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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1916
Page
1
French and German artillery clash in the Verdun sector with probing raids and heavy fighting near Tuy and the Aisne. A bold French night assault penetrated fort defenses, killing several Germans before surrender and retreat.
News item states a war strength group of 20 members has been organized at Comins K and A Armory. A practice is planned for that evening at 7 o'clock on Second Street with fifty seven men and three of Georgia to be examined for armor readiness. Potential recruits are invited to join the newly formed unit at the armory tonight.
German forces seized a portion of Delville Wood and gained a foothold in the northern outskirts of Longueval, the War Office announced Wednesday.
German forces reclaim two villages Longuovial and Tedvilie in a report released Wednesday. John W. Morgan resigns from John O’Hare Co after three years as bookkeeper and stenographer. accepts sales role at a large East Coast manufacturer based in Rent Ing Pa, starting August 1. DF Vollobangh of Mubniaetan visits.
JOPLIN MO July 14 four men trapped in the Babcock mine since 2 PM Monday were rescued alive at 4 16 AM Wednesday after a 41 hour vigil without food or water. They walked to their homes after workers removed the dirt barrier at the shaft.
A late breaking weather item reports another Indian storm moving north from the gulf coast toward Charlestown and threatening the Atlantic seaboard from Virginia to Maine with increasing intensity.
New York on July 18 reports rising death toll and new cases in the infantile paralysis outbreak. In the past 24 hours ending Wednesday, ten dead and 42 more children were stricken across the five boroughs, marking a marked rise in mortality and spread within the city.
Frederick M Pigott a prominent farmer of Pola died at his home Tuesday afternoon after a long illness He had been an invalid for twenty years and weakened rapidly in the last weeks Survived by Willow Mrs Hartiet Pigott Carl Pigott Wayne Ff Allen and Mrs Stan loy Swiger daughters Funeral will be held at the home in Pola Thursday morning with the body brought to Hie Masonic cemetery Pallbearers named including James F Aven C J Ryan A J Purllah Orlando Swiger Harvey W Harmer and Allen Swiger
Certificates of incorporation issued by the secretary of state reveal several new firms authorized to operate in West Virginia. Walton State Bank of Walton and Union Building and Typoop Association of Morgantown join TriState Fair Association of Bluefield and Best Grocer Company of Williamson, detailing capital stocks from 5,000 to 25,000 and listing named incorporators across Walton Morgantown and Williamson with several from Bluefield and Radford Va.
The Italian steamship Angelo was sunk by a marine near Algtorg with crew landed. A Greek steamship Evangelistria is reported to have been cut or damaged in the same incident.
The War Department issued a report noting General Leonid Wood and officers Major General Leonind Wood, Louis Conley, and Lieutenant Colonel John J. Whelan of the Sixty-ninth New York in a federal service matter. The document references disutility and warrants inquiry into the conduct.
News reports the drownings of Private Thomas Hae of Company M and Private John DiVinney of Company LL, during a movement of the Second Brigade with the Third Battalion in the Bigent nation. Measles outbreaks are noted among Pennsylvanian infantry, with expectations of further marches from Camp Pershing under General I. Pag.
Morleson told postmasters that secondary contract revenues and levies tied to the rina ru system were curtailed. He said departmental funds could be redirected to railroads for mail delivery and noted a possible recommendation to Congress on postage rates. He warned that letters may cost one cent under his proposal.
Williamy Anderson of near Erle faced a grand jury on charges of concealing liquors at his boarding house. He failed to register T. G. Nicewarner’s entitlement and the case was continued. Anderson was later released on personal recognizance after defaulting on bonds.
The Chicaza Dairy showcases a 400 pound cheese from Wisconsin, 32 inches high, housed in a metal container to prevent moisture loss. The store touts constant new products and a policy of keeping prices low while attracting many customers.
A derailed OCR note reports the postmaster dismissal by a federal judge. Details mention removal to Washington and custody of a sergeant at arms, with unclear names and dates. The fragment references legal actions and a possible House of Keeps incidents, but the text is garbled.
Washington reports that Ursula W. McNeil, postmaster at Pittsburg, was removed for failing to cooperate with federal department instructions on conduct. The action, noted in the department bulletin, followed her attendance at a national postmasters meeting and her public notice opposing department orders.
From the supreme office of the Knights of Columbus an annuement states that members who are a mixed border service with the mine Honal guard will receive camp supplies from a $25,000 fund. W J Moriarty of St Manus Kansas will be the special field agent after the distribution.
Mme Fernando Risbouchinsky once attracted New York attention for beauty with her wealthy husband now plans a stage debut. The Italian figure, who speaks five languages, says she seeks a new future to forget the past and pursue her talent.
Forty fatalities were reported Wednesday across North Carolina as the storm damaged towns Bat Cave and Chimney Rock. Two unidentified bodies were found near Belmont and another death near Grover. Reports note a scaffold collapse and widespread flooding impacting residents and communities.
July 16 official Austro-Hungarian statement notes revival of activity in Albania after a period of virtual stagnation. Military situation assessed as improved, with indications of resumed operations and movement in key districts.
Charleston July 19 reports say no special election will be held to fill the late Congressman Hunter Holmes Mann of Parkerburg who died last week in Altoona City. Republican H C Woodyard of Spencer and Democrat T A Null of Huntington will face each other in the November regular election to fill the unexpired term and the regular term.
Fragmented OCR text shows reports of Russian troops entering Hungary with mentions of election tensions. References to county officials, a coal operator, and an investigation by a US Department of Justice agent are noted amid chaotic lines about polling places and potential arrests. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text.
Disorderly OCR fragment reports an offensive after crossing the Carpathians with a day’s march. The text mentions Petrograd sources, military leaders, and threats, but the details are garbled and unclear. The record preserves the core claim of an advance and subsequent pause amid conflicting reports.
Mrs Mary Belot Taine wife of Joseph Teano of Wiltonbur, Hind, aged 13, died Wednesday morning at 42d a’slock Worling in a local hospital following a surgical operation. Survived by husband and two sons and two daughters. The funeral will be held at Develock Thursday morning at nine from the Immaculate Conception church. burial in Holy Growth cemetery.
A chaotic scene near 20 Irving Avenue Tuesday night left four people dead and a man and his wife among the victims. Police were dispatched as crowds sparked by racial tensions threatened further violence and authorities ordered Negroes off nearby streets to quell disturbances.
New York July 19 Three invitations are sent by Secretary James T Reynolds to attend a Carnegie Hall gathering July 31. The purpose is to notify for a nomination related to Charles Hughes. 1 200 people are invited. Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson are among attendees.
Flood waters in the Carolina area surged and then receded leaving widespread damage. Officials estimate property losses between 12 000 000 and 15 100 000 dollars and a rising death toll. By Wednesday the toll stood at thirty four fatalities from drowning as search efforts continued.
Acting Secretary of State Pole reported the Swiss minister Dr. Paul utter from Swilzeriawl discussed prospects for peace in Europe. The dialogue followed earlier talks, but no tangible results were announced.
Funeral services for the infant son of Mr and Mrs C Richards of Reynoldsville were held at the Richards home Wednesday afternoon. The burial occurred at the Odd Fellows cemetery in O'NGH after the short wake. The infant died Tuesday night following brief illness.
The seventh annual West Virginia Baptist Assembly will run August 1 to 7 at Broaddus Institute Philippi with plans featuring W J McGlothlin Rev W H Mortis Min Daly Dean Rev Frank L Anderson Rev B A Agar Mia Daniel Shephardson and Jackson Clyde Kinney Bible study nature studies child life lectures and more. Over 200 attended last year and organizers expect larger crowds amid entertainment options like boating and tennis. The Telegram 10,000 club promotes a $125 diamond ring prize for members who meet subscription targets and earn bonus votes toward the grand prize list.
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