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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1920

Page

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Vast Coal Miners Strike Disrupts West Virginia and Beyond

In a rambling report on coal mining operations, workers along the Western and branch lines are ordered to resume duties after extended stoppages. The document notes divisions such as the Bronnnen division and mentions large car shipments, railway support, and a heavy operational force including superintendents and electricians. It cites widespread impact across West Virginia and Pennsylvania districts with substantial production and transportation challenges.

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Fragmentary Press Room Note Reflects Training Cue

A partial press room line mentions learning and a foreman named Mr Chap, hinting at training or instruction context. The readable fragment suggests internal instruction or guidance rather than a complete event or quote. No clear date, place, or organization is discernible from the available text.

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Crude Oil Price Cut Reinstated After Three Years

The agency announced a four dollar per barrel cut for the grade known as Coming Radeon of 25 La per barrel. Prices show a mixed response as buyers adjust to the new rate amid cautious market sentiment.

Fairmont GOPs Busy Time Over Trenoliday

A string of court appearances followed a rough holiday period as Fairmont police court heard cases from drunkenness to assault. Details show Gordon Linn missing cash and a watch after a scuffle, Lewin fined for beating, and several arrests linked to Christmas day events. Funeral notices for C. C. Davis and William Roms were announced, with interments planned locally.

Union Labor Led Challenge to Rep Neely Debate

A Monongalia Valley Trade and Labor Council Iles issued a formal challenge to Representative M. M. Neely to debate the topic Labor Its Aims and How It May Accomplish Them in Fairmont, with John W. Slayton as possible opponent. The council offers to fund the event and provide copies to Neely, aiming to expose views on labor versus capital and democracy.

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Clarksburg C of C Official Visit and Meeting

Clarksburg chamber of commerce figures and a visiting representative conducted a conference with the local business leader. The event touched on autumn activities for the Monongomhel Valley area and noted the absence of disruption by a member. A marriage notice was also recorded for a couple from Farmington.

Everything from pigs to cards in Xmas mail

A city post office rush before Christmas delivered a mix of items from pigs to jewelry, with 116000 letters canceled and 490 extra parcel bags sent for Fairmont residents. Postmaster Wilson and staff worked overnight to ensure next day delivery.

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Christmas Eve Fiesta and Town Meeting Notes

The report describes a Christmas celebration with a toy and candy distribution, a Christmas tree decorated for the event, and a Santa Claus visit. It notes the town hall program opening at 1:40 PM and mentions the curfew, church involvement, and a municipal board briefing about adjournment and local ordinance matters. Minor notes cover sanitation, bridge project supervision, and street work approvals alongside patrolman and traffic machine permits. Local officials and engineers are named in passing.

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Holiday Quiet Cut In County

In a holiday lull the county sees few incidents beyond scattered reports. Officers investigated dating rumors at Kingmont and Indivacyille with limited details. Mike Kourikovich and Shorii Glover led authorities to a warning after a youth disturbance. A deputy arrested Paterson for a narcotics offense amid uneasy family ties and a noted disturbing act.

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Cold Wave Warnings Issued Across Regions Today

WASHINGTON Dec 27 Cold wave warnings were ordered today by the Weather Bureau for the Onlo valley Teaneanon and Bust Gulf states. The forecast called for colder weather to overspread regions east of the Mississippi river within 38 hours. Snow was forecast for the Great Lakes and Ohio valley tonight while clerghere in the states promised generally fair weather.

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B and C Derailments Near Jayenne Bridge

Report describing derailments of B and C trains near Jayenne Bridge on Christmas night. Details are sparse with garbled names and unclear locations but mention of coal cars and freight train disruption.

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Billy Sunday Campaign Kicks Off With 400 Personal Workers

A large evangelistic campaign opens with Billy Sunday’s tent meeting at the main tabernacle corner Garton and Fifth Street. The event includes a 9 to 10 am service for all churches and a formal gathering tomorrow evening with over 400 personal workers from campaing committees assembling to direct the effort. Reverend R T Brown will oversee events. Prayer meetings and choir rehearsals are slated through the week as organizers coordinate ushers, musicians, and volunteers for the drive. A general committee meeting was held recently to review plans and activities across town churches.

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Templiers Hold Christmas Day Service at Mayette Temple

Fifty attendees gathered for a Christmas Day service at the Mayette Temple from 11:20 in the morning. Marion County criminal court judge Beott C Lowe delivered a lengthy sermon, praised as a masterpiece by many attendees. Judge Lowe and others, including Harry F Smith, recorder of the grand commanders, led a toast to the grand master, with a quartets performance enriching the hour.

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Virginia Garwood Leaves Hospital After Accident

Virginia Garwood, daughter of Mr and Mrs Nathan Garwood of Uniontown Pay, was severely injured when a city car struck the auto in which she rode with her mother en route to the residence of HT Kelley. She remains under care at Cook Bowghal but has been moved to the home of Mr Kelley for temporary recovery. The incident occurred while the pair were visiting the city for the Wiley jams week.

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Morris Scott and Lillies Garter Scott Wed in Detroit

Marvin Howlin Moeris of Detroit and Miss Lillies Gar trade Scott daughter of H W Boott of this city were married this afternoon at two o'clock by Rev W J Eddy of the First Baptist church. Miss Scott has been employed by the ML Te W Coal company of this city. The groom is an employee of the Burroughs Riding Machine Co of Detroit and the ceremony took place in Detroit where they will reside.

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Fire devastates Payette County building in Uniontown

A late December blaze damaged a bureau building in Uniontown Payette County injuring none but destroying the structure and spreading to adjacent rooms. Sheriff and state troopers coordinated arrests and investigations as authorities sought the fire's origin amid numerous recent incendiary incidents in the area.

Addition to the HGH School Expansion Project

The Board of Education of Fal e font Independent School district announces a new portable building addition to HGH School. Construction advances on campus with a projected opening after Christmas holidays around January 4, under Marshall Haw k ine supervision. Weather permitting, the building should be ready for use at the start of the new term.

Marshall Hawkine

Salvation Army Christmas Program Aids City Children

The Salvation Army raised 2423.67 dollars during the week to aid over 150 homes and more than a thousand children at the post chapel. Five hundred eight dollars were added on Friday, with proceeds from various small fundraisers and donations including clothes for Sunshine Case and toys for the adopted child. Captain Pickering led the drive, praising city organizations for support. a fine Christmas program at the post chapel concluded with Captain and Mrs. Pickering departing for Cincinnati.

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