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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1921
Page
3
A jumble of society notices from Fairmont and surrounding towns details a forthcoming wedding, arrivals and travels. Guests include families of Wellington, Jochom, and Prichard, with invitations extended for a June 16 ceremony, while local clubs host meetings and church groups outline programs and decoration days.
The Farmington church community marked the annual Decors ion day with a twelve o'clock dinner attended by eighteen people. Mrs Hagar Oil from Mor wantons, Mrs Vincent, and granddaughter Abtuelina Vincent were among mourners noted. The host Wasemneh was missing from his usual presence as friends prepared a fitting tribute to him.
A garbled reader quiz lists ten biblical questions covering Egypt, prophets, Solomon, Jeroboam, Ananias, Pontius Pilate, a Rome title, companions, the prodigal son, and the Pharisee and publican parable. It includes a later note claiming yesterday's questions and a partial commentary on biblical verses and events.
A group including Mrs Mina Martin and Thomas Anckley along with James Walton and Myrtle Carroll Powell traveled from Pittsburgh to Waltarpport for the May thirtieth celebration. Clyde EB. Hensen of Fronbhurg attended, returning home Monday. Burns Carroll of Pittsburgh reported on his trip with his mother Minch Carroll. Local relatives George Bury, Henry Baumenn, W. Wittmer and others joined the events at various homes during the May festivity. Major Randolph Biagaker and spouse traveled from Deverney for the ceremony and returned home the same day.
The event labeled as Howard Class Night will be held at the high school auditorium. Doors open at 6:15 PM with an admission of twenty five cents for general attendees and thirty four and fifteen cents for students, featuring a program including fashion show and prophecies as described, with entries running from start to end.
Mrs. Eddy, widow of Linne Eddy, aged 24, died Saturday evening at home in McCurdyville after illness. A pioneer woman in the vicinity, she leaves Shetha, widow of Linne Eddy, and four years ago, with extended family.
Mor Dahby Valeting and McCurdynville residents are listed for a burial tomorrow at tanlo o'clock with services by Rev Saude Ha King. The body will be carried to Woodlawn Cemetery after private family rites, following the death of Mrs Kealth on May 30. Her attorney from Walnut Avenue, Glenn Hamilton, is noted among the attendees.
The Wa Grocery Company announces resolutions adopted May 2 2921 to dissolve the corporation and liquidate its assets. Shares are to be distributed pro rata among stockholders after debts and obligations are paid, with final notice to be published in a general circulation newspaper near the principal business office of the company in West Virginia.
A brisk description praises box and side pleated skirts that pair attractively with new sports blouses and sweaters. The outfits are described as smart summery and made of good quality material, highlighting coordinated, stylish ensembles.
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