Negligence of Misers in West Virginia Mine Disaster
John Nugent, president of the United Mine Workers of America, investigates the Whipple mine disaster in West Virginia. He reports two experienced miners negligent in firing a shot at the mine head caused the explosion, while being paid day labor rates. The piece argues for caution and accountability to prevent further loss of life and property, urging miners to take responsibility for safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Nugent
United Mine Workers of America
West Virginia
Whipple
Nugent
Dolog Thia Becana
Defaming Taft Over Cox Endorsement in Ohio
Democratic papers attack Secretary Taft citing Cox's Ohio endorsement as key to Republican victory. The outcry aims to sway voters by questioning Taft while preserving Cox's influence, with critics asserting Taft remains distinct from Roosevelt.
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Taft
George FB
Cox
Cincinnati
Ohio
Thaw
Buckeye
Patt
Cox’s
Memorial Day observance and Salem Clarksburg linkage urged
Memorial Day plans draw veterans' bids for proper observance while youth seeking mirth risk undermining solemnity. Clarksburg's growth prompts talk of extending a streetcar line to Salem, a potential boon for interurban service. The Board of Trade's ongoing progress is celebrated with hopes for annual commemorations and renewed civic support. Taft remains favored for the Republican nomination in Ohio, with Bryan's stance noted amid shifting political currents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
Clarksburg
Petition for Discharge in Simmons & Simmons Bankruptcy
In the United States District Court Northern District of West Virginia Simmons & Simmons and Alvin J. Simmons petition for full discharge of debts after adjudication of bankruptcy on April 8 last. Court orders notice and a hearing set for May 15 1907 at Clarksburg with publication in Clarksburg News.
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United States of America
West Virginia
United States District Court
Simmons & Simmons
Alvin J. Simmons
Alston G. Dayton
District Court of the United States
Sam J. Simmons
Clarksburg
Harrison
Northern
Betane Ald Court
Pt. Clarkeburg
Siaid
Clarksburs
Old District
Witsiosshé
Hanoranta Alston
Snayton
Jasper ¥. Moore
W.va
Police Court records from this morning session
Jim Rose was fined $10 and costs by Mayor Crile for drunkenness and resisting arrest and jailed 10 days for nonpayment. W Chapmoan and Kiine Jackson each paid $3 in fines and costs. Hd Robinson was jailed three days for drinking.
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Jim Rose
Crile
Seasion of
W. Chapmoan
Kiine Jackson
Hd Robinson
Drinken Mesa
Jail Sentence Imposed on Sylvester Ashcraft
Sylvester Ashcraft, a county prisoner, was sentenced to fifteen days for jumping a board bill of $21 owed to Emma Bonnell of West Mind. Magistrate Gordon issued the sentence Saturday morning after Ashcraft was arrested by Constable Art Waldo under Bonnell’s warrant.
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Sylvester Ashcraft
Jusl
Emma Bonnell
West Mind
Gordon
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Mann
Morrieon
W. Lb. Guppert
Associated Press
Daily Telegram
Beresti Pile
Glan Ene
CIA
Tilallsfanbedt
Tge Stock
Tse
Alexander Smith & Sons
Salem
Bryan
Storma
Howe
United States
Haze Morgan, Bankruptv
Petitoners
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Rhodes
Guaranty Loan and
Odd Fellows Building
Clariaburg, W. Va
W. T. Merriman
Lowndes Ruling
Tid St. Oarisburg, WM
West , Virginia
Bank
Geo, L. Duncan
Pres
F. B. Woods
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Madentgvorder
Parkersburg
Charleston
Huntington
Lowndes Savings Bank & Trust Co
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