Grafton Traction extends toward Park completion by July fourth
Delayed supplies slow ties poles and rails but rails already along Maple avenue. Poles dug ready for wiring and posts so extension to Grafton Park progresses in step with rail laying. Supt Hartley aims to finish by July 4 weather permitting. grading to park from pavement end already completed.
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GRO! Daily Sentinel
Grafton Traction Company
Grafton Park
Maple Avenue
Traction Co
George L. Hartley
Odd Fellows Celebrate 92nd Anniversary at Wehn Hall
Central Lodge No. 98 LO O F marked 92 years of Odd Fellowship in the United States with a large gathering last evening. Rev E H Waters gave an address and Robert Shaw spoke, followed by a musical program by children and refreshments of ice cream cake oranges and bananas. The event was described as a noble and thoroughly pleasant occasion.
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Central Lodge NO
Daily Sentinel
Central Lodge No. 98
LO. O. F
Odd Fellowship
United States
Wehn Hall
E. H. Waters
U. B. Church
Judge Declares Standard Oil Cannot Be Dissolved
In Washington on May 17, Victor J. Berger of Wisconsin dismissed the Supreme Court action against the Standard Oil Company. He argued that dissolving the company is impossible, comparing it to dissolving the Atlantic Ocean, and said changing ownership would not alter the result.
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Victor Berger
Standard Oil Company
Washington
Atlantic Ocean
Victor J. Berger
Socialist of
Wisconsin
Millionaire heir leaves nurse most of estate
Walter E. Duyrea, son of a starch magnate, died last week and left his estate valued at 1 750 000 to his faithful nurse Elmore Persine who cared for him after a broken neck. The will was filed at Mineola Long Island. He also left 50 000 to a niece and nephew each, 10 900 to one sister and 5 000 to another.
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New York
Elmore Persine
Walter E. Duyrea
Mineola
Long Island
Hotel Gassaway Sold in Public Auction in Elkins
Elkins West Virginia May 17 The Hotel Gassaway a well known local hostelry was sold at public auction Tuesday afternoon. Claude W Maxwell trustee sold to J Spiker of Mill Creek for 36500. The plant is described as complete and the new owner may lease the establishment.
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Elkins
W. Va
Gassaway
Claude W. Maxwell
J. ©. Spiker
Mill Creek
Spiker
Public notice by Crystal Restaurant owner
Rumors spread that Peter Scolarinas sold his candy business after buying the Crystal Restaurant. He states publicly that he has not sold either business and plans to continue operating both as before.
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Peter Scolarinas
Crystal
Grafton Man Under Fire in Charleston Debate
In Charleston on May 17 a Grafton man faced Delegate Wyson amid pressure from Chilton-Watson lobbyists over primary election law. Wyson, a Democrat from Webster County, rejected being steered by the Chilton faction while asserting Democrats want a primary and will oppose adjournment. The piece notes persistent Grafton lobbying in Charleston and ends with a riddle: who is the Grafton man behind the pressure and years of lobbying.
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Charleston
Wysong
Webster County
Chilton-Watson
Hous
Chilton Gang
John T. McGraw
Grafton
Delegate Wysong
W. Va
Senate
Dice
Greenbrier
Judiciary Committee
Campbell
Cabell County
House
Webster
House of Delegates
Republicans Stand Together Over Primary Bill In West Virginia
The Charleston session reports show Republicans united on the proposed primary legislation while Chilton Watson forces push for a convention approach. Senator Clapp of Minnesota spoke on the measure as Democrats show discontent with insurgent opposition, hinting at possible cross votes and a split in alignment.
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Charleston
W. Va
Senate
House of Delegates
Chilton-Watson
Clapp
Minnesota
House
Northwest
Chilton- Watson
Indictment of Three Legislators in Ohio Bribe Scandal
The grand jury indicted Senator Edward T. Crawford of Carroll County Edward J. Evans of Canton and Dr. A. C. Lorey of Ironton on charges of soliciting bribes Each faced 5000 bail for trial Detective W J Burns announced further indictments of grafting legislators are anticipated in Columbus Ohio May 17.
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Columbus
Edward T. Crawford
Carroll County
Edward J. Evans
Canton
A. C. Lorey
Ironton
W. J. Burns
City Tax Notice From H J Pracht City Collector
Notice to taxpayers requiring all taxes owed to be paid by July 1 1911 or legal action including compulsory distraint will be taken. City Collector H J Pracht issues formal demand for timely payment.
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H. J. Pracht
Primary Reform Sparks Legislative Showdown In State
Discussion centers on Governor Glasscock message and party platforms backing a state wide primary bill. Chilton and Watson allies face censure as lawmakers push to honor campaign pledges and avoid adjournment without action. Senator Chilton arrives from Washington signaling opposition to direct primary measures.
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Senator Chilton
Washington
Supreme Court Standard Oil Decision Sparks Debate
Toronto, May 17. William Tennings Bryan criticizes the court ruling as a mixed outcome. He argues the decision's wording broadens trust power and weakens the anti-trust law, urging an amendment to redefine unreasonable restraint of trade to preserve effectiveness. Justice Harlan’s dissent is highlighted for warning of far-reaching consequences.
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Toronto
William Tennings Bryan
Supreme Court
Standard Oil
Harlan
Jenkins & Co Catsup Ad Ends With Odd Claim
An odd vintage advertisement urges readers who ran out of homemade catsup to try Jenkins & Co. Catsup. It ends with a claim of an over 69 to 31 ratio, presenting a bold if unclear sales pitch.
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Jenkins & Co.'s
Wilson urges holding individuals accountable for corporate crimes
Governor Woodrow Wilson told Phi Beta Kappa audiences at the University of California that punishing corporations as entities is futile. He argued fines and charter forfeitures harm individuals who control and lead the firms, urging accountability at the person level for violations and neglect of public interests.
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Berkeley
Cal
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Phi Beta Kappa
University of California
Wilson
Wreck near Haywood injures M. R. crews and breaks engineer
Engineer B. Davis of Maple Avenue in Fairmont suffered a broken leg and two M. R. train crews had minor injuries after a freight wreck near Haywood last evening around seven. The side swipe collision derailed one engine and several cars. The wrecking crew cleared the track and Davis was taken to Miners Hospital by ambulance.
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M. R
Fairmont
B. Davis
Maple Avenue
Haywood
Davis
Templars Leave for Wheeling Parade in State Conclave
DeMolay Commandery No. 11 Knights Templar left at 6 10 am in full regalia for Wheeling to join the state conclave parade. Dr Charles A Sinsel serves as grand prelate and O J Fleming assists in the parade. Grafton likely to be represented among state officers as Wheeling hosts what promises to be the largest meeting yet.
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Demolay Commandery
Wheeling
DeMolay Commandery No
Knights Templar
Vincent
Charles A. Sinsel
West Virginia
O. J. Fleming
Grafton
Wheeling i
The Border Land of the Law and The Glory of Clementina
Melville Davisson Post surveys acts that are crimes and acts that are not under law. William J. Locke begins The Glory of Clementina, a new Spring serial about painter Clementina Wing and Dr Quixtus, in the May 20 Saturday Evening Post. Also notes the nine hour bill limiting women’s work to 54 hours weekly, pending Senate-House agreement.
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Clementina
William J. Locke
Clementina Wing
Quixtus
Mr.Locke
Marcus
Simon
Septimus
Tex
Saturday Evening Post
Columbus
Ohio
Senate
House
Farce in Border Patrol Says Army Officer
A prominent army officer in Galveston on May 17 called the U S border patrol a farce and claimed three million rounds of ammunition and three thousand rifles have been shipped into Mexico. He blamed Texas laws for hampering patrol work by American soldiers.
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Galveston
Texas
United States
Mexico
Merry-go-round brings joy on West Side lot by bridge
A merry-go-round on the West Side lot by the county bridge provides amusement for children. Manager J A Glaze carefully oversees operations and the ride remains popular, reviving the pleasure of classic merry-go-round riding. The Junior C B E Society of St Pauls Ev Lutheran church offers supper in the church lecture room Tuesday at 6 PM.
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J. A. Glaze
B. Spper
C. BE. Socety
St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church
Suppet
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Jubilee
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