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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1920
Page
7
A fragmented discussion portrays Fainmont's civic leaders and a local motion as slackers while urging unity with the chamber. The piece covers town pride, professional groups, and calls for civic mobilization amid debates on progress and public works. It also touches on early radio experiments and the push to modernize town life.
The article argues the Consolidated Civic committee aims to assist municipal authorities rather than interfere, noting its potential to improve health and sanitation through municipal research bureaus and volunteer civic support. It discusses city hall access to such assistance and compares to broader national political conventions and public policy debates of the era.
Fragmented OCR text references Jeury, sprint event winner at a Chi con test, plus scattered mentions of October events, campaign managers, and political chatter. Coherence is limited. key names and events are obscured.
Reports describe varied opinions on aerial trips around Derrackville and Fairmont. Witnesses note conversations at Union Store about attending a moving picture and taking photos from above the city while veterans claim flights may cure a head cold. Major C A Knap mentions testing flights to combat ailments.
The Appellate Term ruling in a Brooklyn appellate case upholds state rent and eviction laws as a valid exercise to protect public health safety and welfare. Justices weigh the federal constitution against state public policy and assess whether the restrictions contravene contracts while emphasizing public welfare over private property interests.
The text lists wartime facts: adoption dates, submarine losses, veterans’ benefits, and manpower figures. It mentions the Veterans of Foreign Wars founded twenty one years earlier, the American Legion, U S. Navy composition, and military pay to veterans. It references Allied cooperation, shells produced in 1918, and peacetime army plans alongside U S government war obligations.
Fragmentary discussion notes the gable power of reparation in an early monopolistic case with public interest. The text suggests potential court action in Washington and predicts the case will likely end with a final disposition.
Chicago June 12 Joseph XM Sanders of West Virginia spoke at the Republican convention praising Howard Sutherland as a dependable candidate to meet the nation’s crisis. He argued West Virginia’s strength in industry and coal ranks. praised fiscal reliability and loyalty to the Union.
An advertisement argues that advertising lowers selling costs and prices by expanding demand and volume. It calls advertising the collective salesman, noting magazines, newspapers, and door-to-door sales as cheaper, broader methods. The piece cites brands and the overall logic of efficiency and sales growth through advertising.
During the special sale period our Salt stock offered larger sizes to accommodate patrons. We have always carried sizes for all figures and display the range in dresses coats skirts blouses and more for service and comfort. If you cannot find a ready to wear item in a popular size, please visit again to inspect our specialized options.
A fragment notes a large shipment of Niagara Maid Hose to Fairmont merchants. Buyers hurry to purchase as many women recognize the quality and value. The piece hints at appealing prices and widespread demand among shoppers.
Practical guidance on food digestion noting fried foods are harder to digest than boiled or roasted options. Fruits are mostly healthy but overconsumption can be counterproductive. Oranges are highlighted as easily digested. Emphasis on moderate meals, avoiding overeating, and drinking hot water before breakfast to aid digestion. Includes warnings about weak stomachs and maintaining strength through proper nourishment.
A fashion notice highlights bathing suits and summer outfits. It promotes a new shade of fabric, mid summer garb, house frocks, organ ruffled hats, skirts, and organza hats. It mentions White Wash Skirts and the Shar-Strmk line, with new gowns and organza hats debuting from the workroom in vibrant colors.
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