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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
1
Washington reports mediation near collapse as US insists on constitutionalists leading a provisional government. Argentina’s Nuon returns for talks with Secretary Bryan amid cabinet discussions and possible presidential statement on status of intervention.
Thomas Watkins, a Black man in Charleston West Virginia, holds a white infant and refuses to hand the child to humane officers. His wife says a woman on a Parkersburg bound train recently faced the child and left a note signed Gladys Singat claiming the mother, a seventeen year old girl, could not care for it. Watkins says he cannot care for the child.
A wave of robberies in Fairmont continues with over twenty-five incidents in a week. City officials have drafted more than a half dozen plainclothes officers to aid the police. The loot totals about $2,500 in cash and jewelry, but no arrests have been reported.
Harvard under coach Jim Wrayton dominated the annual regatta at Yale Connecticut. The Crimson varsity eight led by seven lengths and the freshman eight by four, signaling a likely sweep in the four mile race later afternoon.
Special master C. E. Littlefield announced after talks with state officials and attorneys for Virginia and West Virginia that hearings in the debt case will begin in Richmond on August 7. The conference aimed to coordinate dates and procedures for the proceedings.
The Local Agents Insurance Association of West Virginia favored the workmen’s compensation act during session data. They proposed amendments allowing some sanitation insurers to write workmen policies. Officers elected before adjournment: President C. W. Thornburg Huntington, Vice Presidents H. L. Alexander Martinsburg and C. H. Merkle Wheeling, Secretary-Treasurer W. S. Windamood Parkersburg.
Washington June 19 Representative Underwood conferred with President Wilson on the legislative mood in Congress. He said there is strong sentiment in the House to adjourn but warned that anti trust bills must be disposed of at the present session. The exchange highlights pressure to finish business and clear the agenda.
Two hundred coal miners were entombed at the Viele Marihaye colliery near Liege when a fire broke out today. Two hundred escaped after the alarm. the fire still raged this afternoon as rescuers worked to reach those trapped. A separate item notes a contract awarded to Walton and Company for a streetcar line between Bluefield and Princeton. A touring license was issued to Nimrod Stuart and Mabel M. Gales, both colored.
The State Christian Endeavor Union gathers at First Presbyterian Church in Parkersburg June 24 to 26. Officers urge written reports mailed to Mrs Berta McKinney and junior reports to Miss Nell Layman. The program features speakers Daniel A Poling and Rev J W Hawley, with sessions on youth ministry, citizenship, and service.
An article publicizes the hundredth anniversary ceremonies of Herman lodge No. 1 AF & AM and the dedication of its West Pike temple. The event at 7:30 PM features remarks by John J. Davis, former Governor G. W. Atkinson, Judge Louis N. Tavener, and Arthur K Thorn with music by a Baptist church quartet, followed by social dancing and a reception.
In Los Angeles June 19 Deputy Constable Myers attempted to attach a biplane tied to T Kashima for a $125 debt. The pilot, said to be former Japanese army, vanished into the clouds as Myers pursued the speck. After hours, Myers abandoned pursuit and planned to resume.
Ross Strosnider and George N Farner of this city and C F Knight of Fairmoor were injured Monday night in a Parkersburg area auto wreck that fatally hurt Cecil Davis of this city. They have been discharged from Pat Berger hospital and returned home. Farner later participated in the Parkersburg parade before being sent back to the hospital.
In Charles Town on June 19 two local men identified as former officials paid fines for alcohol related charges. Four others also faced penalties in a party the record notes, while a court case linked to the Second district appears to be in progress. Mayor Will Fo Ozhe remains active in local police affairs as nominations proceed.
In Clinton Missouri on June 19 M Lake of St Louis argues the liquor tax yields more revenue than lives saved, denouncing Prohibition and urging voters to consider whether money should outvalue human lives at the national Prohibition party gathering. The speech critiques moral and economic claims guiding the party’s platform.
The Elks Roontop in Parkersburg capped a three day West Virginia reunion with a grand dance and reception at Ferrapin Park. Elks officials called it the largest gathering in state history, rivaling national events. Delegations departed on late trains as Charleston lodge thanked Parkersburg for hospitality.
Power shortages cripple the Jayaune power house causing all local and interurban lines to idle or run slowly. The weak electric supply forces the Baltimore and Ohio accommodation trains to carry heavier passenger loads, with westbound and Weston branch trains seeing unusually high demand.
Mexican mediators announced that no conference would be held until tomorrow as Argentine Minister Neon travels to Washington. It is understood he seeks to learn if the American secretary of state has information affecting the conference’s advisability.
Washington June 19 The cabinet discussed how business conditions affect the administration trust program. Secretary Redfield reported to the president that reports from various sources indicate unusually good business for this time of year and growing prospects. The president was encouraged by the results and his determination to push the trust program was strengthened.
The United Shoe Stores Company expands with a new Inn store at Charleston. H M Levelt, manager of Fairmont, oversees the Charleston location. The chain also operates More hero and Newonstg, Pa, reinforcing its presence in show trade. Indies night at Stalk Park draws free admission and strong attendance.
The Lasalle Street Trust and Savings Hank was closed by a state bank and a receiver appointed today. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate the Trust Company is involved and a named official placed in a receiver role.
A spectacular blaze in Morgantown destroyed the old Reay foundry, one of the city’s oldest buildings. A stable fireball fatality followed as a horse perished in the blaze and George B. Dover of Shinnston died later from a broken back incurred in a slate fall at the mine on June 1.
Happiness reigns in the home of Mr and Mrs Car Donean of Adamaton after a Lae visit this morning produced a baby girl.
Indictments against Jacob A Brown Isaac Elfelberg and Stestey Guinn quashed in a case tied to a failed sheriff arrest attempt of a baseball umpire The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company faced a nolo contendere plea with a $10 fine for highway obstruction A shooting case left Nicholson chief of police of Northview held then released on bonds A house fire on Montiene led to quick extinguishment and minor damage The Weak Education Association held its fourth annual meeting in Morgantown with Lloyd L Friend as president and other officers elected for the next year Charleston hosts the next meeting and election of officials
Statement by Samuel B. Montgomery from Kingwood on June 19 argues he cannot afford to run for Congress due to water power rights and wealth influence. He urges support for progressive candidates and Governor Hatfield, urging public welfare and conservation of natural resources.
Reports say both sides insist on their candidate for provisional president and will not yield, risking a total breakdown in mediation. In London a church arson attempt by suffragists caused quick damage in Bekingham, while Argentine envoy Nuon delays return from New Haven and Cambridge after honorary degrees. The planned conference was postponed to tomorrow to reassess talks and search for a universally acceptable figure.
Wertinghouse workers gathered at Tortie Creek plant near Pittsburg to sign a monster petition directed at El Reifel and the Allegheny Casual Industrial rate. The petition claims eighty five percent of the workforce joined the union and demands were set two weeks ago. Packing continued through the night with no order restored until morning by the switch signal.
The report describes a proposed system to carry gas and oil into Taylor County with walls to thirty feet deep along a belt from Sardis and Harrison, linking to Baltimore. Details mention a large number of wells, tens of miles of pipe, and a long transport route through sandstone formations.
June 13 report indicates absence of House members stalls judiciary panels as subcommittees study impeachments of Federal Judge Emery Spear of Macon Georgia. Investigators reportedly find no sufficient evidence to warrant impeachment and expect full committee action next week.
An immense blast near Allentown, Px, shook the area last night. Report says 40,000 sticks of rake buried at 108 feet loosened eight holes and shattered rock 150,000 s. The test used an instantaneous fuse with 18,000 feet per second spike, claimed to be the first US use in a submarine operation.
A new church paper in Parkersburg will be issued this month under Episcopal auspices to serve the congregation. The bulletin will be distributed to parishioners and is expected to provide weekly notes on church matters and activities.
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