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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1915
Page
1
Passengers aboard the Transylvania report a submarine sighting off the northwest coast of Ireland on a Saturday afternoon. They describe a periscope and conning tower, a possible torpedo claim, and a quick zigzag retreat by the steamer to safety.
Washington dispatch reports a public hearing at the Department of Agriculture weighing state quarantine proposals to curb shipment of chestnut lumber with bark. The measure targets shipments from New Hampshire to areas outside the listed states, including portions of Ohio and Nebraska.
UISBOX Paris May 1 An attempted assassination on Joao Chagas, new Portuguese cabinet president, left him badly wounded on a train. A bullet pierced his forehead and exited near the right parietal bone, and he may lose his sight. The attacker, Senator Freitas, was killed at the railway station by a witness. A soldier assailed by civilians urged restraint as the crowd demanded the assassin’s death.
A passenger from New York aboard the Cunard liner Pennsylvania reports a German submarine was sighted near Glasgow. The vessel zigzagged to escape, and small boats were launched as a precaution.
Paris: French war office states about 2000 German dead were left on the battlefield west of the Yser canal conquered yesterday and the day before. French forces captured prisoners, consolidated positions east of the canal, repulsed German counterattacks, and held the line north of Notre Dame d Lorette while continuing artillery actions near Arras and Berry au Bac.
An official statement from the Russian general staff dated March 18 says Austro German forces pursued Russian troops shifting to a new position between the Plica and the upper Vistula. The report claims attacks toward the Stryant Dona and along the Pruth were unsuccessful.
Mrs. Eaton, named in police raid charges, pleaded guilty to running the Spouse and was fined 155 dollars in police court. She was ordered to stay in the city to care for her children and arrangements were made for her old home in Oro. Fairmont note: George Koontz, 70, committed suicide by poison, a recent resident.
Phil Ups Sheet and Tin Plate Company officers will arrive in Clarksburg Wednesday night by private car to inspect the company properties Thursday morning. They plan to depart Thursday afternoon for Welton and Welton and Steubenville on Friday, with Messrs BF Weir and D M Wet, former Clarksburg residents, accompanying the party. The Philips millias are ill operati jans in full and every effort will be mada to sive the employes of the Clarksburg plant steady employment.
New York March 1 The Concordia line steamship Orduna sailed for Liverpool with 225 passengers none of them American. In President Wilson’s honor the yacht Blaytdower lay at Hudson anchors while the Orduna was decked with hunting streamers from mast to bow. Captain Taylor said he was not worried about submarines and expected 200 uninterrupted miles across.
May 15 report from Grafton notes a record cold May with northern West Virginia experiencing the coldest May in years. Snow fell in the mountains and ice formed in small streams, surprising residents and slowing outdoor activity.
May 18 Antonio Vila brother of General Wiliz died from wounds after a clash in Chihuahua City. Dispatches from Juarez report several officers killed or wounded as Willa tried to quell intoxicated soldiers at the bull ring in the state capital. Officials say the incident had no political significance.
Frank Mayo a Detroit real estate representative with EW Valverr was arrested on fraud charges after allegedly selling Canadian property as Detroit helos inOjibway park addition and promising work to foreigners who were lured to the city. Bond set at 50 dollars pending trial.
The Farmington strike riot case closes as Louis Urich receives a life sentence for first degree murder of Constable WRK. Judge Haymond overrules a motion for a new trial. circuit court adjourns for the term. Also reports include a rat-killing record in Fairmont and funeral services for nine month old Fre Ells Jay.
May 18 1926 New York Justice Hendrick signed an order transferring Harry Thaw from Tombs to Ludlow Street Jail custodial care. The move follows a request by Thaws counsel who argued for better conditions and uniform changes for inmates. Thaw is not charged with a crime, and the transfer aims to keep him under care without punishment.
Clarksburg Commanders No 35, Knights Templar, elected and installed officers Monday night led by Eminent Commander B A Tevhenyr and Generalissimo Morian Parsons. Detailing officers include Captain General G C Pruntz, Prelate D H Reed, Treasurer Charles W Furbee, Recorder Fred E Delbridge, and wardens L Kincheloe and E Laaben. Di Matheny chosen to represent at state conclave in Blofeld. invitation extended to host next year.
The great fleet of warships left the Hudson after ten days, headed seaward with President Wilson aboard the presidential yacht. The Wyom ing led the line of ships as Admiral Fletcher's fleet steamed past the Mayflower with twenty one gun salutes. Tens of thousands watched as the ships formed near New York before heading to rendezvous for war games along the Atlantic coast.
May 18 Charleston reports a shooting at Cabondale left John Williams and his wife Mary Williams in critical condition. The victims, both colored, were removed to the general hospital by Barlow ambulance after the assailants, identified as the Williams, fled into the woods. Fayette County officers have been notified and pursuit continues.
West Virginia held a second extraordinary session at noon today with the Senate fully present while several House members had not yet arrived by 12:23 p.m. Private Secretary Welter n S. Halishen delivered Governor Hintfield's message.
Deputy Commissioner J H Tenner arrested James Emanuel Payne on Third Street with two pint bottles of whiskey in his pockets. Payne faces a magistrate court hearing for violating the prohibition law by possessing liquor in a public thoroughfare scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.
A one dollar verdict was returned for Elijah Gain in a $300 personal injury case against the county court after he was thrown from a spring wagon into a gate while driving over a rough road. The Home Furnishing Company suit against Jackson Mining and Manufacturing was resumed Tuesday with jurors and witnesses excused until Wednesday. An application for Antonio Arenz to obtain a revolver license was docketed and a hearing continued until a future date.
In Point Marion Pennsylvania a car incident led to injuries and arrests. George Rannac was arrested by Baltimore and Ohio officers after attempting to flee on a tree from Point Marion. released by county authorities. Stephen Wanskorich suffered multiple broken ribs and was arrested for violating prohibition laws. The car occupants were found with over eight gallons of whiskey. both were seriously injured in the crash.
In Magisterial Court of T G Nicewarner on Tuesday morning Patrick O Connell and Joseph Adis were fined one dollar plus costs for stealing two title on a train in the local railroad yards. They paid the sums and were released.
May 18. Plans are under consideration for a large horticultural fair to highlight the rapidly growing fruit production in Hampshire Mineral Berkeley Grant and other eastern West Virginia counties. The fair may be held at Keyser, a major shipping center and headquarters for many orchard companies.
Tedds Olander of Adamston faced trial late Tuesday in Magistrate W Starcher's court on a charge of simple assault against Samuel Yost, also of Adamston, with the case proceeding in the afternoon session.
Flanders Twilles, colored, who escaped from a road gang at Parsons Saturday, was arrested Monday night and is now a prisoner in the county jail awaiting an officer from Randolph county. Ivilley, a negro, fled after selling whiskey and narrowly escaped the mob. Twilley, with shackles, ran with injured ankles and bruises.
London May 13 There have been no new developments in the threatened break between Winston Spencer Churchill first lord of the admiralty and Lord Fisher first sea lord It is understood the matter will be the subject of a statement in the house of commons today The Daily Telegraph says the resignation of Lord Fisher is thought to be probable.
A brief high school boys cross country item notes their team preparing for upcoming race action. Runners are listed, with emphasis on training progress and school involvement. The piece highlights school spirit and athletic development as athletes pursue season goals.
The notice outlines a series of church events and campaigns across the week including evangelist sermons, decision days, and professional night. Activities feature First Methodist Episcopal church gatherings, with services on Tuesday campaign hours and a tabernacle gathering, plus Wednesday state night for professionals and community leaders.
Rain and light snow disrupted a tabernacle service in Grand Rapids on Monday night. Attendance held steady despite the weather, with hundreds present and many signing penitence cards. An evangelist urged immediate action to avoid crime, tying it to spiritual renewal. Industrial night activities and business plans proceeded as farmers hoped crops would survive frost.
West Virginia state board of control ordered metal badges for Panama Pacific exposition attendees. Badges feature a two-piece bar and medallion connected by a ribbon. The bar lists the event name date and seal while the medallion bears a state map with key cities and the state tower. The top part can be discarded and the medalion used as a watch fob. Finishes include silver gold and bronze.
Governor Hatfield will deliver the address at the Hatfield graduation exercises. J. P. Marsh state superintendent of schools will be secretary of the board. The program spans Sunday June 6 to Saturday with sermons, elocution contests, and senior day activities. Principal Suytman notes a very successful year.
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