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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1915

Page

3

Barnstown M E Church Triumph in Close Baptist Game

Barnstown M E Church team the First Baptist Church finished a tight contest with a final score close to 6 10% in favor of the home team. Amams hit a home run and added two RBIs, with Metz Schaude Amama collecting key hits. Biscoe also homered, while tied bases and errors shaped the late innings. Snow disrupted a ballgame abroad as a Colorado summer card notes a snowstorm interrupting attendance.

Barnstown M. E First Baptist Church Ankron Tegood Amams Biscoe Metz M. ‘Meus Hiscoe Keenan Banstown Umure Zeke Daria

Mine Workers Hold Meet In Charleston

Extraordinary convention of United Mine Workers District 17 opens in Charleston West Virginia. President Tar Cairns calls for investigation into charges of funds used in the election of Vice President John Dunlopgham. If sustained, officers may be unseated and a new election ordered as delegates arrive.

Charveston W. Va United Mine Workers of America Tar Cairns John Dun‘pigham Tao

Recognition of the occult and life as a sculpted career

The author argues occult studies have roots in fact and that opposition often stems from misinterpretation. It notes the lure of the unknown, praises serious inquiry, and cites London Globe. It then warns that life’s career is shaped by self-examination and effort, urging readers to act as their own sculptors, then mentions Greece’s rugged landscape and a film scene in a Grand showing.

Court Upholds Bar To the Jitney Bus

CHARLESTON West Virginia June 23 The Huntington jitney bus ordinance which abolished those conveyances in that city has been upheld by the Supreme Court The Court refused the Peterman petition for preemptory mandamus to oust Dr Nunamaker from the Williamson council It ruled that he is entitled to serve until June 20 It passed no opinion as to his rights after that The City of Davis was ordered to hold the regular annual city election on a petition of mandamus Jessie Jamison has returned from Morgantown where she had spent a day with friends

Charleston W. Va Supreme Court Peterman Nunamaker Williamson Council Davis

You Cant Deny It Campaign Document

A compact statement asserts the newspaper acts as a complete campaign method reaching a defined audience regularly and consistently, denying any link to external advertising schemes. It emphasizes direct reach and persistent exposure as core strategy.

How to Clean Marble Finish with Home Mixture

To clean marble mix three ounces of pearl at one pound of whiting and three pints of water. Boil ten minutes then rub the paste over the marble and let it stay for 24 hours. Tub off and dry with a clean cloth.

Another Side To The Case From The Street

An elderly man argues the case of a wife doing her own shopping and housework versus a wife who uses delivery services. A younger man counters by noting his wife has a houseful of children and does her own work. The exchange ends with a remark about libel and a suggestion to try a want ad.

Guilty Plea in Bootlegging Case Sentences Pitzer

Jack Pitzer pleaded guilty to bootlegging and received two months in jail and a $100 fine from Justice of the Peace M. R. Musgrove. The state was represented by Prosecuting Attorney Tosca Mortis with attorney French McCrar aiding. The report references unrelated remarks about Russian clergy and officials, noting white clergy who serve parish churches and black clergy who work in monasteries.

Jack Pitzer Justice of the Peace M. R. Musgrove Pitzer French McCrar Tosca Mortis

Elephants Describe Varied Sounds and Newborn Baby

The article explains elephants vocalize through trunk and throat to express fear pleasure want and displeasure. It notes a peculiar sound used to deter intruders produced by a quick trunk snap. A birth is announced: a son born Monday to Rew and Mrs. C. E. Goodwin in Mannington with Mrs. Goodwin formerly Miss Nan Loar.

Rew C. E. Goodwin Mannington Goodwin Nan Loar

Feud at Ascot Track Sparks Raceyard Rumors

Reporter Hugh Fullerton recounts a chaotic Ascot California race meeting. Rumors accuse Charlie Van Loan as the culprit while a junkman dumps cash near stables, prompting protests and a chaotic scene as officials intervene. The piece notes disordered betting, visitors lingering for extra winnings, and suspicions of foul play amid unstable conditions.

Why Don't You Get In the Public Square

The Public Square of Fairmont is described as a busy hub where thousands daily meet and move through the principal stores and places of business. Advertisers are urged to use West Virginian to reach the shoppers gathering there for tomorrow’s plans.

Fairmont West Chant West Virginian News Boys

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