Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

The West Virginian in Fairmont, West Virginia

Page 1

We have 4,406,664 pages in West Virginia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1916

Page

1

Fire at Virginia Avenue hospital ruins building

A blaze at a Virginia Avenue hospital caused extensive damage to the roof and upper floors after sparks from an elevator motor ignited waste paper and debris. Nurses detected smoke, aided evacuation, and firefighters battled the flames for hours.

Buna Thor Destruwyon Huga Fire Department Tre Interiow Kuismant «Emo Second Street Virginia Remem Walter Meperteir Phas Virginie Avenue Matrinout Reinl Eeonil Uist Wits Wien Ties Hospital Acca Ava Chiat Chiot Watkins Ralph Doo Gttie

Hospitals Report Large Number of Recoveries

Patients rest easily as many are transferred between Miner Hospital and nearby facilities. Doctors report all patients improving. several names listed with home towns and wards. Medical staff note vital signs stable and indicate continued rest and routine care.

Suit Against County In Circuit Court

Wells sues Marion County Court alleging injuries from a walling incident and failure to provide proper railing. Circuit court hears testimony as multiple witnesses are examined amid notable interest in the case.

Wells Marion County

Directors Plan to Rebuild and Repair Burned Structure

A heated City Council meeting outlined plans to rebuild and repair a burned hospital site. Officials discussed demolitions, funding, and securing water access while considering relocation of beds and staff. council members pressed for timely action and clarified responsibilities.

Thanks to Volunteers and Helpers in Fire Rescue

CHIT Watkins of the fire department extends thanks to fellow workers and those who aided in extinguishing the flames and comforting those awaiting aid. He also thanks the Salvation Army, the police, and the numerous citizens and women who helped.

Chit Watkins Fire Department Salvation Amy Usalst

General Scott renews plea before Senate

General Scott speaks before the Senate renewing his plea as political tensions rise. The scene focuses on military oversight and criticism of policy while lawmakers probe the leadership and discuss ongoing defense priorities.

General Scott Senate

Funeral for LeonarAD Moumienl Held at Monongahela

The funeral service for LeonarD Moumienl was held at the Monongahela Baptist Church this afternoon with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery. Reverend C L Lightner and Reverend R Webb of the city conducted the services, with RL Chmninge in charge of undertakings. The funeral followed a public viewing and included a procession to the burial site.

Jones Leonard AL Woodlawn Nomerery Hiss R. K. Tinningham C. L. Lightener R. Webb Thiy City

Nurse Describes Fire Discovery During Hospital Incident

A nurse recounts discovering a fire and the ensuing confusion in a hospital ward. She notes alarms, evacuations, and patient reactions as staff worked to control the blaze. Several patients were assisted to safety while medical teams ensured medical care and sterilization procedures remained intact. The description highlights the tense atmosphere and the rapid response to contain the incident.

No Peace Unless Germans Make Full Amends

A lengthy wartime broadcast transcript fragment discusses Britain and Allied resolve. It centers on demanding repentance from Germany and warns that peace hinges on Germany making full amends, with references to leaders, policy shifts, and public sentiment.

John Wm Cook OES Hospital Death Report

Johnston William Cook, prominent Bates backville figure, died after hospital treatment following an explosion accident. The event occurred at Glenside in Merion County, with his wife and family named among mourners. He long served as president of Bates backville and was connected to the Hett family lineage and local institutions. His body was prepared for burial at the Conwinsheds establishment.

Kennett Stigene Hopital Uehan Holybatdelts Miers Ale Spence Mowry Witte Staten Avnet Minere Hospital Minper Thespitil MoyeUithiy Miner Hospital Mise Nornal Lyon Jane Twikhigtin Farber More Clayton Nour John ML Cook Miners Hospital Nis Chamber of Commerce Wautprent Belutia Cook Han O'elock Watt Dre Pranve Frinre Tiree Mpestinas Jonipital Tae Aaraatien Akliveteers Stiars Wien Yur Atte Morgan, Meschhey Avouk Glave Hartman Marti Dene Wittring Chmatughan Ul Woolaves Mins Taylor Miss Tayelor Foo HY Toom Mine Milekett Paris Paria Way Willmar Leonard Sitho Howe Ws Parenta AC Ant Inle Paso Deine United States Sation Sen Wei Hosni Bates Harrabelle Ty Savelswal Barrackvillé Ain Miedowshien Alen Abbie Tontang Harry ‘Tonat Pouraohs Aires Cook

Also Mentioned on This Page

Godk Hospital Noelia Peat al Steirauniy Andy Mittle Hark Smurhin Jist Billy Severn Benien Athena Tijiterd Howard Woolward Alin Shile Tony Europe Chrixtrr Congressional Washington Nathan Guay White Seote Ptelaek Gerald Leonard Annabelle Boy New York Keneral Entente Adrii Liverporl Salem Star Furniture Company Interstate Public Service Electric Company Phenie Martin Tant Hartman Ghate Pheu Martin Wwtal Aginend Curtis Dove Teany Auman Pat Slywellstalty Os Wurst Tone Stalin Barre Linyd George Says Neuwtiatiiens Tony Tol Rivenne Mtr Metseata Alor Retina Brewton West Virginii F. P. Hall Hartley Somme Lace Mong Verdun Line Kivelle PBA Moartes Charlenville Fermanire Haweinn Vohra Lower Danube John WM. Cook Oes Milion Fron The Glee Bee J. Guy Mage Grafton W.va
Search Courier

Search the The West Virginian Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The The West Virginian?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication