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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1908
Page
1
Report from Tokyo and Beijing notes Japan pressing for restoration of the steamer Tarko and full indemnity as a condition for meeting within a reasonable time. If China defaults, Japan would act immediately to protect interests, including possible seizure.
Mrs Renhan Bramble and her stepson Cleve Bramble were arrested on March 1 in Gatlin County charged with murder. Prosecutors say Cleve killed Mra Bramble’s blind husband last Tuesday with a lab while his wife held him.
Attendant Anderson of the Ohio State Reformatory at Mansfield arrived Saturday morning to escort Howard Bartlett back to the institution as a fugitive from justice. Bartlett, previously convicted in Mt Vernon for taking part in a market burglary, was released on parole after serving time there. James Younis of Mt Vernon, father of the girl Bartlett eloped with, attempted to compel marriage in county jail that evening but was unsuccessful. Bartlett’s mother traveled from Mt Vernon Monday night to gain release for her son, but was unsuccessful. Anderson departed with Bartlett for Mansfield to proceed with the reformatory return.
German authorities at Witelmshaven Ger March 7 launched the first mammoth warship named Noreau amid christening ceremonies. The ship's successful launch marks a significant milestone in naval construction.
Associated Press reports Chicago market prices for wheat at 0.96 8 8, corn at 60 3 4, and oats at 53 1 8, reflecting midweek trading activity on March 7.
George W. Siers of Mechanic Street Clarksburg died at 8:20 Saturday morning after a general breakdown due to advanced age. Born July 25, 1818 in Cumberland Maryland, he married Jane Cunningham and lived in Sulinston and Shinnston before settling in Clarksburg. He operated a blacksmith shop and later a carriage and wagon works, served as deputy sheriff 1881 to 1889, and was active in the Democratic party. The funeral will be held Monday at an hour to be announced, with burial in the Odd Fellows cemetery. his wife and several children survive.
Thomas FF Martin a railroad man sits in jail awaiting a hearing before Magistrate Gordon on the charge of obtaining feeds from jeweler J Krohme. Martin allegedly bought a watch for 43 dollars on installment and lied about employment, then pawned it for 7.60 with tax. His appearance is set for Monday. William L Geppert visited Matfantown at noon to spend Sunday with friends.
In Camden New Jersey a bold post office robbery occurred with a clash between police and three armed men. Two robbers were wounded and captured after the incident. The chase began at Pedricktown and Bridgebrae as authorities pursued the trio. One robber identified as Willidia remained at large.
Rev J B Vincent field agent for the Methodist Protestant church in West Virginia reports a successful revival at 703 West Pike Street with many signifying intention to join. An organization meeting is set for Sunday at 2 40 PM. all Methodist Protestants are invited. Services tonight and Sunday schedule announced including Sunday school at 9 20 and preaching at 10 30 AM. The group aims to secure the next annual conference, Morgantown, in August to help build a church edifice with Rev G L Queen assisting until organization is completed.
IMAG. THOMPSON WASHINGTON D C March 7 Mrs Virginia Campbell Thompson daughter of Rev Alexander Campbell founder of the Campbellite church is dead in Washington She served as Louisville Kentucky postmaster for thirteen years and sought reappointment through multiple presidential terms. Born Bethany West Virginia she married William R Thompson of Kentucky After his death she moved to Washington with her children and lobbied Presidents Hayes Arthur Cleveland and Harrison for the postmaster position Her long effort left over 80000 letters petitioning for reappointment as Harrison took office.
Cleveland school authorities and the city board of education intensify fire drills and safety measures. New fire machines and extended attention on central buildings are part of broader precautions across schools.
Governor Dawson of West Virginia accepts Roosevelt’s invitation for a May meeting with governors from all states at the White House Old State Room. The conference aims to discuss developing and conserving natural resources with a nonpolitical, parliamentary format. Attendance limited to governors and select delegates due to space.
Twenty six railroad workers were overcome by gas at Philadelphia, Baltimore and Potomac line. One man died and two were severely affected while others were revived and sent to hospital. The incident occurred during work on the railway.
Macislaw Tawres appeared at Magistrate Gordon's court on Friday night claiming Roma Christowiik had assaulted him at Pike street saloon. Investigators found Tawres drunk and disorderly, he fell hitting his face, the warrant against Christowiik was dismissed, Tawres was convicted of drunkenness and disorderly conduct and jailed five days for fines and costs.
Elkins March 7. Officials unavailable to comment on Western Maryland receiver action and its effect on West Virginia Central. Observers see the filing as the best possible resolution amid a deteriorating system with half time shops and payroll pressures, foreseeing improvements under receivership.
More than 160 Union Heights Plan No 2 lots have sold since Monday, with rapid demand. D W Jasobe, manager, uses a center card system to claim a lot, then present the card at the company office to receive the deed. Adjacent to Industrial Addition, near factories, schools, stores, and churches, with railroad and streetcar access to Grasselli. Easy terms of $1 down and 25 cents weekly, no interest or taxes, free deed upon death.
Joann A. Tabton of Minnesota receives endorsement from the Democratic State Committee after a favorable vote following a filter report. The committee recommends he be named as presidential nominee at the Denver convention next July.
A Burlington passenger train bound for Chicago derailed early in the morning near Kearney Missouri. The derailment sent the train down a nine foot embankment injuring twenty people, four seriously. Emergency crews responded as rail lines were blocked and investigators began work on the cause.
Aged Glen Baker dies from injuries at the Collinwood school fire. A canvass shows 17 dead in Collinwood district including two teachers. Only 167 bodies removed. funerals held across the day.
Floods are reported across northern Indiana with the Wabash river out of bank northwest of Lafayette and widespread flooding affecting Plymouth, Warsaw, South Bend, and other areas. Many houses and fields are inundated with rising waters and submerged roads.
The New York Republican state committee endorsed Hughes for the Presidential nomination. Resolutions praised him as the greatest and most heroic figure in American history. The committee set April 11 for the state convention.
City officials meet Friday night with health officer and street staff present. They praise Doyle’s sanitary work and authorize Buckhannon road sidewalk repairs. A license ordinance draft covers issuance and expiration with tax terms. bills are ordered paid as listed. a merchants petition is referred to the mayor and council.
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