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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1913
Page
4
An item from The Evening Echo surveys topics from school aviation demonstrations to garbage disposal and city issues. It notes plans for a crematory debate, debates tariff policy, and concerns about municipal regulations and worker wages amid Democratic tariff debate.
Mrs Mary Hoffman wife of G Hoffman a well known oil回 ret contractor was overcome by pins and a room of her home one noon but was revived by a neighbor who came in a brief call. She was repusci by physician to a now expected to recover shortly although in serious condition for time a gas burner had been timed on in the apt and forgotten.
A church in Eastbourne suffered serious damage after a blaze reportedly started by militant suffragists. The fire threatened a valuable painting of Christ which was defaced as the flames were checked in time.
A collection of court judgments reversed or clarified by judges Miller and Robinson. Topics include State vs Merrill from Tucker County, Garrison vs Town of Flatwoods Braxton County, Moore vs Town of Flatwoods Braxton County, and trustee responsibilities in insolvent bank cases. The opinions discuss director liability, stockholder remedies, and creditor protection in insolvency proceedings.
The president sent to the Senate the name of Samuel A. Hays of West Virginia to be collector of internal revenue for the West Virginia district. The nomination follows a request by state officials and associates tied to the Western medical and professional community.
Fragmentary text shows candidates seeking subscriptions and support from friends who have not yet been visited. They request assistance in soliciting subscriptions and feeding feed to secure votes. The readable portion implies outreach efforts ahead of an election.
A man died after being dragged for a long distance by a horse and cart near a limestone quarry on Stagad rocks. Witnesses say he was found unconscious and died six hours later despite efforts to save him.
In a Morgantown courtroom a verdict awarded $12,500 to the defendant in the Buckhannon & Northern Railroad Co. v Great Scott Coal Co. case after contentious testimony. The proceeding involved the Baltimore and Ohio railroad and featured several regional figures from Fairmont and nearby towns.
May 15 report that the Croaby Company, a metal stamping firm, locked out 1,100 machinists and closed its Buffalo plant after 200 workers went on strike on Monday. Pickets gathered at the works as the company announced it would not reopen amid local difficulties.
The piece notes a shift in advertising from appealing to wives and households to attracting men in clubs and hotels. It highlights stores tailoring merchandising to busy men for quick, correct, individualized apparel and efficient service, and claims practical value for up‑and‑doing men in Telegram advertising pages.
Harris J Irwin a local baseball pitcher once signed by Mack of the Philadelphia Americans faces a murder charge after an incident in Johnson and Gordon court. A revolver was involved and Irwin allegedly opened fire, injuring a man and causing a fatal outcome.
M Vaughan longtime Parkersburg resident and prominent family member dies at age 56. Survived by widow and one son. Details mention a will and past references to a sugar drone. The text also notes wartime passenger voyages and San Francisco exposition plans.
May 15 report from Moundsville details the brief marriage of Lewis Denholm and Halla Rherbaugh. After three days of wedded bliss, three days of separation, the bride filed for divorce on charges of adultery. The notice outlines the matrimonial venture and forthcoming proceedings.
Higapre ndicit is a patient at St Marys hospital with appendicitis after a recent operation for the condition. Mrs Talbott is well known in the city with many friends and relatives hoping for a speedy recovery. In Morgantown on May 15 William E Jenkins was found guilty in under ten minutes and sentenced on six indictments for unlawfully retailing liquor at a speakeasy. He was fined $25 and sentenced to six months in jail in each case.
A distorted 19th century advertisement promises a $100 reward for proof that Cheney's Catarrh Cure cures all cases. It claims to be a constitutional remedy acting on blood and mucous surfaces, building strength, with testimonials available. Address F. J. Cheney Co. Toledo Ohio, sold by druggists.
A fragmentary ad fragment describes Grass Porch Rugs as the best line offered to patrons. It touts rugs that wear well and are easy to clean, woven tight and smooth, and stenciled with lead and oil paint to ensure lasting color and gloss. The text is incomplete but emphasizes durability and finish.
Advertises Glace Kid gloves in black tan white gray and champaign at 1.00 to 1.65 per pair. Includes embroidered backs and 3-button options with various color combinations. Also mentions Centemers glace kid and Fine 2 ency Kid Gloves with four color choices.
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