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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1911
Page
4
The text outlines party tensions involving Republicans and Democrats with mentions of Virginia and West Virginia, calls for safety and inspection reforms, and proposals on primary election law. It references Gaines and committee structures, campaign timing, and possible legislative actions affecting nominations and elections.
The Bucknell University report details a brutal hazing incident where freshmen assaulted a young woman at a ray house, leaving severe scalp lacerations and numerous wounds. The Times urges civil authorities prosecute, calling for stronger punishment beyond expulsion and condemning college arrogance.
Detectives and officials associated with the Erectors Association were arrested and jailed amid a widening investigation into a criminal scheme. Charges related to the alleged kidnap style entanglements surfaced as authorities pursue additional suspects and gather evidence.
Discussion centers on tightening primary election rules to shield ballots. Critics argue the existing act lacks safeguards, while supporters urge targeted changes to voting procedures and ballot access. Local figures including lawmakers and a governor appear in a broader dispute over election integrity.
A historical discourse discusses whether a primary election law should be enacted by the legislature in May. Governor Glasstock emphasizes honoring party promises and public will, while noting existing county primaries and preferring conventional nomination units. The speaker questions feasibility and advocates a practical approach within a primary system.
A four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Martin of Shinnston died Wednesday morning at 2 o clock. The funeral was held this afternoon and burial took place in Shinnston cemetery.
Police Chief Harry L Brooks and city janitor Dels Dean burned gambling tables and other apparatus recovered in a raid on a room in the Latstetter dwelling on West Pike Street. The blaze occurred Wednesday morning as officers sealed the scene.
An advertisement recounts a testimonial from James AnAamon of 274 Clay St praising Dean's Kidney Pills sold by City Drug Store. The former user credits relief from kidney discomfort after taking the product, noting continued benefit and encouraging others to try it. The ad lists price at 50 cents and mentions Poster MMuurn Co of Baften New York as dealers for the United States.
An old newspaper ad promotes Root Juice as a remedy for indigestion nervousness headaches and various ailments. It claims rapid relief and urges readers to buy a bottle at the local drug store, asserting others will praise its benefits after tryin it.
Notice to contractors from the Town Council of Adameton West Virginia to receive sealed bids for concrete curbing and sidewalk work. Specifications available at the office of J C Garrett Mayor Adameston WV. Bids due by 7 pm Tuesday May 2 1910 to the Mayor or WV Hutchinson Recorder. The town reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Justice G. H. Gordon presided over the case Wednesday accusing Pasco Baanee of mistreating a horse near the Central school building. He was fined five dollars and cents, paid in court. Prosecutor C. L. Ford, a loyal agent of the state humane society, presented the case.
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