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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
1
The Bal the Almint Company of America is accused of illegal contracts and unreasonably high prices. It is claimed the monopoly arose from an unlawful agreement and dissolution of the corporation is sought.
At Victoria theater J Hater Davis James F Allen and John A Tierney named delegates for judicial congressional and state party conventions. A dispute over committee structure preceded the session. James W Robinson outlined recent legislative actions in Charleston. Delegates and alternates listed for the May 22 Clarksburg judicial convention June 4 Wheeling congressional district convention June 6 Parkersburg state convention. quarrel over Parkersburg delegate replacement noted.
In Harrison County, Wesley Steele is urged for the Republican nomination for sheriff. Supporters praise his spotless private and business record, strong party loyalty, courteous manner, and executive ability from years of local dealings in Tenmile district.
Fragmentary notes describe a chaotic session with a temporary chair, late adjournments, and references to personnel and motions. The text hints at procedural turmoil, upcoming votes, and possible appointments amid unclear details.
A taft area notice notes a high level local gathering canceled due to scheduling confusion. A hotel official and a listed attendee were unable to attend the afternoon events and the planned meeting tonight was missed.
Fragmentary text shows references to Taft and reciprocity amid blunt political rhetoric. Mentions of a person named John Of Breck and scattered place markers suggest a historical debate scene in Greenville with opposition figures and a focus on character and policy.
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