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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1909

Page

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Editorial Guns to Be Turned on Democratic Party

A Northern Baptist budget editorial notes an ultimatum against the Democratic party of the city. It claims the Daily News chief pressured police to curb gambling resorts, warning officials to ease up until one election day. The move sparks debate on discrimination and the paper's future stance.

Adi Hipsn Clarkebu Daily News Toca Éaloontats Squor Dealers’ Association

Discontinuation of Bon Tonatore Military Department Partnership

Mrs Peters and Mrs Sturm terminate their co ownership of the Bon Tonatore military department due to rapid growth in the Millinery division. Mrs Sturm becomes manager of Parsons ers Company and will handle related transfers. Mrs Peters will focus on other duties as the standalone partner.

Petete D. Sturm Giilinery Stirm Peters Joli Parsons Ders Gan Bon Ton Parsonsers Company Irs Starmibas Clow Che Canthre Dever New York City Mire Sturm New York Philadelphia

Fateful Charleston Assembly Scene Cited in WV Turmoil

A fragment from a Mason County page reports a heated exchange between officials and politicians in Charleston dated February 18. A chief clerk and foreign emissaries clash over taxation and policy while tempers flare and authorities intervene to avert violence.

Charleston CW. de Politers W. Va Sin Conia Mason County Echols Mason Cosnty

John Danby Drad Obituary Notice in Sistersville

In Sistersville February 18 John Daath died after a brief illness aged. The body will be shipped for burial. Interment will be made Saturday morning.

Sistersville John Daath Restanyantenr Tityweile

Jeeve Watkins Arabbed by Italian Suspect in Chicago

Chicago report states Jeeve Watkins was abducted by an Italian last Saturday night. He is reported in better condition at St Mary's hospital with favorable recovery prospects. Wheat, futures listed at 112 1/2 cents, corn at 86 1/2, oats at 5 1/4.

Jeeve Watkins St. Mary's Honol Chicago

Baptist Budget Meeting in City Faith Leaders Discuss Mission Support

Gemitel Gall Rarity D notes a Baptist budget meeting in city circles featuring Dr. Barnes, a leading authority on church finance, outlining plans for missionary work and cooperative support among the American Baptist denominations. The event highlights past pastorates and the push to fund home and foreign missions through the American Baptist Missionary Union, Home Mission Society, and Publication Society.

Gemitel Gall Needa B. Horn -Mimylon Society Dendmibadion Aeirtland Onioy Jat J Newton Iyeets Cand St Paull Minn Pittsburg Newton Pest Barnes Teavasi Bel Rove Mechivers Home Mision Society Tarnes Car of God Maine Kansas Baptists of the Mophern Hava Mires Hie Américan Baptist Missionary, Union American Baptist” Home Mission’ Society Ion Society

Taft Arrives Cincinnati for Mason Ceremony

President-elect Taft reached Cincinnati on February 18 and will travel to Philadelphia soon. He conferred with Frank Hitchcock on cabinet appointments and the co announcement was set for publication. Taft was made a Mason in a ceremony attended by notable Masons from other cities.

Cincinnati Taft Saur- Way Philadelphia Frank H. Hitchcock

Committee on Mines Report Critics Trade Offenses At Mine Sites

In Charleston the mines committee report criticizes lax oversight and urges holding operators liable for accidents. It cites miners breaking laws and notes courts often favor operators, implying judicial bias or domination by operators in mine cases.

Charleston Veh Port of Tin Cery, iInemelent Speer

Brotherhood Meeting Notice at Bethel Chapel

The men of the community are invited to a Good I Pittowenp meeting at the Methoath Brotherhood 90 on Thursday February 18 at 3 o clock in WL Goll chapel. There will be an orchestra providing music. Bring your friends to the gathering.

Methoath Brotherhood

Justice of Peace Convalesces After Attack

George H. Génlon, justice of the peace, is convalescent from an attack in Giem Elk area. He had returned to duty on South Third Street and resumed official duties after nearly a week of recuperation, with many friends glad of his recovery.

George H. Génlon Grits Walen Tim Totte Dewey Giem Elk South Third Omtreet

Angry men challenge Weston asylum report in Charleston

In Charleston on February 18 Dr. M. Steele and C. W. Hartman led critics of the Weston asylum special committee findings. They argued conditions may have existed at the visit but are now remediated. Friends of State Geologist J. C. White protest the insinuation that state service without pay breeds leaks. Dr. T. J. Rucker, head of the deaf and dumb school, arrives and plans to fight the charges against him.

Charleston M. Steel C. W Hartman Weston Ingané Asylum Steele J. C. White T. J. Rucker

Drumn Coming Jie Clarkshire Visitor Arrival Mention

A fragmented note reports an expected arrival in Clarkaburs from Mangold, OL, noting Fetath and DruTien are involved and that the party will reach the area next Sunday. The text is garbled but suggests a planned visit or meeting under unclear auspices.

Jie Clarkshire Uesetatl Association Clarkaburs Senday Mangold Temary

Wad's Career Traced From Denmark to America in Concert

A fragmented report traces musician Wad from Copenhagen and Vienna under famous teachers to a Boston and Baltimore connection. It notes his debut at age and a Berlin London recital tour, praising phrasing, fire, and encores amid fanfare.

Bermanuer Orialtibronesembly Waldo Battrdlyy Die Gogpale theiKing Denmark Jesin Consarvatory Gopenhamen Oltzac Boh Servatory Gade Wad Viennavand Leschétieaky Boston Ani Wade Bardo Ani Orenbatron Berlin Reeltar London Ma Uoridon Musical America Mr. Wade Elty Emimanel Wad Belitimore Asta Hall Benthoven Scarloth Chopin Padarewski Likst

Hounds put on burglars trail Morrison’s store raid

Bloodhounds from Moundsville tracked four burglars suspected of robbing Morrison’s general store on Bridgeport Street Wednesday morning. Entry was forced by a hole in the shack door. Cash, about five dollars, and several shoes and skirts were stolen. Hounds followed the trail to the railroad in the afternoon.

Morrison's Moundsville No L Bridgeport Taéatore Morrison

Notable Streetcar Incident In City Corridor

A garbled OCR record reports a streetcar incident near a central corridor. It mentions a court at Singarg, a payment dispute, and winds affecting movement, with stray references to Edge Str.

Ramsey guilty in Pittsburg bank bribery case

Ramsey, former president of the German National Bank, was found guilty by a jury in Pittsburg, accused of bribing people to secure favorable treatment. The case centers on improper conduct related to the bank and alleged manipulation of its repository and storage arrangements.

Pittsburg Pa W. W. Ramissy German National Bank Rameey Poupclmen

Gas Company Meeting at the Souk with Clarksburg Leaders

A fragment from a souk gathering notes the Clarksburg Light and Heat Company discussing recent topics with elder leaders of Clarksburg Amidah Piling and others present. The text is garbled but indicates a formal meeting of company elders and local officials.

Souk Sulders Clarksburg Light, Heat Company Thir ‘Ue Coepany Clartaberg

Buried at Oweil Funeral Rites Prompt Mourning

Fragmentary text notes funeral services for Marrison Aiansea and mentions traders. Details unclear due to garbled OCR. keeps focus on burial observance and mourners. The fragment implies a local obituary brief with limited names and place.

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