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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
4
An excerpt argues against a third party influencing U S politics, warning it could help Democrats regain the White House. It references Chicago discussions, Progressive coalescence, and fears of party realignment undermining electoral outcomes.
Government operation ends and private leasing begins for 83,370 acres of coal bearing land in the Bering river region and 13,990 acres near Antd. Los Ajatriche area transfers toward private ownership with limits on coal bearing food and river field sections. Ownership decisions affect interior Fk. Lane and Malanuska area while rail land sales are not retained.
The report outlines terms for a government back coal deal with a 56 year supply tied to a 2 ton payment schedule and a 5 percent royalty, plus reserved area protections and a required foreseen investment for local market developments. It notes congressional debate on sea shipping coverage and the defeat of an amendment governing ownership and operation of the fields.
A fragmentary Chicago era column lampoons the looming Republican and Democratic conventions, editorial wars, and press drudgery. It notes reporters scrambling by wire and telephone, editors anticipating a storm of campaign coverage, with West Virginia weather and national figures teased in satirical fashion. A mix of names, places, and political buzz forms a snapshot of fevered preconvention atmosphere.
A Washington summary dated June 4 reports Republican contenders Robinson of Gratton and Cornwall of Romany shaping the party’s next steps. It covers political forecasts, patronage moves, and remarks on candidates like Madden and Dingess, plus notices of alumni events, appointments, and the Democratic state slate.
An excerpt laments or mocks a political nomination and uses archaic phrasing to discuss public action. The text mentions "mustraxe headanat ure" and contemplates social unrest, war messaging, and provocative language.
A garbled historical column blurs politics and social reform, naming figures like Philagalph and Mackie Trius while musing on alimony, courtship, and revival meetings. It hints at European conflict origins and references a B. Tow chunk of windy spirits, closing with B C Musgrave.
A fragmented story from Wollaburg notes Ray Curtis as owner of four young coyotes seen near the broths, possible taming challenges, and one chained animal. The piece also covers Decoration Day reflections, Civil and Mexican War relic windows at the Oration Sentinel, a state financial report showing total state funds around 1.317 million dollars, and court actions impacting liquor transport on railroads. Also mentioned are local property sales, court debates, and ongoing interest in history and politics ahead of upcoming events in May.
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