11 May 1921
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1921
Page
1
An editorial discusses how advertising influences price perceptions and retailer behavior. It explains manufacturers use pricing strategies, while retailers resist cuts to protect margins, noting advertising reinforces value and brand identity. The piece argues informed readers should understand how ads shape everyday buying choices.
Fragmented OCR text recounts a marriage notice involving local figures in Sounty. It mentions Reverend Barveplite, school head, and county court context with references to trustees and church ties. Details are garbled but indicate a union connected to Comainock and Tresaler households.
Readers learn of a large May parade with 2 PM start on May 20. Citizens urged to unfurl Old Glory and avoid advertising vehicles. Charles Hornefeld to oversee stand erection. Missive outlines committee chairmen and special assignments for transportation, entertainment, finance, and decorations. A major speaking program will follow the parade with Hon. O. S. McKinney to introduce distinguished speakers.
A morning dedication will unveil the war memorial tablet honoring World War I fallen. Attendees include TD Connell RT Cuuning Charles Borneford Mayor Canaway Burlie Bialth Armell Mrs Joseph Lelia and others. Former Governor Cornwell is expected to deliver the dedicatory address as the program details are confirmed.
Consul officials discuss arrangements for a Friday event dated the thirteenth with references to Hoodoo terminology and a complex itinerary. Names such as Gratton, Gartwright, and Batteiger appear alongside railway and regional mentions, but the text is fragmented and difficult to parse into a clear narrative.
A chaotic OCR note announces upcoming second diploma examinations on Wednesday May 12 across multiple districts. It mentions various schools and areas including Forksburg, Grant District, Rivervilte, Millerevilte, Lincoli Dietrier, Harrington, Caneben, and Glovert Gap. The text is garbled but indicates a statewide exam event scheduled for that date with broad participation.
A chaotic report describes Mayor and Chief issuing a joint proclamation amid town turmoil around John Martin and 14 jailed tenants. Mentioned are city buildings, expected expulsion, and threats of disorder if authorities fail to address public outcry.
Witnesses testified today as the session opened at the court house with about sixty ward cases noted at noon. Fourteen indictments were returned yesterday including Arthur Neet and D H Blanchard and others charged with crimes ranging from robbery to forging orders.
A large turnout from Clarkesburg Baltimore Franklin Pa and Youngstown Ohio attended the Kiwanis lunch at the mandway. The program highlighted the century and featured performances by Jena Dillings Alexander Talltang Jainine West Vir inlay and Robert Holmany. Ed Barrett Frederick Ohiorodorf and Jack Abbott spoke and four delegates were named for the Cleveland convention.
A local group named Mystic Shinners Will Organize plans a meeting at Mlabonle Temple on Friday evening. The event aims to discuss community aims and organize efforts with attendees from Neblanod and AHN MALTS Sheng. Members invite interested residents to join and participate in upcoming activities.
A court in Atlanta sentenced William Keener to five years in federal prison for drug related offenses. Judge Baker ordered the term after finding him guilty of selling morphia. The same proceedings noted hopes for possible pardon and referenced Keener’s drug habit and physician consultations.
In Washington Pa on May 11 a gun battle erupted between police and three men from Columbus. Officer Owen was wounded by a gunshot through the lung. another officer was struck in the foot. The suspects fled in a car, were pursued, and the occupants exchanged fire until the gunfight ended with one suspect killed and others captured or at large. Nearby reports mention a meeting of Northern West Virginia Coal Operators Association in New York and related regional figures and arrangements.
An anonymous letter to Governor Mottan sparks an inquiry into the Farrington mine killings near Jannon Mine No. 9. Four men including Jon faking and the Bruilige family are jailed. warrants issued after a police search and complaints from relatives. A ten year old girl and several other children are involved in the case. a doctor and authorities say the girl was assaulted.
Fragmented report describes a women’s civic club meeting in Chicago. It notes plans for a summer farm project, delegates to a national conference, and emphasis on education and training. Speakers discuss programs and women’s professional action.
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