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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1903
Page
1
In Charleston W Va the dispensary bill stalls as Kyle’s gas tax proposition is laid on the table amid bitter Senate debate. The House backs tax policy moves, appropriations and regulatory bills, while officials push for universal tax and licensing reforms in a tense session.
Readers discuss the Floyd murder in Mannington and question why no detectives are on the case. Several citizens urge a reward to spur information while debating the cost and the need for an effective investigation. The piece reflects public concern and calls for action in solving the crime.
Moon and Showalter sue Fristoe in Parkersburg circuit court seeking $1000 against The Dravelers Insurance Company alleging wrongdoing. The suit cites misdeeds, with claims of liability and questioned amounts, as proceedings move forward in the local court.
A Saturday meeting of the West Fork Gas Company area discusses a debated question on Adamaton people and a proposal related to the local school building. The Cicero Literary Society plans an upcoming event with participants including W. Haan, Jokn Fraaier, Sept Showard, Lots Crinim, and Wi Desens amid preparations for public discussion.
Police arrest Fer Robinson at the Metropolitan Cafe after witnesses report pockets filled with eggs and a coat lining containing edible items and whiskey. Officers detain him for transport to the station as the investigation continues.
The article describes a membership contest between the Red and Blue groups, to run for sixty days and tied to a forthcoming banquet. Enthusiastic workers canvass departments and wholesale divisions, aiming to boost membership totals and public interest.
A committee of commercial men led by J. M. Crotch G. Brady and A. K. Thornhaw invites local traders to a Saturday evening conference at the association offices in Fordyce building. The group advocates a broader traveler’s association open to all merchants for social and business engagement without restrictions.
A distressing destitution case from West End centers on the Mapp family. The father David Huppe, a coal miner, is incapacitated, and his wife writes that they have nothing to eat. They have several children, including boys aged about nine, eight, and eleven, who say they receive no help or relief. Local inquiries by Mr. Jolly of Tales ministy reveal little and no relief forthcoming.
A garbled 19th or early 20th century notice explains certificates issued to donors of the McKinley Memorial Fund. It says certificates are limited and distributed to those who contributed, listing sending procedures and honoring donors, with references to a work related to a bridge and a New York firm. The readable fragments indicate an association coordinating certificate distribution to supporters.
Reports detail several wells in Wetzel County with varied outputs. Producers include Coming Oil Company and Linden Oil Company, with mentions of coring activity, daily barrels, and ongoing development on multiple leases.
The bill moves toward a floor vote to address penalties for enslaving persons in a broader crime reform. Lawmakers debate the scope of the measure and potential penalties, while supporters push for stronger enforcement and public safety.
A disorderly scene on Main Street ends with two wounded and police detaining suspects. Walter Dubignlike, a patron at a Central Ages establishment, is mentioned amid chaotic activity. Centra Ages, Cahoon, French Ling, and Will Will talk about Modabire tiles and a jail stint. Three dollars and coats are noted as part of a moralizing scene.
Text fragment mentions Barry Alexander and a lucrative position linked to an industry tale. It references a narrative involving Lake Coal and Coke Company at Mount Clings Me and a pestiail next Monday. Details are garbled but imply a local business or legal notice with personal mentions and a request to contact via phone.
A fire at Salem School caused partial building damage and a brief halt in classes. Students and staff evacuated safely as firefighters contained the blaze and began repairing the damaged wing. Townspeople reported excitement and concern, with ongoing inspections and safety checks planned.
Fragmentary OCR text describes trains and places with unclear events and names. The readable bits reference Barton and a train, with mention of New York and Chem Boer, but most specifics are garbled. The piece appears to be a local notice or report about possible industrial sites and transportation activity.
A discussion of large brick mills and establishment sites in Athens, with negotiations for 10420 Turpiten Tn Glen We No. 2 and possible relocations to Clarsburg. Architects MolmBoe Helés- Conference: parties expect to locate here with major ground works and industrial growth.
In St Louis a man, long prominent in Seymour-Littenhouse circles, died after an operation at St Louis Hospital. Funeral arrangements list Sunday services at his home with a church service to follow. The deceased, a longtime county resident, left a wife and children and was well known in local business circles.
fragmented text reports a wedding postponement in Glen Ke Chatari amid unclear statements. the passage references a harbor location and public route, mentioning authority figures and possible legal or social hurdles affecting the ceremony.
A local club hosts a social dancing event with music by Vinntutise fall vgod orchies. The evening runs from 2 to 9 and features a dancing session with a follow up party. A Piedmont Weekes Cor. at svinbalun ep lchs-ta attends as guest.
A fragmented text discusses a legislative measure linked to a city or state budget with mentions of figures like 900,000 and 100,000 and names such as Charles, Eyer, and Igel. It hints at a discussion of a proposed bill and its potential impact but remains incoherent and uncertain in detail.
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