05 May 1921
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1921
Page
1
An article examines how children learn from advertisements and packaging, reading words and recognizing brands. It argues early exposure builds lasting recognition of manufacturer quality and the value of buying, shaping future consumer perception and life choices.
The convention discussed foreign mission work led by Mrs Johnson and Mrs Johnson spoke on immigration and evangelism in Europe. Attendees included future missionaries, with sessions featuring talks on home economics, agriculture, and teaching, emphasizing American Christianity and the need to train workers abroad.
A fragmentary report of the Palatine Baptist Church meeting describes officers elected for Sunday School and church roles, including a superintendent and treasurer. It lists finance and music committees and notes two delegates chosen to attend the Eastmont conference on May 39, with plans for future consultations among Baptist churches in the area.
Delegates from forty societies across seven denominations will attend the district convention at Central Christian church. Noted speakers include B E Manon pastor Mannington, Rev J P Turkidson Clarksburg, Rev J S Cook Hottonsville, and Dr S O Bond president Salem College. Evening program features readings and musical acts by local ministers and choirs.
A new tablet was ordered by the Daughter of the Revolution to mark the bridge while a ceremony at the County House will display the names of those who died in service. The plan includes patriotic colors and a formal dedication with local officials and participants from Fairmont and surrounding areas.
Fragmentary OCR text cites Fortice Monongah and a 13th street reference with garbled names and numbers. Readable parts mention houseliaia furniisro and roots, suggesting a local listing or notice but specifics are unreadable.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss a Memorial Day celebration in a city with references to a bridge project, funding, and a mayoral office, mentioning possible speeches, a governor, and various local officials. The text is garbled but hints at civic plans and public works funding debates.
Shriners announce special passes for a ceremonial event, detailing travel from Wheeling to Keyser Friday afternoon and evening. Organizer Lawrence Satterfield assists as he leads participants from Fairmont area and outlines transportation and coordinating officers.
The Central district convention of the West Virginia State Federation of Women’s Clubs opens at 10 o’clock in the First Methodist auditorium. Mrs Nob Ke Hepburn presides as district president and welcomes visitors, urging cooperation and involvement in legislative and social reform efforts, with focus on urging support for the Volstead Act enforcement.
A community meeting discussed plans for a park along a road near Coal and Memorial areas. Residents including Virginia Fleming Murrey Charles Snowden and others supported the project, noting a new brine area and play facilities to benefit families and children. The plan involves constructing a public space with play rounds near a new bridge and likely attendance by local families.
Senate action signals confirmation of George McClintic for a circuit judgeship amid party letters and procedural debate. Key figures Gores Poftenhorker Trartt supported the nomination, with tentative timelines discussed by panels and committees in Washington.
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