New Glass Scale Adopted By Pennsylvania Makers
The Waldo hotel hosted a meeting of manufacturers from Southern Pennsylvania to approve a new glass and pigment price schedule. The scale sets double strength at 60 cents and narrow strength at 28 cents with various per-box adjustments. terms begin January 1901 and post-sale adjustments follow for 1902. The announcement notes the scale takes effect Saturday January 28 and references prior strikes and factory protests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glad
Woot
Pennsylvania
Waldo Hotel
Thirteen Charters Issued by Secretary of State
Seventeen charters are listed by state secretary of state including major concerns such as Tint ed Kansas Portland Cement and Morgantown Granite Works. The filings name incorporators and capitals with locations in Kansas West Virginia Ohio and Pennsylvania and reference related firms and individuals. The notices also mention party leadership changes in Indiana and campaign updates in the Republican state committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of State
Kansas
Ola
Kan
Worl
West Virginie
Sirporaton
George E. Nicholson
Han
ZF. Goshorn
L. L. Northup
Pala
Thread
Cleveland
Edwards Grannee
Pep
W.va. W
Neccamp
I Star Mining & St Wing Gw
Pittsburg
Ghlet Works
Lewis
Ark Coentes
Montana
Thian
A. Tim
W. Tetecet
J. A. McConnell
Uoley George C. Gritth
Pittuorg
Flotilla Neat Too Ty Aba Belated 21e00 Rio Banbrio
Belated report from Rio Banbrio on January 17 notes a naval flotilla near Cape Pirlo and mentions Leary overseeing a brief operation. Details are fragmentary and unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio “Banbrio
Cape Pirlo
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Takes Stand in Thaw Trial
In New York on January 17 the defense pressed its case as the Nesbit Thaw trial extended. Evelyn Nesbit Thaw was briefly summoned to testify but then withdrawn to allow other witnesses to proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aseociated Press
New York
Ne Wefense
Harry K. Thaw
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Willan M. Hudson elected president of Waynesburg College
Dr Willan Mestrezat Hudson of Clarksburg was unanimously chosen president at a Waynesburg College trustees meeting. Dr Jacob F Bucher was elected vice president and professor of biology. Hudson, 35, a 189% Waynesburg graduate with high honors, studied at Princeton and Princeton Theological Seminary and has served as pastor at First Presbyterian in Clarksburg for five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waynesburg
Waynesburg College
Willan Mestrezat Hudson
Clarksburg
Jacob F., Bucher
Hudson
Princeton University
Princeton ‘Theological Seminary
First Presbyterian Church
Governor Goes to Penitentiary For Barker Appeal
Governor Sheldon visited the Nebraska state penitentiary to listen to Frank Barker on a personal appeal as Barker faces a noon execution. Barker killed his brother and sister-in-law in 1904, with his attorney delaying the execution for years through technical pleas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Lincoln, Neb
Sheldon
State Penitentiary
Frank Barker
Barker
Stewart to Speak at Grand Opera House Clarksburg
Hon Oliver W Stewart of Chicago tours northern West Virginia delivering forceful speeches to packed crowds in Charlestown Montgomery Fayetteville Hackney Hinton and other towns. He comes to Clarksburg Sunday at 3 o clock for a free Grand Opera House event likely drawing large local interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver W. Stewart
Chicago
Nerthern
West Virginia
Charleston
Montgomery
Fayetteville
Stewart
Undefined assault case in Masse court
Jobe Sommers of PlanicKinmiex paid a 35 fine plus costs in Gordon's court for a makeup of assault. The warrant concerned a company intern at Penble Rientelc and appeared before the court after a prior event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobe Sommers
PlanicKinmiex
Gordon's
Garrett
Penble Rientelc
Garret
Woman from Boston Family Dies Jumping From Hotel Window
Mrs Bert M Sears, wealthy Boston socialite and St Reigs guest, leaped from the thirteenth floor of the Hotel St. Relgs in New York. Accompanied only by her maid, she left two children and was described as erratic amid long melancholy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herbert M. Sears
Boston
St. Relgs
Leary
Walsh jurors still out in Walsh trial
In Chicago on January 17 the jurors in the Walsh murder trial had not reached a verdict by noon, remaining silent 20 hours after the case was submitted to them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicag
Walsh
Meeting at Court House Discusses Municipal Ownership
A Madison group gathered at the courthouse drawing about 60 to 150 attendees. Dr M S Holt of Weston spoke on municipal ownership of gas and electric franchises and bonds for purchasing utility properties. Other speakers included Camden Sommers Charles M Gay lord M W Harmer D W Mc george and John J Davis as the meeting explored the Clarkburg Gaz and Electric Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suis
Court House
Thia
M. 8. Holt
Weston
Gas and Electric
Bus and Electric Company
Camden Sommers
Charles M.gaylord
M. W. Harmer
D. W. McGeorge
John J. Davis
Clarksburg Gaz & Electric Company
Interstate Commerce Commission questions directed to Hare riman
In a January 1764 decision Judge Hough of the United States Circuit Court ordered Hare riman to answer all questions from the Interstate Commerce Commission except those about the purchase of Pacific and Southern Pacific stock tied to the August 1906 dividend. Otto Kuhn of Kuhn, Ob & Co. was also ordered to respond to questions. Previously they had refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hareriman
Hough
United States Circuit Court
Interstate Commerce Communion
Thore
Walon Pacific
Southern Pacifie
Otto Kuhn
Woman shoots man in Delaware street incident
A man was shot today by a woman at a building on Delaware Street. The event occurred in a hallway area described as a blind or obscure entry. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware Street
Salem Window Company Then Votes to Sell Plant
At a Salem meeting of stockholders the window company voted unanimously to sell the factory for an undisclosed price. The Bol?gions company made an offer to buy the plant and the price was submitted to the directors, but negotiations are not yet complete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem Window? Glas Company
Salem
Bol
Gions
Tblgians
Body identified in Monongah mine disaster
A second body was recovered from Mine No 1 at Monongah last night. It was identified as Frank Vandetta, a 60 year old Italian immigrant and store owner near No 1 mine. The total dead recovered rises to 356 with more body parts expected as efforts continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monongah
Frank Vandetta
Vandetta
No. & Mine
Fairmont Normal Plans Summer Term at Fairmont
Dr. C J C Bennett of Fairmont Normal announces a summer term starting the second week of June after the regular term ends. The program includes instruction across school branches, training for teaching, and a series of lectures on methods of teaching and general educational work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairmont
C. J. C. Bennett
Fairmont Normal School
Jina
Paint and Powder Club Benefit Tops Thousand Dollars
The Paint and Powder Club benefit at the Fairmont Grand opera house on January 6 raised 1001 for the Mnongah relief fund as announced from the night’s receipts. The report notes such totals are rare for a single performance with few traveling shows reaching that level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairmont Grand Opera House
Mney
Miners Return to Work Across Elkhorn and Thacker Fields
More than two thousand miners returned to work this week in the Elkhorn and Thacker coal fields after a near two month idleness. Operators expect thousands more to be hired within ten days, restoring normal production. New Norfolk and Western train crews will be added to handle increased coal shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhors
Thacker
Norfotte
Western
Flaherty To Stand Trial For Street Car Strike
John Flaherty will be tried before Justice James N. Davia tomorrow afternoon on the charge of striking Ray Snider on a street car Tuesday night. The case centers on an alleged assault during a city transit incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Flaherty
James N. Davia
Ray Snider
Pope Pius IX struck by sudden gout attack in Rome
The pope has suffered a severe gout attack in Rome and has been treated by his physicians. Reports indicate his condition prompted doctors to take protective measures during the illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Italy
Pope Pina
Thaw's Mother Takes Stand in Thaw Trial
In New York on January 17, Mrs Wil ar Thaw was called to testify in the Thaw trial this afternoon as the proceedings continued.
Wheat and corn prices report from Chicago grain market
Chicago grain market report lists wheat at 1 106 3 1 and corn at 1 cate with January trading noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Grain Market
Tag Associates
Polcy
Chicago
Two Girls Die in Fire at Imperial Underwear Plant
A four story Imperial Underwear Company factory in Boranton Pa caught fire trapping about 200 workers. Florence Watroux died in the flames, Tart Buckley leaped from a fire escape and broke her neck. Seven others injured as they fled or jumped to escape the blaze. Loss is estimated at 75 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boranton
Imperial Underwear Company
Panio
Florence Watroux
Buckley
Burt
Fire Gutts Masonic Temple on North Charles Street
A fire gutted the Masonic Temple on North Charles Street. Loss estimated at 250000 dollars with extensive damage to the building. Authorities investigation underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Proan
Baltimore
Masonic Temple
North Charles Street
Defenge begins in Edwards in Edwards case
Circuit court convened Friday morning as Howard L. Cinnningham was reached in the Edwards case by the State Osmond Swartz with Davis & Davis was the next witness He testified about an effort to adjust a dispute between Waters and the company The State closed its testimony at 11 30 relying on item No 160 for 458 11 The defense moved to exclude Swartz testimony as based on confidential communications and urged a directed verdict Judge Lyneh adjourned for dinner and would rule at 1 20 o clock Merritt then testified for Edwards
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard L. Cinnningham
Howarda
Osmond Swartz
Davis
Wdwates
Sis
Swarts
Larely
Edwards
Davin & Tavix
Lygeh
Sludge Lynch
W. Guy Merritt
Taft Urges Six Year Completion Of Ocean Canal Plan
Secretary Taft told a Senate committee the inter oceanic canal project should be finished within six years from July and could cost about 300 million dollars including the purchase plan. He offered suggestions and expressed the option that the canal be completed in six years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama Canal
Taft
Washington, D.C
Warr Taft
Matton
Ballot Today As Senate Race Looms In Kentucky
Unclear dispatch reports a scheduled ballot day in Kentucky with expected voting for a state senate race. Polls open amid tense political climate as voters decide on key contenders and outcomes.
Federal troops to remain in Nevada for legislative force
President Roosevelt authorized federal troops to stay in Nevada for a reasonable period while the state legislature considers organizing a state police force to fulfill military functions. The move follows a request from Governor Sparks for steadying support during the transition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
US Associates
Washington, D. C
Jal
Roosevelt
Sparks
Nevada
Legislatura
West Virginia towns eyed for West Penn League merger
At a Pennsylvania Ohio and Maryland Baseball League meeting the towns of Fairmont and Clarksburg were discussed as potential additions to the West Penn League, threatening Washington Pennsylvania's status. If admitted only one town may join, with Fairmont and Clarksburg possibly consolidating into one club alternating home games. Washington faces a $200 debt and potential expulsion if not paid by next Monday night. Other league towns include Steubenville East Liverpool McKeesport Charleroi and Uniontown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Mayland
Wna
West Virginia
Fairmont
Clarksburg
West Penn League
Fhuminens
Thomas
Haymong
Washington
Rkaburg
Ieague Steubenville
East Liverpool
McKeesport
Charleroi
Uniontown
Revival Meetings Draw Deep Interest at Duff Street Church
Revival services at Duff Street United Brethren Church in the Stentey addition attract strong attention. The edifice is crowded as eight professions of faith are reported with several seekers still at the altar. Sermons by Rev. D. W. Cunningham and Rev. H. Waters energize the gatherings, with meetings continuing for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duff Street
Beethren
Stentey
Avery Weht
D. W. Cunningham
H. Waters
United Brethren Church
Aiddlebourne
Postmasters Appointed Across Counties
Washington reports postmasters appointed in multiple counties including Giatfo in Mer cer and Albert J. taster in Nima. A new post office opens at Flanizan in McDowell county with 8.4 White as appointing official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Giatfo
Mercer County
Albert J. Taster
Nima
Daddadee County
Albert
I. Garrett
Flanizan
McDowell County
White
Alex StoneStreet Stricken in Lyechburg
Mexander Stonestrent, a longtime resident of Lyechburg, was stricken with a heart condition several days ago and remains in precarious condition. Local reports note his prominence in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexander Stonestrent
Lyechburg
Jury Convicts in Trial of Ineol Case This Afternoon
Special to Telegram reports the jury found the defendant guilty this afternoon in the Ineol case. Court records indicate deliberations lasted several hours and led to a decisive verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prigippl
Jas
Teachers In Session At Cent. Clark Institute
Central Clark District teachers gathered at 6:00 am with thirty-five in attendance for an institute addressing attendance, compulsory laws, district supervision, salaries, and school efficiency. Notable instructors include L Wayman Ogden and Dr C J C Bennett with Prof W A Barbo and Mine Margaret Wynn as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cent. Clark
Clarkeburg
Trenty
L. Wayman Ogdén
Coal and Clark Dietriots
la Apt Ing
Waltaise Barbo
Vulgar Alty
A. Bear
Pennzylvania
C. J. C. Bennett
Fairmont State Normal School
Gra
Webh
Margaret
Wynn
Teachera of Coal and Clark Din Iricta
Glock
Schoplu
Chetr
Secura
Schapla
Williams
Torin
W. Harvey Catalah High School
W. A. Booor
Franke
Ibrar
Jesus A.W. Staruis
West Virginia
C. J.C. Bennett
Waller
Death Notices and Business Fragments From New York Area
The fragmentary text references the New York Life Insurance Company and a December payment receipt from Thomas A. Ewen, vice president, plus a baby death notice for Mrs. Jobe Lo Ky,m in Kayblick with a funeral held Friday afternoon. The material shows scattered notices and corporate payroll mentions from the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samiel Ro Bentiry
Jocaraugent
New York
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fori
Belobaing
Indianapolas
Ted
Jan
Republicns
Boon Oreaniona
James P. Good
Evelyn Thaw
DR. Hudson
Board of
Madg
Harriman
Kuhn
Salen Company
Frank Vendetta
Fairmont Normal
Flaherty
Pere Pius
Thaw
Wilar Thaw
Defenge
Gage
Lynch
Mollie
Francis M. Davis
Sycamore
C.faruba
Gus
Pittelrare
Vist
Retaasrn
Iy Unposisted Press
Frankfort
Jgie
Tho
Jenute
Tata
Alex, Stonestreet
Bill
Guily
Institute of All
Teachers of
Clark
Goalant
M. EB. Gordon
M. Keight
York Linn
Tate
Kabylick
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!