West Virginia gas tax case discussed by Hallanan
A Wheeling correspondent reviews a Supreme Court of Appeals ruling on gas transportation tax within state limits versus interstate flow. The analysis estimates annual revenue around 450000 dollars, potentially up to 1500000 with broader interpretation, and questions public perception of who bears the burden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastie
Wheeling Intelligencer
Wheeling
Virginia
Laz
Hallanan
Vic Dublie
West Virginia
Harding and the Senate
Political writers note Harding’s independence stance in a speech and its impact on Washington. They warn that strong leadership tests the powers of the executive and predict scrutiny as his campaign rhetoric meets real governance.
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Byavid Lawrence
Washington
Harding
Ile
Gosaig
Farding
Senate
Feepafe
Harding ix
Maniane
Uncertain prospects for the next president in early White House tenure
The text argues that while future presidencies may face rougher times, the senate is unlikely to ruin the next president. It contends the president intends to consult widely with public figures, keep a strong stance, and avoid a rigid political posture unless early months reveal a shift in temperament and backbone.
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Indi Ous
Senate
Rui
White House
Tax policy clashes as foresters urge reform and debt relief
The piece argues Congress will resist Houston era tax hikes on incomes under five thousand, prioritizes revenue while sparing low earners, and links forest policy to public health. It notes foresters conference in Harrisburg calling for a large scale reforestation program and timber-resource stewardship in West Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Trexcury Department
Treasury
Sverye
Houston
Pringrim Gtr
Eloliaion Dent
Harrisburg
West Virginia
York
Pennsylvania
Axtonisher Notes Local Happenings in Winter
The Axtonisher reviews community chatter from Marion and Kingwood area towns. It mentions plans for a dairy supply venture, local celebrations, and remarks on figures like Joe Sam Montgomery and political parallels. The piece hints at cultural debates and the magazine’s own commentary on local life.
Bits of State History by E. B. Meredith
In April 1790 Samuel Fru was killed in Eels district Hurrican county. The assailants shot him and paralyzed him then dragged and mutilated the body. The murder, known as Hull’s fall for money, stemmed from a scheme surrounding a turkey dinner at a local inn.
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E. B. Meredith
Samuel Fru
Hurrican
Bin
Benjani Robinson
Inélaan
Lim
Mr. Robinson
Murger Ace Curted
Hull
Quote laden city notes mix prayer and parish life
A chaotic newspaper fragment mixes biblical quotes about Mary and Martha with local mayoral office chatter and community notices. The piece references a Bayor Canoway office meeting, a building committee debate, and mentions residents and births, with scattered names and events from Clark County area society pages.
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Mary
Martha
Luke
Bayor Canoway
Arher
Wwe
Asher
Mare
Jesus
Monongah Women Nominate Town Officials In Local Ticket
On Tuesday night at the Zone of Will Gaskins the Monongah Women hosted a convention to nominate town officials for the coming year. The slate includes Grover Cochran for mayor, W E Higgeety for recorder, Frances Evkett and Pearl Morris for council seats, with others named alongside Wn Gaskins and district delegates listed from various groups. The District Conference featured Mildred Riggins Harry Lai Elisabeth Gandy Frances Esketh and Grace Meredith among participants.
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Monongah
Wm. Gaskins
Wilk
Lutizens
Moval
Grover Cochran
Recorder
We. E. Higgeety
Cornell
Mra
Frances Evkett
Mist Pearl Morris
Fatley
J. Wyikenty
Wn. Gaskins
Mildred Riggins
Harry Lai
Elisabeth Gandy
Frances Esketh
Grace Meredith
No Rest No Peace in Kidney and Back Ailment
Mrs Emily Frplc and husband of Fairmont report enduring backache and disturbed sleep from kidney trouble. After two boxes of Doan's Kidney Pills from a local drugstore, her back improved and urinary symptoms eased. Prices and availability mentioned.
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Fairont
Sidney Mille
Meir
Emily FrPceland
Sden St
Fairmont
Doan
McCloskey & Cora
Home-made Remedy Promises Quick Relief From Coughs
A cryptic ad style passage touts a home made remedy promising rapid cough relief and healing, claiming it works within minutes. It mentions herbal or mysterious ingredients and hints at soothing throat and chest effects, with vague references to prices and availability.
Realty Deeds Piled For Record In County Cork Area
Realty transfers list multiple parcels across Glayde Fork Bingamon Creek Lincoln district and Fairmont with varying sums. Jane Amos and husband to Tamuy N Ashcroft 4 parcel land. Gideon E White and Mary and Robert L White. James Burns Lincoln district. Tibbs and Maude Tibbs to Mary Tibbs. Anna Prickett and J N Prickett to Beas M Jamison for lands in Fairmont. Considerations range from $1 to $3,300.
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Jane Amos
Ashcroft
Glayde Fork
Bingamon Creek
Grangerilie
Gideon E. White
Mary & White
Robert L White
James Burns
Lincoln District
Tehaed
Tibbs
Maude Thibs
Mary
Fatewant
Cosiderariam
Crowded Virginia schools push pupils away from districts
Executive committee of the West Virginia Education Association warns state schools are crowded beyond capacity. Rural districts lack teachers while towns turn away pupils due to enrollment bursts from 49 to 60 per room. County superintendents report many schools without enough instructors, forcing some students to attend town schools and others to farm for opportunities. Turkey dinner announced at Presbyterian church tonight.
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Wheeling
W.a
Virginia Education Association
Uber
Kcomm
Ube
Mate
College Debates the Soon To Begin in Morgantown
Intercollegiate debating at West Virginia pauses for holidays and resumes with a two year plan. One team forms with no opposition. schedule includes Swarthmore in New Jersey, Washington DC, and home matches against Washington and Jefferson. Debates focus on establishing provincial courts and industrial relations similar to existing courts. A separate notice states a husband and wife seek dissolution by agreement.
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Morgantown
Weat Virginia
Uanity
How
George ‘Washington
Weehington
D. C
Weetminator
We & J
Washington
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