Gold Crown Found At LaPorte Farm
Gold crown of medical significance found at the Guineas home on May 12 in LaPorte Indiana. Authorities believe the crown relates to a broader inquiry about a six decade old incident and may help disprove a local theory. Nearby surgical instruments including bent scissors were also found, suggesting a possible link to farm related events.
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Laporte
Ind
Guinneys
Stat Br
Belin
Murmore
Local court sentences three offenders to city labor
Two prisoners unable to pay fines were ordered to work in the city’s streets by Mayor Edward Wood. Charlie Mann and Funkenhead received costs and three days of labor. Andrea Pierson was fined $20 and costs and given twenty days of labor. Ving Stewart, a Black man, convicted of intoxication, was ordered to leave the city.
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Mayor Wood
Edward Wood
Pollen Court
Charlie Mann
Funkenhead
Anya
Andrea Pierson
Costa
Mreer
Ving Stewart
Irwin Funeral in Weston for Mrs Irwin Held at Methodist Church
The funeral for Mrs. Irwin widow of the late Dr. Foneph Irwin was held Saturday evening at 4 o'clock in Weston at the Methodist Protestant church. The service was conducted by Rev Selby. Mrs. Irwin, age about sixty, was a longtime resident of Anie and was well known to locals. Attendants include Mrs. Mary Dunnington and others from Paymont and Clarkeburg, with many neighbors in attendance.
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Rhinneton
Atmeryn Irwin
Weston
All Aire
Selby
Irwin
Foneph Irwin
Minera
Mary Dunnington
B. Nichols
Odd Fellows Lodge to Improve Adelphi Cemetery Area
Trustees of Adelphi Lodge No 1 O I O F plan thorough cleanup of the South Chestnut cemetery. They will remove brush and dead trees and restore the grounds to a pleasing condition with marked improvements. A separate note mentions moving pictures at a show with Mr Davis and a convention update in Tucker and Pittsburg involving county delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelphi Lodge No. & 1
Davinx
Davis Lux
Elevis
Tucker
Pittsburg
Family travels as relatives attend funeral in Washington
Tucker Por Rennett and Mrs Charen Doane travel from Eat Riverpopt to Washington to attend the funeral of their father Jahn Holtowny, accompanied by Mrasareh Fe Losier and Mrs. Charen Doane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrasareh Fe Losier
Charen Doane
Thale Romer
Waalington
Jahn Holtowny
POGT Moves to Corpus Christi with Family
POGT plans relocation to Corpus Christi to begin a new life there. After addressing business matters in Clarksburg and resolving misunderstandings, he intends to move with his family and settle in Texas for prosperity and happiness in a new home.
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Pogt
Corpus Christ
Choy
Polt
Ako Ang
Clarksburg
Texas
Suny
Wikim
Toxne
Eldred Man dies after walking to hospital in Pa
A 37 year old man, Mr Prosser, died in Eldred McKean County Pennsylvania after walking toward a hospital. He collapsed at 5:40 PM on Monday, accompanied by his father H J Prosser who was with him when the death occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prosser
Akon
Eldred
Kane County
Tate Shoot At Sistersville Promises Elite Marksmen
A two day skeet shoot will begin tomorrow in Sistersville hosted by the West Virginia Jap Shooters League. Top marksmen from Obie and nearby points will attend and compete for strong prizes as the event seeks to showcase skilled shooters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sistersville
West Wirginia Jap Shooters
Ohio Supreme Court backs counties salary law
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled the county officers' salary act constitutional and valid. The case involved Jom In Theovald, recorder of Montgomery County, brought by the state association of county officers challenging the statute.
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State of
Ohio
Supreme Court of
State
Columbus
State Supreme Court
Jom
Theovald
Montgomery County
State Association of County Officers
Williams Fined After Disorder At William Saloon
Garvey Williams was fined five dollars after an incident at the William saloon. Deputy Sheriff John M. Knox detained him at noon Tuesday for knocking a forelear down and causing a head injury from a car. Justice Harry Gordon imposed the fine, which Williams paid.
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Garvey Wiliams
John M. Knox
William
Justles Harry Gordon
Fire destroys Tatsoe property in Nevada town
In Tonopah Nevada a fire today destroyed a tatsoe ho i dork causing about 816000 in damage. Mr and Mrs Join Tatbatt of Ma jones were present to use the Raven Giten by the Wodneadar Rye aing Seta Clube in Hulmanty.
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Tonopah. Net
Tatbatt
Majones
Hulmanty
Odeon Show Announces Vrank and Marie Veget Program
At the Odeon a schedule of singing and dancing features Vrank ind Astle Wrieht and Marie Veget. The Nook at the Odeon hosts performances next Monday with matinees on Monday Wednesday Thursday and Sunday. The program for the week is two shows.
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Vrank
Marie Veget
Odeon
Thesing
Weil
Governor to Washington Cumeston May 13
Governor Deenop delivers message to Washington officials as state affairs unfold. The brief dispatch notes travel through Cumeston on a May 13 itinerary.
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Cumleston
Deenop
Salem College Events and Plans for 1908 Commencement
Salem College lists forthcoming events including sermons and commencements from June 7 to June 16. The calendar notes a June 7 service by Rev B J Hooker, June 8 class day exercises, June 10 commencement, and a June 10 concert by the Music Department. It also mentions a September 1908 campus expansion and a new president selection, Prof C B Clark, with next year’s term dates and holiday recesses.
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Belem Eblloey
B.J. Wooker
Heme
Philadel ‘Tuewlay
Beaston
Cllontan Tyson
Hocknoldars
thevAtuiial Association
Jariga Albert Patterson
Bater College
Viana
Haa Oon
C. B. ‘Clark
Alfred University
N.Y
Clawson
Clark
Forest Woman's Clvi Club Meets at Waldo Hotel
The Woman's Club will gather at the Waldo hotel Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Richard T. Lowndes and Mrs. John F. Stillman lead a program on Forestry, a topic of worldwide interest, with Dora Smith and Miss Emma Davly assisting.
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Clvi
Waldo Hotel
Richard ‘T. Lowndes
John F
Dam and Ditch Fatalities Reported in Charleston and Bukins
May 12 reports describe Hawley A. Wallace of Zanesville Ohio swept over a dam and drowned in a racing mishap involving a gasoline powered boat. Frank Gould escaped. In Bukins, May 12 Harry McDowell drowned after falling from a plank while crossing near Blidas Tanning company. friends heard a scream but could not locate him until hours later.
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Charleston
Hawley A. Wallace
Zanesville
Rock Three
Frank Gould
Reverend RC Jones Preaches at Parkershars Mission
The Rev RC Jones of Parkershars will preach at the Methodist Protestant Mission on 707 W Pikke Street Wednesday evening May 13 at 1 o'clock. The public is cordially invited to attend.
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RC. Jones
Parkershars
Mision
PikKe Street
Bank in Smithfield Closes Abruptly Amid Filing Mystery
The Smithfield bank shut its doors Tuesday morning with cashier W A Lewis implicated in a disputed telephony warning and payoff notes. No bank examiner had visited, no run occurred, and recovery or liquidation prospects hinge on state study. The bank reported assets including 120000 in loans and mortgages, 25000 capital stock, 19000 surplus, 385000 deposits, and cash on hand unknown. Lewis is linked by family to John T Robson of Robinson oil interests in Westsal County.
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Thy Smithield Bank
Smithfield
Jt le
Lona
Lewis
John T. Robson
Robinson
Wetsel County
Jury Acquits John Robinson in Cutting Case
John Robinson colored was acquitted in the circuit court Monday evening on the charge of feloniously using a rake on Knight Potter. Potter suffered serious injuries to one side during the altercation. Potter's mother testified in Baltimore and would not consent to his return to Clarksburg, affecting the jury's view of the evidence. The state failed to prove the case, and the jury acquitted Robinson.
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John Robinson
Ncx
Manuay
Knight Potter
Potter
Baltimore
Clarksburg
Robinson
Governor Blandchard Urges Strict Liquor Controls
Governor Blanchard sent a message to the Louisiana General Assembly urging strict regulation of liquor traffic and the abolition of more rack gambling within the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Roge
Blanchard
Louisiana
Senate Finance Committee Votes on In God We Trust Restoration
The senate committee on finance voted unanimously to report a measure to permanently restore the motto In God We Trust to the coinage. The proposal already passed by the house and awaits further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dic
Senate
House
Wold
Allver Colne
Federal Court Term Set At Martinsburg For Short Session
A federal court term opened Tuesday in Martinsburg with Judge Dayton presiding. With no final business and few minor matters remaining, the session is expected to last only two or three days.
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Martinsburg
Dayton
Residents urged for new fire station in East End
East End residents circulate a petition to city council demanding a fire station. They urge securing funding and a timely decision on location and service, noting current gaps in protection and safety for the neighborhood.
Rebekan Lodge Opens New Rebekah Chapter
Ela Miltinghat reports a new Rebekah lodge started with strong prospects at Walkice. Officers installed include Florinds B. Robinson Vive Grand Elsi A. Lambert secretary Martha Kishbaugh treasurer Nora Dall Wallon Alma Tilkeington conductor Bellé Robinson O S Ge Ada Fielding L86 A T Robinson R S to NG Lol Kemper L S to NG T F Lambert Tt S to G Maud Donaldson. The Clarksburgers enjoyed the good will of Wal nce and look forward to returning.
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Ela Miltinghat
D.d-P
Auling
Rebekah Sorge
Walkice
Currénce
A. F Wagarry
Forteaight
B. Robinsoh
Elsi A. Lambert
Vive Grand
Borlhs A. Cavatier
Martha Kishbaugh
Nora Dall
Wallon
Alma
Tilkeington
Bellé Robinson
Ge Ada Fielding
A. T. Robinson
Lol Kemper
T. F Lambert
Maud Donaldson
Clarksburgers
Wal
West Virginia Medical Association Opens Annual Meeting
The House of Delegates of the West Virginia State Medical Association opens its annual meeting tonight in room 200 at the Waldo Hotel. The first general session is set for 10 o'clock tomorrow morning in the Waldo Assembly Room as delegates prepare for business of Joiners Tow. City commuters bustle as visitors arrive by train and are escorted to hotels and lodging. The association conference continues Wednesday through Friday.
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House of Delegates
Weat
Virginia State Medical Assciation
Waldo Hotel
Waldo Assembly Room
Wood tariff probes lack of newspaper facts
Chairman Munn of the House committee investigating the wood tariff complains of publishers failing to supply facts. He warns the lack of information may delay or prevent the committee from reporting on the tariff charges.
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Washington
Small blaze at residence on Mechanic Street reported
A minor fire occurred Tuesday morning at Miss Linele Biesley’s home on Mechanic Street. The blaze started from a furnace in the basement and was contained by the fire department. Estimated damage about $75.
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Linele Biesley
Éelick
Dmm
Hughes declines New York vice presidency bid
May 12 Governor Hughes states to General Woodford he will not accept the nomination for the vice presidency. The notice also mentions events from the West Virginia Medical Association and a Traders Opera House program with talks by Prof Later Coptin and shows by Gentry Brothers, scheduled for May 26 and ongoing previews.
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New York
Stewart L. Woodford
Hughes
Surasey
West Virginia Medical Association
Traders Opera
Howe
Later Coptin
Philadelphia
Gentry Brothers
Military officer commissions and resignations report
A list details ten officers commissioned and several resignations in the First Infantry units. Names include Leyman, Benjamin Roller, Harry Dolson, and Vicar H. Dyw with rank changes to Second Lieutenant and Captain. Dates show May 1 1905 and May 2 1905 with units such as Company G and Company E Second Infantry.
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Virginia National Gibra Psolen
Joho A
Leyman
Anit Colimbieary
Tale Ab Tatlin
Johutty
Tenten
Stoand
Willa
Walter W. Coeh
Tan
Spencer Man Attempts Suicide At Grand Hotel
Spencer to May 1 1850s era report says Winter 35 of Chicago traveled to Spencer and after drinking heavily threatened self harm in his hotel room at Grand Hotel. He took a dose of poison but was discovered and saved.
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Spencer
Winter
Pitt
Yenrainp
Begin
Colebany
Chicago
Grand Hotel
Wolf
Auloida
Roand County
Panilla
Hia
To Anve Hifm
Double tragedy at Chillicothe ends in deaths
In Chillicothe on May 13 John SL Chil, aged 00 years, killed his wife Rebekah and then himself at Poppess after jealousy over business matters, leaving all three dead. report notes the tragic domestic dispute and its fatal outcome.
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Chillicotae
John
Chil
Knot
Rebekah
Anif
Poppess
sauRe
Taft Sentiment at Grand Rapids Convention Endorsed
Grand Rapids May 12. The Republican state convention was called to order at noon to select four delegates at large to the national convention. Unanimous sentiment seemed to favor the endorsement of Tutt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids, Mich
Tutt
Brakeman Hurt In Rigging Accident On Yard
A brakeman was injured at the focal yards after attempting to board a car. He was dragged a considerable distance and taken to 82 Mary's for treatment. Authorities say injuries are not believed to be serious.
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Freeman Hornick
Mary's Beng
Hatfield Fatalities Reported at Local Mine Site
Two Hatfields were killed in a mining accident at the Pie Gofflery Company operation near Huntington. Walter Keppar Hatfield and another worker perished as a driller attempt failed, authorities said.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Walter Keppar Hatfield
Infant Buried After Intense Cap Day
An infant was buried today after a cap day incident in Gast Place Street area. Mr and Mrs Harry Hardewar of Gast Place Street were present at the burial.
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Harry Hardewar
Gast Pte]treet
Turmoil in Court Over Gurglar Allegations in Ireland
A garbled 19th century criminal trial recounts a jury deliberation amid accusations of burglary and forgery. The proceedings touch on indictments involving men named in the fragmentary record, with references to an order and a trial at a local Irish venue.
Indiana politics centers on nomination race changes
In Indianapolis on May 19, Joseph B. Keating disputes a Washington report claiming no truth in the field for the nomination. The campaign shows better challenges for Fulrames and Bogan, with stronger competition noted today than in previous efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianatolis
Ind
Joseph B. Keating
Fairbanks
Washington
ConfiBed Judge A G Paxton and railway land sale
A report notes the conviction of Judge A G Paxton and details a land sale involving the Tonle Arolsem Company and the railroad, including a windwellts statement and a bid by It F Camiten and Mr. Mo- Cor for a Tylet county portion of a road with movable personal property, totaling 4504807.
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Wetzel County
A. G . Dayton
A. G. Paxton
Hobry W
Eam
Tonle
Arolsem Company
Mgallet
Hw Railroad Company
Bhaitlaly
Kurslurg
Mo- Cor
Tylét Coumby
Movabie Perconal
Ile Bi
Local land and timber deal eyed near Weston
A group tied to a New York company plans a large land and timber transaction near Weston. Negotiations involve representatives from the company and a New Hampshire firm as the deal advances.
Unclear OCR News Item About May Events
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered references to dates and names with no clear event or context. No identifiable persons, organizations, places, or outcomes can be securely determined from the readable fragments.
Fragmented OCR News Item About Local Figures
A garbled OCR passage mentions names and ages in a disjointed way. It references a person and a mother, with unclear events or locations, lacking coherent actions or dates. The readable fragments offer no verifiable facts to confirm a clear report.
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