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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1916
Page
1
The clock at the Normal school stopped on the minute as students departed. Investigations show no clear culprit and suggest the clock may have ceased due to sentimental reasons or routine wear. Faculty and students recall a long history with the timepiece, which once kept near perfect time for 28 years. The incident halted activities briefly as repairs and reassurance followed.
Fragmented notes describe a tornado event resulting in ten confirmed deaths and numerous missing persons. The report mentions affected towns, emergency responders, and ongoing search efforts as responders work through the wreckage and assess the damage across multiple communities.
The bank announces its chosen districts and aims to establish offices as practicable with a capital of 700 dollars. It plans to hire over 6,000 applicants and intends to form a corps of experienced workers for the new banks across multiple states and the District of Columbia.
The piece reports a sudden discovery by Million Foot Gasser at the C. B. Pitzer firm on Hinkard Mur pup, causing surprise to the Manonguliely Vailey Traption Pompany. It notes the well is Hair and easily ent poded up, with other wells dried or expected to come in days. Mr and Mrs A Ta Molter and daughter Naomi and Miss Mure visited Wheeling after noon.
Fragmentary wires report a political or situational setback in Maryland with scattered names and places. The text appears garbled, but hints at a final outcome or loss affecting Maryland politics or governance, with references to individuals and dates remaining unclear.
A fire at a Pepper Township monastery damaged a chapel and injured several monks. Firefighters contained the blaze as mourners gathered, with reports noting water damage and attempts to rescue remaining residents. The cause is under investigation.
A jumbled report outlines a broad push to establish a national market with officials and figures such as Vin juepos and Moustirok join the discussion. The text mentions an April conference, a visiting mayor and Mrs Erngst, and a focus on cost and logistics as representatives consider the scope of the market plan.
Local raids on holiday gambling nets $150 in forfeited stakes. Officers report multiple arrests and seized items while investigators pursue further leads. The operation targeted illegal card games and betting rings operating in several neighborhoods.
A fragmentary wartime report notes pressure on Watson to resign from a committee related to an American ship. The garbled text references German actions and a diplomatic or policy context, with scattered mentions of individuals and places.
Fragmented OCR reads discussants mentioning Pennsylvania Railroad dividend actions and successor relations. Names like Benjani Me and Colin Uhily appear amid garbled text. The piece references election of a resident view preheat at Detroit and a traffic manager position, with obscure dates and places.
A train incident halts William Cooper Railroads operations and prompts delays near Watson Court. Investigators await official action as repairs are planned.
A garbled hospital era article outlines failed compromise talks tied to a political issue. It mentions executives, legal actions, and court steps while noting ongoing negotiations and anticipated decisions. The piece references dates, names, and locations in a condensed news card style.
Unclear OCR text outlines a college men gathering in Pittsburgh with mentions of participants from New York and Siena. Details are fragmented. readable items indicate a convention or meeting at a hotel with notable attendees.
Local readings show colder weather in West Virginia with temperatures near 45 degrees today. Yesterday’s data indicate low temperatures and clear, chilly conditions for the region as official forecasts warn of a brisk day ahead.
Washington predicts failure of a proposed postage rate increase as lawmakers debate the measure. Analysts cite opposition from postal workers and concerns about balancing budget needs with public burden. Officials warn of potential service disruptions if the plan stalls.
A woman named Celia Sehnh was shot dead today by a man believed to be engaged to marry the victim. He then killed himself, according to police, after which the body was removed. The shooter had arrived four weeks ago from Philadelphia and was to marry Saturday night to another woman.
Private van Penry of Company D Fourth Ohio Infantry died at Fort life last night of pneumonia. His father is Harvey Penry of Prospect Ohio. Local telegram from El Paso dated December 27 reports the death during service.
A joint congressional committee studying government printing today discussed a new paper mill plan to ensure stable, affordable paper prices. It notes government needs about 34,000,000 pounds of print paper annually and cites water power and forest resources as key factors. The report urges developments at relevant mills to meet demand.
The Associated Press reports the occupation of Torreon de Villa forces was announced today by the Car ranza Counselor Bravi in El Paso. General Talumantes evacuated Torreon while negotiations with neutral troops faltered amid rumors of coordination with Villa and Chihuahua City command.
German agents reached The Hague to forge preparatory terms for a German delegation. The scene centers on a tentative conference with a German reply to the President and a retreat to hotel rooms, as officials arrange for initial discussions.
Southern Methodists gather in Baltimore for a joint commission meeting led by Warren A. Gands Tor of ACMI Cine Wilk, succeeding the late Bishop AW. Wilvan. More than 60,000 members are represented as the conference begins tomorrow with a focus on unity and corporates.
Major Harry Keatley resigns from the West Virginia National Guard amid border duty period. He requested to focus on professional duties at the state hospital as Huntington's Adjutant General forwards documents to the War Department for acceptance.
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