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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
1
Fragmentary notes mention board deliberations and upcoming assembly at a community venue. Names appear tied to labor and industry figures, with references to plans for a Saturday gathering addressing factory operations and worker concerns amid mounting debate.
Report from Venesuela describes rising unrest as Castro’s regime nears its end with mobs pillaging homes statues and streets. Dutch warships in the area trigger martial law declarations while officials warn of heavy security measures as violence escalates.
Dec 16 reports a public gathering at City Park to promote a betting law conflict with the Scottriting law. Police expect bookmaker pressure as crowds may include attendees and organizers. A temporary police presence is planned to manage the event and possible arrests.
New Charters reported for Kanawha Packet Co of Willamstown and Magnolia Coal & Coke Co of Williamson. Capital stock set at 30 320 000 paid for Kanawha firm and 25 000 with 25 paid for Magnolia firm. Incorporators listed include W U Les W F Noll J I Beavers G Goadykoontz Mary Scherr Gilbert Quevenberry and Viola Staut Fer Williamson and Gallia points appear in the roster.
Death occurs at home Tuesday morning after an illness. Funeral details list services to be held at a local church, with burial to follow. Mentioned participants include George I. ning, Clide Core, Dr. Gene Bhutigworts, DB. Wi Jacoba, and Arthur Pinson, among others.
Reports from Bi Use aks isl jall ai Mddlenonrae awaiting a lyse indicate legal action in the Enticing Litdle Midcap case. Authorities allege a young girl was enticed from John Hebthorn’s home and stayed with associates, with one suspect, aged about 15, connected to a violent incident.
Sheriff elect issues and court actions list bonds, oaths, and appointments across Coal district. Officials including George Bowers surveyor, George Gordon justice, Jenac Saunders constable, and Dennis Baker qualler noted with bonds and duties. Road viewers appointed for a Sardis district project.
The report notes a bank associated with Leon Wrought and the Ohio Germin Insurance Companys failure. It lists bank capital at 71,000, an undivided surplus of 20.00, and deposits totaling 835 uou.
A fire at the Indianapolis stock yards cremated eighty horses and burned two large barns along with other property. Authorities estimate the loss at about 10000 dollars.
A woman named Rikers and Shrewsbury, accused of burning a house and two children near Montgomery on October 22, fled toward Jumping Branch and Flat Top with several associates. Deputies report she may be hiding in the Jumping Branch area or near Flat Top, amid a wide reputation for violence.
Matthew Blair is jailed on robbery charges after allegedly stealing $80 from a man at Diamond saloon on Pie street in Cedarfer county. Police report Blair claimed the money came from gambling wins. witnesses place him at several saloons with about $280 prior to the incident. Justice Gordon will hear the case Thursday morning.
On December 11 in Greenwich Ohio an unknown man was killed and Marshal F A Woods seriously wounded in an encounter with five suspicious men in the railroad yards. The men attempted to arrest them and fled. The dead man is about 50 years old, well dressed.
Cord Kelley an 87 year old woman from Lynch's Mines was brought to the county jail by O L Ford. Justice G H Gordon examined her and deemed her insane, committing her to Weston asylum. She was reportedly mother and patient at the Weston asylum.
Fred M. Varney, cashier of the First National Bank of Somersworth, was arrested today and charged with embezzlement of fifty thousand dollars after a bank examiner seized control of the institution. The arrest was reported from Somersworth New Hampshire on December 16.
Julia Jackson wife of a tile worker at Tench Mines dies at home early Wednesday from typhoid fever. Daughter of Mr and Mrs Charlon Cole. The funeral will be held Friday morning with services at a home chapel and burial at a local cemetery. Magistrate Gordon had Minnie in custody on a separate charge near the Dye’s farm several miles north of the city.
A small frame house south of the city, occupied by M. Cart and Wife, was destroyed by fire Tuesday. The Weston residents Alexander Saehert and others witnessed the blaze as it started in the building. No injuries reported.
Senator Lodge told the Senate that evidence from the Brownsville affair, including a court martial and Citizens Committee findings, shows officers of the 25th Infantry were responsible for the Brownsville shooting on November 15, 1906. He cited military and political panels backing this view amid debates on the Foraker and Warner bills.
A historic Indianapolis letter argues the president’s remarks demean the office as serious commentary spreads about the Panera affair. It insists Congress must investigate the executive branch’s actions despite the public’s discomfort with the president’s statements.
Hearing on the money claim of Luc Hult against Count de Castelians and Princess de Sukui resumes. The Count seeks 60,000 for child maintenance arguing the children belong to his family line and requesting conact action.
The Rev John Edward Ewell accepts appointments at St Stephen’s in Philadelphia and Clarkeburg near the first of the year. Born in Maryland, he graduated from Johns Hopkins in 18xx and has served at St Thomas’s in Hanrock and St Stephen’s in Clarkeburg, winning wide popularity among church members and focusing on youth work.
Revival services at St Pauls Church South continue with strong interest and powerful preaching by Rev Pennybacker II nightly. The recent sermon Do Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out drew large crowds as conviction grew and several people moved forward to be saved. Services run nightly at 7:50 except Saturday, with 2220 oclock noted for an earlier gathering. all are invited to attend and seek spiritual renewal.
The municipal election is set for Tuesday January 5 with two tickets in contention The People From ticket lists Berkut Hail TM Black Herman Maxion J Goldsmith Ry R Price and Misitor Jackson The Citizens Ticket includes G C Dawson J M Brack L P Brake J O Fuskvon Bertos M Davieson and Herman Mason Dr J B Davieson appears on both tickets. An orphan boy found here months ago was surrendered to the police and later fled from a home after a brief stay.
Readable items indicate Irea Boone jailed on intoxication charges after a confrontation on Silveravon street. In Monticello Avenue two other men fought. one escaped and two others were involved in the incident.
The article memorializes David Justice a longtime district figure, Civil War veteran and Presbyerian elder. It notes his service as commissioner of accounts justice of the peace and local education work at Bridgeport Salem schools. Survived by three brothers and several relatives, with a funeral planned at First Presbyterian Church and burial in Odd Fellows Cemetery.
The state prison board discussed the warden position at Maundeville Penitentiary but made no appointment. Friends of Huntington’s Joseph Matthews urged his candidacy, while the board offered no consensus. A petition to place a resident as warden was noted but not acted upon.
Fragmented report from Simoon France dated December 16 describes a deadly train wreck with ten killed and fifteen injured amid Tet porsous debris. Authorities, including local officials, investigate the scene and assess damage along the line near Sinsbieg and Genoam.
Incomplete OCR text notes a Brindl scene tied to a killing with references to a Mrs William and others. The legible fragments mention calm observations and a central figure or witness, but key details, names, dates, and the full event remain unclear.
Government notices discuss agricultural policy road improvements and water supply issues. It references rural communities, trade routes, and proposed reforms under the Secretary of Trade. The summary notes potential impact on farms, markets, and local infrastructure.
Early Wednesday morning a blaze destroyed a one story frame building and caused extensive damage to a residence at Cobrei a Creek. The fire, believed incendiary, started around 1:30. No injuries reported. red cross and local crews responded.
A san fed report from Washington outlines a Senate action on appropriations related to satellite forces and the secretary of war. The resolution aims to obtain information on the deployment of troops and the Browneville affair, noting praise for certain senators and mentioning related personnel movements and trips.
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