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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
6
An analysis by a bridge engineer weighs repair versus replacement of the South Side bridge. Estimated repair at 716000 with 20 year life contrasts with 860000 for a new bridge and 240000 for court costs, highlighting taxpayer impact and urging immediate action rather than等待 delays.
News from Charlastax reports the Court of Appeals of the state overturned the Marion County Circuit judge Haywons in a landmark decision. The Friends of the new Fairmont Charter hailed the ruling as a major victory, signaling political momentum and potential policy shifts.
Fragmented report discusses potential federal jurisdiction over Fairmont charter case, pending Judge Dayton injunction, and state court route. Mentions opposition delay, Charter seeks cleaner elections, and political oaths. Includes stray notes on local figures, dogs, and campaign chatter.
A jumble of fragmented clippings reports on local figures and events. Mentions include Lewis Asker and Paul in Wheeling area, a Parkerburg meeting, farm conditions, fruit trees, and a weather facing storm in Weston with powerless lines and shattered fruit trees.
A fragmentary notice describes Everett True moving to Morgantown to take special work for the state university agricultural department. It mentions Professor Cook tied to the university and a trial by jury looming, with sensational tales linked to a political advertisement and public reaction.
A fragment from a 1920s column laments local affairs in West Virginia, critiquing political talk and public works. It references bridges, a publicity campaign for youth, and a satirical tone about officials and newspapers.
Dempsey popular local official assumed a new post in Philadelphia and Wayneabury. Residents attend shopping events in Fairmont. Notices list Mrs Liling Merlroy as a caller, and family details. A quarterly meeting at Mt E Church South is set for Saturday and Sunday June third and fourth with services led by Pastor Ro A H Parkin.
A notice promises customers a pleasing hat with a low price, urging willingness to pay. The item emphasizes affordability and ready satisfaction for buyers attentive to value.
The item highlights a new fabric trend with white checks in a fashionable wide stripe style. It mentions a Ninety price and a striking collection of skirts and outfits aimed at a distinct modern appearance.
New Silverbloom Sport Jackets priced at 8.50 each appeal to maidens and matrons of slender figure with smart graceful styling shown in red, green and blue hues.
Fairmont notes list funeral attendance for Gorge Fitzalight at Parmington Monday after noon. Names mentioned include Loreh ami daughter Maw Mary, The Doreas Club, Josephine Huymnad of Paty rmont, Haymond, Sinkney Wilson, Edith Wilton, and visitors John Minonton and J Mumliton. An upcoming Thursday afternoon gathering and a Sunday feature are announced.
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