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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1922

Page

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Fire Causes Widespread Damage on Two Streets

Insurance losses total about 40 000 with several brick structures destroyed on two streets. Fire started in a restaurant at Lazard and Carter and spread, damaging multiple neighboring businesses including a milling company, grocery stores, and a barber shop. several properties were only partially insured.

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Funeral of Mrs Ragea Held This Afternoon

Funeral services for Mrs. Ragea who died recently were held this afternoon on Ganton Avenue. Relatives and friends attended the ceremony conducted by the Reverend Hooda. Burial followed at Maple Grave Cemetery.

Ragea Mra Tuerhart Mes Ganton Avenue Dinmont Tey Pum Hooda W. Vo Mindato Maple Grave

Strong Anns Fail to Lift 110 Pounds of Johnny Coulton

A theater event at Blue Ridge featured Johnny Coulton attempting to lift 110 pounds in front of a crowd. Coulton, weighing 319 pounds, struggled. few able to lift the weight, and only with his permission in a quirky display of strength and tension.

Johnny Coulton Johany Coals Blue Ridge Teo Coulanwalgha Powede Bia Coulon Scomi

Conspiracy trial opens for 1917 draft pamphlet case

In Cincinnati on December 7, the conspiracy trial of Thopian Bammarschmidt former city official Lotta Burke and others began in Federal Court. Charged with distributing pamphlets opposing conscription, they faced penalties including potential prison terms while some defendants remained free on bail. The case highlighted the wartime draft protest actions and related charges.

Cincinnati Thopian Bammarschmidt Imayor Cincinnnati Lotta Burke Nokb Kara Isle Oy United State Court of Antonin United States Aarne Goserkt Ad Altorosy Edward Alwd Nour Tha Gofendanta Wien Ats Howard Solliater Suntveed Mami Orschmidt Mion Burke Tmhaths

Promotion changes at Hinaw local office

Sharjes Marsh named adalatant superintendent of the Hinaw office under the M. M. and St. Co. Maino Spurgeon, veteran motorman, succeeds Marsh as oil patcher.

Sharjes Marsh M. M. and St. Co Maino Spurgeon Marh

Poor Car Supply Hits Mines on Monongarela

Reports show a sharp drop in railroad car supply across Pennsylvania and neighboring states. In the Monongah division daily averages fell to around 200 cars with several lines recording multiday declines, while only two railroads improved.

Monongarela Inmnea Sotha Pennsylvania Bnen Fuanlag Tugsah Lisaea Pennsylvania Ryonrytvanta Virginia Blorkustown

Morgan Mine No 2 Opening Reported In Region

A crude update notes Morgan Mine No 2 of the Virginia and Pittsburgh Coal Company being fed up with material. References to coke loads and coal movements along Monongah and Charleston divisions, with figures of cars shipped and pending consignments.

Margas Miny No Virfinix and Pitsburg Coal Ca Patna Tatrmount & Cleveland Coat Co Blades Tka Charleston M. and K Las Aslog

Coal Wreck at New Geneva Pa Delays Local Traffic

A coal train wreck near New Geneva Pennsylvania disrupted traffic as a derailed car blocked the Tollroad. No injuries were reported. railroad crews and officials investigated the incident as trains from Fairmont and Palermont adjusted routes and schedules.

New Geneva Ney Geneva Dummengerimttle Fairmont Gothraugh Chicago Trady van Kirton

VW OBSERVES FIRST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AT ASSOCIATION

The Young Women’s Cavalay Association marks its first birthday with a reception at its home. A large display, ivy decorations, and a blue wicker basket with hand painted flowers adorn the cafeteria. Mrs. Leroy Howard hosts the event with many board members and guests in attendance, and the building opened for inspection.

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Third wreck reported on Spencer division freight train

A late morning freight wreck on the Spencer division of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad injured at least one person. The incident occurred when a train, led by engine No Gh, jumped a rake and derailed near Livergdol. Rescue and salvage crews were dispatched as a derailment caused several cars to overturn and block the line.

Spencer W- Va Dee Rayendwood Speer and Glangully Baltimarn & Ohio Railroad Vrain Borvading

Wanted Young Lady for General Office Work

A town ad seeks a young lady for general office duties with bookkeeping ability and references. Apply at Tailoring Co. Watson Hotel Bliz, 226 Market Street, Brook.

Tailoring Co. Watson

Wanted Reliable Girl to Ray with Wit Cred

Advertisement seeks a reliable girl to stay in night, with light duties and wit. Apply at 618 Spring Street, phone 1058-R.

Witcred Spring Street

Eastern expert called in case

Counsel for the defense and plaintiff in the Newark based suit of Nathan J Hancock against Edith Anister faced expert testimony on a $25,000 damage claim. Handwriting and document witnesses from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh were presented as the trial neared a potential summons to continue next week.

Nathan Hancock Edith “Anister U.N. Binder Cam Chouly Didema Meredit Lola Attermoon Andor Litwrelooke Flea Harry Shaw Lawrence Musgrave Tunaal Wooland Haring Newark N. J Harlig Charles Woods Hltuiburgh Heank Traymond W. Stein Philadelphia Alan Jontity Woods Cass

Operators and Miners Disagree Reach on Wage Scale

A disputed miners and operators conference near Chicago ended without a final wage agreement. The event moved from Cleveland to Chicago due to delays, with both sides presenting positions on wage scales and industry terms. Local coal companies prepared inquiry files while industry leaders debate a broader pact and government action expected in January.

Syeratore-Minors Chicago Cera Congress Wilels

Turkey's Stance on Straits To Be Revealed Friday

Lausanne report notes Turkey faces a pivotal choice over the Dardanelles. Avlonios and its allies weigh whether to side with Russia or the Entente and United States. Premier Lutfi Pasha and M. Mitchellin’s plan tests British and Russian positions, with Curzon's proposals provoking debate among powers.

Lausanne Dec. T Frew Turkey Ruaela Powis United State Inmet Pasha Graal Prildin Russia Gowe Nvor Ioet Pasha Curzon United States Russa Ihne Lanine Jean Covetoons Constantinopia Straits Fusnia Theeters Bahms Healintur Russaia Europe Jalew M. Tehiteherin Ng Rumi M. Trich

Surcharge on Pullman Seats in Charleston WV

The Public Service Commission approved a 60 percent surcharge for Pullman parlor car seats collected by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. The decision, stated as applicable to Charleston, West Virginia, marks the commission's ruling though the state has not otherwise permitted such charges.

Charleston W. Va Sbrylen Commission Niory & Ohio Railroad Pn- Hilo Acretarey Snd Public Service Commisnion Rag

Two Ohio Boys Face Federal Burglary Case in Huntington

Conny romning Edward and Kus Thompson await the March term of the United States District Court on charges of burglarizing the Poach Creek post office and robbing the U.S. mail. They confessed to Deputy Martel Boe Buskirk and to other recent acts, with authorities noting losses around twenty dollars.

Huntington W. Va Edward United States Martel Boe Buskirk Huger Loxony Greverland Thompson ‘Ward Munlay

Christmas Funds Payout Total 18691 Promised

A local notice states $18,691 will be paid into Christmas fund accounts. Fairmont banks and institutions, including Fairmont State Bank and Savings Bank, are involved but reportedly do not participate in the fund. The article mentions a two year history of issues and concerns over fund management.

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Children Sell Christmas Seals for Farmington Schools

Prizes of 5 dollars will go to the boy and girl in Farmington County who sell the most Christmas seals next week. The sale is organized by local authorities and will benefit the Farmington school system. Proceeds fund students in Farmington High and Grade schools with volunteers assisting under school principals and teachers.

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Refusal to Admit Nearsten and Trial Testimony Fragment

Readable fragments show refusals to admit proximity to Nearsten Schneider on trial. Testimony mentions Jane Gibson, David, and Pearl’s friend Rulymond-Bohnalder. Investigatory details reference a murder night, an owner with an arrangement, and affidavits tied to World War II era figures.

David Tien David Woutitan Sim Uni Rulymond — Bohnalder Pearl Babushgs Coca Sehnalder Hall Meola

Officers Named By Wild Life League

Charleston news notes Wild Life League officers named in December meeting. Clem E. Peters of Wheeling and M. I. Finynas of Clarksburg named as officers with C. Dawlay of Charleston and Nrooks as game warden. Committee recommends establishment of a state park at Charleston and urges passage of conservation laws amid issues of water pollution and wildlife protection. The association plans to align with state and national groups on the park and legislation.

Charleston W. Vo Dee Charlyxton Virginia Associaion Clem E. Peters M. I. Finynas Chackstors Vlompresident C. Dawlay Charlostos Thessuvar Anh Nrooks Elot Charlonton Charceston Atsta Charles B Thiaedh Clarkatarg Rotlettig Prveldon Manoela Nk Thorn Protective Association Naonal Audobon

YouNS nov vies Antonio Yrso a yoar old died at home

An infant named Antonio Yrso, age one year, died this morning at his parents' Hempton home. The funeral will be held tomorrow morning from the Italian Cathedral. Burial will take place in Holy Orme Cemetery by Re OpSioned الو

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