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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1905

Page

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Norwegian Explorer Reaches Fort Alpsicn After Northwest Passage

The Norwegian government plans a felicitation for Captain Roandaimaard net as he arrives at Fort Alpsicn having traversed the Northwest Passage. The expedition claims to have found the true magnetic pole and reports great success led by Fridjoff Wansen and associated journalists.

Christiania Roandaimaardnet Fort Alpsicn Northwest Passage George Williams Fridjoff Wansen

Destructive Jackson street fire devastates candy factory

A blaze at the Walcand Company on Jackson Street destroyed the candy factory, boiler room, bakery, and nearby five story residence within hours. The fire, likely started by a gas leak, caused extensive loss with insurance lacking for the Candie Company and Clifford property. Firefighters struggled to contain the flames as crowds gathered and several nearby structures suffered damage.

Wal- Candy Company Jackson Ek Josstan Suppene Jonas Sheen Me Billings

Nine killed in collision at Wilkins Station

An Overland Limited on the Union Pacific collided with a freight train at Wilkins Station early today. The crash demolished engines, dynamo, and a dining car, killing nine people including mail clerks, dining car staff, two electricians, and one engineer.

Hy Associated Press Gron River Weo Union Paville Wilkins

Indiana Adjutant General Resigns Over 596 Dollar Shortage

John R. Ward, adjutant-general of Indiana, resigns after governor Handley demands the investigation of his accounts. The committee alleges a shortage of $596.79, claimed as secured by overcharging pay totals for forty war companies and warrants for troops supplies, with alleged shortages dating back to December 103.

Associated Pires Tncithiapol John , R. Ward Indiana Handley Yeieri Tadisna Naipyal Gimirdant Decerhier

Williams jailed for non support and other local notes

Williams jailed for non support after a court appearance in justice court. Luther Noy vs Avis Herbert and William Bussey settled over stolen ring claims with restitution. F R Sellers of Pittsburg ill with appendicitis at Waldo hotel. hope for nonoperative resolution noted.

Luther Noy Avis Herbert Wiliam Bussey Willy Ue Hoeft Haveness W. Gordon Ft. R. Sellers Pittsburg Nile County Waldo Hotel

Walthour Candy Company to Rebuild After Fire

A partial OCR fragment notes the Walthour Candy Company planned to rebuild immediately following a fire at the plaza. It mentions related permit works by Alexander & Stoyle and possible damp or damaged structures, with Wade to handle property real estate matters.

Walthour Candy Company Wade Gadden Méxander & Stoyle Fae

Parvenus at the Opera House Draws Raves for Cast

The Parvenus drew acclaim Monday as Mrs Estill Miss Jean Walker and Miss Pauline Stewart led a strong cast praised for looks, voice, and acting. Friday night’s repeat performance promises higher crowd satisfaction with tickets priced at 25 50 and 75 cents.

Parvenus Opera House Eyalian Mise Sallis Burgess Bright Kisalya Miss Wail Pauline Stewart Brond Rozelle Estill Gay Estill

Maier Praises Clarkburg As Prospering City

WHEELING WV Dec 7 Mr W J Maier formerly in produce and green goods in this city now in jobbing business at Clarkburg participates in Mosaic ceremonies. He disposed of the Clarkburg jobbing business and will move to Norfolk Va to engage in wholesale fruit jobbing on a larger scale dealing in cartl and Jota. He praised Clarkburg noting substantial men ready to push the town forward and that steady growth replaces the get rich quick era.

Wheeling W. J. Maier Clarburg Clarkeburg Sys Maier Norfolk Clarkalmrg Major Clarksburg

Money in United States reaches 2.88 billion stock

The 1905 report of Comptroller of the Currency Ridgeley to Congress details the nation’s money stock. At June 30 1905 the U S money in circulation totaled 2 883 109 364 with 2 031 296 042 in coin and bullion and 551 813 822 United States and national bank notes The Treasury assets total 205 227 211 and circulation 2 587 882 640 The per capita circulation is 31 08 The money held by banks nearest June 30 1905 was 987 800 000 leaving 600 100 000 outside Treasury and banks Currency shares by sector are 10 24 of stock in Treasury 31 2 percent in banks and 58 49 percent elsewhere The per capita time counted is 19 22 From 1900 to 1905 bank money rose from 749 9 million to 7 00 million The report tracks regional bank shares and world per capita stocks with France at 31 41 and Germany at 19 88 among leading holdings.

Washington, D William B. Ridgelox Congress United States Hidgeley Treasury United States and National— Bank National Tlm Tyne Fort Eastor Hell New England Barths Mir Ridgeley France Germany Spain United

Cruelty and Assassination Reported by AP

An AP dispatch from St. Petersburg describes December 5 killings and cruelty in a palace claimed by a terrorist faction. Report notes torture by Cossacks against a prisoner and references a social revolutions sect's alleged actions.

Associated Press St. Petersburg Salehora

Baptist Services Continue at Fr Traptist Church Amid Interest

Reports say services proceed with growing interest and several conversions. Hes A Holden plans an evening talk this week and a boys and girls program with a four o clock pairing. the pastor will preach Sunday and weekly evening sermons continue, following last night’s excitement.

Elnrch A. Holden

Denham Expected to Be Reappointed Postmaster

Washington reports Sherman Daskianeill will reappoint Denham as postmaster at Clarksburg West Virginia. The recommendation came during Denham’s visit to Washington for Congress opening and is backed by Rep. B B Duvver and both Senators Elkins and Scott.

Denham Washington, D. C Sherman Daskianeill Clarksburg Weva

Panama Canal Appropriation Battle in House

In Washington today the House reopened debate on the Panama Canal appropriation. Williams proposed cutting the sum from 16.5 million to about 6.86 million, enough to cover needs to January 15. Prince offered an amendment to raise to 210.9 million. The panel rejected Williams proposal and adopted 11 million. Senate action and treasury inquiries followed as adjournment loomed after a long session.

Associated Press Washington, D. C House Williams Prince Illinois Tower Senate Paseet Tillman Sec Treasury Informa Hon Pho Senate Iyo

iL Magnate Passes Away in New York Voyage

Daniel Per King Bosworth, a prominent figure described as wealthy and well known, died last night in New York. He served as acting ensign in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War and was a member of the Loyal Legion.

Associated Prema. Marietts Daniel Perking Bosworth Oyl Aunay Jon New York United States Jy Loyal Legion

Noted Body of Singers to Witness Parvenous

A Columbus Ladies Choir committee aided by Mr M Bi Covell will arrive in the city tomorrow to witness a performance of The Parvenus at the opera house. The choir, one of the leading U S musical groups, seeks to present the play and has telegraphed the author Mr Toho Saunders for permission. Their arrival and attendance promise a notable event. Mrs R J Galloy will host them in the city during their stay.

Guterpinn Chorus Columbus M. Bi Covell Omorroaw Parvenus Terlytrove Uerpinty Chorm United States Apeloty Toho Sainders Hick Nore Will Tayments R. J. Gaaloy He Waldo

Entertainment and Supper by Calanthe on Pike Street

The local organization known as 4 fle Chust of Calanthe will present an evening of entertainment and supper at Reed's Tail on Pike Street tonight starting at 8 pm. A variety of refreshments will be served and there is no admission charge, with the public warmly invited.

Fle Calanthe Pike Strest

Griffin seeks rehearing in farm surface damage case

Attorneys Homer W Williams and Harvey W Harmer prepare to petition the state supreme court for rehearing in Leander Griffin versus the Fairnont Corl Company. The dispute concerns liability for damage to surface from removal of coin and whether surface remains intact. Previously Judge Mason ruled against Griffin and the supreme court affirmed.

Homer W. Williams Harvey W. Harmer State Supreme Plot Leander Griffin Fair Nent Corl Company Libility Te Company John W. Mason Griffin Suprme Mason Messrs. Willimme Innit Harmer W. P. Hubbard Wheeling T.P. Tweobs New Martinaville

Ricky Arrested as Cable Cutter

Clyde Rickey was brought here from Gypay Thursday morning charged with cutting the Fairmonts Telephone cable at its lines night before Thanksgiving. The crime is serious as the offender was taken before Justice M. Riley for examination on December 11 at 1 pm.

Clyde Rickey Gypay Fairmonts

Library Day observance changes at Htzl school

Library Day will not be observed tomorrow at Htzl school with most activities moved to the afternoon after a successful library bazaar. Dr 3. By will speak on literary topics in the afternoon as K. Arbuthnot visits rooms to give short addresses. patrons and friends are invited.

Tyal School Tee K. Arbuthnot

Street Car Collision During Fire Near Waldour Candy Plant

A street car collided with a horse and buggy amid a large fire at the Waldour Candy Company's plant after street obstructions and crowding near Pike Street. Conductor Highland and Motorman Durgeloase maneuvered the car amid excitement as a horse drawn wagon, driven by a colored man, fled the scene. Only slight damage to the bus was recorded. initial reports of a fatal van accident were unconfirmed.

Waldour Candy Company Gharze Highland

Funeral Directors Meeting Tonight Postponed By Officials

The State Board of Funeral Directors meeting, set at Weldernet, was postponed to tonight at the same time and place as several members were late. Constable Andrew Lyon and S. W. Gordon’s court officials intervened as Russell Carter of Davisons Row faced arrest over an alleged attack involving an animal in a cage before Justice Gordon Tilghiman. Carter’s father, Russell, appeared and challenged the charges, while a wage bonus for the animal’s owner was noted.

Dustice Bulle Williams Carter Tor Elkins State Board of Andrew Lyon Twe Lige S. WW Gordon Coure Russell Carter Daviseon’s Row Tilghiman Carter Russell

Forged Firm Name Tied to Local Banking Fraud Probe

Investigators traced fraudulent activity to a firm linked to Williams and Shaffner Brothers. A forged name and mispelled signature sparked a bank check scheme affecting local merchants and producers in Salem area. Deputies pursued leads, with Shaffner Brothers described as contractors to the Salem mill field and questioned over ties to the case. The last sighting of Williams was Sunday morning as he reportedly left the city.

Williams Cabrio Sun William Satannay Dewis Barrett Cheeks Airtel Doeyriber Splem Shafner Ehreck Finvig & Berroft Shaftner Salem Sherif John Sheridan Froranon Wile Bis Seherdabouti Merrhers Shaffner Brothers Petle Chad Hind Merdbanta & Provincers Wilhiress

Death of Dr Bond in Montana City Area

The obituary reports the death of Dr. Bond at his home near Montana City on Wednesday at 2100 hours. He was a long time physician and employed by Fairmont Coal Company and the Hattimore Oibin railroad company, survived by his wife and daughter. The services are planned for Friday at 9 o clock, with burial in Rockford.

Nepal Alti Chica Weer Simul Booker Neam Taree Advis Gane Fairmont Coal Hattimore Oibin Railroad Company Esidos

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