Civic committee reviews streets and sanitary rules in Fairmont
The biweekly Consolidated Civic Committee visited the north side streets Pennsylvania Avenue and Robinson Street, noting conditions near Dunbar Street. They urge owners to fix hazards, request weekly reports from the sanitary officer, and discuss anti-spitting violations. The group vows stronger enforcement. A later note invites downtown opening dance at Traction Park.
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Mra
Lehman
Sanhary
Ens
Pennsylvania Avenue
Ropinson Street
Commitee Reporter
Dun
Dunbar Street
Maurer
Camplatention
W. H. Spedden
Seeport
Satterfield
Gigi
Mennim
Propin
Neery
Hiss Winfield
Pose
Resolutions Adopted at Republican National Convention
The Republican National Convention adopts resolutions denouncing Democratic unpreparedness for war and criticizing policy failures. The text praises constitutionally grounded government and condemns attempts to undermine the nation's foundations. It cites war costs, high taxes, and economic hardship as outcomes of Democratic leadership.
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Democratic Party
Europe
Hoover emerges as potential dark horse in nominating race
In Chicago June reports, Hoover gains attention as a possible nominee, with his managers signaling a nomination by Judge Miller. The scene notes backroom betting and shifting support among Wood Lowden and Knox factions as delegates jostle for position amid a split Republican landscape.
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H. N. Rickey
West Virginian
Chicago
Borah
Hearst
Hiram “Jonson
Pat
Blutt
Roosevelt
California
Resolutions Committee
Wood
Lowden
Evols
Penrose
Dark Horse
Sproul
Peraista
Knox
Pennsylvania
Hoover
Miller
New York
Johnson
Three Republicans Nominated In Tumultuous Convention Session
The big three Lowden Johnson and Wood were nominated amid noisy demonstrations on the floor and gallery. Charles Wheeler nominated Johnson triggering cheers while Henry Allen praised Wood. Frank Knox and Mrs. Robinson seconded Wood with praise for his Roosevelt era leadership.
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Associated Pres
Beto
Charles 8. Wheeler
California
Johnson
Conv
Wilson Tion
William G. McAdoo
General Wood
Henry Allen
Kansas
Frank Knox
New Hang
York
Theodore Roosevelt
Dorothy Disney
Muskogee
Okla
Oklahoma
Lowden
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Wood
Douglas Robinson
New York
Knox
The
Rough Riders
One Hundred and Fifty More Men Needed in Chamber of Commerce
A call to Fairmont citizens to join the Chamber of Commerce urges enrolling one hundred fifty more men within twenty four hours. Leaders stress unity over corporate factions and emphasize public participation for the city’s future development and growth.
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Fairmont
Chamber of Commerce
Poutine
Chamber of CoCamerce
Becanee
Chamber
Benn Vibra text? unclear in two week notice
The readable fragments mention Fred T. Ley of the Electrical Department at Hickman Run Norwood. The rest of the text is garbled and provides no clear event or action.
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Fred ‘T
Reckless Banter From Aboard A Military Ship
A garbled dialogue scene features Captain Pickering and Thad entive discussing childbirth and family size with absurd exaggerations. The speaker ponders whether his wife would consider him for twenty one infants, while others react with nervous humor about the strain.
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Gm Young
Mr. Young
Adam
Wake up call for square dance at Traction Park
A notice invites old timers to a square dance at Traction Park Saturday night July 12. The event promises folk music and a community gathering for residents to socialize and dance together.
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Traction’ Park
Falling Block by Hearing Falling Block
Robert White, an employee of the Koppers company at their construction on the East side, may be implicated in the incident.
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Robert White
Koppers. Company
Glarksburg Firm Boys and Marion Mill Change Plans
Fragmentary notes show Glarksburg firm and Marion planing mill making changes to property and leadership. Details about ownership, payment, and which member takes charge are unclear but indicate organizational changes.
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Glarksburg Firm Boys
Marion
Republicans Convene to Name 1920 Presidential Candidate
Associated Press reports Chicago June 11 as Republican delegates gather to fulfill duties and name a standard bearer. The convention proceeds amid platform debates and strategic voting, with metal delegates still holding sway over the nominating process.
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Associated Press
Chicago
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Consolidated Civic Committee
Civic
Woman's Club
Bo Sel Court House
Pire
B. S. Butcher
Rs. Glennis
A. L. Lehman
Traction Prk
Tabies
Reaty Plank
Chance
Lane
Man
the Ahern CO
Cleveland Ave
Monongahela
River Bridge
John F. Casey Co
Chang
Bos Ei
Porbiy
Ats
Tse Tae
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