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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
1
Report details a fire at a building on Marcellus Road, with arson suspected after lawbreakers attacked the site. The blaze damaged the storefront and destroyed interior fittings, while neighbors helped contain the flames and prevent further spread. Firefighters battled the blaze. the estimated loss runs to thousands, with some structural elements saved.
Senator N B Scott has introduced legislation to pension Horace Doverier of West Virginia for Civil War service. Doverier enlisted at 19 with the 11th Virginia Regiment, serving with the Exploratory Company A and the 3rd Virginia, earning praise for many engagements and a notable field record.
The local community is urged to attend the grand lodge meeting in Washington, hosted by a local chapter of the World at Stereru. Officials encourage widespread participation at the Pythian hall as part of the event.
A fire at Baldwit theatre caused extensive damage to a historic building and disrupted business valued at about $250,000. Officials report efforts to secure funding and pass a federal bill through Congress to support recovery and renovation.
The report describes unusual behavior by J. W. Harris and an unnamed Kentucky native, with claims of strange conduct observed by Justice Camp. A witness described tense moments near a monument, a prayer, and a sudden detention as an approaching street crowd gathered.
A board of Kent Regents intends to meet to discuss the 200000 mile month report in Charleston. The governor will receive the completed report, with the meeting likely to finalize the duty and timing of completion.
A biographical sketch presents L. J. Forman of Grant county as a rising candidate for President of the next State Senate. Born January 7, 1895 in Preston county he grew from a farm background to public service. He served sixteen years as prosecuting attorney and eight years in the State Senate with chairmanships and committee work noted.
The county court resumed work on establishing more voting precincts in Clark and Coal districts with thirteen voting places planned for Clark district and seven new sites, including Daviston Run and Monticelo Schoolhouses. Amendments to artillery code and National Guard organization are debated to improve efficiency and secure federal aid, with emphasis on pay, drills, and adjutant general consolidation. The piece notes property administrations in Titus and Tavis estates and mentions visits by Baltimore resident W Kaight out.
A westward blizzard and intense cold sweep through the region with frigid winds and plunging temperatures. In Lynch's Miner a two year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs Samuel Davis, died at home Wednesday morning at 5. The funeral is set for Thursday at 3 with services and interment at Mount Cork.
Brown was today of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad Company, succeeding to a senior post as part of an executive reshuffle.
A fragment discusses a military organisation delaying maneuvers due to incompetent officers. The text mentions an indeterminate route and troops, with focus on leadership effectiveness and operational readiness during maneuvers. No clear dates or locations are provided in the readable portion.
Manager Trohlawen announces Henry W. Savage's Madame Butterfly at the Grand Opera House this month. Production features a 60-member chorus, 25-piece orchestra, with Adelaide Norwood and Ethel du Fre Houston leading, plus Henry Tylor and Ottley Cranston in principal roles. Further Telegram updates will confirm the date.
At a convention in Adameston Sedoel house the Raputives nominated a municipal ticket for tomorrow’s election. For Mayor John W. Wianaran. Recorder Harry Bohman. Council George Schutte Jon C. Biddie John M. Kinney L. Johnson and Barney Kiernan. Mevera Bkinner and Johnson listed as council nominees. Campaign committee translations by J. E. Borla D. W. Cur Set. Witliam Barth Frank J. Murephy Calder Wycker. Kile HO Rogers testified before the W P Camplem panel about a case brought by BM. A Nus haumard.
Morning session reports five felony indictments for illegal liquor sales carrying revolvers and assaults. Named defendants include Lewis Collins charged with thefts by associates and burglary of Hugh Lyon's house. Bertha Box with burglary. Victoria Hogsem and Earl Boxtale and William Jones linked to horse and turkey thefts. Sam Hike and August Yodki charged with sales and assault. Albert Crites as guilty party. Trope Natural Gas Company cited for destroying a public row. James Mino charged with revolver carrying. Ed Black and Det Partet named in connected cases.
John Henry Bett, a widely known figure in Marietta Ohio, died today. A longtime state official, he served with the secretary of state and held multiple positions of responsibility across the state.
Tin funeral held in Cumberland Missouri for Mr Phompaon Wickard brother of Mrs Criss. He died at his home on Centre Street. Service at the residence Monday afternoon at 2 30. Interment at Terman Lutheran cemetery. Cumberland Typographical Union members did not attend.
Warrants issued against Campbell and Ford for trespass after a dispute between A J Warner and the Natural Gas Company over wheat land. Campbell warrant served. Ford warrant not yet executed due to his absence. Miss Frances Henshaw of Capitan was in the city en route home from Salem after attending a meeting of the Industrial Home directors.
The West Virginia Fraternal Association at its first annual convention at the Waldo hotel urged the Legislature to repeal Senate Bill No. 25 now Chapter 32 of the acts from the extra session except for farmers mutual co operative fire insurance. The group asked for a substitute bill drafted by its executive committee and appointed a delegation to press the measure at the capital. Officers were reelected and Fairmont chosen for the next gathering with June 1 set as the date.
Wallage Bank stockholders elected a 11 member board including T J Parrish Omar W Swiger A J Ashcrett W D Smyth J A Meredith G W Shrader L W Pigott E Eatack Hugh Jarvis W R Han and Riley Yeater The bank reports gains with 1500 added to surplus and a 7 1 2 percent dividend slated The capital stock stood at 35000 with only 17500 paid in and excess applied to surplus Also William Delbridge of street takes a clerk post at Harrison Harrison firm
Prisoner Cline Jackson aided by accomplice Arunhard attempted an escape from the city lock-up. A four inch tool was used to pry a bar, enabling the pair to gain a memory through the bar by Wednesday.
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