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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1913
Page
1
New York reports indict about the Curran committee findings accusing detectives of colluding with criminals. The inquiry cites Deputy Commissioner Daugherty and others, with vouchers showing payments for burglaries. Japan reasserts that California land bills breach the treaty and equal protection, fueling mass meetings and protests.
Secretary Bryan traveled from a cabinet meeting to Pittsburg for a farewell banquet honoring George W. Guthrie the new ambassador to Japan. Viscount Chinda the Japanese ambassador also left for Pittsburg to attend the same event.
The Interstate Commerce Commission held advances in bituminous coal rates from southern Illinois to points west of the Mississippi, notably to Iowa, as unreasonable and ordered an approximate eighteen percent reduction.
The South Penn Oil Company drilled a good oil well on the Sprout farm at Rock Camp and is producing about 100 barrels per day. The find indicates a good pool in the area despite extensive prior drilling. Several wells are currently being drilled nearby.
Morgantown June 11 an organized protest is to be made against an increase of 19 an acre in the valuation of Pittsburg coal in this county by Norman Garrison county assessor. The Pittsburg coal is valued at 100 to 210 an acre. It is declared other coal gains are not connected to the increase.
SWER funeral services for George W Swiger a former county school teacher will be held Saturday afternoon at 1230 in the First Methodist Episcopal church with Rev G D Smith in charge Burial will be in Greenlawn cemetery He is survived by his widow and four children two sons Wilbur M and Joseph Swiger at home and two daughters Mrs W C Richards and Miss Alma Swiser
Alex Scott editor of the Weekly Issue, a silk mill striker supporter, was sentenced to an indeterminate term of one to fifteen years and a $250 fine for inciting hostilities against the government. He will appeal and bail was posted. In Martinsburg, Warner Smith sues Charles Grimm for $5,000 damages in a public slander case expected to be sensational.
Chicago June 6 Julius Rosenwald president of a mail order house testifies before the finals senatorial vice commission. He says he no longer trusts the commission and declines to give opinions on female labor efficiency. He challenges a report that detectives shadowed commission members and accuses the reporter of falsehoods.
Galveston Tex June 6 John R. Hedges longtime managing editor of the Galveston News was found dead in his Mansfield Ohio home this morning according to advices received in Galveston.
June 6 The Tyler county high school board selects Prof. John D. Garrison superintendent of Sistersville public schools as new principal.
Victor Hyre was fined $1 and costs Friday by Justice Nicewarner for being drunk and disorderly at the railway passenger station. He was arrested by railroad policeman E. B. Kinney.
The city council is scheduled to meet this evening to discuss local issues and potential ordinances. Officials urge residents to attend and participate in the session.
Wayland deputy sergeant at arms will depart Washington for Charleston West Virginia. Probers plan to pave the way for the senatorial investigating committee by seeking voluntary witnesses. The panel will travel Monday, begin hearings Tuesday at 2 PM with Thomas E. Owen and H S Milstead as official stenographers.
At the White House President Wilson is considering Attorney General McReynolds's sliding scale tobacco tax proposal aimed at curbing monopolies and has not yet reached a decision.
Twenty four senators had not spoken when the Senate lobby investigation began. Chairman Reed aimed to extend hearings for more time and hoped to draw out information from subpoenaed lobbyists about President Wilson's lobby statement. Senator Oliver defended his steel and copper holdings, denying influence on tariff debates, while Senator Dupont disclosed stock in several firms and said he avoided powder questions in the Senate.
Representative Gallagher of Illinois announced plans for an investigation into the so called baseball trust. He aims to have a hearing within a week before the House rules committee on his resolution.
John Burke United States treasurer and former Maryland governor Edwin Warfield have accepted invitations to the West Virginia Bankers Association annual convention in Fairmont June 11 and 12. A. Martin is also noted as attending to handle business affairs.
Pittsburg June reports say Superintendent S Ty Heeter of public schools will be dismissed at today’s board meeting following an investigation into changes. A committee appointed by the board prepared the report and two members are expected to oppose the measure.
Pittsburg June 6 sheriff Judd Brumm of Allegheny was found not guilty on charges of perjury embezzlement and misdemeanors after a sealed verdict opened in court this morning. Costs charged to the county.
New York iron manufacturer Fane Geopavia Dows was convicted of assault against Alva Johnson of the New York Times who sought an interview at Dows's base. Dows dumped the reporter in the backyard but avoided injury, claiming the act was a joke. Sentence was suspended after Dows cited exasperation from a string of reporter inquiries.
Lee Heatherly Fred Moss and Samuel Henderson were arrested for drunken and disorderly conduct at Scrap Hill. Justice G H Gordon sentenced them Friday to ten days in jail each. Warrants were issued Friday against these men and their wives charging them with conducting a disorderly house there.
Hatdox, a miner, was killed and a brother was injured by a fall of slate last night in the Maryland Coal Company mine near Grafton. September date not specified.
The felony docket includes charges of murder burglary robbery and assault against multiple defendants led by Claude Allman Andrew Poling Francisco Buccafurno Rufus Deems Frank Newbrough and Ralph Perfo. Other cases involve theft shooting and disorderly conduct with one confession noted but no sentence. The grand jury plans to adjourn tonight.
Millard Ivey Harold Taney and Irvin Schlatter three Phoenixville youths aged fourteen to sixteen were sentenced to five days in the county jail for unlawfully riding a freight train in local railroad yards. Baltimore and Ohio policeman H B Kinney arrested them as they stepped from the train. Justice T G Nicewarner imposed the sentence.
Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor underwent surgery today in Washington for a mastoid abscess. Surgeons expect a speedy recovery. John Hoes Jr named administrator of Edward Hogan estate with Citizens Trust and Guaranty Co as $9,000 surety. Appraisers listed as Louis A. Johnson A. J. Findley and John S. Rixey.
At Epsom Downs on June 6 1913 Miss Emiliy Wilding Davisson severely injured during Derby interference with the king's horse has a restless night and grave symptoms. Doctors foresee possible operation as she remains in critical condition.
The Department of Mines cites that the practice of shooting off the solid seam raises fatal roof falls and gas explosions. The Mine Workers of America push to repeal a ban in Oklahoma, while enforcement in West Virginia reduced fines and improved safety through inspections and prosecutions, with 106 miners fined $1,303 in the cited year.
James McNair, a Union Station ticket agent, was shot and killed at noon. Ralph was fatally shot by D Sage, a ticket office clerk, who allegedly resisted a recent promotion change. Sage fired three shots after a quarrel and escaped the crowded room. McNair had ten years’ railroad service.
The United States team led by McLaughlin defeated Australian players in a tense opening ice match. McLaughlin secured the first wet from the Australian rival, signaling a strong start for the U S in the three national duel.
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