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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1906
Page
2
Notice to merchants outlines where to find the Daily Telegram and where to hand copy for ads. It lists several news stands on Pike Street and warns copy must be submitted by Wednesday noon each week to ensure same day publication.
Clarksburg June 28 1906 Rev L B Moore retires from Broaddus principalship and moves to Parkersburg. He steadied a discorded school, achieved growth and is praised for his work. Fourth of July plans in Clarksburg promise home entertainment with baseball and a fair. West Virginia Educational Association meeting at Fairmont highlighted high schools and wages. Pennsylvania Democratic state convention drew low interest amid party defections, boosting Republican prospects.
Local management planned midweek action at Union park but plans collapsed. No games until Sunday when Mononga comes. Next week promises one good game likely Thursday. Managers question securing a team. free tactics admitted. After beating Parkersburg Nationals, the Fairmont Times bids farewell to local fandom and teachers, doubting future meetings with Parkersburg’s best.
At tomorrow night’s city council meeting the water works question should be handled with care to avoid the blue slip. The board of trade is urged to attend and cooperate with the council for prompt relief. The Ohio Democratic primary produced a cautious showing, raising doubts about a strong county year. Farmers report good crops and a hopeful season despite Democratic critics. In Pa, Democrats praised Bryan but avoided full endorsement in the state platform. Tom Haymond from Fairmont reports local baseball prospects, with Fairmont claiming the largest grounds in the U.S. at 500 by 520 feet, signaling cautious future optimism. Deeds recorded include transfers in Clarksburg, Shinnston, and Grant district. The East Clarksburg contact markets hint at local real estate activity.
The Fairmont Times notes Huntington appears uncertainly labeled, prompting questions on why Fairmont uses its name in an unclear way. The piece suggests Bryan gains no traction from the Pennsylvania Democratic platform as read.
Memongah lists lineup for Sundays game with Fortye and Calvert M on field, Trader 3a, Vance Shultz at pitcher, McCune if, and Homnicker in the squad.
The death occurred at his home Monday evening of Patton, a well known local resident near Shionston. He had been ill for several minutes with a complication of diseases, and his death was not unexpected. He had a grandchild about 15 years old. He is survived by a widow and several children.
A candidate declares for State Senator subject to the Republican Senatorial Convention. The appeal asks for voter support. The text references a health claim and a physician's endorsement. It cites Foley's Kidney Pills and a Branchion, Pa. correspondent, illustrating a plea for vitality and trust.
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