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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
1
A fierce storm capsized many large overloaded boats in Batavia harbor. Early reports estimate over six hundred dead with exact numbers unclear and expected to rise as boats' crews and passengers remain uncounted.
Four persons were seriously injured and two houses damaged when dynamite exploded at the home of George Deavatoria, a wealthy Malian, in McKellspor. The Blackhand members were identified as responsible in the report.
City authorities arrested Miss Adgins, a representative of RG Bennet Camp in Pittsburg, for selling hats and other ladies apparel without city permits. She paid a $10 fine and $12.50 in costs. The action is part of a broader effort by the local Merchants Association to curb traveling sales.
A Washington report states Sherman Denham has been retained as postmaster locally. Denham was expected home today but did not arrive, and officials say contact with him has been direct regarding the situation at Washington place, with further word expected in a day or two.
Treasury officials announce an afternoon disbursement of twenty six million dollars in government money held by depository banks to be paid out starting July. Fleming son of Brure Rowchern of Ten riety street reported as wounded in a motor accident during the Twenty Wars era, condition described as serious at Drewesit.
Yuzsovka, Russia July 2 Over 100 miners are reported killed in a gas explosion at the Rikoveky mine according to authorities.
The will of Al Thompson empowers three grandchildren Worthy Ray Opal G and Ethel Thompson infants of Mary Thompson to receive their share from the estate. Funds advance to Cyr Toshun Ho and 15 Walker Thompson, with four percent compound interest after a first administration. Executor EW and R G Thompson bond set at $900. appraisers Swiger M Nuzyimy and Willem Gre value the estate.
After a two hour conference in Washington with Arthur J. Yorse of Ohio and Walt, Taft indicates the chairmanship of the national committee has not been settled. He warns any premature announcement would be traded. He notes the talk at Hot Springs and hopes his statement will be accepted.
Oxford University conferred the honorary degree of Doctor of Divinity upon several framing eorlasaklns. The honorees include Feeding Ick Rowers Grayns, Protestant Bishop of Shanghai, and John Mekin, Protestant Episcopal Bishop 1 Tokle.
C W Decuson, a Live Democratic leader from Fayette county, is confined to his Payetteville room with suspected fever. His absence may bar his attendance at the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Harry E Gump formerly cashier of the First National Bank at Webster Springs was arrested in Weston on July 2 and taken to Webster Springs for a hearing over a bank shortage estimated at about 3600 dollars. He arrived by train and was handcuffed en route.
The People’s Party of West Virginia organized at a state meeting yesterday afternoon. Key appointments include A. H. Thorn as chairman and L. Monroe as secretary. National committee members are A B Thors, C L Monroe, A C Houston. Congressional campaign committee members are B Newhart, B Smith, and J Hartley.
Eight deaths attributed to excessive heat were reported in New York before 11 o'clock this morning. Emergency weather warnings urged residents to seek shade and stay hydrated as temperatures rose.
Dr Alpol, a progressive dissident leader, claimed in the House of Lords that the assassination of King Carlos and Crown Prince Luiz was decided at a meeting of leaders of the progressive and pegenerator party two days before the act.
In Parkersburg on July 2 David R. Congleton a prosperous merchant drowned while attempting to rescue his young son from the Ohio River The boy was saved The father believed his son was beyond his depth but the child was only playing His body was recovered later.
Wills Start Pittsburg reports Haskins Glass at Martin's Ferry will resume in July after a shutdown for repairs. Great Lakes Coal at Kaylor reopens mines after months idle. Pennsylvania rail workers, brakemen, return to New Castle and 50 men rehired. Pittsburg Forge and Iron adds furnaces, creating 500 jobs.
A Texas and Pacific passenger train struck a washout near Barredo yesterday afternoon. Spanier Joseph Jones and two Mexicans died. Several others were injured.
New York reports Commander Robert B Peary the Arctic explorer will launch another voyage toward the North Pole aboard the steamer Roosevelt on Monday. The trip aims to push further toward the pole despite prior obstacles and delays.
M Hymton traveling freight auditor for the Baltimore and Ohio railway visits Parkersburg on official business heading from Wheeling to inspect cargo operations and verify accounts for the company.
Lt Peters announced he would preach at the Industrial East church near Sundar tonight at 7 45 PM, inviting parishioners and local residents to attend the service.
Charleston July 2 A suit seeks to stop enforcing a newly invoked fare law affecting twelve municipalities. The motion asks for an injunction against the Attorney General and others to prevent criminal proceedings tied to the law. The court debate centers on whether the measure is valid. London report notes the dissolution of the International Association of Tile Makers, with members from America and Europe.
Roger C. Sieg from Uintoths announces that his state committee has a candidate for the vice-presidency in John Mitchell.
The National Democratic committee sees an increase in contests for representation on the temporary delegate roll call at the convention. disputes arise in the Ninth and Nineteenth Ohio districts as hearings set to begin Monday.
Veteran editor Matetend Mturat dying after cerebral hemorrhage yesterday. The report notes aging conditions and a damaged front of ime station line repair near the track in Cincinnati.
Morgantown Senator Joseph H. McDermott, president of the West Virginia senate, declares strong support for Swisher. He predicts Swisher will secure a clear majority on the first ballot, with over 500 votes in the convention and a decisive lead before the roll is finished.
John W. Kern, a party figure from Indiana, announced in Lincoln that he would not be a vice presidential candidate. He refused to state his future plans if the convention nominated him.
Charleston July 2 reports make Colgressman Joseph Gaines of this city the likely temporary chairman of the Republican state convention meeting here next Wednesday. Gaines is the only name discussed, Swisher backs Gaines, Schorr silent but not opposing.
London July 2 The Sentch and English manufacturers decide not to join the International Steel Trust. The claim that the London Times was bought by Lord Northcliffe is denied.
Washington reports patents issued to C H Talley of Wheeling for a clothes line device and to C Halterman of Buckhannon for a hospital bed sheer. Both items appear in the July patent release.
Extremely pale, Sherman left Cleveland for Utica this morning amid talk of health concerns. Reports said Vice President Nelson Sherman departed the city quietly to return home.
A California bound train departing from St Louis collided head on with a St Joseph express near Knodgeater Missouri this morning. Seven people are confirmed dead and a score injured.
Under the new franchise of Clarksburg Gas & Electric Company light and power are required on Rundays. Since June 1 the company has supplied light and power and will continue. Patrons often miss the rule, leaving fights on Saturday and not returning to their places of business on Sunites, letting lights burn all day, inflating costs.
The dancing season at the rink on Ful Street in Glen Elk opens tonight with a program by the Dag Club. The Moor has been surfaced by Toledo Moor Surfacing Company and waxed for smooth dancing, promising a premier season with private dances and public dances on the schedule. Wells Orchestra will provide music for the event and at the season’s major dances.
Washington announces that after July 4 government flags will display forty six stars, matching the number of states in the union.
Five prisoners led a jailbreak from the county jail area near Glen Elk bridge. They fled through streets and along a trolley line before being recaptured. one, Hensels, disappeared briefly after a water trestle incident. Authorities schedule hearings for Thursday.
John W. Smith known as Smithy Barrett was killed when struck by a Baltimore & Ohio freight train near Barnes crossing. He was reading a newspaper walking along the track when the wheels cut him in two. Coroner’s inquest deemed unnecessary. remains given to an undertaker. He left a wife and two children.
James T. McCleary, former Minnesota congressman and deputy general, urges creation of an Abraham Lincoln Memorial Commission in Washington. He advised on European memorials and urges a $25,000 appropriation to fund preliminary work by the committee chaired by Senator Wetmore with McCleary as a member.
Washington July 2 Annoincement announces that Tatva nomination will take place at Cinchinha on July 23. The notice names the location and date of the event.
The article notes porters reassigned last fall due to a depression now being restored on multiple B A 0 Fullroad trains. Porters are readded to the High Wheeling and the malt Hine lines and expected soon on the kratm 707 line to Cincinnati.
Unclear OCR text describes individuals including W. Shpltiexarth and Charles with Frask Witte, son of Sishier White, involved in a pirate activity at Sehing Spehitinn near Pickem. Report mentions HERYAN LINCOLN Nebraska July 2 and Willem J. Fragen’s visible telegraphic notes.
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