Muddy track and fair crowds shape late racing program
Races run under a muddy track as the last day of the big fair draws crowds and horsemen. The program notes excitement over favorites and wagers, with detailed results and times from heats and events, while weather and track conditions influence performance and attendance. The piece also previews the West Virginia Fair Association’s plans for next year and the upcoming central agricultural show in the city, inviting farmers and residents to compete for prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
Shinns
O. Bravenens
F. Koromana
West Virginia Fair Association
West Virginia Central Agricultural and Mechanical Society
TN. Hess
Generom
Three Drunks in Court Back for Repeat Offenses
Police court opened with three repeaters from Friday's case. West, not tried Friday, drank heavily after leaving court and was rearrested. He faced a 4.60 fine but had no money. David Hardy, released on promise to leave town, is later accused of insulting women and may face jail. Shuster received a five dollar fine but could not pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fri~ v. Sig
West
Ill Fcath
David Hardy
Hardy
Vobn Shuster
Union Baptist Association Meeting Dates Set
There is a misunderstanding about the Union Baptist Association meeting dates. The session will be held at Dunham Memorial Church in Belington on August 21 and 23, 1906, with the opening session at 10 o clock Tuesday morning. R B McDanell, Clerk.
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Union Baptist Association
Dunham
Belington
Twodey
New Morgantown Pawn Shop to Open in Waldo Block
Pawn Shop Lewis Spirro of Morgantown plans to open soon in the broker’s Waldo building formerly housing the Tamer Shepherd Company on Fourth Street. Room 6 is being prepared to start mid month for business. George Blani of West Union is present at the fair. W Tunis Me regor, visiting from Park Seabron, returned home last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Spirro
Morgantown
Tamer Shepherd Company
Fourth Street
Taft 10 Address Convention at Charleston
Charleston August 11 Secretary of War Taft will speak at the annual convention of the West Virginia Board of Title and Industry. Edmonds of Baltimore editor of the Manufacturers Record will also speak. Convention set for October 9 and 10 at the Elks hall with a Charleston Chamber committee handling details. Albert Phenis of the Manufacturers Record notes national figures will attend with other speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Secree
War
West Viria Board of Title
Ichard
Edmonds
Taltimore
Manufacturers’ Record
Southern Industres
Elks’ Hall
Charleston Chamber of Commerce
Albert Phenis
Manufacturers* Record
Pnt
State Board
No Free Beer Rumor Sparks Brewery, Saloon Clash
Reports claiming free beer in the city are denied. The annual Pythian meeting drew colored visitors to Clarksburg breweries who allegedly received free beer. Brewers protest, threaten retractions and possible lawsuits. Some taverns offer ice at very low prices, fueling the rumors. saloon prices remain normal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reymann
Clarksburg
Charter Granted for Railroads in State
Two charters issued by the secretary of state for state concerns. The Elk Birch and Ginley River Railroad Company, Clarkebirg to Glendon Camis Gayley with capital 100000. corporators include Thomas Z Walsh Gnifton and Enoch Clarksburg. Pali Building and Leon Azan cition of Charles Town to encourage frugality and home building with capital 130000, $1300 subscribed and $130 paid. corporators include W A Hogg John Porterfield and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elk, Birch & Ginley River Railroad Company
Clarkebirg
Ait
Glendon
Camis Gayley
Ee Corporatora
Thomas Z. Walsh
Gnifton
Gaylor Baas
A. Short
Shinnston Assitway
Enoch Clarksburg
Pali Building
Leon Azan Cition
Charles ‘Town
W. A. Hogg
Palmbaum
GC. E. Miley
Ane Phillips
John Porterfield
Annual Lutheran Reunion at Mt Lake Park
The third annual reunion of Lutherans will be held at Mt Lake Park on Friday August 1. Lutherans, friends and neighbors are invited. There will be music speeches and a meeting at the auditorium at 1 o clock. Speakers include Rev Charles Steck Hey George Miller Di Roy George Wayne By Rev JG Butler. Excussion rates and large attendance expected. Clarkeburg residents plan to attend. R S Ogden Sr returned last night from St Lake Park where he spent a short vacation.
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Mt Lake Park
Charles YO Steck
Hey
George W. Miller
di Pe Roy
George Wwne
Butler D. C
Clarke + burg
Pardon Sought in Dent Case With Texas Prison Pardon Scheme
Austin Aug 12 pardon appeal for W J Dent, serving life in Texas penitentiary for forging a governor's pardon, aided by James Hearne and a Montana former cowhand. Dent obtained blank pardon papers, stamped with the state seal, and mailed it in an official envelope to undermine the system. The scheme would pay $20,000 if successful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
West
W. J. Dent
Goore Tsate
Dent
Virginia
D. Fr. Leonard
Augshor Ngele
Ty Sears
Texas Penitentiary
Tsanes Hearne
Yes One
Saper
Montana
Sago
Penitentiary of
Huntsville
Newal
Hardware men to hold first West Virginia convention in Wheeling
The Retail Hardware Association of West Virginia plans its inaugural convention in Wheeling from September 6 to 8. Sessions will be at the Board of Trade auditorium with notable hardware leaders from across the state. Key topics include electing a new president, trade subjection, and legislation to protect and aid hardware businesses. T. K. Clellan of Fairmont will chair the sessions. An estimated couple hundred prominent hardware merchants are expected to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Te Retail Hardwart Association of
West Virginia
Wheeling
Board of Trade
New
Revere
T. K- Clellan
Fairmont
Odd Fellows Picnic at Flemington College Grounds
The Odd Fellows of Taylor county hold a union basket picnic on Flemington college grounds this Saturday. Hon. SP Feil grand master of the State and other dignitaries will speak. Vincent's will provide music for the day. Activities include funny races contests and a baseball game. All Odd Fellows families and friends are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows
Taylor County
Flemington
SP. Feil
Vincent
Dillon Sustained by Court Supreme Court Tax Case
The supreme court sustains Dillon the tax petitioner and orders Braxton County to levy on taxable property for county purposes including district road taxes. Jacob Huffman presides over the county court. the order allows no more than seven percent above the 1904 tax aggregate. Attorneys sought suspension and appeal, which the court denied. appeal available by petition to the U S supreme court. A McDowell county case on bank penalty assessment is noted with no written opinion yet filed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Supreme Court
Opin
OW. Dillom
Dillon
Braxton County
Jacob Huffman
United States Court
United States Supreme Court
McDowell County
Penaiy Pierce
Leper Rossett Becomes Quarrelsome Near Pickens
Syrian leper George Rossett, isolated beside the B&O tracks near Pickens, grows irritable as delays in settlement increase. He refuses food, and Buckhannon Dr Hall, on the state board of health, has placed barriers around his enclosure. Rossett threatens to break away if action is not taken soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Rossett
Pickens
Dr. Hall
Buckhannon
Elate Board of Health
Hoscott
Typhoid Fever Rumors Plague Richwood
Reports claim a severe typhoid outbreak in Richwood have been greatly exaggerated. An investigation finds thirteen hospital cases and twelve in a clean section of town with nine linked to a camp, while business and industry remain unaffected. Citizens push back against wild public reports.
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Richwood
Stag Party Honors Walter B Wilson on 24th Anniversary
A social stag party hosted by Walter B. Wilson at his Mechanic Street residence celebrated its twenty fourth anniversary. Dinner was served at 6 30 pm with guests including Maywe P, EH Shielda, Dr. Walso, Dr. Wikner, and P. F. McDenipelt. Attendees enjoyed the event and wished Wilson many more years of happiness in the community. Local attendees from Mt. Clare business circles and Watlags participated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter B. Wilson
Mechanic Street
Gudste
Namahy
Maywe P
Shielda
Walso
Wikner
P. F. ‘McDenipelt
Ohio Valley Express Wreck Scene Reported
A fragmentary Dublin era news item notes a badly wrecked Ohio Valley Express with damaged cars and injured passengers. The sparse text mentions a train crash scene, responders, and ongoing investigation as authorities sort through debris and assess injuries.
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Ohio Valley Express
Gl ine Jacksons Condition Deteriorates In Hospital
Fragmented OCR report notes Gline Jackson's worsening condition at Cline Tech after a serious injury during a BF Anarene game. Details are unclear but indicate possible complications and extended hospitalization while doctors assess risks to recovery and potential fatal outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cline Tech
Bowie
Willslee
Hardman
Jackson
Barnes Injured by Live Wire in Telecom Accident
J Walter Barnes of the Consolidated Telephone company suffered a shock after coming into contact with high tension wire Thursday morning. He was greatly stunned but is reported not to be in serious condition. another worker near the scene assisted and the accident was witnessed by a community helper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Walter Barnes
T+ Enirmont
Tbe
Ad Telephone Company
Picture Show Tonight at Grind Opera House
There will be a fine feature show tonight at the Grind Opera House. The attractions include The Tweak Ts Wad Saved by the Putae. The show opens promptly at 8 o'clock with admission only five cents. A big crowd is expected.
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Grind Oper Sas
Chicago attorney brings brief stay to Paincaville city visit
Low Leaves Charles Sn. Low of Chicago representing Baralad Brothers and Spindler. He installed a fine new preacher for the Telegraph building, left Saturday serving for Paincaville. He did some work for his firm and planned to return next Tuesday. He made many friends during his short city stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Sn. Low
Chicago
Baralad Brothers & Spindler
Lny Hoon
Saturdey
Paincaville
Sohio
Ane Tysh
sureGay
Old Virginia Honey Prices Promised by Squire S W Gorden
Old Virginia honey is promised by Squire S W Gorden who boasts good stock and fair pricing. He notes steady supply and invites customers to inspect and buy at reasonable rates in this local market notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Tadley Welty Fined After Attempted Striker Incident
Tadley Welty, a young man, tried to strike President B. B. Stout during a disturbance. He faced Squire Gaston Beiday, and Lenn Quilten Hie, who found him not fully responsible for his actions. Welty was fined 85 dollars and ordered jailed for nonpayment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tadley Welty
B. B. Stout
Pane
Beiday
Mas
Gaston Beiday
Lenn Quilten Hie
Conte
Nizty
Deeds Recorded In County Transfers Among Several Parties
Deeds recorded show William W Youps transferring 97 acres in Cauly to B D Paesteroster. Gren transfers to Billa Grentz for a specified property. Other entries list Daniel to Cangleeren and additional title changes, with notes on city additions and fiddition terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William W. Youps
B.D. Paesteroster
Billa Grentz
Black Boy Held Tint Hashing and Odd Allegations
A struggling report notes an incident involving a Black youth held in connection with a set of puzzling accusations. Names, places, and clear details remain unclear in the readable text, but the piece references a tense exchange and a preliminary inquiry by authorities.
Boswell Retires From Company After Long Service
Boswell steps down as a key executive at the firm after decades of service. He led major operations in the district and was valued for his expertise and leadership. The company conveyed appreciation for his contributions and his planned new role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boswell
Assebs
Will
Patchen Forged to Rage Fast in Valley Meet
Alf Patchen, the fast horse, failed to deliver as Delos Vian pressed and Chey pace faltered. Lacey tried to curb Patchen with a new mark but the colt kept his traits, leaving the field to others on the circuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patchen
Alf Patchen
Game One
Prvet
Delos Vian
Lacey
Oil News Subreport Describes Gas Well Tests
The report notes Penn company testing a 30 barrel pamper near Geladin in Doddrike County by the FEnpo Natural Gas company. A crater in the Cran Nea district shows a depth of 02 feet with a bore reaching 2,000 feet nearby. The piece references gas industry activity and exploration efforts in the Solar district and related fields.
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Comarly
Seth Penn
Hea
Edn
Fetm Tie A
Baller
Fas
Gurdum
Gelalin
Doddrike
Fenpo Natural Gas
Hun
Rarion Gas Companies
Tre Neatanlody
Ths
Solar
Baethew J
Mancharged with assault in early morning case
A man faces charges after a reported domestic incident. Police obtained a warrant following a complaint and prepared for a trial as details emerged. The case centers on alleged heating bar and related actions in the residence.
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Tye
Rod
Onterria
Jenn
Fingin
Ty Wien
al Y Stalin
Brooks
Q Dorser
Belle Hopkins
Suohadine
N Roy
Wilson & Tewis
Golden
Wynndottes
Rhode Telezil Rede
Sisher
Test Creek
Lane
Secone
Frank V
R. B. McDanet, Cler
Taft
Railrgad
R. S. Ogden, Sr
St. Lake Park
Orhiere
James B. Mostin
Bridgeport
Wilkinson
Bie City
Gourt
Mt. Clare Cu Business
Witletes
Gline Jackson
Barnes
Vuluie Houghnone
Frank Gall
John Romine
William Muskeran
Welles
Orment Ant
Old Virginia
Black Boy
Jiro
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