Fragmented local notice from Clarkeburs post office echoes
A damaged OCR fragment from The Evening Echo mentions the Clarkeburs post office. It includes garbled phrases about people lacking strength and a will, with unclear context or actions.
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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1907
Page
5
A damaged OCR fragment from The Evening Echo mentions the Clarkeburs post office. It includes garbled phrases about people lacking strength and a will, with unclear context or actions.
The Telegram notes Delegate Marcus L. Riblett from this county again endorsed for backing the two-cent fare measure and for introducing amendment to the senate bill exempting under fifty miles. It cites his Holle bill vote and amendment adoption, while praising his campaign support and continued vindication. The piece also discusses Waldo hotel patronage and questions state tax demands alongside editorials from Wheeling Intelligencer and Parkersburg Dispatch News.
A Wisconsin newspaper notes the lure of a banquet hosted by Senator Scott amid pre election politics. It questions whether such events may influence lawmakers and governor Dawson, suggesting banquets after the vote might be wiser to avoid politics spoiling the process.
The text argues that Democrats believe state costs should decrease annually despite expansion and growth. It compares the cost of running large versus small establishments and notes the rising national expenses since Franklin Pierce's era, implying political critique of those urging increased spending.
A fragmented reflection on predicted catastrophes and public governance. It notes failures in garbage service contracts in Wheeling, with eighty city complaints last week and fifty investigated as truthful. The piece touches on political intrigue and looming election exposure, suggesting upcoming revelations in the near months.
The article notes Senator Bailey's proposal to bar public debate on pipe line rights and to restrict gas piping out of the state. It also lampoons saloon age rules, suggesting saloonkeepers enforce birth certificates for young drinkers and align with the mayor's age standards to avoid serving minors.
Judge Charles W. Lynch delivered a major court opinion Monday at Weston. The ruling has statewide importance and mirrors decisions anticipated in several counties. The Wheeling papers showed little interest, suggesting they would have liked to publish it.
Fragmented text discusses local politics, Thaw trial aftermath, slot machines in saloons, and Irish Home Rule chatter. It notes delays in reforms, upcoming elections, a tense temperance climate, and hints at municipal and state issues as winter gives way to warmer weather.
Alienists may seek new methods after Jerome confronts those arguing Thaw was insane. The killing of White, viewed as punishment by law, is argued to show sanity. Others advocate unconventional theories and their methods remain puzzling.
The house of the state legislature is praised for supporting a two-cent rate and urging the senate to adopt the house modified bill. The Telegram first mentioned the measure and the piece calls for swift senate agreement.
Lottie Mouser of Columbia Mines is charged with violating the compulsory school law. Justice John T. Flynn in Wil vonburg issued a warrant at the urging of Truant Officer Cate Dun and handed it to Special Constable J. W. Schrader for service.
The body of Bre G Wall, a young girl who died by taking poison at Point Comfort with her brother in law, was buried in the county cemetery on Wednesday afternoon under orders from county authorities.
A fragment from a sensational misspelled prose piece features Flora Bean Snibbey authoring titles like Because She Loved Him Bo and Parted on Ber Wedding. It hints at a forthcoming novel not to be published, notes rights in Britain and other regions, and mentions a violent barroom encounter with police.
A prisoner endures hours of agony in a dim cell crying for water as two policemen rush to his aid. Lord Barlow, hearing an anguished cry, questions the prisoner, who identifies himself as George Eckles. A harsh altercation unfolds with a dramatic turn as the shackles are removed and the door opens to a shocking sight.
In chapter four a man named Edward Doyle quietly steals a manuscript from Lord Barlow after hiding it under his coat and fleeing into the woods. The young lord, shocked by the loss, cries out that the secret is gone and stares toward the window where a mysterious face presses against the pane. The scene ends with the door bursting open and the moment left for later continuation.
Gertrude Wilson, colored, of Maud Brennt, was fined five dollars and costs by Magistrate Gordon for assaulting Ada Madison, also colored. Ada led the case, stating Wilson called her vile names and struck her, injuring her thumb, nose, and breaking glass. Ada swore out a warrant. Art Waldo arrested Wilson, and the case was heard immediately.
Attend the M. E. Black Krohme millinery opening on Thursday February 21, Friday February 22, and Saturday February 23. The event showcases new hat fashions and seasonal accessories.
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