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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1916

Page

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Local Robbery Case Ties Up Clark County Court Proceedings

The article details a string of thefts at a carnival and nearby stores with victims including Merrill and Lanham, who were arrested and held on warrants. Investigations involve Deputy Sheriff Tom Bickle, court actions against Merril, Lanham, and others, and a forthcoming trial date likely set by Prosecuting Attorney Walter Vinexirty. The ongoing probe links multiple stolen items, including watches, razors, jewelry, and candy, to a broader scheme tied to Clarksburg and Far n stores.

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Campaign headquarters planned for new Lis Hirst church

Early plans call for a campaign base to value the Lis Hirst Dreshstorlan church building at 350000. The campaign committee will open on Saturday next week June 24 with a large canvass to follow Monday morning. Officials emphasize no details will be released until preparations are complete. The effort aims to attract business leaders for support and to secure the fund-raising push.

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European War Highlights From PARTE June Coverage

June 18 dispatches report heavy German bombardment of French positions near Verdun and Vosges fronts. Austrian and German forces clash near Przeworsk and Bukow while Rome notes a surprise Mont Falcone attack yielding hundreds of prisoners.

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Encampment Plans For Fairmont National Guard Units

General Bond plans a July encampment for two Virginia National Guard regiments in Fairmont. Preparations include ground assignments, logistics, and unit drill schedules as the two companies prepare to reach full strength. The army party will arrive, with Layman coordinating duties and Sargent Shatsurly to assist. The event aims to assemble machine gun troops and integrate companies into the regiment by late July.

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Steamboat Marion Dredging Visit Reported on Rivers

A fragmentary report notes the steamboat Marion here for dredging work along the Monongahela and Tygarty valleys, with operations near the riverbank expected to continue into the afternoon.

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Two U S Soldiers Killed by Mexicans near Rio Grande

Report from Laredo Texas dated June 18 describes an attack by Mexican bandits crossing the Rio Grande about 40 miles southeast of San Antonio. Two U S soldiers from Fort McIntosh were killed and several wounded after a border patrol clash involving troops of the Fourteenth Cavalry under Major Mongo Grey.

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Impeachment-Like Trial Wary of Whiskey Charge In Worthington

A.B. Atkinson of Worthington faces charges over whiskey distribution as witness stories unfold under oath. Constable Harry Ommavey cites truth and courtroom pressure while Walton Haggarty prosecutes. Mrs. Atkinson and others are tied to allegations, with warrants issued as proceedings center on alleged whiskey selling at the local scene.

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Heart Gave Out While Family Was Away

A 62 year old man died yesterday afternoon, his family away when the heart failure occurred. Relatives in Penneylvants will arrive home today. He was a member of the Polish union of America. Funeral services and attendance details follow.

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Abbott To Take Role As New Manager At Fairmont

In a shifting leadership move at the Shaw Bota Company, Manley Viotor will assume managerial duties from Watson today. Abbott is slated to oversee both the American and European operations, including the sleeping rooms and service areas, while the Watson position will be filled soon from within the staff.

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Robinson's Majority Stands At 288 After Primary Returns

The count from Hendy County shows Robinson leading with 59,509 votes versus Lilly's 69,281, a difference of 10,? the provided OCR fragment is garbled. Robinson's overall majority sits at 288 after Tuesday's primary returns.

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Robinson Gains in Recount Amid General Election Confusion

The recount in Morgantown reaffirms Mary Gredr leading for governor amid disarray and disputed ballots. Officials report Robinson gains, but exact totals are unclear as results from Union Paw Paw Lincoln districts await final tally with potential adjustments.

Public Speech by Telephone Plan for West Virginia Holiday

The Merimont Chamber of Commerce announced a statewide celebration of the founding of West Virginia with a telephonic speech by Hoeydlury Carlow Bahn. A formal gathering will be held at the local Chamber Four and other interest groups will participate. West Virginia citizens expect a nationwide holiday June 20 with banks closed and local commemorations.

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Isaac Eddy Dies at McCurdysville Home

Isaac Eddy, a 78 year old resident of McCurdysvilla, died at home. He was survived by his wife, two children, a brother, and sisters. A funeral service will be held Friday at 10 o clock at the McCurdgyville church with interment in the town cemetery.

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Fragmented Convention Report With Uneven Attendance

A late afternoon political gathering in St Louis featured a disjointed program as many tutors failed to arrive. The crowd listened to performances, saw officers named for permanent posts, and watched plans for nominating a ticket unfold amid a mix of songs and cheers.

Bootlegger Faces Immunity Talk in Seven Month Delay

In Worthlagion a bootlegger known as Ayah Klaner is reported croUphS to the city amid a warrant for salting Memm in jail and trial. John Zoiniacki faces charges for shipping 20 quarts of whiskey into the state without proper labels, arrested by Harry Connor at Montana. The town also notes a regular meeting of Dent Fiiva No 70% Ludlew of the Modern Mus dean at their ball with deputy presence and a trip by Evan to Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Columbus as delegates from the Ladies of Modern MacaPend era review continues in the city.

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Weather notes for Virginia region forecast

Local weather readings show bright skies and clear conditions. Temperature today: high around 70s with a nightly low near 64. No precipitation reported.

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Rich Rewards for Hustlers in the Seven Thousand Club

The Seven Thousand Club promises rich weekly rewards for hustlers with hundreds of dollars per week, distributed by The West Virginian among teachers and readers. It touts prizes from automobiles to phonographs and merchandise, urging readers to join now and recruit friends.

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Battle of Cape Mondéong Portend Light USS Oregon In News

Fragmented OCR reports from a wartime notice describe a naval clash near Cape Mondéong involving the battleship Oregon and other vessels. Survivors, orders, and rescue efforts are noted as ships exchange fire and small boats pick up survivors amid confusion and danger.

Conference Office to Bee horoby woth Dalnie yeti Chapel

A fragmentary note suggests a conference office and a chapel named Dalnie yeti face potential loss or disruption. The unreadable text limits clear details on the event, location, or responsible entities. No concrete outcome or dates can be confirmed from the available readable portions.

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