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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
1
A fragmented account alleges YOUNG RITTENHOUSE led a rogue life as a train robber fighter and more. An officer pursues him across towns including Springfield and Texarkana while witnesses recall chaotic escapes and violent incidents linked to the elusive figure.
Ad reads Picker, the Fen Hive ier ehgat, purchased a portion of the Sarah Adina Tatim to corners of West Main and South Second streets, fronting 80 feet, with a large department store planned. The project aims to extend from Main Street to Meres Avenue, reshaping the city block with a major retail complex.
Martinwr Ogden, a young boy, sustained injuries Friday noon during an accident at a downtown Waldo store. He was taken to Keeler hospital under care of Drs. Gerionti and Tralee, now conscious with limited movement.
A distorted note indicates Charles fi Vutianen of Delaware will attend summer school in Murzantown, likely returning twelve days after departure to resume studies in Whe State Pieivurndiy. The fragmentary text confirms the plan but lacks clear dates or institutions.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate James M. Lyon is seriously ill. The text is garbled, with multiple misspellings and unreadable segments surrounding names and locations, making the exact context unclear.
A fragment describes a tank incident at Golf Hill affecting a local water works site. The report mentions engines, a tank at the East area, and preparations for a future meeting at the property. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
A disjointed OCR fragment recalls a violent incident around Kessler Hospital with references to Jane Porkershanz and Nancy Kidlatrwe, a mayoral presence, a police arrest, and a suspect held amid tension. The readable text mentions a death and a confrontation, but details are obscured by garbled wording.
A new ten thousand dollar bank building rises at Wallace providing a notable addition to the town center. The structure stands adjacent to the nearby street and will feature a formal opening and associated ceremonies.
Judge Jackson in Parkersburg dismissed the injunction against Thomas Hacerty and others after finding the injunction served its purpose. The order frees defendants from restraining actions related to coal mine work in the Fairmont area as conditions have changed since the earlier labor disturbances. Attorneys for the defense sought Supreme Court review but the request was not pursued. The ruling ends federal injunction proceedings and leaves local conditions to resolve ongoing labor issues.
The Clarksburg lineup for the upcoming AFL game remains tentative with players named for all positions. Expected starters include Mark McDonald Ray McDonald Timvas Metautigar Waile Dalty Raiee Coe John Gil Henry Coyne Dick Goodwin Frank McDonaldl and Prank McDonaldl with changes possible before game time.
A chaotic Saturday alley brawl drew an estimated crowd of about 200 as a clash between several men erupted near Cabinwne. The melee ended with bystanders watchful while participants appeared battered, with the scuffle attracting widespread interest and strong reactions from locals.
Reports survey work by the Weaton and West Virginia & Pittsburg line engineer FR. Vurti of Fairmont. Proposes major changes along the division including new junctions and a river bridge to allow trains to pass without bottlenecks and reduce delays.
A man named Mretfatlan in the Fairview oil region is described as peculiarly afflicted. He and his friends experience a strange malady causing trance-like states and hours of unconsciousness, with occasions where he has been pronounced dead.
Col M J Francis proposes a summer resort hotel on the old Wilson farm east of the town with mineral water appeal and a large crowd expected. Estimated cost ranges from 15000 to 20000, aiming to draw visitors to the renowned water resorts and attract attention to the park setting and facilities.
Several charter notices list new incorporations in Philippi and Belington W Va The Tuticon Improvement Company of Philippi aims to buy real estate operate gas plants water works and street railways and to build bridges pavements and lay pipes The Muntinton Land Company of Huntington W Va seeks to indebt districts to operate street railways and water works with capital 50000 and includes officers J C Siammy E W Solas R Baer and others from Charleston and Huntington The notices name incorporators and intended business ventures across multiple towns
Fragmented OCR notes describe fluid shipments and certificates with numerous errors. Mentions 2000 feet of fluid, S14 certificates, Pennsylvania references, barrels counts, and a company with a show in a district. Text is garbled and key details are unreadable.
The Epworth League social convention of the Harkehang District will meet in Sale during autumn and winter. The sessions will be held in the Methodist Episcopal church in that town. The programme has been arranged and will be issued to the work.
Churches plan special Children Day programs with Sunday school classes participating. Regular services proceed at most churches except Christ Episcopal, with activities including prayers, processions, and a 1 30 pm interment service for J M Layman at a local cemetery. Knights of Pythias will conduct funeral rites, with arrangements from Clay Street residence and 1 30 pm Sunday service.
Professor Augustus J Smith arrives from New York after engaging with Weber & Webistec company. The firm employs 107 people. Smith plans another summer in the area and will return to New York in the fall to pursue further opportunities.
A local council contemplates a franchise to install poles and wires for supplying light heat and power. The proposal envisions tying in a large central utility plant and expanding service, with an application by Vance J. Gomer on behalf of the company.
Rev Thomas Cooke rector of his Episcopal church shows much improvement in health. He is staying at home in readiness for return to duties, with reports noting better condition and steady recovery.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe new pool rooms in operation with references to individuals and costs. Mentions Anthony VZazkan and Mr. Gaghamy Tagabe in unclear statements about rates, arrangements, and expenses related to Oakalan.
Miss Lines HL tink sister of Mine WF Black of this city graduates Tuesday from the university at Ann Arbor. She will receive a diploma entitling her to practice medicine and plans to move to Philadelphia after the commencement excercise to begin work as a physician.
A fragment describes a Wonder lamp displayed at Stone's Drug Store owned by George C. Stame. The garbled text mentions front window display, a fictitious or garbled note about "Kaileilovea pie" and references to various names, with no coherent narrative or clear outcomes.
Fragmentary report notes contractor Marit assembling twenty laborers for the Deep Water and Northwestern railroad near Charleston. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate an agreement or contract expected to yield months of work and associated transport of workers.
The National Guard encampment is to be held in West Virginia with the year and date set for August 10. The event will gather at the Thomae-Patingatire building on West Dike Street where members will conduct the real call and observe the weekly Friday gatherings as preparations with extra effort for a fine appearance at the ensuing development.
The Methodist Episcopal congregation at Golf Chapel will host a free lecture Friday evening by Rev Were Dion of the East Ohio conference. The talk titled Hyung and Sacred will explore spiritual themes. Horton, a Weston visitor, attends the event as part of the church’s outreach to young people.
Joe Freeman, a white man, has been employed at a wholesale grocery and city shipping dock. He is slated to move to Morgantown to accept a new position on the Teaw Street airline.
The West Virginian reports that several West Virginia candidates, including Jane f6 Anuglovan and Bargbman, passed the medical or entrance examinations for admission to the United States Naval Academy. The successful examinees are slated for duty at Annapolis after completing the required formalities.
The Rand Concyet Bulletin notes a city visit by James Gordon from Pine Grave, presenting a Save program and military topics. The bulletin includes the official program and related items from a recent event.
The YMC A meeting invites members and friends for the vesting of the MLC. A 3:30 gathering at Ash Chapel Methodist Episcopal includes a morning service and a sermon. Rev Jobe signs, with notices of public worship and address by Rev Te Bt Offield, superintendent. Citizens near Bron and Alle Vise are urged to attend services.
A church notice describes an illite day service at God Methodist Episcopal with prayer, hymns, and a brief biographical moment for Join Wieding and Mis Laura Kester. It lists a day schedule, a collection for children, and a public worship event with an 8 pm service.
A Sunday service schedule lists a Mount Ararat themed sermon and morning worship at Central Prairie Presbyterian. The program includes revised rites, with a 8 o clock byline, a Sunday school, and a later children’s day event at 2 o clock in the afternoon.
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