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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1920
Page
1
A terse note indicates Anderson D is to probe or coordinate with the Attorney General on an ongoing investigation. Details are sparse, with no dates or additional participants named.
In Indianapolis on November 4, Attorney General Palmer received advice via telegram from United States District Judge Anderson regarding the investigation of General Palmer's links to coal operators. The message outlined the scope and potential witnesses, indicating Dan W. Simmons may be cited for testimony. Officials in Chicago and Indianapolis expected updates as the case moved through federal channels.
The message notes that Coogle is elected by an overwhelming majority and that he will be present the night before and after the key day. It mentions 818 Main St as an address fragment.
Election returns show the $50,000,000 road bond amendment carried by about 40,000 votes. The southern part of the state voted solidly for the measure while the north opposed it. Republicans win a minority in both legislative chambers.
Owing to many residents’ lack of knowledge about tax deadlines the sheriff of Marion County announces a tax collection tour. The schedule lists multiple towns and dates in November with a November discount, ending November 30. The notice directs residents to the sheriff’s office for collection and urges payment to receive the discount.
Grant Town Republicans celebrated with an oyster supper that drew more than 509 attendees. The event, billed as a bold Red Cross affair, featured lively discussion and socializing led by J. W. Davison, Wf. A. Pulte, and William Powell, with notable support from Mrs. Devinson, Mrs. Almond, Mrs. Bardney, Mrs. Newman, and Mrs. Powell.
The report details a disorderly police court session with discussion of constitutional limits and penalties. Mayor Conway attended with Wright, while an accomplice accompanied the mayor. Chief Sader traveled to Shwagona to warn dog owners on Pennayt vania avenue to keep their dogs secured.
A real estate agent is sought to handle the Beed proposition business in Fairmont West Virginia. The listing notes lox 658 as a contact and location reference for interested parties. The notice requests qualified applicants to engage with the Beed project and coordinate property dealings locally.
Moran Day celebration organizers plan a large parade and public events next week to honor the Republican county win. Governor elect Morgan expected to attend. complete county results show sweeping GOP gains across offices from judge to clerk with margins ranging from thousands in several races.
A local ad offers a carload of the best white potatoes, sacked for delivery. The listing specifies winter potatoes and notes Walighh's Siding as the sale or pickup point.
Early returns from multiple precincts show Hosenbloom leading in the First Congressional District with about 40,376 votes to Nooly’s 89,747. In the state totals reported from 244 precincts, various candidates trail as results trickle in, with Woodael and Goodykoonts among those listed in other districts and parties.
Direct council of Team Track Coal Operators in Northern West Virginia calls a meeting in Clarksbure next Monday night to finalize plans for a skirmish against consolidation and discuss a campaign. Operators are loading every car moving to keep main track rates near 1.50 a ton, says Secretary Mitchell of the association.
A Republican Congressman elect and other GOP victors emerge across Texas and several Southern towns as the party gains substantial majorities. Local races reflect a broad GOP surge statewide with multiple victories reported.
Fragmented, OCR dominated report traces early returns from many states with Harding leading in several, including estimates of 390 electoral votes from Oklahoma and tentative totals across Arizona Nevada New Mexico North Dakota and Tennessee. Republicans claim gains in Congress while several races remain unsettled due to incomplete tallies and reporting gaps.
Solland October 17. The former German Crown Prince Frederick has taken up a new trade. He spends much of his regiment at the village Blacksmith shop. His father saws wood at Doorn, while the prince hammers out iron.
A copper coin authorized by Congress and minted in 1787 was found on a Dover homestead. The penny features Benjamin Franklin motifs and a decal of moral admonitions such as "Mind your business" and "We are." The artifact includes inscriptions and a clocklike dial with latin phrases and the date 1787.
A damaged early telegram style report from Charleston recounts election returns. It notes Republican Cox leading for governor and Koonealas and other statewide offices contested. Several state offices appear to shift toward Republican candidates amid incomplete figures and unofficial tallies.
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