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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
8
The page recalls Leo M. Frank awaiting Georgia execution amid doubt over his guilt in the Mary Phagan murder, with public petitions and appeals noted. It also marks the 100th anniversary of Napoleon's Waterloo battle, detailing the clash, maneuvers, and ultimate defeat, ending with Napoleon’s exile to Saint Helena.
George Wilkin United States ambassador delivered the commencement address at the university exercises on a Wednesday. He urged graduates to continue their studies beyond alma mater and to dedicate themselves to their duties to God and humanity. A contrasting warning quoted the biblical line about a man being called that night to account for his life. Guthrie stated that there were ...
Governor H. D. Hat announced there will be no extra session of the Legislature unless developments indicate necessity. He cited Supreme Court findings reducing West Virginia’s debt claim from about 21 million to 12.49 million and said he could see no reason for an additional legislative session at this time. He noted no detailed comment on the court’s ruling but promised further remarks if needed.
A jumble of wry notices and stray facts: quips on marriage and reputation, Italy banning gorgonzola exports, and light trivia about winter and summer resorts. Wandering bits touch on boxing champ Jess Willard, crime in Columbus, and humorous misstatements about travel and finances.
A fragmented notice from Parkersburg dated June 16 reports local mood and events. references to regional water supplies and weather, a peace discussion, and a joke about gold digging in corm fields. The piece notes a bridge of letters used to form a wordplay about districts merged and staff transfers within the regional revenue districts.
Local officials publish guidance on how residents should pronounce the town’s name to ensure accurate usage in media and official communications. Officials emphasize respect for local history and cultural context in pronunciation.
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