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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1916

Page

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Entire Regiment Joins the Rebels Mutiny in Finn Troops

A Cologne Volks Zeitung report, citing Cairo sources, says a Finnish regiment mutinied in Helin on February 14, killing twelve officers and winning over Hindu troops. After a two hour battle the mutineers were routed and many surrendered or fled into the desert as others were killed or wounded. Amnesty claims of further mutinies are noted.

Helin Cologne Volks Zetting Ovens Newa Cologne Volks Zeitung Cairo

Will Speak at West Virginia Speaking Tour

Janet Fenimore Korngold of Chicago will speak tomorrow evening in the courthouse in West Virginia cities. Invited by locals who heard her in 1914, she is a noted suffrage speaker and writer, with Rauph Korngold as part of her speaking team. The lecture titled So Called and the Housewife will begin at 7 40 o clock with free admission. Mrs William F Alexander of Baltimore is visiting Mrs Charles B Alexander on South Chestnut Street.

West Virginia Janet Fenlchore-Korngold Chingo Cowis Court House Mrs. Korngold Indiana Ag Mlsg Deet Fenimore Rauph Iorngold Europe Janet Fenimore

Mohammedan Troops Ordered Withdrawn From Suez Canal

Harlin Feb 18 The Cologne Walls Zeitung reports Major General Sir John Maxwell commander of the British forces in Egypt has ordered Mohammedan troops to withdraw from the Suez canal and be reassigned to another theater where they will not fight other Mohammedans. Deser­tions among these troops have been frequent.

Harlin Cologne Walls

OToole resigns from Duncan Stewart board in Baltimore

William J. OToole, assistant to the general Livestock agent of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, resigns from the Duncan M. Stewart Company board of directors in New York. He will depart Baltimore March 1 after eighteen years with B&O, rising from clerk in the traffic department to livestock tradesman with broad ties to stock markets and buyers.

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Sy wasQeintae Paesey Baltimore William J. O'toole Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Con Duncan M. Stewar Company New York Mr. O'Toole Wiii O'Toole Ohio Iratic Evan Hoemumtélant

Roosevelt Arrives in St Thomas During West Indies Visit

Theodore Roosevelt arrived from New York aboard a steamship voyage to Danish West Indies. In the governor's absence Roosevelt, dispatched by the governor's secretary, inspected the harbor works at St Croix and toured local sights before dining with the secretary.

ST. Thomas Theodore Roosevelt New York St. Croix Calonel Roosevelt Hargor

Eungeliti Movement Grows at Colored White Rock Church

The Union Heights evangelistic meeting at White Rock Baptist Church attracts growing crowds with four conversions and reclamations. Rev. W. B. Crawford of Brownsville, Pa, a veteran evangelist, preaches on Christlike living, with plans to continue in Clarksburg and Browan Will through the week, culminating in further sermons.

White Rock Baptist WB. Crawford Brownsville Hyangalatlo Jenus Zacsbroua Browan Clarksburg York

Young West Sent to Reform School

The article details the sentencing of Young West connected to the Barberton area incident. It notes he was indicted for murder in West Virginia and discusses trial developments, probation options, and surrounding rumors about theft and motive. Local observers and relatives are cited as part of the reform school outcome and community reaction.

Young West Reform School Henriilia “J. West Big Tone Canton Clarence Mansfeld Deren Samuel Kline Iistney Barberton Kilne Harmon West Virginia Kilno Houra Kline West Kane Hinghan Weat Wil. Morsin A.V. McCue West Union Plaentiment Low Tyer Hadibe

Farewell Address in the City Tonight

Tonight's farewell address at the First Presbyterian Church will be delivered by Shepardion to women only exclusion. The subject is Life in the Bur e of Jeru salem with reflections on domestic life and city praise. Notable attendees named include Jacobs, Mrs Patelle, Mrs Thieworth, Mrs Harvey W Harmer, Mrs W B Osborn, Frank Guimor, and A W Fia Robisinow.

Shepardion Firat Presbyterian Jeruamlem Patelle Hieworth Harvey W. (Harmer W. Bi Osborn Dre Prank Guimor Reesivant A. W. Fia Robisinow Li Robes

Revival Draws Interest at First Methodist Church

The Great Revival at First Methodist Church continued with Dr. King delivering a sermon praised for its clarity and spiritual impact. Attendance surged as worshippers embraced the revival message, with plans announced for another meeting and further services through the week.

First Methodist Church

Prohibition Era Ration Claim Describes Whiskey Shortage

A fragmented notice describes a county forceful seizure of twelve thousand pints of whiskey and near total depletion of supply. The fragment hints at enforcement actions lasting months and scarce remaining bottles in a large liquor lot.

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Fortress Supervises Service at Stations in Baltimore

Compiled from a damaged OCR report, Maclin appointed to supervise operations for the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. The restructuring aims to extend supervision across all agency lines and ensure high reliability of station facilities and public service. Dr. S. M. Chenoweth reports D. Linton’s transfer to the Keaplier hospital for surgery.

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Fragments Describe Steep Mountain Defense and Alleged Turkle Assault

Fragmentary text portrays a steep mountain side fortress high above sea level. It references an assault by Turkle forces, heavy winter conditions, and disputed details about tank actions and siege events near a river mouth.

Damage verdict in court stands in multiple cases

A damaged OCR fragment reports a death of Mary Elliot and a series of court actions. It mentions a funeral with 420,000 wordiet for a defendant, various judgments, trustees, and disputes across multiple cases. Names include Mary Elliot, William Hillott, Benjamin Perkins, and Oliver Keeger, with references to Parkersburg and Mononxatioe Valley District.

Molton Slase Wriday Folreutt Midge Haywond Maxwell Benjomin Yoru Latswit Phive Tgolnuh Agitanoe Olind Gas L.8 Schwenk Truntee L. D Atlite Hare Ho Warson Anni A. Keough Ft. Walch Company LL. Walson Theo of Nolia Dow Willig Conta

Improvement of Pullman Service Between Clarksburg and Pittsburg

George W. Mudderne secretary of the board of trade reports talks with Baltimore and Ohio officials about Pullman service improvements between Clarksburg and Pittsburg. Announcement includes added Pullman space and later evening connections, aiming to boost regional travel and revenue, with local merchants urging community support.

Clarksburg Pittsburg George W. Mudderne Hie Traule Teadé Chyrkaburg Billy More Norvica Snrvice Dory Headylpar Sant Reece Ee Aid Claaledipor Pittabire Baeno Pillaburg Baltimore and Oila Baltimore and Ohio

Gas Explosion Triggers Jail Break in Urkotatown

A gas explosion rocked Urkotatown injuring several and causing a jail lockdown. A prisoner escaped during the chaos, police pursued and later recaptured the fugitive amid fires and smoke. Residents reported hearing blasts as crews worked to control the blaze and restore order.

Hans Schmidt Goes Quietly to His Death

Reported obituary fragment notes Hans Schmidt’s death, with unclear details and garbled surrounding text. Readers are left with sparse lines mentioning a Septembr 1919 date, but the exact circumstances and location remain unreadable in the clipping.

Hans Schmidt

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