State Board of Trade meeting closes in Clarkeburg banquet
Clarkeburg Nov 12 The State Board of Trade closed its fourth annual meeting with a banquet at the Waldo hotel. Officers were elected and duties assigned as committees urged legislative action. A weekly journal during the session was proposed to publish the real intent of proposed laws. The next meeting is set for Hartmet on October 2, 1999.
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Clarkeburg
State Board of Trade
Waldo Hotel
Hartmet
W. A. McCorkle
Charleston
R. B. Naylor
Wheel Ing
APPLICATION REFUSED BY COUNTY COURT OVERMENT OF COMMITTEE
The county court in special session refused the application to appoint a committee to manage the affairs of Lemuel E B Reynolds deemed of unsound mind. The court held Reynolds’s condition not warranting guardianship, despite concerns about mind at times. Hugh Warder represented the plaintiffs and A W Burdette for the defendant. commissioners Jefferys and Gans presided. Campbell’s robbery report notes entry to FR & C yards tool house. theft included valuables and a diamond glass cutter. A notice to creditors of John O Cheno weth deceased requests claims be presented by December 28, 1908, to C C Lawson, commissioner, at his office in es in county, witnessed by J Frank Wilson. Clerk J Frank Wilson, November 11, 1868.
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Lemuel EB. Reynols
Hugh Warder
A.W. Burdette
Jefferys and
Gans
John O. Chenoweth
Circuit Court
County of Tay- Tor
C. C. Lawson
Esi Nannty
J. Frank Wilson
Bald Court
F. Bailey
Tragic Beverly Fire Claims Five Rice Children
A devastating house fire in Beverly destroys a home and kills five Rice children aged seven, six, four, three, and three months. Mrs. Rice lies unconscious in hospital as firefighters battle stubborn flames and neighbors mourn the loss amid reports of damage to adjacent property.
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Worth Bucke
Rice
Davis Memorial Hospital
Western Maryland
Hayes to race Italian rival in 24 mile marathon
Johnny Hayes, Olympic marathon hero, signs to race Pietri Duranda in a 24 mile event at Madison Square Garden on November 25. Duranda arrives with manager Pat Powers. Duranda hopes to beat Hayes if possible. Duranda’s side plans preparation in New York with manager Nephora and promoter Warry Potink. A drug ad for Pink Pain Tablets follows the sports item.
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New York
Johnny Hayes
Pietri Duranda
Haltery
Amit Yached Acrega
Hayes
Merathon Eictonea
Duranda
America
Big Brother
Nephora
Tentonia
Plotri
Manaver
Wil Tater
Sunny Traty
Froveg
Tie Hatha
Doranso
Pat Powers
Warry Potink
Thornton A fine son arrives at Clark Bailey home
A birth welcomed at the Clark Bailey home on Thursday morning. Various visitors from Grafton and nearby towns were noted, including Mrs. W. B. Fauley and Miss Estelle Benneman. Clergy Rev G W Annon departed for Hammond to lead meetings in the German Baptist church. Local residents George Grenneman, Clarence Sillman, and Mrs. Henry Grenneman visited, while Rev M Knotts and wife and daughter Mrs Custer spent Sunday with John McCartney’s family. Thomas Williams returned Tuesday from Ohio amid local business plans. Dr. Eine’s New Tite Pils advertised with a note on medicinal claims.
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Clark Bailey
W. B. Fauley
Grafton
Estelle Benneman
Garrett
Ind
G. W. Annon
Hammond
German Baptist Church
George Grenneman
Clarence Sillman
Henry Grenneman
M. Knotts
Custer
John McCartney
George Wolf
W. J. Painter
Thomas Williams
Ohio
Jane Keener
A. L. Blue
Grace Painter
Henry Cramer
BE. M. Cassell
J. L. Whitman
Enola Wacner
Clinton Shroyer
Devers
Welcom
Irvin Kinter
Alfedy
Martha Poo
Keener
William Travis
James Neo
Bumpers
Lozan Trader
Amor Keener
Ed. Ware
East Eld
Kate Langen
Dunbar
Langen
Mary
S. B. Ayers
Lola
Lou Ayres
Mr. Summers
White Day
Emery Henderson
West Virginia urged to become great manufacturing state
In Clarksburg on November 11 Hon. Henry G. Davis urged WV’s potential as a manufacturing hub noting the state’s 100 mile reach to Atlantic ports and proximity to the Great Lakes. He warned coal output stagnation, called for keeping gas at home, opposed the two cent rail rate, and urged fair treatment of corporations and stronger laws to boost employment and wages.
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Clarksburg
Henry G. Davis
State Board of Trade
West Virginia
Ohio River
Great Lakes
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Ilinois
Dela
Pendleton
Hardy
Randolph
Tucker
The
Sentinel
Davis
Uncle Gassaway
Engineer's valor saves passengers on freight train
On a northbound Cincinnati line a broken driving rod shattered the cab as the wheel turned. Engineer Burton regained control, shut off steam, and stopped the train, saving lives despite being knocked down three times. Fireman Flannigan was hurled from the cab with broken ribs and other injuries. The passengers only learned of the danger after the train halted in Wapakoneta, five miles north.
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Wapakoneta
Burton
Cincinnati
Pasengers
Flannigan
Beign
Box of Stamped Envelopes Stolen from Webster Post Office Found
A full box of 600 stamped envelopes stolen from the Webster post office was found along the Baltimore & Ohio railroad tracks between here and Webster yesterday. Bloodhounds pointed toward Grafton, and no thieves have been traced since the morning after the robbery. The envelopes were in fair condition, and investigators believe the robbers were safe- blwers.
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Webster
Baltimore & Ohio
Here
Grafton
Sheriff Means
Glasscock Spent About 1600 On Governor Campaign
Morgantown Nov 11 Acc to expenses in curred by Governor Elect Glasscock the office cost him about 1600 More than half 1000 was his personal contribution to the state committee at Clarksburg The remainder about 600 paid for a month long tour of the state The statement prepared by his private secretary M J Malamphy not yet sworn will be sent from Hot Springs where the next governor will recuperate Glasscock and Malamphy left Tuesday on the M & K for Hot Springs aboard a fast B & O train east
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Morgantown
Glasscock
Clarksburg
Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral Ad Previewed Cough Remedies
An old advertisement extols Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral as a remedy for severe coughs that irritate the throat and lungs. It urges readers to consult a doctor for such conditions and mentions using the medicine as regu lar treatment.
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Ayer
Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral and Pills Adverts Slant
Ayer's Cherry Pectoral claims effectiveness only if bowels are regular and cautions doctors to consider Ayer's Pills for liver sluggishness. Advertisement by J. C. Ayer Co. Lowell, Massachusetts.
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Ayer
J. C. Ayer Co
Lowell, Baas
Stout Narrowly Missed For Grafton Justice Seat
James H. Stout, longtime Grafton resident and B&O employee, ran twice for Justice of the Peace. In 1904 he fell short by six votes, after a recount increased the margin against him to eight. In the recent election he trailed Justice Morris by eight, then a recount reduced Morris margin to three, leaving Stout still defeated. Both men are well known locally and have many supporters.
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Daily Sentinel
James H. Stout
Grafton
Col Stout
Justice of the Peace
Stout
Col. Stout
Justice Morris
Mr. Stout
Squire Morrin
If You Are Over Fifty Read This Kidney Remedy Ad
An old advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Remedy cures kidney and bladder disorders for those over fifty. It promises to restore vitality and strength through a daily regimen, urging readers to start taking the remedy now as shown by the text from Strother & McPartin.
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Kitney
Foley
Strother & McPartin
B and O Officials Plan Expensive Equipment Needs
Bal timore and Ohio Railroad heads of departments prepare lists of requirements for costly equipment. Training and procurement plans accompany the review as the railroad seeks to upgrade operations amid rising costs and regulatory considerations.
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Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
B&O plans major purchases as part of improvements
In a 1909 outline the railroad company will submit to Third Vice President G. L. Potter plans for buying locomotives freight cars steel rails ties and other equipment. Expenditures are estimated in the millions and the move renews hope for Grafton improvements including a new depot and yard expansions driven by a bright trade outlook.
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G. L. Potter
Grafton
Social notes from Blueville and nearby towns
Blueville residents and guests share visits and calls across Grafton Dunbar and Keen er, with several families relocating and plans to resume work. Governor Dawson’s health improves, doctors report recovery from a serious illness as he nears return to state duties.
Governor Dawson to Return to Charleston
Morgantown, Nov 11. Governor William M.O. Dawson has recovered sufficiently to return within days from Asheville and resume duties in Charleston. Ex Governor A. B. White conveyed word to Governor-Elect Glasscock by long distance that Dawson has shaken off the illness and improved enough for doctors to permit his return. Upon arrival, he will map out the next session’s work. The news has pleased friends statewide.
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Dawson
yFtate
Morgantown
William M.O. Dawson
Asheville
D. C
Charleston
Glasscock
A. B. White
White
Charlsatont
Agheville
Solons
State Board Ad Trade Meeting Highlights West Virginia Hope
The State Board of Trade session in Clarke sburg drew West Virginia leaders and industrial reps. Ex Governor Fleming of Fairmont and Henry G. Davis spoke on optimistic prospects while Dr I C White warned of resource waste. He urged forest reforestation coal and oil conservation and legislative action to curb waste before the state’s economy collapses.
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State Board of Trade
Clarkesburg
Commonwealth
West Virginia
Fleming
Fairmont
Henry G. Davis
J. C. White
State University
I. C. White
Fairmont Coal Company
Pennsylvania
Tir Vite
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Cough and Lung Relief
An advertisement claims Foley's Honey and Tar cures persistent coughs and lung ailments by killing germs and healing the lungs. It emphasizes the yellow package from Strother & McFarlin as the genuine product.
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Foley
Strother & McFarlin
Carroll in Hock Over Custody Fight
The Clarksburg Telegram reports Charles Carroll of Graf ton, whose wife obtained a divorce in Taylor county, was locked in jail Tuesday by Constable Andrew Lyon for a hearing before Justice Gordon on a charge of disorderly conduct amid a custody dispute over his four year old daughter. Mrs Carroll arrived in the city Tuesday morning with an order from the Taylor county circuit court.
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Clarksburg
Charles Carroll
Grafton
Taylor County
Andrew Lyon
Gordon
Mtrs. Carroll
Fire Flares as West Virginia Forest Blaze Threatens Town
Nov 10 Charleston report describes mountainside fires near the Kanawha River twenty miles south of the city. Four cabins burned. Agnew Electric plant protected. Hunters blamed for setting fires. a woman narrowly escaped. Roosevelt urged as U.S. Senator. local editor voices stance against gas export.
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Charleston
W. Va
Kanawha River
Fie
Agnew Electric Company
Novaluaaie T
Custody fight ends with child returned to mother
Judge awards custody to the mother after a lengthy legal battle in Taylor County circuit court. Constable Lyon retrieved the child from Carroll at Grafton, then to Magistrate Gordon, as Carroll caused a disturbance and was jailed. The mother, employed at Gratton Banking and Trust, had previously been granted custody.
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Taylor County
Lyon
Gordon
Carrol
Mareh
Carroll
Gratton Banking & Trust Company
Firat Ward
Clarksburg
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