Charter case looms over Fairmont election fight
Reports from the Supreme Court indicate the charter dispute between local proponents and opponents remains unsettled. Judge Williams granted a temporary measure, delaying action until the court rules on the merits this fall. The decision could affect the upcoming sales charter vote and Fairmont’s governance.
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Specord
Nally
Charleston
qugMeley
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RS Cim
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Fket
Tall
Fairmont
Sales Jadew
Dadstop
Yester- Aude Willams
P Wiliams
Felrmont
MEXICAN MUCKERS AND HOMELESS DOG CRACKDOWN
A fragmented editorial mix denounces Mexicans and calls for sweeping action against stray dogs blamed for health and crime concerns. It advocates harsher measures, including removing homeless dogs to a “polyond,” amid broader anti immigrant and anti dog rhetoric.
Pest Plague Press: Gypsy and Brown-tail Moths Threaten New England
A Pittsburg Sun summary notes public concern over moth pests invading New England, with calls for licenses to protect police and dogs during hunts. It reports quarantine actions across several states, the spread risk into New York and Pennsylvania, and the elusive search for effective controls or disease solutions.
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Cornett University
Connecticut
New York
Pennsyvanis
West Virginia
Massachusetts
New England
Roses
Holland
Engand
Pittsburg
Editorial on National Readiness and Army Resignations
The editorial argues that while Americans favor peace, national preparedness is urgent. It urges Secretary of War Garrison to allow army officers to resign for top roles in private ammunitions manufacturers, to boost wartime production capacity. The piece stresses strong support for private industry to equip the nation for potential future belligerence.
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Globe
United Tall Dust
Matlo
Germany
Mexico
Shia Lates
Bizerta
Uncle Sam
Roverment
Y. Herald
Right to resign cited in army reorganization debate
The Times discusses arms makers and the army facing resource strain amid reorganization. It notes Secretary Garrison seeking a legal opinion on officers resigning in peacetime, while emphasizing officers would serve in war and that all competent personnel are needed.
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Garrison
Driving at Russia and Berlin's War Problems
A New York Press analysis argues the Russian retreat from Galicia continues with minor rearguard actions while German legions blunt Russian advances. It notes Berlin faces difficulties in both western and eastern fronts and contends Russia’s vast routs remain a strategic challenge for Germany.
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Russia
Galicia
Berlin
N. Y. Press
Pension Reform For Civil War Veteran Johnson
Washington notes report Thomas F. Johnson of Alexander Upshur county may receive a $320 back pension plus future payments after years of contesting a deserter record. Officials cite earlier 1880 law and later statutes dating pension from application day. case highlights back pay potentially near $4000 plus ongoing monthly stipends. West Virginia congressman Neely and pension bureau staff pushed the claim amid ongoing back pension scrutiny. Fourth class postmasters named for West Virginia towns. Attorney John M. Berry travels to South America with Bolivia commission. visits State Department and War Department.
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Washington, D. C
Thomas F. Johnson
Alexander
Whhich
Upshur County
Rhia
Johnson
Valentine
Pension Bureau
Ohio
West Virginia
Kone
Congressman Neely
Pension Department
John &. Berry
Wheel
New York
Bolivia
State Department
International Law View on Submarine Warfare
The piece argues that merchant ships have no right to defend themselves against submarine attacks under current wartime practice. Sir George Baker challenges the notion that German submarine commanders engage in piracy and discusses the armament of merchant vessels within the law of nations as interpreted by the Nineteenth Century reviewer.
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George Baker
Tribune
They Say Speak Only of the Good
The Pathfinder urges restraint when rumors spread. It questions the value of sharing alleged harms, warning that caution honors virtue and may spare sorrow. It invites readers to reflect before judgment and choose silence or benevolence over gossip.
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Pathfinder
Boys Arrested By Drys Blame Men
Five boys aged 13 to 16 were caught near Red House by Prohibition Officer Al Curry with an auto load of whiskey. They claimed a man, Morley Shamblin, paid them to deliver the whiskey, and a warrant charging prohibition law violation was saved for him. The horses will be used as witnesses.
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Charleston
W. Va
Red House
Prohibition
al Curry
Gallipolis
Morley Shamblin
Regents Bar Dead Languages at West Virginia Univ
The State Board of Regents abolishes Latin and Greek as matriculation requirements at West Virginia University except for the law and medical departments. The action taken at the normal meeting in Charleston on June 29 ends classic language prerequisites for most programs.
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Charleston
W. Va
State Board of Regents
West Virginia University
After Dinner Mints And Family Quarrels In Chicago
A Chicago man told his wife she could be on air and she fed him pinched. The piece notes a curious domestic scene amid summer annoyances like ants and bugs, with satirical references to a bean manufacturer and an ad man claiming Chicago tells the truth about itself while the post office blocks broader sharing.
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Chicago
Fire alarm on Pike Street causes minor damage
The Central fire department responded to a Pike Street home of Frank Carlea9 shortly before 7:40 AM after a box of matches ignited in an unknown manner triggering the alarm. Firemen arrived to find a progressing fire that was quickly extinguished by chemicals, with damage estimated at about $10.
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Central Fire Department
Frank
Swindler Gondorf jailed for multimillion fraud scheme
Frederick Gondorf pleaded guilty to swindling hotelkeeper William P. Davis of Glassboro New Jersey out of eight thousand dollars through a dummy poolroom and wire tapping setup. He was sentenced to one year and four months to ten years in Sing Sing. About two million dollars were defrauded over seven years by the Gondorf group. Also notes a Romney West Virginia item on fruit growers and auction block plan amid Virginia peach crop outlook.
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New York
Frederick Gondort
William P. Davis
Glassboro
N. J
Sing Sing
Gondorf
Charles Gondorf
Gondorfs
Romney
W. Va
Une
Virginia
Organized Community Building at Chautauqua Assembly
Towns and boroughs draw inspiration from the Chautauqua assembly with lectures on health science moral betterment and education. Altruism and local interests follow as playgrounds and other charitable projects arise from long running agitation. Advance sale season tickets listed.
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