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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1906

Page

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Track Show Dominates Weekend Fair Competition

Readable entries highlight tough racing conditions at the fair track with Carrieita and Beta close in a 2-15 pace, and the 2-24 trot finishing strongly after dinner. Walter Sedwick captures first prize in the match team class, while other breeders and drivers contend for top honors amid mixed results and a grand stand display.

Rmeh Tony Carrieita Beta Walter Sedwick Prise JL BE Wiliam Vevons W. B. Max Prominin T. Ee Gary Walter Sedeeick Williams Seci Clare Buffalo EB. J. Desie Othill Matt Voit Hirmond Fleming Holden Wes Alvin Dof Glarksbore Arthir Mirser Clarksbirg Alvin Basrel Wareses Pesan Thax

Burglar Hideaway in Turkish Bath Reported

A clipped item describes a burglar concealing himself inside a Turkish bath. The tale references a mysterious path to escape and a quirky line about a 5 cent mission, with distorted names and phrases suggesting a satirical or garbled transcription from a local page.

Golden Seal renders program at Clarksburg meeting

A large crowd attended the Golden Seal program at the Odd Fellows hall in Clarksburg despite rain and wind. The event featured piano solos by I W Fletcher, vocal numbers by Willy Waldo, recitations by Charles Tutwiler and Upton Rainbow, and remarks by Fred A. McFarlin and Dan S. Cain.

Clarksburg Peninie I. W As Fletcher Willy Waldo Upton T. Timnhow Frank Rhody Upton T. Rainbow Fred A. McFarlin Dan S. Cain Aston Camp Charlee ‘Putwhler Ol Mies Willa Waldos Frank Rhodes Sman Wale Sonbury Lodge Tii- Tubs Mra Baker Noble Ufand Simeon L. Schracenggy

Robbers Get Bold in Mt Vernon Train Yard Heist

In Mt Vernon on August 9 a woman named Matilda Moore reported stealing of $320 in cash from a closet. The robbers fled to a railroad line near the station after leaving the scene as her mother witnessed the event from the house.

Asbciated Press MT. Vernon Matilda Moore Bredurickfowl Vernon

Desperado Surrounded Near Middleboro Kentucky

Desperate fugitive Frank Unll located at his brother's home near Stee TM Va thirty miles from Middleboro is surrounded by a Kentucky posse. Sheriff Robinson telegraphed for Mid-Mevinro military company. A warrant is out for his killing of Broten of Middleboro.

Associated Press I Ky Vrank Unll Kentucky Horne Stee TM Middlebara Jolmeon Ontucky ta _ aurninder Tobinson Mid- Mevinro Military Company Ty Rose Ballia Broten Middleboro

Death of William Tice in hospital after spinal meningitis

William Tice aged about twenty years died in hospital after contracting spinal meningitis. A former employer from near Weeton will arrive this evening to arrange the funeral and take charge of the remains.

William Tice Meningitia Tucan Weeton

Squire Riley Attends Civil War Reunion at Wheeling

Squire Riley in Wheeling attends a reunion of Civil War veterans from his mid command. Members of the company gather to recall services and shared memories of the era.

Squire Riley Wheeling Squire Es. Riley

Fete Postponed Amid Turbulent Weather Reports

Foretold heavy weather causes the postponement of a local fete. Officials and organizers cite unsafe conditions around the event site in Shiafteworth as families await a new date. Local residents hope for swift rescheduling and updated notices.

Plues Asks For Pardon In Theft Case

A narrative details Plues asking pardon after involvement with a gang in Wheeling. He left his job on a Schmmibach building project, wandered seeking work, fell in with thieves who robbed a train, accepted a stolen suit, sold it for four dollars, and returned home where he was arrested. The case proceeded to trial with calls for clemency.

Clyde W. Pines Schmmibach Plues Empire Adamston Glass Factory Charlie Moore Oan Talian Wheeling

Man kills child before attempting suicide at Grand Hotel

A mentally ill man in Cincinnati threw a child from a third story window of his home and then killed himself. The child died en route to hospital. authorities say the man was unstable and haunted by mental illness.

Awaieized Press Cincinnaty Thoma Grand Hotel Juan Holow Keona

Resolutions for a Leaf temble mourn member

The Rathbone Sisters Temple No 10 adopt memorial resolutions after the death of John Henderson. They express sympathy to his wife and kin, note his initiation as a minister in God's temple, and invoke divine blessing through the Master the Comforter of all who mourn. Committee: Mrs Mary J Ogden Mrs Tein M Binns Mrs Grape B Probst.

Rathbone Rathbone Sisters Wiens John &. Henderson Ingond Mary J. Ogden Tein M- Binns Grape Probst

Y.P.S.C. E. Tiptttst Christian Enideavor

Teen group Y P S C E invites members to Friday night gathering with plans for music fellowship and devotion. A note urges attendance and participation in the evening event at the church hall.

County History Notes Reflect Levy and Residency Limits

Fragmentary county record cites levy discussions and residence limits, mentions Grand Army posts and a road through J. M. Coburn and H. Coburn lands, and notes Cecil B. Highland named administrator de bonis non for the estate of Gehland, succeeding Jesse Highland.

Buck Boy Stole Clothes in Glen Velle Incident

Jim Haskins alias stelasaullat stole clothes from Williams Burke in Glen Velle last Pesday night. A warrant was issued but Black Hoy was not found. Mayor McClung sentenced him to twenty four days on the treat of Grafton for failure to pay a fine.

Jim Haskins Stelasaullat Williams Burke Col Uroit Glen Velle McClung Grafton Squire Gordon

Industrial Workers Form Local Organization

The Industrial Workers organized at the school last Monday with Florence Melung Ren Madvy as temporary chair and Tassie Dinon as secretary. Officers elected included Mrs. Shatty Costrill president and Miss Daisy Dunn secretary. a committee on constitution and by laws was appointed. They pledge to raise 400 dollars for a new Sunday school building, with the school set to meet at the fair in the park on August 15.

Alssion Florence Me Lung Ren Tassie Dinon Mras Shatty Costrill Mra Charles DeVayn Daisy Dunn Seretary Mias Mikteed Wallis Bella Davie Lizzie Dixon Florones George Phillips Don Lews Aseidt Simday School Rehiool Indue Alool Fair Amend Park Tte

Compromised Cat Involves Arrest At Pat McDonnell's Saloon

The report mentions Tom Harris arrested Saturday night for biting Albert Spelsberg during an incident at Pat McDonnell's saloon. The case was described as compromised while another line notes the infant of Vincenso Paletto dying from cholera at Haywood Wednesday night and burial at Cross Cemetery this afternoon. WW Swiger, a Wal-Topo merchant, was reported visiting Thursday for business.

Tom Harris Albert Spelsberg Pat McDonnell Tom Vincenso Paletto Haywood Cholers Remrins Ety Cross Temetury Swiger

Police arrest couple after saloon incident

A man and a woman were caught in a Powell Street saloon quarrel and later arrested as they left the alley near Fourth and Pike. The man Whitwam faced charges tied to false detective claims, while the woman denied proof of acquaintances. The court fined the pair and jailed the woman for twenty days for nonpayment. Whitwam, a married man, struggles to raise funds.

Pat Gunney Fourth and Pike Tater Pike Street Whyte and Lewis Third Street Westfall Slong Can Oak Bin Rackhannon -Street Dublin Bridge Whitwam Louehand Glaney’s Costes

Frederick teen shoots neighbor after dispute

At his command a 17 year old, Fred Debald, shot and killed George Smith, son of their neighbor, in Frederick Maryland last evening. Authorities say there was a longstanding dispute between the Debalds and the Smiths.

Associated Press Prederick Fred Debald George Smith Debalds

Delightful Surprise Birthday Party For Miss Hasel Riley

Mrs. Harry Riley hosted a charming birthday surprise for her daughter Miss Hasel Riley. Guests enjoyed fine presents and a generous spread after light entertainment, ending with warm wishes for many more birthdays. Attendees included Tossie Aturkort Bessie Collins Lena Hinzeman Blanch McMillan Star rice Sheets Edith Grant Virginia Stuckleford Boeie Boorse Finnia Riley Tazey Riley Dalcey McMillan Chomax Collins Hoyt Reed Tenking Harry Riley Bernett Jenkins Veroy Taylor Frank Riley Clyde Cunningham.

Harry Riley Miss Hasel Miew Hx Tossie Aturkort Bessie Collins Lena Hinzeman Blanch McMillan Starrice Sheets Tdith Grant Vigginia Stuckleford Boeie Boorse Finnia Riley Tazey Riley Dalcey McMillan Chomax Collins Hoyt Reed Oonges Tenking Hernett Jenkine Vorey Taylor Frank Riley Clyde Cunningham

Bijou Week Features Hello Grinder and Wig Chase

The Bijou presents Hello Grinder flaunted Musician and The Wig Chase this week. Pictures run in Brooklyn last week and now shown locally with new machines adding music while viewing. Rain postponed the Bark Lane dance. orchestra to perform. streetcar service will run.

Bijou Grinder Thesq Brooklyn

Movine Pictures Reappear Friday Evening

The program featured a skilled vocalist Miss LaCarnella and a well received performance. Attendance was strong and the showing will be repeated Friday night at popular prices 15 25 35 and 50 cents.

Andy Tickits Alt LaCarnella

Cashier Hering Says He Can Prove No Bank Theft

Chicago report outlines cashier Hering denying involvement in bank losses on MIlwaukee Avenue. He claims he was a clerk to President Stensland and followed orders. He predicted his surrender and asserted police would not arrest him at the expected time.

Chicago Trustato Cachier Hering Milkya Avenue Stenalynd Stensland Tod Meir Cshiee

Pope Suffers Heart Attack Amid Jubilation

A partial dispatch reports the Pope suffering a heart attack after a ceremony marking the sixth anniversary of his formation. He was attended by a cardinal and other officials as the event concluded.

Pope London Ee Hainan

Refuge Officials Dismissed Over Cruelty Charges

Cincinnati reports Alison, superintendent of the Horst of Refuge, and Beth Cratelin, assistant, were dismissed following a committee investigation into charges of cruelty to inmates.

Cincinnati Anz Alison Horst of Refuge Beth Cratelin

Tom Cottingham Starts Something Again in Street Clash

The report describes Tom Cottingham and W. D. Bheldas in a street incident on Pihu Street. Cottingham, known as Skink, faced a fine of 85.60 for alleged acts while Sheldon faced similar trouble. A warrant was issued after the confrontation.

W. D. Bheldas Tom Cottingham Sheldon Pihu Caloon Opta Elrort Rholdon Squire Gordon

Railroad strike disrupts harbor trade and city supplies

Amid a rail worker protest, shipments stalled at New Jersey piers and East River ports. Freight traffic halted, delaying perishables and other goods as authorities assess supply impacts on the city.

Ats Ehilragd Joost Tam Piraniy New Jersey Taldi Park Mareisatt East River

No Trouble Likely 10 Result In Diplomatic Tension

AP reporting from Washington indicates no immediate trouble expected after a nine of Japanese sailors in Alaskan waters. Both governments anticipate a full report on the incident and foresee limited diplomatic developments unless the killing provokes broader friction. Deputy State Department officials suggested no unpleasant international repercussions likely.

Ag. Associated Press Wash PO Craimsay Alaskan State Department

Engine collision injures few aboard in Pittsburg incident

An express train in Pittsburgh collides with another train causing minor injuries to an engineer and disruption. The incident left several passengers shaken while no serious harm occurred to crew or riders. Emergency crews responded and investigated the scene.

Iray Wicks Assaults Woman With Stone

Iray Wicks and accomplices attacked a woman at Hay Works on a Thursday afternoon. The victim suffered a deep cut to the eye and was transported to headquarters for treatment. Wicks was arrested and jailed, with the case continuing as investigators seek motives and further charges.

Mrz Jones Lewis Jones Pheomek Drs Fev Roy Alhan Tield

School Levy Proposal Jumbled by City Obscurity

A garbled report shows the school board discussing a levy with unclear figures on per hundred tax rates for features and buildings. The text references Mackshare, slats, and hospital disruption but the details are unreadable.

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