This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1916
Page
1
The Chamber of Commerce debated a $900000 city bond for bridges and related improvements. Critics urged postponing action, calling for further study and joint talks with traction firms railroads and county court before any election.
The West Virginian editorial calls the proposed 900000 bond plan for Monongahela river bridges and city improvements unsuitable in its current form. It urges public service corporations to contribute to costs and suggests citizen committees consider a businesslike approach if official bodies fail to act.
A chaotic pursuit ends when Chief Harr chases a reportedly intoxicated man through Locust Avenue and down into Hillcrest, with bystanders ducking for cover as the fugitive eludes capture. Harr vows to pursue the culprit, claiming to have lost weight and shoes in the chase, and promises to identify the man later.
Mrs Anna Brand marked her seventy fifth birthday with a dinner party on the twenty end of June for eight guests including P G Brand and John Brand. Attendees included Calvin Gould Brand Far slegion Miss Pearl Gould Will iams Town Miss Nellie Poling Masuligion and Miss Sybil Brand with Mr C E Stillings from Downs. The menu featured dishes prepared by Mrs Brand with produce grown on her own farm. Decorations included lilies and June roses. Auntie Brand received many gifts and greetings as the gathering enjoyed the afternoon. A P G Club meeting planned for the Political Equality Gish at 8 pm at the Women’s Building with all members urged to attend.
Washington dispatch reports that American cavalrymen captured at Carrizal by Mexican troops face a slow release amid high tension with Carranza. Officials expect a formal Mexican reply by Thursday while mobilization of National Guard accelerates. State troops move south. Navy provides refugee accommodations as discussions warn of possible hostilities and broader border action.
Notice calls on young men to join the guard reporting to the armory tonight. Several vacancies exist in local companies.
The county court discussed issuing licenses for various businesses as most applications arrive by tomorrow. Auctions in front of the courthouse were continued inside amid talk of relocating due to ongoing hearings. The trial of constables Satterfield Michaels and auctioneer Melvin Damner for obstructing trade proceeds with a continuance to prepare proper defense.
The West Virginian contest narrows as hundreds of nominees are whittled down to a few who show real promise. Districts 1 and 2 reflect quiet interest while the paper notes potential prizes and cash salaries for active members, with subscriptions bringing votes and commissions.
Charleston June 21 returns on the vote for governor have been canvassed in most counties and certified to the secretary of state. Judge Robinson holds a clear majority with about 9837 votes, with McDowell County excluded where the margin is smaller.
National Guard companies H and I of the regiment will assemble at the Jackson street armory to await Charleston orders. Adjutant Layman reports from General Bond that all First infantry companies must assemble by six. Movement suggests readiness for Terra Alta and possible border deployment to Mexico.
The Fairmont Hospital Association held its first call meeting at Cook Hospital at 2 30 PM Friday. Reports from committee chairmen were heard and a social reception followed. The executive board met to review Nurse's Home work and renovations under hospital direction. Kemble White was elected judge in the circuit court in the absence of J S Haymond.
Observer P. Hall notes today's temperature around 62 degrees with yesterday's clear conditions. Maximum reached 68 degrees and there was no precipitation reported yesterday.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.