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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1921
Page
3
Fragmentary items from Viola news recount local Sunday and Monday gatherings, visitors, and family mentions amid broader notes on upcoming events. The text blends church, social calls, and a distant military update, with several unreadable portions and stray names.
A fragmented ad style note describes a musto garden center in town advertising color plans decor and various appliances. It mentions water tanks and models for a young boy and adult sizes with prices from sixty to fifty four dollars. It hints at a sale or promotion on household items and a focus on practical home improvements.
The funeral for James A Binem was held in Tul tay and attended by numerous relatives and friends from Mannington and nearby towns. Relatives named include Mr. and Mrs. Heder Burm, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Sturm, Mrs. Blanche Groyer, and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Lov, among others from Dallas Texas to Farmington. The service featured a large turnout and a tribute to the deceased’s longtime ties to the community.
The notice records a 1924 order of publication in Marion County West Virginia for Mabel Virginia Bonham versus Floyd Leator Honham. It states the object of suit is an alimony and divorce, names the clerk and sheriff, and notes publication every week beginning April 7, 1924, for six weeks. It identifies the court, parties, and that Floyd Leator Honham is non resident.
A fragmented news snippet lists numerous residents visiting family or friends, attending events, or relocating for summer. Names include Howard, Lowther, Winsleyas, Huckhanson, Dor othy Parsons, and Jo Wheeling among others. Several are noted traveling to Morgantown, Wheeling, and Franklin Street with plans to stay a few days to weeks.
Fragmented notice cites John Akron claiming Wall Street ownership while detailing land parcels in 1800 era. Reports on street improvements, building remodels, and a new residence on Buffalo Street. Also notes birth of Frances Jadeet and a Mannington teacher visiting Morgantown with Mulkey relatives nearby.
Public notice in Marion County court calling Dortha Paull to appear for divorce from marriage to Dortha Paull. Court orders publication for one month in compliance with statutory requirements. Clerk L A Cather signs May 10, 1921, with sheriff J Chariton and deputy R Merripllld overseeing service.
In town notes and arrivals Floyd Morris and Mrs L Kinney visit shops and call friends while Ida May Hert and Mert Shroves relocate. Nathan Coal recently married returns to Ida May with new lifestyle details. Michael Berg mentioned in 18th century context amid local business and social chatter.
Fragmentary notice reports Mr Woods purchasing Ninieate farm and a family named Newt planning a move to Wytén. Details are sparse but suggest a local relocation and property transfer with several unclear names and positions.
A terse note reports P D Q addressing bed bug issues with a brief, humorous line about pests. The fragment hints at a comic or lighthearted reference rather than a formal event, leaving the exact actions unclear but confirming pest control effort.
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