Magnificent new theater praised at public reception
Owarlinston, Feb 6. Legislature meets in joint session to vote for US senator. Edwards and Elkine tied on sixteen votes. Mann ran third with fourteen. Watson received 45 in today’s ballot. Elijah Elkins and Gray among others with minimal support. The Republican vote was avoided in today’s tally. Hundreds of citizens attended opening reception for the Robinson's Grand Theater and praised its modern design and spacious facilities.
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Elkine
Mann
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Clarence W. Watson
R. P. Chew
John M. Hamilton
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Glenn
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Robinson
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Weigle
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Black
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Charles Lavery is cold in death
Charles Lavery, a Butler, Pennsylvania native last seen working around Clarksburg, was found dead in a room above the Cottage Saloon on Pike Street. An autopsy indicated death by asphyxiation from gas fumes. the Warne Lyndy undertakers handled the body and it was to be taken to Butler, with his mother and a brother surviving. Petit jurors for the March term of the criminal court were drawn for sessions beginning March 4, with attendance starting March 10.
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Whieh
Lous Station
Frederick Beach on Stand in Attempted Murder Case
A wealthy New Yorker Frederick Beach testifies in a case charging him with assaulting his wife with murder intent. He claims self defense against an alleged negro attacker outside the cottage as his wife and her dogs were present. Beach remained calm under cross examination while his wife’s testimony supported some points.
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Aioe
Boush
Police suspend two New York officers amid graft confession
Commissioner Waldo suspended Thomas Walxt a police captain who confessed on a sick bed to taking graft and sharing it with the inspector and another superior. He will testify before the grand jury Monday.
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Taft Sits as Judge on Immigration Bill Hearing
Washington February 6 President Taft presided over a White House hearing on the immigration bill. He said he acted as virtually one judge and urged supporters to present a strong case. About 100 people attended including Senators O Gorman Root Nagel and Representatives Rob ering Thayer Kahn Sabbath and Corey.
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Call 18 Issued By Washington Authority
February 1 report from Washington states a call issued for administration of the containment of titlorial Danke as the close of business February 4.
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Indictments in Jefferson County Election Corruption Case
Judge Richards addresses a grand jury report delivering eight indictments for alleged election irregularities in Jefferson County. The petitions are questioned as improperly filed. Ray W. Long, minister of the Central Christless church is mentioned in the context of community religious leaders.
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Spectator Theater Construction Details at Elkins
A historical report describes a theater building by Construction Company of Elkins with wide aisles large auditorium space, asbestos insulation, steel balcony, and multiple exits. It notes the interior decor in Florentine style with lavender tones, a proscenium mural featuring Progress, Cupid figures, and allegorical panels, plus seats and stage facilities including a 50 by 35 foot stage and fly galleries. The scene includes Miss Frances Starr and Company opening night reception with seating auctions led by Prof G Couly. Continued on page two.
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Board of Trade Opposes Proposed Gas Tax in West Virginia
The Board of Trade and Manufacturers of the city protests a proposed tax on natural gas production in West Virginia. They call it discriminatory and a barrier to industry, urging action by delegates and senators from the district. A special committee will press the protest at the Charleston hearing, led by A K Thorn R B Willige and J Hornar with Hornar already on the ground.
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Wharton Sermon Series to Be Held at Central and St Pauls
Tonight at 7 30 the Rev Dr Wharton of Philadelphia appears at Central Christie church with Rev A W Morricon as soloist. Tomorrow evening the same number will be presented at St Pauls church as the preparatory meetings continue.
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Mrs Rebecca Sheets Passes Away at Salem
Mrs Rebecca Sheets aged 80 dies in Salem. She was a lifelong Harrison county resident born near the city. Survived by husband W. G. Sheets, two sons M. T. Sheets and Orion Streets, and two daughters Mrs Virginia Stout and Mrs Mollie V. Davis. Burial plans not listed.
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Unclear fragmentary text from historical source
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Europe and peace, with garbled names and phrases. Cannot determine a coherent event, date, or entities to summarize meaningfully.
Wisconsin art bill faces disapproval contingent on action
Grand jurors for March term report on a controversial proposed law related to art funding in Madison Milwaukee and surrounding counties. Names of several residents and officials appear in the record, including local figures and jurors, with no clear resolution or outcome stated.
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Damages Sought From the State in Saloon Closings Case
The Charleston legislature paused a tie as House and Senate moved to memorialize Congress to pass bill No. 247. Frank Day of Virginia, cited with a claim of due money, faced a deed from 1748 and a potential sum between six thousand and seven million dollars. Petitions were filed in the Senate by C. A. Hoger and others. Two men were sentenced for costs from saloon closures during martial law in Cabin Creek district.
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Congress
Frank Day
Virginia
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West Virginia
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Sheriff Appeals to State for Aid
Charleston dispatch reports Sheriff requests state assistance amid ongoing local violence and disturbances. Governor Glamycock and General Willett are urged to launch an investigation into alleged troop evasion by district authorities, as mounting unrest continues through the night in Attertown.
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