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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1920
Page
9
The Fairmont Chamber of Commerce discusses a phased reorganization plan. The article notes unanimous approval of the reorganization committee and praises the new president for his business insight and civic dedication. It stresses filling two posts, secretary and manager, to ensure progress and effective leadership for the city’s growth.
The text weighs historical world debt rises from the 18th to 19th centuries and questions the feasibility of another global war. It contrasts past totals of about 2.5 billion and 7 billion dollars with the 44 billion initial European debt, asking if humanity can prevent future cataclysmic conflicts and whether Truman era strategies offer safeguards against further wars.
A column reflecting on Clemenceau, aging political power, and the costs of leadership. It contrasts old age with youthful vigor, cites Margaret Hunter’s vitality at eighty one, and notes Washington talk of philosophy and a shipboard anecdote. The piece weaves in political commentary, local events, and social notices from the era.
chaotic report outlines contention over whether a primary should be thrown out amid party affiliations and recount motions. Lawyers for candidates argued the recount as part of the Kanawhs County primary election controversy while Griese did not pursue actions for Samuel B Montgomery's Republican candidacy.
In this year of political maneuvering, Delaware power brokers rise amid intraparty fights. The piece notes broad Senate involvement in directing two major conventions, with figures like Nick Attroc[a] highlighted as central to the unfolding tensions.
A garbled text fragment references regret and shifting priorities among a limited circle of readers, mentioning a few millionaires rather than broad popular backing. The fragment implies a realignment away from a core crowd toward wealthier elites.
Fragmentary note discusses a 1920 work and its creator JW. References to Let SAN FRANCHISES and June events. Mentions Germany and peacenak themes, unclear context and publication details.
An unreadable OCR fragment hints at a political delegation in Frisco, mentions a woman alternate and irregularities, party strength, a railroad figure, and references to a contest or auctioneer. The passage is fragmentary with likely editorial commentary on election maneuvers and public reaction.
Former President Taft, brought to the Fairmont Normal School for a lecture, commented in Chicago that a moderate approach could settle the wet and dry conflict without upheaval. He urged lawfulness in enforcing Prohibition and suggested public sentiment should guide reasonable, common sense legislation. He cited Egypt and Calabria analogies to illustrate how reactions can mislead without prudent governance.
Real estate transfers listed include Sam R Nurum to Mildred Martin for Locust avenue and Alex Lander Place in Fairmont at 100 dollars. W Hayhurst to Howard B Smiths for Maryland Avenue Fairmont at 4800 dollars. Silas H Currey to Sarah Murray parcels in Sycamore addition Mannington for 5 dollars. Della Fisher to Falmont Cleve and Coal Co for Hood addition Rivesville at 2300 dollars. Joseph Marrone to Fairmont and Cleveland Company for Hood addition parcel in Peirmont ward.
The funeral for five year old Christine Fucey was held at the Catholic church in Monongah. The service began at ten o'clock with Mr. and Mrs. Soe uy in attendance, reflecting a solemn community gathering.
Fragmentary lines describe a Roman signaling flag, mentioning a white flag as a token of peace in early pacts, with unclear context about the woturling othet flag and the world. The readable text centers on historic symbolism of flags in conflict and peace.
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