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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1911
Page
7
Lost Wednesday between Stont's Nyeryhar and Formere Bank a black leather pocketbook containing a five dollar bill six one dollar bills and three checks endorsed by L B Harris. Return to The B C Welch Co 232 Courmst for reward.
Allen C. Murdoch, former Parkersburg mayor, won the first commission form election by 342 votes over incumbent W. B Pedigo. For council, J Loyal Gilbert led with 2,077 votes, followed by HL Bradford 1,919, Ed G. Stephenson 1,726, Lake Perkins 1,687, and C. P. Morrison 1,604. Harry Leonard net 1,578, while Hawkins, Lehmann trailed.
Thomas Romine conductor of an Adamston treed car was fined 10 and costs in Judge G Hy Gooden's court for a Saturday night altercation with Frank Bolander a fullmonger. Bolander was struck and received two black and blue marks. A related charge of disorderly conduct against Bolander was dismissed on payment of costs, without prejudice to future action.
The Lorimer investigation funding plan moves to the Senate, with the contingent expenses committee approving a resolution to cover inquiry costs. The report is expected to be presented soon. A Wednesday fire at the Lowndes residence in Wilmington required emergency response.
The article notes progress on forming several temporary committees on organization, right of way, survey, and operations with few changes expected. It mentions favorable route prospects, partial capital subscription, and plans to open company books soon amid a favorable power-house site debate. It records a social event honoring Mrs. Wervs birthday with a reception for attendees.
The Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed the Tower court ruling in the State v Belcher case. Belcher, now awaiting execution at the penitentiary, loses hope for clemency as the court affirms multiple cases including Keatley v. county, Dempsey v. Norfolk & Western, and others with various outcomes such as affirmed, reversed, or new trials.
City officials for Azericantown were elected at the May 3 meeting. Names listed include Chief of Police Jenner Taylor, City Solicitor Robert Ouy, City Councilor Gilbert Miller, City Treasurer Wm. B Arnell, City Assessor J. J. Hall, City Clerk Engineer G. By Harvey, and Pede Commissioner Anis Frost.
Modern Woodmen of America officials and delegates gathered in Charleston for the triennial meeting starting today. West Virginia will send nine delegates to Buffalo for the conference. Governor Glascock gave a welcome address as Judge Gund presided once the session opened.
Readable fragments describe a June farming event tied to wine lore and crop coverage. Names and places are unclear, but the item hints at agricultural lore and a June timing with local ties.
A local shop highlights a broad Wash Goods display with imported and domestic Madras, Ginghams, Voiles, Pangees, Batistes, and Lacy Or Gandies. The sales pitch emphasizes quarter twenty five cent prices and a wide row of tables to attract public attention across the community.
The city offers ready interior improvements with water sewer gas on lots within a new subdivision. Modern homes on brick sidewalks are planned as a first class residence area. Buyers can pick plans and finished designs. Original lot prices are in effect. Three new homes have been contracted in Colonial Heights with more to start soon.
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