Stole Carter’s Team In Turbid Horse Theft Case
A juvenile thief named Lige Carter stole a two horse team and buggy from Carter’s store area on Tuesday afternoon. chased by three men from Barbour county, he was later captured near Craig and taken to jail with his brother Frank implicated in the incident. The boy, later released after a public scrubbing and parental admonition, had only ten cents when he left home and faced warnings to behave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miree O'Elock
Philipp Renil
Tio
Bucklannon
Barbour County
S. W. Gordon
Thant
Smooth of Brushy Fork
Craigmoor
John Fallon
Barbour
Cirter
Marry Gorden
W. Gordon
Gordon
Carter
paniLmet
Tim
Gorden
Craignirest
Gorton
Monty
Frank
Point Comfort
Lige
Mnther
Sustice Gord
Justice Gordon
Tige
George Whitehart
Tage
Tooke
Promigal
Pigott Falls From Balcony at Waldo Hotel Building
Shortly before noon Wednesday Dr W Pigott tripped and fell from a balcony at his drug store in the Waldo hotel building. Clerk Timbert Murray rushed to aid him as the large crowd dispersed. Pigott suffered a broken leg and arterial injury. Dee Pigott was only slightly hurt in the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Pigott
Cand
Waldo Hotel
Timbert Murray
Dee Pigott
Farmers Bank Statement and Growth Noted
The Telegram reports that Farmers Bank publishes its financial statement and notes growing strength in its business. Officials indicate increasing finances and rising activity, signaling continued expansion in Western business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Bank
Miss Eleanor Bickford Visits Ancestral Home
Parkersburg resident Miss Eleanor Bickford visited ancestors in Elk district last week. She toured the historic Bowen home once owned by Major Wilmin Hagmond and tied to early Hagmond lineage dating to 1792. The dwelling sits on land conveyed to Sidney Waymond by will and sparked interest in family history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Bickford
Parkersburg
Henry Hagmond
Bowen
Elk District
Wil- Minin Harsmond
Sidney Waymond
Eon
Will Thohomer
Nwoyameestur
Muir Dead and Motorsport tale noted in era brief
The report notes the death of Muir and mentions a Camar event in Extononl Mmyn with a Maple Tet classification. It describes an automobile contest where a driver won on the Sarthe circuit, marking a notable motorsport moment of the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thronta
Alexnailer
Thor
Camar
Olemars
Fiiner
Dune She
tnTiy
Prre
Sarthe
Orderly Lee DS Sudden Death in Fairmont Home
Orderly Lee, a native of Clarksbury, known locally, died suddenly at his sister Mrs J J Bowie’s home in Fairmont at 12 40 Wednesday. He woke with indigestion and collapsed shortly after retiring. He was about 55, with a brother in West Milford. He worked at J T Treys shore shop in Fairmont and had lived there for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee
Clarksburg
J. J. Bowie
Faimout
West Milford
J. T. Trrey
Fairmont
Boyle Wins The Chase In Probate Case
The county court ruled in favor of James B. Boyle as administrator of Martha Jackson’s estate after a dispute over removal and confirmation. Irvin Jackson Sr waived appointment and the estate was assigned among heirs, with claims of undue influence involving a portion given to Mrs. Bumgardner. The five day trial centered on these assignments and motions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treii A. Tickeon, Jr
James B. Boyle
Marthe
Jackson
Boyle
Irvin Jackson, Sr
James Ty
Vis
John
Mit
Eller Jackson
Edward Henry Acquitted in Revolver Case on Appeal
Edward Henry, colored, was acquitted Wednesday afternoon in circuit court on an appeal from a lower court, charged with carrying a revolver unlawfully on April 5. He testified the weapon was for self defense after being threatened by another man. The remaining felony case against Thomas Ser belle was continued to the next term. BR Harbert versus B&O Railroad Co. was dismissed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Henry
Jaetes Harré Gorden
Tast
Vime Willem
Hhreate
Thomas Serbelle
BR. T. Harbert
Benson Chosen as Wesleyan College Leader
The Wesleyan University at Burkhan becomes West Virginia Wesleyan College in a long historic commencement. Prof Jelley retires as director of the Conservatory of Music and Prof Berwen takes over as director and teacher. Beem fund hunt and Trinds Conservatory ties noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesleyan University
Birkhannon
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Word University
Jelley
Convervatory of Music
Freder
Berwen
Tolée
Beem
Trinds Convervatory of Music
New York
Men Fired The Grazeelli Chemical Company Line
Discharges at Grazeelli Chemical Company line and payment disputes were heard Monday in Grascelli. Justice GN Kollman ordered refunds for several claimants while noting the failures in the prior warrants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grazeelli Chemical Company
Violent earthquake shocks reported in Cardiff Wales
An Associated Press report from Cardiff Wales describes violent earthquake shocks felt throughout the area this morning. Houses rocked and chimneys toppled while occupants fled as windows cracked and street disturbances occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cardiff
Wales
Maxwell Fired by Regent Board Morgantown
June 27 report says law students petitioned Regent Board of the university for Edwin W. Maxey but he was again rejected for associate professor of the law school. Local patrons from Point Pleasant and Tyler County pursued postings through Professor Fogg or Judge Pugh but the board appears likely to fill the post with the rival candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgantown
Board of Regents
Edwin W. Maxey
Law School
Bia Peta
Iain Avail
Proftsfogg
Point ‘Pleasant
Pugh
Tyler County
Cohimbie
Mrs Gill Dies Near Barnes Crossing at 68
Mrs. Gill died Tuesday near the Barnes crossing from stomach trouble. She was 68 years old. The funeral will be Thursday at 2 pm with interment at Elkview cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Gill
Tyesday
Barnes Crossing
Elkview Cemetery
Unclear ancient dispute sparks village turmoil in hollow
In Swike Hollow a disturbance erupts as two families clash over a presumed grievance. Rumors ignite fear and anger among residents while the magistrate hears testimony and attempts to calm tensions, with the case ending unresolved.
Local Elkcom Gains 6 Members
The Clarksturg lodge of Bike last verge held a initiation ceremony with six new members inducted into the order. Names listed include lack White Candy Wood Nicos BEF Gee Weston John Di Bord Salem Ferd enor Lumberport and John W Ronagh. The event featured a social session and music by Prof. Crows orchestra.
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Clarksturg
Vhs
Bnale
Lack
Nicos
Bef
Gee
Weston
John di Bord
Salem
Ferd ¥Enor
Lumberport
Tucox
John W. Ronagh
Happy Ben Arrives to Enthusiastic Welcome
Envoy Benjamin Harrison in a thinly reported city arrives amid Salvation Army work since January. He will stay a week or five days and attend a street meeting on Pike Street this evening. A grand welcome meeting is planned at the hall at 8 oclock with Everglinde invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Harrison
Tate
Thin City
Lero
Fourth of July Races Attract Many Entrants
The New Fair Association announces a large entry pool for the Fourth of July races. Entries continue to grow with many Ohio horses listed and names from Clarksburg, Bridgeport, and surrounding towns. A 220 yard trot is featured among the day’s events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Fair Association
Evera
Vapia
Ohio
New Shoe Emporium Opens in Former National Bank Rooms
The Davis Shoe Company opens a modern store in Main and Thindeireety occupying former bank frontage. Manager Davis, an experienced dealer, leads a team including Ray Ogden formerly of Osburn Shoe. The spacious shop features large stock and contemporary fixtures, with strong customer turnout on opening day.
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Davis Shoe Company
Eee
Btalé
Frag Davis
TM. Flintley
Fairmont
Ray Ogden
Osburn Shoe Company
Hoa
Stlecesta
Court Handles Alleged Assault Involving Local Youths
Last night a warrant was sought for Bob Calloway over an alleged assault on Virta Williams. Witnesses testified Hodges claimed fear as the group approached Fourth Street Bridge, but others insisted no threat was made and the matter centered on attempted conversation. The court heard statements from Hodges, the girl, George Miller, and Bob, with contradictions about the encounter and a thrown stone. The warrant was denied pending further proof of guilt.
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Bob Hodges
Squire Taree Gordon
Jower
Anid
Bob Calloway
Fa Williams
Thovizen
Glen Fkrostadtran
Galloway
Main
Chestnut Street
Hodges
Bol
George Miller
Bobi Tunck
Bobi
Hodger
Bob
Mier
Miller
Dias
Hovdzer
Layne
DC Fellows Elect Officers
Adolphia Lodge No 8 Independent Order of Odd Fellows held its annual election Tuesday night with officers named including De Kat Wilson antile grand James Hemterson fire grand Dr A O Flowers eset William Bi Tawi wa Lowis and Dr cee Wien.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adolphia Lodge
Hostage Drama Delays Trial in Wertut Miss Case
A fragmentary report from Wertut Mississippi notes a postponement of a trial following the death of a person in custody. Coroner's actions and the night scene involving witnesses are cited as factors in delaying proceedings set to resume after the fatal incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wertut
Joram
Jake
Tract Company In Them Traction Company In Them
In West Virginia a long dispute over a rail right of way involved injunctions between the Short Line and Baltimore & Ohio concerns. Attorneys warned of further action as court proceedings touched on a claimed donation of land for railroad use and a disputed road bed linking to city access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarkana
Colonel Jackson
West Virginia
Baltimors Ghip
Ikaburg
Gaye
Toraie
Hana Wan Pit
Traction Comi
Hin J
Lynch
Circuit
Jiue
Short Line Railroad Company
Baltimore & Ohio, Company
July Only Special Sales Announced by Watts Lanie Co
The Watts Lanie Co announces July daily special sales starting Monday July 2 at 9 am. Each day features one item at reduced price for one day only. Also scheduled are Saturday After Supper sales with a musical feature and a special can.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watts-Lanie Hon! Co
Clarkelure
Aoe
Welle Archoetra
Showalter and Blaney Urgently Call Meeting Attendees
Showalter of Tay Pee ceee te Wret Virginia and Wesomite of Pitsburg invite members of a Pennayivanen organization to attend his meeting. The note urges urgent attendance and notes a need for reconciliation and discussion among participants.
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Showalter
Tay Pee
Virginia
Wesomite
Pitsburg
Pennayivanen
Fer
Bety Dee
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Muir
Prof. Benson
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Regent Board
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Brake
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DY Parr
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Bridgeport
Pitt Howitt
Oster
Saploe
Grakelli
Will
Johnson
Chirlaburg
Joyce Star
Frank Nondeick
Latieville
Ty Walter Willis
Pach
Emma L
Acton Bell
Emily Matagorda
Minnie Wellingt
Maxwell Boy
Haymond
Larketnee
Amon Sommers
Clarkburg
Sfohnson
Olerkenarg
Wileen
Clacksturg
Willis
Mipk Hedrick
Lonavite
Eddie Stull
Thie
Cork
Clarkin
Damien Sommers
Clarkeburg
Will Johnson
Clarkslire
di Steele
Westone Nae
Frank Hock
Operetta
P. Stpaned
Showalter and
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