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Heppner Gazette
Heppner, Morrow County, Oregon
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In Fairmont, W. Va., on Dec. 17, a relief committee led by Governor Dawson appeals nationwide for funds and donations to aid 250 widows and 1,000 children orphaned by the recent Monongah mine explosion. $50,000 subscribed so far; $200,000 needed.
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Committee Taking Contributions to Be Sent to Monongah.
Fairmont, W. Va., Dec. 17.-The permanent relief committee, headed by Governor Dawson, to provide for the widows and orphans in distress through the recent explosion at the mines of the Fairmont Coal company at Monongah, today prepared an appeal for funds that is being sent to chambers of commerce and kindred organizations all over the country. Contributions of clothing, toys for the orphans at Christmas time and similar donations are to be sent to W. H. Moore, mayor of Monongah, and chairman of the committee, looking after the temporary wants of the victims.
The appeal says that fully 250 widows and 1,000 children are left without any means of support. As near as can be determined, $50,000 from all sources has been subscribed. The committee feels that a total of $200,000 will be required to carry on the relief work. All checks should be made payable to the Monongah Mines Relief committee. J. E. Sands, treasurer, Fairmont, W. Va.
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Primary Location
Monongah, W. Va.
Event Date
Dec. 17
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250 widows and 1,000 children left without support; $50,000 subscribed, $200,000 required for relief
Event Details
Permanent relief committee headed by Governor Dawson prepares appeal for funds sent to chambers of commerce nationwide; contributions of clothing and toys to be sent to W. H. Moore in Monongah; checks payable to Monongah Mines Relief committee, J. E. Sands treasurer