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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
7
A fragmentary local report discusses health department actions during a smallpox scare in Fairmont. It notes concerns over adequate provisions for treatment, staffing at the Kopper plant area, and calls for seriousness from doctors and officials while urging vaccination and public safety.
Fragmentary lines describe a traveler’s mythic journey through a foreign land marked by fear and gloom. Phrases invoke a bleak atmosphere and characters named Hastert Duckworth and Bobbeven, suggesting an overseas tale of peril and discovery with vague origins.
The Times discusses a push to rapidly reorganize Fairmont’s Chamber of Commerce to elevate city industry and commerce. It notes support from citizen volunteers, the need to repeal alliances, and plans to recruit messengers to spread the reform message. It also mentions editorials, public debates, and ongoing political conventions in the region.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions health, a person connected to an office, and a political decision process. It references names and roles in a confusing way, with no clear events, dates, or outcomes to anchor a coherent news item.
A Rosenbloom letter from Mannington urges voters to support a fair campaign and warns against pre election promises. He defends his record, critiques bonds for roads and local governance, and calls for adherence to old laws. He also comments on district funding and the need for transparent, prudent public spending.
Correspondent reports on Chicago Mayor Thompson, nicknamed Big BoI, and his role in the presidential contest. The piece describes hotel delegations, a tense atmosphere at Congress Hotel, and hints at a Chicago fundraising effort labeled the million-dollar Chicago fund.
A garbled stream of names and references describes Chicago convention activity with mention of Florence, Garfield, Sherman, and Henry, plus watchdogs like Chief Garrity and Hiram Johnson. The piece notes hotel costs, political celebrity chatter, and delegates arriving from many cities to shape the presidential campaign.
Fragmentary OCR text from Cumberland area notices references names like Dolley Sharer of Bedford Street Cumberland Maryland and vague phrases about betting and a Crane's Deug. Limited readable facts include a person at 40 Bedford St Cumberland MD and scattered references to letters and remedies.
A fragmented, garbled excerpt extols full value for every dollar spent and a strict one price policy. It highlights fairness, equal treatment, and predictability in pricing. The text then meanders through vague seasonal imagery and mentions pleasures of summer, weddings, vacations, and other life moments, concluding with August references.
The piece urges a versatile wardrobe for summer weather, noting that many days require quick changes to heavier pieces. It promotes stocking wool fabrics, suits, serge frocks, and sturdy coats. It highlights a sale on suits, skirts, frocks, and coats with discounts to attract buyers.
A chatty fashion note discusses year round wear for women, praising gingham frocks for summer and the practicality of cotton fabrics. It mentions stock garments like gingham rocks and drooped embroidery, plus silk items and summer footwear and outfits for a vacation mood.
A 19th or early 20th century essay extols gentleness as the strongest魅 charm for women. It argues that a kind, soft demeanor and attentive home life surpass beauty in attracting and sustaining happiness, urging Courageous gentleness and love as powerful, natural aids without artificial aids.
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