West Virginian telephones and masthead details
A fragmented newspaper snippet lists telephones 1105 and 1106.22 and repeats West Virginian and Virginian Building addresses on Adama and Quincy Streets. It includes editor names WIEGEL and others with roles such as Managing Editor and Business Manager and notes Associated Press affiliation and republication rights.
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Inne
West Virginian
West, Virginian
Adama and
Quincy Streets
Chet Ieetiirot
Gittan
Wiegel
Peeeertaeare
Hota
Fase Bate
S.bed
IDNEX
W. Wrig
Dvartains
Manaser Umax Uarey
A. L
Garrett Business Mans
Bieulation
Manazesa
G. Nigrey
Macquoid Agency
Hartford Building
Tee Associated Press
Sewapaser
Specist
Fire protection urged after city blaze wrecks $37000
In Fairmont a major fire destroyed property valued at $37,000 and exposed gaps in city fire protection. Kiwanis Club backed buying new equipment and possible tax raises, stressing modern water supply and building code upgrades to prevent future tragedy and safeguard residents. authorities warned that current conditions leave many structures vulnerable to deadly fires.
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Fairmont
Kiwanis Club
Clyde Morris
Falraiynt
Kiwanis
Whose Tern Next East Papers Battle Over Justice
East coast newspapers clash over inaction and claims of bias in the Herrit district violence case. The Literary Digest quotes rival columns criticizing West Virginia for pursuing justice and punishing mob crime after mine conflicts.
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Finois
Herrit
Mebo
Taok
Literary Digest
West Virginia
Mindie Agniiog Tragedy Sparks United Mine Workers Debate
The text describes agitation over a tragedy involving Mindie and Agniiog as union leaders seek to calm public reaction and protect United Mine Workers interests. It contrasts perceived sensationalism in the eastern press with ongoing crime issues in Illinois and West Virginia, noting public weariness with the situation.
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Mindie
Agniiog
United Mine Workers
West Virginia
Resignation shocks West Virginia University
Announcement of Dr. Frank B. Trotter’s resignation as WVU president surprises the public and students. He led eight years of expansion and the campus faces two more years of building and legislative approvals as a new leader is sought to maintain a progressive college program amid broad educational changes in the state.
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Frank B. Trotter
West Virginia University
Trotter
Laia
West Virginia
Virginia
Fragmented Odds and Sidelights From an 19th Century Page
A garbled OCR sample mixes remarks on goat meat names and prices, a cat rescuing a kitten from an eighteen foot well, a professor editing a book, a student-led resignation, fashion notes about an 1822 gown, musings on inheritance and germs in an old bucket, and assorted humorous asides about readers and poetry.
Editorial on the Coal Strike and Government Response
The United Mine Workers leader and the President discuss possible actions as regional conferences proceed. Editors warn that a coal stoppage threatens public welfare, recalling 1920 experiences and noting Hoover’s prepared congressional report on emergency legislation.
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United Mine Workers
Lewis
Rexsons
Merselres
Alesses
Roosevelt
Maid on the Courthouse Critiques Fire Department
A dialogue in a prewar courthouse scene shows the maid and janitor debating the Fire Department’s adequacy and conduct. They discuss A B Knight and Kiwanis, with calls for public scrutiny and accountability for what is described as inadequacy and possible neglect. The exchange mocks knocker labels and stresses civic engagement.
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Weil
Fairmont
A. B. Knight
Mr. Knight
May Day Miscommunication Sparks Quip at Manor
In a tense exchange, a maid accuses a janitor of dusty attire while the janitor jokes a costly morning in May. The pair clash over an agreement as cobwebs metaphorically cover the gentleman’s brain, revealing a comic clash of manners.
Russians Seek World Confidence Headline
The fragment references Morgan Billingslea aged 93 with remarks about slipping around for a secret and congratulatory notes to a young fellow. Mentions Joseph Joseph leading the elantauqua tent crew, JoJo nickname, bobbed haired teachers, graduates of a short course at the Normal School, and a note about Italian tribes and peace in a new place. The text is garbled and incomplete with unclear events or dates.
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Morgan Billingslea
Joseph Joseph
JoJo
Milk Quality in City Improves with Cooler Dairies
Dr Jamison city health officer reports milks from dairies in Fairmont are improved by cooler storage. He cites warmer weather and cooling methods as causes of bacterial growth when milk remains near body temperature. He notes progress with cleanliness and sanitation but warns many dairies still lack adequate cooling devices.
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Dalkmen
Fairmont
J. & Jamison
Jamison
Jnyaisen Gays
West Virginia church seeks funds to rebuild after fire
Letters describe Hawk community grief after a church fire and call for a fundraiser to build a larger, better Houst M. E. Church. Members plan a six month pledge drive, using the new school building for meetings, and request support from Fairmont residents.
Bourgeois Confession Amid Realist Doubts And Prohibition
The excerpt presents Berton Braley's confession of bourgeois pride and mixed views on Prohibition, marriage, and patriotism. It contrasts a cheerful, optimistic self-image with critique of the human condition, noting a preference for Kipling and Tennyson and a belief in some hopeful outcomes despite flaws. It also mentions an English engineer crossing the English Channel by bicycle powered by "maz power."
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English Channel
Vee Crosson
Map of Marion County school facilities plan unveiled
A large seventy ten foot map is being prepared by Conely Superintendent J. A Barnes to show the locations of school buildings in Marion County. It will include district lines, streams and photos of the 300 or so grammar schools, and will be displayed in the superintendent Garnee’s office for demonstration at the Marion County Teachers Institute in Fairmont on September 48 inclusive.
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Conely
J. A Barnes
Marion County
Marion County Teachers’ Institute
Fairmont
Ite
Justi
Garnee
Rourkanse
Faree
Ifie Smith
Marion Coumy Auhnols
Roundhouses May Face Complete Tie Up in Strike Threat
Cleveland June 20 Predictions from J A Vance secretary treasurer of the shop crafts federation say roundhouses of the New York Central at Collinwood will be left empty if a strike occurs. He notes 800 to 900 workmen in locomotive and car departments and cites a boilermakers meeting tonight. EB Parks links summer bathers injuries to broken bottles blamed on Prohibition.
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Cleveland
Roundhouser
New York
Gentral
Allwat
Fins
J. A. Vance
System Secretarsareasurer
Shop Crafts Federation
New York Central
Collawood
Vance
Collinwood
Aclone
Mie Company
T Vance
Collinwood Shin
EB. Parks
Boilermakers’ Union
Fairview Plans Big Fourth Celebration and Pageant
Fairview plans a large Fourth of July celebration with two baseball games between Fairmont and Cleveland Coal, track events, a greased pole climb, and a parade of amusements. The Grolle Thiveire booking will provide films for matinee and night shows at the high school auditorium. Excavations for a new bungalow in Swiger addition are complete and will be ready in 30 to 60 days. Local items note sewing club meetings, store business, and upcoming school staffing changes amid preparations for holidays.
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Fairview
Piowongers
Tur Kurrsundine
Fairmogt
Clyvelana
Per
Cato Tae
Jay Rack
Orchiethus
Grole
Howe le
Fopal
Fairview Athletic Club
Paramountalntoritt
Teamris Wallace
Imo
Mark Levnel
Mmy
Wally Reid
Darge Ermods
Swiger Addition
Mas Sens Af Af
Marina Construction Cots Contractors
Neadlecraft
J. C. Yost
WC. T. U
Fairmont
Lawrence Toothman
Essex
Cecil Rodgers
Pittsburgh
Waa
Moving Picture Machine Fund
Esther
Msn
Amos Telephone Co. Ds
Basnettsville
M.D
A. Barnes
Fairmont Billy Sunday Club
A. P. Jones
Vada Austin
Washington Street
Farmers and Merchants Bank
Norway Nitcher
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Associated Preas
Agre Bitesu
American Mewspaper Publishers Association
West Virginia Publishers Association
Friesmont
Gingle
Ohio
United States Department of Agriculture
Obio
United States Bureau of Markets and
Mr. Harding
Puch 2
Washington
China
Bill Bailey
Hardin
Ranment
Washington Dispatch
Hoover
U. Congress
Doolittle
Swallow
Juwanis
Kinnanis Club
Fire Department
Pritilems
A.B Knight
Tripati
Everett True
Everett
Sone le
Rx Gems
Ils Nuster
Decisio
Trus Fees
Houst M. E
Berton Braley
Kipiles
Tennyson
Jess
Jim
Ore
Copsright
Crane’s Drug Store
William. Amasons
Board of Education
Hunt
The
Fortney Drug Company
Apai
Peoples National Bank
the Peoples National Bank
Tev A Seman
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