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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1909

Page

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Inaugural Pageant Plans Highlight Electric Panorama

The article describes a grand Washington celebration for the inauguration, featuring a panoramic electric lights display along Pennsylvania Avenue. It notes a Court of Honor, marching units from Civil War veterans to National Guards, and a vast pageant with sailors, regiments, and civic groups.

Alrug Norwood Adon Dac Oward Tan James Salfman Stolwagon Anenpine Miaminatyne HileaWon Favre Militia Jackies Uroia Pennsylvania Avonus Swill Fea Pennsylvani Avenue 16Th Street Aren Jackfina Piava Madison Place South Sam Erilea Eam United States Army Vytenton Cabitol Washington Ion Hickory Jackson Pals Pweitvchules Conitard Massie

Richwood Booms as Industries Rush to Meet Demand

West Virginia towns see a tidal rush of orders after a quake disaster in Italy. Richwood plants including the Dodge Clothes Plant and Richwood Butter Tray Company are hiring overtime to fill large lumber and wood product shipments. Local growth prompts upgrades to housing and facilities as Clarksburg faces competition for industrial activity.

Clarke York Italy Richwoda West Virginia Sicily West VI Rinta Johnson Vontlanad Gobedy Cera Ee& Paper Company Hodge Clothes Ptr Gagi~pany Ofter Cinery Xrocery Richwood Butter Tray Company Dodge Company Mr. Johnson C. Welch Gglathebure Richwood Clarksburg

West Virginia tax bills target coal oil and gas profits

Charleston Feb 1 The House and Senate debate a set of administration tax bills on coal oil and natural gas earnings. The package aims to fund state finances with a wide levy structure including a coal business tax and 1.5 percent on oil and gas, with projected revenue possibly reaching 700000 to 1000000. Aimed at long term revenue, the measures face opposition over perceived double taxation and equity among producers.

iBy Chari Brooks Smith Charleston House Committee On Judiciary Petaone West Sinia Gharnu Johnson MH Tt Mwoe

Bulk Sales Bill Settled After Court Adjourns

Bulk sales bill proceedings wrap as Judge Lynch adjourns the Toninson case with Bart Smith and Joseph Rosier involved. The suit, in its second trial, settled and a dismissal order was entered, with Robinson seeking damages and related claims tied to ownership of the Clarksville News.

Charles W. Lynch James W. Toninson Bart Smith Joseph Rosier Robinson Ann Big Reads Regulary Clarkshure “News File Smith and Woosiey Rosier

Charges Denied in Armenian Congress on Panama Row

In Panama the Armenian congress confrontation involved Representative Ramey accusing Domingo Del Olimidia as president and others. Yenials from the President and six ten assembly members stated they attended a meeting in the President's office. The contract to explosion the timber industry along the Atlantic coast was discussed with no confirmation of Taft Cromwell Farnham involvement.

Panama Ramey Domingo del Olimidia National Assembly Atlantic Obaldia Charles

JM Fultz Dead 75 in Point Comfort After Illness

J M Fultz died after a lingering illness at his home in Point Comfort. He was 75, survived by his wife and three children. For years he ran a general store in Point Comfort before retiring. Funeral arrangements set for Caplin church near Jarvisville with body to be taken there Tuesday morning.

Point Confort Arnpay Fats Point Comfort Min. Fults Caplin Church Jarvisville

Arcade Destroyed in Sudden Central Fire

A central New York blaze destroyed twenty ground floor stores and upper offices, including a rockery room and a printing plant. Fire crews reported the loss at 3 o clock and estimated damage at 150,000 dollars.

Scenectady N.Y Ena Ak & Losn Aino

Governor’s rail commission clash over oath in Columbus

Joan Sullivan of Hamilton, Gov Harmon appointee, was sworn in as the state railroad commissioner. J C Morris of Youngstown, ex Gov Harris appointee, refused to vacate claiming legal appointment. Sullivan threatened quo warranto actions to seize the office.

Columbus Joan Sullivan Hamilton Harmon J. C. Morris Youngstown Harris Sullivan Morris

Liner Arrives New York After Delayed Voyage

The American liner St. Louis arrived at Ambrose Channel at dawn after a delay caused by a broken rudder while en route from Bellampton and Cretenne. Two tugs met the vessel as it entered the harbor on February 1 aligning with standard harbor procedures.

New York St. Louis Bellampton Crerbenne Ambrose Channel

Man to Die in Electric Chair for Murder

A New York prisoner faces execution by electric chair at Sing Sing for a murder linked to an April 1508 case. Police attention centers on Ossining and the Ossining district in connection with the crime and trial proceedings.

Ossining N.Y Fen Alvatore Governale Déash Tal Vwal New York

Seamen Drowned Near Edinburg in Freighter Disaster

Melbourne report says the British steamer Clanrandal Breame foundered near Edinburgh with the captain and crew members missing. Canton China dispatch notes a ferry tragedy with 260 aboard, all lost in a deadly wreck.

Melbourne Clanrandal Gawanagesie Edinburs Tae Canton China Fey Farry

Prohibition Amendment Passed By House In Charleston

In Charleston on February 1 the house voted 63 to something to approve the prohibition amendment. Representative Bente of Wheeling delivered a lengthy, thoughtful address on the measure. Williams of Pocahontas urged the majority to uphold the party platform, as the session neared noon.

Charleston Charles Gabe Smith Nugety Kabawha Bente Wheeling Bante Prohibition Hla Ohio County

Severe Winter Halts Columbus Area Gas Supply

A bitter cold sweep leaves Columbus and Lancaster nearly powerless as a West Virginia gas main breaks across the Ohio River. Schools and factories close, utilities strain to serve customers, and residents endure frigid conditions with limited heat.

Colmbus Lancaster Virginia Ohio River

Groundhog Day Weather Predictions Foretold

The Fairmont Times notes belief in the groundhog's shadow as a forecast of six more weeks of winter. If the shadow is seen, winter lasts longer. if not, spring approaches. The piece reflects local interest in this seasonal superstition and its weather implications.

Fairmont Times

Shubert Agents Arrive For Clyde Fitch Play Here

Anvarge Agent A G Fitzgerald representing Sam 8 and Lee Shubert visit the city to finalize plans for Clyde Fitchs Girls coming Monday evening Pebrume Fr. at Delys Theatre. The show, recently a yearlong NY run, returns with the same cast and scenery.

A. D. Fitzgerald Sam Lee Shubert New York City Clyde Fitch Dely's Shubert Theatriet Tne

Undefined arrest report in vague city store incident

A garbled OCR note reports Earl Fortney of Faremont arresting four persons in a gray store on West Pike Street amid claims tied to an offer and charges. The text is unclear about identities and outcomes.

Earl Fortney Faremont Gray Harrison & Bia West Pike Street Eni

Supreme Court Denies Rehearing in Gay Company of New York Case

The United States Supreme Court denied the application for a rehearing by the Gay Company of New York. The decision upheld the validity of the 0 cent ess law and favored the government in the recent defist action against the firm.

Eighty Cent Gas Law Court Washington United States Supreme Court Consolidated “Gay Company of New York

Circuit Court Results From Monday Proceedings

Circuit court actions included Chester R Ogden vs Flora Findley noted as wax unseen. William J Ravenfell sued J Krohme with $50 bond. S A Elliott vs M B Curkendail listed as defaulted. Jackson from TN plates Lewis Company confessed judgment for 100 against Union Foundry and Machine Company. West Virginia Mine Supply Company vs Parr Lumber and Planing for 274 involving a holier went to trial.

Chester R. Ogden Flora Findley F. L. Meeka United States Express Company William J. Ravenfell Krohme Pond S. A Elott M. B. Curkendail Jackson Lewis Union Foundy & Machine Company West Virginia Mine Supply Company Parr Lumber and Planing Silt Company

Tarr announces candidacy for national glass workers president

David Tarr Sr of Mt Jawott Pa sends a circular letter declaring his run for the presidency of the National Window Glass Workers. He proposes a one percent assessment, promises an honest administration, and asserts decades in the window glass trade. He pledges voting rights for members on trade questions and economical governance. Copies were sent to all preceptories.

David Tarr Mt. Jawott Hag National Window Glass Workers Ilnen Cline Campbell Tarr Henay Gd Alhce Abova

New York City Endures Coldest Winter Day

Bitter wind chill grips New York as the city records the coldest temperature of the winter with the thermometer near zero. The harsh conditions leave the homeless at risk and in need of shelter and aid.

New York New York City

Mrs J C Jackson Improves After Tumor Surgery

Mrs. J. C. Jackson of Jackson is reported to be improving after a surgical operation for a tumor at St. Marys Hospital two or three days ago. Her recovery is expected to be early.

J. C. Starting Jackson St. Mary's Hospital

Examixe Cut Culrebet Cut Inspection Report

A February 1 report from Papama describes a two detail examination conducted today by Presidesterect Tat and an accompanying engineer of the Culibre Cut. The Chicago February 1 entry lists coded measurements 103 1-3 core G3 142 and 609-8.

Culebha Papama Bie Chicago Fen

Burial of Infant at Geezratt Cemetery

The funeral of Ertest Craig, infant son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Craig, occurred Friday afternoon. Services were held at the family home and burial followed in the Geezratt cemetery. The child died Friday morning at six weeks of age.

Ertest Ari Craig Paregiet

Busse Exonerated In Chicago Shooting Case

A garbled report states Busse was exonerated in a Chicago shooting case involving Mire Tiketue and authorities, with unclear references to Het Gomme and Jerr. The fragmentary text provides no verifiable dates or sources.

Chicago Ermay Theorodery Jerr

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