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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1912
Page
1
Senator Burton of Ohio explained the causes of high prices as the progress and waste in recent years. He argued tariffs did not drive prices and blamed underlying economic dynamics and extravagance on broad society. He exonerated trusts and large capital combinations from sole responsibility for the cost rise.
The Hope Natural Gas Company reports a completed test well on the Isaac Ash farm in Jones's district with a gasser in the Ath sand.
Local management reports strong turnout and aims to boost attendance with more season and children’s tickets at $1 and 50 cents respectively. Tomorrow is farmers day with Prof. L. Morgan as speaker on conservation and rural Christianizing, Bland’s band to perform, and Dr. Payne lecturing on travel and industry topics. The Clark Walker Company provided music, Eaton demonstrations drew crowds, and overall prospects for continued success and a permanent Chautauqua circuit presence in Clarksburg look favorable.
Clarkshore Aerie No. 445 Fraternal Order of Eagles met Monday to elect W. J. Black past worthy president as the aerie’s representative for the Brand series annual meeting in Cleveland Ohio next week. Hl. Dayle vill will also attend.
Mr. Schulte A. J. Schulte, former exalted ruler of the Clarksburg Bike lodge, returned Monday from the national reunion in Portland Oregon and a month long western journey. He visited Seattle San Francisco Monterey Los Angeles Denver and many other places. The trip boosted his health and provided educational and enjoyable experiences.
In Charleston 1,200 miners on strike at Paint Creek and Briar Creek regions show signs of arming with Springfield rifles and others. Miners travel into the city to obtain arms, some carrying up to five rifles. Adjutant General Hillett and Major Pratt say they are in touch with general companies and report quiet at noon.
A nine year old boy and his six year old brother were shot by their Newton Cowsill in Glenwood Adamston area this morning. Ralph Cowgill was wounded in both knees with one knee severely torn. The accident occurred around nine o clock during a chase with a shotgun. Both boys were injured and their condition is described as serious.
Huntington July 30 Governor Hasscock announced a proclamation was prepared and signed for martial law in the Paint Creek country but would not be formally issued until the situation demanded such action.
Captain MG Sperry is out of the coal hospital after a brief stay for indigestion. He was a patient for a few days and is reported improving.
Fragments describe a scene with Bally and Mantington figures, mentions of Lt. Dwigat Cham Derlala and Mrs Garlington, and a Panippins visit. Details are unclear, with garbled names and scattered phrases implying a local incident or social notice.
Richard alleges he and companions went to the Swisher residence to serenade the newlyweds when a woman at Swisher home opened fire with a double barrel shotgun injuring Richards and piercing his knee. Swisher contends they arrived uninvited at midnight and she fired to repel them. Authorities continue a formal inquiry into the incident.
Joseph Fernando was stabbed in the neck during a midday fight by Angello Martina and another countryman. Martina fled and a warrant is issued as officers hunt him. Fernando lies critically ill at his Northview home with slim chances of recovery.
July 30 Tandon British Board of Trade inquiry verdict reports the Titanic collision caused by excessive speed and inadequate watchkeeping. Lifeboats were lowered but not properly manned. California compared, no discrimination against third class. Lord Mersey exonerates Ismay.
A house fire in Farrube Vermont today killed Miss Sue Perkins of Flushing New York and Miss Florence Albee of Springfield Massachusetts. Perkins’s father mother and sister were seriously injured as the residence burned.
Atlanta July 30 Mrs Daisy Grace on trial for shooting her husband declared earlier that any person who shot Grace would have shot her negro butler. The testimony was recited by Mrs Hill Grace's mother F W Gocke and children Kathryn and Thomas of Piedmont and Dr and Mrs W Docka of Adamston.
Officer Hupp and Charles Johnson, both colored, were brought to the local jail Tuesday by United States deputy marshal E. D. Hupp from Timelton to await the federal grand jury in October on bootlegging charges. They appeared before a federal court commissioner and were turned over in default of bond of 500 cash.
A reception and free band concert will be held at Highland Park Wednesday evening starting at 7 30 inviting the public. The Clarksburg City band directed by John A Shinn and the Salem band directed by George Cyetleboud will perform with park illumination and a welcoming atmosphere for attendees.
A meeting of leaders in Charleston discussed endorsing the Republican ticket but took no action. Roosevelt third party talk emerged. Speakers included William Dawson and William Howards. A later note cites Mrs Dora Soles in Adntington fending off a hold up with $500 bag.
A fragment notes Miss Alma Corbin at 411 High Street with typhoid fever and feverish symptoms described as upholding a fever. The text records her illness but provides limited context or dates.
Herbert William Bayles aged 10 died at his parents home after falling into a hot acid tank at the Adamston window glass factory. He suffered burns for hours before death. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs Matthew Bayles and three brothers and three sisters. Body to be taken to Newport, Rhode Island for burial.
A chaotic report details graft rumors around police officers and a mayoral response. The text mentions a murder case, Becker’s alleged instigation, and calls for a special investigation by the Board of Aldermen, amid a broader critique of the police system and political figures.
Four men, known in local sports circles, were arrested Tuesday by motormen and constables on charges of breaking into W W Micks’s cottage on West Pike Street and stealing about 400. Bonds were set at 500 or 1000 dollars for court appearances. Also noted is the death of Preston of Frontburg Maryland and a letter about community ties and funeral details.
A garbled report from Rockport July 6 describes a collision involving the steamer City of Rockland traveling from Bath to Goaton. Passengers from Rockland were transferred to the Belfast for safety as damage and confusion were reported along the harbor.
A county court on Monday evening and Thursday morning appointed James Canter to a committee for Mary Carder said to be insane. The record notes A. Tris as a fact finder related to Diney OG Peery and Prackla G8 Taylor with damages set at $100 and a jury.
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