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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1921
Page
9
The readable lines hint at a literary piece titled Jespecially Now by Baron Broley. It mentions themes of raiment state of being and a world gone mand with references to hotel clerks and Brides and Briders in a cryptic, experimental poem from 1921.
A dispatch from Washington reports that federal workers are spreading propaganda amid proposed government reorganization. Protection laws shield them, complicating dismissals and fueling tension as industry groups push for changes while officials argue whether current service levels justify keeping or removing staff.
The Charleston commentary notes the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruling on Governor Morgan’s martial law in Mingo County. It says the court merely states the law, leaving the state government powerless and prompting calls for renewed appeal to the War Department. Additional remarks touch on postwar Europe and diplomatic postings, with critique of officials and comments from Syracuse University on capital regulation.
A brief record notes 100000 men in New York are connected to the United States army and navy service during World War I, with emphasis on returning veterans and postwar unemployment concerns. The exact phrasing is garbled but centers on wartime service and economic aftermath in New York.
June 6 notice promotes an industrial track meet in Fairmont by the Industrial and Physical Department. Ten to twelve plants expected, with up to 20 entrants per plant. Eleven events total including relay, walks, jumps, shot put, and tug of war. Prizes include wool bathing suit, gym shoes, and gym jersey. Entries due by June 23. ribbons for top finishers and a champion banner for the leading plant.
A garbled page reports political talk about a senator race, a board meeting and a comedy act by Joule Fuden. It references St Louis and Atlantic City gifts, odd local items, and a mix of nonsensical phrases, with unclear names and dates.
In a local notice and testimonial style article readers are urged to try Vernolak laxatives and tonics to combat chronic constipation. The piece thanks residents of Boongah for support and mentions Mr and Mrs J W Cain and Peymont Pharmacy as local points of sale.
A strike sweeps the area as workers walk off the job impacting production. Parhipa written references hint at high brow copy and temper in negotiations, with top suggests upcoming bills and potential billows in the sector.
The undersigned express gratitude for the kindness and flowers shown during the illness and death of Grandin Tane Wiley. Signed by WM. R. Ice and family, Lakin Pritchard, Mrs. Anna Long, 402 State Street.
Editorial comments on federal reorganization criticize the process as a balance of power. It argues the aim is to streamline government by reallocating bureaus and agencies, reducing special interests, and advancing overall public welfare.
A reader testifies that after four years of bloating and poor eating a doctor warned against surgery. Mayr's Wonderful Remedy, obtained through a druggist, relieved inflammation causing stomach and intestinal complaints including appendicitis. One dollar guarantees satisfaction or money back at local drug stores.
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