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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1908
Page
1
Reports from Messina show a devastating quake and tsunami with thousands dead or feared. Fires rage, infrastructure collapsed, cities like Messina Palm and Magni destroyed, while rescue efforts and authorities race to restore order and assist survivors.
A badly burned man was injured at a streetcar barn near Ade ranston above Hh ieelack this morning. He was treated on scene and taken to city protection. The report notes severe facial burns and a disrupted overhead attachment as witnesses described the chaotic moment.
A fire tore through the Gurdon area mill causing extensive damage to the utilities and equipment. No injuries reported as workers evacuated and emergency crews secured the site. Investigators will determine the cause and note broader risks to the nearby waterworks.
James Ford Rhodes argues newspapers are essential historical materials despite biases. He notes their value in detailing 1850 1880 public opinion and the Civil War era, while cautions about partisan distortions and the need to assess surrounding influences.
Sale of undivided one fourth interest in firm Spanier and Battal creeks located in the western part of uke country. Purchase price listed at 45 400 with bids over 200 97 cited. Proceedings handled by Attorneye Bassett and Maward G Smith as special commissioners for the court. Names Nave Sumuihe and James Humtead appear as residents of Enfi town.
Captain J F Slayton invites all the poor children to a Salvation Army Christmas event at the home tomorrow evening. The invitation promises entertainment and a Christmas meal, with doors opening at 6 PM and activities led by Captain William Trewin and Captain Sington along with Miss Nelle and other helpers.
A wedding notice describes the engagement and upcoming marriage of Betette ue dem to Mr. Novi Pitine, with entertainment hosted by Trae and Tare. The event is linked to Memphis at a December date with social attendees and the groom’s family, including Mr. prince fueron and Vie Res De Guttmacher in Maltimon.
Fragmentary text reports Nathan Mite Oxrten Avertiwhite representative for Dr Koon AMedicite Company of Rachie visiting Nebraska. Mention of hospital patients and a Baltimore resident Whiton Femater with pneumonia.
A federal court today considered Burke Gase Fictien Lather Gort's case with a mandate injunction against the United States Supreme Company. The court will hear motions on packages and related relief at a later date, with further proceedings expected in January.
Judge Lynch ordered a recess of the special term of select court until Thursday. Proceedings included Goreux versus Cabalburg Zinc Co. and amendments to an answer. The State of West Virginia versus Fuse PD. Cartur writ quashed. Other names appear in the docket.
Tony Aistuck and an employee Wil heted before Magistrate GT Gornon on the charge of skipping a board bill. Constabin Ford, Mon Way Welcon presented a warrant sworn by Pasternak who charged skipping a board titue payment of 7.00 dollars.
The Clarksburg Window Glass Company announced a new plant at Adamston will begin Friday at midnight with about one hundred seventy five workers. Operation will run for two weeks under the sliding scale, after which the fate of the project depends on worker attendance. If employees return to work Friday night, the plan progresses. if not, the plant will run regardless.
Fighting along the Venezuelan coast between Castro faction adherents and gunboat crews backing President Gomez leaves about twenty dead and fifty wounded.
The Rev. E. Borton Reese former pastor of Christ Church Grafton died yesterday afternoon at his sister Mrs. S. J. Foster’s home in Beckhannon. Funeral is set for Wednesday at noon from the Brethren in Christ Church with interment in Heavenor cemetery.
Rumor says the Grafton Window Glass Company may replace workers with machines due to repeated strikes and pressure from several directors to adopt new equipment. The note cites unsettled labor tensions and a push toward automation as a likely transition.
Hermon Lodge No. 6 A F and A M chose officers for the year led by Charles I. Griffin as worshipful master and Paul B. Horner as senior warden. Other officers include Stephen C. Allen junior warden Fred B. Wood treasurer M N Hosa secretary Lynn J. Rich fede and W 18. Tite meewarts to be installed at the next meeting. Postal matters list postmasters appointed in several counties including Buena Tucker Warren C Siveerin Caldwen and more.
Governor-elect Glasscock signals support for a comprehensive primary election law and constitutional amendments. He urges a special joint committee to draft, hear, and refine a robust plan, including local option and prohibition measures, with hearings and expert input before a full legislative vote.
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