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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1920
Page
1
The Hy Sunday lunches to be served in the city on Turadaye Weluwedays and Thursdays, likely in the basement of the Presbyterian church, will include wand cicles three slices of bread and at least two of meat wrapped in oiled paper cake cattes milk and plokiod .A warvor for every 25 persona l will be supplies.
A bi weekly city wide prayer meet is announced with leaders and meeting sites across districts. The document lists section leaders and addresses in East Side and Canton areas, naming Mrs Clarence Robinson and many others as coordinators for prayer sessions, continuing on page four.
Squire D Melmick, noted pioneer, Civil War veteran, and longtime Mason and Methodist lay leader, died early today at his Diamond Street residence after a rheumatic illness. He was born in Lewis County on December 27, 1849 and married Frances Isabella Robinson Chochi. the union produced one child. Survived by brothers N A Helmick, Albert S Melmick, Franklin C Helmick, and siblings, plus many nephews and nieces, he served thirty years as Justice of the Peace and was a prominent Odd Fellow. funeral Thursday at 2:20 PM from First J P church, with burial at Maple Grove Cemetery.
New York December 7 reports the American Society of Mechanical Bag tasters opening meeting highlighting huge coal losses due to inefficient methods. Engineers call for improved processes to save 76 to 100 million tons annually and reduce costs by around 450 million dollars.
At noon today Omet Snider aided by Mrs. Lynch recovered a purse and hat from a girl described as about ten, found at Miller school. The theft occurred at a local store and involved a purple coat and black hat. Police also report a separate theft at another store on Malhauratt with cash and papers stolen. One man, John McCue, was held for being drunk and released on a small bond.
About twenty seven physicians gathered at noon today at M.C. A. to enjoy lunch and discuss organizing a Doctors' Club as part of the Marion County Medics. Preliminary plans were laid for a permanent group to meet next Tuesday noon at the Y. Dr. C Q Henry presided. the gathering was lively and optimistic about benefits to the community.
The report notes ex-King Constantine receiving about 98 percent of votes among veterans in a Ganday problem context. The source mentions Athens, Grok legation, and unclear dated events, with reference to Constantinople era geopolitics.
Weak demand slows coal and auto supply with prices slipping across markets. Notes show shipments, stock levels, and regional variations, including Pennsylvania and West Virginia activity, with mixed forecasts and uncertainty about future price drops.
A fragmented dialogue sees a character questioned about resigning from a postoffice job while contemplating a plan to sequester an ally and stage space for celebration. The text threads mentions several names and a chaotic stream of dialogue about cars, safety, and future actions, hinting at a local tense scene in a 1920s style setting.
John Sidebottom, 4, reportedly rose from bed to fetch water and died after a sudden illness. A resident of Lowerville, he worked for the Iowa Ming and Wael Transportation Co. He is survived by his wife and children. The funeral is to be held in Dutontown.
President Wilson's annual message to Congress outlined tax reform, Philippine independence funding, government appropriations and a working budget, plus laws on cold storage, corporate licensing, rehabilitation of disabled veterans, and wage reform. The address emphasized democracy, national leadership, and two paths to great aims: internal example and support for justice abroad. it was transmitted by messenger with no in-person address.
A joint committee meeting heard plans for a library and memorial building to serve as a legion home and library. Local Rotary, Woman’s Club, Bar Association, and other groups supported the idea while members preferred private fundraising within the Legion Post and a jointly controlled building.
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