Schools Open After Polio Restrictions Lifted
Health officials announced lifting the polio quarantine and city shutdowns today. Children may leave the city and Saturday events at churches schools moving picture houses and public gatherings resume as normal. Dr Wood and Dr Taumage will report on polio cases and state health experts plan further actions. A Rockefeller Institute lecture on polio is set for Friday at Red Cross quarters for professionals followed by school grade reopens in lower classes.
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Gratton
Orlando
Carroll G. Bull
Rockefel
Diplomat's Trunk Reveals Nighties Laden With Goods
Halifax February 22 A US customs examination of the steamship Frederick VII carrying former Ambassador Von Bernstorf and other officials from New York to Copenhagen uncovers about 200 secret suitcases of clothing. Customs inspectors note a link between cotton and explosives and will review excess garments from German travelers while considering allowances amid scarce supplies in Germany.
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Halifax
Germany
von Bernsterff
Frederick VII
New York
Copnahiagen
Palais
Garmans
Two More Freighters Sail for Europe
Two American freight steamers bound for Europe set sail today from New York. The oil tanker Communipaw and the general cargo carrier Pearl Shell left port for European points, reflecting ongoing U S maritime export activity amid wartime pressures.
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Muroean Pointe
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State v Ruley goes to new trial in circuit court
The State versus Dr. Ruley case moved to a new trial after a delayed morning session due to the absence of the stenographer. Prosecutor Haggerty leads the case while defense lawyers Colburn and Morris from La Crosse represent the defendant. Jurors impaneled include Hawkins, Davah, Keener, Re Heck, Straight, Hagerty, Moore, Fitzhugh, Nizam, Jones, Ferrer, and Bell. The trial is expected to be lengthy as both sides commit to a stubborn fight.
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Dr. Ruley
Yestunday
Becaue
J. G. Holbert
Monongah
Frosteuting
Atorney Haggerty
Dtate
A. J. Colburn
Thomsa Morris
la Cross
Wisconsin
Earl Hawkins
George L. Davah
Ezra Keener
Festus Re Heck
Shard Straight
W. J. Hagerty
T. Moore
K. C. Fitzhugh
Elias Nizam
J. G. Jones
Enoch Ferrer
W. E. Bell
Warrants Out for Farmington Youths
Farmington youths were brought before Justice Conaway this afternoon charged in the theft of a brass toll from the Gas Company. Evidence suggested dealer Iscael Snyder aided the theft, while several youths including Pete Petroff Steve Smith Sammith and Steven Tanovich face warrants and possible hearings.
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Farmington
Juxticn Conaway
Iscael Snyder
Snyder
Pete Petroff
Steve Smith
Sammith
Steven Tanovich
Justice Conaway
Golden Opportunity in Golden Festival
A motivational piece urges readers to seize daily opportunities and reflect on past chances not recognized. It stresses mental awakening as a path to future success and invites readers to grasp a first opportunity highlighted by The West Virginian’s Golden Festival feature.
40000 A Year for the Normal School
West Virginia lawmakers debate the annual appropriation for Fairmont Normal School and other state institutions. The Senate and House bills both propose 36000 yearly for teacher and staff pay plus 10000 for general expenses and repairs. The Senate lists 195000 for salaries at West Virginia University and 450000 for 1819, with several other allocations including 40000 for agricultural extension and 87500 for buildings and land. The House mirrors most items but differs on building funding, proposing 46000 yearly for completing buildings and omitting some constructions. Both include 25000 for the agricultural experiment station. the Senate adds 10000 for farm projects on a 700 acre site.
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Wirelnkt University
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Harny
Bailey boy dies from coasting accident in New York
Blake Bailey two years old, son of Mr and Mrs I A Bailey of Independence West Virginia, died at Palligent Hospital after injuries from a sled collision with a wagon loaded with coal. His family and others were at his bedside. Funeral plans pending, body likely to be taken to Independence for interment. Also mentions the American steamer Philadelphia arriving in New York, last sailed February 14, first liner to depart Europe after the German submarine policy change.
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Germany
Tank Collapse Guards Look On In Brooklyn Water System
A woolen tank holding 28 000 gallons for emergency use in the Brooklyn water system collapsed under the watch of militiamen stationed to guard it at Springfield. An investigation found no evidence of damage to the tank.
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Ohio Governor Cox signs Reynolds bill for women’s suffrage
Telegrams report Cox signs Reynolds measure granting presidential suffrage to Ohio women. Antis plan a referendum. In Minnesota, the House passed full woman suffrage. Montana and Maine show mixed actions. Washington approves a liquor amendment in the House.
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Columbus
Cox Yeatorday
Reynolds
Ohio
ST. Paul, Minn
Honge Yeatorday
Senate
Washington
House
Gerard and Party Arrive in Madrid En Route to U S A
James W. Gerard former American ambassador to Berlin and Nis arrived in Madrid on February 22 during travel to the United States. The report notes his party's arrival and hints at ongoing discussions in the capital. Apple growing is profitable yet challenging, with steady work and care yielding favorable results.
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Madrid
James W. Gerard
Borlch
Nis
United Statea
Fairmont Leaders Visit City on Broaddust Gim Plan
President Hulley and Reverend Wheeler Boggess spend the day in this city outlining a plan for Broaddust Gim. They meet local officials and discuss support, funding, and community impact as part of a broader outreach initiative.
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Hulley
Wheeler Boggess
Prominent ministers campaign for Broaddus Institute funds
Rev Elkanah Hulley and Rev Wheelor Boggess spent a day in Phillippi canvassing for funds toward 160000 for the college’s upgrade to junior college status. Two pledges of 500 dollars and several smaller gifts were reported. A local resident aims to raise 15000 for an athletic gymnasium, pending plans. John Brown, Palatine Baptist pastor and alumnus, accompanied them. Also, Charleston legislative notes cover 1916 measures on removal of state officers, elections, and related procedures with executive powers and a special impeachment court outlined.
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Broaddus Institute
Phillippi
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Philippi
John Brown
Palatine Baptist Church
Service Commission
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Supreme Court of
Supreme Court
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Pride
Four steamers sunk in Teutonic blockade tally
Four steamers aggregating 9 743 tons were sunk as Teutonic blockade measures continued with neutral vessels involved. Victims include a Dutch, a Norwegian, a Russian, and a British steamer, plus a British trawler. Military actions over the past 24 hours remain minor in scope.
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Associated Press
Uniontown Man Among Five Americans Aboard Sunken Ship
The Swedish steamer Skogland with five Americans aboard was torpedoed by a German submarine off Tarragona Spain after ten minutes for crew to abandon ship. Consul Hurst reported at Barcelona that no one was injured and the crew reached Tarragona after 17 hours in lifeboats. One Uniontown, Pennsylvania man named Jay Lewis was among the crew.
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Italy
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