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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1908

Page

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Democratic Cohorts Name Hubbard in County Political Appointments

A Harrison county letter contends Congressman Hubbard bends party lines, denouncing a counted “ring” that blocks Republicans while citing Hubbard’s past support for Democrats. It accuses him of selecting like minded allies and criticizes local party silence during the campaign. The piece argues Hubbard lacks party loyalty and has historically supported Democratic nominees.

Hubbard Billy Harrison County Bunty Organization Masters Harrigon County Digoreun Wille Ai Ito Republican Organization Harriton County Hhat Hat ‘Tison Uniute Dt Hubbard Hibbard Bir Hubard Harrison Harrigam County General Grant Mr. Hayes Samuel J. Tilden Mrr. Hubbard Tilden Hayes James G. Blaine Blaine Cleveland First Oxden Invellisancer Hubhard Bolas Mike

Morgantown Votes Republican slate for city offices

Morgantown voters chose Al Layston to serve as mayor and elected a Republican slate including A Robinson Virgil Vandergort Millard Peed A D Hays and George Rogers as council members in a close contest. The state marks its birthday with planned observances as Republicans celebrate the year on June 20.

Morgantown al Layston Morgantows A. Robinson Virsil Vandergort Millard Peed A.D. Hays George Rogers

Local Businessman Declares Bankrupt in Federal Court

Lysander D. Bacon, proprietor of the European Totel of Grattom, has filed a petition in bankruptcy with the federal court. The action targets the Toral business and involves the manager Wrtter Vankesten.

Lysander D. Bacon Totel Grattom Wrtter Vankesten MeCore Tee Feieral Court Hee

Post in Jail for Forgery

Thad Post, arrested in Corpus Christi on a fugitive warrant, is to be returned to his city to face forgery charges. Deputy Wilam Leonard travels to Corpus Christi under a warrant issued by Justice James M. Davis, alleging Post forged John Post’s name to a $250 note for Stewart Trust Company. Post, who fled weeks ago, left debts totaling several thousand dollars, some notes bearing relatives’ names.

Thad Jai ix Corpus Christi Tex Fhagistrate Qhursday AMr_ Post T. Z. Elliott Corpus Christ Barbera County Wilam E Leonard Bing Post Leorued James M. David John Post Stewart Frust Company Osman E. Swarts Dawson Post

Watson Wins Indianapolis GOP Ticket Amid Convention

The Republican state convention nominated the ticket for Indiana in Indianapolis on April 3. James E. Watson of Rustville was named Governor with Freemont Goodwyn as Lieutenant Governor. other posts include Wred A. Sims of Frankfort as Secretary of State and John C. Bilikelm of Washington as Auditor, Oxur Hadley as Treasurer, James Bingham as Attorney General, Geo. W. Self of Corydon as Reporter of the Supreme Court, Lawrence Turnay of Anderson as Superintendent of Public Instruction, and J. L. Peets of Kosomo as State Statistician.

Indianapolis Ini James E. Watson Rusteville Freemont Goodwyn Williamsport Lawrence E Turnay Anderson J. L. Peets Kosomo

Strike Proclaimed as Troops Fire on Rioters in Rome

In Rome on April 3 a general strike was proclaimed amid riots after troops fired on demonstrators yesterday, killing one rioter and wounding several others. The garrison remained on alert to preserve order.

Rome Associated Prem

Ship's Crew Drowns Near Isle of Wight

A torpedo boat and its escort vessel Berwick collided off the Isle of Wight during a naval engagement. The crew of the destroyer Tiger perished, with reports confirming several fatalities and missing sailors amid the rough sea conditions.

Aspociatea Portsmoots Eng Maetainsie Tor Urstroyer Tiger Ine of Wight Berwick Hwa

Deputy Hupp Targets Preston County Violator Ring

ICRP reports Deputy Memhar E D Hupp will pursue suspects in Preston County after a meeting in Elkins He plans to seize the violator and associates and transport them to Whaeline for federal court proceedings.

United States Memhar E. D. Hupp Todas Preston County Nliis Mn Simpson Elkins Whaeline

Primary Election Rumors Stir Harrison County Controversy

The Intelligencer accuses a Republican “ring” of trying to colonize voters in Harrison County with little evidence. It notes conflicting registration and vote counts, claims 125 voters registered in one ward while 384 votes were cast by Republicans, and reports Democrats distributing Hubbard campaign buttons to mock Republicans.

Intelligencer Clarkshoro Harrison County Republican Committee Aso Clarksburg Ward Iast

City Registration Window Closes Tonight at 9

The city registration office in room 12 Ffo troan Hall will close tonight at 9 o'clock. Unregistered residents may vote on election day by presenting their information at the polling place and swearing to it before witnesses. Act now to avoid delays.

Hoffman Hall

W. C. T. U. Holds Regular Meeting at Mrs Waters Home

The W C T U met in regular session at president Mrs E Waters home in Stexley with several visitors present. The meeting featured varied discussions, union work, and a brief address by W W Brannon of Weston on Friday in the city.

E ._ Waters Stexley Weinz W.W. Brannon Weston, Spea Ity

Populists finalize platform for convention in St. Louis

The Populist platform was completed this morning in St. Louis. It calls for government money issued directly to the people, federal ownership of railroads and public utilities, and opposition to the Aldrich bill. The platform also backs the employer mobility act, parcels post, initiative and referendum, and curbs on courts overruling laws. Honecker of New Jersey was elected permanent chairman amid opposition, and the resolutions report was read.

Iy Associated Press ST. Louis Aldrich Bilb Fowler Pit Governmmt Committee On Permanet George A. Honnecker New Jersey

Novelty Cow Race Tonight at the Me Coliseum

A novelty race at the Me Coliseum features top rink performers entering, with starts at 9 o clock. A large crowd is expected for the lighthearted event and tickets for the season finale will be awarded to the winner.

Seawon Me Coliseum

Judge Goff Returns Home in Good Health

Judge Nathan Goff arrived back from Philadelphia this morning to the relief of the home city. After months of quiet rest he is reported in fine health and receive warm welcomes from locals.

Nathan Goff Philadelphia

Harrison County Republicans face postmaster appointment row

The Harrison county Republican Executive Committee is debated over postmaster recommendations and party service. Harmer and Taw oppose Hazlett while the Wheeling Intelligencer asks Republicans to state their stance clearly. The piece argues for party regularity and merit in appointments amid internal divisions.

Wheeling Clerkebarn Che Olly Republican Party Harrison County Zindbach Harrison Republican Executive Committee Meric Harvey W Harmer J. Ed. Taw Wheeling Intelligencer Hazlett Hubbard

Morris Losis Defeated in Ritchie County Primary

In the Ritchie county Republican primary Presley W. Morris of Parkersburg loses to Mary Woodyard of Roane. Morris long headed the Tea dine party in Harrisville and was tied to Mitchie affairs though often based in Parkersburg. Nominations include Sheriff John Holderman Circuit Clerk H I McGinnest County Clerk W R Meservie and Burton, with Sherman Robinson.

Harrisville Ritchie County Presley W. Morris Parkersburg Marry Woodyard Roane County Morris Hargiille Parkershore State Journal Mitchie Woodyard Morris Teaders Sherif John Holderman H. I. McGinnest W. R_ Meservie Burton Sherman Robinso

Merchant Tailor Busy With the Easter Trade

Mr Jy Tern stein a merchant tailor keeps busy with Easter trade. He prints ink freely and turns out many handsome spring and summer suits. Bernstein is noted as successful and thoroughly knowledgeable in the business, rapidly building a popular trade.

Jy Ternstein Bernstein

Funeral of A. J. Kellerman Held at Conception Church

Funeral services for A. J. Kellerman were held Friday morning at 10 o clock at the Church of the Immaculate Conception on Werninger Street. The rites included a Holy Communion. The deceased died at his home Wednesday and the services followed at the parish church.

J. A Kellerman Werninger Sibrais

Democratic state committee fixes convention sites and dates

The Democratic state committee met in Parkersburg yesterday afternoon and set dates for conventions. The state nominating convention is planned for July 28, with a Wheeling meeting on May 6. District gatherings are scheduled for May 30 at Fairmont, and events at Gratton, Hines, Dartersburg and Point Pleasant. The committee, led by John T. McGraw, includes Griffon Vance and many others. Speaker Cornwall announced another run for office.

Democratic State Committee Parkernborg Wheeling Sim Bate Fairmont Gratton Carl Vance Clark Blain W. Taylor Elkies Toi Davis Keywr Wyndham Stokes Welch CL Walker Silipers Moundsvile William H. Sawyer Slinton Jobe J. Cornwall Tor

Memorial Sermon for United Commercial Travelers at Clarkaburs Council

A memorial sermon will be preached at the Chief Episcopal Church by the rector the Rev James Po Plum imer for the Clarkaburs Council of United Commercial Travelers. Members will attend to commemorate colleagues who died last year.

Chief Episcopal James Po Plumimer Clarkaburs Council of United Commerce Traveelery

Bishop Gravatt Coming to West Virginia Parish

Fragmented notice states Bishop Gravatt of the Diocesan region will visit a West Virginia church parish next Saturday for evening services and perform a confirmation. oblique mention of typhoid patient and health concerns included in the damaged text.

WL DL. Grants Dioces West Virginia Willist Crist Sandi

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Grant Bacon Texas Watson Indiana Hubbard’s Trust Campaigh Clarksburgh Republlicans Warlett W. C. TU Meeting Harmer Law Morris Losis Ritchie Harry Woodyard Congress A. J. Kellerman Bishop Gravatt Geors Goblin Be. C Eiper
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