08 Jul 1921
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1921
Page
1
Fragmentary market notes describe pessimistic miners and retail buyers amid weak demand. References to Virginia and local sales suggest subdued activity, with prices around 150 dollars mentioned amidst uncertain figures.
Coronet head Frank commes at View Point as Judge Nathan Smith, a Connecticut senator, is described in old school dress. The column quips about fashion, references 1835 death, and parodies social foibles including anecdotes on rent, elections, and reformers.
Britain signals readiness to discuss Far East issues with the United States Japan and China and to disclose details of potential forces involved. The move aims to ease tensions and clarify positions amid global tensions in the region.
Wiltmnas Smith, a colored driver, faced a fine for driving without a chauffeur license after a collision at the corner of Matu and Madison Avenue yesterday afternoon. He argued brakes failed while attempting to escape the crash, which involved Miliedna Sacoba as other vehicle. A warrant was to be issued for Rock Conator on charges of driving resulting in a prior similar accident at the same location.
A mystery surrounds the drowning of William Stubbs an 11 year old colored boy at Mine S backwaters near the West Fork river Coroner Prank A Lioy to hold an inquest. Parents Mr and Mrs Pred Stubbs await details as witnesses report other boys ducking near the Stubbs party and currents dragging the boy away. Father hastens to town and seeks investigation while conflicting accounts arise about who first found the body and how it was removed for funeral arrangements.
In Chicago in July Peggy Hopkins Joyce was awarded $1,850 in testimony and $27,600 solicitor’s fees plus $12,500 for court costs and maintenance. The awards were filed in reply to a suit seeking dissolution of their marriage and related financial obligations.
Belfast reports describe a deadly riot in Kent field Boltam area where a constable was mortally wounded as crowds gathered and attackers moved through nearby houses after police disturbance. A Bosething party visit sparked the unrest, with heavy excitement and rapid clashes noted.
John Coleman Hood, age 13, of Clarksburg, died at St Mary’s hospital after an appendectomy. He was the grandson of Alfred Hood and Mrs Elles Straight. Survived by father, several brothers and sisters, and relatives in Clarksburg and Albuquerque.
Baltimore dispatch reports Senator Smoot, a Republican leader, was left off a luncheon guest list with President Harding. Smoot demanded a quorum gap, causing the party to pause the conference as the roll call stretched for about 20 minutes while guests waited.
Coroners jury finds no new light on the double shooting that killed James Romano and Fravino. Witnesses describe a night at a Dorchester home where the two men were guests. Romano died in a backyard, Fravino three days later at Cook Hospital. Jury members include D. B. Snider and Charles W. Robinson.
Deputy Sheriff Charles Kausmarlob otr was shot and killed by bootleggers after a traffic stop near OTICA. Two bootleggers were wounded and transported to a hospital. The incident followed several nights of bootlegging as officers pursued the suspects.
Route official will pass through Clover Leaf with Vice President Gould of the To xedo, Bt TLonts, & Waters railroad aboard. Train 62 departs this afternoon for Fairmont, then an Oaks Park excursion on Sunday July 17. Special fare is $1.02 with no war tax. return train leaves Oak Park at 6:20 p.m.
Sheriff Charlton reports a cache of whiskey seized last night after a car was found with a Pennsylvania license and two men identified as Max Goldaum and Alex Nowell. The car’s owner and exact role remain unsettled as officials pursue further statements to clarify the case.
Local churches undergo redecorating in Newark with Grace Lutheran drive for funds. Ray J. Buckley’s absence delays work as the organ project proceeds, foundations laid and brick walls rising. A large derrick and heavy girders arrive on site as work continues toward October readiness.
Sh erriff assists Nick in retrieving a vehicle amid county office disruptions reported this morning. Alleged involvement centers on car exchanges and driver activities linked to a local bus operation and unnamed officials.
Pittsburgh cashier Charles A. Davies, assistant cashier of the Tron and Glass Dollar, charged with embezzling about $13,600. Authorities report $3,600 already recovered. case proceeding in Pittsburgh.
A fragmented Muskegon item reports allegations of risky behavior by a lay associate and women in bathing attire seen on downtown streets and stores. The piece references bathing suits and a police presence, with unclear names and a formal swearing-in context.
The fragmentary text mentions names like JEN M and Gray and potential references to places or entities, but the readable content is severely garbled. No coherent event, date, or outcome can be established from the legible portions.
July 2 Pittsburgh reports the loss of a third bridge over the Allegheny River in a rapid fire. Firefighters fought the blaze as 300 yards of bridge collapsed into the current. The 1888 bridge, acquired by Allegheny County for 165,500, was destroyed.
In New York on July 8 a religious demonstration attacked Wall Street with a banner urging Christian principles. Thousands of protesters joined Omar Rodebeaver and a mix of men, women, and children marching past offices and factories as evangelists campaigned across the city. About 2600 more campaigners from diverse groups joined in other parts of the city.
In New York on July an unnamed liner’s silence sparked an amnesty dispute after officials suggested piracy may have influenced communications. The vessel reportedly carried 60 paw wangara as questions rose about radio failures and search efforts.
In northern Austrian Tyrol a mountaineering party of nine was trapped by a snowstorm on a high pass and forced to spend the night exposed. Two climbers died of frostbite while the others suffered injuries to arms and feet.
Authorities seized a cache of moonshine and mash after a search at a home near Beveh Pine. The operation yielded multiple stills, whiskey, and fermentation gear, with the raid conducted by the sheriff’s party between Bow Gum church and Fwilio’s hall.
John Dee Spry marks his 82nd birthday at Tarre town on July 8th. He plays golf in the morning despite the heat, appearing in good spirits and staying active daily.
A garbled weather note records a nightly low of 71 degrees and a high that exceeded last year’s record by two degrees. It mentions a bright sun near dawn and a 20 degree temperature at an early hour, but the text is distorted and difficult to parse.
In early July, three firefighting planes crashed or failed while battling forest fires across New Brunswick. All three incidents were traced to mechanical issues or operator errors and prompted forest authorities to suspend air support as crews continued ground firefighting efforts.
Otis W Varner a prominent Macara Villa resident is buried today after a funeral at the church. The 42 year old husband and father is survived by a widow and several siblings with services conducted by Rev Curtis at the local church.
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