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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1909
Page
1
A local trade board endorses a mutual benefit bond issue to improve water and sewer facilities in Clarksbury. The letter urges merchants and manufacturers to support the plan, arguing it will attract industry and prevent factory closures by ensuring adequate water supply and infrastructure.
A petition aims to influence ministers and local officials to support labor law changes. The plan centers on a public theme and upcoming events, focusing on workers in factories and public places. Schools receive special attention as preparations progress in the village.
The grand jury returned a verdict of not guilty just before 2 o clock this afternoon. Local courthouse records indicate the case involved Haing and an alleged offense. details remain sparse in this fragment.
The Independent Republicans in Columbus demand a legislature investigation into municipal affairs in Cincinnati. They call for an investigating committee to examine alleged mismanagement and urge the GOP to clean its own house.
Fragmented OCR text references delegates, a possible political session in Columbus, and mentions of appropriation for a project. Reads like a report on legislative or civic actions with unclear specifics. Main entities are Columbus and delegates. further details are obscured.
Archbishops from Rome relay a report from St. Pantey indicating a plan to reconsider the LORIAE matter. The communication outlines a potential review and indicates ongoing church deliberations.
Relatives announce the sudden death of Joseph F. Rapp formerly of Clarksburg. He died in a Washington hospital after an icy pavement fall. He was 62, son of J D Rapp and Virginia Rapp, with several siblings listed in the city. A funeral time will be announced later.
The annual election and installation of officers of the Central Trades Council was held last night in the Kiwanis Hall Glen Wink. Homer Martin was elected president Thomas McEwen vice president N. Groves secretary Henry Nething flame secretary W. Talkington treasurer George Walden L Korine Irnstern all members from city groups attended the well represented meeting.
A century old group confronts wage issues faced by a hundred boys and girls under the leadership of Grater S Hopkins. The fragment suggests organizational actions shaping their pay or status.
PITTSBURGH Pa January 13 B F Rinehart former cashier and president of the Farmers and Drovers National Bank of Waynesburg Pa was found guilty of wrecking the bank and was sentenced to fifteen years in the state penitentiary. Afterward Worley and Smith were given a hearing and held on bail of 2500 each. It was reported Rinehart will not appeal the case.
Richard TL Mackall appointed postmaster at McWhorter Morrison in West Virginia. Rural carriers named Palemont Monroe McVickers carrier IsaiG Prowafoot substitute Kronte No 7 Kingwood Edward C Orr carrier George W Rowinson Route No 4.
Delivers GE reports Simon Ogden a young colored man engaged in imexiary work in a county colony. He is described as possibly crazy and faces lunacy or greedings charges. He is under care and to be examined in Gordon's court on a Friday at 20 unless improvement appears. Kidd arrested him on Manitowite Avenue at neighbors' request after alarm over his actions. Captain Flowers of the Odd Fellows inspected.
At press time Friday the jury led the case against Tony Abraszino for felonious assault. Brack and Hood Thorn faced trial for assault with stones on Martin Meyers. Hazel Gates aged guilty to a misdemeanor and fined $25. William Harbert received a suspended sentence. Yodk was acquitted of assault on Jessie Savage. George A L Kyle’s case was dismissed.
Local window glass manufacturers returned from Columbe disappointed as the Johnson-Cane plan was abandoned and Johnson and Care plants withdrew. A committee was appointed to consider a proposal from the Jones and efforts to reorganize under Ubat will continue.
A fragment reports that on Monday night the general verdict praised a local amateur show in Clattaburg as perhaps the best ever seen there. The piece mentions an advance tale and ensemble, with chorus and comments.
A statement from Castro’s American allies charges New York partners and media outlets with prejudice against U.S. claims before the tribunal. The note accuses press articles of stalling adjudication to protect Castro-era property exploitation and notes Secretary Root’s stance amid department records supporting submission to arbitration.
Gorse Takington, aged 70, a prominent merchant, collapsed and died in his Wi lace store on Friday night from heart trouble. Survived by two children and several relatives, the report notes his first wife was Ming Harriott Halt and lists family members and associates in unclear succession. A wardenship appointment is hinted for a board meeting on Monday.
Robert L. Morgan, cashier of the Tulaédational bank of Friendly, pleaded guilty in U S court to the first of seventeen counts. He was sentenced to five years in the penitentiary at Moundaville. The plea admits making a false report and accounting to the comptroller of the United States.
President elect William H. Tat leaves Augusta for a two day trip to Atlanta. He plans to meet people in towns along the way and visit Athens and the State University. The journey ends with a reception by the Capital City Club in Atlanta, with a famed possum supper tonight in the auditorium.
The committee on naval affairs unanimously voted to recommend restoring the Marines to the Navy, opposing the President's position. The decision was announced in Washington, D. C., on June 15.
John Popp Mehl retires at home near Parkeesburg as he celebrates his hundredth birthday this week. He is reported as lively and healthy, enjoying meals and daily tasks.
The account describes President Washington’s strenuous journey by rail and horseback, the rough miles covered in three days, and his return to the Executive Mansion where he partook of hot meat and clothes were prepared, illustrating the demanding travel and daily routines of the era.
Erroneous text summarized as exonerations noted in county court proceedings. Names and figures appear garbled but indicate monetary values linked to individuals and properties, including sums like 1 236 and 6 060 dollars alongside names such as Jonathan Wolfcum.
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