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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1920
Page
1
A court judge named Dayton issues an injunction set to take effect on July 20. The order involves personnel described as PvE contest operators and mentions assigned guards or guards. Further details are unclear in the text.
A court appeal motion is set for tomorrow challenging a May 25 state election return decision. The filing targets the counting of cars and assigned coal cars. Judge Dayton granted a temporary injunction against the Baltimore and Ohio railroad in the Phillipps case, with further action expected as the Federal Court of Appeals considers sustaining the injunction and potential broader impact on mines along the B&O system. The case now hinges on whether government bodies can override an act of Congress in counting cars.
A terse notice from The West Virginian invites applying by Jeter for Box XYZ to operate a light track. The brief item signals party alignment and a timely call for qualified candidates.
A rumor from press sources notes Senator Harding and Governor Coolidge, with National Chairman Hays, met after the Chicago convention to outline a Republican 1920 campaign focusing on restoring party government and self control by the people. The meeting covered upcoming addresses and nomination ceremonies.
A fragmented report notes Masons plan to establish a new lodge in the city with local members and officers named in a sparse account. The item hints at community ties and potential invitations to a meeting today, amid broader convention chatter and political gossip from San Francisco.
Representatives of the Bureau of Conciliation of the Department of Labor were ordered to Williamson West Virginia to avert a threatened coal miners strike. The move followed the Coal Operators Association's refusal to comply and aimed to hold spur of discussions with miners to avert a walkout.
In the court of Tastica M R Musgrove versus Condino against Chilton resulted in a verdict for the plaintiff for 62.28. Attorneys Amos and Carskadon noted prior payments and expenses. court allowed 9 for handling and storage, reducing totals.
Clarenca E. Heiden of Carnegie Tech arrived in town at noon today with Mr. Bird and Mr. Hedden to tour local industrial plants. Hedden will give short talks to workers on the tour, with tonight's event beginning at 5:40. Sixty places are reserved amid a menu featuring Swiss rene rotatons and homemade cai.
A notice seeks a young man for supply crexit at a coal mine near town. Applicants should call 850 J between 8 A M and P M for details and recruitment.
A notice states at least twenty members are expected to attend the cafeteria gathering. The brief implies a local fraternal group event with anticipated turnout and a casual meeting space.
Belgrade dispatch says Ayana, an Albanian city, has fallen to Albanian insurgents after a storm assault. Report claims the entire garrison was taken, detailing a decisive action amid skirmishes with Italian forces.
Police report a break-in at the Fairmont hotel basement early this morning with thieves gaining entry via a door using a pen knife. Seventeen dollars and an ice book were stolen. officers are investigating the incident and reviewing nearby access points as a store opening occurred earlier today.
A fragment notes wage offers and employment at Von Job and Lowerrilie Lumber Yards located at 208 Norfolk Ave. The readable text references wages and available positions. No dates or complete details are provided. Entities include Lowerrilie, Norfolk Ave, and 208.
The nine member platform committee has nearly settled a prohibition plank aligned with Virginia’s stance, while safeguarding personal liberty and opposing federal interference. Administration sources say Bryan cannot push a stricter prohibition through, with a likely full committee report this afternoon after inviting further reinforcements from Governor MacCorkle.
A fragmented item notes Secretary Colby and a ballot issue on beer and wine to go. Unclear specifics, but signals a political process or local referendum surrounding alcohol service and regulatory action.
East coast dispatch notes McAdoo will not be placed in nomination. The report cites J. Joneton of Raza backing Mossi plans, with formal convention framing the decision as reflecting voters and agenda. No final nomination reached.
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