West Virginia Legislature Faces Deadlock as Republicans Boycott Senate
In Charisometion West Virginia fifteen Republicans skip the Senate session causing an equal blockage by Democrats. The House assembles with C. M. Wetzel named speaker and other officers elected, while the Senate stalls awaiting seating contests and a potential shift in control.
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West Virginia
Glasscock
Republi
Senate
United States
Bente
Belh
House
C.M. Wetzel
Jefferson County
M. Mi Neely
Fairmon
Net Woods
Kanu Whirtiounty
Wis Meade
Lemmon
Tinleigh
Dwelling Fire Damages ten Room Frame on Croadway
Fire damaged a ten room frame residence on Croadway in the Industrial addition owned by J F Halley and occupied by his family. Loss valued around 3500 to 600 with repairs and smoke and water damage throughout the lower floor and upstairs. Volunteers prevented total destruction. fire started under a stairway and spread between plaster and sheeting.
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Croadway
J F. Halley
Hhw
Boulrce
Mlamios
Officers Installed at Adelphia Lodge Last Night
Madison Mines serves as noble grand with J M Johnson as vice grand and C A Flowers as treasurer. A Fred Wagner acts as secretary as officers were installed by the Adelphia Judge of Odd Fellows.
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Madison Mines
Noble Grand
J. M. Johnson
Vice Grand
C. A. Flowers
Reasuvar
A. Fred Wagner Serratory
Adelphia
Oud
Davis Elkins May Have Long Senate Career
Washington reports on the appointment of Davis Elkins by Governor Glanscock to fill a temporary vacancy after the death of Senator Ellkins's father. Friends believe Elkins could gain leadership prestige and be a strong Republican aspirant for the Senate in two years, with patronage and future influence at stake. Miss Helv J Lyons, with grandfather J N Wilkinson, visited from Bridgeport on Wednesday.
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Washington
D. C
Davi Vancine
Hull
Glanscock
Senate
Tatienns
Stephen BP. Ellkins
Elkins
de Gay
Stephen B. Elkins
Scott
Maret
Davis
Tavis Tellus
Awhile Govermar
David Elkins
Avoitanes
Virginie
Eekiss
Advangenents
Jookud Pan
Kins
Repubican
Traction Company Reports Record 1910 Earnings Rise
The Fairmont and Clarkaburg Traction Company released its 1910 earnings showing a rise in gross income to 607 575 75 from 429 261 44 in 1909. Net earnings increased to 221 215 58 while operating expenses reached 416 119 153 and fixed charges 149 308 72 for the year ending December 31 1910.
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Fairmont and Clarkaburg Traction Company
Weleve South
Pugh Nbl
Death of Mrs. Coplin Widely Known Philadelphia Doctor’s Wife
Mrs. Coplin wife of Dr W M J Coplin a noted Philadelphia physician and Jefferson Medical College pathology chair died Wednesday morning in Nordone Philadelphia after a prolonged illness Her two daughters Miss Martha 22 and Miss Effie 18 survive The family home is in Philadelphia with funeral arrangements pending local friends here mourn her loss
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Birs
Belle Copsin
W. M. J.ate Coplin
Clarksburg
Nordone
Philadelphia
Copiin
Jefferson Medical College
Martha
Effie
Coplin
Pennsylvania
Crowds Pack Courthouse as Poison Trial Resumes
Curiosity and fear mingle as the large crowd gathers for the continuing examination of Dr. Frank de Tupp in the Mustard poison case. Marie Worth Schenk and Mex Layer face charges, with testimony from yesterday appearing less dramatic than today’s proceeding.
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Dan L
Mutretmien
Mex
Marie Worth Schenk
Yeaterday
Frank de Tupp
Mrs Wann and Family Move to City for Permanent Home
Mrs W M Wann and three children arrive from Philipps this evening to join her husband M A W Wann of the Wallstamford Company. Wann has decided to make the city his permanent home.
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W. M Wann
Philipps
M.A W. Wann
the Wallstamford Company
Mr Wann
Will Roetoe
Divorce Granted in Iainsas City Court
A divorce was granted last night in Iainsas City Circuit Court. The decree dissolved the marriage between Sella and Jesse I James. The action completes the formal separation ordered in the case.
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Iainsas
Tun
Sella
Tames
Jesse I James
Don Ie Dese
Bomb Found in Vestibule At Judge Owens Home
A dynamite bomb was found this morning in the vestibule of the home of County Judge Jos E Owens, recently elected on the Democratic ticket. The device appeared to have been fired, leaving it burned out.
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Chicago
Tad
Jos E. Owens
Trunick Family Mourns Death in North District
The little son of Mr and Mrs W. FE Trunick of North view died Wednesday morning at 9. Dr J W Platt is ill in a local hospital. Funeral arrangements are uncertain as the Army and Seranda trees referenced in the text appear unclear.
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Elmer
W. FE. Trunick
North, View
J. W. Platt
Aospital
Army
Wade
Seranda
S. and D. Laundry Company Elects Officers
Annual meeting reports show satisfactory patronage for the year. Harry M. Brown John H. Clifford William Osborn James J. Connell and William A. Harrington were elected directors for the ensuing year. Harrington named president Clifford vice president Connell treasurer and Harrington also secretary and manager Harley Westfall named secretary and manager.
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S. and D. Laundry Company
Harry M. Brown
John H. Clifford
William @. Osborn
James J. Connell
William A. Harrington
Harrington
Clifford
Connell
Harley Westfall
Largest Life Insurance Ad Sheds Light On Top Company
The Daily Tilegram highlights Samuel Ti Vertes of New York Life Insurance Company in a special report about the world’s largest life insurance business. The piece notes policy holders and interested parties, with other details teased in the advertisement.
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Tilegram
Samuel Ti
New York Life Insurance Company
Wall
High Court Weighs Sherman Case Against Standard Oil
Historic antitrust action in which the United States argues that the Standard Oil Company and affiliates violated the Sherman act by forming a monopoly. The case traces the evolution from combinations to trusts and holding companies, with key figures including John D. Rockefeller and Henry Flagler named as defendants. The circuit court enjoined the holding company and its subsidiaries from interstate dealings and dividends, noting Standard Oil produced over a tenth of U.S. crude oil.
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Washington
Standard
Oil Organization
Ghewit Court
United States
Department x Tethys
Lin
Periicipal Corporation
Standard Ol! Company
New Jersey
Unie Cits
Turin
Coe
Standard Oil « Company of
American Tobacco Company
John di
Rockefeller
Wiliam Rockefeller
Henry M. Plagler
Henry H. Rogers
John D. Archbold
Olver H. Payne
Chayley M. Pratt
Lowe
Almut
Rockefellers
Fingler
Stadard Oil Company
Standard ,Oil Company
Recyee
Ronpantee
Million Dollar Blaze Destroys Chamber of Commerce Building
A fire at the Chamber of Commerce building in Cincinnati last night caused a million dollar blaze. Dozens injured, several missing, as flames engulfed the seven story structure housing the Chamber and multiple offices. Firemen reported an explosion of dust as the fire leveled the building and investigators searched the ruins for missing workers.
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Chloisnath
Vian
Ste
Fen
Chamber St Commerce
Eigee
Greeus
Areac Maranan
Pabrdentis
Warly and Daniels
Orides
Ribbard
Harry ‘Lealle
Pred Selm
Chris Maite
Theuilding
Charlés Steeman
Walter
Chamber of Commerce
Busnes
Loulavillé and Nashville Railroad
Idtehens
Court Proceedings Report From Virginia Central District
A chaotic docket lists various court actions and verdicts including a verdict for 100 dollars against George Twenhart, a judgment for 47 AI in favor of the plaintiff, and other cases involving Thomiger, Nutter, Row, Taylor, John A. Tierney, and Meordite. References to the Central Virginia area and railway company actions are noted along with a scheduled Wednesday session and mentions of several named individuals and firms.
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Firormere Blyen
Lyyd
Alfo
Dinaldo
Thomiger
Nutter
Row
Taylor
John A. Tierney
Akragd
Tuchmeht
IBM Square
Jackson
Ingkaddin
A. Thomas Agdinet
Joseph J. Bjwell
Weston
Binatel, Vall Way Company
Neanee
Weal
Central “Agricutteal
Cage
Tha’ Clarkehire and Weaten Blestine Railway Company
Deaty
Hurl Thompson
George E. Prine
SnecHapron Country Coat Company
Sile
Wallavs Jotto
Browns Creek Oil and Gas Company Holds Annual Election
The Browns Creek Oil and Gas Company of this city held its annual election. Dr J B Smith was chosen president, SH Davisy an vice president, B Prunty secretary, Will H Cole treasurer, with Dr Smith HV Varner Mr Prilaty Mr Davisson and Mr Cole named as directors. The firm owns city acres at Mount Clare developing oil and gas with first well down about 600 feet.
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Browns Creek Ol & Gas Company
J. B. Smithe
SH. Davisyan
B. Prunty
Will H. Cole
Dr. Smith
Hv, Varner
Prilaty
Davisson
Mr. Cole
Mount Clare
Meyers Funeral Extends City Elks Rites
Patrick W. Shields, grand tiler of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks, resigned Wednesday. Funeral services for William G. Meyers, Phila Lodge No. 2 member and past grand exalted ruler, were held Tuesday at 3:30 PM with grand lodge officers present. Interment followed at Chilton Hills Cemetery. Meyers served as grand exalted ruler in 1995-6 and was known as the original Hello Bi.
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Patrick W. Shields
Benevolent Protective Order of Elks
Stand Lodge
Wiliams G. Meyers
Phila|daipia Lodge
Grand Lodge
Chilton Hills
Meyers
Langford Beats Jeannette in Prominent Bout Tell Here
Sam Langford defeated Joe Jeannette in a notable bout in Boston on January 11. Langford led every round except one and dropped Jeannette for an eight count in the final moments of the match.
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Boston
Mags
Sam Langford
Joe Jeannette
Langford
Jéannette
Father Fined for Delinquency in Sending Son to Public School
Devore Wigner a miller from Northview was fined $2 and costs in Justice Samuel W. Gordon's court for delaying sending his twelve year old son Ralph to a public school in violation of the compulsory school law. He paid the fine and costs.
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Devore Wigner
Northview
Samuel W. Gordon
Ralph
Parkersburg man buys Harrison County Herald weekly
Robert Morris of Parkersburg buys the Harrison County Herald, a two weekly publication. He takes possession next Monday after purchasing the former News property and assets from Wade Coffman.
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Robert Morris
Parkersburg
Harrison County
Maulsey Veteran John Swisher Dies at Home
John W. Swisher, a respected Marion county resident and veteran, died at his home on Hickn’t Run at about 8 a.m. He was onetime member of Abe.
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Fairmont
John W. Swisher
Marion County
Abe
West Virginia Bank Sows Shakeup At Annual Meeting
An annual meeting of the bank’s holders reveals a reorganization at the top with new officers and directors including Alexandar Thifl, David Dean, R. A. Haypun, Jott, Charles M Hart, and George Ly Dino. The session highlights a notably young factor among the directors as the bank seeks stability and renewed leadership.
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Virgil
Thy
Alexandar Thifl
David
Dean
R.A
Haypun
Dre Jott
Charles M, Hart
Alaears
George Ly
Dino
Tank i
Duncan Pod Renard
Alarian
Sara
Griffin Aeelntank Trahier
Teller
Franke
Hingilthy
Reeper
Senate aide changes after Senator Elkins death
Col George F Snyder remains private secretary to Senator Elkins. John W Fenton and others in the office will keep their jobs for now. a reorganization is possible but not immediate. The piece notes continuity in the Senate Interstate Commerce committee staff and mentions Mrs H F Smith returning home.
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Washingdon
D.C
George F. Snyder
Bony Etting
Lata
Mikine
John W. Fenton
Co. Snydes le
Senate Committee ‘On Interstate Commerce
Eiking
Davis Elkins
Several Arrests Reported in City Scuffle
A brief police action today led to multiple arrests near the downtown corner. Authorities described a chaotic scene with several individuals detained for disorderly conduct and resisting officers as tensions flared during a street gathering.
Hornets Guns New Oruenss In Honduran Dispatch
Fragmented wartime dispatch from Ceiba Honduras describes troops advancing and hornet based artillery activity amid unclear retreat movements. The report notes reinforcements and shifting positions near the coast with no decisive outcome.
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Ceiba
Honduras
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Helv J Lyons
J. N. Wilkinson
Bridgeport
MA. Coplin
Schenk
DR. Pigott Th
Hite Insurance Nsiness
Tetd Aout
Cincinnat
Circuit Courts
West Werwtinla
Haying
Seatuseay
Mr Wit Ly
Brows Creek
Buys Herald
Maulsey
West Virgin
SOM
H. F. Smith
Soveral
Bayar
Hornet
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