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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
1
A garbled fragment references W B Thoord and Mr Highlamd appointing someone, a term expiry, and a state to the National Convention for the Extension of Commerce. It mentions a Willard meeting and New York delegates Eewie Nixon and others, with unclear dates and positions.
Girgut Court adjourned the term Saturday evening with only the criminal docket and business taken up. Mike Sumuter pled guilty to petty larceny for stealing a watch from Hobu Hoiie at the station, and received over twenty days in jail. Frank Thomas was convicted after a night session of petty larceny and sentenced to three months in jail. Strick Jeckson, colored, was held for trial on charges of stealing two calf hides from Cork's slaughter house. The jury remains out on more charges including Tom Bue for highway violations.
John A. McDonald of the Knights of the Maccabees announces the death of Mrs. George W. Watson of Seattle Colorado. The message notes Mr Watson, a farmer, died there recently after returning to the city years ago to join the order.
The fragment reports a person named Fred connected with Holy Cross and a parish service held Saturday morning. Details are unclear due to poor OCR quality.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a historical event or person but lacks readable names or places. The readable bits suggest a discussion of a decade or era, with unclear actions and a possible public note or caption.
Boon and owas of Rope Natural Gas Company describe a heavy stem falling on driller Mr. McCutcheon near Sardis at the 2 well on the mitten Jane Tarh. The incident left him with a two place fracture above the knee. He received immediate medical attention and was taken to the city hospital for evaluation. Initial fears of amputation were dismissed as hopeful recovery progresses.
An American correspondent reports plans around a large mining site in Chihuahua Mexico. He describes serial railways to move ore from multiple mines to a central smelter, water power potential, and a lakeside site, with extensive timbered land secured for operations. An Ohio firm touts Mary Mining Company as a premier holder and seeks exchanges for its properties.
Garlile School presents a Christmas program featuring student performances and a reading of America Scriptore. Students sing carols such as O Holy Night and Once More the Old Story. Teachers Guy Muexer and Allie Avh lead closing exercises with a shared concluding concert.
A closed session in Baltimore yesterday gathered independent coal operators along the Baltimore and Ohio line in West Virginia. They discussed alleged railroad discrimination in coal allotments and planned a Fairmont meeting to pursue legal action with Attorney Glasgow before the State Commerce Commission. Some attendees declined interviews.
The Rev. Lowle H. Peters will preach morning and evening at the Baptist church in Salem during the absence of the regular pastor. He plans to return to Boston to resume church duties.
New York dispatch reports a deadly fire at an urban home ending in the deaths of Mrs. Alice McWhitney and her two children Belin and six others. The blaze began in the residence at 224 today, with authorities investigating the cause.
Rail yard workers threaten a nationwide freight tie up as talks stall over a five cent hourly wage increase. Major lines including Pennsylvania, Erie, Lehigh Valley, Central of New Jersey, Long Island, Baltimore & Ohio, Louisville & Nashville, and Staten Island Rapid Transit face possible work stoppages if managers refuse the extra cent.
Samuel Pritchard and family are in want due to illness and unemployment. The family faces pneumonia and a pregnant wife in distress, with two children sick and the household lacking essential support and provision. Local benevolence is requested to aid the afflicted family.
The Town of Piedmont ends a lengthy settlement with ex sergeant S. Dunn for 1904 and 1905. Frank A. Willson of the city auditing the books is praised for his meticulous, capable work which resolved the disputed accounts and produced an accurate final figure. The Telegram commends using an auditor for municipal settlements and lauds Willison as highly honest and capable.
A large fire today nearly destroyed the big Saintlaus parochial school located at Noble and Bridieystresta, causing an estimated loss of 250,000. Fire officials say the blaze is under investigation with damage extensive across the building.
A Christmas trot for the phila rén will be held at the MW church Adamaton on Tuesday afternoon at 2 30 o'clock. A lecture will follow at 7 80 o'clock by Rev. Le 3. Howard of Columbia University New York on The American Home for Admission.
A would-be assassin, a former colored soldier, was found unconscious after a failed attack. Captain Baunt B. Stackite of the 25th Infantry reported the incident and noted no trace of the assailant. Authorities believe he is among discharged Henegro soldiers under Roosevelt’s order. Macklin cites the assault case.
Nine family members mourn the loss as the Norwegian whaling steamer Frith Joy sinks near Mo Antarctic waters. Survivors reached WANOS AYROS harbor after the vessel, built in 190% to support the Norden skjold Arctic expedition, encountered disaster at night.
A number of young colored boys of the Colored Boys Club celebrated at Mrs. Ida McClure's Mechanic Street home Friday afternoon from 4 to 6 o clock. Refreshments included drinks fruits ice cream cake and candies. Officers listed: Wilbert Miles president Arthur Jones vice president John Green secretary Willis Roberts treasurer.
The Dirton companies paid miners and workers on a Saturday payday, with total sums reaching several hundred thousand dollars. Labor will pause for the Christmas period as many mills and factories plan to reopen after holidays.
Two men named Harry Pierson and Phil Deshert appeared before the mayor at a city police court session. Pierson was arrested by Officer Henry Lows for drunkenness on the street and fined three dollars, with jail time set for three days in default. Deshert, arrested by Officer Nelada for the same offense, faced a like penalty. A third man, Ben Lywon, was fined three dollars for drunkenness.
Crowds filled the city as thousands visited stores in a winter shopping surge. Merchants and clerks labored to meet demand while shoppers from county corners filled aisles in preparation for the holiday.
The Adamston United Brethren church hosts a Monday evening program starting at 7 o clock featuring a Christmas Home pageant and a treat for Sunday school attendees. The program includes an old Saint Nick visit and is open to the public with arrangements by members.
A dubious notice from NW XORE dated December 22 reports the suspension of a brokers firm connected with Arnold tech company and a stock wipe.
The council discussed a new ordinance regulating billboards and advertising, approved minutes from two prior meetings, and debated street team purchases. Reports covered fire department needs, crematory costs, tax recommendations, and a storm damage claim. Property sales and bids for building projects were noted, with committees appointed for fire equipment, city quarters, and street improvements.
Heavy activity fills the post office as clerks handle a surge of Christmas mail. Mail carriers work long hours weighing packages to determine postage. many routes see increased demand with shortages of staff and rising workload.
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