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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1903
Page
2
Citizens clash over a Salem charter measure as legislators debate the bill's passage and the town’s autonomy. Calls mount for a committee to investigate the situation while concerns over local governance and public peace persist amid the closing weeks of the session.
A fragmentary editorial voice criticizes those opposing tax reform and warns that opposing the commission report could mislead the public. It discusses public morality, political manipulation, and the risk of deceiving citizens while noting past positions and the need for honest debate.
In Sisteraville West Virginia February 20 rumors spread that Rev John Cook died of poisoning and authorities plan to exhume his remains at Pine Grove where he was buried to settle speculation. Physicians say heart disease caused his death though unsettling remarks at the supper table fueled the chatter.
Transfers of deeds listed include Repair and Dodge to O A Tulkington for two Northview lots, Same W Osane for one Northview lot, and J Parrish to Charles G Hall for 1103 5q poles in the Sardis district.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company appoints Dr Sidney Post of Byron to the medical corps. He will base his headquarters at Byron on the West Virginia and Pittsburgh division. He is noted as a leading young practitioner in this region and the honor is well deserved.
Commemoration led by Rev Arbuthnot in the chapel of Central High School. He urged patriotsim and cited Washingtons virtues. Miss Collie Duncan led songs, Roy Jenkins read an ode, and Miss Broldy delivered a poem about Washington. Visitors attended and the program closed with mottoes of faith and duty. An advertisement for Chamberlains Stomach Liver Tablets appeared at the end.
Charleston Feb 20 The capital removal issue was laid on the table in the House yesterday. Dr Flutfield of Wood County had moved for a committee to study removing the capital to another city. The house tabled the resolution and another directing the speaker to appoint a committee to pick the best bids.
A blurb announces Toogilburst and Curmies big amusements with a line about prominent tragedian Trathy and a variety program featuring Jim Teaninge Tad and Hocus. It mentions a company led by Wie sutques comin and Garvlo with many Silver performers and a special hiprus of travel. Jolly of Joliet comes to Gratia February 20.
Hoyt's famous piece A Bunch of Keys is highlighted as the main draw with a celebrated cast. The review notes Chauncey Hoyt as a towering figure in theater comedy and mentions Gun Hathner staging a polished production. The show promises varied entertainment including a Acmes Quartette musical numbers and special scenes designed to engage diverse audiences.
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