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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1916

Page

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Trial of Irish Rebel Leader in London Amid Treason Claims

The alleged head of Irish rebels faced trial in London for high treason linked to the Sinn Fein uprising. Witnesses described Casement's efforts to recruit Irish prisoners, promising pay and passage to Germany, while authorities outlined a coded plan found on a paper with directives.

Whysu Vere Joy London Halles Trallee Ireland John Robinson Belfast Royal Army Germany Win Lomberg Casement Robinson Waleed Prague Holwold Casement Ieich

Mrs Anderson Dead After Illness in Burnaville

The body of Mrs Mua MinniwG Andere Won Anderson aged 42 wife of Lew Apierson of Rurayedlie died Sunday night at 2 30 following a illness. She was taken to her home at Burnaville Moodas and the funeral arrangements will be held there on Sunday afternoon. Survived by her husband and seven children.

Mua Minniwg Andere Won Lew, Apierson Rurayedlie O'Elock Burnaville Moodas Ani Hurlis Anderson

Trial of Lynch for Ore Land Case Debated in Circuit Court

Lynch faces trial over an alleged land case in circuit court. He asserts Rouine stole his automobile and used it, nearly causing ruin. The dispute centers on ownership and alleged misuse linked to the land matter.

M. J. Lynch Y Tayault Acainet Lynch Rouine

Snowstorm Leaves One Dead in Deep Inverhore Snow

Snow piled up to nearly one foot in Inverhore over a two day storm that ended today. One person died amid the heavy snowfall as the blizzard disrupted travel and routines in the surrounding area.

Deadwood Inver Hore

Mothers Remembered by Almost Everyone in Clarkeburg

The piece notes widespread observance of Munleys day with strong emotion. It describes mothers as central to communal memory, praising a shared blessing and mourning a departed friend across a divided color line, with Clarkeburg records showing broad participation yesterday.

Clarawourg Tim Clarkeburs

Mexicans Raids to be Resumed at Waldo Hotel Dinner

A distorted report notes a Waldo hotel dinner honoring Mathers' day with carnations and hyline nuitalia, led by Manager Wooddol. It mentions Fred P. Butcher, treated at St. Mary's hospital, and describes limited details about the event and staff participation.

Waldo Hotel Mathers Wooddol Waldo Fow Works Ak

Raid resumes across international line near Brownsville

Report from San Antonio dated May 16 indicates plans for resuming raids across the international line near Brownsville. Army headquarters signal preparations, with a considerable strengthening of patrol forces in the district anticipated.

Ban Antonio Raidn Acrome International Lins Brownsville Teta Haine

Robinson Oil Man Dead in Clarkeburg Leading Local Firms

Jamen Marveline Garrett, a prominent Clarkeburg oil businessman and Democrat, died at 6% hours after a prolonged illness. He lived at 158 Mechanic Street and led Curtis Oil Company and Marshville Oil and Gas, with roles in Little Sand Oil and Merahville Oil. He married Agnes Harbert in 1888 and is survived by a wife, two children, parents, three sisters, and five brothers. Funeral at Warrett home Tuesday, burial in Manonte cemetery, with Rev. W. Taylor and Rev. A. Talley officiating.

Jimen Marveline Garrett Fe Warrett W. Taylor A. Talley Manonte Trinten Murenttun Garrett Simpoon's Fork Hartlson County W. Va Garrett Hugh Sally Monroe Garrett Limestone Creek Moynolda Vill Marshville Robert A Jamis M.hen West Union Dovdrite Atore Murutville Kentucky Muda Clirkaburg Nile Mechanic Street Marehvilly Oi and Gas Company Curtis OM Company Point Comfort Oil and Gas Company Proddent and Manniger Curtis Ol Company Marshville Oil and Gas Company Ty Arnett Little Agnes Harbert Marshall County Judson Harbert Larrivan Wade

Death Angel Takes Archie A. Crawford

Archie A. Crawford former Hast Hind fire department official died in St Marys hospital at 4 am Sunday after weeks of failing health. Funeral services to be held at the Crawford home this evening and at 9 am Wednesday in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Born December 8, 1876 in Brockwayville Pa he lived in Clarksburg for years and was active in Elk Knights of Columbus and other fraternal orders. He is survived by his wife Roxie Welch, parents, two sons and several siblings.

Archie A. Crawford Oplan Hast Hind Fire Department St. Mary’n Hospital Ly Waa Pike Street Crawford Hom Church of the Immaculate Conception Laurivent Holy Cross Cemetery Mr. Crawford Brockwayville J. D. Crawford Clarksbure Cinlonna Crawford Finneal Omisa Roxirien Welch John Welch Howard Crawford Davin James McCay Bronwayville A.aleters John Alexander Crawford Buffalo N.Y Willis Robert Brodwayville William Robert Crawford James McKay

Campaign Frame for Woman's Party Convention Moves Forward

The Woman's Party begins preparations for a publicity campaign and to complete organizational work ahead of its convention. Plans include daily street meetings in Chicago at Thirty Street until the convention date.

Woman's Party Sameine Republcan Hirty Street Chicago

Wage Increase For Western Union Operators Proclaimed

Pittsburg reports reveal Western Union telegraph operators east of the city received new wage increases effective today May 1. About 300 operators across the Western Union system are affected with boosts ranging up to thirty three and one third percent based on tenure and service length.

Pittsburg Pennsylvania Mnex Pitsburg Western Union

Hursey Funeral Held for Mrs Mary Elizabeth Hursey

Funeral services for Mrs Mary Elizabeth Hursey, who died at her home on Sixth Street, will be conducted at 11 o clock Tuesday morning at Hursey Home. The Rev Cherlon B Mitchell and W M Forlersons will lead the service with relatives in attendance, burial at Odd Fellows Cemetery.

Bunerad Pervicen Mra Mary Elizabeth Hursey Apna Kh Yaark J. Ward Rupsell Sixth Street Tuwaday Huwsell Triendo Anl Cherlon B. Mitchell W. MH. Forlesons Texervice Jinne Toatwin Odd Fellows

Morris Hearn David Morrin Arrested for Prohibition Violation

David Morrin, arraigned Saturday in county afflona court for violating the prohibition by having intoxicants in a public house. He will be arraigned for trial or hearing in Magistrate Judyon V. Ourrie's court Thursday evening at 7:30.

David AM Morrin Afflona Judyon

Seven Bishops Betrothed For Baratoaga Diocese Vote

At the May 14 session in Saratoga Springs New York the General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church prepared a methodist plan for electing seven bishops. The conference recommended seven bishops be chosen with one assigned to Korea where work has been supervised by a missionary. The new episcopal residence will be in Westkal, Michigan.

Baratoga Syrings Methodiat Koren Wetkalt Mieb

National guard strike service cost Allegheny County funds

The strike service of the national guard prepared in Allegheny County about ten days ago will rent the state between $10,000 and $40,000. The adjutant general was paid today. Cavalry units on duty will be with a train today or tomorrow. The 1902 miners strike cost the state more than $1,000,000.

Hardeburg Allegheny Alrike Kervier National Guard

Taft Testifies in Windsa Windstorm Perjury Trial

Former President Taft testified in Washington on May 15 in a perjury trial of three Riggs National Bank officers. The prosecution’s case was not yet closed. defense plans to call witnesses and present hypotheses as the next phase of testimony begins with one witness expected today.

Riggs National Bank Washington Taft Riggs National Vuk Wittens Glover

Richard Howell Dead at Fair Grounds Home

Richard H Howell aged about 40s died Sunday afternoon at his home near the Fair Grounds after lingering illness. Funeral services set for 2:80 Monday at the Howell residence with the Salvation Army leader in charge. Burial in Masonic cemetery. Survived by widow and seven children.

Richard H. Howell Fair Grounds Howell Salvat Tow Army Masonic Cemetery Ian

Marriage License Issued in Dublin Amid Staged Premature Quith

A marriage license was issued to Jamon F Minnie and Perp and J Frere in Dublin on May 16. Premier as quith has been here for several days, sloparing this morning for Bel fast to conter with prominent men in the North.

Jamon F Minnie Perp J Frere Dublin Asquith Belfast

Special Train Call Urges City Merchants Turnout

The Chirksvnig Board of Trade officers urge Clarlaburg business men to attend a special train at the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad station tomorrow. The meeting is set for 10 oclock with a full turnout expected.

Chirksvnig Board of Trade Aftarte Clarlaburg Baltimore and Ohio

Painter killed and Burton wounded in Verdun bombardment

In the Verdun region near Avocourt and Hill 304, French officials report a bombardment incident with Painter killed and Burton wounded. The story notes a separate claim of a poet’s theft and a farm-related killing, with details of arrests and later actions unclear due to damaged text.

Avocourt Wood Verdun

Cleveland Bakers Parade After Death During Strike

Police report plans to convene the holding of union bakers to mourn the death of a 34 year old baker killed during a strike night. Pickets from Menar fosen district march with the body, while two men including a son in law face charges amid a tense scene at the home.

Cleveland Jasoph Fri Atrilling Menar Fosen Union Bakern Tct Lucy Dold Paat Konen Koren Bil Kre Urpant

Gompers Sends Support to Garment Strike in New York

Samuel Gompers, president of the AFL, telegrams Benjamin Schlessinger praising the garment workers strike and condemning manufacturers. He vows support for what he calls the rightful victory against oppression and tyranny of the monopoly system.

Sinee Birtho Palem New York Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Benjamin Schlessinger Toh Tadoration Monsaxn Gompers

Bankers Trust seeks sale to reorganize Wabash Pittsburg line

In Lore Island area Judge Orr heard arguments by Attorneys for Bankers Trust Company acting as trustees for the Wabash Pittsburg Terminal railroad mortgage holders. The court granted permission to sell the property to enable reorganization and set to consider reducing the upset price. A second matter regarding financial accountability of molders was adjourned. In Gibbstown New Jersey on May 15 a nitrate plant exproson at Du Pont Powder Company Repauno killed several workers.

Pyrrsborg Bankers ‘Trust Company New York Wabash- Pittsburg Terminal Railroad Orr Federal District Court Junge Orr Mater Gibbstown N. J du Pont Repauno Hare

Judge Robinson pursued GOP nomination in Harrison County drive

Gratton judge Ire Rovmaun seeks Republican nod with broad support from friends and officials in Harrison County. Campaign road show underlines strong health and upbeat outlook as locals predict Robinson sweep in the June 6 primary.

Ire F. Rovmaun Gratton Henrir Kavernor Harrison County Aendment Tor Robinson

Heavy artillery along Macedonian frontier reported

Havas correspondent at Saloniki says heavy firing along the Macedonian frontier continues. Infantry fighting is reported in progress while Bulgarian camp at Xanthi was bombarded by French airmen.

Havas Paris Satoniki Progreal Xanthi

Expedition checked awaiting reinforcements at Marathon

May 15 Marathon Texas reports the expedition pursuing bandits in Mexico paused for more men. Colonel Sibley sent a message to Major General Funston requesting all available troops. observers note Laughortie and his cavalry may be 200 miles ahead with no guard for lines of communication from Marathon base.

Marathon Tex Glen Hoguillan Weolax

British Repulse Berlin Attack Near Hulluch

British forces near Hulluch repelled German assaults in northern France as they attempt to retake trenches recently seized by German units. French forces faced resistance near Verdun's Dead Man's Hill and in the Cablette war sector. A separate notice from Charleston reports a registered trap shooting tournament to be held Wednesday May 17 at Woodwood with several professionals participating. A family update from Waterbury Connecticut states Thomas B Cranwell died at home after a lengthy illness. J Cranwell traveled to be with his father.

Berlin Hulluch France Bry War Office Verdun Dead Man's Hill Charleston Wedwood Wohwood

Elks Call Members to Funeral of Archie A. Crawford

Exalted Ruler Frank Horr of the Hika lodge requests 24 members meet at the Wika home at 7 30 this evening to march to the late Archie A. Crawford’s home for the order’s ritual memorial service. Crawford was a longtime active member and the lodge desires large representation.

Frank Horr Hika Lodge Wika Archie A. Crawford Crawford

Church Dedicated with Appropriate Ceremony Bratt ren church

A recently completed church on Dam street united Bratt ren in Stanley Heights was dedicated Sunday with large crowds attending. The offering across three services totaled about $9,000. Bishop W. Ms Wooksey preached the morning sermon and Dr W. G. Taylor, Rev. BM. dlaber, Rav. A. W. Morriece, and Rev. G. Kadabugh officiated at platform meetings and evening service. The storm interrupted the concluding sermon and darkened the church as the lights went out.

New Dam Street United Brattren Stanley Heights W. Ms Wooksey Parkarsburg Hales Rav W. G. Taylor BM. Dlaber Paar Ventre Curiam A. W. Morriece G. Kadabugh Laington Thin Polawman

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