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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1903
Page
1
A burglar ransacked J E Hamilton's home in Punickinnick, taking about 700 dollars from a trunk before the theft was discovered when Hamilton returned from Ohio. 250 dollars in gold and nearly 700 in bills were missing. no clue is found and apprehension seems unlikely.
The ham taken from Frank A. Smith’s Main Street display about 7.20 last Saturday. Reed entered the store and bought sweet potatoes while Hopkins waited outside. Smith identified the youths to police after contacting residents on Monticello avenue, offering ten dollars for their appearance in police court. Hopkins boy remained at large. Reed was later questioned. neither suspect yet found.
The flooring contract for the Praido hotel is nearing award. Officials report the neighborhood project budget around 15,000 with sections partitioned by Pirin and other coin varieties.
A well dressed man rode the eastbound B and O passenger train No. 2 yesterday morning and asked the porter which city this was. He claimed to want to go to St Louis but learned he was on the wrong train toward Wash DC. Passengers questioned his story about Cincinnati and Clarkburg, and he finally stayed aboard and appeared set to head east regardless.
Rev L E Peters spoke at the Che opert House YMCA Sunday afternoon on What we see Shows what we are. The Ogden Lowen Whitehead and Yost quartet sang Steal Away with good effect. An orchestra, a new feature, drew praise and will be expanded as a permanent part of meetings.
Rev R J McDanel pastor of First Baptist starts a series of special meetings at the Wiest End schoolhouse. Meetings will be held every night throughout the week at 7 10 o'clock and may continue longer. Assisted by young ministerial students Ab Broadus Tnavivuve and others.
A persistent rumor claims the Jasper Y Moore property at Elk and Fourth may be optioned by Stephen B Elkins or other capitalists with speculation of a 680000 figure though the site is valued higher The rumor mentions possible new buildings and a big bank as well as railroad interest Col Moore denies the tale calling it hot air The property is described as desirable with a modern three story brick business block on a prime site
The Fairmont Coal Company announces a voluntary ten percent wage increase effective January 1 for miners across all plants. Pay per car for pick mined coal rises by fifty cents with adjustments for machine mined product and a ten percent boost for hundreds of day laborers, including drivers and trappers. The move rewards faithful workers and comes with improved car supply expectations from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, signaling a more prosperous period for Valley miners.
Enterprises approved for Sutton and surrounding counties include The Holly and Valley railroad company to build a line from the forks of Holly River to Sutton in Braxton County with capital 500, incorporators Brewster, Amos Bright, Kelley, Baxter, Hines. The Cox Brothers company of West Union is authorized to run a wholesale furniture store with capital 840,000, incorporators Shannon, Dotson, Parish, Cox, Carter. Valley Oil company of New Martinsville is chartered to engage in general oil business with capital 15,000, incorporators Lappert, Cummings, DeBolt, Morrison.
A literary event at Adamston Saturday drew over 400 residents to hear a debate on whether Adamston should incorporate. Speakers argued streets, school district independence, and police protection, with the affirmative winning the judges’ panel. Critics feared crime and the end of local traditions.
Stockholders of the Home Builders Building and Loan Association held their election Saturday night in the Secretary Camden Sommers's office on Main street. Commissioners Wilbur E. Hursey and Eustace Lyons oversaw the election. Directors chosen for the ensuing year are Dr. Fleming Howell, Dr. D. P. Morgan, Camden Sommers, Cecil H. Towles, and Jobo B. Smith.
A fragmented notice notes Lee Guy presenting a cared for lily plant this morning. The item, labeled publicly as a spirit of community, was nurtured diligently until it blossomed, though details remain unclear due to the damaged text.
The will of the late Marcellus M Thompson was filed in the county clerk office for probate. It named an executrix to manage the estate and provide education funds for two heirs, with $500 each at age 21. Administrators and appraisers were appointed and began duties.
A Saturday afternoon event at Peeta school featured a large attendance for a Junior Order of Called American Mechanics ceremony. Speakers including Mr. Snatter, FW. CunnOingham, and Squire J. W. Fee delivered remarks while the audience heard Bible readings and exhibited interest in the program.
The Game Season ended December 20 and justices may pursue legal action against attorneys for disregarding the law, bringing them into court on charges.
In the Grass Run district United States Oil and Company reports sustained gains with Willamters No. 2 and related wells producing near 1000 barrels daily while others show varied results in nearby fields. The South Penn and related operators push through strong activity amid tax and production shifts.
Tarry J Drummond appointed foreman at Koblegard Shyar factory succeeding Fred AL Powall who resigned last Friday. Drummond pledged to take charge this morning and is described as a valuable man with 18 years’ service.
Rev Theodore I Gardiner president of Satern College reports the winter term at the college will resume tomorrow in Salem. Attendance this term is the largest in the institution's history, a sign of strong student interest and institutional strength.
A newly called pastor preached at the First Presbyterian Church yesterday. He addressed the congregation with a message condemning enemy acts and urging life, highlighting the ministry’s dedication to faith and community.
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