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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
1
Snow sweeps East with heavy drifts in city streets and harbor basins. Unimproved roads trap travellers, delay steamers, and hinder homeless workers as a severe storm blankets New England and New Jersey, with ships grounded near Willet’s Point and East River.
A sixth suspect, DUG SEHONG ALOO, has been arrested and jailed in connection with the early Wednesday City Market burglary. A warrant existed for Sehon as the others await hearings on breaking into the meat market and stealing $21. A visitor from Weston, A.B. Whiting, was in town during the events.
Portland city hall and adjacent offices and building housing supreme, judicial, and municipal courts were destroyed by fire. Loss pegged at 1.0 million dollars while the destruction of records and papers in the deeds registry is noted as not included.
Six men await trial in Magistrate Gordon's court on charges of stealing brass machinery from the Coca Cola bottling plant on North Fourth street Glen Elk. Arrested Thursday by Constable J Worthy Schrader and others, they allegedly carried brass heads worth about 75 dollars each, salvaged from a fire damaged factory.
Thursday night the Queen Iether Chapter No 12 of the Order of the Eastern Star admitted four members after knowledge of the five degrees. The quartet includes Rev James F Plummer rector of Christ Church Farmakle a Pittsburg and Cumberland store owner and Mr and Mrs Lisle White of Adamston former well town residents. Plummer and Farmakis recently became Red Cross Knights and now bear the order likely sacred obligations. The chapter prides itself on adding a clergyman to its membership.
The article invites attendees to bring thoughtful input to the Chris tan Endeavor prayer meeting at the Baptist church tonight at 7 o clock. It asks if the topic is wise and important and encourages sharing a best thought on the nation in the making and personal role in it.
Two men, John Gaver and Joseph C Kosta, were fined for drunkenness during the regular millee court session led by Mayor Crile. They were returned to custody briefly before being released after posting fines.
The Thaw trial was postponed until Monday because three physicians and a nurse who treated Thaw in Europe did not arrive. A snow storm delayed their steamer from docking, causing the absence of the witnesses for the defense.
William R Leachman aged about 80, long known cattle buyer, died at his home near Lubeck Parkersburg after paralysis. Born in Wirt county, he moved here early and lived locally. Survived by children Mrs Andrew Helstey Mrs A L Williamson Charles Leachman Clarksburg Mattie Nettie Dixie Leachman.
Two major contracts for the upcoming circus in Clarksburg were awarded. G. M. West of Glen Elk will arrange shipment of hay grain and feed for horses and other animals. John P. Gandy secured the meat contract for the man eating tigers and the Wind Man of Borneo, planning Chicago packing-house visits for transport.
John Martin, a Black individual, pleaded not guilty in polles court to charges of noise disturbance and tumult at the Grand Opera House two or three nights prior. Hearing continued until Saturday morning due to missing witnesses.
The two year old child of Mr and Mrs Carnie Vin Mihalik of Columbian Mines died early Friday after illness. The infant, Andy Buhank, was laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery after funeral rites held at the family home. Burial followed in the local cemetery as mourners gathered Thursday.
A major blaze in Baltimore at the northeast corner of Holiday and Saratoga injured many and killed four firemen as the northern wall collapsed. Lieutenant Frederick Harmon and four members of Engine Company No. 4 were recovered beneath the burning wall while Chief Horton suffered critical injuries. The fire, driven by a northwest wind, endangered several older structures including a four story rear building housing the 8. By Rhoda Son Company, with fifteen firefighters reported injured and hope fading for Chief Horton.
Cecil Harter faced a grand jury indictment for felony theft after allegedly stealing 90 dollars from a Greek man at the Manhattan. Discovered before morning, 25 dollars was recovered in his shop and the rest vanished in an umbrella. In circuit court he pleaded guilty to petit larceny and was sentenced to 20 days in jail.
Rumors from Associated Press report no new developments in the abortive attempt two nights ago to overthrow the monarchy in Portugal. Sources say the public tension remains high as authorities monitor the situation.
A worker at Monongah’s abandoned mine shaft uncovered a heart wedged in a crevice several days after the explosion. Report says the heart appeared positioned as if a victim’s body was dismembered by the blast, with the heart seemingly held by a root. Authorities describe the discovery as a grim, tragic remnant of the disaster.
The text notes a scheduled payday in December for workers at Fairmont and other companies. It mentions a Barintay event and a government action on December 6. Details are garbled, but the overall note concerns wage payments and a related official date.
Walter Henry, an attendant at Weston asylum, brought Palat and John J. Horn to Valemont on Thursday night. Palat, delusional about a fortune from a Philadelphia uncle’s death, claimed varying sums of wealth each time he spoke, alarming authorities with his inconsistent tales.
Arrangements are made for a recital at Grand Opera House on February 6 by Mr Edith Rowland Colter of Pittsburg and Madame Rowland Davies of Pittsburg. Davies, a former pupil at London's Royal Conservatory, sang before King Edward. The event, under Chilat ian church music, marks a notable musical occasion in Clarksburg this season.
The secretary of state's charter office saw only two new corporations approved in the latest period. Adams & Walcott Company will operate a general store in Huntington with 5000 authorized capital, 500 subscribed, 50 paid in. Incorporators include WD Adams and L A Walcott among Huntington residents. Pittsburg-Arkansas Chamber Company plans a Pittsburg office with works in Arkansas, 200000 authorized capital. Incorporators include J M Retnap and B A Casey of Pittsburg, J M Rain of Avatom, J M Motherney of Allegheny, and WM J Gannon of Sewickly.
A business delegation from Phillips Sheet Tin and Plate Company visits the local plant. Led by vice president W. M. Sidridge, with Thomas Ramedell and Col. H. L. Payne, the group toured with EK Wolf, the general manager. They departed New York City in the evening.
Jan 24 fire at Kings vicinity destroyed the Bl 2 Moore Milline Companys mill and damaged a surrounding wall. Murky wording limits specifics but reports a serious blaze and minor injuries with limited trailing details.
Washington report states the President is exercised over Judge Dayton of West Virginia and his order restraining United Mine Workers while miners confer on a proposed strike. The White House discussed the matter with the President reportedly voicing strong disapproval. Judge Carlon was appointed by President Roosevelt and the Attorney General is to investigate and report on the case.
In Mima Ohio on June 34 Associated Press reports Prosecutor Welty of Allen County will move to restrain the board of elections from spending money for Republican state primaries citing no import question raised by Prosecutor Webber of Franklin County.
Charley Fedora, a foreigner from McKeesport, sought prosecution for his wife Mia’s elopement with another man. In Gordon's court, Fedora and Mia reconciled. warrants were withdrawn and they plan to return to McKeesport with their baby to live as husband and wife.
Georgy Myers was tried in circuit court Friday morning for assault and battery with a shovel at Law Creek, injuring Samuel Sheets. Myers fled the area, was tracked to Warren, and Deputy Sheriff Kao brought him back for trial. The jury found Myers guilty. An order confirms the distribution in the case Mayer vs McKennin.
Fragmentary notice reports Emily Vosges described as mother of the Dowager Duchess of Manchester. The text mentions her estate near Lake At Towns, Concordia Parish, Louisiana, and references a widow named Terpando Yenega and a late Fernendi Yenega, with ties to Veoderblis.
Salem chief of police Joel F Randolph was convicted Thursday on assault and battery charges following a street confrontation with David, an ex-soldier. A motion for a new trial was made by Randolph's attorney. The verdict carries a fine and potential imprisonment. witnesses testified there was a struggle and the mayor called for Randolph to arrest David.
Belgians rearwardly named group appears unlikely to complete a deal for the Oalem factory as price expectations rise. Reported figures range from about 13,000 to near 50,000 dollars, with local authorities noting the sum too high to accept.
A short article outlines a railroad heating reform to prevent sleepers from freezing or overheating. The plan proposes regulating heating apparatuses to stabilize temperatures between sleeping cars, with Pullman sleepers and porters overseeing implementation. the effort aims to reduce discomfort and improve traveler safety.
Amy agequsser sees SMICAGU in IL during January. Wheat price 103 E4, i690, cats 04 Tt.
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