West Virginia flood devastates Lewis and nearby counties
In Weston and surrounding areas, heavy floods caused extensive damage to homes and farms, with multiple county roads blocked by washouts and water. Officials report dozens of homes damaged and ongoing efforts to assess losses, while residents begin recovery as emergency crews coordinate aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weston
W. Va
Westese Gay
Ip Unis
Lewie
Anil
Gisy Storks
Wuea
Fencre
Fiocares
Lewis Sennewii
Child
Ducer Parkeon
West Tarek
Dr Wins
Dr Wins, Bie Gnkanr
Ak Ailibiens
Tak
Manin Waite
New York
Alice Base
Fragmented notice of local happenings and obituaries
A long, unreadable OCR fragment lists names, places, and events around Wheeling and nearby towns. It mentions social notices, meetings, harvest impacts, visits, sports at Bridgeport, and multiple individuals including Miss Mary Adaime Zouing, Mrs Rawson Biddle, J. H. Cat, and many others. The text references community gatherings, school events, crop damage, and travel notes with scattered dates and locations, reflecting a dense but unclear past-era society page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shale Tazher
Pariet Plemer
Pepe
G. M. Mercy
Pitsburg
Mrk
Charles Bopan
Parkerseorg
Arene
Gatrath
Mize Pelee
Milrowy
Gii
Kate
Pieter
Bellaires Festive Pageant and Local Notices
Bellaire residents enjoyed a bustling parade with lanterns and a gala train through town. The procession featured Henry Beale’s wagon and a royal theme with the Gulders of Liberty, plus a public dance scheduled at Mozar Park, while arrests occurred in a late altercation and trains on the B Z C railroad resumed service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hierkee
Wight
Elven Kings
Thorns Riley
J. N. Grafton
Poldeeoneik
D. of
Ani & A
Belonard
Henry Beale
Procress Club
Bellare
Mule
Mozar Park
John Lavalle
Clyds Hawley
Shepherd
S.L. Moones
Woolsfield
Cour Streets
Grouo
Maria Heatherlnston
Vaple
Wm. Shanafelt
Sistersville
Pennsylvania
Charles Rosser
Jickley
Frankiin
Ind
Jackley
Horeberg Bros
Bellaigians
Epworth
Georze Squiegins
Saniggiss
Gravel Hitl
TD. F, Rey
Keokuk
Ows
Mobei
Williamsown notices and social items from July
Witteewrowe W VI July 2 Rev Finn of Syrareer N Yu preached at Tepes Chancs Sunday evening. Homer Defuse married Baki¢ of Packerabirs in town among friends. Mr A C Sewers and Savuréay traveled to Newport. Mrs Mary Beesat visiting relatives at Welcome. Miss Annis Lote of Talirto and Miss Isabelle Chaenvim of 1. Disrr's appeared in adage of the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welcome
Annis Lote
Talirto
Isabelle Chaenvim
Poe
Adare
Belmont county notes and local events in brief
Activities across Belmont county include a Prohibitionists convention planned for Bridgeport on August 14 and a county ticket nomination. A Sunday school picnic is set for Rock Hill on August 6 with neighborly participation expected. A power house bid is sought for water works, and road detours from Powhatan to Clarion affected rail traffic. Local receptions and guest visits are also noted along with minor society updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seal
McKeesport
Blakeney
Samuel Denford
Kela
Westing
Laura
Daisy Baugh
Epworth Park
J. P. West
Fourth Ward
Rock Hill
Belmont County
Bridgeport
Ohio Valley Railroad
Powhatan
Hellaire
Alten
Clarmeta Council
Pyuwais Corneillers
Kirk Sgepor
Tueeley
Hannibal News Roundup Weaves Town Gossip and Tragic Death
Local notes report visits by residents Mae Mollie Potts and Miss Lury Hofer, details on July 25 events, and turmoil surrounding the deaths in the community. Miss Hofer, daughter of A H Hover, died after malaria illness. funeral held in M E Church with Epworth League involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haantet
Aho
Martin
Perry
Minnie
Dealleville
George
S'pversville
Mae Mollie Potts
Midtietown
Sue
Bellaire
Gus
Relives
Henry Neuénechwander Warth Wetzel
Tyler Cautries
Dustries
Lury Hofer
A. H. Hover
Place
Det
Sac W
Epworth League
God
Ie M. E
G. M. Wilton
Harter Oem
Alva Veegtly
Pilsburg
Gilvert Wilson
Wheding
Hissom
CG. W. O'Neill
Sardis, O
Chrney Hicanbarth
New Marcinsville
Lucy Hofer
Pursday
Disoriented man misreads notices at street corner
A man in a crowded street car scene struggles to read bulletin boards and misreads an item as a ball game score. Another man confirms the misreading, and they drift away amid the crowd. The brief exchange captures urban bustle and confusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Ster
Rachel Famer
Torefaahers
Tyes
Broeder Hess
Julet
Shakespeare
Companions in Misery Parrot Tale From Atchison Globe
A damaged clipping recounts a domestic parrot story from the Atchison Globe. The bird’s misbehavior toward a baby leads the mistress to discard it under a bed, while the husband is shown as baffled by the bird’s question and fate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Globe
Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery touted as cure for consumption
An ad defending consumption cures argues it is a blood disease best treated by Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. It claims to purify and build blood, restore lung tissue, and drive out disease germs. The piece promotes a medical adviser book offered by the World’s Dispensary Medical in Buffalo, NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vgg
Pierce
Doctor Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
N.Y
Vanderbilt Family Clash Over Rose and Engagement
Newport July 25 reports a dramatic scene as Cornelus Vanderbilt attacked by angered father while pleading with son to break engagement with Miss Wilson. The confrontation led to Vanderbilt collapsing in a paralyzing fit, after which he suffered and the marriage plan to Miss Wilson was postponed amid family strife and health concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Wilson
Newport
R. J
Cornelus Vanderhilt
Wilk
Grace Wilton
Vanderall
Ani
West
New York
Vanderbilt
Howler
Vanderblletd
van Merailt
Canes Wilsons
Wilzom
Wilsons
Nensernie
Witt
Nis
Vainnrith
Lore
Janeway
Melturshy
Yong Man
Win
Young
Vander- Wilt
Wilton
Jay
Drowned In A Colorado Flood Kills Many Residents
Denver residents mourn after a flash flood along Morrison and Golden areas swept away many. Names include Grace Lto, Edith Proct, Jumer Casey, Clara Carey, and Anna Hanson among others. Numerous campers and families from Morrison and Bear Creek canyon face uncertain casualties as rescue teams fear higher tolls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Mormison
Proctor
Grace L'to
Edith
Bear Creek Canon
Tha Minintatte
Unclear local accident narrative at Market Street gathering
A fragmented report describes a crowd near Market Street with multiple injuries and chaotic scenes. It mentions a long list of people present, a medical response, and fears of possible additional incidents across nearby towns. The account is garbled, with many names and places unreadable.
Unity of the Individual and the Equal Rights Debate
A fragmentary essay argues for women’s suffrage and coeducation, contrasting anti and equal suffragist views. It cites Shakespeare and public life to claim women’s influence improves governance and church affairs. The piece links progress to shared liberty and criticizes separate spheres as harmful. Also reports coal vein locate news from Ashland with labor disputes and landowner pricing tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lesusheir
Untitled Farewell Narrative of Personal Misfortunes
A long fragmented text recalls a personal farewell and hardships. The speaker laments misfortunes and reflects on efforts to cope, expressing distress over poverty and social pressures. The piece touches on medical care, family strain, and a troubled, perhaps autobiographical journey through illness and struggle.
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Westox
SF Clas Illes
Jeadong
Lewis Succe
Lie
Cba
J. H. Cat
Sas
Marc Laingey
Daruy
Marcies
Wheeling
OB. Lane
Wowelong
W. T. Greham
Clyde Sather
Cambraley
Mary Adaime
Percy
Arkansas City
Ban
Joos
Lourilie
Biles
Perenne
Sinner
Suane
Jos Hand
Jeates
Gen Hankut
Ieilaire
Miss Tors
Comets
Imoe Mare
Lee Pier
Orl
Cenvill
Lane
Teles Wien
Pitts
Aiomar
Apa Ark
John Cyitargn
Gt Tesiorra
Soneiees
Dwaane
Casper Lan
Preners
Spence
Nestle Therese
Carroll County
Mizete Maxwell
Wil
Ceeliwes
Lartin
Cernattree
New York City
Mary
Aleem
Wrenn
Fueaaxetas
Rustel Sarre Wes
Pew
Thomas McCrystal
Kier
Bogs Bas
Texas
Apeenaa
Mantetteatrero
Clrsett
Clrsett Bee Pireth
Mike Laced
Deca
Ink
Rew
Nicola Ant
Tatra
Homme
Atlansic
Fatty
Peaittes
Apteer
L B
Bone Prep
Wisters
Cooper
Denys
Triana
Acs
Dat
van Canney
Teetest Micradan
Prrs
Terpete
Th. T
Bay View
Atle
Karnts
Summeriow
Gersragp Lynch
Horton
J. M. Wilsor
Mies
Devas
Fostoria
Hos Omendy
Tisha
Mise Sidney
Miers
Tive Stevldog
Heme
Washer
Wits
Dangeor
Cyveland
He-Oroele
Tee Dade
Baieatios
Christine Gheren Piers
Beth Ben
Fersily's Woods
Makete Stier
Geerey Soy
Piaaielphia
Corel
Ty Rureniey
Jose Naby
Akhter
Avante Og5
Mirea Fae
Neces Owens
Tits Doss
Mires Margaret
Mame Mecoure
Vouilna
Slater
Mere
Speer
Dreier
Mary Mylene
Carpetty Psca Seipale
Mearns
Rotna Stern
Sry
Onihiedene
Kate Donals
Lodl
Chasfield Jennings
Tim
Elia Murphy
Mun|im
Tue Drakener & Seal Tailoring Shop
Williamstown
Hannibal
DR. Kelly
Genta
H.W. Kelly
D.C
Market Street
A. & Procter
J. B. Lowe
Renie
Nero
Warner Sher
Ian
Leon 'Oet
Cowpeal City
Penne
Ratinnte
Terler
Weslytyr
Lee Tenemiena
Ithe Howe
Ate Fxoom
Ashtand
Eileen
Hop
Hop Bint
Chas. R. Goetze
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