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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1908
Page
1
A reader letter discusses Swisher's services lowering taxes while accusing political factions in the state of anger and manipulation. The correspondent defends Governor Dawson and attacks opponents, urging cooperation with the legislature and criticizing publication bias.
A 1905 letter from a correspondent in New York expresses a joyous welcome for Taft. The writer hopes for happier times, mentions civic life and public service, and signs with a formal, respectful tone.
A transported Taft arrives in Cumberland and Cincinnati to hearty greetings from locals and party supporters. Secretaries and committee members greet him as a procession escorts him to the platform where Taft delivers a brief gratitude filled speech acknowledging support from West Virginia and Maryland crowds.
A new electric plant began construction near the Corner Tollthys on Boueth steer, built by AVA Maan Myon and the St Marys company. The factory, designed to power the city grid, features modern dynamos and will operate with water and steam power once connected.
Fragmentary OCR describes a contract letting with names and places obscured. It references a bid or award process, a figure around six dollars per unit, and a party or firm preparing specifications. The readable bits mention Mis Tita and a company linked to Halabye and Hatterly Wave, with unclear dates and locations.
In a ceremony at the Waynes Wakeattege residence Em. Geni Mo Thalsan was inaugurated as president. Attendees included Alii Wil and Wiieahortas, with remarks from Col TF Craw and Drs Hinton. The event touched on education and local commerce.
Local authorities report progress on the Lou Veeng Avenue road project as funds advance toward completion. City officials expect contractor payments to settle while work continues on paving and utility adjustments.
Special to the Pelee reports Lewis Tyllert received honors at a function related to Maeter work in Arb Cire memory. Hibert named among fifteen awardees as MTN yearly voltage recognition. Tolan, a Maleinant figure, was a Saturday visitor in the city.
The piece discusses internal party leadership changes in Dentian and Hubbard controversy over postmaster Denham and appointive actions. It portrays Republicans and Democrats contending over organizational brains in a county, with Denham portrayed as a loyal party worker and critics challenging leadership and recommendations from local figures.
Frazer Highlanders bring a concert program featuring vocal and instrumental performances at Park Gasino. The ensemble includes forty instrumentalists led by Augie McMillan Frayer and under the direction of Carlton, with drum tuners and a distinctive style. The bill lists Highlanders concerts, exhibitions, and tuning by top percussionists, promising a notable county event.
Victim of Personal Spite 1 G Dredtch secretary Rt Cunningham treasurer Directors Charles Brown RG Dresbach W Knapp Jon iList Leslie Michael and WB Watson Jr announce changes to league games. Most games to be night matches with no Sunday games. Some games to be played at South Side Park and possibly in theater noon when feasible. Only one game per day if possible.
Velag led the effort with ten hits as Homri Guest and Wifott stood out for the guests. Tripla McCiarle struggled, while Helberetd issued key rulings and Left Wielder Holmes, along with Manager Mack, contributed to the tense play. Jackson and Fairmont aided the visitors in a strong showing before the postponed inning led to a future resumption. The final score remains undisclosed.
A distorted excerpt discusses a political contest in a northern district, mentioning Whitisforye, Sharman and Wenham, with references to an opposition and calls for public views. The text appears as an OCR garble of a 19th century or early 20th century local political page, noting party lines, voters and alleged irregularities.
Fragmentary text references a Maine family, a worker named Phillipe Shoel, and an accident at a mill. Details are garbled with misread words and missing context, making core facts hard to confirm.
The report details plans to pave Traders Alley and extend street works. Funds and bids are discussed including water works, property damages, and city authorization for paving from merchants to the railroad.
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