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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1908

Page

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Violent Quakes Injure Vessels and Ports In Sicily

Reports from Sicily describe earthquakes causing damaged ships at Catania and port areas in Gazanta and Stefamiconl. Tidal waves and aftershocks forced evacuations as merchandise and dwellings were washed away and debris filled streets. Casualty counts vary. many wounded and several dead feared, with rescue efforts ongoing.

Wgndgn Nec Catania Sicily Amys Gatanta Conditon Font Etary Diy Trlands Calamla Stefamiconl San Nofrio Colao

War Path In German South West Africa Reports Toll

On war path reports from NPE Town dated December 28 describe escalating clashes in the German South West Africa frontier with Hot tentots. Two Wikopeans killed and German soldiers shot down amid mounting violence.

Npe Town South Sweet Africa

Test Wells Drill Start on Atkinson Farms Amid Turbulent Scene

Disjointed report notes Jin Sate and Heist Mandel initiating drilling at TRL feat on Atkinson farms while Fincrete Armie acy and Maury E. Tanner operations run nearby. Mentions Marangilir wn, Gin Company Teletayed, and nearby farms Wallace palatriot Tevil Pains Lie Soath Bean Oi Geet AW dN.

Jin Mandel Atyra Atkinson Fincrete & Armie Maury E. Tanner Marangilir Wn & Gin Company Wallace Palatriot

Printing Rights Change Hands in Kingwood

Dec 25 report from Kingwood notes the Preston Leader printing rights transfer at Trinkwood amid a sale involving McKendlee and Mauder Jackson for a dollar. The listing mentions former connections with Wich the Loxdee and hints at an Independent Republican bid, with local trade and political context.

Kingwood Preston Leader Trinkwood Mauder B. Jackson Jydson Ptopek Wprvston

Mrs Meredith Dies After Illness at 80

Harriet Meredith of Wheeling died Monday at her son Rev T Merediths home after illness. Widow of William Meredith she was about 80. Survived by sons T G Meredith C B Meredith A W Meredith W T Meredith M C Meredith and state Senator elect W Scott Meredith, daughter Mrs Francis M Davis and Sarah Carder. Funeral and burial tomorrow afternoon at 2 oclock in Parkersburg.

Aire Harriet Meredith Iremont T.meredith Wheeling William Mareditt Rey TG. Meredith Iuy.c. B

Carpenter Dies in Northernhelm Home Incident

Carpenter Fea Johnson, 45, died Sunday morning at Northelm home of Waines Cornwell after a night of illness. He had lived in the area for several years and suffered a sudden attack while at the residence. Funeral arrangements are reportedly postponed. His brother Syprowd and remaining family are notified in Camorna County, Pa.

Fea Johnson Waines Cornwell Northelm Torribie Yalir Camorna

Grand Jury Opens Hearing in Packing House Probe

A federal grand jury in Chicago began today's proceedings to hear evidence in an inquiry into the packing house industry. The session focuses on possible malpractices within major meatpacking firms and related trade practices as officials pursue leads.

Suicago Tit Federal Grand Jury Tolay

Colored ticket keyser poll chaos in Keyser

A chaotic and illiterate fragment from Keyser reports a colored ticket with names like Modmiyar Ho Modackson and Charles Wy McDonnils running for council. The text nonsensically claims authorities aim to curb hogs and drunken drivers, reflecting garbled OCR rather than clear facts.

Keyser Vous Modmiyar Ho Modackson Charles Wy McDonnils Harber Stowaer Joseph Jaelia Hyon Folia Waiter Girtett Prive Berry William Paina Ayer Or Birke

Hubban Sails Availington D C and The Commerce Norms

A garbled OCR item references discussion in a committee on interstate commerce and changes to form of government. It mentions members of commerce committee and law proposals, with unclear names and dates. The readable fragments indicate a formal proceeding or debate in a government body.

Avaliington D. C. Bec Koewentomnt Jett Chartexton Comerce Nonrmilien Lee

Unclear OCR Leads to Fragmented Press Agent Note

Fragmentary text shows names and roles but content is garbled. It references a press agent and legal or meeting context with partial phrases about upcoming events, a next Monday, and a lawyer in hearings. Details are unreadable, limiting precise reconstruction.

Bishop Dennis Appointed New Archbishop of San Francisco

The Catholic Church of America announces Bishop Dennis of the Archdiocese of Washington has been appointed Bishop of the San Francisco see. The move marks a major leadership change for the Western Church.

Weabheng Pon D.C Dennis’ d.Oncommel Catholic Uoherstry of America A Bain San Frantisco

Valle Announces Sew Fork In Stock Market

On December 28 the remains of NW Poor Company, a concern of bankers and creditors, were announced in the Stock Exchange. Henry W. Poor oversaw mage and alignment. the benefit to creditors was set for Saturday.

Prokerns

Henderson Dies in Greenville Ohio Former Congressman Passes

General C M Henderson longtime public figure and former member of Congress from Ohio's Third District died today at his Greenville home from parasitis. He was widely known across the United States for his public service and leadership in national medical organizations.

Congress Ohio Greenville C. M. Henderson National Matory Homes United States

Two British ships collide near Newcastle New Scotland

The British steamer Advance sank after a collision with the Iverna off Newcastle. All crew aboard the Advance perished except the first officer, while the Iverna limped into port badly damaged.

New Castle Newcastle, N.S. W Advance Newcastle

Miss Hawkins Doll Explosion At Indusial M1 Tea Handsome One

A damaged OCR item notes a Christmas doll explosion by the Irwin Lockwood Company to mole the property of Miss Niems Hawking of Industriel M1 tea Handsome One valued at 51h.

Hiltay Irwin-Lockwood Company

Opitat Daw Amoy EnforcemenT Report From Dusgin

Fragmentary OCR notes recount authorities in AmoyPun gan near Pun gan north of Amoy moving to enforce order after killings. Troops dispatched to Dusgin to restore calm as proclamation to uphold the governing order is issued.

Amoy Pungan Dusgin Jempty

Regess Taken The County Love Inve Saturilas

A garbled notice describes property transfers and payments for three acres over five years to Gen View Brick Company and mislisted sums. It notes a bridge across Tove Crook near Fonhaa Smith residency and transfers of redundant teens to XN Me Dyer and LA Bailey.

Mowiling Glop Wietelek Company Gen View Ian Yilowrd George F. Randat Bhinnaton Javato- Tis Thygeolon Me Dyer Bailey Tove Crook Fonhaa Smith

Mayor to Try Jail Term for Gambling Ring

Three men faced charges for conducting a gambling ring with a saloon keeper and a companion. The mayor found all guilty of gambling, fined each $20, and released them. He opposed fines alone, seeking short imprisonment to curb the practice, but no jail sentences were imposed.

Wek Wood Ro Bekman Charlie Denen Ted Consali Sayar Ze Nf

Slayton Responds to Weston Charity Controversy

Captain J R Slayton of the Salvation Army defends relief work at Weston stating reports are incorrect. He notes ten baskets distributed at Weston and pending delivery of Christmas toys, stockings, and shoes by December 1, with delayed distribution to allow merchants to contribute. Donations total 103 dollars with 1.87 dollars remaining, and he plans to use funds for children’s New Year gifts rather than Christmas baskets.

Weston J. R Slayton Salvation Army Aveston

Mining Plant ties up heavy capital and loan plans near Rebaridd

The Southern Transportation Company of Gratton is capitalized at $600,000 for a new mining plant and extensive improvements near Rebaridd Kentucky. Awards were announced for improvements costing about $60,090. The company anticipates loan operations by February 1. Notable figures include Jon George and Foam Gel of Geation.

Southern Coswna ‘Transportation Company Gratton Ncaulred W Tiehta Rebaridd Ky Eund Erneta Jon George

Ohio Senatorship in Columbus Becomes Key Issue

Ohio legislators gathered in Columbus as the race for the senatorial seat by Foraker clouded the week. Leading contenders Congressman Button and Editor Charles P. Taft failed to secure a majority on joint ballot, with about sixteen pledged votes still unspoken and undecided. The outcome hangs on continued bargaining and unpledged members.

Colmibus. O Foraker Samme Anton Wut Mach Ae Congrésaman Button Meir Pasilion

Rider Rallies After Gunshot Wound At St Mary’s Hospital

A rider identified as Ioan iden Mele won a lacerating gunshot wound at St Mary’s Hospital. The patient, treated for a wounding, remained under care after the assault. Police reported the incident and a subsequent inquiry was opened.

Ioan Iden Mele Ennone A. Filder St. Mary’ Hospital Owlae

Leaves. George H. Bix. of this an aremly, -Cwnepant Sets Bt. Mary's

George H. Bix of this area participates in a ceremony at St Marys tied to a special event. Local observers note a symbolic procession and communal gathering marking the occasion.

George H. Bix

Hall case details vague local court action noted

An unclear OCR snippet mentions Ned Co Spraling Josnen Hall and a magistrate. references to a court date, a warrant, and alleged actions around Med 310 without clear connections or complete names or places.

Federal court opens special term under Judge Go

Judge Nathan Go of the federal court began a special term this morning. The opening session centered on the bankruptcy case of mine Proudfoot from Barbotar county, with preliminary matters heard by the master commissioner and a reference to the circuit court for further action.

Nathan Go Paw Biates Cheik Momax Mine JM Proudfoot Barbotar County Lague Goff Aieng Peale

Posse Searches Stearns for Berry Simpson Leader of Strikers

In Kentucky on December 8 twenty soldiers guard the area as a posse plans to search for Berry Simpson who is charged as the leader of the strikers that disrupted the Bent Christmas day.

Stearns Berry Simpson

Escape Witnessed by Engineer After Theater Fire Night

Civil engineer Mr. Eyon, employed by the Pontsyivania Bal at Company, narrowly escaped the Herald Bonato theater fire on Wednesday night. He was in the theater in its haste to exit when fire swept the venue, leaving him unharmed but shaken as emergency crews contained the blaze.

Guy Lyan Xow Yaris Mr. Eyon Pontsyivania Balat Company

Hague Issue Held Pending Gomez Plan

The foreign office says the Netherlands will hold its hand on the dispute pending a definite settlement proposal from President Gomez as the two nations negotiate terms for resolution. The move signals cautious diplomacy amid evolving proposals and ongoing talks.

the Hague Dee Foreign Office Netherlands Gomez

Holt's Record Elrins Appointment in Etkina League

President John J. Nydcexer of the Law and Order League appoints a committee to select district and court positions. Captain We. Coby chairs with Henry Shald Georg F. Snyder Boyd Woes and Ralph Vardan as members.

Elrins John J. Nydcexer Law and Order, League of Etkina Somtalltyr Thvestiante Circuit Iudke Foie

Pittsburg Bribery Scandal Brings Broad Council Arrests

Reports say numerous arrests of city council members and businessmen connected to a bribery scandal will be made soon after the city council meeting. Authorities plan swift actions aiming to curb alleged corruption and public trust.

Pittsburg

Verdict Tweets Incomplete Damaged Text Noted

In the unit ed Stalva court here before Judge J Dayton the McCay Engineering Company recovered $3.000 in m uitte against the city of Biichoss for extra and the Steecle Transfer Company $1.40 a8 % Waluncy dye Toryxcus valine for the dew reservoir.

Pymlippy Bec United Stalva J Dayton McCay Engineerinig Company M Uitte Biichoss Steecle Transfer Company Dew

Carnegie Talks on Labor Matters and Tragic Fairmont Fire

An editorial discussion reports on Carnegie's views about labor issues and warns of a fatal Fairmont fire. Victims include Oscar Harr aged 26 and Levehiin aged 36 with severe burns. others named Jennings Smith 72 Wilson 14 Moland 21 are noted as injured or deceased. A medical team treated wounds while an article cites a World’s Work excerpt and notes a broader debate on labor and capitalist systems.

Fairmont Dee Maine Uiron Hellview Mibuyd wWern Oscar Harr Jennings Smith Jenne Wilson John Moland New York Anda ‘Bugle Carnegie Manazing Decauve Jabur' Uli Lee Carneeii Grae Care Tam Esic Eakey Milmtt Workers of the Mechanics Gemartment

Installation of Officers at Ben Jam Lodge No 03

Public installation of officers for Ben Jam Lodge No 03 is planned on a Wednesday evening at Trinity Charities on Hon Street. A short program will precede the transfer of newly installed officers followed by a banquet featuring raw oysters, chicken, ham, tongues, and desserts prepared by local cooks.

Ben Jam Lodge Trinity Charets Hon Street Ofelack Jame Washington JohnSerain Charles Buckner Porver Sunlit Gharich Lren A. Robinsen

Courts Held Hearings In Chancery Session

Judge Charten W Lynch presided a chancery court Monday granting lessons in process and hearing matters without a jury. The session focused on equitable actions and procedural steps in civil relief.

Trades Council Special Meeting Called in Glen Elk

A special meeting of the Central Trades Council is scheduled for Friday night at the Pythian building in Glen Elk. The purpose of the gathering has not been disclosed.

Pythian Central Trades Council Glen Elk

Bail Refused in Carmack Murder Case

Nashville officials report Mudge Hart denied bail for defendants Go Cooper Robin Cooper and John D. Sharp charged in the murder of Senator Carmack. The case set for trial on January 20 with proceedings to resume in court.

Senator Carmack Nashville Tenn Mudge Hart Cooper Robin Cooper John D. Sharp

No Choice Washington D C Dec 28 Tyler County Postmaster Candidate

The newly appointed internal revenue postmaster George Work faces scrutiny as locals in Sistureville question why he would hire a friend Barry Woodyard for the office. Critics accuse him of favor trading a paid fee for politics rather than merit.

Washington, D. C George Work Sistureville Tyler County Barry Woodyard Sonaremman

Movement to pipe West Virginia gas to Meyersdale area

Cumberland Md December 25 a movement to pipe gas from the West Virginia fields to the Meyersdale region in Pennsylvania has the Maynardville board of trade considering the plan. The gas would be furnished by the West Virginia and Maps and Gis Company which now supplies Cumberland and the Georges Creek region.

Cumberland West Virginia Meyersdale Penneyvania Board of Trade Mayardil West Virginia and Maps ‘and Gis Company Georges Creek

Holdups Reported Around Morgan Town Campus Area

Fragmentary notes describe several attempted hold ups near the university grounds in Morgan Town. Pedestrian assaults are mentioned with no confirmed monetary losses. incidents include a man and his wife reportedly shadowed while walking near the grounds.

Morgantows

Injunction Sought To Halt Glass Workers Action

Fayette county court to rule on a case involving Glass Works Inc and Jeannette Glass Co. in Marlon. Quartermourt reports the union’s potential strike violates the signed sliding scale pact between manufacturers and workers. A jury decision is expected this week.

Uniontown Fayette County Tiles Quartermourt Jeannette Glaus Company PL Marlon Tt de Fha Tia Company Kets Glass Workers’ Association

Delegates Arrive in Wheeling for Newspaper Publishers Meeting

Delegates from West Virginia newspaper publishers arrive for a Wheeling gathering focused on advertising questions. Attendees include H. Riggie of the Fairmont Timers and George Ammen of the Wheeling Divgraph, among others, with sessions starting today.

Wheeling Fomny Virginia Fairmont H. Riggie George Ammen

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