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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1915
Page
1
Western front sees Russian successes amid expanding operations along the Sipe front and near the Carpathians. Reports describe German reinforcements and a looming invasion while observers weigh rumors of Russian activity and potential shifts toward Egypt. concrete details remain uncertain.
In a fortnights’ period around Paris and nearby towns amid a public safety incident at Metoplane, Nancy Wayorcof is suspended from office. Authorities move to address civil manipulation concerns and possible reprisals.
A wireless despatch to London reports heavy French losses while German troops seize Bret region. About 3 French soldiers captured along with 12 machine guns and several smaller weapons. Western Bret area described as costly for the French. German casualties listed as comparatively small amid contested reports.
A Berlin correspondent citing a dependable source reports Emperor William endured heavy fire at the battle of Soissons. He reportedly remained in the exposed position until urged by his entourage to retreat after a long delay.
Mayor Will H. Cole released Patrolmen Anthony M. Donohue and George Shahan under the citys retrenchment policy. The suspensions take effect Monday February 1. The mayor stressed no rule violations or inefficiency, noting the pair were the youngest officers and that action aimed to cut personnel.
Washington June 30 Congressmen Moa introduced a bill to pay war claims totaling 1625 to the estate of Alex Shock of Calhoun county. The claim originated when Whin was a member of Congress and dated back to March 3, 1889 showing the long dispute over the estate.
Washington scene centers on a historic Senate clash as Republican and Democratic forces endure an all night battle over a administration policy. Senator Smoot led a prolonged filibuster with 11 hours of speakership while Senators Sutherland and others prepared for renewed votes and potential roll calls to prevent a ruling.
Legal notices report decreed sales and dismissals in several chancery actions. Cases include Charles Pucr v Calvin Howell with a Saturday sale, Ohio Valley Drug Company v Charles Harris and others, and Sylvester Michael administrator against Louisa Robinson and Carl Nelson. A Continental Supply Company suit and a traffic company action ended with a jury verdict for the plaintiff at $120.12. the company’s demurrer was sustained in part.
Nth Tension Washington Jan 30 William H Fletcher of Clarksburg was recently granted a pension through the aid of Congressman Neely Mrs Fletcher filed a claim for half the pension, with the pension by virtue of law and act.
S1D,WM worth of diamonds were stolen from a New York pawn shop on the upper East Side. Three men entered ahead of accomplices, bound and gagged three clerks, and escaped in a waiting car with jewels and $170. The proprietor valued the loss at about 15,000, noting the total jewel value likely higher.
The Hamburg Nachrichten criticizes American and London newspaper correspondents in Germany for neutrality violations. It argues London papers foment hatred toward Germany and questions whether American reporters can lie while protected by their embassies. The piece notes high traffic of people from the United Kingdom and related migration figures.
The Rev. PH Murty of Fleming ton will preach at the Industrial reported incident church Sunday night.
A fragmentary report notes young women planning a house to house canvass in Greater New York to promote the Mormon church. The text is garbled but indicates organized activity and future steps.
Copenhagen reports a plan to lay 25 000 volt undersea power cables from Sweden across the Sound to Denmark to supply most of the nation with cheap electricity. The project uses Swedish Tatgun river power with a first cable already installed and protected by a heavy steel conduit. Separately, complaints were filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission by several Michigan chambers against Pennsylvania routes over discriminatory coal rate practices.
John B. Lawson of the United Mine Workers testifies before the Federal Industrial Relations Commission in New York social life section. He describes mining camps where companies own housing, schools, churches, stores, and controls life while workers are injured or killed. He criticizes coroner verdicts and the lack of accountability for mining accidents.
Charleston lawmakers in session today stayed active with judiciary, finance, redistricting, primary and municipal corporations panels. Most members planned to return this afternoon and evening while key measures backed by the administration aim to advance in December for governors’ recommendations.
The Rev. G D Smutty will deliver a special sermon at First Methodist Episcopal Church 780 Ostook Street Sunday night. The topic concerns how prepared our girls are for voting and the responsibilities of women in the civic role. All young women of the city are invited to attend the evening service.
London reports the government backs a national anti dye industry though fear grows that wartime production will fail after peace. Analysts estimate large funds risked as German competition could dominate once protective tariffs end.
An official army statement from the Caucasus reports heavy fighting near Alashkert and Tehorekiy. Turkish troops were repulsed with significant enemy casualties as defense held along the Sarishamyah front and Batumi region.
SPREIAL TO THE TRCN WASHINGTON Day Fourteen Virginians receive temporary appointments under the census bureau. February 1 notices list appointees in various counties and towns including Martinsburg Charleston Princeton and Hinton. Names such as Lacy Galbreath Beall and others appear in the fragmentary roster.
Brown of Washington DC, a congressman, has been ill for several days. Doctors say the illness may worsen if not rest provided. He remains in bed for several days and has been granted leave of absence from the House to recover, with expectations to resume duties soon.
Fragmentary text references Mraraas and Neely, a route in Washington, and a congressional application. Mentions inspection, roll establishment, and pension topics with several garbled proper names and locations. The readable items imply a historic notice about routes, inspections, and congressional matters.
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