Congress Opens Fifty-Ninth Session In Washington
The Fifty-ninth Congress convened at noon with Senate sworn in and routine business. Adjournment was in respect for the late Senator Platt. House organization dominates agenda including insurance policyholders, statehood, Panama Canal, immigration, revenue, and election integrity. Interior decor changes noted as new carpets and polished white granite walls. President's message to be delivered tomorrow.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Cleck BeTaweil
Senate
Associated Tress
D. C
United States
Platt
Connecticut
House
Congress
Panama Canal
Philipinses
Santo Domingo
Germany
Moody
See
Navy Ponapark
Foseph Comon
Vtis Ees
P Piers
Hephirn
Meniben
Ani
Altizon
Tatha Horan
Akor Cannon
Snesker
Tova Oni
SS USA
Minissionis
Andy Neminatine
Epeiker al
Balfour Resigns Visibly After King Pelward Visit
Unclear text shows Balfour resigning after a meeting with King Pelward. Associated Press report from London notes a resignation offer and withdrawal. Department of Agriculture bulletin appears with figures 10,167.818 and Safeco reference, but context fragmented.
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Associated Press
London
Briz
Aseociated Press
Ington
Department of Agriculture
Vearate
Boy's hand blown off in Sunday hunting accident
An accident between this city and West Bfilford left a boy's hand severely damaged after a gun exploded during a hunting trip. He was rushed to St Mary's hospital with injuries described as grave. the incident involved Kirk Marlin of the Time National Bank.
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Marvin
Mertin
West
Bfilford
Suronday
Syhiel
Efe
St Mary's Hospitalation
Bos
Kirk Marlin
Time National Bank
GOAL AND GORE R A PROGRESS ON COAL AND COKE ROAD
The article describes near completion two weeks more for the Coal and Coke railroad from Charleston to Elkine with direct communication to Tierleston. Officials plan to run one train each way for a time once the bridge is finished and the Morzantavn extension work proceeds toward Kingwood. Workers from Talbott Brothers, McCabe, and Capone are actively constructing tracks and laying tiles, with many laborers on site and trains expected to resume running along the line soon.
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Charleston
Elkine
Tierleston
Coal and Coke
Weynes Ten
Cpane
Morzantavn
Sfucwod
Rowleling
Hetanoe
Htc
Alronte
Rael
Kinewnod
Nbrowt Live
Baneddus Opens Winter Term at Throgddis Ina stitute
The winter term opens at Baneddus with a large enrollment and a golds work 7 preomisert Phe attendee expected to be larger than last year.
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Baneddus
Throgddis
Fragmented note sparks obscure auction rumor
A damaged OCR fragment mentions unnamed parties and vague terms about a farm, purchases, and locations. The text is garbled with names and places unclear, leaving only scattered hints of an auction or sale context and potential participants.
Printers To Convene Tonight At Tomes And Law Works
A gathering of the Printers union is planned for this evening at six o clock in the printing rooms of the Tomes and Law Company. The meeting seeks to discuss labor matters and working conditions affecting members.
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Selock
Tomes & Law Companys
Death of aged lady Shuttleworth at West Main
Aire R Shuttleworth wife of F Shuttleworth Sr died at home on West Main street at 22 o clock noon Monday after days of weakness from imperfect heart. She was 70 years 11 months 2 days, born in Trafary 2 184? and survived by husband five sons two daughters seven grandchildren. The family and community mourn her as a longtime resident and Methodist. Funeral arrangements not yet made.
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Aire R. Shuttleworth
F. Shuttleworth
West Mainstract
Shuttleworth
Trafary
William R. Blair
Augusta County
George W
Frank Robert
Benjamin F
Harry
Denver
J. W. van Hervort
Parkershire
FL. Miller
New York
Salem city whiskey seizure arrest follows warrant
Justice Miley Duff and Hart's place in Salem hosted a war sent duty. Constable Rogers arrested Thomas A Riley and seized a carload of whiskey and beer. Miley appeared before the magistrate, posted 400 bail, and faced indictment while bond of 100 was set to answer charges. Proceeds from the seized goods will be disposed of according to law.
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M.S. Miley
Duff & Hart
Salem
Rogers
Thomas A Riley
Miley
Haw
Mutineers Clash With Troops Amid Street Unrest in Germany
In Germany a mutiny attempt triggered clashes as mutineers tried to win troops to their side. Soldiers fired on the assailants, resulting in about 70 killed and 860 wounded, with 200 mutineers surrendering after heavy measures were used.
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Heylin
Germany
Patel
Tell Wipe
Huc
Zomral
Wedding Plans for Pam Ranior and Corey TT Paral
Pam Ranior announces a forthcoming wedding this month with Corey TT Paral and Mise S Aretha Martin listed as a couple. Friends extend warm wishes via Telegram as the exact date remains unconfirmed but expected before Christmas according to the dame.
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Pam Ranior
Corey TT
Paral
Mise S
Delightful party at Mechanic Street residence
Mo and Mrs Walter Wilson entertained several friends at their Mechanic Street home. The evening was pleasant with a fine supper. Mrs Wilop sought recommendations on culinary skills from the host tastemakers, promising further improvement.
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Walter Wilson
Mechanic Strest
Wilop
Travel ers Club forms in Washington event
The United Commercial Travelers meeting in Washington organized a club to raise funds for uniforms and defray expenses for the Grand Council machine in May in Washington D C. A special meeting and smoker were planned for December 29 with good attendance.
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Patrick Cole
Westin Grocery Company
United Commercial Travelers
Lane to Get Fifer's Place in Interstate Commission
Washington dispatch reports President will appoint Krinklin Lane of Sam Francisco to the vacancy caused by ex Governor Fifer's resignation on the Interstate Commerce Commission. The appointment takes effect January next.
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Associated Prose
Washington, D.C
Krinklin Lane
Sam Francisco
Fifer
Interstate Commerce Commission
Deepwater Tidewater extension contract awarded to MacArthur Bros Co
Cumberland Mo December reports MacArthur Bros Co awarded the contract to construct 100 miles of the Deepwater road from Norfolk west to West Virginia. The Tidewater extension includes twenty one tunnels from 350 to 3500 feet and must be completed in two years with Michael Elmore in a share role on Potomac Valley improvements.
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Cumberland, Mu. Dee
MacArthur Bros. Co
Norfolk West
West Virginia
Tidewater
Michael Elmore
Wabash
Prominent Man Found Dead In Columbus Era
Associated Press report from Columbus notes the death of prominent figure Ellicon Fall age 25, found Sunday in East Traad stretch after an apparent stroke or perplexity. He was son of the Inte Waite and grandson of Chief das Fiée Waite of the United States. At the time of his death he served as resident superintendent at the Case Manufacturing Co.
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Columbus
O. Dee
Ellicon
Traad
M Waite
Waite
Das Fiée Waite
United States
Case Munufacturing Co
Hott and Wickeninger Wedding at Adina ton Home
Mr Herman Hott and Miss Anny Wickeninger wed at the bride’s parents home in Adina ton at 1 o’clock Sunday morning. Rev C A Snider officiated. Bride and groom unnamed relatives and attendees noted in muddled OCR text.
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Herman Hott
Anny Wickeninger
C. A. Wickenhofer
Adinaton
C. A. Snider
Tull
Tory Wre
Ayers
Indy
City Hospital Notes Include Several Discharges After Surgery
City hospital records note discharge of Keminick Romi of Stinnstory after five weeks in care following a difficult operation for bones of Hw Tver. Misens Ted and Metta Star Tnnehlore of G We Starkey were admitted to hospital after suffering from peculiar tonsilities during the Stealevadition residency.
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Keminick Romi
Hones
Hw Tver
Misens
Ted
Metta
Tnnehlore
G. We Starkey
Bazaar Success at Central School Near Meleepsport
The Hbracy bazaar in Central school building closed Saturday night after a total recount showing about 15045 and $20 in value of books sold. Services will be held at the Beret Rabbyterian church this evening at 8:30. Pastor Findlay McMillan of Central Presbyterian Church in Meleespert will preach, with nightly sermons all week.
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Cetral
Findlay McMillan
Central Presbyterian Church
Meleespert
Floyd
Battle leaves Pipkin mind weakened after beating
R J Papkin, milk dealer, suffered severe injuries in a Sunday assault by French McClung, a colored laborer, in Comnetree. He remains hospitalised with mental impairment while McClung faces charges. doctors assess Pipkin’s prognosis as uncertain and worsening. McClung will face trial tomorrow in Gurdon court.
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Pipkin
McClung
Comnetree
Surnday
McClang
Sear
Wiebergelack van Bugafrate Gurdon’ Court
Swith
Lfe
Asailant
High Waters Falling Across Ohio River Ports
Associated Press reports rising and falling water levels along the Ohio River. At Pittsburgh the river crested over two feet this morning before easing, with low temperatures around zero. Parkersburg, Point Pleasant, Cincinnati and nearby areas remain partially affected by the unsettled weather and rising waters. Officials anticipate no large financial impact, though local conditions remain tense as rivers recede.
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Associated Pres
Cincinnati
Hec
Ohio River
Pittsburg
Rendaled Press
Pittbury
Annual Sermon to Colored Lodge Sees Large Attendance
The annual sermon to the Colored Lodge was delivered Sunday afternoon at a local church. A large convocation attended the ceremony, the lodge members displayed pride in the impressive turnout and a handsome collection was raised.
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K. Dfp
Anna Sern
Vythins
Suniday Vternoon
Vridehapeh
Camely
Parvenna Dance Postponed By Craws Orchestra Night
Due to the home talent opera, Craws orchestra postpones their big dance to tomorrow night, Tuesday Dec 5. All invited and good order is guaranteed. Prof Crow has arranged new up to date music as director.
Pension Day in County Clerk Office Grants Civil War Vouchers
Pension day drew crowds at the county clerk’s office as Civil War vouchers were prepared and sent to Washington. Old soldiers are expected to receive payments promptly, ensuring timely relief and service continuation.
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Moody
Waslington
Tims
Court Begins Reassessment Hearings as Petitions Rise
Court sessions open with small attendance and few petitions as re assessment reviews commence. Officials report thousands of lands to be reassessed and hear complaints from residents. Some landowners express acceptance of current values while others seek reductions.
Memorial of Elke Held at Clarksburg Opera House
The Clarksbury Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held their annual memorial for departed brothers at the opera house on Sunday December 3. The service featured a roll call of deceased members including Sprigg Sanda W. Ebert Dawson W. B. McGary G. Karl Ranst and Charles J. Goff with a large audience present and music from the Elk Orchestra. The event honored former Indigo members and included prayers, duets and a closing of Thy the Jaden Ode Ayer And Lang Syne amid ritual decor. Rental and estate notices filled the day as petitions and assessments were filed, with several attendees and officials in attendance.
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Clarksbury Benevolent and Protective Order of
Hiky
Anntal
Opera Louse
Elke
Elks
Clarkeburg Indigo
Sprigg Sanda
W. Ebert Dawson
Oper House
Opera House
Alfizer
Mies Frost Thorn
Min Arenine Cemmene
Reler Shiels
Tad
Arh
Altizer
Miter
Thorn
Minni
Air
Chor
Lodge Roy
Nesbitt
Hertrors
Evan
Lodge of Elks Reals
Fitzhugh
Cortelin Natter
Acme
Arie
McDonald
Anite Tovker
Baie Terr
Hogert
J. Men Scher
John D. Pickens
Elke Distr
Bo Ares
BI. Amplerson
Sthitsteston
Jail Delivery At Adamston Jail Delivery Tale
On Sunday morning an apparent jail delivery occurred at Adamston involving two inmates George Brown and Newton Chitriffin. The escape occurred from the outer door floor pen with no crow bar used. Cottrill was later apprehended and claims involvement by three others. County court attendance noted.
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Moning Adamston
Mac
George Brown
Newton Chitriffin
Young Kennedy Hunnay Milroy Isenmedy
Parkersburg police investigated a Sunday incident involving a missing boy, reported by a neighbor. The Connerly boy claimed he saw a front yard disturbance and a man stated he would not harm others, prompting an inquiry by city officials and telegraphic inquiries into the event.
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Milroy Isenmedy
Sear
Parkersburg
Connerly Boy
al Housh Telegraphic Inquiey
Macy
Raised Miners Wages in Cumberland Strike Details
In Cumberland Michigan a coal company raised miners wages amid a strike. The change is described as an increase of five cents per ton as part of a shift in costs. The move follows earlier by the union and negotiations with the company.
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Cumberland
Flas Georges Rk Coal Company
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