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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1911

Page

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Dedication of Elegant New Home by Clarkes Levikge Lodge

A grand dedication for a new West Pike Street building of the United States of America lodge is planned with a patio reception tonight and a formal dedicatory service tomorrow from 4 to 5 PM. Col David Davidson and other dignitaries will speak. a Cadenzal orchestra will perform. the event includes a banquet and address by Mayor Mootsecuns and ex Governor A I White.

Etollen Clarkes Levikge Tenevolone Fritee Order of Tice United States America Weat Pike Street David Davidson Fries of Hat Vireil I. Hienland Albert W. Rupp Burton M. Dexpard Andrew Wdmisto W. EF. Haymond Prankstoore Delleantorys Anler Aclus Hoge, Jr Tresindse Col John *F McGraw Gration Frank R. MootsecUns A. Ith White ParkerSure Elle Flee Toit resHien Giggenvrati

Bangor Fire Destroys Third of City. Homeless Face Hunger

Bangor Maine May 1 Fire raged for seven hours destroying about a third of the city. The blaze leveled homes and public buildings except the city hall and most of the street. Property losses are estimated at six million dollars. A number of residents were injured while others sought food and shelter, and relief plans began as rain hindered firefighting efforts.

Bangor Maine

Supreme Court delays decision on forest reserve lands

In Washington May 1 Representative Moss of Indiana spoke in the house in favor of a free market policy while Longworth of Clay attacked the quo warranto approach. The court did not announce a ruling in the Blanchard tobacco case, but indicated government may claim large forest reserves without state fencing laws.

Mmashington. Dy Unite States Supreme Court Ita Blanchard OM Or, Tobacco Company Pasex Ats Washington, D. C Representative Moss Indiana Ninwell Longworth Clay

McVeagh Sued Over $100,000 Claim in Cleveland

Franklin MacVeagh secretary of the Treasury was sued for 100000 by Charles F. Leach, former Cleveland customs collector, arising from a statement by MacVeagh about Leach’s March 10 dismissal and alleged treasury rule violations.

Franklin McVeagh the Treasury Charles’ F. Leach Customs Cleveland MacVeagh Leach Treasury Department

Meeting on Agriculture At Adamhton Odd Fellows Hall

A meeting for persons interested in agriculture will be held Wednesday night at 8 o'clock in the Odd Fellows hall at Adamhton. P. Morr Ron, county superintendent of schools, and others will speak. All are invited.

Odd Fellows

Burglar Steals Cash and Liquor From Saloon

A burglar broke into Peter McNeal's saloon on South Third Street late weekend, stealing about $10 from a roll top desk and taking a small amount of liquor. The front doors were found wide open when the crime was discovered.

Peter McNeal South Third Street

Court begins 17th May term with presiding judge Lynch

The circuit court opened its May term under Judge Charles W. Lynch. Licenses were granted to Mick Thomas J T Hellman Thomas Martin and Thomas Mullen to carry revolvers as special policemen for the in plate company. Several cases were disposed of or continued including dismissals against First National Bank of New Martinsville and Fairmont Coal Company and a continuance for Ranstofl Perine versus South Penn Oil Company. A loan of 2000 dollars was approved for Theo polis W Lawson's ward, and several docket actions and judgments were entered or denied.

Charles W. Lynch Mick Thomas J. T.hellman Thomas Martin Thomas Mullen In Plate Company Mary Jane Longitmilier Joseph Inter First National Bank of New Martinsville T. ‘M. Jackson Willson-Barlé Company James B. Barnes Benjamin Fairmont Coal Company Henton Queen Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Ranstofl Perine South Penn Oil Company JR. Peck Theopolis W. Lawson JR. Flint Bal Jore Ohio

Money Left in Police Court

Cash funds of 1100 each were forfeited this morning in police court by John Doe and Milas Doe who were arrested Sunday night in a second story room on Fourth Street Glen Elk for unlawful association. A cash load of 660 was forfeited by the driver of an automobile cited for speeding. License number 2433. Two men paid 460 fines for drunkenness. Anna Detemore was convicted of loitering and sent out of the city. James Wamsley got five days in jail for fighting. Six other men cited for drunkenness or disorderly conduct were fined and released. Mayor Frank R Moore presided at both sessions.

John Milas Doe Storry Fourth Street Glen Elk Shinn Joyce Simms Anna Detemore James Wamsley Pike Street Frank R. Moore

Arrested showman Libby awaiting hearing on charge of defrauding Mrs Lowie

Arthur Libby, described as a showman and detective, languishes in county jail awaiting a hearing in Justice G H Gordon's court on a charge of defrauding Mrs Julie Lowie of Glen Elk out of a $135 off board bill. He was arrested Sunday while walking from a Weston train to the local railroad passenger station.

Arthur Libby H. Gordon Julie Lowie Glen Elk Weston

Bribery Scandal Rocks State Legislature

Reported bribery accusations shake Pennsylvania and Ohio state lawmakers. Detectives allege money exchanges tied to a bribery scheme involving several senators and representatives. Investigations point to a widening scandal with potential indictments and a pending committee appointment.

Burglars Busy Down the River in Shinnston

Burglars struck multiple sites in Shinnston on a Monday morning, including Mat u Swiger’s Jewelry, Haught Brothers Drug Store, and the post office. They forced entries, took cash, seized registered mail, and scattered cayenne pepper to hinder bloodhounds. Federal authorities notified. investigation ongoing with uncertain chances of capture.

sIntense Mt Shinnston Matu Swiger Swiger James N. Knox Wark

Fugitive Woman Arrested After Train Arrival

A Piedmont robber y complaint led officers to a boarding house theft from husband and boarders. The woman, traced to train No 1 then No 3, purchased a Clarkshore ticket and was arrested on arrival after Chief Brooks in touch with Piedmont. Officer Clyde Shinn met the train and captured her with a solid description.

Piedmont Piedmont Potee Clarkshore Harry J. Brooks Thi City Clyde Shinn Shion

Struck by Engine Near Junction Injures Baltimore Worker

Guy Lawson, a glass worker, was struck by an engine on the Baltimore and Ohio tracks near the Junction at 7 30 Sunday evening. He sustained injuries to the chest and legs but was not believed fatal. A trainman grabbed him as he was struck and pulled him clear. He was taken to the Martin boarding house for medical attention.

Guy Lawson Baltimore and Ohio Martin

Rogers and Patterson Buy West Main Grocery Store

Mr Patterson, formerly of United Brokerage Company, has taken an interest in George M Rogers grocery store in the J B Smith building on West Main near Second. The business operates as Rogers and Patterson with both men active in management. Rogers bought the store from Hayman and Coston and ran it for over a year.

Hayman & Coston

Cooling System Boosts Comfort at Clarkeville Bijou

A new cooling and ventilating system has been installed at the Bijou theater in Clarkeville, promising cooler, more comfortable conditions for patrons today. The newspaper notes the update as a response to heat and crowding, inviting local residents to attend screenings in the refreshed venue.

Clarkevure Map Pa Mement

Agate Town Public School Closing Exercises Announced

Closing exercises at Agate Town Public School will be held tonight and tomorrow evening. The program includes a college town titled play by eighth grade students plus commencement of certificates. Music will be provided by the academy. No admission charged. Public invited.

Agate Ton Public Mit Bey

Rounders Defeated 4 to 8 in Meadowbrook Feature

A damaged OCR note records Rounders losing 4 to 8 against an opponent at Meadowbrook. Mentions include references to Bothy, Elis Maine, and batteries or cue and Homer in unclear context.

Bothy Celtina Pischer Fe Elis Maine Meadowbrook eLarog Homer

Supreme Court Upholds Constitutionality of Law Case

The Supreme Court today upheld the constitutionality of a law related to a phonograph trade matter. The ruling confirms the law's provisions remain valid and enforceable under current constitutional interpretation.

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