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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1906

Page

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Miner killed by train near Clarkston after dinner

Ernest Smith of Erleusines, age 38, dies when struck by a freight train at about 9 30 Sunday night while walking near his home. He is survived by a widow and five children. Funeral services set for Tuesday at Hope Baptist Church.

Ernest Smith Erleusines Terry Wolster Smith Pheemines Doati Ryan Wooster Pighbors Clifford-Oxhorne Company Clarksburg Hope Bah

Thorne Awards Cadetship to John B Smith

John B Smith, son of Mrs. John B Smith, received a cadetship at the Washington Virginia University from Senator A K Thorne. The Telegram predicts a prominent college career and brilliants prospects. Smith accepted the appointment Monday morning amid appreciation from his family and supporters.

Apia Smiths John B. Smith Iinia Universite A. K. Thom John Thorn Tolin

Mother and Child Die Within a Day in Pot Comfort

Charles Cross and his 29 year old wife died within a day from consumption in Pot Comfort. Their infant child, about fifteen days old, followed the mother in death. Mr Cross died around 3 o’clock Sunday afternoon. The remains will be interred at the Masonic cemetery with funeral services to be held at the fence.

Charles Cross

Mr Boggess Dead In City Funeral Planned

Ragneris M Boggess father of Bogpins of this city died at home in Fairmont Sunane from Brights disease at age 71. Funeral and burial occurred Monday afternoon at Fair Ton. He was a prominent business man in town and a member of the Pythian order.

Ragneris M. Boggess Bogpins Fairmont Sunane Bright Fair Ton Mont

Col Luther Haymond Seen Out Driving With Companions

Col Luther Haymond, in his 48th year, was seen out driving in the morning with Henry and Whoninn. Onlookers said he greeted them and appeared to be enjoying the day. He recently severed ties with a member and is reportedly in good spirits.

Luther Haymond Henry

Play by Play Tangles in Coastal City Note

Fragmentary report describes a Weston event with players, a doubleheader and a notable team lineup including D. P. Morgan and Begiah. Mentions Atlantic City and a five day spell, with unclear details on opponents, scores, or exact dates.

Annual Pichic Big Picnic Draws Local Members and Guests

A Sunday outing by Local No. 105 of the 3, T, Te, and friends drew hearty participation. The event featured a dinner, refreshments, lively contests between New York and Brooklyn teams, and enthusiastic remarks praising host E. V. Lowe of Reymann Brewing. The Glen Elke Mandolin Club provided music and plans for another gathering were hatched.

Ttine West Hiord- Rool Caret Local New York Brooklyn Tinta Froese York Pav. Kiggan A. J. Burkett Dallas E. V. Lowe Reymann Brewing Company

Court Keeps Busy As Week Opens In Circuit Court

Court actions this week include the Wairmans and Chickering Traction Company pleading guilty to causing a bad public highway near Wilsonliing with fines set. J Britt and J C Gargatt paid fines on traffic counts. Baltimore and Ohio case continued. Joseph Barnett admitted guilt to burglary and was fined. Ton Walle’s case for felonies was postponed. The State failed to convict Wells, and the jury in Davie’s indictment did not reach a verdict and was discharged.

Tage C. We-French Wairmans & Chickehing Traction Company Wilsonliing Aguar J. Britt J.C. Gargatt Baltimore & Ohid Joseph Barnett Ton Walle Mary Wich Trim

Emperor's Ter Riel Bond Mission Encounters Space Veil

Vin invites Conpreemiity aboard a mission at Emperie Wile June 25. A satellite motor is mentioned in a tale of bond and frontier travel. Mx Lnneworth meets the voyage, while Vtirie seeks thie yacht to dine with Riedeitas aboard.

Riel Bond Fie Atfortinon

Exposition of Browns at Sewell's Point and Craney Island Fight

An article recalls the Jamestown Exposition area near Sewell's Point in Hampton Roads and the 1813 British attack on Craney Island. It notes Craney Island as a detention station for contagions and describes Virginian militia defense that killed and repelled British forces, safeguarding Norfolk, Grispark, and Portsmouth.

Sewell's Point Hampton Roads Jamestown Cramey Ie Norfolk Portsmouth Craney Teland Eliabeth Coney Island Masikemond Paeaio Farlake Teland Te Moet Thy Constellation Nannemond Grispark Portemouth Craney Island

Coal deal closes on Birch River field sale

Attorney Fr Ov Sutton received a telegraph stating he closed the sale of 4000 acres of coal to the Berkeley County Company, including Faulkner and Walker parties, with profit to Sutton. The field lies on Birch river spanning Braxton and Nichols counties with a superb vein.

Ov Sutton C. 0 Sutton Martinsburg Tom Berkeley Aude Faulkner Sengler Faulkner Stuart Walker Attorney Sutton Birch River Braxton Nichols Counties

Watchman Dies in New Jersey Factory Fire

Washington reporting from June 25: the New Jersey plant of the Washington Manufacturing Company burned today. Watchman William Conk perished in the blaze, with a loss estimated at seventy thousand dollars.

Washington New Jersey Washington Manufecturing Company William Conk

Miners at Cairn Mine Attend Weekend Assembly

Report from the Cairn mine region notes a Saturday contest and Sunday morning meeting among miners. A group of 9 to 12 men faced disturbances, some armed with knives, leading to an appearance-related confrontation. No fatalities or clear outcomes are detailed in the fragment.

Fordim Cairn Ildunus

End of Finger Ends Ward’s Newsroom Career

A linotype operator at the News office suffered a severe hand injury Saturday evening when the end of the middle finger of his right hand was amputated near the machine. He will be away from his duties for several weeks during recovery and treatment.

Frank Ward Linwtype Nperstar

Buried at Lost Creek Salem Remains of Mex Truman Taken for Burial

Remains of Mex Truman Cinther in-law of Samuel B Bond of Salem were moved to Lost Creek Sunday for interment at the Seventh Day Baptist Cemetery in Salem. Nearby residents and attendees included Me Sullivan Mt. Clare and Davis Salem. Also noted are local social mentions and a notary appointment for George M Hoffieinser and a Baltimore area congregational event at Sunday night.

Mex Truman Samuel B. Bond Salom Salem Lost Creek Isiter Seventh Day Baptist Me Sullivan Mt. Clare Davis Denny Cork Mt Clare Mendany Mies Anna Ward Webeter Springs George M._Hoffieinser Guyer Danyons Arimthart Inne Balem

No Right To Regulate Insurance Says Senate Panel

A Senate Judiciary Committee report concludes Congress has no authority to regulate the insurance business. The absolution instruction directs inquiry into congressional power, stating the reason and outcome remain under consideration.

Associated Press Washington Congress Senate Committee On Judiciary Comiitt Waere Nator Spooner Congres

Northview Belle jailed for trespass in vacant house

Gertrude Moneypenny, a white woman, and Alfred Lewis, a black man, were arrested by Officer Nelson after being found in a vacant Monticello Avenue home. The mayor sentenced Moneypenny to thirty days and Lewis to thirty days with a twenty dollar fine each, citing disputed testimony and alleged occupancy.

Gertrude Moneypenny Northview Gertrude Alfred Lewis Carnon Monticello Avenue Nelson

Envoy Harrison to Visit Clarksburg Salvation Army

Envoy Harrison, a well known preacher and man of God, arrives in Clarksburg to lead a meeting at the Salvation Army headquarters 202 Pike Street. He is expected to speak with urgency and call residents to a warm welcome during his stay this week.

Ben. Harrison Salvation Army Orrivat Oyeuis Harrison Clarksburg Pike Street Thieety

Meat Dealers to Be Indicted in Indianapolis Market Case

Dr Murty Secretary of the Blade Board of Health and Chemist Ba, acting on advice of Dr Tiny Tavis, presented to Judge Fremont Alford and Prosecutor Charles Benedict the result of 85 analyses of meats sold in the Indianapolis city market. Meats were found to contain preservative chemicals and prosecutors plan to pursue charges. Health officials expect convictions.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind Murty Blade Board of Health Tiny Tavis Richmond State Board of Healt Miller Tudge Fremont Alford Charles B. Benedict Stan Board of Health

Mine Workers Get a Charter

West Virginia mine workers won a charter to establish a wage scale and benefits plan in Ohio. The Associated Press report from Charleston notes the action aims to fit pay and benefits for workers. Local names and scattered movements are mentioned as part of the coverage.

Associated Press Charleston W. Va Wine Workers West ‘Virginia Ohio Marshall

Pretty Operetta to Be Given at The Yperitomy Thursday

Much interest centers on the operetta presented by Misa Cure M. Atchison at the yperitomy next Thursday. The plot follows Somnia and Porter's misadventures in Fairy Land with the Queen forgiving all and forgetting the events at the end.

Misa M. Atchison Synopaie Ag Somnia Porter Ie Daily Inspector Madam’ Blue Porter Skip Madam Blue Gairy Land Fairy Land

Scott's Hearing Postponed Again in Ridgeway Murder Case

The Abe Scott murder hearing for George Ridgeway at Industrial has again been postponed to a day next week. Prosecution witnesses were present but could not provide a stenographer and requested more time. Judge Riley granted the continuance citing other criminal cases demanding attention.

Abe Scott George Ridgeway Industrial Tie Pinton

Ben Rankin jailed over board bill charge

Ben Rankin was arrested and jailed Sunday evening by Constable Coffman on a charge of jumping and board bill. The warrant was issued by J. J. Motz, who runs a boarding house at Industrial. Rankin is held awaiting a hearing Tuesday evening before Squire Mame Gardéti er.

Ben Rankin Coffman J. J. Motz Industrial Keith Squire Mame Gardétier

Epworth Teague Social at Golf Methodist Church

Epworth Teague hosts a social at Golf Methodist church on Theeday night with a fine literary and musical program. Free refreshments, a silver offering at the door, and all are invited per the Telegram program.

Epworth Teague Golf Methodist Church Evry Oine

No Game Postponed By Union Park Dispute In City

A scheduled Wednesday game between city teams was canceled due to failure of local colored management to secure Union Park. Great Commander W T Blanns of Pittsburgh will speak at a meeting on Tent Sa 19. Republican nominations discussed by Chr John W Carpenter during a Salens visit. Captain John Smith, veteran railroad conductor, attended events in Tost Crogk Mosday.

Ween Seal Teen Union Park Atrea W.T. Blanns Pitteburg Knights of the Maccabers John W. Carpenter Salens John Smith Veteranycailroadsconduecior Teertrom i Tost Crogk Mosday

Training School Commencement List Delivers Names

The commencement program lists speakers Rev J M Bean and Rev Cochran among others. Graduates include Jennie Butler Antoinet Littleton Estella Jones West with Miss Naniel Butler as secretary and Miss Jennie Littleton as treasurer, ushers named.

Vane Pricy Smill Ap Fecktin J. M. Bean Abe Arsined Nusee Taly Rose Jessie Wileou Grovting Cochran Sao Elizabeth Bowyer Addis Turner Chas Bacing Beiaidan Rey E.R. Baaters Finele Butler Jennie Antoinet Littleton Estella Jones West R. Weet James Hayes Walter Dan Fila Alexander Stepteall Migs R. A. West Naniel Butler Mise Jennie Littleton Claps

County Court In Session Resigns, Appointments Noted

County court was in session again Monday. The resignation of Ellis 47. Marah ne guardian of Guy and Selda Marsh, 'vie accepted a Virgil L. High land, was appointed in his stead. Crile was appointed administrator of the personal estate Mire Mary Grit. The hearing of the case of A. Jackson and others against Fr. Boyle, administrator of Martha Jackson, deceased, was resumed.

Ellis Marahne Guy Selda Marsh Vie Virgil L. Highland Crile Mary Eoe Inn A. Jackeon Fr. Boyle Martha Jackeon

Dance at the Park Casino Tonight Promises Pleasant Evening

A large dance at the Park Casino tonight from 8 10 to 9 30 oclock features Wells orchestra providing music. Street car service will be good and the event is expected to be well attended and enjoyable with a delightful program.

Park Casino Wells Orchestra

Ice dealers sentenced in Toledo court for bank cash scheme

Five ice dealers from local companies were convicted in Pleas court and fined 6000 dollars each. Judges indicated fines could be reduced if restitution is made. Names include Joseph Atu and R A Beard, with H Brein ingwell Barber and H Waters among those who pleaded guilty.

Associated Press Toledo Compani Wae Verve Fu ‘Pho Joxoph Atu R.A. Beard R-C-Lermon H.-P. Breiningwell H. Waters

Marriage Licenses Granted to Scritchfield and William

A marriage license was issued on Monday to Nathaniel Scritchfield and Jessie D. William, formalizing their union in the county records. The couple filed the required documents and will celebrate per existing local regulations.

Nathaniel Scritchfield Jessie D. William

Infant Berry Viet Dies of Brain Fever

Little child named Berry Viet infant daughter of Mr and Mrs John H Viet died Sunday from brain fever. The body will be shipped to Ohio Tuesday morning for burial.

Berii Berry Johm H. Viet Maine Ohio Burk

Change of Pictures at Nickelodeon Choosity x Servant

There is a change of pictures at the Nickelodeon featuring Choosity x Servant. A Wi jeamae will be run the first half of the week and will draw lady J. B. Cirs of Burnaville. The text mentions wire operations and various names with unclear context and broken phrases.

Nickelodeon

Notorious Arlington Hotel Raided in Glen Ber

The Arlington hotel in Glen Ber was raided Saturday night. Proprietor A He Stoffer and four others were taken to jail after warrants were served. Two women pleaded not guilty to vice charges, while others admitted to parts of the wrongdoing as officers watched the establishment.

Arlington Glen Ber Sale Saaleigh Bs Gofman Anni Rn Rani Squire Gordon Avidy-Hibed Shotler Yleigh Hinyeen At & O'Vlock Artinge Brotler

Booth Tucker Married in London Ceremony

Commander Booth Tucker and Miss Minnie Reid were married today at Tottenham. General Booth officiated the ceremony.

Associated Press London Eng Booth Tucker Afiss Minnie Reid

Rodgers Wins Big at Buffalo Tracks

Claude Rodgers of this city and Elip Vance of Fairmont travel to Buffalo for races. They show success in the meet with strong performances and clear lead in several events, including a standout effort on a favorite at good odds.

Claude Rodgers Elip”. Vance Fairmont Tultaly Renee Acee Buffalo Tracks

Deal Closed On Purchase Of Goementa By Sturm & Wilsons

Deal closed as Slayton and Bryan finalize the purchase of the Goementa brand from Sturm and Wits. Negotiations were noted Saturday and the new owners took charge Friday morning, with goods remaining at Sturm and Wilsons store on Main Street.

Burglary Attempt Reported on Water Street

A burglary attempt occurred Saturday night at the home of Anthony Donahue on Water Street. A stranger was caught by a passerby at 8 o'clock trying to raise a window. The intruder fled when frightened by Mr. Donahue and again returned at 2 o'clock, but was driven away by Mr. Roe.

Anthony Donahue Water Street Tim Dongshee Avenue Roe

Local resident Hin Joo Swdih arrested after drunken incident

Report states Hin Joo Swdih of Pisnickianick was apprehended by authorities after a disturbance in Samiy amd allegedly drank beverages at a public area. He faced public intoxication charges and remained in custody following the incident.

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