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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1906
Page
1
A garbled citizen letter page defends Clarkship officials against graft allegations. It swings at political opponents, disputes city spending on paving and water, and argues officials preserved roads amid soil, rail, and urban growth while denying misconduct. It asserts strong local institutions and calls for restraint and public welfare.
A rough handling incident near Loop led to a man being apprehended after a fight. The suspect, described as a Vinlander, was brought before Squire Gordon for a continuance, with a hearing set for Saturday at 6 30 PM at Pins.
Fairmont March 29 Saines Wuz tun a well known citizen of Fair mont died suddenly of heart trouble and apoplexy at his home Wednesday evening. He was reading the evening paper when the attack seized him and death came before aid could be summoned. An old man, he had been prominent in Fairmont life for many years. Jain Souther, a lod boy at the W. Vat, is in town for a few days' vacation.
Bentyn Lindsay appeared for a preliminary hearing before Squire Tiley on Wednesday after a shooting on Pike Street Saturday night. He was bound over in 500 dollars to answer to the circuit court and remanded to the county jail.
A Cleveland man was found in Hasgil Tast night with a fractured skull and died after being hospitalized. The piece questions reclaiming or driving away people described as three inhabitants of the miller wood and urges compassionate action over harsh measures.
A Harrison County man attempted self harm with morphine at a tavern and on the way to the hospital, his wife leaving him after a separation. He was moved to the hospital with his condition uncertain, while police and physicians managed the case.
In a crowded circuit court, William Reynal was acquitted on a rising stone case as jurors found him not guilty. William Morris faces a misdemeanor indictment tied to the Fairmont Brewing Company at Enterprise with alleged beer procurement and related charges. The trial proceeds amid tension as proceedings continue this afternoon.
Col. Freamat Corton aged 70, an army officer from Watporio Indiana, was found dead in the street near his home in Chicago on March 29. Authorities say he died after a wedding night celebration at which Col. Connor and his wife attended.
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Jack Knox announces he has secured a guard to shelter a carload of initial voters from Wheeling for the Fourth ward. He disclaims any connection beyond this purpose.
After a brief session the miners adjourned to meet with conference leaders and the plan of the sale committees. The wage dispute remains unsettled as the conference adjourned with no settlement in sight. An annex to President Mitchell's motion on longer term action was defeated by the miners.
Anticipation of a strike grows in Wilkes-Barre and surrounding anthracite districts as coal companies seek to mobilize guards and firemen from various trades. Agents report workers in farming areas are being recruited to staff mines and ensure operations stay in good condition amid looming disruptions.
Charleston West Virginia reports a joint convention of mine operators and the miners union. They agreed to continue work until a settlement at all points by the end of thirty days, with talks to fix wages for the coming year.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a sewing club event at a home with guests and possible names Armstrong and Max. details are garbled and nonrecoverable. The readable bits mention a social gathering in the afternoon with light refreshment and Christian context, but specific actions, dates, places, or outcomes are unclear.
Morgantown Post reports a local man and his bride wed in Morgantown. The couple planned a brief wedding trip and now reside in Clarkslang, continuing their life together.
In Traders Alley and beyond, locals report a wave of sensational headlines and rumors about crime and danger. Reports mention detectives, carloads from Snake Hollow, and looming bans on traffic while residents debate the reality of an undisclosed threat and the possible discovery of a large haul near Breezy Bow.
The Capitol hotel deal was completed this morning with Ms. Davis identified as purchaser. The new owner plans immediate changes and expects to reopen the property soon with renovations underway and aims to establish the hotel among the city’s top five.
White and Dawson deny charges in a case involving an assigned investigator and a Davison panel. The article notes alleged misconduct and references a legendary figure linked to Wally, with statements from White and Dawson disputing the accusations.
A scrambled clipping notes Pattison showing pattern of rapid improvement in performance. The fragment references a report from the Associated Press praising steady progress and mentions tests or conditions, but exact details and context are unreadable.
A fragment from a community program notes a Thursday night musical event featuring performances by Maria, Mrs. Fens, Gry Ce, and SayinG Me with the group Withoyes. The program promises entertainments, singing, and an interpretation of a local civic theme.
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