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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1916
Page
2
Two local schools, Kingwood and Buckhannon, meet on the Moor Y gym floor in a basketball game. Kingwood has a string of late-season wins and strong play from key players. Fairmont leads the rival fives with recent success.
An early town notice details the organization of the Independent Floor Team in Fairmont on the South Side. The lineup lists guards L A Burke H Spenser and other players, with manager H C Anire at 731 Virginie Ave Bellphone 9 Ursa phone.
Earl Marker of John Town employed in Kinemont mines died en route to Fairmont Hospital No. 3 after a train collision while returning home from work. The ambulance arrived too late. Notices mention local residents improving, travel plans, and social events.
Washington lists a state crop outlook from the Bureau of Crop Estimates transmitted via the Weather Bureau. The report covers averages and production in thousands for West Virginia but many figures are omitted or unreadable in the provided text.
The article states that aurora borealis manifestations are commonly visible in America as far south as 40 degrees, including New York. It notes fewer sightings below 40 degrees and that between 42 and 60 degrees the frequency is greatest, with clear nights often showing them. South of 40 degrees sightings are rare.
The First Methodist Episcopal Church announces a Special Christmas Service titled Legends of Cathay at 5 p.m. Sunday the 24th. The program features a simple, white-themed presentation with songs, pledges, and a Sunday School offering, celebrating the Great King's Birthday.
A church announces a Christmas program highlighting gifts for the King with stories songs and hymns. Sunday school classes plan donations wrapped in white for the occasion and the congregation participates with enthusiasm.
Fragmentary notice invites all church members to attend the inaugural service of a new design to strengthen commitment and participation. It stresses pledges of support and urges steady attendance to build a strong, united congregation.
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