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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1916
Page
4
The West Virginian criticizes immediate bridge expansion efforts as short sighted, arguing municipal finance deserves the same care as private firms. The paper defends prudent civic enterprise while noting The Times commentary and urging cautious support for public works only when fiscally sound.
Early returns showed Judge Ire Robinson defeating Abe Lilly in the Republican primary. Experts expect the final margin to land between five and eight thousand votes after all ballots are counted, despite a bitter campaign and neutral editorial stance by The West Virginian. The paper pledges support for Robinson in the general election.
Judge Robinson stands as a strong Republican gubernatorial hopeful with a record that earns respect within the party. John J. Cornwell, the Democratic nominee, is seen as the strongest opposition candidate, a capable and seasoned campaigner. The contest between two high-caliber figures is expected to hinge on party issues and a clean campaign.
A Marion county man Hon. W. Fleming of this city secured the nomination for Congress from the First District defeating J. C. Hearne of Whealing. Fleming ran a quiet steady campaign and the result honors Fairmont and Marion county. Neely will oppose the Republican candidate in the general election.
Washington news reports the ordination of Dennie O'Brien of Martinsburg to the priesthood at Belmont Abbey in Belmont North Carolina. It notes his return to St Joseph's and St. Mary's in Wheeling and describes accompanying attendees and church assignments. The article also covers votes on naval and defense measures, a bequest to a Cedarville church, and a safety train stop in Wheeling. It mentions Senator Chilton's resolution on Syrian relief and Mannington cemetery records.
Local notes report on political figures, post office issues, and proposed federal legislation. West Charleston growth prompts a central post office plan costing 160000, with Mount Hope mail service under consideration. West Virginia workers and government clerks appear in broader civil service and war department discussions.
James M. Hines of Philadelphia, a traveling salesman, died yesterday afternoon at Cook Hospital after illness during a business trip. He came here, fell ill, and was moved from his hotel to the hospital. Relatives were summoned, including sister Mrs. Mary Connelly of Pittsburgh, who arrived and stayed until his death. He suffered from a cancerous affection. Undertaker R. Jones trans- ported the body to Philadelphia tonight.
A Fellowavilla resident, employed at a family steam flouring mill, recounts how a four and grain stockpile stood ready for sale to greedy speculators at high prices before the frost. The mill manager refused access, keeping limited parcels unsold to prevent price manipulation and protect local holders.
Judge Charles W. Lynch hints at seating the court again in September unless an extraordinary call arises. Grafton’s edge for central location and ground for encampment is praised by Sentinel. Charles N. Bond, Cebu province superintendent of schools, visits Charleston on the way to the Philippines. Three wills filed in Martinsburg include Col. Isaac V. Johnson's, drafted oddly on scrap paper. June 4 1859 frost disaster recalled as seed for buckwheat and grain speculation era in what is now West Virginia.
I F Williamson father of Mrs Por y Bruce and Mrs James Lyons of his city died suddenly Tuesday at his home in Grafton. His lifeless body was found in his bed by family. He had dropsy for years and believed to have caused heart failure. He was 73 and survived by his wife and four children. He formerly ran a grocery in East Park.
Chautauqua plans dominate the first week of July with Redpath Chautauqua in town led by John Harkins advance advertising. Dora Phillipe and the New York Concert Band anchor a program praised as magnificent while local citizens sign on to bring the event home. The piece also notes political chatter about Chicago nominations and the year’s conventions amid lighter social notes and health hints.
Mrs William Talkington visited Fairmont Monday for her daughter Opal now in Cook Hospital after appendicitis surgery. James Orey and the Hibbs and McConnell families attended events at Dents Run and St Leo. Levee territory leased, new well on Denis Hannes site sparked excitement, Simon Moore farm well due this week, and local residents, including Haught and Hibbs, appeared at gatherings and on juries.
Tom Buckley says he did not vote for prisoners and adds a cryptic note about toons and friends. The remark suggests confusion or a misprint and lacks clear context or attribution to a formal vote. Further detail is unavailable in the fragment.
A compact excerpt presents the thinker Amiel's line about home and duty, warning against excessive self depreciation. The selection reflects themes of inner worth, piety, and balance in life with a religious undertone.
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