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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1920
Page
2
The article details a forthcoming gathering of church workers led by Rev. William Asher and other directors to organize permanent staffing for a tabernacle project. It covers planned meetings, instructions for workers, donation drives, chair acquisitions, and expected attendees, with notes on timing, locations, and community involvement.
A damaged 19th century notice explains express versus parcel post at Utica’s post office. It notes parcel post rising in popularity, limiting express shipments, with data on daily and monthly totals, train origins and destinations, and a sample week’s activity including a Thursday in May.
A fire at the Haywood building on Jeffery Street at 41 o clock morning burned wardrobe contents of Mrs Joneie Moore and family on the fourth floor. Fire Chief Wheatine suggested a defective iron caused the blaze. Mrs Moore said insufficient current was used. Damage limited to scorched wainscoting above a door hinge. second floor tenants were Frank G Haymond and Clay Amon. Building erected by Ausee Willsm C Haymond about 22 years ago with L Cunningham supervising.
Federal agents raided Hurley on December 28 targeting illicit saloons. Officers seized liquor ranging from 35 to 7 cents in price, with one gunfire moment reported during the operation. Arrests included Jomber Jacknap as liquor enforcement stepped up action.
About 200 people attended a reception in the banquet hall of the Masonic Temple No 9 A L in honor of St John the Baptist. Attendees danced and music provided by Narrah and others during a social evening after the meal.
The Red Cross chapter of Palromat led a successful membership drive, aiming for 8,000 members this year. Final totals show 4,662.26 dollars raised across wards and districts, with strong support from headquarters and local committees, reflecting broad community engagement and notable booth activity.
Atlantic City reports that ALG Guthuirst of the American Hallway association argues for regulated coal distribution. He cites four years of industry experience and says production, transportation, and consumption must be coordinated to avoid spikes and ensure steady year round supply. He asserts rail facilities could meet demand if coal moves at a uniform pace, addressing weekly peaks.
Sanitary Inspector Santary Dr. Audronsyne and J. M Scott of the West Virginia District of the B and C RR met in Fairmont to discuss sanitation conditions at the station. Residents complained of some issues but officials could not confirm a link to Murutt. Scott then proceeded to Wheeling for the day.
Two charges were brought against Chenee Post, arrested at Fairview last Sunday. He appeared before Justice Mt. RL Musgrove and was fined $1 for each offense. Total fines collected included $12.20 for drunken notes and $10 for swindling. M. Te Suiterfield paid $4.60 for drunkenness. Maris Snider of White Rock was fined 33 cents for failing to send her ward Clarence Champ to school. Sentence was suspended as the boy is being taught at home.
Washington observers note Pran font Wiluon celebrated a birthday with a gathering at the White House. The event drew many congratulations and included Mrs Mareurat Qruwon and others. Also present were G. Bere Adoo and a group of invited guests, with attendance at the President's residence adding a formal air to the occasion.
Miss Milan McLester, a trained kindergarten teacher from Nashville, will lead a new department in the Fleming school building in Vint Virginie. A dedicated room is prepared, with plans to open on Wednesday January 6, for five year old children upon payment of a fee yet to be announced.
A local Masonic event outlines that the Knight Templar order will confer a scarlet degree on Ohio students. The class of candidates will be examined, drill displays performed, and the ceremony scheduled in a city tavern setting. The announcement notes community interest and anticipated attendance.
Daily coal production across the Fairmont, Monongahela, and Western Maryland lines fluctuates. Reports indicate 2279 cars of coal and coke in the Selmont region, 969 cars on Mononga Division, and 2000 cars pending at the mines, with limited trading and varied quotations across districts in West Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Local notice reports the death of H W Talkington a long time resident of the city. He died after a brief illness in Florida and his body will be brought home Friday to his daughter Mrs Parker on Coleman Avenue. Survived by three children Mrs Walker Miss Jane Talkington and J M Talkington. Funeral arrangements incomplete pending arrival.
Local home of James Cuter attacked after burghes outered the residence. A diamond flop valued at $500 and $145 in soak damaged windows and interior. Authorities pursued suspects as sounds of entry and pursuit echoed along the road toward Interarbean car. Bloodhounds from the Waatahoaler were used in the search with a trail aid. several suspects boarded a car and escaped.
In London and Rome today brief AP summaries describe high level war developments. Reports flag a possible meeting between leaders and top generals to discuss terms and potential truces amid ongoing tensions.
A youth arrest case related to a statutory offense involving a year old girl is cited. The parent seeks custody and details of the grand jury appearance are referenced. A city attorney warns the youth may require medical attention, while financial and legal actions proceed through the court system.
Disjointed report details unnamed individuals associated with a fire incident and a claim of payment refusal. It mentions two men, oaths, a king reference, and a firing at Marion with unclear connections to incendiaries and a November supplement. The text is fragmented with few concrete facts or identifiable entities.
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