Roosevelt urges rate regulation in annual message to Congress
President Roosevelt’s annual message to the Fifty-ninth Congress discusses prosperity and the need for rate regulation. He argues the interlinked interests of workers, producers, and consumers require policies that aid the industrious and skilled while ensuring fair rewards, warning against envy and the harms of unequal sharing. The speech emphasizes national welfare relies on honest enterprise and prudent legislation.
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Associated Press
Wallington
Roosevelt
House
Senate
House of Sentations
Aga
Corporations and governance clash over corporate power
The article argues that without government restraint some leaders misuse energy for private gain rather than the common good. It notes Sertunea amassed corporate power grows too large, enabling rulers to threaten the sovereignty of states. Continued discussion is promised on page.
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Tell Warminst
Stesf
Penich
Hart Big Suit Against Hart Alleges Faulty Land Title
Frederick W. Ward of Pittsburg files a suit in equity through attorneys Archer and Piper against John B. Hart trustee. Suit seeks specific performance of a 1903 contract to sell 14 600 acres of timber and coal land plus Alexander and Rich Mountain Railway stock for 250 000. Allegations claim title defects and improper post contract actions including a court sale decree and pending auction by commissioners.
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Frederick W. Ward
Pittsburg
WB. Archer
Parkersburg
P/O Piper
Buckhannon
U. S
Hart
Randolph County
Circuit Court
Moshur County
G. M. Fleming
A. G Young
Dayton
Randolph Coal and Lumber Company
Patrick Connell Injured in Mine Accident
Patrick Connell was seriously injured by slate fall in the Pinnickinnick coal mine at 11 Tuesday morning. His right leg broke in two places between knee and ankle and his head was scarred. He was taken to his East Pike street home for treatment and care.
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Patrick Connell
Pinnickinnick
East Pike Street
George Brown Recaptured After Jail Escape
Jeorge Brown colored who escaped from Adamston jail Sunday morning was recaptured last night. Local officers at Mayor Southern's request nabbed Brown at Frank Smith's restaurant and he was placed in custody. Adamston authorities were notified and came to town to take him back to their Bastile at Adameton.
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Jeorge Brown
Adamston
Sandey Morning
Mrs Shuttleworth Funeral Service Set on West Main
Mrs Shuttleworth's funeral will be held at 2 30 Wednesday afternoon from the fence on West Main street with interment in Odd Fellows cemetery. Dr B K Ar puthnot will officiate the obsequies. Pallbearers are S J Harrison W B Osborn Henry Havi ond P C Williams Dr A R Timberlake and Jesse Alexander.
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JF. Shuttleworth
West Main Street
8. K. Arputhnot
S. J. Harrison
W. B. Osborn
Heary Haviond
P. C. Williams
A. R. Timberlake
Jesse Alexander
Jines Dead Funeral for James R Jones Held at Boothrie
The funeral for James R Jones aged 65 was held at Boothrie on Monday afternoon. He died at home near Bridgeport after an illness of twenty years.
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Jines
James R. Jones
Boothrie
Bridgeport Sunotter
Fatal House Fire Claims Four Year Old Hazel Barnes
Hazel, four, of Handolply county, died after her clothing ignited while reaching for an object on a mantle at Robert I. Righter’s home in McAlpin. Her burns were suffered before neighbors and Dr. Cox could aid. she died around 10:30 a.m. Monday. The father, Oral Barnes, was notified and funeral plans awaited his arrival from Randolph county.
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Hazel
Oral Barnes
Handolply
Jae
Robert I. Tighter
McAlpin
Barnes
Rivter Hone
Mr. Righter
Randolph County
Joyous reunion of Blue and Gray at Bridgeport
Captain James H. Barry of Bridgeport and W. msel of Central City Nebraska met Tuesday for the first time in 42 years. They recalled Civil War era events including a raid on a railroad bridge and the capture of a foreman and his gang. The men enjoyed a pleasant, friendly reunion and reminiscences of old times.
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James H. Barry
Bridgeport
W. Msel
Central City
Neb
Jones’ Mid
Hurry
Mr. Sinset
Bride Fort
Mr. Sinsol
Richmond
Court House Meetings Close Tonight at 9 PM
Court house gatherings end this evening by 9. W M Tong will discuss A Change of Heart What is it and how produced followed by a brief talk by State Secretary A T Linkletter. A Christian church of nearly sixty members plans to buy a lot and fund a church at about $20,000. W W Long leaves for New Martinsville and A Linkletter returns home at Moundville after preaching at 119 PM and 7:30 PM.
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Court House
W. M. Tong
A. T Linkletter
A. Linkletter
Moundaville
A. Linklatter
Marcato Club Expresses Gratitude for Opera Patronage
Two members of the Marcato Musical Club praise the opera Pho Pargonue and the Grand Opera House management for generous favors. They thank the many attendees for their patronage and reflect on the Monday night performance.
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Marcato Musical Club
Pho Pargonue
Grand Opera House
Wells
Parvenus Pleases Clarkburg With Open Night
A lively open at the Grand last night showcased Parvenus a new musical comedy. John Saunders directed staging and W Harrie Ware contributed musical touches. Cast included Otto Schmidt and Evaline with Pauline Stewart, Bowesson, and Ballio Boggress delivering standout performances before a representative audience of Clarksburg society. Proceeds benefit the Maronite Club.
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Tim Rues
John Saunders
W. Harrie Ware
New York City
Saunders
Clarksburg
Opera House
al Awell
Marcite Club
Parcons Sounders Company
Otto Schmidt
Trsicenses Wedd
Ewriy
Tom Tovejay
New York
Grip
Oregs Fleming
Irs
J. F. Esti
Evaline
Bart de
Walker School Friends
Evalins
Jessamine Ani
Kelley Daughtaes
May Anna Florer
Prish - Suame Trust
Olta Schmidt
Estill
Miss Bog
Awoot Risto
Lovejoy
Bowline
Stewart
Reduction petitions are few in county rent review
The county court, presided by the prosecuting attorney, opened a session on Tuesday to review reassessments of rents. By noon the first day only about 35 petitions had been received, with many residents seeking reductions on land and house values. Names like John Bizeel, Sylvester Reed, J. Davisson, D. F. Marean, Pant Ti, and Agnes W. Prick appear among those requesting lower assessments, while others request adjustments on acres and parcels across multiple districts.
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Thorn
Ynere Beira
John Bizeel
Sylvester “Reed
Simpson
Istriet
Jeni
D. McReynolds
JA. Walch
Sardis
Nere
Babes Fenty
Horne
Agnes W. Prick
McFittirr
Acro
Alex Hannah
Svilis
Tre Seu
Silve Starks
Engle
J. Ri
Nazmm
Mary S. Milkeroperty
Pleasant Party Delights Guests At Hickman Home Thanksgiving
A very pleasant seasonable gathering was held at Mr and Mrs Will T Hickman s home at Thanksgiving with guests including Edna and others. Refreshments were served and much affection expressed for the enjoyable evening among friends and neighbors.
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Will T Hickman
Edna W "Tenwie Taweon
Ethel Spine
Tie Hick
Moers
Gordon Brand
Claude Ni
Walter Hickman
Tillman Wiekman
Chis, Rawson
William Darling
Thomas Tiekman
Ithah Vieht
Meeting Held on Trenton Rescue in Mock Trial Tale
A courtroom summary reports a Tuesday jailment involving Tristan W. Gordon in default of 21,000 for felonious misconduct. The case, named with abbreviated parties, notes a prosecution tied to BR and J Pumpkiny, with local responders connected to MeCtung Hela Trench Metsnns in a colored community.
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Trench
Tio Monte
Tristian
W. Gordon
J. Pmpkiny
Massive City Fire Swallows Salem and Fairmont Districts
A large blaze tore through a Salem planning mall area and nearby Fairmont structures, destroying three commercial buildings and a three story house. Firefighters battled the central blaze for hours as winds spread flames toward the Balun college vicinity. The aftermath left homes damaged and the city counting losses with no insurance on the main building.
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Salem
Charlotte Dasimons
Amd
Fatio
Ui City
Balun College
Satpmater
Ayas
Herat
Baltimore
Ohio
Randolph
Ueicins
Jaypee Teun
Neil
Theoeh
Ane
Hood
Tay Tom
Wialing
Schufte Confirms City Leadership View in Adamston
Joseph Schufte of Adamston West Virginia declares he has no wish to be mayor and urges electoral reform. He criticizes public office holders pursuing personal gain and calls for leaders who protect town interests at the next election. The statement appears in a Telegram edition from 1905.
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Editon
Telerani
Calhoun County
Adamston
Second Order Injunction Over Telephone Dispute
A second injunction was issued to restrain American Telephone & Telegraph Company, its officers and employees from entering or damaging property owned by Mrs. Mel Senn Wilkinson of Bridgeport. The prior order was withdrawn after being improperly issued. The filing was served Tuesday, with the court action enforced Monday night.
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Melsenn Wilkinson
Bridgeport
Amorican Telegraph &Selephone Company
Ly Judge Co
Tadze Tameh
Guy
Ames
Wilkinson
Philafelphia Agen
Tureday Spor
Isenhart Home Destroyed by Fire Near Wetton Road
The Isenhart home of Brianmnel Lenhart on Wetton road front side suffered total loss in a Monday evening blaze. A one story frame dwelling belonged to Glemon Pritchard and was completely buried in the flames. Lenhart and family were away when the fire started. the origin is unknown and believed to have started during the absence of all family members. The head of the household, Mr Isenhirl, is reported aged and in humble circumstances. The fire caused heavy financial loss with no immediate details on insurance or salvage efforts.
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Brianmnel Lenhart
Wetton Road
Valy
Glevon Pritchard
Mir
Lenhart
Isenhirl
Revenue violator brought to jail in Parkersburg
Samuel Craig, charged with violating federal internal revenue laws, was brought in from Austin, Pres county, Monday evening by Deputy Marius. He was held in jail in Parkersburg in default of $200 bond to await term of federal court.
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Samuel Craig
Austin
Pres County
Marius
Internal Revenue
Parkersburg
Miiawe
G. A. Ladies Meet On Main Street
The Ladies of the G Ap i wit hold a meeting on Main Street near the County Math office at night. Attendees will discuss calendars and views of importance to farmers, with a focus on framer concerns and community events.
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G. Ap i
County Math Office
Acs
Phorelay
Church Services Announcement Noted in Local Parish
Fragmentary OCR notes describe upcoming church services led by a named local priest. The text mentions a sermon and a schedule detail in a church setting, with unclear names and places due to damaged text.
Court records show assault case involving Edward Graigie
Fragmentary notes indicate a legal proceeding in Erie court connected to an assault allegation against Edward Graigie. Details on parties, dates, and outcomes are unclear in the readable lines.
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George Brown
Joyews
Blueo
Marcato Club
Vasit
City OF Salem
Fairmont
Schufte
Joseph Schoutte
W. Va
Isenhart
Kinky McMillan
Speegervicen
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