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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1914

Page

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War To The Teeth At Melee Of Underrified Convention

A heated county convention in which twenty aspirants vie for the nominations amid sharp exchanges among Democrats and Republicans. Delegates organize with Ernest D. Lewis as chair and two committees on rules and credentials named. The gathering adjourned for a winner’s selection after lively speeches and urging unity.

Deboentea TG Smith Clarksburg Smith Mr. Smith Woollic ‘Wilson Ernest D. Lewis J. G. Shaw Edgar G. Hood Clay District John Martin Clark Cousin A. Jonason John A. Tierney John C. Robison Eagle E L. Ticker Grant Charles Horner Simpson J. H. Currey Sardis Mase E. Shaver Tenmile E. B. Robinson Union Truman Howell J. H. Nuzum H.C. Alexander T. J. Francis BL Eagle M. J. Alexan- Maxwell J. G. McIntyre A. ‘J. Nuzum Tonmile E. B. Hickman Union Clyde’ Gurvey John Patton

Falls From Train Involving J B Davis Near Monongah

J B Davis a Wells Fargo express messenger from Connellsville Pennsylvania fell from Baltimore and Ohio train No 4 between Pittsburg and Clarksburg near Monongah Wednesday night. He was unconscious through the night but walked to Monongah station at daylight and received medical attention at Fairmont. Davis was missing when No 4 reached here last night and detectives and city police began inquiries. The cause is not known though the lurching of the car as the train rounded a curve is suspected.

J.B. Davis Connallaville Wells-Fargo Express Pittsburg Clarksburg Baltimore and Ohio Monongah Fairmont Davis

Innovation promised at annual Anya Anmusl camp meeting

In Chicago July 9 an innovation in ministerial and educational inventions was promised for the annual Anyanmusl camp meeting of the Joglat Hpiscopsl church district. Rav. John Thompson spoke in opening addresses discussing attire and modesty. a warning against fashion influences and trivial garments was issued. Weston’s TO. Smith and Briceland from Pair were noted in attendance with central diocese members.

Amet Qhicago John Thompson

Mrs Carman May Be Turned Loose

In Mineola L I July 9 it seems unlikely there will be indictment against Mrs Florence Carman for the murder of Mrs Louise Batley. Assistant District Attorney Weeks said grand jury prospects were poor due to witness counts. Carman may be discharged when she appears before Coroner Norton Monday. Dr Carman visited her, she grew calm after sedatives but refused to sleep.

Pacem Mfr.Weeks Carman Mintola Atter Jett

Boy injured after being struck by car on East Pikes

Omall Oy Frank McNear, son of Edward McNear of Jackson Street, was struck from behind by a westbound automobile driven by G D Sears while watching an eastbound wagon. He suffered a cut to the left shoulder, a head injury from a streetcar rail, and was unconscious briefly. He is resting and expected to recover in a few days.

Frank McNear Edward McNear Jackson Street East Pikes G.D. Seare Blause Fort Pi Sons Sears

Revered W C Taylor Praised At Clarkeburg Anniversary

The West Union Record notes Rev Dr W C Taylor of Clarkeburg First Baptist as a chief pulpit speaker at the local anniversary. It describes him as a well traveled figure born in the Old Dominion and reared in Oregon, now claiming West Virginia citizenship. Also mentions Miss Maud Hall returning home from Wheeling.

West Union W. C. ‘Taylor W.C. Taylor First Baptist Church of Clarkeburg Atlantic Pacific Old Dominion Oregon New York West Virginia

Bumgardner to face trial in Washington week

West Virginia native George Bumgardner, a young pitcher from a small town, is scheduled to have a trial in Washington this week in the series with the St. Louis Browns. The West Virginia delegation, loyal Nationals backers, split between Mountaineer pride and hoping Washington climbs to the top. Browns manager Rickey has great faith in Bumgardner and anticipates big things from him soon.

Washington D.C George Bumgardner West Virginia St. Loul Browns West. Virginia West Virginia Nationals Rickey St. Louis Bumgardner

Adjutant General Bond At Camp Now In West Virginia

Captain John C. Bond to assume duties July 15 as Adjutant General for the West Virginia National Guard. Camp Dawson near Kingwood will host joint Camp of Instruction August 15 to 24 with Company E and the 29th United States Infantry. Camp officers include Col. Wilder and Majors Tonks and Heavy among others. maneuvers will involve infantry and cavalry units and rifle schools.

Charleston Camp Dawson Kingwood West Virginia Natonal Guard John C. Bond United States Army Virginia Bond Inaac C. Janks John H. Charnock Twenty-ninth United States Infantry Wilber E. Wilder Pith Cavalry Pirot Alexander G. Pendleton Coast Artillery Cainp George’ L. Morrison Faymaster Lambart W. [Jordan Quartermaster Corps Isaac C. Tonks John W. Heavy Arthur M. Ehipp Seconi

Capture of Koritsa by Musselman insurgents reported

Confirmation that Koritsa in southern Albania was captured by Musselman insurgents was received. Fighting lasted three days and government troops fled. Dutch officers in command reportedly proceeded to Aylong. Initial reports claimed the entire garrison, including foreign officers, had been captured.

Athens Greece Koritsa Albania Musselman Ada Aylong

Boy Found After Disappearance in Stealey Addition

Carl Straley a twelve-year-old from Stealey Addition was located in Richwood after two weeks missing. The Richwood chief notified Chief Brooks and the mother departed to bring him home. The boy was identified by a postcard plate sent to police nationwide.

Carl Straley Stealey Addition Richwood Harry L. Brooks Chief Brooks

Announcement of West Point cadet candidates at War Department

Announcement made at the War Department identifies candidates for appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Names appear to include Daniel Parker of Parkersburg and George Leno of Beele Pay, with other entries obscured in the damaged text.

Ando War Department West Point Military Academy Washington Comnission Lawin Danio Parkersburg Georgn Lenaal Bele Marsan

Imperial Ice Cream Plant Opens in Clarksburg

Ice cream consumption surges as Imperial Ice Cream Company opens a new plant in Clarksburg. Manager W. M. Side invites the public to a festive unveiling with free samples, tours, and an orchestra. Local officials, citizens, and visiting refrigeration experts attend as the facility showcases its high tech design and production.

Clarksburg Imperial Tce Cream Company Ip W. M. B.side Imperiali Company Imperial Lino

Rates Not Discriminatory Says Interstate Commission

The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that freight rates for flour and grain from Shenandoah Valley to the Pocahontas division in West Virginia are not discriminatory. Virginia to Bluefield prices rose to 13 14 and 15 cents from pre 1907 levels, while Cincinnati Columbus and Washington Court House rates fell. The commission cites other factors for lost Norfolk and Western business and dismissed the complaint. Congressman Brown reports postal discontinuations at Globe and St Cloid. J C Huffman of Parkersburg guest at Hotel Gore.

Aopesial Talaor Washington Theterstate| Commerce Commmission Shenandoah Valley Norfolk and Western Railroad Pocahontas West Virginia Bluefield Willamson Iawe Cincinnati Columbus Washington Court House Virginia Ohig Norfolk Western Territory Virginia Millers Fe

Baffled mob blocks lynching in Bay Springs

In Bay Springs Mississippi on July 9 Sherif Jones summoned thirty citizens and thirteen deputies to guard Mose Johnson a black man targeted by a mob. The posse surrounded the town and the mob was dispersed. Earlier near Stevens Mississippi on June 27 gunmen robbed the Gu christ Fordney Company pay car taking 2000 currency. one clerk was killed during the robbery.

Paton Bay Springs Miss Aisnob Mose Johnson Sherif Jones Ais Townson Guchrist-Fordney Company Stevens Misn Johnson

Altitude Record Stirs Debate In German Flight Circle

In Johannisthal Germany on a July 9 attempt an aviator in a monoplane reportedly achieved about 23 654 feet, challenging the previous altitude record of 6 120 meters.

Germany Itncc Erate Johannisthal

Madison county notes on receivership and capitalized sums

A fragmented report notes Regener s T Ms Uly Steel Company valued at a billion dollars placed in receivership by Madison County officials. Mentions Hilda Gwine and Parkerali Marietta in uncertain context and references inability to handle products.

Tms Uly Steel Colpkny Madison County Purt Kata Forts Elvan Am le Hilda Gwine Parkerali Marietta

Collision inquiry and banking nomination turmoil

Washington reports Lord Mersey will oversee the Empress of Ireland inquiry with three commissioners, delivering a 11 000 word finding on collisions and life loss. A separate banking nomination involving Warburg stalls as senators and White House discuss confirmation timelines.

Patner Quebro Lord Mersey

Memorial Notice for Mrs. Ette Ungering Illness of Complications

The Gefossen woman, Mrs. Etter Ungering, is survived by two children Lestin and Joule Hicarda, her mother Mrs. Mary Ji Banks, and siblings SHOA and KL Bubs. Funeral at the Ante of Mrs. Rowan, with interment at Greenvawn cemetery. Details to follow.

Adamaton Lestin Joule Hicarda Mary Ji Banks Shoa KL Bubs Adimeioe Ari Ale -Rowst Mra GB. Barker

Scale recommendations for the Mont of M Astute Rate

The record notes scale recommendations for the Mont of M Astute rate, with mention of experts and evaluators. It cites unnamed sources and hints at assessments by various authorities, though the text remains fragmented and unclear about exact figures or outcomes.

Mont of m Weyers

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