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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1920

Page

9

Bridge Approaches and City Duty in River Bridge Plans

Citizens and property owners push for fair handling of bridge approaches facing the river. The city promises inquiry into who pays for approaches and who owns rights, seeking to protect views and prevent exploiting the joint effort for private gain. Local authorities must weigh legal rights, compensation, and public interest in the design and funding of the bridge approaches.

St Ly Eit Jock Faumont Liege Eiby

Record of the Largest Earthquake Signals Fresh Global Quake

The article reports on the record largest quake, noting scientists debate its causes. It mentions a submarine blast, a possible new mountain range under the Atlantic, and Japan's historical quake tragedy with up to 200000 deaths. It cites 8.83 magnitude readings over three days and discusses volcanic activity and crustal slips as possible causes.

Gientific Erachines Sari Atlantic Ocean Japan Gavernment Qhuy Europe

The Mirage of the Earth and Its Hot Core

The piece notes Lea H Palmer of the United States Weather Bureau that Earth's center heat could reach 195000 degrees Celsius and discusses insulating layers growing thicker as the planet cools. It mentions George Darwin’s theory of the Moon once being attached to Earth and expelled by seismic volcanic events.

Exis Lea H. Palmer United State Weath Bureau George Darwin

Cooperation wave in valley chambers to unite business groups

Clarksburg hosts a gathering aimed at closer links among valley commercial organizations. The effort, though in early stages, seeks educational work to persuade communities to follow chambers of commerce and pursue joint projects. Officials promise persistent effort to win over skeptics and restore public confidence in law and governance.

Clarksburg Chambers of Commerce Boards of Wade

Fragmented Roster of Names and Odds in Obscure Blast From West Virginia

A garbled column lists names, figures, and stray phrases including “The West Virginian,” a claim of 1,000 inches, a legal mention of Gillntst and a reference to Rocketciice suing for 95,878. The text appears as an OCR jumble with scattered references to Ponti, Pilgrims, and production monitors in New York.

Greater New York Wotter

Storm Damage and School Board News in Local Briefs

A Houst storm caused extensive damage to Willian Mel Eliresh’s property, tearing roof sections and a chimney, forcing the family to shelter elsewhere while repairs proceed. In other news, the Sunday School board elected new officers for the coming year, naming Rev. T. G. Meredith as presiding minister and promoting several assistants and superintendents.

Willian MelEliresh Lawwly Shamrock Fusi Company Ry ‘A. Prickett Business Seasion Jo T. G. Meredith D. Howntiin Wm. F. Howlt Macratary Mra Hidne Era Mas Due Holts Dnparian James BowinAn Superlateniien Pinatrus Ino. Bizuskjg Ay Bon

Local notices and obituaries from small town dispatch

Temperatures and staff positions linger as the superintendent tentatively fills vacancies with consent from Mrs. Tiennall. Burial news: Gwendo Tichvell and Mrs. W. F. Hout laid to rest at Piguh Church near Little Fallh, with relatives from plane present. Visitors and local church plans note Christiana frog preparations, while Frank Hauptzman, former Hoult Navy, returns home on leave. Bonus pay for Clarksburg bank clerks boosts Christmas cheer. Spain mine workers head for the United States as labor shifts continue.

Tiennall Parshnala Amaeda Annabella Moifrusk Harry J. Me Clarksbur Mies Thelma Narrig Viola Mbit Madie Morley Forksburg Tay Dea Frances Kreiger Fairmoor Frank Hauptzman

Pine Cough Syrup Recipe From Home Made Cure

A fragmented colonial style ad describes making pine cough syrup at home using pine resin and syrup, claiming potent bronchial relief. It promises easy preparation with household ingredients and monetary refunds if not satisfied, naming The Binex Co. Florida.

Amed Sotega Binex Co

Silk lined coats with fur collars on sale

Excellent silk lined coats, many with fur collars, all modeled after late styles. Materials offered at $39.50, with values up to $69.50, making them a strong bargain for smart dressers.

Courtneys Anett Gra

Gloves as gifts to round out a grooming supply

A note suggests keeping several pairs of gloves to stay well groomed. It mentions an example using humor with Homery and Hendkerchiok and states that such gloves are appreciated gifts.

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