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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1908
Page
1
A severe flood devastates a Montana town near the Gallatin River. The 15,000 population city of 400 homes faces rising waters, debris wrecking residences and structures, with several deaths recorded and the river’s swift current endangering streets and pathways.
In Vernon on April 15 a 10 year old boy named Winwolf died by suicide at his home. Authorities report the act followed distress after a youthful cousin’s assault, which is thought to have precipitated the tragedy.
Judge Mason slated a recount for the Fifth ward election in Marion amid fraud claims. Voters faced Crookedness suspicions after losses and precincts showed unexpected shifts. Local figures Brownfield and Meredith discussed irregularities as officials investigate counts and possible penalties.
The pending Sunday selling law faces objections claiming it unfairly restricts saloon hours. Critics argue the bill mainly bans selling on Sundays but also bars operations from Saturday midnight to Monday morning, affecting saloon closures before weekly business resumes. Courts are expected to decide the test case, possibly in Wheeling.
A public lecture by William J. Poling of Clarkesburg on the case The Castles of Morcy will be presented, with praise from Dabney and others on Poling’s reading and research. The review lauds Poling’s mastery of philosophy, eloquence, and talent, noting the work’s depth and emotional reach.
At a Tuesday meeting of the Consolidated Telephone Company board in Fullinvet, attendees including Jobe PF and Rubt decided to purchase the Terex Alt Company's line at Terra Apts. The discussion centered on upgrading waterage delivery to Terra Alta system facilities.
Turner is arrested and jailed after a Tuesday hearing before Justice Jamea N. David. The judge delays the trial to Thursday afternoon to allow Turner to summon witnesses. He is charged with breaking into a Byron freight car and stealing merchandise Monday night. others may be implicated.
Thomas Myhle of Pittsburg general labor organizer will speak again in one week about organized labor. Flynn spoke at We Reed hall last night opposing capital and supporting regulation, creating enthusiasm among craftsmen and forming a temporary group with W. J. Talkington as president and Thomas McEwen as secretary.
Delegates at the West Virginia Maccabees state convention elected two representatives to the Great Convention in Toledo and chose two-year officers including Commander W R Riggs and Lieutenant Commander J G O’Connor. A committee was named to draft resolutions endorsing Great Commander W N Boynton.
Regular troops and constabulary fight Moro forces near Lanao Yeland Mindanao. Two constabulary members killed and three soldiers wounded. A separate case: seven-year-old daughter of Samuel Avila in Phoenixville held for grand jury action after alleged slaying. Tomumy bond set at 500 dollars but failed to post security. Additional jail entries reported. Knight considered insane while in St Cherry jail awaiting exam on charge.
The Institute of Postening trainees board rejected Teter’s roughly $40 000 bid for Broaddus Labiliuse property Westsite. Negotiations continue with other portions of sale under review as plans for a new Philipp building by architect Daylewwit proceed and cost estimates depend on material choices. Most board members attended. Reid and Boughver were absent.
The second annual meeting in Wheeling covers welcomes by the Wheeling Board of Trade president Gedre W. Luts, reports by committees, election of officers, and talks by Dr W Ho Hit and Geo M Bowars. Roads are described as nearly impassable for travelers into the city.
New York April 15 A heated fight among a state senator and allies over McClarren delegates at the Democratic state convention. As the credential committee met a vote loomed but delegates will be uninstructed with Bryan supporters not opposing the resolutions report. Conners Murphy named at large delegates include Alton B Parker and Charles Frosh as options.
Herbert Hogle, longtime treasurer of the Franklin Institute, collapsed at home in Philadelphia and died shortly after being accused of embezzling more than $12,000. The charge followed a 22 year tenure as actuary treasurer.
Voters weigh in on the best teacher prize as The Daily Telegram highlights a lively contest titled The Classmah. Citizens rally around the event with playful names and schoolyard participation, while funds and activities around Easter Monday are noted.
Fragmented program for the Twenty Sixth Annual Coven meeting lists orders of business, reports, lectures, and committee voices. Names such as Ernest Hourder Allen and Rev. C. J. McDonats appear amid sectional meetings and temple activities, with schedules spanning morning to afternoon and adjournment discussions.
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