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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1905
Page
1
A fierce fire swept through a dwelling owned by Jerry Davis, destroying the home and causing extensive losses. Neighbors and rescuers arrived just as flames gutted the structure, with the incident prompting questions about the cause and total value of property damaged.
The Central Presbyterian church holds a Christmas Giving Service on Friday evening December 22 at 8 o'clock to mark holiday contributions. Funds raised support a Child Shelter and various local charities, with tickets available through the church office and at the parish.
Fragmentary notes list Tyree naming deputies and various officials. Mentions include Chorlsten We Vite Der and Marshal Frankly, with headquarter locations at Flinton Chitriveton Hunting GQ. Further names appear as Hiskol Burmwtt and others with unclear roles.
Post office celebrates Christmas with extended hours from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekend days. Readers are advised of special hours and window openings for holiday shopping and parcel services.
A steamship named Pennsylvania was reported on fire about five miles off Gotst yesterday. Life savers attempted rescue as the vessel burned with likely danger to crew and passengers.
Grafton officials report Fleming urges appointment of a new state school superintendent candidate to replace Darnell who is moving to the District of Columbia to form a reform school for boys. Fleming cites his long public school service and suitability for reform, naming local supporters and potential successors.
Johnstown resident aged about 75 died in Cook's hospital after six weeks of illness from a serious ailment. Survived by a widow and three daughters. husband of Mrs. Best, Mrs. George We, and Mrs. Columba. He was a prominent farmer in the county. Funeral arrangements pending.
Fragmentary telegraphic notes describe a short congressional recess with few members present and mentions of several named officials in transitional posts. The report notes an executive session and a presidential message concerning appointments to posts including a postmaster at Wabash.
OBrien defeats Fitz after a brutal fifteen round match in San Francisco. Crowd roars as OBrien survives a late surge and earns a share of gate receipts with a clear win over his rival.
Local group Knights to Meet The Ravents of Columbus hold a verifice meeting tonight in the Traders session hall at o'clock. Members are urged to attend.
Visitors flock to the Cut building for a bird show featuring many chicken varieties and other fowl exhibits. Judge Mr. T. EB Orr evaluates entries on a 100 point standard, with top birds earning prizes announced tonight and awarded tomorrow.
Mrs Pattison III travels by train with Governor-elect Pattison. he falls ill en route to a residence of General Power and is forced to see a physician. She remains with him as he is admitted to bed on the journey.
Train service on the By and Quannine line sees higher passenger volumes during the holiday rush. Rail officials report a busy period as express routes fill and scheduling strains.
Caraden Nater of Flintington has arrived to assume charge of the United Wood Mills Co store, succeeding Mr Kurlur who will oversee another company location.
The remains of Thomas Graves, killed by a train earlier this week, were sent to Bridgeport for burial. The funeral was held Thursday at 11:00 am at the Mavonic cemetery with interment in Bridgeport.
The court rejected petitions affecting multiple land parcels and valuations. Listings include Flora Findley residence cut from 6000 to 5000 dollars, and varied acre allocations across Simpson, Union, Eagle, Sardis, and other districts. Several applications and exemptions were denied or directed for land books and tax rolls.
The general committee in New York reports progress in fundraising for Russian Jewish relief. The Western Union Telegraph Company has generously granted free transportation of messages to support the committee's national efforts.
A safe in the Corinth Deposit bank at Corinth Kentucky was robbed early today of 2500 dollars. Police investigate the break in, no suspects named. This report notes the location and amount. no injuries reported.
The meeting featured talks on Selection of Sires and Agricultural Education at the State University. Dr. D B Parinton of West Virginia University gave the keynote address. Officers were elected with D A Arnold as president and W J Zinn as vice president. The group adjourned to meet in Charleston January 22 1907 with plans to reconvene January 25 1907.
Paducah Kentucky May 21 Associated Press Mrs Sle Cholon a widow shot and killed farmer W M Pricer after he refused to let her cut a tree claimed to be on his land She surrendered to authorities in Paducah and was taken into custody.
A severe storm swept Norfolk and Wax Det and nearby coasts from Virginia to North Carolina, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. Telegraph and trolley poles were toppled, causing widespread disruption and damage to drainage and communications along the shore.
The report describes two men appearing before a city bar in a fragmented, humorous scene. One man reportedly requested $2 and costs, and a joke about blue chipped slippers is noted. The piece mocks court pomp and civic leadership with playful misspellings and distant references.
East Liverpool December 21 The large plant of the American Sewer Pipe Company was destroyed by fire early today. Loss estimated at 76 000 and 200 000 in property and equipment.
Circuit Court convened in brief session with multiple cases addressed. Demurrers overturned, orders for execution and land sale approved, and a divorce granted with costs. A lengthy list of naturalization and postmaster nominees was recorded, reflecting local court and civic actions.
The Starksburg Elks Lodge opened a Christmas charity headquarters at the Wallis Coffee Store Building. Relief committee members Mestre Joly Glifford S Fe Bentley and Charles Hickman oversee gifts including groceries bacon jam toys for children. Donations of money clothing or items are collected for distribution on Saturday.
Joseph A. Demmiro, riding on Pike Street evening, witnessed a street car accident involving Davis. Davis reportedly fell after the car started, rolling into the woods a distance. a nearby woman alighted from the car. Davis escaped injury.
Prominent wool grower A Stlgrens of Opie comments as he attends a meeting of the Sheep Breeding Association in this city. Mr Jacobs farmer is noted worldwide. He won gold medals at the Chicago Exposition and Paris Exposition for wool from his West Virginia farm.
A harbor shop window features SpanishAmerican War souvenirs collected by Sergeant W F Soturan of Co Hy infantry. The display highlights a number of items tied to the conflict, drawing attention from passersby and veterans alike.
A local charity relief effort is described following a distressing event near the industrial district. The report notes three weeks ago a man abandoned his wife and two children, prompting charity organizers to assist the affected family and others in need in the community.
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