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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1914
Page
1
Oyster Bay report says Colonel Roosevelt declined to endorse District Attorney Charles Whitman of New York for governor. He maintained his position and said there is nothing more to say, though further pressure from Progressive leaders was anticipated.
In Charleston on June 26 United Mine Workers began counting ballots from Kanawha region miners on the federal mediators plan for ending the strike.
Nick Cramer was arrested after noon Tuesday by a constable during the Monongah incident. He testified that his companion Reddy Thomas lent him the revolver and cartridges, leading to Thomas paying a $5 fine and six months in county jail for carrying a revolver. Cramer was remanded to jail in default of bond pending grand jury action.
The eighth annual West Virginia State Pharmaceutical Association meeting ended at Mt. Lake Park with a banquet at the Lock Lyn hotel. Clarksburg was chosen as next meeting site for early June. Officers elected include President Joe R. Elson, First VP O. D. Sturm, Second VP Grant Gravham, Secretary Bert Downs, and Treasurer Chay St. Clair Wheelmen. The report notes rising wedding activity and links it to state dry laws.
Gov Stewart of Montana asked that federal troops be moved from Fort Vancouver to Fort Missoula to prepare for possible trouble in Butte. Senator Myers reported unsettled conditions and potential outbreaks at any time, with no troops currently in Montana. President Wilson reviewed the request at a cabinet meeting.
The report to the International Sunday School Association convention states sex knowledge will be taught. Mrs Mohr and K Molir advocate a street level education to promote purity and righteousness, asserting it cannot remain inactive.
The state prosecutes Dora Gay Davis in criminal court for setting fire to a house in Industrial owned by J F Ma gen lz as the argument proceeds. Tinplate import data show U S arrivals dropping from 125 million pounds in 1902 to 4.5 million in 1912 while exports rose from 3.5 million pounds in 1902 to 12 million pounds in 1902-
In Wheeling West Virginia on June 26 intense heat is linked to two suicide attempts. A 23 year old Mrs Thomas Danlols shot herself in the breast and is likely fatally wounded. Mrs A L Padden attempted drowning in the Ohio River but was rescued despite her struggle.
A violent quake struck Prec Batavia in Java on June 26 causing widespread damage in southern Sumatra. The Dutch resident's offices and numerous buildings collapsed in Benkoslan the capital, interrupting telegraph and cable communications.
A wall of water swept through Fairmont area on June 26 flooding near Woodrow. Tolburd, a local resident, drowned during a rescue attempt at Elktos while Charles Isner, city officials and others escaped. Fire and police units responded as the city prepared a July 4 memorial.
The Rev. Sydney T. Ruck of Vir feet by 18 feet will be in the city to assist the rector and deliver sermons in Christ... The visit follows a trip by D. Winnon who returned from Winter Park.
Three persons are held without bail in Jefferson County Jail over the death of Alma Mumma of Hagerstown Maryland in Harpers Ferry West Virginia. Suspects are Stewart Hoffman and Birs Harry Rockenbaugh of Harper Ferry and Dr W Perry of Hultzown. County authorities say the girl died at Mrs Rockenbaughs home.
Twelve men convicted in dynamite conspiracy cases arrived at the United States penitentiary at Leavenworth after late night travel. They were processed with baths, shaves, new prison clothes, and shoes. Eugene Clancy of San Francisco and Frank Higgins of Borlton resumed work on constructing cell houses as their sentences began anew.
Rojas, Venezuelan minister to the United States, died in a Atlantic Highlands hotel New Jersey at age 83 from a long heart condition. He collapsed after a two week long illness with his secretary and valet present. the body will be sent to Washington.
Washington reports the sick rate for the week ending June 34 at Vera Cruz stands at 2.03 for the army and 2.30 for the marines, with a net decrease from the prior week. The War Department notes 43 hospitalised, 17 in quarantaine, and 62 incapacitated by disease or injury, including fewer malaria cases and lower intestinal illnesses.
Reeder takes a seat on the board of directors at the First Nations Bank of Suen LC following the death of Zale W. Young. The appointment fills the vacancy created by Young's passing.
Report from Fairmont on June 26 describes deputies seizing liquor from the Country Club of Fairmont and an ensuing dispute over tax and licensing. Members vow to fight the raid and defend the club’s status amid calls to pay assessments and settle accounts.
Salem Massachusetts reported a massive fire that destroyed more than 1,000 buildings along a semicircular district. One woman died, 10,000 homeless, and 6,000 tents plus 19,000 rations were sent to aid relief as Gov Walsh and state officials directed relief and patrols.
Ernest Dicknell national director of the Red Cross left for Salem to supervise relief work. The organization has sent $5,000 and aims to raise more. Ma bel Boardman chairs the national relief board and will travel to Salem. Mr Bick asked the Associated Press of Boston to offer services to the stricken city for relief and reconstruction.
A large field of starters gathers for three races at Elk Park tonight with amateurs, a free-for-all, and professionals planned. Out-of-town entrants boosted crowd excitement as Dana Davie of Harley-Davidson acts as starter and gas-lit lighting promises clear visibility around the track.
A board of directors meeting this evening will outline arrangements for the annual board meeting to be held about two weeks from now at the courthouse. The session will likely become a large town meeting to address pressing issues including transportation conditions hindering the city’s growth and plans for improvements.
A long West Virginia political chronicle describes a conspiracy to nominate Beall Hodges for Congress, detailing rifts among leaders like Watson, Chilton, and Neal. The piece alleges a coordinated effort, internal disputes, and shifting alliances shaping the Democratic nomination in the state.
The city of San Diego faces rising hunger as food shortages spread and authorities struggle to respond. Federal troops guard the area while orders allow some movements, and reports describe unrest and chaotic conditions among residents and military personnel.
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