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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
1
Groups of faders clash as a power struggle unfolds within MO SE UNE. Local factions maneuver for influence, challenging leadership and setting the stage for a tense internal contest with shifting alliances and strategic moves across key events.
A fragment notes someone being disliked for resembling Wilson. It mentions unlikely comparison and tone suggests editorial caution about likeness. No clear event date or location is given. The readable text centers on the second person’s resemblance to a named Wilson figure.
West Chicago dispatch reports Moelem(en) and CTA delegates show split backing for Wool. Ten delegates may vote for Wool on the second ballot, with twelve to fourteen on the third. The convention mood edges toward Wool despite lingering dissent.
The forty ninth annual commencement of the Fairmont State Normal School was held this morning in the Normal school auditorium. A class of eighty five graduates, both young women and men, attended. Ideal weather marked the event as the auditorium displayed garden flower decorations and draped American flags. The program opened with a Marche Slave selection by Harriet Schroeder and Lucie Hilferny. Reverend Hoy J. delivered the invocation and spoke on the pupil’s moral and religious obligations and progress in training for citizenry, praising the school’s work and the contribution of the Normal pupil.
Fragmentary text notes satisfaction from all factions with the sanitary committee work. June 20 reference appears, but exact details unclear.
Early this evening leaders in the Chamber of Commerce drive will report on progress for the session at 7 20. Information will be available for publication today. The drive aims to raise funds and memberships with expectations of surpassing the target. Team captains and workers were out early, reporting satisfactory progress and urging continued effort.
Diamond Products Corporation advertises a 1919 Chevrolet Roadster described as in good condition. Contact via phone S82 for more details. Local dealer highlights available vehicles and trade options.
Job listing from Fred Ley Co Electrical Dept seeking a stenographer for a two week temporary assignment at Hickman Ru Norwood. Apply to Fred Ley Co for details and start date.
A large crowd gathered at the Normal school for a class play. The judges praised the work as interesting and well performed, marking the event as a notable success for the students and faculty.
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