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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1913

Page

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Nogales Border Fight Sparks U S Troop Orders

On March 12 fighting burst along the Nogales border with Mexican forces firing into Arizona homes. U S troops reinforced the line as insurgents pressed the Mexican farm town, wounding a Mexican citizen and sparking fire in nearby homes. Washington ordered troops not to fire unless instructed, to reduce friction with Mexican forces. An allied report from Belgrade notes fifty Serbian soldiers were killed on a transport by Turkish shells near the Adriatic coast.

Nogales Ariz Synora State United States Titcom Hill Arizona Mexico Dean Associated Press Washington Garrison Smithh War Department Nossiles Belgrade Servia Mari 12 Adriatic I Purkish Cruiger

Not Guilty and Convictions in Local Adultery and Licensing Case

Roque Joe Andry was found not guilty on adultery charges. Meyer Rosenhive was fined $25 and costs for operating a sex shop without a license. Ze­ta Charilor faced adultery charges, but after evidence was reviewed the court acquitted on motion of defense counsel.

Joe Andry Meyer Rosenahive ZéTa Charilor

Galloway Chosen as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture

The nomination of Dr Overly T Gallo Way, chief of the biteam of plant industry, to be assistant secretary of agriculture was announced at the White House and would be sent to the Senate today.

Ty Associated Press Washington Mar Overly ‘T. Gallo

Brake Man Harry Coon Killed in Railroad Accident

The mangled body of Harry Coon, brake man on the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad, was found in the Huntington yards. Believed killed after a fall from a crank or derailment, he was the son of City Commissioner Coon. Local authorities report the incident occurred this morning with a shifting engine under suspicion.

Associated Prosa Huntington Harry Coon Cheanpeake Ohla Raiiroad Coon

Diaz and Morgan Come From Egypt

NeWadOY Harmon Robinson, nine, son of Mr and Mrs Christian Robinson mobil near the Empire National Bank, was struck by a touring car driven by Homer Roy of Bridgeport while crossing the street. He was hospitalized with a broken left leg and other injuries but is reported resting easier. Roy was taken into custody and released on own recognizance. The incident appeared to be his fault.

Harmon Robinson Christian Robins Christian Robinsmobil Empire National Bank Daily Telegram Homer Roy Bridgeport Roy

Diaz Says He Seeks Rest Not Intervention in Mexico

Naples dispatch reports General Diaz, ex-Mexican leader, arrived by special train from Europe in satisfactory health and plans to rest. He pledges to aid Mexico toward prosperity and says he would only return if the United States intervenes. Diaz cites Taft assurances but warns future U.S. policy is uncertain.

Associated Press Naples Italy J. PF Morgan Egypt Rome General Diaz Mexico United States Taft Diaz

Federal patronage compromise reported in Washington

Washington report says Postmaster General Burleson and national committee chairman McCombs devised a compromise on patronage in several Democratic states. Both pro and anti organization leaders would be recognized, with efforts to satisfy all sides. McCombs met with the president to discuss the plan, which is believed acceptable to leaders.

Associated Press Washington Mar Wilson Burleson McCombs National Committee

Salem Citizens Industrial Party Nominates Ticket

At a large convention in the town hall on Wednesday night the Citizens Industrial party of Salem nominated a ticket for the spring election. They named Mayor F. T. White, Recorder H. J. Croks, Chief of Police F2 M. Davis, Water Commissioner W. A. Leonard, and a member of the board of education Dr. 2, B. Flipto. Oscar Will was chairman and C. A. Setnte was secretary.

Citizens Industrial Party of Salem F. T. White If. J. Croks M. Davisson W. A. Leonard Wdication B. Flipto Oscar Will C. A. Setntte

Four Transports Attacked by Ship In Siege News

Reports from Cetinge Maitenegr March 15 claim four serial transports crowded with troops were shelled by an unidentified warship. Two transports were on fire and many injured or killed, the attacker said to be a Turkish cruiser flying Austrian colors. Officials offered no confirmation of Austrian involvement amid rising tensions over Serbian aid to Scutari.

Associated Press Cetinge Maitenegr Auatilan Fra Turkialy Crilisar Hosti Austria Austran Servia Scutari Sertian Transporta Elrelos

Governor Hatfield Calls for Higher Pay for Working Girls

Governor Hatfield said he favors cooperating with other governors to secure better pay for working girls. He has contacted Governor Johnson of Nebraska and will include the recommendation in his first message to West Virginia registratures.

Associated Prose Charleston Mar Hatfield Johnsom West Virginia

Missouri Senate orders wage probe commission

The Missouri Senate adopted a resolution to form a five senator commission to investigate wages paid to workers. The panel is to report at the next session of the general assembly.

Associated Press Tefferson City Missouri Senate

Train Strikes Car In City Injuring Several

A street car struck a passenger car in Youngstown today injuring two dozen people. Fifteen passengers were reported hurt as the crash disrupted traffic near the heart of the city. Police and emergency crews attended to the injured at the scene. Local officials investigated the cause of the collision and ensured tram services resumed shortly after.

Associated Press Youngstown Erle’ Falltond Heart of the Eity Gereo

Adjutser Named in Arson Case Court Appearance

Jonty Cohen a fire adjuster linked to John Daniele and Betjamina Hinkins was brought to court in Chicago on March 1. He failed to post the $40,000 bond, and was whisked away. The Associated Press reported the development as part of an arson ring investigation.

Associated Press Gncago Jonty Cohen John Daniele Betjamina Hinklns Jali

Marriage Licenses Granted in City Registry

Notices show Jomen A. Mullins and Mary McGraw receive a marriage license, alongside Willian Curtis and Mary Gapnett, reflected in the latest city registry entries. This record confirms two couples secured licenses to wed in the current filing period.

Martiage A. Mullins Mary McGraw Willian Curtis Mary Gapnett

Diary Inked Death Clue in Marsh Murder Case

A diary alleged to record the death of Lynn soap manufacturer George E. Marsh is read in court. The document, written hours before his body was found in West Lynn marshes on April 12, is linked to the trial of William A. Dorr. The state argues Dorr mailed the journal to an aunt in California, guiding investigators to the suspect.

George E. Marsh Lynn Mass West Lynn Marshes William A. Dorr

Two Army Sergeants Die in Air Collision at Reims

In Reims France two sergeants of the army aviation corps were fatally injured today when their machines collided during maneuvers. Five aeroplanes took part in the exercise.

Civil Service Plan for Postmasters Announced

Postmaster General Carleson announced Washington that all fourth class postmasters will be placed on a civil service basis and that second and third class postmasters, and possibly first class, would be included in the civil service overhaul once completed.

Associated Press Washington Carleson

Will Deliver Address by Christine Tingling in Norfolk

Mize Christine Tingling of Norfolk Virginia, organizer of the scientific department of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union, will be in the city Friday to deliver an address before a tiny round table.

Mize Christine Tingling Norfolk Sciensifc Woman's Christian Temperance Union Dattver Tiny Round Table

Militant IWW Leader Haywood Hinted For Exit From Akron

On March 13 a thousand Akron citizens with clubs backed police to clear streets near rubber factories as strikers refrained from harassing workers. W. T. Haywood, IWW militant, may be denied entry to Akron this afternoon. A citizen delegation will meet him at the station and urge his return to Patterson. UD L Arnold, local agent for Southern States Mutual Life, tops the company writing totals and renovates his Union National Bank building offices.

Associated Press Akron W. T. Haywood Industrial Workers of the World Akton Patterson Nol UD. L. Arnold Southern States Mutual Life Insurance Company Union National Bank

Large rewards offered for little time and effort in Daily Telegram contest

The Daily Telegram promotes a contest offering six thousand dollars in prizes including automobiles pianos diamonds and more to residents of Clarksburg and West Virginia. Readers are invited to join a prize drawing plan with easy, honorable tasks and to call the contest manager for full details and to start a campaign for the prizes.

Liam Mia. Pilkington University City Mire Pylit Ington Tim Weeks Puit St. Louis Daly ‘Times Pillington Menard Judt Daily Telegram Clarksburg West Virginia

Hollis Chosen Senator by New Hampshire Legislature

Hollis of Concord N H narrowly wins the United States Senate seat after a Democratic break in the deadlock that began January 14. The Senate tally stands Democrats 50 Republicans 42 Progressives two with two Illinois vacancies. R B Groves travels to Pittsburg for a short business trip.

United States New Hampshire Associated Press Concord N. 7 Mar Henry Hollis Washington Senate Illinois

Suffragette Store House Unearthed In London Raid

A vast storehouse used by militant suffragettes for damaging operations was uncovered by Scotland Yard. Detectives, with a warrant for arrest of Miss Olive Hecker, found telegraph wire cutters, Hulda age bottles, window breaking tools, and false license plates beneath a studio in Hamp ton. London police reported the discovery during a crackdown.

Associated Press London Scotland Yard Olivé Hecker

Perjury Charge Follows Long-Running Murder Case

John Medley, jailed for the six year murder of Shannon Neeley, faces a death sentence once again after appeals through West Virginia courts and the US Supreme Court failed to overturn the ruling. Medley’s latest sentence was set for May 2, marking the fourth attempt at execution.

Associated Press Bluefield Mar John Medley Hentonce Shannon Neeley Medley Eise West Virginia United States Supreme Court

Man Testifying Bribe Suspect Arrested on Perjury Charge

Charleston March 19 William R Gray a miner of Hanford charged Detective Frank Smith with offering him a bribe to testify against prisoners in the martial law zone Gray was arrested on a perjury charge at the commission's instigation Witnesses said they knew nothing of Gray's testimony and Smith was in Charleston the day the alleged bribery occurred The military commission reviewed Mother Jones and other labor leaders cases and a court finding will be sent to Governor Hatfield for approval The court's sentence awaits the governor's decision Preparations were completed for tomorrow's trial of twenty persons accused of firing on a train carrying sheriff deputies into the strike country February 24

Associated Press Charleston W.va Williamr. Gray Miner Haneford Frank Smith Gray Smith Hanford Graye Military Commission Mother Jones Hatfield

City Water Analyses Report From Board Laboratory

The water choke and sewerage board will publish daily renewals of city water analyses by the city chemist. This morning Perkins Boynton reports on the analysis showing presence of material in sample from the Maclian mill area and notes experimental explanations for readings and contaminants.

Oxford Wins Beat Race Over Cambridge In 20 Minutes

Oxford narrowly defeats Cambridge in a sprint beat race, finishing in about 20 minutes with strong performances from the Oxford team. Cambridge trailed as the two sides competed on the course, signaling a tense finish and notable tactical advantage for Oxford.

Associated Press Putney Eng Oxford Cambridge

Railway Extension to Reach New Coal Mine Planned

Charles F. King & Co of Philadelphia to construct a 1.5 mile Baltimore and Ohio railroad extension to the Southern Farm owned by the Clarksburg Land Company. Work to begin March 15 and take about three months to grade and lay track. Extension will reach a coal mine near one mile beyond Southern Farm owned by Vincent Gooke John C Williams and others. The line serves industrial expansion and freight needs.

Charles F. King & Co Philadelphia Baltimore Vincent 5. Gooke John C. Williams

Eye Injury Damages Telegram Operator in Repair Incident

A Telegram service operator identified as Drummond sustained an injury to his left eye while repairing machinery on Thursday. A flying shard of metal caused the wound, and surgeons indicated that an operation will be necessary to treat the injury.

Drummond Tito Hin Ateal

Offer To Williams Washington Mar 13

Selton Willaner a banker from Richmond Virginia will be offered please as assistant secretary of the treasury. The amendment was made this morning at the White House.

Washington, Mar Lility Selton Willlaner Richmond Treasury White Howse

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Federal Revolutionary Galloway Diaz and Newadoy Industrial ‘Party of Willium Dorr Navy William WW. Brandy Mount Vernon NoYo Portemonth Civil Service Plan Haywood R. B. Groves Pittsburg Joseph Derango Joseph Derango Clarks+burg zine Northview Man Maciilus Oxford Wiys Williams
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