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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1903

Page

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Jack the Rapper in Custody Amid Wild Chase and Mayhem

Newspaper reports a chaotic scene as officers pursue a man described as Jack the Rapper through West Pike addresses. The suspect allegedly caused disturbances at several homes, disrupted residents, and resisted arrest before being subdued by deputies. Various locals and officials are named in fragmented notes, with mentions of property incursions and a tense pursuit ending without immediate weapon use. The article also lists unrelated town movements and civilian activities observed that day.

James Monroe Jackson Jr. Dies of Heart Disease

Sudden demise of James Monroe Jackson Jr a prominent Parkersburg resident He was a member of Shattuck and Jackson Wholesale Company and held roles at Citizens National Bank and the Marietta and Interurban Railway company He was linked with local banking and commerce and noted as a cousin of Mosier Jackson The death occurred after a sudden illness at home last evening and the city mourns a leading figure in law and business in western Virginia

James Monroe Jackson, JR Parkersburg Srilbing Jueson Tie Fackanu Ty Armstrong Mosier Jacksion

Cook Company Annual Meeting Details and Officers

The Cook Coat rear plate meeting at Mead S concluded with election of officers and committee assignments. Treelent and other officials were named, including treasurer Charlee T from Philadelphia. An order was issued by the company to provide a summary of minutes and future actions at Meadowhtook.

Mead S Treelent Uveyell Mulledelphia Charlee T Ve Philadelphii Mie

Died From Whooping Cough in Northview Reading

An obituary note from Northview records the death of Mr. Mani and Mrs. Mani due to whooping cough. The service is set for Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Inimue church, with a fanepal Wall for the reading of the law and remaining reflections by Leblizegwopt,rae Joes.

Mani Northview Wednessay Rae Joes

ODD FELLOWS WILL FEAST AT CREAMERY FESTIVAL

The Odd Fellows plan a creamery festival tonight at their hall in Inia Ville with several members and others expected to attend. A large turnout is anticipated as meals and social activities are featured.

Inia Ville

Taken to Cook's Hospital After Errant Trip

Wesley Parker superintendent of the O Neil rant aubins took hia wily to Conk imapical me Valrmant Shiv gnokning. Hebert Shuttleworth went to Grafton stay bo we the stznet fae. Whitman left this morning for their home in St. Cloml Minn.

Wesley Parker O'Neil Aubins Hia Wily Conkimapical Hebert Shuttleworth Grafton Mr. Lutier Whitman St. Cloml Minn

Thirty-Two and the Week in Hart Over-Total Saturday Night

A mixed court recap from Greerock reports Thirty-Two prisoners handled at the weekend session. Fines range from five to three dollars with days added, including a torpelors racketeering case and a shooting indictment pending. Roy Green faces possible circuit court action. Dury Banks pled guilty to a charge amid a sentencing exchange.

Seasor Nile Casey Xine Polis Crile Greerock Roy Green Circuit Court Dury Banks Aix Floyd Robinson Harry Fulton Hyfar le Haney Harry Apie

Fairmont Triumphs In Tumultuous Hull League Clash

In a tightly fought game Fairmont edged Clarisburg with parity throughout. Day and McDonald stood out as Fairmont rallied late after initial setbacks, while Gat tint Inte tia and others struggled to keep pace as key moments defined the result.

Fairmont Clarisburg Yileyn Hull McDonald Seeemead Instal Ovatiot She Blesebers

Masons Attend Funeral of George Creel at Graiton

Masons gathered today in Graiton for the funeral of George W. Creel. Mrs Creel is noted as the state vice member of the Masonic order, with attendees including Mestre D and Teeds John B. Smith among others.

George Creel Graiton Mestre D John B. Smith Wallis George

Ice Cream Festival Social at St Mary Men’s Club

A locally organized ice cream celebration hosted by The Juvenile Foreign Missionary of the ME church at the resilience Var Dre building on June 3. All are cordially invited to attend the community event featuring socializing and refreshments.

Sant Ernsieg

Baby Girl 15 Buried After Tragic Night

In a grim incident, a 15 year old girl named Baby Girl was buried following a morning event near a residence on Maltberry Street. Authorities report a fatality connected to the prior night’s disturbance, with investigators at the scene and the case under police review.

Matlerry Woafeluek Fatermrat

Rev Cooke to Hold Services at Christ Church

Reverend Cooke, pastor of Christ church, will conduct services at Christ Church with a noon and evening program. The visit by Rev T Ta Gapleer from Sales includes a city stop for preaching at the church with notes on dates and times.

Chillchurch Motundaville Markolamys Carist Anwal Hare Rew. T. Ta Gapleer Sales

Death notice of longtime Singer Sewing Machine employee

A man dies after years with the Singer Sewing Machine Company, living near Belingtig in a farm setting. He had been hospitalized recently and leaves a wife and four children. His career included stationing at various points and a stint at Clarkebare trade. later he returned to work with the Singer company for about a year before leaving amid disputes.

Singer| Sewing Machine Company Hiss Belingtig Stbger ‘Sewing Machine Company Sis

Epworthians Close Meeting With Splendid Program and Reception

The Epworthians Local Chapter hosted a substantial program at WE Vil on June 24, featuring a reception for visitors, prayers, and an invited audience from several counties. The convention, led by Pres Preston, emphasized church repairs, spiritual addresses by Rev L N Reesant and T A Davis, and a social hour with refreshments, ending with a report of strong community support and a morning opening by Veg 1 of Fair tont.

Fyworth Cain Wight Gistriet Wetsel Preston Clarkslaers Ieee Servion Lbdainutes Hongiotiot Ae Opto Priyer Hideoh Peeidion Weleowne Die Haney Warner CE Lawbert Aulisiraily Tie Semintry Wol. Dixon Piytaburs Salem Ther Kyrenrthiane Gomeritios Tone Hawking Vice F. Kendall T. A. Davis Mansingtont Stra BT. Morgan Pine Grove

Delegation to Burnville District Convention Led by McDanel

A delegation from Endea4vorers traveled to Burnville in Hrastin County for the district convention. The party included Rev. BK McDunel and several women leaders such as Newin Quilon Garrett Alley Morris Wilmass Stout and Barrest, with Mrs John Barrest among attendees.

Christian Fa Burnville Hrastin County Widay Tomor Emupomoid Af BK McDunel Misses Newin Quilon Srtha Garrett Stary Berta Alley Vira Wilmass Martha Stout Susie Morris John Barrest

Wedding of Miss Emeline Carr Mason and Rev Guy Crook

A detailed society notice records the June wedding of Miss Emeline Carr Mason to Rev Guy Hamilton Crook of the Protestant Episcopal Church in Tisville Maryland. The ceremony was performed by Rev L A C LaRtoile with Bishop George W Peterkin and seminary dean Walker in attendance. A quiet, genteel reception followed with many local families and guests, mentioning guests from Ohio and Kentucky.

Tisville Emeline Carr Mason Gertrude Masn Airs Joseph In Carr Guy. Hamilton Crook Protestant Episcopal Church Lac LaRtolie George W. Peterkin West Virgina Walker His Theological Seminary Jane Trinity Clarksburg Richand T. Lowndes, Jr Welock Ev Er Mies McBouell Danelle Sonrrenir Mae Aim Moorr Mie Peter Kol- Tegan Lisise Fanant Todianapolis Etkbeige Orelock Mee T. Galen Mire Babve Walix Lilian Care Susie Maywell Mary Brown Jean Walker Cora Tanyon Seam Koblie Ganl Clara Roblezind Miss Woltes Ormiton Miss Mason Virginia Collie Dunes Martha Hugel Frost Teibeet Rabieganl Foreman Wallis Stalters Karty Garner Lislager Warmwales Salem Minnie’ Lyon Audrey Torry Milberry Street Wirelock BL McDanel

Dated Dedication Ceremony At Good Hope Hall

A special session of the Gram Loder opened for the paar pore with city officials including C. Wilyuds presiding. The Mast Worshipfulian oversaw the ceremony as Masons from the city attended, with several named participants listed among attendees.

Tye Namasome Dick Fontige Amd Acme Good Hope Westambay Gram Loder Paar Dal Iis City

Million Dollar Contract Bid Pursued by Firm Leader

Architect Colin of the firm is pursuing a million dollar contract in a tense bid. The scene centers on major negotiations, with mentions of office moves and a key meeting near Pine Close as the pursuit of the contract continues.

Aarchitvet B.colin Ment Uit Toure & Lafferty Jest

Fatal Accident in the Midnights at C Yard

William Herndon a Baltimore and Ohio brakeman died from injuries after being struck by a switching engine in the railroad yards at midnight He lingered until 6 4 am Wednesday at Harrison County hospital Friends at his bedside prayed and cared for him as burial plans were begun in Braxton County where his parents reside He had worked on the B and O for some time and was 22 years old at his death

Chrisbars Thacksess West Pike Olservet Hari Liv Althoagh Lowaides Laywailes Eich Maysterlonaly William Herndon Baltimore & Ohio Harrison Harrison County 4Dospits Thiany Snjarat Ind Kb, McDanel Elsie Rowe Kesler Hospital Herndon Pale Furniture Company Merion Hix Howers Uraterty Braxton County B&o Brakenan

Gas drilling activity reported in South Penn areas

Oil company South Penn reports multiple wells in Kolsow district Robinson inlet and Folsom area Indiana counties. Wells No. 34 40 on Robinson inlet show drilling and production. others drift on top of stray at SP No. 1 on Folsom and Robinson farms drill to depth with daily output. Hope Natural Gas observes gas presence near Lambertport area.

Kolsow South Penn ‘Oil Company Gandon Folsom Wetsr South Penn of Company SP. Starkey Farm CK Robinson Gonlom Amd Robinson Gonton Lamberport Hope Natural Gas Company Geil Shes AM. Rabinson Tiurminto

Davisson Church Sets Big Children’s Day Celebration

The Davisson's Rum Baptol community plans a large children’s day event next Sunday with preparations underway. The church building will be decorated prominently as part of the festivities and organizers have arranged for music and services to mark the occasion.

Davisson

G. A. R. Ladies to Meet in Wallace Circle

Captain Richard Wallace Circle of the G A R Ladies will meet Thursday June 23 at 8 p m in the G A R hall located in Moll buildings All members are requested to attend and bring dues and reports

Richard Wallace G. Aut

Band Concert by Oyeea Mouse Bard Defers Funds to Help Saniforms

An unreadable OCR note describes a band concert featuring the Oyeea Mouse bard to showcase local talent. Proceeds aimed to defray the cost of sew saniforms, with the date of the event to be announced later.

Zeigt

Real Estate Transfers Reported for Os McKinnay and Others

Ivannah Rise and others transfer 45 acres in Union district to Os McKinnay. Wet End Land Company transfers one city lot to Ashby and Monto.

Ivannah Rise OS McKinnay Goal Union District Wet End Land Company Ashby Monto City

West Milford Social Notes From Clarkstong Area

Local residents including Mr and Mrs Mowant Post and family visited Clarkstong, with Dr A J Kemper and others also noted. Business visitor Selby traveled to Fairmont, while Marple and others spent a few days in Takin Mere Charler tyne and Gurney Michael are returning from Washington. Mrs Charley Hole visited Duck deck, Ming Abian Shoppings noted, and A J Kemper attended Uarksbutzt Tuesday. The group planned a walk to the Wetzel county court house and attended the Masonic ball dedication in the afternoon and evening.

Mowant Post Til Hlaires Clarkstong Gene Dats Finer County Ste Olaston Dey Val Selby Tran Fairmont Takin Mere Charler Tyne Gurney Michael Washington Charley Hole Ming Abia Clarkshiing Marthe Post John 1 Bce Pike Mars Iss A. J. Kemper Uarksbutzt Ubrelitest Heimboe Cleft Sraith Pine New Wetzel County Court House Sive Frank Kelley Hope West Milford CF Tailey Olive

Fourth of July Excursion Tickets Between West Virginia Stations

The W. Va. CG. P. Rey Co proposes to sell excursion tickets for travel on July 4 and returning July 5, 190?. The offer covers all stations within the line and includes a special reduced excursion rate for the event.

W. Va

Incorporation County Clerk Cries Shinsegon Social Club

A local incorporation grants a certificate of vigoration to the Shinsegon Social Club for social and moral improvement and entertainment. Name listings include Lestie Hawker Robert Ro Hardesty Clits Le Haney and others. Witnesses note travel by Cecll B. Highland and various residents departing for events and visits.

Shinnston Hollen Shinsegon Social Club Jesse Lestie Hawker Robert Ro Hardesty Clits le Haney He 1 Canter 4. C. Hartley

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Jack the Rapper Will ‘O Meeder Bartleve Sean Beae Willison Geattow W. AcHletcher Westar Bn S. Smith New York Syracuse Alang Nidgara Falls Detroit Pittsburp Shattuck. & Jackson Wholesale Company Armstrong, Crislip, Day & Company Cook Company ODD Fellows Cook's Hospital Hart Hoa Kessler Hospital Epworthians Boll Ettvneh Tanniberpart Teimperatter Aress Dhinner Shitatan Stenior League Burnsville Braxton County Bellville, MD FL Carr Groom Guy Hamilton Crook Masonic Hall Grand Lodge of the State C. W. Lynch C. Yards Harrison County Hospital Zum- Derport West Milford News Cecll B. Highland Columbsia Nawark Ohio Gu Smith Gentiam Nina Wallis Tise Moe Spragg Camden Parkersbuerg Doenday Mise Naw McDowell Danviil Keely Driste Mra Richend Ty ‘Lownds, Jr Mies Wolf Philaselphis Jessie Percy Goll Ara Philemon Mr. Watson Mier Cornelio Taneeh
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