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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1907
Page
4
A readable fragment notes a continuation of a purported event at Clarkabu Mall. Names and exact actions are unclear, but reference is made to a "Bait Pong" game and a second position awarded to an entity labeled Sattar. Further details are obscured by OCR errors.
A Parkers Dispatch News commentary argues editors deserve state oversight akin to other professions. It compares editors to doctors lawyers and teachers, saying editors influence public intellect and safety and should prove competence before holding posts, warning against unqualified influence.
A fragment discusses editors in the Commonwealth, arguing beards as a symbol of qualification and public esteem. It suggests that establishing beard standards could reassure current editors and provide future editors a clear path to recognition and achievement.
A Telegram fan receipt notes the West Virginia Educational Directory published by the Department of Free Schools under State Superintendent Thos C Miller. The pamphlet lists faculties of state institutions, teachers in larger graded schools, boards of regents, and extensive information on school work. It is described as beautiful, useful, and well worth preserving.
A local paper argues McGraw did not knife Judge Dent in the Second district campaign and notes public opinion remains divided. It criticizes Judge Dent’s blame on Senator Elkins and calls the feud childish. The paper condemns Frank R. Moore for venomous attacks on the Telegram over a five dollar print fee and urges his removal for the public good.
A historical note recalls Owen McKinney’s call last year for reform within the Democratic Party leadership under McGraw in this state, marking a bold challenge to established command. The remark underscores factional tensions and calls for change within the party ranks.
The piece argues McGraw’s grip on the Democratic party in the state legislature is weakening while McEloney and allies push for reform. It praises Harrison County representatives and candidates A. K. Thorn and A. O. Ashburn, and endorses delegates Hart and Riblett as capable leaders, urging merchants to advertise to energize postholiday business.
Leach and his Three Rosebuds presented the popular musical comedy Girls Will Be Girls to an overflowing audience Monday night. The strong company, pretty chorus, fine scenery and costumes drew hearty laughter and warm applause.
The R. B. Kidd Collecting Agency offers prompt collection of scabants and tenta with contact from Room 12 in the Irwin building and a local telephone at 260.
A Latrobe Pennsylvania telegram reports Eva Tanguay suffered a nervous attack cancelling a show at the Latrobe theatre. Manager Showalter sought damages and attached the singer's private car. sheriff seized the vehicle until a settlement reduced Showalter’s claim to 75 dollars.
Mrs Ellen McGraw of East Pike street is reported to be improving nicely after a fall some time ago that caused a sore shoulder. Friends express relief at her steady recovery.
Those interested in the Far East are invited to Dr Forsythe medical missionary of the Southern Presbyterian church to speak at Central Presbyterian church in Chun su Korea Tuesday evening at 7 30 oclock the lecture promises rare insights into home life and character of this Hermit Nation admission free
A Lukens mine worker at Alt. Clare sustained multiple dental injuries after a mule kicked him Monday evening. He required medical treatment. The item appears in a fragmentary local notice with unrelated sales phrases attached.
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