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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1908

Page

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Gompers and allies sentenced in U S labor case

Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Samuel Morrison received prison terms from Judge Wright in Washington with Gompers jailed for twelve months Mitchell nine months and Morrison six months. The ruling tied to alleged ballots and a company listing dispute fueling labor protest remarks in Indianapolis and national union reaction.

Samuel Gompers John Mitchell Secretary Morrison Washington, D.C Caby Ricky Stove & Sango Company Gadis Sheratary Morrison Lalor Tudge Wrisht Supreme Court of Districts of Columbia Federation of Auints Gompirs Michellia Cuee Federation Viotsiow Gould Mafairsta United Sinton Court of the Distriet of Columba Oosball Gompers Michell Btorrison Indianapolis Ind United States Thariet Court Washington Gompoyg Mitchell Morrion Inter National Ane Heopsvelt Treasier Yin Roosevelt

Bankers Held In Pittsburg Graft Case

W A Rathbey and A Vilsutk, former German National Bank figures, were arrested with seven councilmen on charges of alleged conspiracy and robbery. They appeared for initial hearings as a crowd gathered outside the courthouse. Authorities promised further indictments and arraignments as the municipal graft story unfolds.

Gaurt Pittsburg W. W. Rathbey A. Vilsutk Pshier German National Bank Conmiracy

Peace Between Nations Amid Turmoil and Death

Fragmented obituary and dispatches recount the death of Captain Smith and the lingering Caribbean crisis. Reports from The Hague and Berlin outline foreign ministers’ statements on Venezuela Dutch tensions, while Washington notes potential resumption of diplomatic relations as Vice President Gómez seeks settlement aboard the North Carolina.

Washington, D.C Rasiarptio Venezuela State Department Gomex Bette United States la Guatra Buchantan Unita Sutes North Carolina

Elks Distribute Christmas Deliveries to City

The Elks lodge led a drive to distribute toys and food to families in need. Committees organized by John Clitterd William Harrington and Artin Heins prepared and posted collection points for donations and delivery to homes in the neighborhood.

Lelik Mae WB John Clitterd Wiliam Harrington Vormitie Clirietmas

Verdict Payment Questioned in Federal Case

A court case involving the Wontar Muryteni rulivonde company references a 316,000 payout and an appeal to Nimiren court. The text notes a verdict, injuries, and a claim against an individual named Elkins, with legal action and a federal edurt context.

Fea Wontar Muryteni Rulivonde Nimiren Court Verediet Moe Tyr der AL Dayton Kat Halde Elkins

Copesmas's Mothei Tes Ave In Quiet Town

In Fairmont a strange incident unfolded as Julia A Copemas's mother, aged and frail, was left near a dwelling. Stephen A Cotman, whose whereabouts are unclear, was implicated in a separate disturbance. local authorities investigated lingering claims and escorted families to safety.

Ave Julia A Quke Ty Lev Stephen A. Cotman Tate Cnacody Elfext Fairmont Tras Rue Mulling Anerapon

Jagth Tobie Hoy left and halted in a startled scene

A fragmented account describes an incident where a person named Jagth Tobie Hoy appears to react with shock and guilt as others observe a tense moment. The text is incomplete, leaving key details unclear.

Coal Shipment From Kangwha River To Southsville and Claeiwalla

A Decca-A shipment of one million bushels of coal departed the Kangwha river today bound for Soutsville and Claeiwalla, with the rail route through Pittsburgh noted.

Gallipolis. O Decca Kangwha Soutsville Claeiwnalla Rae ‘Rein Pistsbure

County Judges At Work In District Proceedings

County judges handled sessions noting bonds posted by John Shirley and others, with appraisers named A Lang Lloyd G Morman and Charles J Roy. Guardianship of infant Veete Aah assigned, tax and personal property values cited, and petitions granted to remove gates from a pod tieuy. Administrators appointed, bonds set, and a justice certified for Contilatrict with exonerations recorded.

Seudiiona G. Lane John Shirley A. A. Lang Llyd G. Mormor A. Lawson Charles J. Roy Thomas M. Halley Thomas M. Halley Quatified Iy Veete Detburt Givins John Cochran Oters Guy C. Wilkinson Tasos Duytesun

Supreme court rules ballots must be counted when voter intention clear

The Supreme Court of Appeals held ballots must be counted whenever possible to reflect voter intent. The decision discusses how ballots are marked and counted when candidates appear on two tickets, with a focus on avoiding ambiguity. The opinion was released Tuesday by Judge Shannon and others, noting Justice Mer Whorter retires January 1 and K. Wiltus will succeed him, with the court to adjourn for the holiday period.

Wiest Supreme Court of Appeals Tueailay Coasassera Wong County Daliotte Sotodad Harding Mmundamus Ynir Parkersburs Srannon Hamled Jude Poftenbarger K. X. Wiltlaus Grunbrier

Burnside Joins Cincinnati Firm as Traveling Salesman

W. G. Burnside has accepted a traveling salesman role with Meyer, Wine, Kafehen & Co. of Cincinnati, importers and wholesalers of furnishings. He will cover the same territory previously handled for Speyer Brown of Wheeling, with headquarters at the Traders Hotel. Burnside brings valuable selling experience to the Cincinnati firm.

W. G. Burnside Meyer, Wine, Kafehen & Co Cincinnati Tade Speyer Brown Wheeling J. Clark Burnside Tradurs

Schools Close for Christmas Holidays and Holidays

Schools close Wednesday for Christmas vacation with classes resuming January 4. An afternoon meeting of the staff and teachers planned a Christman program of recitations. Contributions and thanks were tendered to teachers and staff for their work, and appreciation expressed for the opportunity to serve the students.

Missouri Ousts Standard Mutual Officer Takes His Life

Fred A. Whinlaen former president of falysl Life Insurance died at his home on Eger Street morning, as police investigate a gas poisoning. The Mutual company remains under receivership in February. Indicted: Burnham, his brother Georgi Burnham Jr treasurer, and George Bidette actuary for forgery and conspiracy over company funds. Burnham Jr. tried for grand larceny, verdict overturned, remaining case pending.

York Fred. A. Whinlaen Falysl Life Insurance Company Eger Seventy-eighth Street Gas Poltouiing Inez Burnham Georgi Burchim Georee Frederick A. Burnham

Supreme Court Fines Firms in Alsq Oyé2s'Dwo Case

The Supreme Court issued a ruling against several companies including IMPC and Jefferson Cits Mo. Fines were imposed totaling 358.00 for each defendant. The suit was brought by Atimes Hadley in 1005, citing contractual and regulatory breaches.

Supreme Court of Alsq IMPC Jefferson Cits Supreme Court Stantara Cone Indiana

West Virginia Fish and Game Association Meeting

The third annual meeting of West Virginia Fish and Game Association will be at Charleston in the State Board of Agriculture room on January 20, 1903 at 1 o clock p m. Papers to be read include The Game Birds of West Virginia by Rev Barte A Brooks and The Artificial Propagation of Fish as it Applies to West Virginia Waters by Hon Robert K Robinson.

Thei West Virgins’ Fish and Game Proterive Charleston State Buard of Agriculture Barte A. Brooks Weston Wil West Virginia Robert K. Robinson U- 5 Waite Sulphur Springs Toad Surbur White Sulphur Springs Weal Virginia Avery

Fine Program at Carintmas School Program Delights Pupils

At Carine school seventh and eighth graders presented songs, readings, plays, and comedies. The students performed with notable poise and the audience clearly enjoyed the event, feeling a sense of promising community.

Wife kills husband in Kansas City after dance quarrel

Frederick L. Peterson and his wife Igled Peterson were returning from a dance when a quarrel led to the fatal shooting. The couple, married three years but living apart for one, had met at the dance. Mrs. Peterson was arrested.

Kansas City. Mo Frederick L. Peterson Liv Rove Peterson

Changes in Teachers at Adamston and Northview Schools

A P Morrison of Northview Schools will succeed L Wayman Oglen as yearn tool of Adamston Schools the first Monday after New Year’s. C BR Bartoray will succeed Morrison at Northview and FF Davivson will succeed Hartman Me Ogden as county uiperintendent and will begin visiting schools in the county.

A. P. Morrison Northview L. Wayman Oglen Yrine Toul Adamston

SISTERHOOD 1 CALLED 10 MEET

A Sisterhood of the hospital announces a meeting in December eighteen hundred eight. The document, delivered in ceremonial tone, urges unity, charity, and the Golden Rule, quoting Dr. Wu Ting Fang and urging Christian sisters to follow moral duty toward all humankind.

Wortcutt Thierte John Pisther Jefux Goa Ahadomy Sania Holy Cay Wu Ting Fang China Damon

Weather and travel notes from a holiday week

Snow delays and curbside market changes mark a midweek update. Officials note rising crowds as Christmas approaches, with shoppers dispersing from downtown as residents head home for the holiday. The report mentions visitors from Bristol and Benson and local figures in the area.

Asia Dispatch Letters From The Dispatched Editor

The United States Bode correspondent in Asia plans illustrated letters starting the first Sunday of the new year. From Tokyo to Seoul and beyond he will travel by rail and overland to Korea, China, Siam, India, Palestine and Turkey. Readers should order The Dispatch through their paper dealer to receive these weekly installments.

Russia Japan Asia Peank G_ Carpeabir Wi Dispatch Cargentor Seth Hu United “States Howeilf Korea Miguel Seoul Che Chinear Palestine Turkey Noorg Atl

Revival at West Virginia college disrupted by unrest

Fragmented OCR depicts a college revival in West Virginia with Dee and others named for a series of services. The text is garbled but suggests disruptions, complaints, and resultant actions leading to a curtailed program and strained conduct among attendees.

Buckhannon Dee Sake West Virginia Weston Cotege Lev. Dee Bo Binker Mrs. Finker Kroaily Aspread Sri Itpeahilent Fomey Mentts Rovers

Counts Children Paris Det 23h Mutters About Custody

Fragmentary report discusses Count Bon De Camtals opposing his former wife Mrs Amy Anna Gould over custody of their children. Public prosecutor recommends awarding custody to the mother, Amily Anna Gould, with emphasis on the children’s welfare and future guardianship.

Paris Fprinep Count Bon de Camtals Anna Gould Gia Matey

Storewide Clearance Amid Mourning at Chula Company

Owing to the death of Mir, the president of Chula Co. the store will hold a funeral sale Thursday afternoon from 4 to 6. The event, labeled a mourning clearance, will operate at the Chula company premises with storewide emphasis. The notice names Kho D. M. and Mir among local entities connected to the firm.

Kho D. M. Chula Co Mir Fff Suieh Thumwdar Fernoon Lovstock Tiny D. Wt Ogden

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