the ground. Dr Smith could not save him. He leaves a wife eight children and is survived by three brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be in Farmington with burial at a nearby cemetery Thursday morning at 10 30.
Reports from Tokio note Japan plans to adopt measures to shield Japanese interests as several warships are already en route to Shanghai. The action follows unsettled conditions and potential protection orders for Japanese residents and property.
In a court action the stogie go case targets the Farms Bureau and Rockefeller Jr with a decision due next Saturday. An inspection is planned locally. Wilbethrown and Elegton complete high school milestones noted amid proceedings. Delegates to Farmer's Week addressed in relation to the convention and railroad resources.
Capitol pole watchers noted unusual caution as crowds packed galleries to hear Wilkson read his message amid the tense political moment.
The $20,000 damage suit by Fairmont Stogle Company against the city of Fairmont and the Buckhannon & Northern Railroad is set for tomorrow in Circuits Court. Judge Haymond will hear the demurrer ruling that could dismiss many related suits. The docket includes multiple criminal convictions and juror lists for upcoming civil trials.
Police seized four individuals in a bootlegging case tied to the Montgomery and Wels arrests. Two white men faced charges including trespass on Bek O railroad property and were fined five dollars each and sentenced to ten days in jail.
Marion County Farm Bureau will meet at the courthouse Saturday afternoon December 18 to elect delegates to Farmers Week in Morgantown and discuss farmers cooperative demonstration work for the coming year. Activities for Farmers Week run January 3 to January 8. The meeting also notes routine county business and January court session plans.
The May change to bowling rules was discussed at a meeting of league captains. The Professional League game between Ministers and Professors postponed last night will be played this evening at 8 45. Basketball practice drew a large turnout as seven grammar schools prepare to compete in an Interscholastic Indoor Athletic meet at the M C A. The Employed Boys Brotherhood meeting at 6 30 includes supper and a discussion on employment problems.
The Anti Tuberculosis League met at the home of Brett on Benoni avenue to organize a holiday sale of Red Cross seals. Twenty two thousand seals will be placed in this city and post offices in the Azores and Initha. Other promotion ideas were discussed though not finalized. Seals have arrived at headquarters and will appear in stores soon.
The forecast indicates cloudy skies over West Virginia with little change in temperatures tonight and Wednesday. Expect minimal precipitation and steady readings as a weak system passes.
The report notes Governor Stanley’s inauguration today amid party lines and unsettled Congress. A gas explosion near Town Pierpont Avenue caused minor injuries and prompted emergency response, with officials stating a quick assessment of damages and safety measures.
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