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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1920
Page
1
Fragmented report notes urgent call for chairs to support a large campaign in Fairmont. Organizers led by Rev. William Apher plan gatherings, training, and distribution of chairs to support hundreds of attendees, with efforts to mobilize local churches, women workers, and volunteers.
The American Railway Baprons office reports Christmastime parcel handling in Fairmont rose, with express available to the city about twice inbound versus outbound. Five terminating and twelve passing trains averaged 475 shipments daily across peak days, while minute rates and local peak days shifted higher, reflecting growing parcel post popularity.
Fire at the Haymond building on Jetter Son street damaged the third floor apartment of Mrs. Jane Moore and family as flames scorched wainscoting and clothes. The fire started while using an electric iron, quickly extinguished by the Thuria department. No injuries reported. second floor houses attorneys Frank Haymond and Clay Ano. building evacuated by Judge Willem Naymond about 83 years ago.
Hurley Washington December 2 More than fifty federal prohibition agents from Chicago and other districts raided 34 open saloons arresting numerous men. Liquor sold at 36 cents for moonshine and 76 cents for well liquor. Lumberjacks among those arrested allegedly paralyzed by liquor. The agents fired no shots and the raid followed a night of chaos as liquor sales continued during the raid.
About 200 attendees gathered at the Masonic Temple banquet hall under Male mont Lodge No. D. A. Fund A. to honor St John the Baptist. Arocta time retreat murals and dancing followed with Tarrott'a orchestra providing music for the evening.
The Patromint Chapter of the American Red Cross reports a strong fourth Roll Call, targeting 3,000 memberships in the county and city, with totals approaching last year’s figures despite a slow November. Leaders credit community effort, noting significant contributions from Fairmont, local wards, and numerous volunteers across business districts, factories, and homes. The drive raised substantial sums and showcased robust participation in multiple districts.
Atlantic City dispatch reports Ramostated Guthelm of the American Economic Association urged regulating coal distribution. He traced the industry’s history through wartime and said mining output far exceeded near term demand, with railroad capacity able to spread coal but unable to handle weekly peaks. He argued regulatory power is needed to balance production, transport, and consumption for stable conditions.
An inspector from the B&O announces sanitation complaints at the B and O station in Fulrmoot but it is unclear if the visit affected conditions. J M Scout, Wheeling district superintendent, reports leaving for Wheeling. A new freight transport form will start December 31, with a later 2031 version. Canadian migration limits require $250 cash and transportation to the destination, with family allowances per member. tourists unaffected.
A report from the justice’s office describes hearings yesterday in Fairview before Justice Mangrove. Clarence Fant faced fines for drunkenness and swearing, with amounts totaling around $12.30. M Ramterfield paid $6.10 for drunkenness, Marie Sulior of White Rock was fined $3 plus costs for failing to vend her ward, and Clarence Champ’s school finance was postponed pending a home tutoring evaluation of the boy.
Washington December 2 Prant font. Wilson celebrated his 18th birthday by receiving many messages of congratulations. Two of his daughters Miss Margaret Woon and Mrs William G. McAdoo were with him for the event and also Dr. Anson brother of the President's wife attended.
A new kindergarten program starts January 6 at the Fleming school building on Vie pitia avenue. Miss Amelle McLester of Nashville will lead, arriving next week to assume duties. The room is prepared with first class equipment and will welcome pupils aged five and under on Wednesday January 5. The West Virginia school code allows kindergartens in public schools where conditions warrant.
Scarlet degree to be conferred by Mountain Commandery No 446 Koighte of Matta. The ceremony will center on a large group of candidates tomorrow evening with full ritual amplified by a specially drilled degree test. Attendance expected from many members in the city.
The Fairmont region shows a wide shutdown with about 65 mines idled and only 60 percent operation along the Monongah division due to lack of orders. Production figures for coal and coke are down while rail loading remains constrained, with 2,609 cars of supply moved that day and ongoing empties in various districts.
Night morning death of local resident Tallington in Auburn Dale Florida where he had wintered and owned fruit farms in Florida and Pensacola. survived by wife Mrs Harriott Kate, daughter Mrs Parker, Miss James Talkington, and son L F Tallington all of Guy. He was born near Manaoington and lived most of his life in this city. Body to arrive Friday and be taken to daughter Mrs Parker on Coleman Avenue. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
A burglary at James Custer's Edgway home near the Fairmont Country Club occurred between 9 and 11 pm. Entry was gained by a pried window, with a diamond flag valued at 600 dollars and 126 dollars in cash stolen. Authorities followed leads toward the Interurban line, but details remain unclear.
London dispatch reports India city officials discuss armistice terms at a wartime conference. General Caren, commander of regular forces, and leaders indicate possible agreements on two armistice measures after tense talks.
A youth facing a statutory charge was reported last night, with an initial hearing set before the grand jury. The case is being handled by Attorney BH Hy Ipses and involves a $5,000 bond set by the magistrate, with the defendant remanded for further proceedings.
In Uniontown Pennsylvania a firebug and associates faced arrest and questioning as investigators pursued charges over two fatal incidents. The suspect group argued they had not yet received a proper warrant, claiming the real time for action had not arrived, while police and county officials continued midnight investigations.
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