Fatal Accident Near Clarkshure Station Claims Conductor
Benson Genth freight conductor for Baltimore and Ohio West Virginia and Pittsburgh division dies at Harrison County Hospital after a freight collision near Clarkshure Station on train No 75. Wife present at bedside. body shipped for burial. Inquiries blame negligence. hospital reports his death at about 11 that night. He was 26, survived by wife and child.
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Harrison County Hospital
Special
Goger
Benson
Genth
West Virginia
Cowfen
Wast Chivdaburg
Minbitaner
Mares County Hospital
Mhirksburge
Leaat
Arkiers
Marr
Bond
Sini
Rastson Stith
Vate Summionel
Aston
Rane
Smith
Teithes
Burnel
Assaulted Lost Charley at St Charles hotel corner
A report describes Charley Ross allegedly attacked by a group including Kentucky man and a resident of a nearby shanty. He was struck in the head during an attempted drinking incident. attacker fled, Ross treated, and the scene led to further questions about the assailants and witnesses.
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Charley Ross
Wis
Evesiug
St. Charles
Cokstali
Kentucky
Tonge
Virginia
Charley
Lake
Cannon
Moss
Hay Trundle
Brent
Jost Chartey
Bronk
Jahn
Happy Outing Party At The Park
A merry group labeled themselves Happy Outing Party after a night at the big park last evening. They rode a street car from Main and Second after supper, enjoyed a lavish supper in the park, walked, and attended the show. The party included Augusta Peck, Ida Peck, Ruth Peck, Evins Payne, Hortinsie Payne, Lucy Robinson, Blanch Parrill, Mrs A S Long, Mrs W G Meeks, Agnes Morrison, J Thorne, Edward Groves, W T Sutton, W C Meeks, Way Martin, John Pucrill, and Bert Smith.
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Bartainly
Mainami
King
Augusta
Ida
Ruth Peck
Evin
Hortinsie Payne
Lucy Robinson
Blanch Parrill
Cursed Dog and Arrest in Monticello Feud Case
Constable Guy Merritt arrested Dick Grins Monday on a warrant issued by Justice Gordon for assault on J A Williams. Grins confessed Tuesday morning and was fined $5 plus costs. The feud between Criss and Williams families surfaces after Williams cursed Grins’ dog on Monticello avenue, prompting Grins to strike with a club and injure him.
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Dick” Grins
Guy Merritt
Justice Gordon
J. A. Williams
Criss
Williams
Suday
Monticello Avenue
More About The Fight In Front Of Dodge’s Paint Store
Clarksburg July 21 1908 editor telegram reports a heated dispute between Mr Dodge and a cement layer named Mr Inyer over pavement work. The cement layer allegedly blocked Dodge from accessing his store and discussions mention boards removed from a drag while Mrs Dodge and two daughters were present. Peacemaker Mr Hurst tried to calm the situation before tempers flared.
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Clarksburg
Dodge Ad & Cement Inyer
Dodge
Cement Inyer
Hurst
J. W. Dodge
Dorlze
Tfnrat
Warrant Against Van Geison and Local Court Proceedings
A garbled report notes a warrant issued yesterday in Squire James Ne Da vid'h court involving Van Geison on a real estate matter. The narrative references defense plans and connections to Dodge Van, with various local residents and a visit by opera troupe personnel amid unrelated civil and professional trips.
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Mu V
Squire James Ne da
Aguinal
Vantieisin
Suriginis Hime
aammuTl
FM Wan Collet
Tial Real Nize
Kk Hut
Muinuanee Gilil
Same Hong
Justion Samiel AW
Herdon
Hay Riders Injured In Wild Ada County Wagon Ride
A Sunday night Hay Riders outing ended in a crash when a wagon failed to slow near Milford. Six riders sustained injuries including a head wound to Mire Starkey and a dislocated arm to May Ellison. The driver fought to control six startled horses as the wagon veered into a fence, scattering the crowd.
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Adaipaton
Aix
Chen
Uhey
Milford
Stella
Ellison
Bertha Starkey
Archie Grapes
Tiny Stealey
Mire Starkey
Miay Ellison
Editor Walker Visits City
Walker advertising and circulation visitor of the DetroitBailler calls on local staff today. The visiting editor, described as an up-to-date American gentleman, discusses the paper’s progress and editorial stance during his tour of the city.
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Rc) Walker
Detrick Tbailler
Pab- Joche Mb Smuithfield
Walker
Rama
Delightful Picnic Party Honors Visitor Elizabeth Cochran
Mia Mayme Pritchard hosted a pleasant evening picnic for her guest Elizabeth Cochran. About thirty guests attended and all expressed they enjoyed the gathering.
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Mia Mayme Pritchard
Tiss
Elizabeth Cochran
Sunday School Picnic at Contra Park Enjoyed by Attendees
The Contra Presbyterian Sunday School held a picnic in the park today. The event was well attended and enjoyed by all, with special numbers and activities entertaining participants.
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Contra Presbyterian
Tide Water Will Be Reached By Western Maryland and New York Contractors
A large 15 million dollar contract aims to link the West Virginia Central, Western Maryland, and related lines from Cumberland to Cherry Run. The project includes seven Potomac bridges and extensive yard expansions, with Bamington Richmond of Cumberland cited as a key figure and Arthur Bros of Chicago among likely bidders.
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Virginia Central
Maryland
New York
Cumberland
Cherry Run
Daspeck Jetti Denon
Benjamin A. Richmond
Richmont
Knobley Mountains
Potomac
Juhl Q. Twrlow
Elias
Die Tink
Leen Tet
Emuipeny
Ib Ia
MaArthur Bros
Chicago
Ik Patel
Cutberland
Sicily
Chesaperke
Ohio
Finn
Isallimore
Banner Night by Carroll Comedy Company Delights Pleasing Crowd
Carroll Comedy Company presents lively plays to a large, satisfied audience at the Uniost Land Amater Sr Carrol notes record crowds and strong patronage. The troupe promises a week of varied shows including The Bachelors Lycules and special attractions with child dancer Bana and cast members Holmes, Woltset, and Toby Eidnas.
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Sr Carrol
Laburat
Hill Mayer
NHL
Fred Brytan
Vander Lie
Holmes and Woltset
Toby Eidnas
Mine Worker Killed at Sutton Coal Mine
A mine disaster at Sutton coal mines in West Virginia left a worker dead after a derailed car trapped him. A rescue attempt failed as the man, identified as Kellen Hewis, could not escape in time.
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Sutton
Travel Eastward With Elks Through Baltimore Raid
A fragment reports Elks advance guard passing through with extra coaches during the Supreme Lodge meeting in Baltimore. Noting Sunday Nov 12 trains carried Elks from Mississippi, Cincinnati, and Detroit sections, two to three section trains were organized for that passage.
Dry Hole Developments Reported Across Folsom District
In the Folsom district, South Vental Company reports No. 2 on Luther Talkington farm and 20-barrel pumper at Govilon. No. 1 on Price farm in sand shows progress, while No. 4a on Genine Robinson tract lies in stray sand. No oil or gas yet at Omer E Hall, with drilling continuing. Fred S Rich & Co. set Nos. 10 and 11 on Rightmire farm. No. 9 on thin farm yields. No. 14 in fifth sand produces 40 barrels daily. Gordon sand well delivers 10 barrels daily.
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Folsom
South Vental Company Hay
Luther Talkington
Govilon
Sure Company
Price
W. B. Starkey
Genine Robinson
Omer E. ‘Hall
Te Lewis-Harrison County
Fred S. Rich & Co
Rightmire
Thin Farm
A New Comet Brightens The Sky For Stargazers
A new comet named Fecently Hinoery was spotted by observers in Veenchman and Gest at Marseilles Price. It appeared in June, moved rapidly toward the north, and grew brighter until August 22 when it faded. Readers are advised to locate the comet by facing north and sighting it directly overhead before tracing a line to the horizon to find its position in the sky.
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Yaar
Veenchman
Marseilles
Price
Watt
Besin
Itu
Happy Osborne Engaged at Opera Howie Band Show
The Opera Howie band announces engagement of Harpy Osborne, famed trick litty cycle performer. A street exhibition by Floppy precedes the concert. Ticket prices listed as 25, 3 percent and 60 cents.
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Howie
Osborne
Floppy
Etx
Sturmis
Tory
Befo re the Mayor in a odd city scene
A garbled OCR style note reports a small group before the mayor for unspecified overindulgences. The fragment hints at a local civic proceeding with unclear quotes and names, offering little concrete detail beyond the formal setting and generic misstatements.
Barber Shop Remains Open Amid Illness Crisis
T. J. Opidestisr, owner of Ye Weat Eni barbery, is ill with typhoid fever but has secured Charles Mines to run the shop during his absence.
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T. J. Opidestisr
Charles Mines
Hiv Slekuers
Prominent Young Attorney Joins Verdict in New York Route
Visit to Mrs. Edel of Hisraton reveals a notable lawyer, David Davidson, celebrated by peers as a rising talent. The report notes Edel and grandnephew connections, a pending journey to New York aboard a Burl service, and praise from respected figures in the legal circle.
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Joe Edel
Hisraton
Treas
Lore
Granidanchey
David Davidson
Edel
Finndaont
Aiea Fey Bnsinosa Ooliqge Coraxentiones
Fadel
New York
Burlsieay
War in Earnest Over Street Car Route
Constable and Deputy Sheriff appear as tensions flare over a contested streetcar route. Local authorities press for order as disagreements over transit boundaries escalate into public dispute and demands for resolution. Community leaders seek peaceful settlement to restore service confidence and safety.
Trials postponed in assault case over paint can r** West Main
The court delayed proceedings as witnesses were unavailable, postponing until 7 pm Wednesday. The case involves VanGeison Dodge and Hirstah in an affray linked to an incident Monday where barrels of paint and oil were rolled toward a cement walk in front of the Gul Hall building on West Main Street.
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Martin van Bure Hurat
J.W. Dodge
Promere
E. B. Vandererts
VanGeison
Dodge
Hiutstah
Gul Hall
West Main-atteet
Insurance Supervisor Arrives Initiating State Life Agent Change
Mr J A Young of Louisville arrived in the city to assume duties as state agent for the Southern department of State Life Insurance Company Indianapolis. He will succeed Chillus S3t who tendered his resignation. The visit includes meetings with local agents as preparations for the new leadership unfold. Real estate transfers and local notices follow in this scattered item.
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J. A. Young
Louisville
Southern Department of the State Life Insurance Coupany
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Hi Am
Herd Prevents
United States
Concert Tickets On Sale At Shurm's Store
Doak County visitor Devin seeks opera tickets at the Harmonie House Theatre. Tickets priced 25 4 and 50 cents go on sale Thursday night at Shurm's store in the Clifford building.
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oTyokwin
Shurm
Chifford
Bo Devin
Doak
Laa
Sela
Doddrige County
Sante controversy over railway venture and damage claims
A violent clash ensued between Bie & Clarkabueg Travtion company workers near Adumaton and Selene on a night in New Jag. Rival guards and employees fought, causing injuries and property damage. Officials of the companies pursued action, with a Prosecution motion filed in Fairmont accusing rioters of tearing and destroying property.
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Sante
Hanes Bie & Clarkabueg
Adumaton
Selene
Lilitatine
Ompany
Yemals
Insilyerga
Cadstaliia
Davis
Kmae
Hilla
Katpuak
Frome
Guned
Pia
Riulators
Theny
Slovity
Carriage Works Rebuild Underway On Old Site
Work has begun on the old blacksmith and carriage factory site. Linn Brothers hold the brick contract as walls are paved and an addition is built. Plans include an elevator, planers, and new timber, with completion hoped within a month.
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W. S.siera
Blackamlen
Eales Wd
Linn Brothers
Murderer at large in city linked to double killings
A report describes a colored murderer at large after fatally shooting Vivant Carter and wounding Charles Lewis in a quarrel over drugs. Residents report fear as police pursue leads amid confusion about where the suspect fled and possible ties to local parties.
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Robert Wyatt
Vivant Carter
Wren Charles Lewis
Mt Salebitt
Bern
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