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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1905
Page
1
A circuit court proceeding centers on the first felony case under the new liquor laws. Indictments allege misdemeanor counts for several defendants while one key figure faces a felony charge tied to a license violation. Sentences include fines and jail terms with details reflecting the statute’s penalties and the state’s enforcement approach.
A brief notice records the appointment of a librarian by Associated Press in Pennsylvania. The fragment mentions a person named Edwin and references Pittsbnan Praran, with unclear dates and roles. Further readable facts are scarce. the item preserves the official appointment gist without sensational detail.
The article reports that French Hays, a Gilmer county legislator and prominent citizen, is likely to be indicted by the federal grand jury in January on charges including whiskey distribution at a fair, obstructing justice, and interfering with a government officer. Deputy Musgrave and Collector Glasscock's force file the allegations, with Hays bond pledged to answer before the grand jury.
In Yokio on December 14, about eight thousand Chinese students, angered by the Chinese minister to Japan, Yargshi, in Tokyo and unrest at the university, have resolved to strike. A manifesto from the students is clearly opposed to the Manchu dynasty.
The Catholic Bazaar at Centennial Hall was well patronized with many fancy articles sold. The raffle and fights by Ladies and Wolfie’s club are in demand. An overturned candle at the fortune telling booth ran alarm but caused no serious damage. the bazaar will continue tonight with hopeful prospects.
The Union Christmas service, held last year under Y M C A auspices, will be repeated this year at Traylors Grand opera house with responses from major orders and script societies. Dr Frank Hummel of Pittsburgh, lecturer and graduate To Kings School of Orntory, will present the afternoon address, while Wells orchestra donates services and a special musical program is prepared.
Rickey was brought from Gypsy on Wednesday evening by Con stable B. Fr. Rogora and jailed. He is charged with breaking a window in a room at Gypsy owned by Con Company, and was committed that June.
Miner Robert Mone sustained a badly broken arm while working at the Columbia wine. He suffered the injury during a fall and was attended by associates who assisted and reported the accident. Emergency care was applied on site.
The ceremony united a well known couple as friends offered warm congratulations. Mr and Mrs Lynch plan to make Clarke'sburg their future home after the wedding, signaling a hopeful new chapter for the couple and their families.
New York to vote reaffirmed Harry C Pulliam as president secretary and treasurer of the National League of Baseball Clubs. Janes A Hart declined to run after nomination while two votes favored him unofficially. Directors named: A E Sneden Barney Dreyfuss Charles H Ebbets W J Shettsl ine and Charles W Murphy. Committees formed on constitution and playing rules as leagues set to discuss a one man drafting system.
Associated Press reports the Anthracite coal miners convention met in Shamokin on December 14 with seven hundred delegates present. President John Mitchell presided and will formulate demands on operators as a substitute for the strike commission award due to expire March 31.
Newark report says General Harman Haupt, Civil War veteran and noted railroad man, World War II era engineer, oldest West Point graduate, died suddenly of heart disease aboard a Pennsylvania Railroad train between Jersey City and New Haven while talking with his son.
A smart society dance at the Waldo tonight by exclusive circles’ young gentlemen promises an enjoyable evening with amusements. Wells merry-makers play under Herr Weingarten Rathakeller Walters baton, featuring a new Walters piece Swallow Tail or Tuxedo translated from high form.
A contested bill advancing in Elkins aims to curb rates, with the Senate passing a favorable measure after little debate. A related resolution on academy conditions was introduced in the House, signaling ongoing scrutiny of administrative standards.
Frank Kent of Jans Institute sues for injuries alleged to have occurred when the Grakselli reportedly collided with a buggy near a Catholic church. Justice M S Tiley has scheduled the trial for December 19.
A four story brick business building in Brooklyn belonging to State Senator Charles Cooper was destroyed by fire early today. The blaze caused an estimated $100,000 loss to the structure and about $150,900 in losses to tenants.
Mrs Taggart who faced a divorce trial at Wooster Ohio recently brought her son Calvert to Cincinnati for a law operation. Reports said she won at Judge Berry’s in New Port but the judge denies it.
President and Mrs Roosevelt formally announce the engagement of their daughter Alice Roosevelt to Nicholas Tangworth, U.S. Representative from Ohio's first district. The wedding is planned for mid February at the White House.
Champion Joe Gans and Mike Sullivan signed articles to box twenty rounds at Woodward's pavilion in San Francisco next month. They will weigh 142 pounds. The bout is set for January 19 with the men sharing fifty percent of receipts. winner to receive sixty percent and loser forty percent.
A Bow Captain J L Barbour of Parkersburg arrived in the city this afternoon and enlisted into the U S Army. George W Emory of Pittsburgh will be sent to Columbus Ohio barracks Saturday morning.
Ralph F. Holden arrived home this afternoon from Fintwoods where he had been with Richwood Grocery. He has resigned that position and goes to Elkins to assume a lucrative post with the Gallanit Clarke wholesale grocery firm. Friends here are glad he secured the new job.
Woodmen of the World Lodge held its regular meeting at the hall in Glen Bike. Two candidates were accepted for admission. Nominations for lodge officers for the coming year were made and will continue until the next meeting on Wednesday, December 20. Installation of elected officers will occur at the first meeting night in January.
Warrant issued after complaint by Mike Fangs against John Vass for unlawfully selling beer. Trial Wednesday night before Justice G. Hf. Gordon. Defendant admitted. plaintiff to pay costs totaling 9.70. Evidence showed a club bought bulk beer and shared it, then quarrel led to the warrant. All parties reside at Perry mine.
Pittsburg December 14 The steam boat Rose Hite sank at about 9 30 this morning at No 5 on the Monongahela near Brownsville Pennsylvania after colliding in fog with the towboat John P Klein Fourteen passengers were aided by launches Five deck hands are reported drowned in the disaster.
Associated Press reports that Holler Bach and May of Evansville Indiana received notice from the War Department of a government dam No 2 contract on the Ohio River near Wheeling West Virginia The estimated cost is MI E540 The decision announced today confirms the awarding of the project with the firm named as contractor
A mutiny broke out aboard the Tir ship Devicte in Colombo harbor as around a hundred Russian sailors rose against command. Military authorities faced the revolt and fifty mutineers were reportedly in custody or under guard.
Secretary of the Navy Bonaparte received Rear Admiral Linda’s hazing report on Midshipmen Tremont-Coffin Jr, Warren Vanderver, and Jerome Kimball. The superintendent recommends summary dismissal for Coffin and Vanderver, with Vanderver also cited for failing to report. Report under consideration.
A lively revival at Ines Street United Brethren Church reports growing attendance and conversions. Meanwhile Cincinnati leaders inspect West Virginia and Pittsburg gas and oil fields, evaluating natural gas prospects and potential pipelines to Cincinnati and nearby towns.
Reports on Wilbur Perine the Coburns Fork teacher five miles north of Bristol say he was last seen in Bristol Monday evening near 6 45 as train No 72 east passed. Residents recall him around that time but doubt he boarded the eastbound train.
A "healer of blind" left Fairmont after an announcement in the Clarksburg News. Dr. C. O. Henry of the state board of health threatened prosecution, prompting the claimant to flee. Readers are advised to doubt similar fronted cures and to avoid risky demonstrations.
Humorist Ralph Bingham or “Ralph” to his fans has shifted his appearance from December 18 to New Year’s night in Clarksburg. The well known entertainer won hearts in the prior year’s event and will headline the New Year’s program in the city, delivering a night of humor and music.
A notice records a afternoon wedding at the parsonage with friends invited and the couple to be married by the rector. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Hy Tallies and Mr Willie Done V Tetrick, with ceremony details noting a 3:30 oclock start and nearby celebrations.
The Chirk Poultry and Horticultural Stock Association reports record entries for its annual exhibition. The event will fill the Outright building in Ten Rial, with capacity strained by the influx. Nine other stalls will display garden produce and a remarkable Angora cat with a giant tail on a mobile platform is featured.
A garbled local notice requests immediate action after a steam pipe burst on a city street. It mentions damaged pipes and the need for restoration, warning residents about water damage and urging officials to reinforce protection and coordinate repairs.
The Office Boy theatrical company with Frank Deshany in the title role visited the city. Chas Thorp, a representative of The Office Boy, announced the show will come to town on Thursday, December 2.
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