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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
11
On the Western Front little movement is reported with only artillery duels signaling activity. A Turkish position has been taken, deepening gloom for observers and raising concerns about the front’s tactical situation.
Houston G Young, chief clerk in the secretary of state office, announces his bid for secretary of state. He touts eight years of service, strong West Virginia ties, support from leading state politicians, and a broad network across state offices.
Berlin reports that the German army headquarters issued a statement citing good progress in military operations. The release, captured from a London desk dispatch, notes advances and ongoing efforts, with continued coverage expected on page 3.
The Ohio House proposed an appropriation to erect a memorial monument for George Meek described as the first American to die in the Spanish American war. Meek, a sailor on a torpedo boat, served in the battle of Cardenas harbor and hailed from Meek’s former home in Hyde, Ohio.
Swedish steam ship companies linking Stockholm to Norrkoping London and Hull suspend services due to constant traffic interruptions by German warships in the Baltic Sea causing serious delays and making trade impracticable.
The committee in charge of the Fourth of July celebration at the fair grounds announces a partial schedule for the day. Morning events include patriotic observances and activities organized for attendees. Further details will be released as plans are finalized.
Despatches report French and British forces advancing around the Gallipoli peninsula. French troops aided by a French fleet deploy in the Bay as Turkish positions at Chibabs face attack. British forces land at Gaba Tepe and move toward Koch Isa with the aim of surrounding Turkish defenses.
Minnie McDonald was arrested and tried for drunkenness by city officials. The case was dismissed by county authorities for lack of evidence, and she promised to leave town, eventually heading to Clarksburg. Meanwhile lawmakers concluded business ahead of adjournment with tax repeal and weather measures advancing.
The Tygares Valley Presbyterial plans a three day session at Central Presbyterian Church on Pike Street. Ladies of the church meet at 7 30 p m tonight at Mrs G M West home to finalize delegate entertainment and program details. Southland speakers are listed and the public is welcome to all sessions over June 1 2 and 3.
A Clarks area fair plans a big Fourth of July celebration with a motorcycle race, a greased pig event, and a razorback sow demonstration. The program includes Sigle race entries, S100 purse, free admission for some events, and a performance by Sheff Ross F. Stout's famous show horses with music and refreshments throughout the day.
Charleston May 20 Thomas Sherrard chairman of the Republican state committee announced that J R Reynolds secretary of the Republican national committee would be here Friday for a conference on national and state politics.
Secretary of War Garrison spoke at Lake Mo Honk urging strong national defenses and readiness to deter aggression. He warned against delaying defense policy arguing militarism as preparedness is essential, while avoiding EU conflict details. A separate court note mentions Ralph Beejoide jailed on prohibition charge and scheduled arraignment June 4.
Officers and directors of the Phil lige Sheet and Tin Plate Company conducted an inspection tour of the companys focal plant east of City on Thursday morning. Led by president E T Weir and vice president D M Weir, the group praised conditions before traveling by private car to Weirton for further inspection and then to Steubenville for a Friday visit.
Paris reports from Rome say the Italian Chamber of Deputies by a nearly unanimous vote granted full power to the minister of war. The day’s telegram notes nothing else remarkable occurred Wednesday.
Spokane Washington May 20 More than 1.79 sheep in a three mile radius of Bords near a hamlet north of there died after grazing on white camas weed. J Binnick state food inspector said the herd of 1300 was affected. some animals ran wild and died from convulsions while others drowned in the Kettle Cover.
Wheeling May 24 publisher J B Tanes long prominent Democrat of West Virginia died today after a protracted illness at age 74. He served as United States consul at an earlier period.
London dispatch reports Anton Kuepferle an American claiming to have served in the military to Britain’s enemies hanged himself in Brixton prison. He left a slate message defending his trial and denouncing the scaffold while a court noted his death by his own action. The incident follows his confession and testament notes.
The upper branch of the legislature recessed at noon and will resume at 3 PM. Three of the compromise measures reached third reading, another to second reading. The tax on oil and gas, charter fees, and excise tax are due for passage, with support expected from a large faction. The House read many bills and advanced them. Rosenbloom’s tax and road funding measures received favorable reports, while the Senate rejected or amended similar bills. The House also passed the Rosenbloom resolution commuting Leo Frank’s death sentence to life imprisonment by governor Georgia memo.
Joean Homeno an Italian coal miner was shot to death by Dominick Ferrarra at Consolidation Coal Company Mine No 2 in Monongah shortly after 10 this morning. Ferrarra fled after the shooting following a quarrel from yesterday and is still at large as authorities issue a description.
The Harrison County Savings and Loan Association organized with authorized capital of 125,000 after its first stockholders meeting. A 25-member board of directors was elected, including C. E. Parr L. G. Lockwood Clarence W. Post Jasper S. Kyle and C. D. Elliott. The board elected J. G. Lockwood president Clarence W. Post vice president and C. Aicknityre secretary.
A British trawler named Chrysolite was sunk by a German submarine about 30 miles off Kimnard's Head in the North Sea. The crew abandoned ship and were rescued by a Norwegian steamer and landed at Trawlers base. Submarines are believed to be operating these waters.
The city treasurer’s office will be open every Saturday night from 7 to 9 o’clock for tax payments during May. All persons owing city of Clarksburg taxes are urged to pay promptly. The delinquent list will be published the first week in June.
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