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The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1916

Page

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Peace Terms the Allies Want IBy Associatest Prest TONDON

The Spectator reports Allied demands in a postwar settlement, detailing evacuation of occupied regions and redrawn borders. It outlines a future European order with new states and guarantees, referencing Poland, Bohemia, and additional territories under Allied control and protection.

Iby Associatest Tas Pmburg Serbis Runmania Rieke Montenoern France Seminawig-Hiolstels Poland Gosnia

J Herndon Abbott Bond Issue Buried Today Meet Deficit

Funeral services were held for J Herndon Abbott at the First Presbyterian church on Maple Avenue. Rev G Furteer officiated, with a large floral tribute surrounding the casket. The body was interred at Woodlawn cemetery. pallbearers included Messrs Mur ry Bi Clark William Stark How ard Woodwari Edward Jock Tar PYF.

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February Election Aim For 380000 Road Bond

A proposed 380000 bond would finance 22 miles of road improvements in the district with a February 5 election date. The county court will consider a petition to permit a special election, reflecting changes from the prior 21 mile plan and reducing costs to 898,000. If approved, work could begin in spring with a continuous bypass project from Fairmont to Fairview and extend to Rivesville, aided by local workers and officials.

Aboud Balit Anl Epssity Court Aly Road Fairviews Koh Hinds Biel

Unclear Telegram Item From War Report

Fragmentary telegram describes ships sunk and locations near Hagerman and Hardemon state bank. Mentions Norway and Oslo area with names like SUERMAN and HARDemon. Text is garbled with multiple misspellings and unclear references.

German Attack Near Dead Man's Hill Front

Fragmentary wartime report describes German assault along a front near Dead Man's Hill. Text is garbled with scattered references to trenches and Meuse region, indicating ongoing fighting and shellfire despite unreadable details.

Dead Mans Hill

Submarine Fuel Plans Stir Debate Across Nations

Amid a flurry of unnamed political chatter and scattered notes, officials discuss long term fuel and weight limits for submarines. The terse remarks reference regulatory measures, possible testing facilities, and international collaboration, signaling a broad push for standardized standards in naval propulsion.

Brotherhoods 10 Decide Next Step

The Brotherhoods in the region move to determine their next action as tensions rise over party leadership. A special committee headed by George Goodlats will assess options that could delay investigations amid political pressure and public scrutiny.

Pratiaens Brotherhood de Repubte Adare Ratlromul Beothurhood Imamhouleert Fenand Wilan Ceorge Gootlats

Weather Forecast for West Virginia Today

Local forecast notes a colder spell with cloudy skies across the state. Temperature ranges show a high near 40 and a low around 22 with a 0.8 chance of precipitation.

F. P. Hall

Four Witnesses Heard in Murder Trial Amid Jury Evidence

The jury heard testimony detailing the fatal shooting of Christner at a political rally. Witnesses described Shaver and others surrounding the scene, with claims about a gun, a struggle near steps, and a charge of killing Christner during the confrontation.

Satterbetd Koy Addie Kiye Fiister Shaver Stepa Christner Howe Gary Musgrove Dot

City Hall Notes on Taxi Drivers Contracts and Fees

City officials weigh a new ordinance to regulate taxi drivers, requiring a special license or contract for operations. Public comment shows concern over driver obligations and penalties for failing to fulfill contracts with riders. The plan aims to address service issues and ensure accountability for common carriers.

Heraby

Villa Occupies Coahuila Capital

Associated Press report from El Paso on December 29 states Villa has occupied Saltillo, capital of Coahuila. The claim was announced by Vila party and denied by other officials. details remain uncertain.

Associated Econ EL Paso Texas Dac Villa Saltillo Cahutta Vila Par Anans

Crude Oil Price Hit New Pittsburgh High

The price for Pennsylvania crude rose amid refinery demands and reports of tight supplies. Dealers indicated refiners sought higher prices as producers hold back on output, signaling cautious market sentiment and a pending shift in quotes.

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Prin Pul Cabell Sumeren Regal Reneley

Jury verdict on Jones case sparks historic inquest tale

A 1918 jury verdict details the death of J M Jones while employed by United States government. Witnesses describe toxic exposure and oxygen mishap in a submarine air den, noting traces of poison and a failed rescue attempt. The account cites medical opinions, possible inhalation of noxious gas, and contested causes surrounding the fatal incident.

Warehivai Arment Witinay Michiel Livereth Bartha Cnet EWES J. M. Jones Geto Der Eiffoetten Danitvan United Shi Todd Dal W. Smith Jones Jonex Beatty Tull Coulmme

Two Ships Strike Mines in Atlantic

The Belle Isle steamer Paul Paix from New York to Valais struck a mine off the English coast and sank near Swansea on December 24. The French schooner St Culp also hit a mine on December 20 and sank with three lost. A hospital meeting discussed rebuilding and repairs for the institution and ongoing plans for fundraising, with tentative actions planned for the afternoon.

Waslington Paul Paix New York Valais Wis Hower Swansea State Department Welverton St.Culp Sitick & Mine Ollock Ung

Community youth group details and year in Fairmont

The article surveys the local Youngters Chelation Association activities in Fairmont, noting leadership by Edgar Worthington and George Weillekly. It highlights gym and aquatic programs, a four-runk football league, women’s and youth events, and a year of employment outreach, night school, church and school collaboration, and a successful all around course for boys development.

Edgar Worthington Wniversit Youngters Geenia Amerhua Ieee Liv Amihiopehip Hwa Seerchiry George WE Billekly Seth Indooe Basefull Snd Puller South Sle Park Hume Place Boyd Atil Charley Ft. Drum Fale Mion Roy Lify Wu Son Hanquet Fairmont Ausuminar Lever Tei Hone Ile Fairmont Plase Treak Toretgi Boss M.C. AL

Britain and Germany notes delayed amid Wilson peace effort

Turkish note on peace moves reaches London as German reaction and Allied replies loom. Washington reports amid stock market shakiness and denials of leaks. Chairman Henry assails rumors. Lawyon wired that no foe blast will end inquiry. Webb plans to refile stock regulation bill next Tuesday.

London Helliercuta Wilson IC Gould Parke Washington Germany de G Tukey New York Stock Exchange

Boy Wanted to Work in Bookbinding Department

Wanted boy about 16 years of age to work in bookbinding department. Apply at office Kalrmont Printing and Publishing Co.

Kalrmont Printing and Publishing Co

Paper Investigation Reopened By Trade Commission

Washington December report states the Federal Trade Commission reopens an inquiry into the publication industry. The hearing resumes after a two week pause, focusing on a distribution plan proposed by newspaper publishers. Details remain limited as officials review the plan and its implications for the industry.

Washington, D. C Rit Trade Commission Ing J Wits Prinutyethers

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