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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1916

Page

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Entente Allies Pressure Carranza Over Mexico Crisis

European Powers press for peace amid U S concern over Carranza. They seek preventing disruption of trade with Mexico and Central America as diplomats weigh international talks. U S officials report steps to move Americans from interior to Vera Cruz while mobilization lines are reviewed.

Bour Carranza Representa‘tvon Toretne Tha United States Tao Department Bolt Agouden Germany Mexico Ameria Acis Carranan Curraten Holnkaf Atlank Antd Redgern Mexico City Vera Cruz Atate Department Rodgers War Department Finn Tom Boereraryigker West Point Military Academy

Washington awaits Carranza word on war note

Washington hangs on Carranza reply as Mexico ponders the note sent yesterday. Officials privately fear potential conflict while avoiding formal statements. The outcome hinges on Carranza’s response to the communication and the attitude of his government.

Washington Mexico Civ Carranza Aelale

SILLIMAN LEAVES FAY A PACING ON PETA

General Murgiy Carranz arrives at Piedras Negras with 2 000 Yaguin forces to reinforce the area amid civil movement. Civilians have begun moving out of Piedras Negras as Silliman travels from Saltillo via Monclava due to disrupted railroad trade between Monterey and Nuevo Laredo.

Fay Peta Monterey Neuyo Laredo Inge Siiliman Mextco

Wilson asked to interpret suffrage plank at White House

Richmond activist asks President Wilson for federal vs state decision on the suffrage plank. White House report says the issue should be resolved by states, not by the federal amendment. Armed Mexican bandits remain at large west of San Antonio as authorities pursue leads. John Stall is acquitted of assault in Magistrate Edward Kidd's court. The Arnotts host J T Habor and children in Adamston, with local guests.

Washington Wilson Sooker Richmond Meling Congressiona1 Union Virginia State Federation of Labor White House Macdewell

Wolfes Serve as U S Soldiers in Mexico

Haltimord June 21 report fourteen members of Mrs Mary Wolfe's family from this city have joined the United States armed forces. They include two in the Twelfth Cavalry in Mexico, one in the Twelfth Artillery in Vermont, and three in the Maryland National Guard.

Haltimord Mary Wolf United States Mexico Twelfth Artillery Vermont Maryland National Guard

Retired merchant Ti T Sandy dies at 84 in Glenwood

Ti T Sandy aged 84 a well known retired merchant died Tuesday evening at the home of his daughter Mrs J F Ralston in Glenwood after a year long illness of a complication of dimsnes Surviving relatives include his daughter Mrs J F Ralston of Glenwood Mrs A C Mcott of Hyawn Mrs D P Mageerty of Sarduy Mrs J W Cramer of Lumberport Gawehtorm and John Bundy of Cleveland O Chase Randy of Sardin and I D Sandy of Nilmilo O The funeral arrangements are not completed burial will be in the Sard i cemetery time of funeral views to be announced later

Ti. T. Sandy Yrara Onelock Hyne J. F Ralston Glenwood Meredy Ralston A.C Mcott Hyawn D. P. Mageerty Sarduy J. W Sardi

Schools Seized in Turkey by American Missionaries

June 21, New York report says schools and hospitals owned and run by the American Board of Foreign Missions in Mersovan and Sivan, Turkey, valued at over 500000 dollars, were seized by the Turkish authorities for military use. Mission leaders say they were compelled to abandon their work after arrival from the Orient. The seizure followed tensions between the United States and Germany amid the Boat controversy negotiations in May.

New York AL Mursovan Sivan Turkey Arnilcana Orient United States Germany

Niners Government Orders Twenty Five Aircraft for Transport

June 21 in San Francisco a government official announced the order of twenty five airplanes at an average price of ten thousand dollars each. A Chinese government representative, J Linn, arranged the contract and paid a portion as a rapid transport supply. Routes for the transport system were proposed but not yet finalized.

Ay Anveresn Vst San Francisco Niners Kovernment Hun J. Linn Chines Rapidhes Bn Weed

Charges Dropped For German Tanker in Washington

Chief Bielaski of the Department of Justice Bureau of Investigation telegraphed agents to drop charges against Frederick Griene, a German tanker of Mexico City, detained there yesterday for alleged attack on American neutrality. Officials concluded no violation occurred.

Washington Bielaski Department of Justice Bureau of Investigation Paso Frederick Griene Mexico City

George W Swiger Dies After Long Illness At Brown

George W Swiger aged a long time Brown resident died at 5 oclock Wednesday morning after a purgical operation for an ailment he suffered for years. Funeral services will be held at Knox hall Brown Thursday at 11 o clock with interment in Brawe cemetery. The Rev John Burteide will officiate. He was married December 6 1955 to Pilea Stove and farmed near Brown before entering his daughter’s home. Survived by four daughters fourteen grandchildren and many relatives. He was a longtime member of the Brown Baptist Church and active in civic affairs, known throughout the county for kindness and charity. Funeral arranged by Danie Ver yer of Brown.

George W. Swiger Pat Swiger Sears Knox Hall Brown Iti Lornival Abe Brawe John Burteide Tia Wax x Absalo Tte Efi Ceorme W. Swiger Tie Fra Evur Kind Charitabie Earth Hinabene Tie Danie

Woman jailed in county on highway robbery warrant

Minnie McDonnell of Union Heights was arrested and jailed on a highway robbery warrant issued by Magistrate T. G. Nicewarner. The case ties to Tobn Povis a Two Lick coal miner, with two men alleged to have assaulted him. her husband and Richard Edge, both awaiting trial, are involved.

Minnie McDonnell Union Heights T. G. Nicewarner Tobn Povis Aly Iy Wanosio Richard Edge Nichwarner McDonnell

Ammunition Hoard Seized in Laredo Raid

In Laredo Texas on June 31 authorities report the seizure of a large quantity of ammunition during a raid. The cache included about 7,000 rounds of ammunition and related arms stock. No further details on suspects or official actions were disclosed.

Laredo Tex Eharga

Mrs J J Astor Forfeits Estate to Wed Again

New York society reports the engagement of Mrs Madeline Force Astor to Brooklyn businessman William K Dick. Under Col Astor’s will she must relinquish income and fortune in marriage, with the $4,000,000 yacht fund and the fortune reverting to Vincent Astor. John Jacob Astor IV’s heir loses control of assets while custody of young John Jacob Astor V is arranged.

J. J. Astor New York Madeline Force Astor William K. Dick Brooklyn Wamione Astor

Big Bonus Vote Offer This Week in the Big Club

A promotional plea describes a six week booster program offering prizes for subscriptions and votes. The text promises $15 in business value for each week and chances at a $10,000 vote certificate, plus a chance to win an automobile or other prizes by submitting ballots and coupons.

Rne Avery Ely Wuthusiaari

Howic Takes Ban Test Morgantown June 51

Morgantown reports tens of Pittes applicants are taking exams for certification to practice law in West Virginia before the Cullogy of LAY. The article notes concerns among readers about mining and state ethics while listing names and local details from the county courthouse.

Morgantown Pittees West Virginia Brant Lay West Virginie

Gideons Visit City Promote Bible in Hotels

Josaph Stoan and J H Viontington of the Neat Virginia Gideons spoke to churches in the city urging the Gideon movement. A Gideon camp was organized to place Bibles in American hotel rooms, aiming to influence travelers and reduce vice by providing Scripture in hotels nationwide.

Josaph A. Stoan J H Viontington Neat Virginia Gideons Cty Deeanite Bihine Amarica Coumersial Rmystem Amartex

Bond issue in Simp son district for permanent roads fails

A special election in Simp son district on Tuesday failed to reach the required majority for a 200000 bond issue for permanent roads despite wide turnout. The slate, reported amid confusion, shows the measure did not pass.

Simpson

Insurance payouts total seven hundred three million dollars report

A historical insurance report details life policy settlements across the United States and Canada totaling 703,700,000 with major endowment and surrender payoffs. It lists numerous beneficiaries in West Virginia and other states, naming individuals and towns, and notes policy values of 10,000 to 110,000 among named recipients. The document cites 1916 policy activity and mentions John Sinclair’s involvement.

Tite Menrane United States Invet Qrmatin Companion Ite Jumirates Dalleles United Briton Canada Amuinta Durin Datisian J. Sinclair Bimbenellty Chariha Wid Cay Monty Pritchard Morton G. Watson Cyrie D. van Dibbey Lawisa LG Mannington Wed SMU Sree Vee Arlinton Michael Ccees Ss. Martinerirg Moonmfield James W. Gilkeson Weston

Philadelphia unit to entrain for Mt Gretna training camp

June 21 to 23 the Philadelphia tenope rotrein will entrain for Mt Gretna to join Company 3 of a volunteer battalion. The mobilization aims to support federal guard duty, with annual salaries funded by a proposed city appropriation. Mayor Amith urges employers to provide full pay where possible during guard service.

Jung Philadelphia Tenope Rotrein Mt. Gretna Vuntheere Mt. Gramm Minich Ted Tall Represent Tormith Plana Far Fetonal Euardemon Fndwral Jmant Aleg Walt Tomor Amith

Verdun sector bombardment and trench actions reported

An official War Office statement describes Tet assault lines at Hill No 10 and Barrysau Hae as under attack. It notes continued bombardment by French forces throughout the night in the Verdun sector and highlights the effectiveness of German and French bombardments.

Barrysau Hae War Office Verdum Nyhi Wetlon

Fines and arrests in Topeka riots spark party pause

In Topeka Kansas on June 21 a flurry of arrests and fines followed a disturbance at Wilton bars as Lamon Lamon and Reuben J. Bartlett faced charges. The Progressive party declared it will not file declarations this year.

Wilosbure Reuben J. Bartlett Hasnsey Arin Wilton Bars Sev Dapemcanvan Peanas Topeka Kam, Junw Progresiye Party Kansas

Circus Called Off By Downpour At Point Comfort

Owing to rain, the Salle-Pigin circus canceled performances planned for Wednesday at the Thorn lots in Point Comfort. Officials, unable to relocate within reach of rail access, delayed the decision until noon and could not salvage the event despite strenuous efforts.

Salle-Pigin Point Comfort Pereota Bewley

Special Train Departing Mexico City to Aid Arrangements

Special Agent Hodeers plans a departure from Mexico City to organize aid for Antiencume Meners bound for Vere Crus. He expects many citizens still in the capital to begin travel with the train.

Spacail Mexico City Deas Vere Crus

Shinsstow WA Ford Incident Report Noted

Fragmentary OCR text describes a local Shinsstow WA Ford event with mentions of individuals, a Tuesday date, and payments or proceedings involving a person named Tory Aullanal. Details are unclear. core facts include a transportation or motor vehicle reference and a possible financial settlement.

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