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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1907

Page

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Baby Causes A Big Racket In North Side Hotel

A two month old baby triggered a dispute between Clara Brown and May Parker in a Pittsburg born child case. Parker, who had cared for the infant, faced a threatening revolver claim and a peace warrant. both were not sustained. The baby remained with Brown as matter moved to magistrate court.

Clara Brown Pittsburg May Parker Sam Bettes Parker Crown Brown Justice Tames N. David's Court Pitotsburg

Reading Depositions in Haywood Trial Amid San Francisco Explosion Case

Depositions taken in San Francisco regarding the explosion at Fred Bradley’s residence were read in Boise in the Haywood trial. Harry Orchard swears he twice attempted to assassinate Bradley, as proceedings continued.

Bradley San Francisco Tay Boise Idaho Fred Bradley Harry Orchard Hayroot

Insane Asylum Commitment At Weston

Mrs Emma Agner wife of John Agner of Alta Vista was found insane by Magistrate Gordon after examination Monday night and committed to the State Insane Asylum at Weston. Dr Chester Og Wen diagnosed her as insane. She remains in the county jail pending transport arrangements to Weston.

Weston Emma Agner Alta Vista Gordon John Agner Chester Og- Wen

Murderer Arrives at Penitentiary to Die in Ohio

In Columbus Ohio Frank Bari, identified as the killer of W D Lege, arrived at the penitentiary accompanied by the sheriff and five deputies to face execution. The case emphasizes the swift transfer and pending death sentence as authorities move toward the death row timetable.

Columbus Sherif Frank Bari W. D. Lege Mt Stoncy

Trolley Wreck Deaths Buried in Separate Funerals

The two victims of Sunday’s trolley wreck were laid to rest Tuesday. Grace Markett’s services were held at 2 p.m. at the family home on Monticello avenue with burial at Masonic cemetery. W T Gray’s funeral followed at 6 p.m. at his Monticello avenue home, with burial in the T O O F cemetery.

Grasselli Grace Markett Monticello Avenue H. G. Richardson Central Presbyterian Church Wurtal Masonic Cemetery Masonic Cemetery. A Large Number of the Friends of the W. T. Gray Iater

Sudden Death of Mrs Stewart at West Main Street

The death of Mrs Minnie Stewart wife of Hode B Stewart occurred at the Stewart residence on West Main street at 2 10 Tuesday morning She leaves two small children and a baby less than a day old Her parents Mr and Mrs Fielding Reed of Romine's Mills say she was 35 She was beloved by many and the family is surrounded by sympathy The body will be taken to Romines Mills Wednesday morning for burial

Minnie Stewart Hode B. Stewart Swift & Co Stewart West Main Street Fielding “Réed Romine's Mills Romines Mills

Drowning On Hudson In Yacona Crew Accident

In New York on July 9 Rudolph Johnson Frederickson von Borsen and Herman von Borsen of the Ya vona steam yacht crew belonging to Henry Clay Pierce of St. Louis drowned after a yawl capsized while carrying six crew members and a deck man in the Hudson River. Four crewmen were rescued.

Associated Prous New York Rudolph Johnson Frederickson von Borsen Herman von Borsen Henry Clay Pierce St. Louis Hudson River

Heavy storm lashes area with two intense nights

Two of the year's heaviest storms hit Monday night and Tuesday morning. Thunder roared and lightning flashed as heavy rain battered the community. No damage was reported locally.

Walter King Dies at Weston Funeral Attends Burial

The funeral and burial of Walter King son of John H. King took place at Weston Monday afternoon. He was about 40 years old and left a family at Weston. He formerly resided in this city.

Walter King John H. King Weston

Tillman to Lecture at Traders Grand Tonight

United States Senator Tillman is due to arrive on train No 12 this evening for a lecture at the Traders Grand opera house following a prior address in Charleston.

United States BR. Tillman Traders Grand Opera House City Charleston

Reverend Clark May Succeed Weir At Buckhannon College

The Rev H D Clark of Charles ton a prominent church leader is noted as a leading candidate to succeed President John Weir as head of West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon The executive board meets Thursday to vote and Clark’s name is on the list with others awaiting final deliberation in this state wide election.

H. D. Clark Charleston State Street M. B John Weir West—Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon Weir Clark Lst

Engineer Killed in Collision Near Mobile

In a rear end collision on the Mobile & Ohio railroad at Whistler near Mobile today a passenger train struck a light engine. Engineer Cease of the passenger train was killed and three others were seriously injured.

Associated Press J Mobile Ala Mobile & Ohio Railroad Whistler Cease

Man Recovers Speech After Fall While Chasing Pony

John Smith of Brushy Fork, a corpulent man about 40, regained his speech after a fall Sunday evening while attempting to outrun a pony. Deputy Sheriff Jonas G. Tang witnessed the incident and rode to assist.

John Smith Brushy Fork Sherif Jonas G. Tang

Boy Killed by Colt in Shinnston Near Home

Five year old Leslie Colburn, son of Mrs. Harry Colburn, died after being kicked by a colt owned by George F. Randall in front of his mother's home in Shinnston. He died within an hour, with only a broken arm visible but internal injuries suspected. The incident follows recent Stewart mine horror deaths and a family death by suicide.

Lesiie Colburn Harry Colburn Stewart Mine Shinnston George F. Randall

Explosion destroys major plant in Sidney Ohio

By Associated Press. Piqua Ohio July 3 The American Scraper Company plant at Sidney one of the nation’s largest plants burned to the ground today The loss is estimated at 200000 dollars The fire followed an explosion as the cause of the blaze

Associated Press Piqua, O American Scraper Company Sidney United States

Wife of Earl of Rosslyn Sues for Divorce in Edinburgh

The wife of the Earl of Rosslyn, formerly Miss Anna Robinson of Minneapolis, has filed for divorce in Edinburgh Scotland. The American spouse seeks legal separation from the noble title holder amid a domestic case reported by Associated Press.

Earl of Rosslyn Associatea Press Edinburg Scotland Anna Robinson Minneapolis

Trains Delayed After Freight Cars Derail Between Jacksonburg and Smithfield

Two freight cars derailed this morning between Jacksonburg and Smithfield blocking the Short Line. Traffic was diverted and transfers were necessary into the afternoon.

Jacksonburg Smithfield Trafic

Manager Purinton Testifies in Traction Wreck Probe

Coroner’s inquest into Grasselli division trolley disaster continues with ten witnesses examined. Osborn, expert machinist, inspects wrecked car at Adamston barns. others describe scene, coupler damage, ties damaged by front occupant’s digging, and car 39’s recent service. General Manager Purinton details car histories and wheel changes, noting prior derailment at Industrial crossing.

Grasselli Traction System Micro Osborn Heng Neld A. C. Osborn Traction Company Adamston S. I. Butters Reynolds John P. Reynolds Glen Bik Sie Jonathan Danley A. J. Purinton No. 9 Fairmont Clarksburg

Opera House Closes Over Licenses

Traders Grand opera house temporarily shuts after no license. Gregg and Swager report miscommunication on license expiration. Until a special license issue is resolved, all shows at the venue are halted and will reopen once the license is secured.

Grand Opera House Gregg Swager Aa Meters

Teller thief may be insane

Ches ter B Runyan, charged with abstracting 96000 dollars from Windsor Trust, was arraigned and pleaded not guilty with a request for adjournment. His counsel signaled an insanity defense, noting Runyan’s belief that his grandmother died in an insane asylum and that his husband’s mind is affected.

Amy Associated Prose New York Chester B. Runyan Windsor Trust Company Bunyan

Still Living After Trolley Car Wreck Injures Bar racksville Woman

Miss Maggie M. Robinson of Barra cksville remained alive Tuesday afternoon at St Marys hospital after a trolley car wreck Sunday evening. Her condition was very low, with doctors reporting grave injuries.

Miss Robinson Maggie M. Robinson Barracksville St. Mary's Hospital

Robbers Steal $20,000 in Tickets at Martinsville Depot

Big Four railroad officials report 1,500 tickets along with an office stamp and a baggage punch were taken from the Martinsville depot Saturday night. The face value of the stolen tickets totals $20,000.

Associated Press Martinsville Ind Big Four Railroad

Hymn Writer James McGranahan Dies at 67

Prof James McGranahan, renowned hymn writer once linked with Moody and Sankey evangelists, died at his home in Kipman Ohio after a battle with diabetes. He was 67.

Lby Associates Warren James McGranahan Moody and Sankey Kipsman, O

Howard Gathers Died in Flemington Resident

J Howard Cather, a well known Flemington resident, died leaving a wife and daughter and two brothers. A large circle of relatives survived him. The Rev P H Murray officiated at the funeral.

J. Howard Cather Flemington P. H. Murray

Attorney Says He Acts Only as Representative for Accused Land Company

The statement claims the attorney acted solely in a capacity for the accused land company. He asserts he never traveled west of the Mississippi, never conspired to violate laws, and resigned at the company’s first meeting. He recalls signing and organizing papers in 1902 and notes stock was issued years later, denying intent to violate statutes.

Milwaukee Win Sply S Colorado Guy Goffver United States Dadge Nathan Gof Clarksberg W. Viewmanken Nath, Pereies, &Sonm Eames Mississippi United States

County Claims Being Allowed in Court Session

The county court is in session with all members and the clerk present. The day was spent largely on allowing road and other claims. Annual estimates for the coming year will be prepared within two or three days, after which the court will adjourn for required advertising and then meet to lay the annual levy.

City Council Meets to Review Expenditures and Arrear Report

City council to convene in adjourned session at 7:20 PM to estimate current fiscal year expenditures and handle other business. The annual report of the treasurer or assessor will be received, likely showing about a $200,000 increase over last year’s property investment.

Counel Chamter Lly’ Argesor

Davis Property Sales At Public Auction In Wallace Area

Commissioner sale held Saturday afternoon sold Curtis W Davis and Lucinda Davis properties in Rock Camp and Little Tenmile plus Wallace houses. George W Talkington bought a 1 acre farm and a 30 acre farm. total value about 93 190. Commissioners named F A Montes and Charles G McMannage.

George W.talkington Rock Camp Curtis W. Davis Wallace Lucinda Davis F. A Montes Charlies

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Baby Nurse Blackmall LY Tre Mise Grace Markett W. J. Gray H. Harriman Reverend Clark Purinton Guy Goff Runyan Howard Gather Dene Davis Property Bolt
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