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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31
The snanishburg "a prospectors a

The Span1shburg oil prospectors arc
reported to be experiencing serious
difficulties by striking cavaties in drill
ing and their work has suffered a Sc
we're setback, says the Princeton cor.
respondent of the Blueaeld Telegraph.
The we'll had, been bored to a depth
OF 2,540E feet, when the walls fell IN
and set them back to work again at a
depth Of 1900 feet. It is said that they
struck a cave which seemed to be
about 600 feet in depth and they spent
several weeks in The effort to con'
crete It. They went through the con
GREETING process three times, and each
times drilling was resumed the walls
would fall in. They hope to have the
we'll encased again ready for work In
a few days. About the time the olg
cave.in occurred they had struck
what they say was tho cap over an
oil pocket and they r said to be
hopeful of making a: big oil strike.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

raised by her aunt, Miss Mary Coke.
ley, OF Route !. The lemon was Of
the ponderosa variety, and would just
go into q quart cup. Miss Cokeley also
has IN orange tree, which is bearing,
having about SO oranges on It."
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31
AMOUNTAIN FOR A MONUMENT.

samHnxearthI IS dotted with many a marvellous monu.
msnt8 andstonb. The pyramids, the mausoleum Of
AGlteaEaassus. the Tai Mahal, Napoleons crypt,
andsthet hin8high. shaft to Washington are all beautiful.
dMnsssntg typesgof the memorials man has set up to the
Snset dsad.s88
since thsSexecution Of Edith oavel, the Red Cross
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Among jobs that we are glad we escaped is that of
sitting on the jury which picked the prince Of Liars
from the field Of contestants. #
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Keystone State is getting to be a modernized common
wealth. ].
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Why in the dickens do most OF us
Fairmonters insist on sitting when the
orchestra starts "The Star Spanked
Banner" Fine bunch Of Americans
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Just haven't got nerve enough t
call that beautiful widow a bootleg
geress."
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31
Of the Zulus; but we can't get away
with stuff in this mans village.

That duck who has been vcnturing
on Main street with an overcoat ana
a straw hat doesn't know how near
he is to his Maker.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

When somebody invents a cucumber1Hayored chewing
gum. 1t, will be correct to advertise. Chew this gum, the
flavor lasts.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Being faquisltive we ask, "Why
hasn't that jug Of rum been removed
from Squire Jennings office weeks
ago. as he has been all other intoxt-
cants?"
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

At tho recent session in Alexandria,
Va, Of Baltimore Conference. NJ. 2.
Church. South, there were 10 men
present who were in attendance at the
conference in Alexandria Is years ago,
and one Of them was e. Kregloe. Of
Shepherdstown. w. Va, and another,
William Hedges, of M~artinsburg.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

IlThore has been but one addition
to the city of Parkersburg carrier
force since 1904, although the city has
almost doubled in that time"
Been eating green apples.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Wesleyan's baseball crew is evidently trying to beat
out the Chicago Cubs for consecutive games lost.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Charleston men are the principals
in the organization Of the Charleston
Steel company, a $400, 900 corporation,
which was issued a charter Monday,
and expects to build a large steel plant
In the vicinity OF that city within the
next few months. For some time the
building OF the plant has been under
consideration by Charleston and New
York capitalists. The situation was
thoroughly %canvassed and because OF
an abundance OF gas for fuel, cheap
river transportation and adequate rail.
road facilities, the Kanawha valley
was chosen for the location OF the
plant. The incorporates r all Char
lesion mem: their names are: H. G.
Scott, John L. Dickerson, 1. Schwabe,
r. A.. shott, Walter S. Hardy and Ed
ward M, Burdette.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

No sense in girls wearing such high
top shoes Just when the style Is to
wear short skirts.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

More Aeroplanes Sent to Pershing. What are they
trying to do. get the general up in the air?
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Three "buns" ana a deputy sheriff arrested a woman
on a b. q o. train wednesday night. Guess the next
time a man is arrested. it win be necessary to call out
the militia.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Mark Twains daughter says he was a pessimist. Well,
II some one will make up a pessmtst ticket, we will vote
It. That is how much we think Of Marks daughter.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Blues funds are said to be running low. AS the urchin
would say, me and you both, kid
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

New directors Of the Virginian
Power company, which operates pow
err plants in Kanawha county and else.
where in this state, we're elected a.
q meeting of the stockholders held IN
Boston last week. They are: John L,
Dickerson, w. O.tAbney, r. G. Gossler.
George P. Tobey, II. G. Scott, George
D. Baker and f. B. Lasher.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31
and also the other boys. Let me hear
from you once in a while.
I remain your sincere friend,
RENNJE KATIE.

City Health OFFICER NJ. F. Hanna,
states that there is between 80 and 50
cases of measles under quarantine at
Moundsviile, with many mlldes cases
that wills also be q~uarantined. An et-
fort is being made to keep all children
who have them or have been exposed,
til remain away from other cdt!dren.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

The high price of gasoline has reused United States
senator's. Some Of them must have cars.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

"Luther Fletcher was at Fairmont
last week from Saturday until Tues.
.day."-Triune Items.
Put a little ammonia in that I'm a
little dizzy.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Poor old o. B. has been sued again. Just one durn
suit after another
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

That Federal building site which is
to cost $12,150' in New Martinsville is
taking several guns and much ammuni.
ton for the boys in blue or Khaki in
Mexico.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

II take Off my hat to your city,
DR.. T. T. Martin.
He'll get coal smoke in his hair If
he does.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

speaking of the "Triumvirate" not
being mentioned. Didn't notice any
thing about the 262 pints in Mother
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Honored by the members OF the 20.
lice department. which appointed him
a committee OF one 10 name the new'
arrival In the family Of Bridget and
Joe, police monkeys. Mayor$Edmond
Sehoi, OF Huntington, Monday morn.
ing dubbed the little arrival In the
monkey house sPoIlyn. When asked
whatRSukgested such b name 70 him,
,the8Mayor IS said TO have answered:
IL namedfh9r in h6norofSC Commission:
or Polloesito Rhomttb0pafantHnrond,
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

vllla. seems to be q very slippery greaser.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

willie Rumble? If he doesn't the
furnace will.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

The strife ofS high school students
at MoundByill6Ets over. After remain.
ing out Until . O'Clock for several
morninbg they decided that perhaps
the better plan would be to obey the
neW order dSSteport for duty at $40
p'cloek.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

How a fellow can object to white
stockings on the ground that they are
too conspicuous is over u head.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

"The Hays family moved from the
Willie Rumble farm to the furnace one
day last week.'-Triune Items.
This should be in the obituary col
umn.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

All rool's Day. Guess that lets everybody in.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Health Hint: To remove dandrutf
shave all the hair of the head, paint
the scalp with glue. When glue dries,
pull It OF, dandruff will come with It.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

No nominate for the next victim Of
the Fool Killer the guy who sits at
lunch counters and airs his digestion
troubles.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

ly displayed their new child on the
day of her BIRTH.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31
RUFF STUFF
BY RED.

# I#.NNa y. En.H H|HWN N=HH.EaN
The officers Blue has employed are
in many cases worse than those he
has detailed them to catch, so the lack
Of funds in Charleston comes as joyful
news.
Nine Of the 269 pints were missing
when the cops turned the goods over
to the Lilleys of the b~ootlegger's val
ley.
After all wrecks comes Old Man In.
vestigation who falls down on about
every job Of expost facto work he
straits.
we know the prince OF Liars"
No, not Kip Fleming-not Lyle Wat
AS a man is entitled to his constitu-
'tiona1 rights we refuse to commit our.
selves.
No nominate for the next victim Of
the Fool Killer the guy who sits at
lunch counters and airs his digestion
troubles.
.H# ! 4IE 14dSb 4hu444S ASNSA Vh4 GAS
Willie Rumble farm to the furnace one
day last week."-Triune Items.
This should be in the obituary col
umn.
willie Rumble? If he doesn't the
furnace will.
speaking Of the "Triumvirate" not
being mentioned. Didn't notice any
thing about the 262 pints in Mother
Goose.
II take off my hat to your city,
DR.. T. T.. Martin.
He'll get coal smoke in his hair If
he does.
Luther Fletcher was at Fairmont
last week from Saturday until Tues.
day."-Triune Items.
Put a little ammonia in that I'm a
little dizzy.
That Federal building site which is
to- cost $12,150l in4New Martinsville is
taking several guns and much ammuni-
ton for the boys in blue or Khaki in
Mexico.
Being faquisltive we ask, why
"
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Every wreck has its probe.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

with last years Panama reblocked
and an IS Palm Beach suit we'd be
taken for a millionaire in the land
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Swat the ny.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

The days OF popularity of cocklght.
ing in Charleston and nearby towns
fully a decade ago, were recalled by
a report from Wayne county OF a main
staged on a houseboat Sunday morn.
ing, OF the Wayne county banks, says
the Charleston Mail. It Is said that $50
birds were entered, and that fully half
that number were killed. Sports en-.
tered their best from Cincinnati, Gov.
ington, Ashland, Galllpolig, Hunting.
ton, Cabin Creek and other places.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

After an existence Of 20 years and
more without one, Kenova IS to have
. cemetery. Articles OF incorporation
were filed at, Charloston and q charter
ISSUED at tho office Of the Secretary
Of State to the Wpodmont Cemetery
company Of Kenova, with an, authorl.
zedG capital stock OF 10000. The in
1corporators are8M. Brot, OF Hunting.
ton and 7. NJ. Got, Joseph Miller. W.
r. Wilson. and J. Miller Jackson. Of
KenoyG.
The company has q tract Of ten
acres on the hill south OF Kenova,
available by the Woodland road, from
which the nav cemetery takes It's
name.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

we know the prince OF Liars"
No, not Kip FIeming-not Lyle Wat
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

try a WANT 40.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

watch your step tomorrow.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

After all wrecks comes Old Man In.
vestigation who falls down on about
every job Of expost facto work he
straits.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

son.
AS a man is entitled to his constitu-
tiona1 rights we refuse to commit our.
selves.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

The untire affair Is very depIorable, but from the early
reports It would seem that a slip Of mechanism, rather
than a Luman error. was to blame for the tragedy at
Amherst.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-03-31

Nine Of the 269 pints were missing
when the cops turned the goods over
to the Lilleys of the b~ootlegger's val
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
Italy to Have Equal Voice on Peace Plans
 Now, Says Minister

Milan. Italy. Aug. 30-Finance Min ister Meda, who represents the Roman Catholic party in the cabinet but was speaking officially for the Italian gov ernment, said last night:
 ''The main reason why Italy de- clared war on Germany is that unless she did so she would not have had an equal voice with Great Britain and France in the peace negotiations.
 Furthermore, Roman Catholics, who for time stood for neutrality, now realize the purpose of the war is to establish the force of right over the right of force.
 "It is an illusion to believe that with the coming of peace the desires of the paci1sts will r. realized that after the iron age will come the golden age. After it's present terrible experience Europe must prepare to prevent it's recurrence, otherwise it must despair forever of social pro- gress."
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
FIRST VICTIMS OF PLAGUE ARE RID OF DISEASE
Edith Fullen and William Rynne, Found Ill July 4,
 Recover.

Edith Fullen of 96 Union avenue and William Rynne of 1Y9 Main street the first two cases discovered here ir the poliomyelitis epidemic. have re- covered, after having been under quarantine since July 4.
 Quarantine was raised at their homes today. It was lifted also at the homes of Alice Primavero, ITS Poplar street, Frederick Wheeler, 7G Laurel avenue. Leonard Whitehead 160 Jackson avenue and John Hide brand, 47 Parallel street.
 New York, Aug. 30.-The confidence of health department officials that the epidemic of infantile paralysis was under control was shaken today by another increase in the number of cases reported. There were 89 against 73 yesterday. The deaths were 22 against g yesterday for the "A hours ending at 10 a. m.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
C. T. A. U. CONVENTION
 CLOSES IN TORRINGTON

Torrington, Aug. 30.-The c. T. A. U. convention closed yesterday afternoon after a successful two days meeting.
 The last thing on the program was the election of officers and the selection
 of a place to hold the annual field day. Middletown and Torrington were the principal contestants for this hon. or.
 The officers elected were: Spiritual director, Bishop John J. Milan; presi- dent, Rev. John J. Fitzgerald, PeQuon- mock; first vice-president, John w. Hibbert, Bridgeport: second vice-pres- ident, Miss Anna Hayes, New Britain; third vice-president, Miss Catherine Blake, New Haven; state editor, Miss Margaret McCassrey, New London; secretary, Frank J. Kinney, Branford; treasurer, James M. Jonhson, Middle town; delegates to the national con- vention, Frank Grippe, Middletown: Miss May Delohery, Danbury. and William Degman, Derby. Nearly all of the above were reelected from last year. Torrington was selected for the 1917 field day and parade. The Nau- gatuc Society worked hard to get the next convention, out Torrington won, 79 to 73, on the balloting.
 Two resolutions were adopted. one be- ing that all publications. attacking the Catholic church be barred from the mails, and the other recommend ing that the organization join the Fed eration of Catholic Societies. A pro- position to adopt a standard unifron n for the Cadets Society of the church was defeated. An amendm' mt to the constitution providing for a state councillor. was also defeated.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
AWAKES IN TIME
 TO SAVE FAMILY
 FROM DROWNING
Barge Captain Finds Barge Sinking at Its Dock and.
 Cabin Door Stuck.

Penned in the cabin of a submerged barge as the tide rose last night. Cap tain John Curley of the vessel George T. Monk managed to awaken his wife and child with difficulty and extricate them from their perilous position.
 The Monk, which is loaded with 800 tons of coal, lies a submerged wreck at the Vincent Brothers coal pockets, Cedar Creek. Wrecking crews of the Bridgeport Towing Co. will raise her on the low tide today.
 The Monk was lowed to this port yesterday afternoon. It is believed that at extreme low tide the boat list ed far over. Captain Curley with his wife and child retired at an early hour last night. About midnight, at the rise of the tide he was awakened by water which rose to the level of his lower bunk. He jumped out to find himself waist deep in the water. He found the cabin door had warped and it could not be opened.
 Waking his wife and child he dragged them to a window port. He was aided in smashing by his wife. followed by Mrs. Curley and pulled himself through. He managed to reach the dock by means of a highly frightened hawser. The boat was sub- merged before he found accommoda- tions nearby. All were wet and their belongings are damaged.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
Baby Daughter of
 Policeman Sheridan
 Dies; Two Weeks Ill

Mildred, two-year-old daughter of Policeman and Mrs. Earth olomew Sheridan of S4 Bell street, succumhed at her late home last evening after an illness of two weeks. The many friends of Patrolman Sheridan are ex- tending him their sympathy in his sad bereavement. Sheridan Is a popular member of the police de partmAnt and his brother members of the department have sent him con- dolences.
 Before his appointment to the DO. lice department Sheridan wes night foreman at the barns of the Connec- dcut Co.,, where he had been employ ed for upwards of 16 years and today 8 delegation from the Trolleymen's union called at his home to extend their sympathies.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
Dr. Flexner Reported
 Aboard Visiting Tug

The well-appointed tug Charles H. McWilliams of the Red Ball line came to this city yesterday, not with tow, but carrying on board a party of New York shipping men. among whom are said to be the largest and best known shipping men of the east. Charles Mc- Williams, owner of the line, was lost and many New York city officials were reported aboard as well as Dr. Simon Flexner, the noted epidemiolo- gist.
 The boat touched at many sound ports enroute to Bridgeport and only landed her for supplies. later visiting Black Rock harbor. Local shipping men denied that the trip had refer- ence to the establishment of any new waterfront enterprise in this section. The guests were entertained royalty while on board the big tug.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
.CozY" Do1AN's wANDERINGs

A wanderer on the baseball map, who has eaten meal in nearly every league north of the Ohio and east of the Rockies, is "Cozy" Dolan, pas timing this year with the Indianapolis Hoosiers. Dolan got his first chance to shine in fast company just seven years ago today, when Cincinnati bought him from Rockford. He had previously pastimed with Oshkosh, Lacrosse and Milwaukee. "Cozy" did n't fit into the Red scheme of things, and he was sent to Denver in 1910, but recalled by the Reds in August, after having played a. fine game at third and batted .296 in the Western League. In 1911 Dolan was turned over to the Jersey City Skeeters, and in the latter part of August was sold to the New York Americans. In June of 1912 Cozy was transferred to Roch- ester, and at the close of the season was drafted by the Phillies. He re- mained a Quaker until August, 1913. when he was traded to the Pirates. The Cardinals had him in 1914 and 1915, using him principally in the outfield, but this year Dolan went back to the American Association.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
BUILDING NOTES

Permits for buildings the aggregate cost of which will be $9,694 were 1s' sued last nigh ht by the board of build | ing commissioners. The permits were J. B. Gaylord, one-family house east side of Denver avenue. J. E. Gaylord, one-family house, eas' | side Denver avenue. Joseph Simone, private garage, wes' ! side Baldwin street. George Mccarthy, addition to pri' vate garage, 929 Iranistan avenue. J. H. McMurray alterations on avenue.
 Samuel Lew, three-story brlck building, north side Taft avenue.
 Gilman estate, two-family house, north side Harborview avenue.
 F. M. Briger, one-family house, north side Goldenrod avenue.
 Mrs F. w. Read, frame residence, west side Laurel avenue.
 A. c. Zones, private garage, east side Park avenue.
 B.. w. Dixon, private garage, south side Woodl; d avenue.
 Michael Robstock, three-story brick building, north side Berkshire avenue.
 Roland Martin, private garage, west side Fifth street.
 James Dalton, two-family house, north side North avenue.
 John and Margaret Bifield, frame garage, west side Central avenue.
 Phillip Wilkins, one-family house, south side Cleveland avenue.
 Ebert S. Adams, rear veranda and stairs, west side Denver avenue.
 Charles Gregory, brick factory building, north side Reamer street.
 F. w. Rich, portable office, west side Fourth street.
 w. A. Orlin, one-story store, north side Putnam street.
 American Chain Co.,, one-story and basement of brick and concrete, north side Connecticut avenue.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30

Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound would cure it. It helped both the Change of Life and the tumor and when got home did not need the doctor. l took the Pinkham remedies until the tumor was gone, the doctor said, and have not felt it since. I tell every one how I was cured. If this letter will help others you are welcome to use it. |" Mrs. E. H. BEAN, 525 Joseph Avenue, Nashville, Tenn.
 Lydia B. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound, pure remedy containing the extractive properties of good old fash toned roots and herbs, meets the needs of woman's system at this critical period of her life. Try it.
 If there is any symptom in your case which puzzles you, write to the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.,, Lynn. Mass.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-08-30
Plan Immediate
 Development of
 State St. Realty

Activity in realty in State street for large development has begun. Among purchases this week for immediate improvement is the southwest corner of Lafayette and State streets, pur- chased from William Spargo by Frank Jacoby, the Broad street clothing merchant This big plot of ground with the old Sterling homestead covers a frontage of 88 feet on State street with a depth of 110 feet on Lafayette. The property will be re- built for stores and apartments.
 Henry Saltman and H. Friedman have purchased the City Auction room at 296 States treet from Henry c. Sanford. It is reported that they will at once destroy the old buildings that have long stood in that section and will rebuild into a brick block with stores and apartments above.
 Henry Schurr, the commission mer- chant of Pembroke street, has pur- chased the Julius Nussenfeld prop erty at 1S0 West Liberty street.