Gentry Brothers win big damage suit against Grafton
A federal court in Parkersburg heard the $10,000 damage suit brought by Gentry Brothers against the City of Grafton over a collapsed bridge during a Wheeling trade excursion. Judge Dayton overruled several demurrers and allowed some special damages, while other claims were dismissed or deferred as the trial schedule moved forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gentry Brothers
Grafton
Fortig Gtler
A. G. Daytin
Agatnet
Dayton
Cardto
Dayne
Memurrer
Heggy M. Meafullon
Pula Peiphiee
Arainet Lawin BH
Ayahuri County
Trallimary de Ohio
Maggie Mi Rhoates
Uie B. & C
Cass
James Thorndell
Jon. & Hickman
Myriett
Wil
McCall Campaign Bill Approved by House Committee
Washington April 21 The House committee on elections reports favorably the McCall bill demanding publicity of campaign contributions. The House adopts Speaker Chanin's resolution to appoint a committee to investigate the paper trust and wood pulp printing paper manufacture. President Roosevelt is expected to sign the employers liability bills per Attorney General Honayatte's opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
House
Chanin
Roosevelt
Honayatte
Petition for building a modern roadway in Harrison County
Taxpayers of Harrison County petition the County Court to appoint a new modern road to connect the City of Clarksburg with surrounding areas. They request the court define what constitutes a modern road and determine the exact location within the county and adjacent city limits, leaving details to the court’s discretion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mit
Harrison County
Conny Court
West Virgins
Piesiie
Chirksbirg
Local rider thrown from horse near Shinnston
Report of a rider named Thomas Hawker being thrown from a horse near Shinnston. The incident occurred yesterday while riding gear was described as faulty. Dr J R Cook of Fairmont and Dr J J Kinghart witnessed and aided. A broken collarbone or related injury was noted, with care taken at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shinnston
Thomas Hawker
Thin Place
East Stiloveton
J. R. Cook
Fairmont
J. J. Kinghart
Shoots Wife and Self in Tragic Tragedy
On age 14 Jacs Ashett, a railroad employee, shot his wife and then killed himself after a quarrel. The couple had been married only a short time, and the incident ended in a fatal domestic tragedy.
Colored Woman dies after long illness in Tuc ky
Mrs. Margaret Miller, a colored woman, died at Derhowe on Stade avenue Tuc ky morning at 18 o icdock. She leaves three children. Funeral arrangements are incomplete as of press time.
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Margaret Miller Caiormd
Derhowe
Stade Avenue
Charis
Tows Was Nat Fire Vergennes
Fragmentary OCR reads like a local item with unclear names and details. Readable pieces mention Vergennes and a fire related incident, but key facts, dates, and participants remain unresolved in the text.
Aged Walker J H Rowand Visits from Shinnston
An 0ld gentleman J H Rowand, age 93, traveled from Shinnston to Worthing by trolley then walked miles to Farmington to visit friends. He is the last surviving member of a long lived family and recently lost relatives L J Rowand and Lewis M daville. He resides with son B C Rowand in Shinnston.
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Fairmont
J. H. Rowand
Caraute Tron
Shiliiston
Metz
J. Wy Rowand
Ata
Hesekiah Rogey
B.C. Rowand
Marx
Trowand
Rowand
Shinnston
Worthingon
Farmington
Brandehifit
L. J. Rowand
Bryan hides aboard steamer scare during harbor visit
New York April 21 William Jennings Bryan and family were surprised when Bryan hid in his mother’s stateroom aboard the steamer during a European visit. He was spotted by relatives after a dramatic unseen entrance, causing a startled scene on arrival.
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New York
William Jennings Bryan
Mis
Bryan
Muth Leavitt
Leavitt
Europe
Bryan Searlet
Erie
Republican showing in New Orleans election race
Republican campaign in Louisiana features J. Y. Sanders the Democratic nominee for governor and No 2L Pharr the Republican opponent. The Republicans expect to make a good showing amid the gubernatorial race in New Orleans area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
J. Y. Sanders
Goterser
Pharr
Cotton Exchange Jails New Orleans on April 21
A chaotic incident at the New York and New Orleans Cotton Exchange led to suspensions as managers called in police to control a disturbance. Reports say a confrontation involved traders and customers, with tension mounting before authorities intervened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Lavagabers 4
Mersivay
New York
Bea
Heer Today
Co Treinen
City Council Proceedings and Police Appointment Roll
City officials held a session with Mayor Ridward Wood presiding. Salaries for officers and staff were set, ten policemen were elected, a vote on appointing officers followed amid color line disputes, and various applicants were listed for police positions including George Howe and Michael Joyce.
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Tha
Cotinall
Mudhen
Ridward
Cole
Johnson
Lynth
Water Works Department
Anderson
Lydup
Connell
Robbins
Cork
Ernst
Ne Whyte
George Howe
Charles Morard
Ichard Lowery
Cunninstium
Franke McSemaz
Robert Brent
Ropkine
George Nutley
Wilflem’ Post
Pratt
Mendricks
Ernst and
Aland
Teflere
Michael Joyce
Robert Stitts
Harry L. Brook
Brank ‘Rush
Mike Gill
N. Ma Whyte
H. W. Farmer
James Lima
Charles Howard
Telus
Farmer
Howard
A. Petty
Retal
Bale Désa Bas
Riskor
Elem -Ckoeyit
D. Britt Wom
C. A. Osborn Tor Ety
Br m
G. W. Showalter
Eix Ellor
de JP
Pei
Laymen to Meet at Goff Church
The West Virginia Laymen’s meeting convenes tomorrow afternoon at Goff Church as part of the general conference preparations. W Plesher of Gate is president and W Burdette Mattihowe of Charleston serves as secretary. M A Ken of Parkersburg is an officer. The aims include better pay for improved preaching and stronger lay interest in church work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Methananak
Wintinston
W. Plesher
Gate
Away
W. Burdette Mattihowe
Charleston
Usd’ Nath Bank
Cxamner
M.A. Kenif Parkersburg
General holiday in Los Angeles for Atlantic fleet visit
Mayor Harjuri declares a general holiday in Los Angeles on April 21 in honor of the Atlantic fleet visit. Most businesses close and all work ceases as thousands visit the battleships.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Harjuri
Gas Explosion injures Reed family in Pennsylvania
A natural gas explosion at the Reed residence seriously injured John Reed his wife and two daughters. The victims suffered severe injuries and medical aid is being provided. Police say the incident occurred in the afternoon of April 21 in Chestor Pennsylvania. A damage estimate reached five thousand dollars.
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Srochestor
John Reed
Reed_residente fa. day
Relief Sought From Paper Price Firms In AP Meeting
At the Associated Press annual meeting, the president and Congress are urged to grant immediate relief from the actions of paper makers. Representatives of 77 daily newspapers attended the gathering to press for action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Asociated Press
Congress
Persian Losses Report From St Petersburg Front
News from St Petersburg states Persian forces attacked Russian lines in Perna area but were repelled with heavy losses and forced to retreat toward the mountains after advancing yesterday.
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ST. Petersburg
Trikands
Adv
Perna
Fottrmt
Ure
Minccabee Initiations Set for Friday Night
The Modern Maccabees plan to initiate about fifty new members this Friday night. A special meeting was held Monday to arrange the ceremony. No invitations have been sent to neighboring cities or towns. A degree text from Grafton guides the work. A social session follows the ceremonies.
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Maccabees
Nllem
Grafton
Turre
Civic Committeee Event Promises Public Forum
Fragmentary OCR reports a public meeting organized by a women's civic group in Parkersburg with local officials and a state court reference. Names like Catherine Elicutt and Elliett appear, along with mentions of federal cases and city issues.
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Der
Jacko
Valeest
Tarshel
Kingwood
F. Ramiall
Shinnston
SM. Bartlet
Meadinwerook
Federa
Ovenr Zeukinn
Parkersberg
Catherine Elicutt
Pariersberg
Fatuar
Elliett
Regulated Show Operates Like City Post Station
The article describes a traveling show with a well run system of policing and medical care for employees and patrons. It notes a mule post office station at the show presided over by a postmaster and includes a cashiering and money order department. The Cole Brothers Shows plan to visit Clarkshur on Saturday April 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Eile
Anawerahla
Syhia
Boxer
Resistrye
Elimente Uiites
Cale Brothers
Clarkshurs
New Hampshire GOP Holds Uninstructed Delegate Vote
Concord April 21 The Republican state convention chose four delegates to the national convention with no opposition. A motion to instruct delegates to vote for Taft in Chicago was defeated, leaving the delegation uninstructed.
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Taft
Concord
N. H
Wein Leld
Benator Gallagher
Datdan
Kastor
Edwant
Jour
Chicago
Taft Wes
Disarming Moros In Manila Amid Turmoil
Unclear battlefield slang reports detachments of infantry moving near Taxilan and Lake Lasao as Mindanao and Sulu regions face unrest. The weary Moro communities show signs of continued tension and strain.
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Manila
Lasao
Excon Constitutional Hold Impacts Pension Law
Columbus April 21 Attorney General rendered a ruling on the pension law affecting Dagiet of Hampork Loom. The decision centers on whether the pension provisions violate constitutional guarantees. The action creates uncertainty for participants and state fiscal plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus LD
Altor
Ney Geenral
Ps Dagiet of
Hanpork Loom
Death at Mt Clark Confusing OCR Note
An unreadable fragment from Mt Clark reports a death with unclear names and details. The text mentions trouble and a widow or wife figure, but specifics are missing. Further legible text needed for a complete summary.
Wheeling Trade Committee Plans and Listings
A chaotic list shows firms and leaders forming a leading trade committee in Wheeling with names such as Brown Bret I in Carey Co and Diamond Shop. The text notes promotional events, arrivals, and travel plans for an upcoming exhibition with numerous company names and industrial sectors.
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Koming
Board of Trade
Cey
Sian
Yeotgn Lite
Pi Sinner
Biren ‘Company
Brown Bret I
In Carey Co
Dalaglain Dry Gode
Companys A
Difion
Atta Monde
Wuichens Farm
Gan Gominttat Arin
Jay C. Brasheim Co
Saiilors
H.W. Jones-Atgeville Company
Abeatie-Toutines
Ft. McGregor & Company
China
John J. Rennard Company
Fico & Company
Wholesshe Riitinery
Sande Qlectric Company
Blaster & Dehorst Company
Whajemite
Anore and
Winks
Bebenk & Bony Company
Beets and Pork
Joseph Speilel- Sevceey
Kite Soonpai
Stone de Fhomam
Senate
Coen
Vance Shoe Company
Waterhorse Bron
Wholemale
Welles Wingerter Wholeadie Chaft
BP. Wiity & Company
Wheeling Register
Wheeling Tric
Ger
W. A. Qvlison & Bons
Pullman
Baltimory de Ohle
Amer
Baxrame
Cer
Nmi
Martieriffe
Marys
Wik Mametown
Martetth
Parker Tie
Neuimal
Matt Frees
El as Becomes Soden Event at East CenCanto
Fragmentary OCR text references a local event listing in East CenCanto with a 78th date hint. Readable elements include a meeting or notice tied to El as Maer and Rogwinr ire Soden, unclear names and places.
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Parkersburg
Wellsburg
Hancock County
Canhon
Edward Howathy Griggs
Pas Pistat
Quire
Vergennes
Spa
Nears
Bryan Leavitt
Cotton Exchange
Goff Church
State Organization of Methodists
Samuel
Detton
Hummer
Commette
Miet
Civic Ciut
Jacobe
Cole-Brothers’ Big Circus
New Hampshire
Rextrom
Mt. Clark
Clare Teeeday
Fearon
Jane Mawr
Ode Carumatat
OrcIlook
THE
Elas Te Maer
Cencato
Este 1A
Emai
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