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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1916
Page
4
The piece critiques a push to end state printing contracts by private publishers, linking compulsory education aims to lower costs with political activity by publishers. It notes reaction to reform, mentions Roosevelt and Wilson era figures, and reflects on 19th century rhetoric and 20th century political campaigns.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Kansas legislature appropriation of a quarter of a million dollars for a state school text publication project. The plan includes a Hooke plant patent, distribution for profit to cover depreciation, and a 4 percent interest on the investment. The text is garbled but indicates public funding for state textbooks.
A fragmented batch of state items covers Maryland automobile law chatter and West Virginia incidents. It mentions Martinsburg and Parkersburg locales, legal actions, court cases, local incidents, and a flood-control project linked to Randolph and Tucker counties. The report notes a condemnation petition by Assistant Attorney Harry Byer for 18,062 acres to aid Monongahela River navigation and flood prevention.
The article outlines a controversial claim that a political figure is hailed as savior of China. It notes divisions between conservative and progressive factions and references prominent names and roles, including a vice president and military leaders, amid unspecified events and tensions.
A reader defends personal reputation amid grand jury indictments related to a bank affair, asserting innocence and demanding fair proceedings. The letter laments delays due to illness, pleads for a clear opportunity to present the case, and warns against public misjudgment while urging readers to consider the broader moral and civic stakes.
Court notices list Bults instituted with Charlee BH Boowellys James J Allen et al in chancery and chattelry. Attorneys named R J Abbaticho and Harry Shaw for plaintiffs and others. Deeds filed include transfers by W L Freeland and Arilai Fremland for nominal consideration, Grand Opera House Company to EC Miller, and a grant district land deal for $7000 involving Middletown.
The article urges young people to join political campaigns, stressing courage and pluck. It promises volunteers social rewards, increased self confidence, new friends, and a possible cash salary. It suggests campaign experience can fund education and a better vacation, framing participation as character building.
A garbled stream recalls a Chicago gathering, West Virginia links, and political chatter about conventions, health talk, and a Martinsburg newspaper. It mentions a $8000 certificate, Palm Beach travel, and Japan power figures, with scattered names and odds and ends of events.
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