Dewitt Embezzlement Case Lands Man in Jail
Homer Dewitt, a Waldo Laundry driver and collector, is jailed after confessing to embezzling at least 43.80. He failed to post a 500 bond awaiting indictment by the Harrison county grand jury. Dewitt admits taking money during multiple collections and blames gambling, while friends grow indifferent to his actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldo Laundry
Homer Dewitt
Dewitt
TR. J Garley
Waldo
Garley
Squire Samwel W.gordon
Andrew Lyon
Magistrat
Harrison County Grand Jury
Gurley
Seven Sailors Killed in Stockholm Mine Incident
Seven sailors were killed and several injured when a mine explosion occurred during mining practice near Stockholm. The accident involved a vessel manned by headmarins, with a fuse detonating and the ship being blown apart. Investigations proceed to determine the cause and extent of casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Stockholm
Sweden
Uie
Sandlin Fonds
Dates Set for U S Convention at Wallace City
The executive board of the rcan County Sabbath Se cration met with Prof. Walson to fix dates for the convention. The event is scheduled for August 24 30 and 31 at Mothers Sap Episcopal church in Wallive. Speakers include W C Shafer and the State Sunday School secretary Timber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rcan County
M. Walson
Wallac
Sap Episcopal Church
Wallive
Timit
W.C. Shafer
See Fon
Miner Injured in Local Mine Incident
A miner was badly hurt in a mining accident. The injured worker was carried to the mine by Dr. Oyator of the local company physician for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miner
Tly
Lirniberpert
Vila
Oyator
Fphysician
Skeleton Found Along Trail Between Shinnston and Enterprise
Workmen on the Faremont and Clarksburg traction line between Shinnston and Enterprise uncovered a skeleton along the McIntire farm site. Local residents suspect the two skeletons are remains of men murdered during a past robber gang era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faremont & Clarksburg Traction Company
Shinnston
Enterprise
McIntire
Podernity
Incorrigible Boy Sent To Reform School
Carl Corbin aged about sixteen, incorrigible according to his guardians, was to be taken to the State Reform School for Boys. The Gore family, headed by Tilghman Gore and Mrs Gore, filed the complaint. B Stout will seek another home placement as efforts to reform him continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Corbin
State Reform School
Jolr ‘P. Blynn
Wilson-burg
Stout
Bridgeport Faces Koblegard Grays In Weekend Showdown
Bridgeport and Koblegard Grays prepare for a Saturday baseball clash at Uniton Shamonds. Last week the teams tied 6 to 6, testing both squads as they aim to prove who can perform better this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Koblegard Grays
Bridgeport Baseball Fish
Wisk
Uniton Shamonds Ut
National Assembly Being Considered by Government Panel
A council of ministers met this afternoon to review a project for a national assembly. The session aimed to decide on the form and potential location, with officials signaling continued deliberations and future sessions planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council of Ministers
Peter
Wwifjonal Assembly
Well Known Author and Politician Dead
By Associated Press a well known author and politician died at his home in Kvolebirg He was born in 1829 and practiced law locally He was elected to Congress in the long war era as noted by Mr Nolman in his report
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kvolebirg
Williant Chimback
Jolitician
Tehuver
Diedivin
Congress
LRA
Nolman
Dance at Park Draws Private Attendees
A Monday night park gathering featured a private dance with pleasant tunes and entertaining program elements, though attendance varied and some individuals did not participate as expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos
Typhoid Fever Sinks At Home In Barre Woman
Typhoid fever has weakened Has Typhoid Mere of Olin Street in Barre. She grew worse and physicians attending her home Tuesday pronounced her condition as typhoid fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mere
Olin St
Obituary for Dr. Robert H. Raynsay funeral services
The funeral of the late Dr. Robert H. Raynsay, who died of heart trouble early Sunday, was held Tuesday afternoon from Mrs. Mary Ry Golf’s residence at 406 West Vile Street, with large mining friends in attendance. Rev Arbuthnot of Gail Methodist Episcopal Church conducted the services. Interment followed at the IOOF Cemetery. Pallbearers included T. Grove, Col. Harry St. Smith, Gail Deison, Fred Cries, Benjamin Shuttleworth, Jr., and Will Mutharan. Mrs. Guney Kohr of Kingston, D.C., sister of the deceased, could not attend due to sickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert H. Raynsay
Harry St. Smitiy
Gail Deison
Fred Cries
Benjamin &. Shuttleworth, Jr
Will Mutheran
Guney Kohr
Kington D. C
Catholic Foresters Hold Biennial Convention in Chicago
The convention gathers the international Catholic Foresters to discuss duties and aims. Thomas G. Cannon, presiding from Chicago, urged a broader call to strengthen the order, which reportedly counts 117,000 members and aims to expand its charitable work nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aton Vonvention
Better Rages Than Ever Announced for Virginia Fair
The Virginia Central Agricultural and Mechanical Society reappoints Col. Frank R. Moore as superintendent for the coming fair season. Monte Davis will help select top horses and curries to attract horsemen and patrons, with B. B. Don appointing a committee to secure standout horses at Keyser to ensure the fastest speed program yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Central Agricultural and Mechanical Society
Frank R. Moore
Spert
Ycl
Monte
Avery
Elis
B. B. Doiconne
Calan
Thomas B. Davis
Keyse
Echo Meeting at Baptist Chorey Echo Convention
Monday night session at Baltimore covered reports from several convention sessions. Miss Tessig Lyon, Miss May Mines, Te Williams, GQ G Laughlin and TH D Boughner presented summaries and opinions on the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Chorey Echo
Christian Radieavor
Baltimore
MissTessig Lyon
May Mines
Te Williams
G. Laughlin
TH. D. Boughner
Yellow Jack Still Spreading Across Orleans Parishes
Three new cases and one death from yellow fever were reported by noon. The state board of health issued a proclamation to health officials and hospital authorities to recognize services and to avoid quarantining freight or express shipments.
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Orleans
Lic
Ang
State Board of Health
Muricipal
Parish
Burial robes of Mrs Mary Gandy in Morgantown
Mrs Mary Gandy, 88, long time Morgantown resident and native of Onongatin county, returned home after visiting relatives Mrs Thomia Squinns. She wore wedding clothes made 700 years ago, prepared for her burial on Saturday as final arrangements were noted by Jaminted Press. Wheat and corn futures quoted with Sept contracts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary A, Gandy
Thomia Squinns
Morgantown
Gandy
Onongatin County
Mormintown
Hind
Indy
British Squadron Sails for America Under Prince Louis
A British squadron sailed today under Admiral Prince Louis of Ta tenburg to spend three months in American waters. The force includes Gibraltar and ships from several units and was described as ready for extended operations as tensions in the Atlantic rise.
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Gibraltar
Prince Louis of
Tatenburg
Knights of the Maccabees Banner Train Arrives for Big Picnic
Tr. John 8 Payne John A McDonald and E B Hardesty named as committees of Clarksburg Tent No 19 Knights of the Maccabees left on the Short Line this afternoon for Sistersville to escort the banner. The train is to reach tomorrow morning with special cars hauling the banner to a big picnic at the train site. Local members Showalter and Rhodes from nearby towns plan to greet the procession and participate in the celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John 8
Payne
John A
McDonald
E.B. Hardesty
Clarksburg
Knights of the Maccabees
Sistersvile
Danner
Joonl Dent
Ovelock
Mit
Atrs
C. Showalter
T Jing
Elmer FP. Honlwin
Ud Frank HL Rhodes
Noon Starts Whiskey House in Oakland
Joli Noon, long stationed for the United Mine Workers of America, opens a wholesale whiskey house in Oakland. At 54, he has had a financially successful past and his friends hope this venture brings him similar success in a new line of business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joli Noon
United Mine Wectars
Mnerica
Wiley
Not a shot fired in Lamberton detention incident
A confusing report notes no shot was fired during an incident at the Lamberton detention facility in August. Michelos Mc Haron, in charge, and an escort are mentioned, with unclear details and attributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orleans
Lally
Michelos Mc Haron
Lamberton
Angnds
Education experts discuss college admissions and funding
A fragmented notice outlines a conference on higher education with participants including Charles E. Tebbetts of Whittier College and T. Welly of Bachhany Colleges. The text mentions legal and administrative aspects affecting college attendance and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tad
Mer
Charles E. Tebbetts
Whittier College
Cafornia
Tres i T. Welly
Bachhany
Hichmead
Tink
Century and Wilsonburg Prepare for Saturday Baseball Clash
Tames Ward will bring the Century baseball team to Wilsonburg on Saturday morning with four coaches and about four hundred supporters, arriving at 12 30 P M. They meet the Francis Mineral Water team at Wilsnburg diamond in the afternoon, a rematch after Century beat Wilsonburg two to three two weeks ago. Century’s battery Jones and Poling, Wilsonburg’s Keenor and Orr. Century players hail from Morris Harvey and George s Creek. Wilsonburg plans to use Orr Keenor Rps Koonts and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tames Ward
Cen‘ury
Wilsbnburg
Francis Mineral Water
Wilsonburg
Century
Keenor
Orr
Battery
Jones
Pol
Mrs Burkett Wins Earles Denver Club Contest
Mrs A J Burkett won the Earles Denver Club contest after weeks of rivalry. The contest closed at midnight Monday with all other candidates withdrawn. Burkett received 8086 votes and may select one of three prizes: a Denver trip, a diamond ring, or a gold watch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Burkett
Earles Denver Club
Burkett
Ohio days like Pattison
Columbus Aug. The Prohibition state convention opened with large attendance. Names for governor include Mayor Weaver East Troy Pool Ry Martin of Cincinnati Fat Wash Zyneswidles W.Va. Pouk of Somlucky and EF M Me Parkiey of Colman. An offer will be made to slates Pattison and keep the ticket head vacant. Prohibition platform undecided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated_ Iris Columbus
FM. McCartney
State Central Committee
Mayor Weaver
East Trvspool
F Ry Martin
Cincinnati
Fat
Wash Zyneswidles
W.va. Pouk
Somlucky
EF. M- Me-Parkiey
Colman
Pattison
Evans Sails From River Anchorage To Maine Coast
Evans and a crew aboard the North Atlantic Flock Carrier set sail from their Hardson river anchorage today bound for Prenchman's Bay on the Maine coast. Admiral Todley J. Moany is reported aboard.
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Associated Press
New Yark, Ave
Todley J. Moany
Hardson River
Prenchman’s Bay
Maine
Doctor Enters Bankruptcy in Buckhannon
Doctor Mariner W Price of Buckhannon is adjudged bankrupt in federal court. The filing shows about one thousand dollars in assets with virtually no liabilities while the referee Frank Stont sets the creditors' meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mariner W. Price
Ory Elton
Buckhannon
Feds
Reid
Teferee
Frank Stont
Wililies
Banker Must Go to Jail for Eight Years
Walter Brown of Elkhart Indiana was convict ed of aiding President Broderick in the misapplication of Bank of Elkhart funds. The United States Circuit Court of Appeals refused to reverse the district court judge’s ruling. Brown faces an eight year term in prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Walter Brown
Elkhart
Ind
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Brown
Aidifg
Broderick
Bank of Elkhart
Japanese dispatch on Sakhalin admin claim reported
Washington August 1 a dispatch says Lieutenant Harazuchi began establishing a military administration over Sakhalin Island signaling Japan’s move to govern the territory. The message from Tokyo mentions steps taken and the intended organization of the island under military rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington, D.C
Cokie
Sakhalin
Graft cases shift between agencies in July report
The Associated Press notes graft cases in Oyster Bay with Attorney General Mandy reviewing actions. The president may transfer cases from the Agricultural Department to the Department of Justice and could depart for Washington tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Presa
Oyster Bay
TDL
Geners
Mandy
Prraiilent
Department of Inetice
Agricultural Department
Washington
Suspects Released After Steamship Incident Report
New York August 1 The hearth officer releases most suspects taken from steamers from Southern ports. The stoker and waiter from the steamer Seguranch remain ill but improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Hearth Oificer
Seguranch
Ron Gregory Heads to New York for Across the Pacific
Ron Gregory leaves this week to join Charles B Blaney's AE Across the Pacific in New York for a major role and as drum in the orchestra. Richard A Farrand is in Wheel ing on a short business trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron Gregory
New York
Charles B. Blaney
Richard A. ’Farrand
Wheeling
Snhort
Ninth Session of Methodist Conference Opens in September
The Clarksburg District Ninth Session of Methodist Conference will begin at Wallace early in September and continue for three days. Prominent divines will attend and take part in the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksburg
Wallace
Recorder notes judge appoints receiver for defunct loan firm
Circuit Clerk Homer W. William acts as special receiver in the Burka Loan and Building Association matter. He is busy taking evidence and will file his report at the September term, possibly delayed to the following term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer W. William
Charles W. Lynch
Burka Loan & Building Association
Ele Wall
Picnic and Ball by K. C. T. MS at Union Park
Clarksburg Tent No. 19 of the Eight and Maccabees will hold a big picnic and ball at Union Park Wednesday afternoon and evening. Free refreshments on grounds at Maccabee prices. Genial music will be rendered and a general good time is assured. Attendants and Tady Maccabies expected to attend. Phare will be dancing in the casing in the afternoon as well as in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksburg
Maccabees
Union Park
Phare
Pythians Rich Report Shows World Finance
Charles I. Shiveley of Richmond Indiana issued a brief letter with the Knights of Pythias World report on finance. The balance sheet as of July 1 1903 lists assets of 40 348 and a total resources of 1 011 048 liabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hy Associated Press
Richmond
Ind
Charles I. Shiveley
Knights of Pythias
Committee On Finance
Alco
Big Fire Destroys Homes Across Bogg's Run Area
An early morning blaze in Wheeling West Virginia destroyed six houses on Bogg's Run in Benwood. The Associated Press reports an estimated loss of thirty thousand dollars with several workers missing and feared burned to death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Wheeling
W- Va
Benwond
Tickers Strike By Associated 1 St Paul Angel Telegraph
A St Paul based Associated 1 group along with Wilmot Furk Balls and Breckridge division employees refused to accept the lay offer from the railroad company in a work stoppage. The action disrupts services as workers press for better terms and conditions. Local officials monitor the dispute as talks resume.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated 1
St. Paul
Minn
Angel—Telestaphors
Wilmot Furk Balls
Breckridge
Real Northern Railroad
Eagles to Meet in Ov Naraders Annex Tonight
Eagles will hold a meeting at 8 o clock in their hall in Ov Naraders annex. Several initiations may take place during the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jocar Avrie
Eagles
Mentin
Ov Nraders Annex
Marriage License Issued to Moyles by Deputy Clerk
Deputy Clerk Roy Byrd issued a marriage license to Tene Moyle and Flora Moyle.
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Roy Byrd
Tene Moyle
Flora Moyle
Dance Tonight at Clarkeburg Opera House
A dance event is set for tonight at the Clarkeburg Opera House. The program promises good music and a lively atmosphere with an orchestra. A large attendance is expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Park
Clarkeburg Opera House
Wallace district conference program notice
Erratic text from a historical page lists the Wallace district conference dates and a rough program. It mentions Monday through Wednesday in September with events including song service, address of welcome, a response, and a sermon. Names and precise times are fragmentary and unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarks Tung
Piscoparh Dbliress
Wallace
Wallace Thir
Annual Catholic Clergy Retreat Heads to Baltimore
West Virginia Catholic clergy about sixty will leave Monday for Baltimore for their annual retreat entering Monday afternoon and continuing through the week. They plan to return by week’s end to resume pulpit duties on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Camborin
Baltimore
Decorating room for institute in Ogden area
County Superintendent and M Fittro began Tuesday to decorate the spur room for the institute, which will start next Monday. They expect three or four days of work and to have a very neat room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Superintentenc
U. Way
Ogden
Cliude
M. Fittro
Local club event under Mie Morr le Poole Saturday
An afternoon gathering hosted by Mie Morr le Poole featured entertainment and light refreshments after a playful game between two teams ending near cockcrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lerhinille
Mie Morr le Poole Satyniay
al Murs
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