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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1916
Page
1
A bridge failure caused a train wreck near Pearlman’s plant. Two women died and ten were injured, with eighteen people hurt overall and one likely fatally. The incidentic details describe a wreck with a Pullman car and a chaotic collapse into the sea.
The German high seas fleet reports an overnight engagement with British forces. Ships from both sides sustained damage as heavy gunfire continued through the night with several vessels sunk or crippled. A later admiralty update notes German units rejoined operations after the battle and claims no decisive result.
A historic notice reports United Zinc Amethyst Corporation, a New York based firm, assembling 6 900 000 in stock with units set aside for working capital. It outlines plans for a Cherkhshire plant and a network of zinc operations including Cherkhshire, Wheeling, and Youngstown districts with substantial investment and subscriptions from New York backers.
A parliamentary critic attacked a government plan to supply military aid, urging caution and asserting that calling for action would risk escalation. The debate touched on foreign policy, with ministers defending the aid package and stressing its strategic aim.
A garbled report notes ongoing auction activities at a city firm with unclear details. It references a manager and a controversial interference in a corporate stake while promising no change in business operations.
A baby boy was born at the home of Mr and Mrs M. Citsan on Thursday. The mother and child are progressing well and no complications are reported.
A scrambled excerpt mentions a club race with chaotic lines and names, plus a plan to enter a car in a competition. The text references a plan to enter a touring car and urges participation, hinting at an event or contest with enthusiastic steps.
In Maawininn, June 3, a resignation letter was tendered by Bishop Peterkin of Parkers Wine to the council, requesting that Livy Colimel take the post. The council urged acceptance, noting his age and desire for a younger successor, with the general convention to vote on the resignation next fall in St Louis. Bishop Peterkin is 75 years old.
Obituary item notes death of Mies dh 0 Wien wife of Mot Winon at Malayer Manor. Survived by Wilenn, Wer fume vand Calvin, Mark Willbam, and Mine Tenuate Wilhon. Funeral held at Vine Presbyterian Church Cumberland with burial in Rose HK Cemetery Cumberland.
Washington June 2 The selection of the permanent chairman of the Democratic national convention in St Louis was expected late today after a conference between President Wilson and Fred B Lynch head of the executive committee. Senator James Sterling to be prominently considered for the chair with Indiana's Senator Kw and Minnesota's Senator Stone also under review. If James is chosen many leaders urge Stone for the platform drafting post.
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John Moore a noted business figure from KidReport Ait Chirkabnine is lauded for candidacy in the Migabbean nomination. He is described as attentive to town needs, with prior work as a county conciliator and extensive travel in Cleveland. His recent years with Huetere Lrothera emphasize enterprise and frugality in public service.
Letters from local women praise the Young Woman's Christian Association in Clarksburg urging all to join. Writers describe friendship support at the center, its benefits for workers and students, and desire for more activities like a swimming pool and social space.
Paris reports a squadron of French aeroplanes chasing German bombers over Darle-Due downed two machines, one a Fokker. An official note mentions eighteen civilians killed by German bombs in Narle-Due. Petrograd notes cold weather with snow affecting Kazan streetcars and freezing temperatures in other regions.
William Carr of Marricks, supervisor of the Central West Virginia and Southern Railway, died instantly when his car plunged over a 50 foot embankment at Bretsamt Bight. Horman, the driver, escaped injury. A rescue party used matches to locate the body after the car caught fire and burned.
In Rome Cardinal Camp, Papal Secretary of State, says the pope seeks peace only to stop the death by own action of Europe. He notes no special interest in a specific mediator and would thank God for an end to the carnage, whether via the United States president or Catholic Spain.
Chicago June 2 reports the Republican National Committee began formal consideration of contested delegations at the national convention. A lengthy session followed yesterday’s opening, with motions and procedural debates lasting several hours as members argued over seating and representation.
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