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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1906

Page

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Fifteen Big Suits Filed Over West Virginia Disaster

Whiarlestin West Virginia February 22 fifteen suits for ten thousand dollars each were filed by owners of a Detroit bound mine after the coroner's verdict on the disaster that cost eighteen lives. A special grand jury has been called to consider the case against Superintendent Diner Mine Boss Townsend and Deputy Mine Inspector Bonner Hill.

Whiarlestin W. Va Sgwinet Detroit SAS Diner Townsend Bonner Hill

Monument Works Move to Glen Elk

Wells granite and marble works relocate from Park Avenue to Glen Elk securing a 25 by 100 foot lot. A two story brick shop will be built with modern automatic tools powered by compressed air. The site features direct access to a B and C side track to aid receiving and shipping.

Wells Rest Pike Street Welle Glen Elk Welle Marble Works

BOD HABITS IRE REWARDED IN TRAVEL TALE

Wi T. Boggess returns from Cameron trip and recounts a tale of a young man who abstained from tobacco and alcohol until a set age. His father fulfilled a prom with a gift of $21,000, proving even modest stakes can motivate restraint. The story underscores moral incentives.

T. Boggess Cameron

Buba Welcomes the Lowworths at Home

Mr and Mrs Ori received guests at their home on Monday as the Cubans congress party arrived on a reception from the Cuban congress. The Longworths will stay a week and are hosted at the American residence.

Associated Press Ori Etsoeestan Cuba Longworth

Conference to be Held in Court House Friday Evening

National organizer HB Loucks will arrive in Wheeling in the afternoon to attend a Friday 8 o clock conference in the court house. Spherent will also attend. The meeting aims to be an important one for all interested in the subject.

Court House

Dates Not Changed By Associated Press Quietly

Fragmentary report notes confusion over Confederate reunism dates, with references to April 24 25 and 24 25. Mention of General Mickle and Mr Stroller including travel from Wilconburg and Suitsgoom. Contains garbled OCR text and unreadable segments but preserves core event note.

Associated Press Gricans Macon Mickle

Telephone Men in Convention at Parkersburg

Telephone men gathered in Parkersburg for a convention with 126 attendees. Officers elected include Barnes as president, Handsome as vice president, and Wheeling, Buckhannon, Ravenswood, Huntington, and Parkersburg representatives in senior roles. An executive committee was named with Barnes, Mandlan, and others from Fairmont Wheeling Huntington Charleston and Parkersburg.

Parkersburg Ah Pathan Nat Tier Barnes Fair Co Handlan Tatautre Wheeling Win M. Gayton Yecomares Huntington ALC

Farmers to get daily weather forecasts by phone

Willis T Moar of the U S Weather Bureau announces farmers in Maryland Virginia and West Virginia may receive the daily weather forecast and warnings by telephone after 10 a m the service will supply the text of the forecast for the next day covering nearly a day via Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company cooperation. The system has proven successful in many states and Ohio New York Pennsylvania Indiana Michigan and Iowa. About 200 100 farmers in Ohio reportedly receive the forecast each morning by phone.

Hie Willis T. Moar Ted States Weather Bureau Maryland Virginia West Virinia CIA Chesapeake and Potomac ‘Telephone Company Weather Bureau Ohio New York Pennsylvania Indiana Minois Michigan Iowa

Col Haymond to Celebrate 60th Anniversary Event

Col Luther Haymond will celebrate his 60th anniversary tomorrow at his West residence. Friends are invited to call during the day and evening and dine with him. He enjoys the occasion and receives many callers, though his health remains good and he appears a year older than years past.

Luther Haymoni Iiehem Om West Nate Col. Haymond

Salvation Army meeting hears Captain Turner speak

A Salvation Army gathering at the hall heard Captain Turner describe his experiences in Africa and other foreign countries. His address was entertaining and instructive, leaving attendees inspired by his firsthand accounts.

Salvation Aray Hall T. Turner Africa Addres

Letters Made Her Crazy in a New York Suburb

A young man in the city received threatening letters from Rose Marsh, prompting concern that she may be committed. Her father, a wealthy contractor, was killed in the New York subway about a year ago.

Dintodd Rose Marsh Raim Agus New York

Dick Padden Coming Here to Strengthen Team

The baseball directors report Dik den and Brock Brown will visit Marietta to discuss a possible stake in the St. Paul Teague team. Dick Padden, with earlier stints in the Southern league and St. Louis Brown nine, would bring strong backing and several contracted star players, though no agreement has been reached.

Baseball Dikden Brock” Brown Homer Baseball World Dick Padden Richmond St. Louis Brown St. Paut Padden Camilen Sommers Clarksburg Tea Somyonen Mess Padden and Brown Marietta Taddlemady Ity Messrs Brown

General Scott Visitor Here In Washington D C

Brigadier General W We Scott head of the West Virginia National Guard visited Washington D C as a distinguished guest. He stayed with Mr Osborn and officers before continuing to Charleston on official business.

W. WeScott Washington, D.C Virginia National Guard de Ay Osborn Osborn Goldlt Re Smut

Program announced by Corporal Tanner at Minneapolis encampment

Washington reports that Corporal Tanner will address a social meeting on Tuesday evening October 14 at the National encampment in Minneapolis. The annual parade is scheduled for Wednesday with a business session on Thursday at the camp.

Corporal Tanner Washington Comanauileemin Tanner Mononness Minneapolis

Bond Granted For Morrison In Federal Court

L. B. Morrison was brought before U S Commissioner T. A. States on Wednesday for a preliminary hearing. He was held in bond of 200 dollars to answer an indictment found by the federal grand jury. The case concerns alleged crimes investigated by federal authorities. Morrison awaits further court action in March, with the authorities pursuing charges related to the indictment.

L. B. Morrison T. & States United Stats Marchal E. D. Happ

Pole Falls Injures Smith During Bridgeport Project

Emanuel Smith, working with a Bridgeport telephone line crew, was badly injured when a pole toppled during construction. Neighboring workers called for help as a blade and brace were damaged and Smith sustained a severe fracture requiring medical attention.

Emanuel Smith Bridgepoct Dr. Folk Bridgeports

Unclear obituary notice from February city dispatch

A garbled February 22 report from Atlanta describes a death notice and a control sentence about a share in York and a late term in New York City. The fragment mentions Mr. Shayue and a death event with limited readable details.

UBS Adviated Atlanta, Ga York New York City Mr. Shayue

Funeral Notice for Beloved Eagles Brother

The Eagles hall hosts a funeral for our dear brother Fequeezed to mel j at the Eagles hall Friday afternoon. Alward Aarcingtia CO. P Dallas, wetty.

Mel J Eagles Hall Alward Dallas Wetty

Bennett Deid Lowy Bemmett Aged 35 in Parkersterz Incident

Lee Bennett Deid Lowy Bemmett aged 35 appears in Parkersterz records with wife and five children. He reported an injury near Salmon Beeinett and Weston amid unclear circumstances at the roshaine de fubom location.

Lowy Bemmett Parkersterz

POST RESIGNS AS TELLER AT FARMERS BANK

Marl1 POST REPORTEDLY RESIGNS AS TELLER AT FARMERS BANK AFTER YEARS OF LOYAL SERVICE. THE ARTICLE PRAISES HIS POPULARITY AND IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY, NOTING OFFERS TO MOVE TO OTHER ROLES AND THE LIKELY START OF HIS OWN BUSINESS.

Farmers Bank

Miners Pay Boost and Pink Day Events in Clarksburg

Miners will receive bi monthly pay with a bonus for the Clarkeburg Fuel and Fairmont Coal companies and several independents. The rise reflects two months’ back pay and additional this month, expected to boost earnings for miners and related workers as business activity rises in Clarksburg through the end of the week.

Clarkeburg Fuel Company Fairmont Coal Company Mort Tun Por-the-priet Helin Clarksburg

Campbell Praises His Home City at Clarksburg Visit

Harry J. Campbell, formerly of Wheeling and now connected with a barge line home furnishing house in the state’s central metropolis, session in Clarksburg reports excellent business and optimistic prospects for the future. He notes abundant coal and gas attracting capital for manufacturing and other city growth. Campbell, with relatives in the city, will stay several days to attend to business and visit kin.

Harry J. Campbell Wheeling Clarksburg Mir Campbell Clerksburg Tientind

Wells Orchestra Plays at Weston Society Dance

Wells orchestra travels to Weston to perform at a big society dance tonight. The event is hosted by the Stonewall Jackson club, Weston’s premier social organization for the smart set. The ensemble is expected to be warmly received in the stylish social scene.

Wells Weston Stonewall Jackson Club Thle

Committed to School Clare May Gray

The youth Clare May Gray aged TL years is under confinement at the suggestion of Mrs W Gray. The guardian reports the girl is beyond her control and will be brought to the school in a few days for placement under care.

Clare May Gray Mr. W. Gray

Judge Harmer Harvey W Harmer at Lat Creek Oratorical Contest

Judge Harmer Harvey W Harmer travels to Lat Creek this evening to act as judge in the oratorical contests replacing Dr 8 KeAchathiot in a Wesleyan University evangelistic service. Local steers at the contest include losota and others.

Harvey W. Harmer Lat Creek KeAchathiot Wesleyan University Ck Jaro W.tpden Losota

Hecch Loses Hope

A Chicago report from Associated Press explains the recent developments in Johann Hoelf’s case as his appeal fails and his execution proceeds. The article notes the legal process and public reaction as the sentence is carried out.

Associated Presa Chicago Johann Hoelf Todlay

Farewell Address Read and Nominations Sent to Senate

A report notes a farewell address read amid a petition for relief from Allied discrimination, with nominations listed for postmasters in Ohio Indiana and West Virginia. In the House today Williams tried to rate Washington's farewell address followed by adjournment. the motion failed 98 to 136. The urgent deficiency conference report was approved and the Army appropriation debate began.

Kich Wathitton Tillman Independent Oil Refiners’ Association Titusville Oil Guy Senates Ohio A-W Summer Brookville G. W. Wilkinson North Baltimore Indiana HI. “Th Hebn Edinburg W. BE. Peck Jenia EF Dillon Rochester Bates Peat Bond J. W. Elam Valpuene H. W. Nileon Wateaw West Virginia Hall Wheeling House Williams Washington Hill Alain Appead

Fire destroys Catholic college near Kankakee

A fire last night totally destroyed Vin turs College at Bourbonnais two miles north of Kankakee. The Roman Catholic institution founded in 1865 housed about 200 students. Loss estimated at 175000 with 100000 insured. Cause reported as crossed electric wire. No injuries.

Associated Press Kankakee, I Vinturs Bourbonnais Til Kankakee

Armstrong report in legislature details recommendations

Albany New York February 2 The Armstrong special insurance Investigating committee report was presented in both Houses accompanied by eight bills to carry into effect the committee recommendations.

Albany N.Y Armstrong Special Insuraince Investigating Committee

Woodmen Drill Delights Glen Bik Meeting

The Woodmen of the World held their regular weekly meeting at the Pythian hall in Glen Bik. The evening featured a finely executed drill by the uniform rank, described as a standout military display.

Woodmen of the World Pythian Hall Glen Bik

Supper at Gevitdtiniat Ball Draws Strong Attendance

A largely attended Gevitdtiniat ball supper drew a grateful crowd, with the patronage described as happy and the congregation expressing satisfaction over the event and the hospitality.

Ravens of Pethins Hold Regular Meeting

The Ravens of Pethins held their regular meeting with Cathy Hall presiding. Jaufine Weenies was noted for betting. Nigans of Gypsy White Avenue attended the event, with Thureuy Wem Luet Lors mentioned in connection to the evening.

Ravens Pethins Twghd Cathy Hall Jaufine Weenies

Invention Fails to Save Skaters in Induced Accident

A report from Entemicitorg Indiana describes a man attempting to rescue skaters using his invention. He drowned after his device hampered his own ability to rise, the incident causing multiple injuries and deaths during the ordeal.

Funeral of Dr Alfred Neely in Smithton cemetery

The funeral for Dr Alfred Neely was held at his Smithton home and proceeded to Archibald cemetery. Neely, son of Matthew Neely, was a pioneer of Dededyhge county and a lifelong caregiver who served the needy, often without pay, leaving a lasting memory of generosity and outspoken advocacy for the oppressed.

Alfred Noviy Smthton Archibald Cemetery Neely Matthew Neely Pioneers Clarkaborg Virginia Bastmore Pitch New York City Claseice Iad

Simms Appen's Coleman Signs Found Guilty in Court

In a Wednesday afternoon session Judge Gordon convicted Wolvertin, a Den Pails teacher, of a charge related to a public impropriety. The trial involved Simme, who was acquitted of a similar accusation. The defendant faced a $5 fine and potential appeal.

Coleman Signs

Unclear Medical Report From Keeler Hospital

Fragmented OCR notes describe a successful operation at Keeler hospital this morning. Reference to a patient named C Callahan and removal of some Sax bowed items appears garbled. Details are unreadable and cannot be reliably interpreted.

Callahan Keeler Hospital

Washington Addresses by Taft

Fragmentary text reports a Taft public address in Washington with scattered references to speakers, locations, and dates. The garbled OCR suggests a formal event involving government figures and a formal toast, but specific names and details are unclear.

Engagement Announcement for Bo Wallis and Sharon Meyewel

A wedding notice from Chester Gilparty Gallifeie reports Bo Wallis, of Chester, and Sharon Meyewel of Telegram, announcing the engagement of Murila ela Shy Valentine’s own Miss Manili Hovie and Miss Louie Tame. The piece notes the couple’s home, a garden floral display, and the social circle including Wallis’s friend group and relatives.

Whim Bo Wallis Thie City Chester Gilparty Nf Gallifeie William Te Meyewel Ah Sharon Oltey Naan Lette Mies Muriila Ela Barsian Ike Walia Mie Manili Hovie Mise Louie Tame Forman Wallis Wade Miva Gallipnne Adios Fiarksbury Mlehy LelFis Macy Geppert Willian Geppert New Uth City

Reciprocal Rates Extended Amid Trade Policy Debate

A terse Associated Press summary notes extended reciprocal rates amid ongoing trade policy debate. The report highlights implications for international markets and potential shifts in tariff schedules.

Holiday Observance Noted in Washington Aide’s Report

A fragmented Washington report mentions observed holiday patterns, government staff names, and scheduling notes. The item records a formal acknowledgment of a holiday with references to officials and a timing window, though several names appear garbled.

Unclear text fragment about a Virginia event

Fragmentary OCR note mentions Mrs Clark guest and a party in Virginia with scattered phrases. Details are unreadable, names and places unclear, making precise summary difficult.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Monument Works Buba THE Loveworths Wilconburg A. EB. Sotina Suitsgoom Salvation Army Dick” Padden General Scott Pole Smith Lee Bennett Deid Tsie Si Iesus His Wells’ Orchestra Harmer Hecch Catholic College Armstrong Lad Associated Mess ID. A. Neel Simms Appen Taft George Wabingtint Associated Mrs. Clark Stedin A. Clarke Worthia Moe Harel Telatnt Uae Artim I
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