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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
4
The April 1903 Telegram reports a lively Huntington primary with Democratic slates, voter turnout and accusations of ballot irregularities. Candidates, including Truman Lynch and Coffman, win recognition while debates focus on saloon licenses and the new mayoral race.
The text references candidates for the primary, unclear results, and a mayoral program. It notes a slim or uncertain majority leading to questions about outcomes. A whispered plan or direction is hinted, with a possible future event to watch.
John Rooney and Ellaworth Cork lead a council vote as Wood appoints a new mayor. The brief item notes the continuation from page one with numbers 118 and 185 tied to the action.
Voter list shows candidates including Mayor Edward J. Wood Truman J. Lynch for various city posts. The ballot includes Chief of Police Joseph E. Stealey John Howe For City Clerk Fred L. Shinn Wil H. Cole For Commissioner of Water Works Hugh Callaghan Toohn R. Steel Assessor Ed Reynolds School Commissioner H B Sloan D P Morgan Lloyd W Garrett James H Alexander with multiple party or endorsement marks and vote tallies.
A fragmented list shows Edward J. Wood Truman Lynch Joseph E. Brealey John Howe Will H. Cole Solin Ward Edward Doyle for Superintendent of Streets Hugh Callaghan John TM. Steel Louis A. Carrae Dr W E Sloan Dr B D Morgan Frank G Bland Chax W Moore and others named for various municipal offices including Water Works Commissioner and related posts with party affiliations indicated by initials and scattered numbers. The text reads like a voter guide snippet with candidate names and positions rather than a cohesive article.
The article presents testimonials and claims about Quaker Herb Remedies sold by Wells & Haymaker in Fort Wayne Indiana. It cites individuals like Pred Zubre and Miss Kate Cuney praising Quaker Herb Extract and Oil of Balm for rheumatism headaches insomnia and kidney issues. It also notes pricing and availability, and introduces Qui Pie pie mix.
The weekly Clarksburg Gun Club shoot Tuesday afternoon produced the results. Local marksmen like A. Taytor and W. Waldorusen achieved notable scores while visitors B. Taylor and Perdis observed. A mayoral remark in Parrmont prompted discussion on vote intent regarding Heense.
Notice is hereby given that Timothy A. Lapery has applied to sell at retail spirituous liquors wines beer and drinks in Salem West Virginia for fourteen months beginning May 1 1908. The petition will be heard by Harrison County County Court on April 27 1908. W Guy Tetrick Clerk of the County Court of Harrison County West Virginia.
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