27 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1915
Page
1
The Grand Jury returned 95 indictments for rioting and murder tied to the four day strike probe. Names were not read. the court postponed identifying the accused until Monday or later. The probe and surrounding unrest involved unions, local officials, and militia readiness in Farmington and nearby counties.
The district announces a special evening assembly at HGH High School under Superintendent George Tl. Wabenk. Attendance is requested for tonight to discuss faculty, seating, and improved facilities with a plan including new apparatus and a charity program.
President Wilson has practically decided not to allow a special session of the Senate to consider the Colombian and interoceanic treaties. Opposition from Republican leaders makes the call unlikely, and the President expects nominees for the Senate trade treaty commission will be confirmed before March 4.
The report outlines a four day campaign by the association to boost membership to 1022, detailing invitations, a large event, and the roles of Bee, rotary Jamon W Teight, and others. It notes mixed responses, with some prospects and members securing complimentary subscriptions while others delayed.
Fragmentary weather notice mixed with a building project update. Mentions increasing clouds and cold, then plans for constructing a new home with a foundation and framing details. Names, dates, and precise locations are unclear due to garbled OCR text.
A fragmented report notes England cannot accept a proposal amid war talk. It mentions Bret Heltala and German actions, with references to American policy and the public mood. The text is garbled but indicates tension between nations and wartime diplomacy.
Washington dispatch notes reports from Mexico describe improving food distribution and aid to the poor. It cites factions and political tensions in Ville Zapata areas as factors affecting relief efforts and overall conditions.
A wartime report notes a German prisoner condemned by a French court for alleged crimes. The article mentions military degradation as the penalty and hints at specifics of the case and accused individuals.
An investigation into the death of Clarence Chandler, a motion specialist, follows a gun battle in which Chandler and companions exchanged shots with a group at a location described as a cabal rigged with weapons. The pistols, loaded with bullets, were aimed to force a surrender as the melee ended with shots fired and no clear outcome reported.
The report notes Judge Mason of Palmont and WW. David of Landgramt as members of a debt commission to negotiate with bondholders regarding Virginia debt. The panel, including Septimus Mall of New Martin and others, is empowered to seek settlement with state approval and discusses secretary appointments and commission duties.
Fragmented, garbled report mirrors wartime dispatches as Tussians claim town in the Caucasus while Allied forces report German raids and naval movements. Containing references to Dardanelles and East Prussia, the text portrays ongoing global conflict framing.
Fragmented OCR text describes a legislative session in Charleston WV, mentioning registration law action, party names, votes, and a proposed constitutional or statutory change. It references a vote tally and a resulting proposal, with unclear names and places due to garbled characters.
In Charleston West Virginia on February 27 Governor Hatfield vetoed key appropriation measures, citing budget shortfalls and the need to curb spending. The veto targets include 60,000 for Farmory State Normal School, 200,000 for new University buildings, 462,000 for West Liberty Normal School, 965,000 for West State milling, and 40,000 from the governor’s contingency fund, amid broader fiscal debates and attempts to salvage the revenue bill. The move triggers renewed battles in the legislature over tax and spending, with lawmakers resuming debate on income tax and other measures in a tense session.
British report details Austrian advance in Galicia checked by Russian counterattack. Forces recapture Stanisan and Kolomely as Austrians offer resistance. Defense lines shift while Moscow reports progress. local civilians affected amid ongoing border clashes.
Francie M. Wilson of Gorman Md reports the death of Og al merchant in a two week illness during a business trip. Wilson, long a dry goods retailer in the area, operated a wholesale dry goods store on Jack Ear and later resided with his wife in Chicago Deckasid. Survived by wife Bonin Wilson of Tarra Ale and children Wayne Fay Grace Wilson, with relatives in Dungars and Tarra Ale. He conducted wholesale dry goods for many years and was a prominent local businessman known as Glory entered into retirement prior to death. Relatives here are shocked by the death and notes indicate the man was in failing health during the trip.
A local fraternal group hosts a benefit dinner to support community projects. Members discuss plans, urge attendance, and highlight charitable aims amid a social gathering. The event emphasizes leadership, fellowship, and service within the organization.
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