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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1909
Page
1
Readable OCR fragments describe Last Day preparations for a large parade in Washington including estimates of 100000 marchers and involvement of governors from 34 states. Details mention arrival of units from many directions and a Roosevelt dinner with Taft. emphasizes national rehearsal and public gathering.
In Elkins on March 8 the Democratic ticket won the mayoral race by a large margin. The council will consist of Bord Wees as mayor and councilmen A H Glenn William Gulland Ira Poling Dick Stalaker and O J King. The result shows eleven parsons and a brewery going out of business.
Four miners died in a Gullmend mine accident in Montana due to a premature discharge. Mrs Feeney and Mrs Crowley mourn the losses as investigators probe the fault and safety measures.
Report from Indianapolis March 3 states a baseball game score of 21 to 12 amid political notes. The article blends sports with a senate item and mentions players such as Brotley, Mars Aida, and PaaStaatlie in a terse, fragmented summary.
Muddled text shows Sheldon acting as a detective with legal trouble. A heavy fine is imposed for unlawful writings and a whiskey incident linked to Parkersburg is noted. Names include Mayor Ben Jo Mey and G E Warfons Tew, with references to local county and city officials.
The readable text lists numerous individuals and couples attending a gathering at Charlestown with mentions of family names and affiliations. It notes departure times and a voyage plan, including a trip from Falemour and references to a threshing or festivity. The fragmentary article preserves the social roster and event timing without full context.
The Alpha Portland Cement company, part of a cement trust, bought a plant at Marysville near Morfantown and Kingwood rail lines for about a half million dollars. Repairs to the facility totaled $250,000, and payroll supports 200 workers with a planned increase to 400 as operations resume.
Harrisburg March 3 The resignation of United States Senator Philander C Knox from Pennsylvania was received by Gov Stuart. The document will be transmitted to the legislature tomorrow with a March 16 deadline for election of George Oliver of Pittsburgh to fill the seat.
Tom Fitzgerald formerly general manager of the railroad and receiver of the Norfolk and Southern is reported to be improving in health at the Church Home and Infirmary in Baltimore. He plans to go to Atlantic City to recuperate before resuming active duties.
The Supreme Court assumed jurisdiction on the case of Goshorn against the Wheeling Metal Foundry Co of Wheeling. Other decisions affirm A C Helmigh versus Tucker county court, Williams v McKain against B and O Railroad from Marion County, and reverse Holyman v Kanawha and Michigan Railroad from Kanawha County.
A 17 year old girl from Philadelphia seeks Navy duty as the Secretary of the Navy reports an application for service. The filing indicates a desire to wear the uniform and serve under the flag.
In Rome on March 1 a papal physician notes the Pope’s health is fragile in a private chapel setting. Reports suggest reluctance to alter personal habits, with observers unsure when public duties may resume.
In Notanapolis Mid, March 2 a bill described as passing by a greater majority than prior estimates drew support in the house. The vote tally was 56 to 39.
Readable fragments reference multiple names, places, and events including local figures and a public matter. The text mentions Lorton and Portis with scattered names such as Murph and Tomasi amid a chaotic scene, suggesting a historical crime or public incident background.
Mrs Feeney, long time Parkerespace resident and devout St Xavier parishioner, dies after years of community service. Survived by children Michael Feeney, Mrs Margaret Peeney, and several relatives including Mrs Michael Crowley of Clarksburg and Mrs Charles McFarland of Marietta. Hundreds mourn her passing.
Fragmentary notes describe a property transaction involving a field option granted to a party named Noxpiaben, with subsequent approval and a deed bound to a sequence of dates between 2007 and 2020. The text mentions coal, references to Washington and Mori, and vague figures tied to levies or valuations within an unclear legal context.
In Sew Martinsville on March nine negotiations push toward starting a Magnolia Window Giants plant. Manager Joseph Grant, previously heading the company, has worked from Wheeling in recent months and reduced barriers by contacting potential partners nationwide. In Fairmont on March three United States authorities report a related property sale involving 135 workers and local residencies near the Stellin settlement.
Paris dispatch says Jacobites in Europe and the continent prepare a demonstration to proclaim Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria as King England and to declare King Edward an impostor.
George L Swenteel qualifies Wednesday as guardian of Paul Swenteel and Linirk Swentzel intestate heirs of the deceased with bond set at $1,000. The article notes the appointment and filing details.
A garbled report notes Margix Myrod TiHwerick of Ohio being declined for a top position near the presidency under Taft in Washington D C. It signals a lost chance at a high government role.
The document reports Hon Frank lin StacVeurh, President of Tart, and Secretary of the Treasury, transferring his trains mneprenis to cory wees tiem 1 whet Bis weit Se Ane Hest. The report notes a be pietbeie tree Tee Urey Bn in connection with the transfer.
A narrow 176 to 72 tally sets the stage for Indiana to again press for a pivotal state measure. The result prompts renewed debate over the upcoming legislative moves and political strategy in the capital.
A garbled Mar 7 report from New York describes a death by own action connected to a dog. Names and specifics are unreadable. the fragment hints at a court or medical finding and an unidentified individual.
In Huntington a contractor signals immediate resumption of duties after delays tied to a long stalemate. About eight hundred men are expected to be shipped to key yards in Ohio and Wyoming as work restarts following extended stoppages.
A crowd of about 2,000 gathered at Grand Central Station as James J. Jeffries arrived. Spectators cheered wildly and urged him to continue his march, though specifics of his plans remained unclear.
Los Angeles report notes the Romonay yacht with a party led by Mitor WJ De boroueh departed today bound for a treasure voyage seeking 17 million Durie. The event is described with limited readable details from the damaged text.
Rene Govan, daughter of Ethel Govan of Fous Street, died on Tuesday. The funeral will be held Thursday at 4 p.m. with services at Central Cemetery chapel.
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A cited source reports Taft announcing a new secretary of the navy amid cabinet reshuffles. Wintrop and Scemptd Ake are mentioned in the brief item with limited readable detail.
A garbled note references Dr. Giusepper a deputy for Messina and a wide world news collection. The fragment suggests a transfer of a collection and mentions a broader effort tied to newspapers and earth related matters.
A garbled report from San Marcos city notes seven prisoners in a facility raising fears. Michael Odin, referenced in fragments, appears tied to a discovery or internal momentum. Authorities urge calm as details remain unclear.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an arts item with names Wifaiy Sheil and several garbled words. No clear event, date, or organization available to identify a coherent news item.
A broken note from the Prestcot meeting mentions a shove during proceedings. No further names or locations are clearly readable. The fragment suggests disruption but lacks verifiable details or outcomes.
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