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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1913
Page
1
Debates focus on timing of new currency rollout and federal reserve structure. Senate and House negotiators seek rapid passage with major points settled. The plan envisions eight to twelve regional banks issuing currency and a federal reserve board with broad supervisory powers.
Washington dispatch reports Postmaster General Burleson urged the House post office committee to approve an immediate emergency appropriation of one million dollars to operate the parcel post until June. Treasury records show nearly all of a prior one million in funds had been spent by December 4, leaving about 328,000 unspent.
Premier Ae squith addressed the San Francisco Panama Pacific exposition deputation request, outlining the cabinet’s careful review of participation points. The cabinet regrets it cannot modify the decision announced to parliament last January.
The fragment reports Mrs Patrick Deo of Tulsa and Mr Albert Patrick as related to the Willian Marsh Rice murder case. It mentions lengthy marriage, a conviction, and family ties, but the text is incomplete and several names appear garbled.
A Mexican holiday plan will close both high schools and city grammar schools next Wednesday evening for nearly two weeks, allowing teachers and students time off while others remain in the city. Americans and other foreigners are urged to observe their rights as Villa and Carranza exchanges protests over seized property and foreigner treatment.
A garbled report alleges a prominent citizen, H. Solan, faces forgery charges in a case linked to a Burlington route stop at Galva and city papers. The fragment mentions warrants, accused forged notes, and defense efforts across Rock Island and Springfield, with unclear details.
The Civil Service Commission announces an examination to be held at Weston on January 10 for a rural letter carrier job in Lewis county. Eligible applicants must meet requirements and may be appointed from the examination list.
Unclear text reports warships including Washington and ships from Connecticut and Kaneas due to depart for Vera Cruz area and Mexican Gulf operations. Navy department confirms movement as ships assemble at Louisiana and New York mills and head toward northern seas and western waters.
A congressional delegation from the subcommittees on interstate and foreign commerce visited Pittsburgh to witness a demonstration of automatic train control gear. Officials from Pittsburgh predicted the system could supply the needed signal protection for mainline railroads, with substantial funding and implementation prospects discussed.
The mother of former Police Lieutenant Charles Egger, awaiting execution in Sing Sing for the Rosenthal murder, died at her home after years of isolation. She had not been notified of her son’s plight and was unaware of his deteriorating health as he stopped visiting.
Arrest records show Mrs. Mary Cobb Fisher, formerly Mrs. Stewart Cobb, held on charges of bigamy after her husband Tarry H. Fisher, in prison, announced a second marriage existed while he served a sentence. The case involves Dodarides county and Deddridge county authorities and a prison liaison.
Revenue collections in West Virginia for the year ending June 30 show an increase of $42,503 over the previous year. The rise is tied to higher corporate income and growth in the tobacco business, despite larger whiskey production and spirits withdrawn from warehouses.
Washington December reports detail Governor Hatfield’s bid in the Senate committee on the National Conference. The test of the party’s unity shows debate over representation of western and southern states. The article notes the process of allocating lands ceded by Virginia and the federal government’s role in refunds and settlements amid shifting allegiances within the Republican ranks.
Washington D C Det 15 reports hazards in railroad employee safety amid busy congressional workload. The piece notes concerns over supervision and training, urging stricter oversight of operators and safety measures to prevent accidents and protect workers.
Mrs Dorti Fritta a longtime member of the Noiodia Protestant church died at home Thursday after a long illness. Survived by husband mother Mrs Sara Mortis three sisters and three brothers. Funeral from the Methodist church Saturday with Eastern Star rites. Rev J J Phillips to conduct. Burial at Mu son cemetery.
Dee Washington reports that Prealdene will focus on personnel for the federal reserve board amid currency bill reforms. Wilpon said he will give the subject prime attention in the coming weeks as discussions continue about suitable individuals from across parties.
Fragmentary public notice notes water supply context during Wilson era and a political meeting or directive linked to Sinnirinen. Mentions operating committee or body and a public focus on water governance amid wartime tensions with scant readable specifics.
Slow paper in Pittsb urgh Pa as Examiner Brerill Smith of Pitts form takes charge of the first bank of Elizabeth Pathie Morning on instructions from Washington directors request. It was noted the bank has too much low paper on hand to operate further. Examiner Brith refuses to issue a statement until more work is done. The First National Bank of Elizabeth organized in 1598 with capital of 60 000 and deposits 440 300 and total resources 580 000.
Washington dispatch reports Major General Leonard Woo’s retirement triggers a reshuffle in senior defense offices. General Woo is slated to leave his post, prompting a transition plan for the department head duties and potential new appointments in the top ranks.
Fragmentary text mentions a delegation to Peking and aid to peasants. It references Senator Inneter and local figures in a context of travel and support. Details are unclear due to OCR problems but indicate international engagement and domestic assistance.
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