17 Feb 1922
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1922
Page
1
A newly formed Local Union titled WJ. M. of A emerged last night at a job site gathering. Organizers stated aims to improve wages, hours, and safety standards for members across related trades. Local officials planned an inaugural meeting and pledge to support worker rights and collective bargaining.
Report out of West Virginia describes miners at several districts loading hundreds of cars and threatening a work stoppage over open shop policies and promised raises. Union leaders claim 1 230 orders already placed while production figures show 1 280 cars loaded across Monongah and related divisions with ongoing discussions about mining school extensions and wage increases.
Readers confront bitter times as imagined slogans warn of hard times and decay. A chaotic verse parodies a society pressed by scarcity and looming decline, referencing industry, opportunity, and mass sentiment amid a bleak future.
A weather report shows temperatures dipping below zero in Fairmont and Prestburg with a 30 above reading later turning to 7 below by morning. Reports indicate heavy snow 2 to 8 feet in parts of the northeastern states and a moon drifted cover in Fairmont. Wheelng reports gas shortages amid cold and rising concerns over daily life. continued on Page Eight.
Fortney accuses Democrats of opposition to the soldier bonus measure during a Parley debate. Garner andMoodie clash as Republicans push to vote in caucus. Page Eighty.
In New York an impending labor dispute looms as Actors Equity talks falter. Samuel Gompers may meet Albert Da Courrille and EngHak pro ncer while a London run brings UK actors to New York for a musical comedy. Drastic action is threatened if British performers join the union.
Reports from Tampico indicate that the Wonk MEXICO CITY plant has indefinitely suspended operations. About a thousand workers are to be discharged immediately, informed by Yarbles after messages from New York. The action follows unclear industrial advisories and affects men in the area.
Fragmentary OCR shows a list of special agents including Glenn Roop Chas D Minor and A B Cole related to a comfort in Tito promotion death and declaration of independence to the family at Office 203 Bethlehem building.
Wanted investors sought for immediate permanent and large profits in a new business line. Individuals with sales talent preferred to invest and take active interest. Reply by postal address to P O Box.
Proceedings recount a year-old dynamite explosion at a Wilts Branch Coal power plant owned by Wilts Branch Coal. George Laffey and Ady Wore testified about theft of dynamite from Roxmire’s two years earlier. Noted defendants faced charges, pled not guilty to murder, and argued about immunity for testimony. Jury heard testimonies from C. Summerfield and others as part of the state’s case and defense.
Nell Bells trial for disorderly conduct was moved from 1 pm to tomorrow at 9 am after a City officials conference. Two inmates of the bone war alaant were also rescheduled for 9 am tomorrow. Mayor W W Conaway and Attorney L C Musgrave were involved as Attorney Albert Korn was absent.
A campus debate led to a student ban on jazz related smoking and indoor social events. The move aims to reduce unneeded bodily contact and curb disturbances during gatherings.
A flot east goming to Liashere in office for Dakota about delock thie mortins soon had a guy of deputies speeding toward the scene. Officers arrived finding drunken men and a moonshine operation. Arrests included Jack Sarawak Tevele Buedr Mike Theek Steve Griek John Week and Tang Vora. A quantity of liquor was seized and the scene moved to the county jail for processing.
The Rev Hording Hughes was found guilty of murder in the death of Mrs Anns McKean last May in Mount Ida Arkansas. The elderly defendant faced a jury and was convicted today after a lengthy trial.
The Salvation Army plans a series of revival services led by Adjutant Myre of the Paterson Citadel. Evening meetings begin at 8 o clock with nightly services through the week and open air rallies at a street corner. Indoor service at 3 oclock on Sunday follows a week of nightly sermons with themes such as The Poor Horses and The Great Judgment.
Morgantown experienced nearly four hours of disruption after a freight car derailed near Outing on the Baltimore and Ohio line from Pittsburgh. The morning Pittsburgh train was delayed until 9 39. The Pullman interurban line was tied up for hours yesterday after a car derailed leaving Clarksburg. Passengers had to transfer to a replacement train. no injuries were reported.
Pittsburgh publisher Barney Dreyfuss owner of the National Baseball Club declined an invitation to attend a hanging in Missoula Montana. The invitation was extended to him by Pirate scout Frank Jones who arranged the event citing a need for rest after preparing the National League schedule. In Missoula Jon Yukovitch convicted of murdering Mrs Jerry Bueavhors was hanged earlier this month after a calm farewell and stepped to the gallows with a firm stance.
Amid a bitter feud over moonshine pricing, local bootleggers face rising tensions as authorities and competing producers battle for control. Edward Tize, albitious, and Moran claim high profits drive violence while lawmen seek clues to curb trafficking and protect priced consignments.
An announcement from Des Moines Iowa reports the appointment of Dr. Rawnon as successor to Ranson Hae in the Iowa Senate. Born Des Moines May 2, 1867, Rawnon is a brick and tile manufacturer and longtime bank director, former state Republican Central Committee chairman, WWI veteran, and former gubernatorial candidate who withdrew before Europe deployment. Governor Kendall announced the appointment amid internal party speculation and prior talk of a rival bid by Mr. Rawanson, with Rawnon’s wife Clara Mubbard noted in Des Moines. He will fill the vacancy created by Judge Walter Salth’s death and join the Eighty-ninth chamber, bringing extensive public and business experience to the seat.
Washington Feb 17 with an OUL record vote the house today passed and sent to the senate the annual Interior Department appropriation bill carrying 296000000 dollars. Previously a motion to eliminate provisions for the offices of Surveyor Central in some states was voted down 213
Hamilton, February 17. Allegheny County superintendent of schools announces retirement plans. The official states resignation will take effect upon completion of current term and emphasizes service to district students despite staffing changes.
The document reports a noon meeting with references to many names and places including Indiana, Pennsylvania, and district numbers. It mentions votes and constitutional points, with names like Prentine Carll Proton and Keevey. The clipped text includes quotations and partial sentences about reactions and positions.
A Pittsburgh man faces a death sentence after a court overruled earlier motions. The proceedings included delayed testimony and references to previous cases, with jurors deliberating amid tense courtroom atmosphere. Further appeals are anticipated.
A fragmentary report notes a man used fowls during a week in Missouri. The brief mentions illness and a test, with unclear references to Aixa and haba.
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