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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1903
Page
1
Charles DeVaughen, an employee of the Tow Glow company, fell from a scaffold twenty five feet, suffering a broken right ankle, scalp wounds, and flesh lacerations. He was rushed to Keasler hospital in an unconscious state and lingered for weeks with severe injuries.
Dr Browning returns home after a visit with Mr and Mrs Mayers in Powke. Peg plans to travel via Lando. Browning finishes duties at the institute. A bankruptcy petition involving Daly and Nellie is noted with saloon closure implications in the city.
Fragmentary report notes campers Merars Wo Dawaure Frank McDonald and MeDonneth at Clavige Ward near Milferre on the Ast Fork river. It mentions they have beer in runs for the first firewood and on Sundays entertain friends during name days, with participation noted.
Fragmentary OCR text places Dorsey Davis in Belington and mentions Hitomi and Mrs Davis of Salen with references to Kelivizien and a planned shop. It also lists relations with Harry Browne and Afra, plus Arthur Moopox in an unclear context.
Report states a colored man nicknamed Huck nom remains at large after assaulting Conductor W A Sturm on a street car Monday evening. Three serious charges include assault and pulling a gun on the manager Leonard Lime, with further accusations referenced. Police pursue leads while public safety concerns rise.
A vivid street scene in Clarksburg features Gentry Bros ponies toys monkeys camels and elephants as the traveling show sets up. The circus wagons boast bright colors and trained animals amid eager crowds with gates opening early for families and youngsters to view the spectacle.
A fragmentary urban column previews Mr Higgins recounting life in a village. The piece teases a quirky cast of residents, noting elders over 75 who sit on the streets and whittle while the Higging story promises a curious local narrative.
A garbled report discusses a harsh fate for a transgressor in Fatite County, noting a stern sentencing during a city session. The text mentions impracticalities and a prosecutor’s actions leading to incarceration in a bake oven like heat, indicating a severe and possibly unlawful punishment.
WL We Hogness named administrator of Sarah La Thies estate with a $1,000 bond. tromioy S. Carr and SR. Harrison as executors of The Carre estate post a $20,000 bond without surety. Frank A. Taylor named as successor to Walter S. Hathie. Melvin S. Lloyd Wy and Linley R. Taylor. The Payton estate lists five separate bonds of $50 each.
Conglvign, living in the Sine district, is out after ten weeks in bed with appendicitis. He was downtown today for the first time since he was taken ill, and friends are delighted to see him out again.
State organizer Col H McNabb will oversee installation with a Parkersburg team. The local Eagles meet at Reed's hall West Pike Street to elect officers and plan a Friday ceremony. A banquet at the Metropolitan hotel will follow and the Clarksburg Opera House band will provide music.
The Marion circuit court discussed injunctions involving Fairmont and Clarksburg Traction and Salem Terminal Traction. Attorneys argued the current injunctions do not block Fairmont’s direct car line while seeking to dismiss the Salem case. The exchange focused on rights and enforcement amid disputed actions by the Fairmont company and opponents.
John Roo, a B C engineer on the Short Line, filed a bankruptcy petition through attorney C Asith. Liabilities amount to 200 dollars, with a note to the mother in law for borrowed money alleged to have been advanced during marriage. The mother in law held the note and secured judgment, using the bankruptcy to avoid paying it.
Shinnston defeated Wilsonburg 12 to 0 on the local diamond. The Shinnston lineup included Mannington Cameron and Clarksburg players, while Wilsonburg relied on home-grown talent. The game featured a double play by Wilsonburg and poor overall hitting by the visitors, with Shinnston piling up runs through the late innings.
Elk District Sunday school convention will be held at Moreh church August 3. Program includes devotional readings, minutes and delegates enrolment, committee appointments, reports, and several addresses on teaching and the Sunday School role. President G W Cunley and secretary Lucy Rohmann listed among organizers. members include Mrs Camden ML Jackson and others.
New York reviews indicate American stocks in London held firm with a general advance in sight. Reports mention Evansville Terre Haute control, coal demand, and steady dividends from Union Pacific. cautions warn of irregular market and possible further liquidity moves.
Carroll Comedy Company brings a vaudeville bill to Union Zand Park in Carroll Gaernedy’s weekly program. Featured is Booster the menial artist in a comedy drama Struck Gas with Thursday to Saturday performances and a novelty torpedoing gag. Also on stage are Cleft and Diaebo, a pair of comedians.
Secretary of state approves charters for Metropolitan Gent's Fansite Company in Bluefield and The Fairmont Fraternal Insurance Association in Fairmont. Metropolitans lists Thomas Gofer Thomas Ford Thomas E Perry S Booker and others with capital 810000. Fairmont group lists Preston Coryell T B Burk H G Greer C C Bowman R F Williams with capital 100000.
A Leap Year Dance is planned for Thursday evening at the Elk Bridge building. An informal house warming hosted by Mr and Mrs George G Oliver on Mulberry Street drew intimate friends. Champagne, roving cup toasts, and cards provided entertainment for guests.
C C Vamberhoff of the West Virginia Woodworking Company reports plans to organize a planing mill or woodworking company with Clarkaburgers and Belington businessmen. A charter is being sought with about $15000 authorized capital. Construction to start in ten days, aiming to begin operations within sixty days of start.
Mrs Righter, mother of Mrs M D Adkins of Point Comfort, is critically ill at the home following a string of incidents. Family fears she may not recover.
A partially legible 19th century note showsHarmer remaining unsure about running for judge amid party influence. He cites consultations with colleagues and friends while insisting he will not commit publicly until his party’s interests are clear. He hints a private stance may shift if party support aligns with his view.
The Braddock team unable to play at Bearsdock due to an incident. The Instemoment tie hall game between Braddock and the local squad was called off as both sides could not meet in time. Secretary Richie plans to reschedule with Pennsylvanians.
G D Little of Toledo Gliko appointed as chief constructor for the new crematory in Point Cet. Materials shipped from Toledo July 2 arrived in Wheeling the same day and will be used to build on the former Gem Manufacturing mill site. Project cost set at 3200 dollars with a rapid completion target and operation expected within weeks.
The First Presbyterian Church schedules a Sunday picnic at Cosine Park with church officials organizing the event. Attendees are asked to arrive at 9:230 and prepare for activities every 33 minutes, with a display and renewal of the church’s grounds.
The contract for tiling a new jail and sheriff residence has been awarded to a Pittsburgh firm. Mr. Scott will oversee the roof project on the East Main Street residence, with Elizabeth Brown of Lambton slated as a guest of Miss Nina Wallace. Mrs. William Pershing of Making Long Talaud will host Mr. Anton D. Tarr next Sunday.
Ferematt Algo of Bell Pelephone leads linemen to string a large cable along Maryland Mart Streets for the local system. The project marks one of the city’s largest cable installations to date.
Patient at Kessler hospital in the Wine addition arrived on the 27th to be treated for stomach trouble. The entry lists H. Cole among the patients and notes placement at the Keusler tepHal.
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