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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1920
Page
9
An OCR fragment recalls a patriotic pledge to the United States asserting government by the people through consent, the Republic, and core values of freedom equality and justice. It mentions citizens’ duty to love support respect and defend the Constitution and flag.
The tabulation to advertisers and correspondents shows circulation figures for April 1920 with entries such as 4,743 and 421,110, noting the actual total month readership at 180,683 and an average as reported by the paper.
The text discusses nearing the school year end and parents of boys facing limited prospects. It criticizes the drift toward unsuitable jobs, arguing many youths accept immediate high wages in “blind alleys” rather than pursue steady employment or training that yields long term living prospects.
The excerpt presents a fragmented view on cell confinement and candid opinion versus diplomacy. It notes a framed excuse as preferable to allowing issues, hints at profitability in chance, and asserts that achieving any aim is never secret amid Life's deep pitfalls.
The piece argues zoning as essential for city growth, noting New York's early move and slow uptake by others. It highlights benefits to homeowners and industry, cites the National City Planning Conference in Cincinnati, and warns of clashes with property rights and uncertain enforcement. It also touches on related political upheavals and legal decisions affecting national policy.
A damaged OCR fragment from a village newspaper notes loud banging and a sequence of events including a suspected robbery and rising tensions. It mentions editors, restaurants reducing jet orders, and a general sense of fear or shock among locals.
A brief remark notes that laughing at someone should not lead to reckless joy riding and emphasizes staying sober to avoid risky behavior.
An unusual judicial moment in Chicago featured Judge Jungs Landis delivering a peculiar sentence to a Black defendant charged with tampering with the mass. The remarks touched on race, punishment, and the notion of regetting out of predicaments with witty asides. The court’s handling of the case raised questions about fairness and perception of justice.
A concise historical note observes the moment of punishment set to reflect equal justice principles. The brief focuses on the process and the perceived fairness of the sanction within the judicial or communal framework.
A fragmented speaker line questions gendered beauty habits with claims men have clearer complexions than women. The talk hints at women’s facial washing as insufficient, noting soap use and sanitation steps while referencing topical remedies and trees as medicine in a disjointed dialogue.
A garbled message seems to reference someone named Beart and a change of plans, implying a return home after a journey. The text is severely damaged with missing words, but the core notion centers on travel disruption and resuming residence.
A fragmented local quote collection shows residents weighing government aims and high prices. An outspoken barber criticizes rising costs, calling for affordable goods and criticizing mock prices. The piece captures everyday voices on economics and community concerns.
A rambling set of notes on election season and suffrage, reflecting on candidate pictures in papers, Shakespearean quips, and opinions on civic progress. It touches on moon signs, a Georgia woman’s gun plan, and a claim that Congress should improve Baltimore River navigation as part of broader political commentary.
Miss Catherine Hendritks will enter the Cook hospital at Fairmont to take up nursing as a vocation. The Get-together met at Mrs Joseph eee’s home Thursday evening for an enjoyable gathering. Measles affect several families including Toothman, Parker and clastaiars. Mrs John Hayes and sister from Jenkin are visiting sister Mrs Hi Wilson of Bagmonty. Jesse Gregory made a relate visit Wednesday. Blair conducted her new cists in the Baxter school Thursday afternoon.
The piece laments women wearing velvet hats in July and urges adherence to seasonable styles. It notes the effort by the National Poor Seasons Committee to discourage off-season wear and promote straw, silk, and lace hats suited to hot weather. It mentions Fairmont and moving day as contexts for fashion changes and consumer demand.
A large order of umbrellas arrived after delays, showcasing Gloria and genuine silk, with colors including purple, pale, green, and black. Handles feature ivory rings or interlaced leather. Twenty designs available, described as very attractive. Prices are unusually moderate.
A vintage fashion note describes gingham frocks in bright color palettes and modern patterns. It notes varied front or back lacing, boning, and affordable prices, urging attention to muslin supplies and new blouse styles with embroidery and georgette details for summer wardrobes.
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