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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1909

Page

1

Cabinet Members Sworn In Amid Ceremony and Attendees

The cabinet took the oath of office this morning as about a hundred attendees gathered in the executive hall. Prominent figures including the city’s collector and others were noted among the gathering, with Senate adjournment following the ceremony.

Ford Mtarch Ds Jon Tujcalted Chietates G' Nox Hitehevekee Ayilsor BopBto Gana AmioNg Wilnee Drs New York Beekman Dito le Asalathat Senate

PrisonerTransfers In County Court Proceedings

A garbled report notes inmates moved to a county jail after a transfer from Clarkshire. Writs issued March 4 authorize appearance for a watchman case in Gordon's court next week.

Great Host Welcomes Visitors in Washington on March Day

In Washington on March 6 a wave of travelers filled trains bringing strangers to the capital. Officials estimate about two thousand visitors occupied the area, with city activities centered on web-weelg day events and related attendance. In Moundsville on March 6 the Dr Charles McCracken murder case verdict was returned. He was found guilty of second-degree murder for killing his child and injuring his wife, with a potential 5 to 18 year penitentiary sentence.

Washington, D. C Warried Hinbrypal Moundsville Mar Charles McCracken

Court land debate shifts power to Supreme Court

In Pocombus March air the Senate debates a proposed appropriation bill about delegating private sector control to the Supreme Court. The piece hints at government power shifts during a period of uncertain leadership and court authority.

Pocombus Air Weeme Senate

Waldo hotel to host Sabbath luncheon and music events

The Waldo hotel plans a special Sunday luncheon with music by Crow’s Orchestra from 12:30 to 2 and 6:30 to 9, in the American planning hall balcony overlooking the dining room. If popular, the luncheon will become a regular feature with dinner served from 5 to 8. Prices are 60 cents for luncheon and dinner combined.

Waldo Windrrdy Will de Muide Heamer- Jenn Crow

Sheldon Jailed For Enforcing Local Option Law

A former Civic Lensus agent in Murfetta was jailed after actions tied to enforcing the county local option law. He allegedly prevented Parkerburg booze sales and faced arrest leading to incarceration, with critics accusing him of aiding illegal activity and endangering youths.

Frank Sypldon Clarksurg Sherlock Holmes Marietta Barsy Sheldon Civic Lensus Tow County Parkersburg Murfetta Minura Dla

Temperance Federation Event At First Baptist Church

The Young People’s Temperance Federation holds a temperance meeting at the First Baptist Church on Sunday. The federation unites with the Baptist Young People’s Union for a joint service then attends the evening service where a temperance address by the Rev B D Stole is scheduled.

Young People’s Temperance Ration First Baptist Church Sunday Avenue Federation Baptist Young People's Union B. D. Stole Acpriin Ule

Death Announced for Wesley Cork in Local Mine Tragedy

The obituary details Wesley Cork of Simpsons Jamon Cork family as a miner at Fleming Coal Company’s Gyper mine. Descriptions note immediate death, a large local turnout for services, and surviving relatives including siblings, cousins, and children. The report cites civil war veteran status and marks a community tribute.

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Charleston appointments list details new state staff

Charleston announces updated state offices with W Miceli selected as head clerk and Lealle Long as chief clerk. Ralph Morris and F T Dony retain roles. Wathbone takes west tax post. Darst announces several postings including Scott Gain and Empey Duthiet among others in Summers County and adjacent areas.

Charleston W. Miceli Ory Me Shankty Ty Lo Ehtef John W. Cooke Sax -As- Sintant Vierk Mias Davis Ax Buckhannon W. JB. Murrant F.t.dony Ténoghi Her Wathbone Parkersburg West Tax Commie Slonbe Darut Darst Ay Churiet Scott Gain Och Ohuer Carls D. Ui Illy Empey Duthiet Summers County

City Council Adjourns Meeting to Monday Night

City council session was adjourned until Monday night with several members present including Coruclmen Lydon Ander Ernest Cork Gar ret Bland Johnson Lynch and Mayor Wool. Absent were Vigijont ME Tanck and Clarke.

Monroy Lydon Ander Ernest Cork Garret Bland Johnson Lynch Wool Ponwry Clark

Wedding Upon Stage At Grand Opera House

An on stage wedding is announced to occur tonight at the Grand Opera House after a Imperial Rock Company performance. The event is organized by the stock company and opera management with an augmented orchestra and floral decorations by Dudley the florist.

Artungumbala Baaber Grand Opera

Salem Council Appoints Election Commissioners for April 6

Salem council appointed commissioners to preside at the election on April 6. First Ward nominees were F. J. Carpenter S. F. Lowther and A. Childers. Second Ward nominees were M. H. Davis W. J. Perrigh and Howard Randolph. Third Ward nominees were M. T. Frum Alex Randolph and Peter Gain.

Salem Hee Pri Fit J. W. Carpenter F. Lowther A. , Childers Seroud M Hi Davis W. J. Perrigh Howard Randolph M. T. Frum Alex. Randolph Peter Gain

Police Court Fines For Disorderly Conduct And Drunkenness

At the regular session of police court this morning Mayor Edwana J Wood presiding. B Sariue sentenced to three days for drunkenness. Frea Robbson fined for disorderly conduct. Mynting ugune Craven fined for misusing poison?. John Jones and Join Smith fined $4 each for drunkenness. other fines listed for colored individuals Borden and Craven.

Polie Pour Edwana J’ Wood B. Sariue Robb Craven Borden John Jones

Death in county meeting results in casualties

Fragmentary report notes a death at a county gathering on Saturday morning. Names and details are unclear, but mentions Philadelphia attendees and local officials. Further verification needed for full facts and identities.

Unclear OCR: Local court case fragment

Fragmentary OCR states a county court proceeding with parties including Veeder and Moore, dated March and April in a regional court. The readable lines reference an appeal or petition and prior terms but lack full names, places, and outcomes.

Arrest in court on charges of aiding waring

A man was arrested and brought before Justice Gordon's court on Monday. The proceeding tied to a charged offense linked to a violent act described as a weapon incident near Main Street. The participant identified as John Verwar faced the presiding judge.

Rank Roe Kidd George WT Gordon John Verwar

Grocer A Lester Talkington Charged in Fraud Case

A Lester Talkington of Star Grocery Company was arrested by Constable Ford at 8:20 PM on a charge of disposing of groceries to evade creditors and leaving the state. The Harrie r-Gaylord Company actions are noted, with a claim of $104.12.

A. Lester ‘Talkington Star _ Grocery Company Ford Harrier-Gaylord Company Commie Tea W. PL -Camy Walt

New Methodist Church Construction Progress Report

Contractor Andrew J Watspu reports steady progress on the New Methodist church near New York, with about 30 000 paid for the site and 100 plus for the structure. Interior work and plastering near completion except ornamental brackets and heating fixtures. art glass roles and front finishes underway. building expected finished by May 1 in the hands of Walton Ropesey and team.

Andrew J. Watspu Ah. Watson Iwir Wooke Lam New York Walton Ropesey

Abandoned Contractor Incident At Porter Farm Cause Listed

Fragmentary notes describe an abandoned contractor incident at the Porter farm in Butaly Call ene week. The report mentions a well and a struck pipe with several men down and a sequence of unsafe events and numbered items associated with Kandolops and M. Grima.

Thomas Garitend Tonert Porter Butaly Akin Pana M. Grima

Shipping rate of coal product in new york may fifth

A garbled report notes oil and coal shipments involving railroads and operators from West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Mentions Pittsburg and Washington debates on rates and authorized commissions, with references to key figures and offices.

York Virginia Lakeddk-Betne Pittsburg Woody Unex Waite Piltspure Alesrot Weste Toca ajaLtot Bob Jasson Washington Voles Hel

Stewart engagement draws mixed crowd at Clarkphurs church

A church event at 2:20 p.m. features Mr Stewart framed by strong personalities and a male audience. The Central Christian church in Maine hosts the gathering with expected admiration and a large turnout.

Addnésiatoste Oliver Stewart Onrietlan Maine Ally Allen A. A Gomm. W Clarkphurs Vcluizéna

Oil and Gas Drilling Update From South Penn Region

Reports indicate South Pan Oil Company drilled near Ashanda Kure and at Genevis Copeniinver, finding stray sand but no oil. At the WiiBaker farm on 0. WiiBaker, 25 feet in, no oil or gas was developed.

Mh. de Silam Isla Eatie Hone Natural Gal Company South Pan Oil Gomipaiy Genevis Copeniinver Tae South Penn Gomway WiiBaker

Martinsville to Host Cooperative Glass Plant Revival

In Martinsville on March 5, plans outline nearly 200 residents moving to a cooperative glass plant led by Magno Whitlow Glass Co. The project follows two years of operation and financing already secured locally. Officials expect a modest business uptick and optimism for the year ahead.

New Martinsville Mar Elty Martinaville Ett Joy & Small Boom Ifs Suber

Silk sale announced by Watts-Lamberg Co at department store

Lamberd returns from New York with ice fine like fabric for the Watts Lamberg Company's department store. A special silk sale is planned for Tuesday and Wednesday March 9 and 10.

Lamberd New York Watts-Lambrg Company

Revival closes as 200 converted in Salem meeting

Five week revival at the Salem Seventh Day Baptist Church ends with 200 converts and a rechimed plea by Rev. George HIM. Parishioners gathered for closing services as the revival reached its peak last night.

Salem George Him

State rests in Cooper Sherp trial adjourns

Fragmentary text shows a trial scene with the state resting its case and adjournment proceedings mentioned. Names and specifics are garbled, offering limited clear facts beyond a court action and upcoming dates or deadlines are uncertain.

Nasivilde Tony Meron Cooper-Sherp Hele Moraine Tere Cary Axel Curt Atmty Aremonts

Damage Report From Baltimore Telegraph Office

Fragmentary telegraph and telegrams describe heavy damage to a Baltimore area store. The garbled text references high costs and electrical or telecommunication failures likely tied to a major disaster or accident. No clear dates or names are readable.

Nominations Listed for Sistersville Municipal Race

The article lists candidates for the upcoming city election. Democratic nominees include Mayor J McCoys clerk W S Kilise treasurer Chris Henderson and editors George Bower and Matthews. Republican nominees include Mayor J Longii Rey clerk Bert Noll and several council candidates such as B A Ryan and G A Beaver.

Sistersvilue Ryan H.~mather W. E. Doran Charles Monroe J. F. Longii- Rey Bert Noll Trenduter Wilson Jana John B.A. Ryan G. At. Beaver A. G. Sirineersana Kerr

Death of Lewiatown man Boehner at home

In Lewiatown Pay Friday night Boehner father of Mrs Gandy died after long illness at his bedside were his wife and son Previon funeral planned for Lewietown To entay John P Gandy received memories

Lewiatown Boehner Gandy Ates Silay Lewietown John P. Gandy

Sunday Rest Special Feature at Waldo Hotel

Reading text describes a Sunday rest and varied hotel duties at the Waldo hotel. A special feature includes an orchestral performance by an ensemble, with a 0 cent admission. The notice mentions a Sunday luncheon and live music at the American Onion tall.

Fragmentary note on Ky. Marra GOK and local city incident

A garbled OCR fragment mentions Kentucky, a person named Marra GOK, a possibly City setting, and a reference to a fall and failure. Details are unclear due to text corruption. Entities are uncertain. no clear date, location, or outcome can be confirmed.

Fragmented OCR sports note with unclear names and events

Unreadable OCR snippet mentions a game and dates with scattered words and names. No clear teams, locations, or outcomes are identifiable.

Shaky Notes From A Parish Bulletin

Fragmented text describes a church service with songs and titles noted vaguely. Mentions shrines, Sunday gathering, musical pieces like Magnificat and hymns, and a choir or soloist referenced in garbled form. Details are unclear but point to a liturgical program and offerings or announcements.

Obilento Anne

Secretacr of State and Charlton Business Figures Named

Fragmentary OCR mentions Secretacr of State and Charlton business leaders C. Wsndahgr J. J. Leteat and others. It references investments or shares in Bletrinada and a company on Isoprpopiber St SE with E00,000 figures.

Charleston Aiur Secretacr State C. We Ance Sieg Ade Siane Ft Swister Oll and Gag Company Isoprpopiber Charloton Taling C. Wsndahgr J. J. Leteat SOT Ater My Te Mats M.A

Unclear OCR fragment on persons and events

Fragmentary text mentions names and times but lacks coherent details or context. No verifiable event or outcome is discernible from the readable content.

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