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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1909
Page
7
Frank J. Welch of the Kabure Baseball Association announced a signed contract with Ferman Priepke of Marietta to join the Clarksburg team for the coming season. Priepke was recommended by Carl Hobbeell, a former coach of the local squad.
Washington Feb 28 reports Leonard W. Bowers-Erk named postmaster in regular appointment and John B. Houck assigned as rural carrier on Route 1 near Blackport, Virginia alongside posts in N Va district.
The committee reports improper uses of state funds by penitentiary officials during a Albany congress excursion. It notes directors overstated expenses, improper personal billing, and purchases tied to officers, with some actions condemned yet overall praise for management and efforts to recover overdue payments. Names include J. M. Jace, J. A. Bloyd, C. R. Haddox, and others connected to the West Virginia Clothing Company and Carey & Mullen.
A fragmented review notes several stage offerings and performers including Sherman Walle, Brak Deahioc, and Minn Wallace. It references productions such as Piggy Brom Paris Pride of Pilsen and a Night of Romance, with mention of Centra at York and a forthcoming Grapa show. The piece laments dwindling audiences and previews a quiet future for the Grapa venue.
Real estate price rise expected soon as demand for business and residential buildings grows. Listings include Glenn Elk Industrial, Adamston, Broad Oaks, North View, Kelly Hill, New Fair Ground, and vacant lots. Also inquiries for sale or rental near city center. If selling or renting, contact now.
A dramatic stage article notes a young man drawn into a power struggle with threats to his family name. The New York City production by Geaiors premiered under World-Milburn Co. and continues amid tense suspense as characters vie for influence and control within a feuding circle.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon for Mrs Hickman of Rik City Barbour county. She died Saturday morning at age 47 from heart disease. Burial followed at the Masonic cemetery beside her husband, Mr Kester, and daughter from New Vale Grounds Addition.
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