Union Officials Opposed to Harding Proposal
Washington July 14. John union leaders oppose President Harding’s arbitration offer to settle the strike and plan to report to associates in atom control that the move will be rejected. Cincinnati July 14. Representatives of the Consolidated Coke Company asked federal troops be sent to Miersville, Ohio, to handle a coal mine dispute involving a 290 cent price issue. Washington July 14. Coal operators promise a conference with Secretary Hoover to prevent smaller groups from advancing prices beyond the recently fixed limits.
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Fashington
John
Hardy
Roups
Gincinnati
Miersville
Ohio
Tne
iSgnter
Hoover
Shingson
Uonunion
Ballots for Mary Required in Primary Election Plan
Ballot commissioners prepare the primary ballot stating that the number of BB votes will be twice the Republican and Democratic totals from the last election. Last time 10,101 Democrats and 12,004 Republicans were cast, guiding current ballot orders.
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Tewice
Main Street Riot Reported At Police Headquarters
A frightening scene on Main Street drew 25 to 30 people outside Martins drug store as ira Smith described how 2000 industrial ants attempted to stop a June hue from entering a hole in the pavement. Police officer Thomas Ford led the ensuing investigation with reporters present.
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Main Street
Cail
Thomas Ford
Ford
Martin
Ira
Smith
Firefly Portrait of a Gallant Courtly Figure
A fragmentary verse sketch likens the firefly to a gentleman of a nocturnal court. It contrasts his gentle glow with bold, impatient drivers and the forest canopy. The nocturnal imagery cycles through references to dusk, jewels, and the animal’s steadfast lights.
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Holdscourt
Church Picnic at Benton's Ferry Attracts 500 Expected Attendees
Today the Presbyterian and M B Church plan a large outdoor picnic near Benton's Ferry with shuttle service from the church. Over 100 picnickers were present at 1:30 pm and more than 24 autos are ready to transport attendees. Prizes will be awarded in greased pole climb potato race sack race 100 yard dash pie throwing and a swimming race. A unique demonstration by church members is promised.
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Presbyterian Church
M. B
Pioni c
Benton's Ferry
Relief From Scar Shortage Noted In Local Region
Relief from coal car shortages reported in Northern West Virginia as production rose. Six more mines active, 319 cars loaded in district by 116 operations, but rail lines still strained. B&O divisions showed mixed placements with 84 of 102 empties used on Mongatn. Morgantown & Kingwood gained 38 cars.
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West Virginia
Isegal
Mongab
By & O
Charleston
Morgantown & Kingwood Railway
Morgantown & Kingwood
BH. & GQ
Maryland
Monongahela
Baltimore Sleeper Service Cut Back Amid Strike
Amid the shopmen strike, the Fairmont Baltimore sleeper departure 9 30 p m was cancelled and will not be extended for the present. Berths for 44 must be secured via the Columbus Baltimore sleeper or Wheeling, with the Clarkesburg Washington sleeper removed. Train 55 to Wheeling will be discontinued after today, and Train 55 to the East at 1 85 p m was cut yesterday. Most B and O trains ran late today, while Trains 11 and 12 between Cincinnati and New York will shift terminals to New York and Parkersburg from now on.
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Baltimore
Wheeling
East
Pittsborob
Ciancinnati
New York
Cincinnati
Parkershuts
Chauffeur Arrested Over Whisky Seizure in Brooklyn Truck
New York July 14 a chauffeur unable to lie was arrested after 660 bottles of rye whisky were found in his truck. Onlookers in Brooklyn spotted the truck bearing a placard about carpet cleaning and repairs while the officer questioned the driver who admitted whisky was inside.
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New York
Brooklyn
Washington Coal Operators Set for Sunday Meeting
Soft coal operators nationwide plan a 7 o clock Sunday night gathering at the Hotel Washington to report on responses to President Harding's coal wage proposal. Most operators oppose the plan citing district unit settlement and old war scale issues, while Northeastern Ohio may accept as is. editorial pages in major cities praise the administration for attempting to end the strike.
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Harding
United States
Washington
Washington D. C
West Virginian
Ohio
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Hardins
East
Plant superintendent resigns his position at Parkersburg plant
William J. G. Reimmuth, longtime manager and then superintendent of plants at American Creamery Co in Parkersburg and nearby sites, resigns to join American Milling Co in Peoria Mo. He leaves for Frederick Mo after eight months with the firm and has been praised as a skilled dairy and ice cream plant manager. Safety meetings planned by the local company will cover accident prevention and treatment with programs organized by James Duffey and Howard Woodward.
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William J. G. Reimmuth
American Creamery Co
Parkersburg
Fairmont
Robinson Ice Cream Co
Marion Brewing Co
Frederick
American Milling Co
Peoria
Reinmmth
Gatland
Cooleville
Ohio
Mois Cuits
James Duffey
Howard
Woodward
Department Quan
Ben
Miners Die as Dynamite Wrecks Open Shop Mine
Whitesville West Virginia July 14 one man was killed and ten injured when cars carrying workers to the Mosdue Collery Co mine at Mashdue were wrecked by a dynamite explosion. Henry R Curtis was killed and Francis Curvas, Isaac Martin, Charles Freeman, Harry Aberhard and others were injured. The mine operates under an open shop plan since June 1 with about thirty five men employed. Police and federal marshals investigated but made no arrests.
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Whitesville
W. Va
Qnarl
Mosdue
Henry R. Curtis
Charleston
Francis Curvas
Charles Freeman
Isaac Martin
Jeg
Harry Aberhard
Mosdué Collery Co
Mash Due
Cameron
Lewis
Levady
Mosine Collery Co
United States Marshal’s
Cabinet Holds Busy Session On Rail And Coal Strikes
President Harding and his advisers met to discuss the rail and coal strikes. Postmaster General Works raised mail disruptions caused by the strike while Attorney General Daugherty refused to discuss the nature of a telegram. Hoover and Davis prepared proposals for arbitration and Weeks planned possible federal action to sustain interstate commerce. J P Noonan of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers warned against sending troops, saying it would hurt efforts to resolve the crisis.
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Washington
Harding
White House
Daugherty
Hoover
Davis
Weeks
J.P. Noonan
International Brothernod of Electrical Workers
Siz
Chicago
Mtcher
Restoration of service on West Virginia Northern Railway
Charleston July 14. A complaint was filed with the Public Service Commission seeking restoration of passenger and freight service on the West Virginia Northern between W Kingwood and Tupnelton. The claimant, J. McClellan of Kingwood, a merchant, alleges passenger service has declined to discontinuation and the Rowesville freight station has halted operations, while the line remains cut back to Garlands total.
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Charleston
West Virginia Northern Railroad
W. Kingwood
Tupnelton
Public Service Commission
Jo, McClemnan
Kingwood
Rowesville
Beach Flappers Banned From Huntington Streets
Huntington July 4 mayor Floyd Chapman issued an order banning beach flappers from street parade in the Wad ing Beaches district. Sirens with low necks must stay off public thoroughfares unless fully covered. Police ordered to arrest mermaids in disrobing bathing costumes seen on sidewalks amid protests over rights to wear latest swimsuits.
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Huntington
W Va
Floyd
Chapman
Chapmn
Bradway
Annette Kellerman
Barracks Taken by Insurgents in Limerick Fight
London reports Kilmerlock barracks in County Limerick captured along with the Free State garrison. The Republican Dispatch claims the ceasefire accord with the Free State signed at Clonmel is broken and fighting continues in the city and brigade area. Casualties: four Free Staters killed and five wounded. four Republicans killed and six wounded.
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London
Kilmerlock
County Limerick
Free State
Arma
Clonmel
Limerick City
Limerick
Woman May Be Murder Victim in Baltimore Case
Baltimore crowds view the city marive as police pursue identification of a murdered woman found at the Rolling Tread golf course. They suspect Carmella Sarraco of Fairmont as the victim, “the coal-legging queen,” with ties to bootlegger Rosett and a missing-state inquiry spanning Fairmont and New York.
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Baltimore
Marive
Catonsville
Garmelia Sairnta
Fairmont
W. Va
Rolling Tread
Baltimor
Carmella Riraco
Water Street
Aftet
Carmella Sarraco
Sarraco
New York
Iso
Rosett
Pijr
Italy
Snider Ain
Pittsburgh
Monly
Shorty
Haltimore
Tribute to Judge Baker by jurors at Va. court
Jurors in the United States District Court at Va honored Judge Baker on the present term by selecting John Z. Miller to express appreciation. Miller praised the court for impartial justice and fair treatment of all observers, hoping for continued wisdom and fairness. Judge Baker thanked the jurors as the court planned three more days of sessions with most criminal cases already completed.
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Bles
Ws Va
United State District Court
Baker
John Z. Miller
Miller
Jwors
Honow
Isok
Cam
Jodes Baker
Renma
Four Arrested in Murray Shooting Alarm
Four men are jailed after a shooting at the Trusko home in Murray. John Buckley faces felonious assault charges for shooting Joe Tukso Steve Prétail and Elle Fracem are jailed on alk1ue charges Nick Rose held on drunken disorderly and threatening to kill Joe Trubeo hospitalized with a shoulder wound in stable condition Sheriff J D Charlton alerted and responding near dawn The incident stemmed from a liquor party and a feud over Moonshine Mary police expect further arrests in connection with the disturbance
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Murray
John Buckley
Counly
Joe Trubeo
Buckley
Trheko
Mary
J. D.charlton
Howe
Trusko Boms
Global
Reid
Mlean
Trusko
Interference With Miners Charged in Montreal Case
Charleston dispatch reports two Montreal men charged with interference with miners and contempt of an injunction. Judge Gow Mculintic set July 21 for a hearing to explain why they should not be held in contempt. The case involves alleged intimidation and threats tied to the Montreal coal company and local factions.
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Charleston
Gozw
United States District
Tion
Nand
Swith
Jeane
Walking Out Monday Amid National Injunctions
A chaotic report notes troops may be deployed in parts of the country amid a strike. President Harding remains silent on the wider labor dispute while governors contemplate calling state forces. Railroads face pressure as committees seek a settlement with union leadership amid petitions and stalled negotiations.
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Northern
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Grable
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Way Union
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