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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1920
Page
1
Monongalia County delivered a clear lead for Bower in the senate nomination with 827 more votes than his opponent Mango Man. The discrepancy arises amid a contest featuring F and O factions and Deretians, signaling strong local support for Bower.
Earlier returns showed Dr. McNeely as winner in the county primary but results were revised by St. County Court this morning. Final tallies indicate changes in totals across districts, altering the anticipated outcome in the race.
William Preston of Clarksburg, a lineman for the M V T company, lies in Cook hospital in serious condition after a Fairmont bound city car bumped into his ladder on the South Side bridge near center, throwing him to the deck and striking his head. Doctors cannot yet gauge prognosis. X rays planned to assess injuries. Officials say motorman Criss, described as highly reliable, may have failed to notice the ladder while watching for the East Park car approach Cleve land avenue.
The Baltimore and Ohio announces new train service through Fairmont starting June 19 announced by teammaster E Bartlett. A Connellsville division train will depart Fairmont for Connellsville then return to arrive at 6 10. Two new trains will operate from Grafton and Wheeling with a departure for Grafton at 10 40 am. Minor changes are expected with details to follow. Ke Acord road foreman reports return from Chicago where he attended fuel association meetings.
Two furnished rooms available for light housekeeping at 204 Albert Court. For details call 648 to arrange viewing or inquire about terms.
All Union Barber shops will be closed all day Monday May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. D L Lombard secretary
Clarence E. Hellen of Carnegie Institute of Technology urged better trained foremen, saying high school level education is essential. The Y M C A meeting covered organization plans for factory executives and elected an executive committee including Gell, Cole, Ira, and Willetts. Continued on Page Four.
Harrison and Milton Harrison, sons of A Harrison, faced a police court clash sparked by a rent dispute and disputed water charges. Hirsch testified the fight began when Bernard was accused of withholding payment and moved to restrain him. The confrontation occurred on a street near the Catholic church with witnesses and a city attorney present.
Interesting exercises were held at the First M. E Church with local residents and visitors participating in a program of songs readings and short speeches. Organizers thanked attendees and noted the event aimed to foster community ties and youth engagement.
Dr A B Winship of Boston, editor of the Journal for Education, delivered the thirty second annual commencement address to Glenn F Barns class at Fairmont high school. He warned parents and spoke of unique challenges this year, noting past visits and recalling his first talk in a skating rink building. He emphasized that a single year offers distinct problems and solutions through machinery and education.
Deputy U S Marshal E W ae returned to Fairmont after making six arrests in jurE. Major Fleck, a negro porter, was arrested on a charge of selling whiskey and posted bail beside appearance at the Elkins term of court. Frank Cavello charged with bay was de unlaw for lack of evil Tim Bell arrested on same charges and bail. J P Strather G T Strather and Otis Windon charged with unlawful All were arraigned before U S Commissioner All Lohm.
An ornate garden display unfolds at the First M E Church. White organdie blooms with ribbon ramblers and neat shoe alignments create a refined scene. Garden guards monitor the blossoms while visitors from distant places admire the event.
About 700 books have been sold toward a goal of four thousand at the library sale event. A community drive features steady public interest with volunteers organizing shelves and checkout. Proceeds support local library programs and acquisitions.
The city library plans a final evening sale to clear about 3 300 remaining books from 4 000 titles 700 sold. Disassembled rooms lose furnishings as committees from local groups organize helps for a future first class library with sub stations while unsold volumes are boxed for city storage to await a permanent library.
Pittsburgh May 29 Officers raided a Monongahela River houseboat near Glassport and captured a man and woman believed linked to the Finleyville bank robbery last Monday. Two men escaped. A raincoat and cap used by the robbers were found. the woman was ill and hospitalized in McKeesport.
Ninety idle mines reported this morning an improvement of 25 over yesterday. Twenty-five trains east from Gratton yesterday with 1121 cars. Application to raise water rates stalled by protest then approved, shifting funds to shore up water lines and system. New rates range from 35 to 70 percent by usage and go into effect July 1 with reservoir cleaned and improvements planned to boost service.
Holland Engle, son of Mr and Mrs well today, efforts are being made to locate the driver of the machine who went on his way not stopping to see what damage he had done.
Congressman M. M. Neely arrives from Washington to deliver the Memorial Day address at First Presbyterian Church Sunday night. The Fred Heintzelman Post 17 will march from the courthouse to the church. Afternoon observances include a G. A. R. ritual at Woodlawn Cemetery and a short ceremony at the cemetery. The evening program features organ music, hymns, scripture, solos, and Neely’s memorial address with prayers and benediction.
Federal court schedules a special term on June 24. The notice notes proceedings will involve cage inspections and related legal actions. Court officials urge parties to appear and bring required documents.
Morgan will lead more than 3,000 attendees in Chicago for a law secretary event. McClusky and Fleming accompany, with statements expected on state affairs and legal administration.
Fragmentary notice describes a Salvation Army event in Monongah linked to a fundraising action and a vote. It references a "United Mine Works" context, dollar figures, and insurance terms but the text is garbled. The readable parts indicate a public appeal tied to Salvation Army efforts and a past union vote context.
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