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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1920

Page

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Murder Trial Aboard Maiala Case at Agerty Mines

The trial follows a fatal shooting in the Maiala mine store room after threats by Major Neely. Witnesses describe the victim, Pechedia, crumpling and bleeding from a neck wound as state prosecutors argue murder in the line of duty. The defense claims fear and self defense, with testimony continuing as the case proceeds to page four.

Bainzio Maiala Pete Ia Thomas Scott C. Lowe Pechedia Fairmont Major Neely Edda Maiala Haggerty

Fairmont Pride and Promoter s High Claim

A fragmented verse extols Fairmont and its boosters praising local industry and identity. It references coal ships, the town’s pride, and a pledge to work and promote Fairmont far beyond its borders. The piece reflects booster rhetoric and a call to collective effort for the town’s fame.

Fairmont

Banquet Tonight Sparks Arete Cog Move In Fairmont

A chamber of commerce rally gathered 65 of 75 members, with 300 seats prepared for a dinner at the Ypeeny Eran church to launch a push for chamber reorganization. Two year memberships at 10 dollars are offered as business leaders back the Chamber as the city workshop guiding industry and financing ventures.

Chamber of Commerce Ypeeny Eran Fairmont

Piano Tuning Expert At Wheeling Store Two Week Visit

R. P. Hawley, renowned piano tuner from Wheeling, is in town for two weeks at Davis, Burkham & Tyler in the Fairmont Hotel Building. Call 1671 to arrange your Fiano tuning service during the visit.

R. P. Hawley Wheeling Davis, Burkham & Tyler Coy Fairmont Hotel

Convention Keynoter Opens Republican Gathering in Chicago

At the Coliseum in Chicago on June 8 the Republican convention began as Chairman Hays appeared to cheers and led the gavel bang to order. Senator Lodge was introduced as temporary chair, amid protests from some delegates, and read his speech from a manuscript after disruptions.

Associated Press Chicago Roder Hays Charles B. Woodcock Louisville Chays Will Hays Republican Party United States Ublican Party Union Senator Lodge Chauncey M. Depew New York Myrorm T. Herrick Ohio J. B. Hume California Henry Cabot Lodge Senator E

Lodge Fights Mexico Policy as Wilson Plot Probed

Senator Lodge denounces Wilson and the Treaty amid a Republican attack on the administration. He calls for firm U.S. action in Mexico under the Monroe Doctrine and warns against government by a single man. He argues for tariff reform, anti profiteering measures, and national production to curb costs.

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Party Leaders Decide Best Man to Concentrate Strength

Party leaders debate who should be the best man to concentrate their strength at the convention. The discussion centers on choosing a candidate who can unify factions and lead the group to success in the upcoming political event.

Four Month Jail Sentence for Cachauch Case

A four month jail term was imposed for Cachauch after a Supreme Court decision clarified exceptions in the case. The defendant was involved in an assault on Sir Ivanne Morris last January and a stay of execution of days was granted pending ce es.

Supreme Court Ivanne Morris

Lowden Leads in Illinois Convention Stakes Amid Ballot Countdown

Chicago, June 8. As the Hoover following lingers, Lowden's national prospects gain slightly while Illinois Governor Lowden shows strength in party influence. The convention faces a choice among few viable contenders with professional leaders backing Lowden, possibly shaping the first five ballots or pushing into next week.

Chicago, Sr Lowden Illinois Missouri Pose i Ave

No Change Seen in Candidate Line Up at Convention

Thousands queued outside the Coliseum in Chicago seeking jobs as delegates to the Republican National Convention. Reporters described crowded lines and tense expectations among hopefuls as doors prepared to open, with speculation about the makeup of delegations and party support in the run up to the event.

Associated Press Chicago

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