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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1908

Page

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Roosevelt Lays Cornerstone for Western Hemisphere Peace Shrine

In Washington on May 11 President Roosevelt and Secretary Root joined diplomats and leaders of 21 American republics for the cornerstone laying of the First International Temple of Peace and Commerce. Andrew Carnegie and ambassadors spoke as the building symbolized unity and future cooperation across the Western Hemisphere.

Washington, D. C Roosevelt Lalaine First International Temple of Peace Glysind Commerce Lin Washington Root Nabites Brazil Andrew Carnegie American Tropulse Bonde Seauany Tees Thin Republic Fagrvet Tropics Temperate America Rio Grande Ufe Vane Colorado Plata North Atlantic North America Haa South America Sfexica Uiroveni Central Jose Wit Mexico Theodore Roosevelt

Grand Jury Takes Hand in Lamphere Murders Case

Taporte Indiana May 11 the Laporte county Grand Jury convened to examine evidence linking Ray Lamphere to the deaths of Mrs Gundy and her three children and possibly the fate of Andrew Helgelin The jurors received no new hodims yet were told to investigate all murder crimes in Laporte county including the Gunness mystery and related incidents

Lamphore Laporte County Laporte Gunness

Court of Inquiry Proposed Against Col William W Stewart

In Washington on May 1 Senator Raynor introduced a bill to authorize the President to convene a court of inquiry of five army officers to investigate charges and acclimation against Colonel William W Stewart who was detailed to serve until retirement at Fort Grant Arizona an abandoned military post.

Mrs. Fornish Dead In Montreslo Addition

Mrs Homer Farnisy 18 dead at her home in Montreslo addition after a prolonged illness with tuberculosis. She was 20 years old. Surviving her are her husband and two small children. Funeral Tuesday at 10 am with services at her late home and burial in the View cemetery.

Homer Farnisy Montreslo Addition

Henderson seeks funds for artificial beard purchase in Clarksbury scheme

Matthew M. Henderson solicits a fund to buy an artificial beard to replace a real one, allegedly leaving October AY Taal by a train at the passenger station. Willan G. Osborn acts as treasurer and assists in raising the money, with many locals in Clarksbury friendly toward him.

Matthew M. Henderson Willan G. Osborn Mr. Henderson Clarksbury

Stenographer Opens Public Office in Indianapolis

Jennie Tayon a prominent stenographer enters public office in Indianapolis and offers monographic work. Lyon notes several years of experience and a precise, neat handwriting style. Memorial Halon E Chaet, identified as president of the Christian Woman’s board, died here today.

Jennie Tayon Npenvill Hottman Hell Mies Lyon

Senator Elkins Heads Survey For Proposed Rail Line Plan

Report notes a planned rail route centered on a coal boundary near Fairmont and Benton's Ferry. Engineers, led by C. Bloomfeld with A W Wilmoth, survey from Grafton to Pittsburg linking to K and M railroad. J C Butespadden of Rockwood presides with several outside investors backing the project.

Ane Inet Xidew Rivera Hikine Rookiwood Capittalinte Faimont Stephen B. Elkin Monty G. Dayik Thin Valrmounts de Meadownie Neetorsville Bandy Creek Grafton Tygart’s Valley Morgan K. & M. Railroad Pennsylvania Falchance Pittsburg C. Bloomfeld A. W Wilmoth Elkins Ie J.C. Bute- Spadden Rockwood Hiking Henry G. Davia

Circuit Court Trials Open with Guilty Verdicts

Circuit Court opened Monday with Lealo Marbert found guilty of a minor offense and fined 25 dollars. George Marvin remained in custody after a directed ruling. Several defendants indicted for liquor law and gambling violations entered not guilty pleas. John Robinson faced trial for felonious razor assault near Glen Elk Dell store, Charles G. Cotman representing him.

Elvis Heen Ciieute Lealo Marbert Lynch George Marvin John Robinson Knight Potter Glen’ Pile Glen Elk Dells Charles G. Cotman

Tornadoes Hit Woodward and Surrounding Towns in Oklahoma

A series of tornadoes swept across Lieistrict twenty five miles southwest to southeast of Woodward late yesterday causing damage in Grand Arnott Viel Mutual Entelle Cooley and Temond. Casualties and damage reported along the paths including the Dexos area in Dewey County with reports still arriving.

Woodward Oflay Sout Grand Arnott Viel Mutual Entelle Cooley Tcmond Haye Cextos Dewey County Thorn

Race gambling wallington DP

The report notes legislative action on a race wagering matter and mentions a local track along the Mil erne region. It references a decision or amendment and names a few entities, though many words are garbled. The readable portion points to a political or regulatory move affecting racing activities.

Call a Halt New York Urges Roosevelts Action

The national prosperity association of St. Louis sent an appeal to President Roosevelt urging a halt to radical and experimental legislation seen as harmful to trade. A committee pressed the president for calm policy changes. An explosion on Third Avenue caused a loud report and drew a large crowd. no damage or casualties were reported.

New York St. Louis Roop Jim Iolifeeth Adrest Fon

Convention in Clarkaburie to nominate TIT Holker

Prohibition county convention in Clarkaburie on May 15 at 10 p m will nominate TIT Holker for county. A new executive committee and other business will be voted on. Prominent local figures will attend and may discuss parish affairs and election issues.

Tarrinin Clarkaburie Tit Holker

Brokers Break Cincinnati Move With William Bolmer Tie

In Cincinnati on May 17 brokers led by George TL Sinpeley plan to act with William Bolmer. The report notes many branch officers nationwide and mentions no tangible figures of the man or liabilities.

Cincinnati George TL

Quarrel Over Eviction Tells of Farmyard Killing in Galveston

James Brown a wealthy stockman living at Galveston was shot and killed by tenant Robert J Colterman on Brown’s farm in a dispute tied to Colterman eviction. The shooting occurred May 11 in Loganport Ind. and authorities describe the incident as the result of a quarrel.

Logansport Ind James Brown Galveston Robert J. Colterman Brown Colterman

Nesbath Thaw annulment suit delayed by agreement

Evelyn Nesba Thaw's suit for an annulment of her marriage to Harry K. Thay was scheduled to begin today but was postponed by agreement of counsel.

York Evelyn Nesba Thaw Harry K. Thay

Unclear fragment summary likely about a patient and bank money

The readable text describes a patient of thirteen who has purchased an expensive cell and deposited money in a bank to pay expenses. It notes the patient is now in good condition.

Omaha Noty Gabos Som Cluh

Soldier Kills Three Comrades in Cavalry Ward

Manila report states Private Mike Deneham of the First Guided Statue Cavalry killed three comrades and wounded three others in a shocking act. Dead are Firet Sergeant William Hoey Private G. Witeon Private Thomas Woodward, with Private Hayyard Woodward also fatally wounded. Prosecution and details pending.

Manila Mike Deneham Guited Statue William Hoey G. Witeon Thomas Woodward Hayard Woodward Beacham Samo

Swisher and Bennett Winners on Saturday

On Saturday Republican Batuntay Afternoon Charles WV saw Swisher defeat Schorr and drive home full votes in McDowell county while Bennett prevailed on the Democratic side gaining Hancock and Mingo support Kanawha backed Littlepage with Littlepage’s home county indicating strong backing Merce. Next Saturday Berkeley’s 17 and 24s are mentioned as possible targets.

Batuntay Charles WV Schorr McDowell County Eames Berkeley Bennett Hancock Mingo Kanawha Littlepage Page

Ceremonial Osiris Temple to Hold Meeting in Wheeling

The ceremonial vession of Osiris Temple Noble of the Mystic Shrine will be held at the Arion hall in Wheeling on Friday evening May 29. A large cadre of candidates will be Initiated and a banquet will follow at the McLure home with Judge L N Tavener as toastmaster. About 600 Shriners are expected to attend.

Osiris Temple Mystic Shrine Arion Wheeling McLure Newton Waltz L. N.tavener Parkernburg Wheelng Shriners

Rock from hillside injures three aboard B&O train near Fairmont

A rock rolled from the hillside near Hammond Sunday morning and struck a fast Baltimore and Ohio train car roof. Three men were hurt: Griffith Jones of Fairmont with a minor injury. Mr. Gimar of Goshen Indiana with head injuries. J. Z. Powell of Fairmont with head injuries. All were taken to Fairmont Hospital for treatment.

Fairmont Hammond Baltimore’ & Ohio Griffith Jones Paiemont MW. Gimar Goshen Ind J. Z. Powell

Jetting Ready for the National Convention Opens Chicago HQ

Active preparations for the Republican national convention began as Chairman New of the national committee opened headquarters in Chicago on May 1.

Chicago Til New National Committee

Dangerous condition feared for Prosser at local hospital

A hospital report indicates Prosser is in critical condition after a severe fall or accident. Relatives, including his mother, father, and a girl, are reportedly at his home near Stracur. Mr Martin requests prayers as his son fights for recovery.

Prosser J. C Martin Babe Stracuer Martin

Traveling Man Rissel Coltmaus in Xenia Death

Fragmentary report notes a traveling man named Rissel Coltmaus died by his own action in a room at a location in Xenia. The brief entry cites a 0. Mey date and references travel-related matters. The details remain unclear due to damaged OCR.

Coltmaus Mey F ¢ Moore Xenia Honing Room of the

Wright Srotierm Flight Adds Two Allez In Air Ship

May 11 report from Mantro NC notes Wright srotierm of Tmytin flew two alleys in a Gedy air ship this morning despite rain. Chicago report mentions Whrrat 1.00 and 34 f readings.

Mantro Wrightsrotierm Tmytin Waren

Murder Accounts Fatal to Roaci War sa w Ind

In Warsaw Indiana on May 11 a report details a fatal murder case with a victim named Junot and a suspect, noting derangement after a violation of routine. The fragmentary text mentions clews and the ongoing police inquiry into the crime.

Roaci Warsaw Ind Waite Noroutte of the Cuiineer Mmirders Junot

Great Cork Maker Wead Mitsburg Aged 70

A dubious OCR item notes an elderly cork maker with a claim of leading a large cork company. The fragment mentions an Armetrong Cork entity and a person named Thomas M. Armetrang, but details are unclear and names are misread. The passage appears to describe a notable cork manufacturer and his residence.

Mitsburg Thomas M. Armetrang Seark Rene Armetrong Cork Espeeny Seid Io Amd Fie Elt

Secretary of State Calls for Peace Across Continents

The speech lauds international friendship and the Pan American Union aimed at ending mutual ignorance. It describes the goal of building a monument fostering exchange, education, and fellowship among American nations from Cape Horn to the Great Lakes.

Washington, D Biste Sane Ingo Jstone United Eiaton White House Suma Estes Alkate Andrew Curnnne Jereut Wnion International Union Iihe Dbulidng Tx Ima Yoluneney Cape Horn Great Lakes Washington Mexico Brazil America Uniat Afaahsington Aasistante Buren Hax Pan-Amerion Confernica Pennaytrante Avenue Sud Mont Berson Ste

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Temple of Peace of America Repub Grand Jury Court OF Inquiry W. E. Stewart Senate Raynor Mrs. Fornish Monticello Addition Matthew Henderson Hineself Mrs. Moss Indianapolis Halon E. Ohaet Smjeninne Elkins W.va Benton’s Ferry Circuit Court Oklahoma District of Columbia Soppenby Dougtons The National Prosperity Association Corpedo Rontie Brokers Handford Evelyn Harry Armack Swisher and Bennett Scherr and Littlepage Gire Traveling Man Rissel Espeaga Rain Marurace
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