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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1906
Page
1
The Forepaugh and Sellers Brothers circus arrived Sunday, drawing thousands to the depot area for a noon unloading and a spectacular parade. The show opened Monday with the Flames, aerial nets, and star acts including Six hundred performers, the Eight Dollars troupe, and the famous Mamie Forepaugh.
At 2 30 oclock Bemis nloria cere Harry B 5 an Srgientanee stray dow on Pike street near Third officers found John Watson big negro employee off the stable and Maude Byer a white woman in a room partially naked. They were arrested and tried. The mayor found both guilty and fined 20 dollars and thirty days in jail. Moore appealed for Watson.
The Peerless window glass factory near operation at a cost of 40000 dollars narrowly escaped total destruction about 5 o clock Saturday evening. Inspector Tynn S Horner noticed a blaze near the roof while checking a gas regulator. A bucket brigade fought the fire and saved much of the structure, though extensive woodwork suffered. Damage totals several hundred dollars.
Count Keller colonel of dragoons was severely wounded when a bomb exploded as he rode back from a review in Katlisz on May 21. His horse was killed and an orderly injured. The assailant, a young man, escaped. Keller had led efforts to quell disturbances in the area.
Rev 8.8 Cochran preached the commencement sermon to colored graduates in Water Street School’s assembly hall at 3 p.m. Sunday. The sermon titled Intelligent goodness covered four heads and praised the Hand Maid of Prosperity, the Child of Industry, the Parent of Opportunity, and the Pensioner of Heaven. His logic was faultless and his delivery clear and eloquent.
A government official recently fined several local parties forty dollars for improper mail matter. Mail Pouch tobacco tags were sent to Bloch Brothers as second class mail matter, with letters inside designating the persons they desired. The packages were opened at the Wheeling post office and examined, leading to the penalties.
The readable text notes many people at the show and thousands waiting downtown. It mentions horses and other animals in good condition, wagons painted and well kept, and fresh, well cared for cattle.
Miveney J. W. Hoeffler, who came here from Woodfield Ohio about a year ago, departed Clarkeburg suddenly. Financial obligations totaling several hundred dollars, including notes, are said to have driven his departure. He allegedly mishandled funds of a secret organization where he served as secretary treasurer. Friends hope he will soon settle his debts and that the departure was not for evading payment.
A report claims Mayor Harmer required payment for parade permits. The mayor and police chief reportedly told organizers there was no license required and offered free use of streets and police protection. Adam 4-Paw-Sells Bros. and G. D. Steele signed as legal adjuster.
A young girl in Wallace triggers bitter rivalries among several admirers. Jealousy leads to a fight after Brice Shepherd from Rock Camp oil field confronts Red Brooks, who delivers a brief beating. Shepherd returns to the oil field bruised and dejected with facial injuries.
The many friends of Edward Vincent Hill learn of the bright lad's death after a lingering illness at his parents' home on Short Street Saturday evening. Edward, though new to Clarksburg, made many friends by his genial disposition and thoughtful care for others. Funeral services will be held at Goff Methodist Episcopal Church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock with the pastor in charge. All friends of the family are invited to attend.
The local baseball team defeated Lafayette 8 to 0 at Union Park on Sunday. The locals were strengthened since their last home game and beat Lafayette again after the previous Saar. Angibrite pitched a great game for the locals.
The funeral for Dr Albert Cameron was held Sunday at the First Methodist church with services by Mount Olivet Lodges No 3 AB & ALM and Knights of Pythias. Clergy from across the state attended. pallbearers were Parkersburg ministers. He died in Baltimore after gall bladder surgery and is buried at Mount Olivet cemetery. he was presiding elder of the Buckhannon district.
St Paul athlete Bull Smith, famed as the St Paul challenger, remained briefly in hospital in St Paul with inflammatory rheumatism but was improving and expected to leave soon. The Commercial Club prepared a large reception and banquet in his honor, while St Paul papers note a sympathy vote and carnations sent as a remembrance.
Dayton Ohio May 21 The American Baptist Home Missionary Society marks its seventy fourth anniversary with elected vice presidents and a new treasurer. At two PM the ninety second anniversary of the American Baptist Missionary Union, the oldest Baptist missionary society in the world, began and W W Keen en delivered the annual address.
At the Methodist Episcopal Church South General Conference in Birmingham on May 21, Bishop J Tigert was ordained yesterday. An amendment set the first Wednesday in May, 101 as the time for a subsequent conference. The Laschmich extension committee was adopted amid debate.
An article notes Col Freman leaving the Well Sapsity Company for Franklin, Pa to take a new post with a question of responsibility. Friends express warm wishes as the deputy county clerk issues marriage licenses to William C. Harbison and Cresit Lorcan, and Crs Freed Bates and Ams N.
Dr BS K Arbuthas delivered the baccalaureate sermon to Clarkshore High School’s graduating class before a crowded church. He stressed that graduation marks only the beginning of life’s challenges, urged character and piety, and urged graduates to dedicate their talents to God while pursuing growth in faith and learning. The class includes Elsie Earle, Mary Kidd, Bessie Tienhart, Pearl Showalter, Genevieve Stealey, Susi Stealey, Mable Nuebaum, Alta Fnoden, Floried Manley, Fredilie Wagner, and Percy Showalter.
May 21 Petersburg reports a military court condemned Lieutenant General Stossel who led Port Arthur defenses and Rear Admiral Nelogatoff who commanded a squadron. The surrender to Japanese forces at sea is cited as the cause amid the broader Port Arthur and Sea of Japan actions.
Mrs Im Fretch Bates and Misg Ama S Chilidres traveled to the city Monday for a double Meetek affair. The event included a ceremony and a celebratory ride that both parties enjoyed, with tickets sold for the occasion.
The city announced a holiday closure for schools from Monday through Friday, with classes resuming the following week. Students on assignments or examinations will be reminded of the wrap-up period and return date.
A scrambled report notes Storm averting a cor throne crisis as discussions on succession and order proceed. Count Solcky, head of the upper house, has been notified that the upper house address will be sent to the Emperor via Baron Fredericks, minister of the Imperial house, under terms matching a prior reply to President Mouromtani.
Washington May 21 Senator Elkins urged an amendment to include traveling salesmen in the list of preferred creditors under the bankruptcy law. He argued these men lack the means to protect their interests when a debtor goes bankrupt. The traveling men’ s national headquarters urged passage, saying thousands of men in West Virginia would benefit from the measure.
The State Department confirmed the murder of W. H. Stuart American vice consul at Batoum Russia. Ambassador Meyer reported in St Petersburg that details are scarce and the killer escaped. The dispatch notes the assassination occurred late last night with limited information available.
The Phillips Sheet & Tin Plate Company team defeated Clarksburg Saturday at the park hall ground by a margin of 30 to 2. Hughes pitched well for Phillips, while Clarksborg fielded a ragged lineup and blamed their lack of a regular team. Spectators criticized Clarksborg for poor effort and noted several players also played Sunday with Lafayette. Phillips faces Lafayette next Saturday.
Deeds recorded show Stephen Z Bennett transferring property to Seme and David C Morgan to Galt for parcels totaling 118 acres. The death of the adult daughter of W T Franklin occurred Monday at a local hospital after illness. Mrs Franklin is reported as attending.
Fragmented police notes describe a burglary attempt at a brewery on Short Street. Earlier observers say the band attempted entry using improvised tools, dodging officers as they fled toward the railroad crossing.
A disturbance at a practice led to Starkey punching a boy and officers responding. A bystander details show one officer summoned, a fight ensued, and charges were brought against the winner.
A scrambled telegraph item notes the pope has passed a quiet night and reports a slight rise in temperature above normal. The brief missive mentions the pontiff's health and a cautious outlook as morning prayers are predicted.
A local religion feature planned for Morgantown engages community groups and clergy for a new public discussion. Officials outlined aims to explore faith perspectives and ethical concerns at upcoming meetings, inviting broad participation from residents and organizations.
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