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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1906
Page
1
A derailment incident near Rom Station on Monday night injured several people and blocked lines. Report says a locomotive collision caused the damage with responders aiding victims and securing the area as investigators review the scene.
A severe railway wreck injures many and sends relief trains to Parkersburg. Conductor Pond Sebbt suffered fatal injuries. hospital patients receive care as investigators assess the damage and city traffic is disrupted in the aftermath.
A fire swept a Mobile hotel causing extensive damage and leaving many guests and staff homeless. Investigators work to determine a cause as residents seek temporary shelter and aid from local agencies.
A fragmented report describes a curious incident at a tower where a constable undergoes a transformation, seemingly reversing age. The readable text hints at a bizarre scene involving a pony and local reactions, with unclear names or places. Further details are obscured in the damaged OCR.
Brief notice indicates a Republican committee gathering to discuss Frank building matters. Details are unclear but event appears local and agenda driven with officials named in fragmentary form.
Insurance agent C R Steffner was arrested after failing to pay a $20 720 hotel board bill. Dow Coffman jailed him for nonpayment and court costs. Investigations linked payments for a note and rent disputes with Wilbert Race and Guy R Singel. A separate warrant charged Steffner with defrauding Singel of a board bill at the Trad hotel.
Hartford March 6 Associated Press says The Philippine Railway Company of Hartford filed a certificate of incorporation with the state secretary. Authorized capital stock is five million dollars. Arthur Le Shipman Charles W. Gress and Alethea W. Hyde are the corporate directors. The company plans to own and operate steam and electric light lines to the Philippine Islands and elsewhere.
A poker establishment run by William Hartman was raided amid mass arrests by the county sheriff Barker and about 30 officers. Dozens were fined for playing, with a court case and claims of political influence tied to the raid. Prosecuting Attorney Cyayer alleges city officials kept quiet. Mayor Lazier denies involvement.
A fragmented notice announces Hungarian independence celebrations on March 17. The item references Benwoods W. Vit and a gathering for service to Hungarians, with funds and an inauguration planned in Washington.
The Charles Town Society in New York formed an organizing committee to establish a West Virginian charity and social group in the city. Members include A. Welles Stump and Hy K Ambler, inviting former residents of Jefferson County to enroll as charter members at 26 Broadway.
Washington reports a meeting of the federation of labor leaders to discuss the coal situation. Key figures including James Mitchell of the United Mine Workers and Joe Corgan connected to Philadelphia newsrooms will participate, signaling a push to disclose and organize responses amid ongoing coal concerns.
Al Charleston reports that Vane, a 52 year old lumber buyer, was found dead in bed this morning at his site. Authorities investigate the death and pronounce the man deceased on scene.
An aged colored man named Thomke, 36, died in an incident at Clarkburg aboard a boat on March 6 at 2:30 p.m. He was found aboard the vessel and the cause of death or details are unclear in the report. The event appears linked to a boat mishap near Pelldehbe.
An Associated Press dispatch from Pokin reports that officials condemn warlike rumors spread by traitors seeking to separate China from friends. The edict urges safeguarding foreign missions and lives, promising severe punishment for those responsible. Troops have been sent to Chili province amid threats to Christians.
Maryland dispatch reports J I Monge Pisners of Baltimore pressing for right of way near Meyersdale as Baltimore and Ohio aims to block Wabash expansion. Wabash plans may bypass via Frostburg Meyersdale Connellsville, touching Clarksburg and other towns.
Oscar Straus, head of the national conference for reform in primary election laws and corrupt practices, said today that the clash between honest and dishonest publics seldom yields decisive wins. He cited Governor Folk, Mayor Weaver, and Senator Colby of New Jersey as examples.
Aiward Miller, an employee at the tin plate mills, met with a painful cut this morning while at work. The incident occurred during standard operations and likely required first aid on site. Further details on severity or injuries were not available.
Members of the Adeniram Masons meet at 11. A M. for an operal prevedra event. George Wilfemé leads the program with a feature on the night. A notable attendee is expected to attend the gathering in Marsh Feat.
Assoviabid Press reports Indiana and Ohio coal operators resist wage concessions sought by the United Mine Workers. They plan to meet Chicago and Cleveland peers to discuss proposals. Pittsburgh delegates prepare a conference in March to consider policy amid a weak coal market.
The Kingwood Journal praises U.S. Deputy Hupp for bravery while visiting town. It says he cruised the territory and aimed to subdue criminals, criticizing Prosecuting Attorney Pierce. The piece warns against threats and urges punishment for violations of town ordinances and laws.
Postmasters appointed amid a rivalry in Dallas where J. Dallas Simes, a prominent yet devout figure, spent years in service and influence. The brief note highlights the appointment within a local district and notes observers’ attention to the naming.
John J Dolan owns a farm on the West range with thirty cows and grade stock. The estate features clear springs, mountain streams, and blue grass with winter feed mostly raised. He recently bought a handsome wagon and provides prompt delivery while enjoying a steady, bustling local scene with notable places like Walker Tower and the Metis police hotel nearby.
A fragmented item notes authorities capturing a criminal in Cleveland. The garbled text references a governor and an official statement involving David P. Maxwell and alleged wrongdoing. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
United States Deputy Marshal E D Hupp moved Edward Anderson from the local jail to Kingwood jail Taradey morning to serve a thirty day term. The transfer followed transport to the jail and the holder expected to start confinement promptly.
An obituary from March lists Mrs Eliailbelly Lindeeyay, formerly of Hanson County West Virginia, born March 19, 1818, who died in Missouri February 8, 1906. It notes a long widowhood, mentions a surviving husband and many children, and refers to her life in Little Tunic Camp Thuridoe county and Holders Mo with details obscured by OCR.
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