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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1906

Page

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Smith replaces Wood in Huntington theater role

In Huntington, Augustine Smith succeeds Warren Wood as principal tenor in the Parvenas company. Wood resigns after a presentation at Clarksburg and Smith, a well known local tenor, takes over the role amid praise for his voice and stage presence.

Huntington Sowin Warren Wood Cnet Parvenas Ebintington Wating Wesneslay Wood Augustine Smith Clarksburg Smith

Black Hand threats and raids reported amid Calabria tensions

The article details fear and rumors of Black Hand activity involving Calabrese and Italian suspects in a wave of depredations. It describes masked men, searches at Traders hotel, and authorities tracking alleged Italian crime networks amid intense local tension and warnings from lawmen.

Donineck Traders Wien Black Land Calabria Tows Tomas Vulla Mhuljin

Mrs Highland Li Entertains at the Mire High Home

Mrs Highland Li hosted a stylish afternoon gathering at her home in Mire West Virginia. Guests included Mrs Griffith and Mrs Joneriths. activities featured games, a prize drawing, and refreshments as the group socialized and admired hostess hospitality.

F. High John Brown Trent

Sunday Services Held at Court House

A local notice announces Sunday services at the courthouse. Reverend Linkiter from the Mission of the Ethan Church will arrive in the city and speak tomorrow at 10:30 AM.

Court House Tome Ethan Church Amd Shifeonet

Luncheon Honors Local Residents at Webster Street Event

A luncheon served a delightful surprise on Webster Street in Mrs. his home as cheers arose for Wing and others. Attendees included Baral, Men, Altizer, Wire Golf, Mer, Chee, Lamers, Net Been, and several neighbors.

Mra Webster Street Baral Altizer

Robinson wins judgment against Union Central for 7500 dollars

Robert Robinson obtained a 7500 dollar judgment in U S District Court against the Union Central Life Insurance Company after eight years of libelation. The case involved 5000 principal and 2500 interest on a policy tied to Robinson's father and died before the passer was delivered. The company claimed it was not hinted by the agent.

Associated Piss Milani Robert Robinson United States District Court Igaiet Union Central Lita Tesharice Company Robinso Robinson Empany

Court House Busy As Clerk Sifts Marriages And Appointments

A county clerk’s office buzzed with activity on Saturday listing marriages for John H Cunningham with Finnie I Uiery Rey S Owens wiki M Thomas and others plus officials qualifying road surveyors in multiple districts. Officials named include William T Peppers Wilke district F W W Trolinson A Hardesty Eagle district and others.

Fle Fye John H. Cunninghan Finnie I. Uiery Rey S. Owens Wiki M. Thomas Frederick

False Alarm Fire Reaches Mulberey Residence Scene

A false alarm fire was reported today at the Mulberey residence on W. 1. Lewis? The dispatch responded promptly but no damage or evidence of fire was found. Firefighters swung into action and secured the area amid uncertain witnesses.

Silfle Lewis Mulberey France

Unclear OCR Notice From Local Gazette

Fragmentary text appears under auspices of a women’s organization with references to Mo Virginia January events. Readable items include a bake treat and a vague time indication, but many names and specifics are garbled and cannot be confirmed.

Mrs Corbly Dies After Hospital Operation in Baltimore

Mrs. J. O. Corbly wife of Marshall College Huntington head Prof Corbly died Friday at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore after an operation. She was 44 married about fifteen years no children survived. Funeral Sunday afternoon at Huntington. Corbly led Marshall College growth from about two hundred to eight hundred students during his tenure.

J. OT. Corbly Profesor Corbly Marshall College of Huntington Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore Mit Corbly Carly Wille Carhy Huntington New Cumberland University of Nashville West Virginia Tavenal Curly Clarksburg Broaddus

Purinton Talks of Ethics at University Forum

Dr. Purinton, president of the State University, spoke Friday evening on ethics. He urged that his remarks guide teachers and others in educational work and defended the need for ethics as the basis of instruction. The address used questions and demonstrations to illustrate the theories discussed and engaged the audience in the lively exchange.

Pureinton State University Purinton

Carrie Nation Has A Revival

James Resenturg, acting in support of his son, caused a disturbance at TrwtangeO on January 20. He allegedly entered William Truby's salon at night and destroyed several hundred dollars of property, leading to his arrest.

Trwtangeo James Resenturg William ‘Truby Thielou

Colored Woman Paralyzed

A misread fragment reports Charlote Harris of an Ogilen family in Shinoe mo and an injury described as paralysis. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR and missing dates or places.

Charlote Harris

Emmanuel Leaves Town After Traveling Show Ends

Victor Etumann plans to join his brother Te as the two left the moving picture scene. The departure followed illness among musicians who had supported Emmanuel, a trombonist who joined Crow's orchestra. Items taken include a cornet, trombone, jewelry, $14 in cash, and a diamond pin. Police in several cities are alerted and are seeking Emmanuel, who may be in Clarkeburg, West Virginia.

Victor Etumann Emminsitiel Crow Mr. Emmanuel Mike Cohen Williard Fairmont Bom Joseph Cohen Mie Poliot Emmanuel Clarkeburg

Wfferty Goes to Bluefield

Architect B C Tafferty tied up in a brief note about temporary roaming in Bluefield to address energy contracts. Holmboe and Lafferty, architects in Salem, were appointed by Trownoks County supervisors and town council to draft plans for a large new jail and sheriff’s residence.

B.C. Tafferty Holmboe & Lafferty eTwve Salem Trownoks County

Federal laws bind coal companies in interstate cases

Parkersburg West Virginia court records show Fulmer Coal Company pursuing action against Morgantown and Kingwood Railroad. Senator Elkins is listed as principal owner. The defendant argued no interstate commerce law applies as shipment does not cross state lines. The United States court held that delivering freight to points beyond state boundaries incurs interstate commerce restrictions.

Parkersburg W. Va Fulmer Coal Company Morgantown & Kingwood Railroad Company Elkins Con United Lof

Curtin Company millman Adams retires long service

A letter to Mr. Hewe Lette notes Adams holds a longtime position as mill union at Curtin Company plant in Curtin icholas counts. Blent states Curtin is the most remote place he has visited in his many travels.

Adams Mill Monian See Curtin Company Curtin Icholas Hewe Lette Baie Tikes Blent

Colorado relatives notified of Z BP Goodwin serious illness

Relatives in Colorado have been informed of Z BP Goodwin's serious illness and current condition. Additional details were not disclosed.

Z BP Goodwin iMnes Colorado

Child Habeas Corpus Granted In Wheeling Case

Judge Tyngh denied a writ for Reed age 11 at 4 p.m. Friday due to inadequate papers. Mrs Mattie Teed, Reed’s custodian, was accused of unfitness and mistreatment. Judge Lynes granted the writ Saturday noon. the sheriff executed it the afternoon, delivering the child to Stout for transfer to the State Humane Society in Wheeling.

Himane Bob Stout Charles Y W. Tyngh Ay Reed Idter S Mattie Teed

Jewels Stolen From Hotel Breslin Apartments

Charles Menter of Cincinnati reports jewelry valued at 1250 dollars stolen from his wife at the Hotel Breslin. Mrs Menter was hosting a party in their apartments when she and a live band left for a walk, leaving jewels unattended.

Associated Presa Neve York Charles Menter Cincinnati Ohio Menter Kall Jowple Breslin

Rumor of Illness Report Sparks Local Outcry

In Wilsonburg residents denounce a false report claiming widespread illness among schol children. The article notes the rumor was started by a patron seeking to avoid sending children to school and emphasizes the report was entirely fabricated.

Daetors Wilibirg Echoe Huis Chihdeert Bert

Waldo Gongert Presents A Walt Starray Concert Program

The following concert is slated at the Walt Stanlay venue with Wells Orchestra led by Emil Walters. Selections include My Tilinoid, Sweet Recollections, Overtntes Armoricue, Interviecto von Tilger, Eugenia Waltz, Piques Dame Seppe, and a Broadway medley. 200 Sea and Korg.

Walt Stanlay Oy Wells Orchestra Emsil Walters Seppe Steven Fodtie Sea Korg

Typhoid Sickness Delays County Clerk Deputy

Deputy County Clerk W. Guy Tots tick is ill with typhoid fever and expected to resume duties in a few weeks. He remains under medical care and well regarded by his colleagues and friends.

W. Guy Totstick Boe Terprise Jewin

Gans Beats Sullivan In San Francisco Bout

Gans defeats Sullivan by knockout in the fifteenth round at a San Francisco venue on January 2. The stoppage ends Sullivan weight ambitions as both fighters exchange power blows and finish with Gans holding the upper hand.

San Francis Cal Jovans Toin Sullivan Br Rt Salli

Unknown visitor murders banker in West Farmington

In West Farmington, R. K. Lewis a wealthy banker and farmer was found murdered last night. An unknown man visited Lewis in a carriage, tied him, and injured him with fire and oil. The killer fled. authorities search for the stranger.

Warren West Farmington R. K. Lewis Lawie Likin Lewis

B and C Passes May Renewal Reported

President Oscar Murray returned to Baltimore offices after a West travel. Rail officials, including Moore of the Baltimore and Ohio, discuss his objections to free transportation and possible reaction to the policy change. Cassatt and Graine figures cited in Cincinnati and Baltimore meetings.

Oscar Murray Hunt Springs Pointe General Baltimore Moore Baltimore & Obie Murray Alt Cassatt Cincinnati Graine Southwestern Penneylvania Provident

Miss Annan Hosts Attentive Evening Reception

On Friday evening at the home of Ms Annan on Sixth Street in Mars, Miss Annan entertained guests including Mrs Zaraha Mrs Crera and Prof. E Walls and Mr Phillips. The event featured a repertoire by Wagner Schubert Brahms Scharwenka De Beriot and a noted piano interpretation by Miss Cara Athinge. Guests praised the performance and toast, with a measured ceremonial air and remarks on artistic excellence.

Mx O24 Annan Mars Mar Annan Zaraha Mies Crera E-Wallere Ale LieWy Phillips Wagner Schuhort Braga Scharwenka de Beriot Phillipe Phillips Indilen

Robinson speaks on Fellows duty at Morgantéwa

The university addresses Fellows duties at Morgantéwa, outlining expectations and responsibilities for members of the academic community. Details emphasize service, scholarship, and adherence to institutional guidelines amid ongoing discussions.

the University Morgantéwa Béld Emeker

City Council Proceedings Mention Road and Utility Actions

City council discusses paving and patrolling matters including 500 feet of pipe line and 1200 feet of wire for the fire department, approval for a joint at Elk Creek maybar, and compensation claims. Officials McAndrew Kearns Ander Cork Hosa Gott Johnson Smith attend. readings dispensed.

Clarkeburg McAndrew Nance Orwin Charles Andinlince Counmeittee Patos Scadtion i Pmayor Cily Ion Ani Kearns Ander Cork Hosa Gott Johnson and Smith

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