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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1920

Page

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SE RVATION AMENDMENT IN LEAGUE PLANE RECORD

The record notes an amendment in the league plane concerning the girls. Names and places are unreadable in the provided text.

Curfew Declared for Loafers in Fairmont City

A city notice orders a curfew for loafers in Fairmont, threatening action against loiterers. Police will patrol streets tonight and enforce the measure to curb lawlessness after residents urged safety at a recent meeting.

Fairmont Lontans Dave Bolcar Pirie Idlore

Viator of Iff Wthopula in OMT Gl Cupid Attacks Aviator Scene

Cupid was up to the air yesterday in a dramatic, non figurative sense as his arrow pierced the heart of Captain W. L. G. Smith, piloting an Aero plane. The shot struck Miss Mary Mooney, a popular Fairmont woman in the front seat, leading to an emergency landing in Morgantown before continuing to Pattier Keeney of the Catholic charity in town.

Cupid Nis W. L. G. Smith Mary Mooney Fairmont Morga Mon toWn Pattier Keeney

Untimely Extinction of the Clover Croquet Club

An illustrated club match recounts a chaotic afternoon with Mercer and Cunningham in a croquet duel. The tale unfolds with missed shots, frantic rallies, and a spirited crowd, as players argued over scores and a dramatic final play that led to a tense finish.

Wronz Mercer Cunningham

Thomas Connell Selected as Chamber of Commerce Manager

Thomas Connell prominent Knights of Columbus member and former Monongahela railroad agent has been chosen as manager of the Chamber of Commerce. A board meeting is planned for tomorrow at 1 30 pm to confirm the recommendation after consultation with chamber members.

Thomas Connell Monongahela Rairoad Isee Enterhe Ralroads Pairmont Chamber of Com Connell Charmber Connel Fube Knights of Colanbas Bic

Democratic delegates debate McAdoo bid at convention

The report outlines the Democratic convention’s struggle over a McAdoo nomination, noting anti administration factions and Palmer Cox Davis and Harding as potential dark horses. It details committee debates, planks, and labor issues ahead of late balloting as delegates assemble for the fourth day.

Rigkey McAdoo T One McAdo Davis Marshall Meredith Harding Cateans Ramore Bryan Pat Continand Ted Prem Tle Senator Walsh Maxsach Widingstor Vercailiea WJ. Bry Jan League of Nations Passon Walon Wey Sdalnsticion

Rotary meeting discusses plan to advance local chapter

At a Rotary Club session John Burchinal introduced Grafton businesspeople and stated they supported a Rotary movement to establish a line in town. Brief club reports covered attendance at the international convention in Atlantic City last week with nine to ten thousand Rotarians. delegates from Fairmont numbered four or five. Gus Mack Hugh Stoith and J E Watson Jr gave brief reports while Trevey utter and Mr Brown spoke longer on convention deliberations.

Rotary John Burchinal Grafton Roary Cer Town Atlantic City Fairmont Gus Mack Hugh Stoithnd J. E. Watson, Jr Trevey ‘Utter Mr. Brown

Gov Cornwell Had Monopoly of the Speech Making

Governor Cornwell drew criticism for dominating public meetings and campaign events, leaving little room for rival voices as he outlined policy aims and defended his record. Local observers noted he seized the spotlight at key gatherings and formal addresses.

Gov. Cornwell

Nebraskan Declines to Commit in Nomination Fight

Fragmented chatter from party factions shows Nebraskan decline to commit as discussions swirl about candidates and strategies for the forthcoming nominating process. The piece notes tension between supporters of McAdoo and Harding era plans, along with calls for prolonged balloting and coalition building to influence the convention outcome.

Pythians Dinner Attendance Expected at Mt City No 18 Lodge

About 100 members are expected to attend a cafeteria supper tonight in Mt City No 18 Lodge rooms at the American Building in Como. Attendees will enjoy a social hour or two and refreshments.

Cacateria Supporinho Mt. City Amercan G23 Como

Meeting of Mine Foremen and Fire Association at Moose Hall

There will be a meeting of the Mine Foremen and Fire Association to be held at Moose Hall Saturday evening July 4 at 7 30 All certified men are requested to be present.

Mont Monona division rail cargo and wiring delays

Five hundred empties expected on the Monona division as United States Railway Express Co begins required press and UK posting. Mc Valley Traction received difficult cable reel. Cagey Construction moved gear via Thomas' truck. Fairmont road foreman of engines heads to Washington for assignment, with Atlantic City excursion noted and embargo discussions affecting Fairmont shipments.

Monona Balaemore Accadl United States Railway Express Company Cagey Construction Company Re Construction Acord Fairmont Dirk Washington, D. C Clifton Forge Alleghany County Norfolk Bulterve William E Accoma Atlantic City

Wanted at once youth needed for supply work

Wanted at once a young man for rough service in Seeee area between $3 and $5 per day. Apply immediately at local office for pattern and assignment details.

Laborers Wanted at Loweside Dr Kimner Yard

Good wages offered to laborers applying at Bro. Lumber yards located at 208 Norfolk Ave. Addressed to workers seeking steady pay, the employer invites applications for immediate hiring at the Loweside site near W. Vs. and Dr. Kimner.

Loweside W. Vs Kimner Norfolk Ave

Increased Water Rates Take Effect in Fairmont Today

The Public Service Commission approved higher water rates for Fairmont. The city will gain funds to upgrade the reservoir and other improvements. The base charge rises by about 3 dollars per year, first 35 000 gallons use climbs 3 to 40 cents, and manufacturing and other rates rise by 8 to 70 percent depending on water usage.

Fairmont Public Service Commission

Girls Have Fine Time on Trip

Delegates from Fairmont attended the industrial girls rally in Oxford Ohio sending letters home. The notes describe the early program and activities including hiking tennis baseball and field events. A plantation stunt was staged by Fairmont groups last Saturday night to close the outing.

Fairmont Deelgates Comesay Oxford Ohio Eto Fairmont and Iligations

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