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Newspaper

The Daily Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1914

Page

11

Attempt to Reach Palace Ends in Suffragist Clash

London May 21 Police broke up a large line of militant suffragists marching on Buckingham Palace to hand a petition to King George. Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst and several leaders were arrested after a hand to hand melee with mounted police. Forty arrests, including Mrs Pankhurst and her daughter Sylvia, were reported as clashes left several injured.

London Buckingham Palace King George Constitution Hill Palace Emmaline Pankhurat Taft Ing George

Militant women plan procession as police seal Buckingham Palace

London May 21 police ring Buckingham Palace and St James Park to bar a planned protest led by Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst and militants. About 1500 police occupy grounds while detectives from Scotland Yard and 1000 patrolmen stand ready amid warnings of arrests under emergency provisions.

London St. James Park Buckingham Palace George Emmaline Pankhurst Royal Nuarters Scotland Yard

Coke Production Records Set in United States

Washington May 21 coke production in the United States broke records with a total output of 46 411 909 short tons valued at 128 951 430 dollars according to the geological survey. Beehive ovens produced 35 569 660 short tons and retort ovens 12 714 700 short tons. Alabama led gains with about 50 percent and Pennsylvania about 33 percent. Average price per ton was 2 29 for beehive coke and 5 83 for retort coke.

Washington United States Geological Survey Alabama Pennsylvania

Becker's Fate in Becker Case Heads to Jury for Verdict

Becker's fate in the trial for the murder of Hermann Rosenthal rested before noon. The court will adjourn until the jury returns tomorrow noon. Martin Becker's chief counsel will begin his address tonight and District Attorney Whitman will deliver his closing

Hon Charles Becker Hermann Rosenthal Becker Watt Martin Martim Wil AE & O Whitman

Coke Ovens Out and Production Falls in Pennsylvania

The weekly Courier reports a major decline in coke ovens during the week, with Pennsylvania production sharply down. Frick dominates the coke tracts and the overall output shows a significant drop from prior figures.

Weekly Courier H.C. Frick

Vaterland Drifts Down Hudson As Tugs Struggle To Rebrand

The giant liner Vaterland broke from fifty tugs escorting her to her dock and drifted down the Hudson under strong ebb. Carried by the tide, she moved toward the Battery before tugs regained control and headed her upstream.

Amy Associated Press New York Vaterland Hudson Hattery

Woman Falls From Window in Suicide Attempt

Mrs. C. H. Wheeler, wife of a wealthy lumber dealer, fell from a second story window while trying to stop her husband who was nearby in the house at Falls to Death. The incident occurred early today and Mrs. Wheeler was instantly killed. Wheeler reportedly sustained serious injuries.

Encen Hoovereville C. H .Wheeler Wheeler

Mrs. Mellen probe vows thorough inquiry by commission

The commission states its purpose to force examination of Charles B. Mellen and other witnesses as Joseph W. Folk, chief counsel, pledges a thorough and merciless probe into New Haven finances and related affairs. The authoritative statement underscores the commission’s intent to scrutinize alleged irregularities.

Jost Milthe New Haven Commission Forciig Charles B. Mellen Toseph W. Folk

Huerta Army Quits Saltillo and Evacuates

Local reports describe changing fronts as the Huerta regime retreats from Saltillo. A Mexican government military collapse is cited as Key figure Filipe Angeles relays a ceasefire and evacuation order to General Villa. The movement signals a shift in control amid ongoing constitutionalist efforts.

DAMAGE SUIT DISMISSED IN CIRCUIT COURT AT COSTS

A damage suit by Suale Pepperman against M. Boyles and others was dismissed at plaintiff costs. A jury awarded Dillon Le Swick $1,250 against Alvin D. Bassel for falsely arresting Swick on a leggings theft charge. Christian A. Robinson's suit against Lloyd Smith was settled and dismissed, Lloyd Stout’s suit for $50 against B. A. Mano for drilling a water well was tried.

Suale Pepperman M. Boyles Dillon le Swick Alvin D. Bassel Swick Christian A. Robinson Lloyd Smith Lloyd “Stout B. A. Mano

Villa's Men Execute Federal Officers at Paredon

Washington dispatches on May 21 report details of the clash between Mexican federals and Constitutionalists at Paredon. Villa claims a rout, capturing 800 prisoners and significant materiel while alleging the deaths of General Alvarez and General Munoz.

Washington Paredon Bryan State Department Villa Constitutionalista Monclova Alvarez Munoz Ozorno Inchief Saltillo

Republican state convention backs primary for congress at large

May 21 delegates unanimously ratified a national committee resolution changing national convention rules and cutting southern representation. A state platform was adopted and a primary to nominate a congress at large was set for July 25 if more than one candidate enters by June 30. If only one, the state committee will certify the name. The report was given as the resolution committee met last night. The party denounced the Democrats for alleged un-American tricks and reaffirmed Republican protection of American industry and labor, condemning the Democratic administration’s Mexican policy and treaty efforts with Colombia.

Sharveston Ita Colombia

Dr Griffith Convicted of Manslaughter in Teacher Death

GREENSBURG Pa May 21 Dr Martin B Griffith of Monessen Pa was convicted of voluntary manslaughter in the death of William J Robinson a Pittsburg music teacher Testimony for the defense claimed Griffith forcibly operated on Robinson alleging he had insulted Mrs Griffith in her home

Greensburg Martin B. Griffith Monessen William J. Robinson Pittsburg Grifith Robinson

Murder at Tatam Station Stuns West Side Rails

Eugene Healling, West Shore railroad station agent at Tatam on the Hudson West Bank, was shot and killed early today by two men who attempted to rob the auto in his attic. The crime occurred at the suburban Tatam station as the men fled with unknown plunder. Police probe underway.

Ny Associated Emus New York Eugene Healling West Shore Ralroad Tatan West Bank of the Hudson Early Tod

Wilson to Speak at Arlington Dedication Ceremony

President Wilson announced plans to address the public at the Arlington National Cemetery on June 4 for the dedication of the irong tidient to Confederate tread. H. Herters indicated participation in the program.

Delinquent Property Tax List Preparations Near Deadline

Sheriff Ross Stout's office to publish the annual delinquent list of personal property and realty. Those who have not paid taxes must do so before May 27 to avoid inclusion. The office will open 7 to 9 tonight to accommodate taxpayers unable to visit during regular hours before printing.

Ross Stout Mattie Sherif

Dean Funeral for Wilbur Dale Dene in Trinity Methodist

The funeral for Wilbur Dale Dene, once a city janitor, will be at Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church at 2:30 Friday, with Anita Lodge No 19 of Knights of Pythian in charge. Burial will be at Elk View Cemetery. He died in Denver, Colorado, of tuberculosis while 5 years old, survived by his widow Mrs Clara Dean and his mother Mrs Sarah Lottler.

Wilbur Dale Dene Colored City Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church Colored Anita Lodge Knights of Pythian Elk View

Man Fined in Police Court For Insulting Woman

Jim Criss was fined $6.00 in police court Thursday morning on a charge of insulting a woman in the street. Hank was arrested late Monday night by Officer Joyce on complaint of the woman who alleged insult.

Jim Criss Hank Oficer Joyce

Jefferson County Campaign Warms for Brown in Primary

Jefferson County voters face a pivotal primary as Charles W Brandon seeks Democratic nomination for Congress in the Second District. Brandon jeers at Congressman Brown over toll repeal and urges delegates to back him, while Brown counters with patronage and support from local allies.

James J Connell Dies in Baltimore

James J Connell of this city died Thursday morning in Shepparts and Ratts hospital Baltimore after several weeks illness from a nervous breakdown. He was 43 and survived by wife five children five brothers and four sisters including Edward V and Thomas of this city Michael John Weston Patrick Duiwar and sisters Mrs Bilbraham and Misses Anne Mary Bridget all at Weston. He belonged to Catholic church Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Bagiew and the lies. He served on city council for years and was connected with Clarksburg Lumber and Planing Mill Co. until last year after plant burned. He was joint court receiver with M G Sperry of the Clarksburg Brewing Co and was the brewery’s manager. During twelve or thirteen years in Clarksburg he was active in business and accumulated a considerable estate. He was gentle and highly devoted husband and father.

Janes J. Connell Shepparts Ratts Hospital Baltimore Edward V Weston Lawie County Connelleville Monongalt Ancient Order of Hibernians Bagiew Lies Clarksburg Lumber and Planing Mil Company M. G. Sperry Clarksburg Brewing Company Connell

Burglar robs Despard home as sleep in room unaware

Deputy sheriffs and a Fairmont bloodhound tracked a burglar who entered Jeving Wilmoth’s Despard dwelling by breaking a window and removing money and a watch. The thief removed his wheel before entry, then allegedly sat and rested nearby, taking $59 and a watch from Wilmoth’s trousers plus $18 from another pair while residents slept.

A. Pons Fairmont

New Hearings on Oil Pipe Line to Navy from Oklahoma

Independence Kan May 21 Kate Sells commissioner of Indian affairs and Lieutenant Richardson of the navy begin a series of hearings on the feasibility of the US government constricting and operating the oil pipe line from oil fields of Oklahoma to Gulf ports to supply the navy with oil.

Ares Kan Kate Sells Indian Affairs Richardson Navy United States Govmiley Jong Oklahoma Gulfs of Mexico

TEMPLAR PARKERSBURG STATE MEETING ELECTIONS

Kalehts Templars of West Virginia held their annual state meeting in Parkersburg on May 21. Officers elected for the year include Grand Commander J Talman Watora of Charleston, Deputy Grand Commander Luther Clark of Kyle, Grand Generalissimo Luther W Blaney of Wheeling, Grand Captain General Thomas Towllig of Charleston, Grand Senior Warden E R Patton of Park procture, Grand Treasurer J S Van derwort of Weston, Grand Recorder Francis B Nichols of Fairmont, and Grand Warden Scott C Lowe of Fairmont.

Parkersburg Kalehts Templars of West Virginia J. Talman Watora Charleston Luther Clark Kyle Luther W. Blaney Wheeling Thomas Towllig E. R. Patton Parkprocture J.S. Vanderwort Weston Francis’ B. Nichols Fairmont Scott C. Lowe

Viewpoint conference on Mexico crisis at Niagara Falls

Report from Niagara Falls Ontario on a conference with General Huerta’s representatives and Mexican delegates. Mediators pursued tentative plans for insulation of the Mexican problem as discussions echoed earlier talks with other commissioners.

Niagara Falls Ont Miny Huerta

Man killed in theater as gunman strikes during attempted robbery

A man died after a gunman fired a rifle in a theater during a botched hold up. Authorities report a woman restrained by bystanders and a suspect detained as the investigation proceeds.

Monument启动购地以记念卢德洛遇难儿童女性

科州特立丹蒙特今日发起一项运动,计划购买一处由辛苦破坏的利夫洛文本殖民地遗址的地块,用于缅怀在四月一日去世的妇女与儿童。项目旨在成为纪念碑的一部分,由美方及相关机构参与资助与租赁安排。

Representative Neely Urges War Support for Local Bar Groups

Washington May 21 A Neely presented House resolutions from Preston and Taylor County Bar Associations expressing confidence in Tudze Aletoa Dag'tor. The text notes opposition and defense of wartime measures while referencing local ties and unrevealed committees.

Encod

Tepic Falls After Bloody Struggle In Mexican Civil War

Reports from Mazatlan state Tepic surrendered after fierce fighting as federal forces advanced toward Guadalajar a pursuing the main objective of crippling the Matamoros to Guadalajara railroad. Casualty figures unclear with many prisoners taken while Copetul tonalists close in near Mazatlan. War weariness and looming sack fears grip residents as federals threaten retreat.

California Mazatina Tox Diego Tepic Guadalajara Huerta Matkantiio Guadelajara Tenis Way Mazatlan

Wilson and Bryan discuss Niagara talks plus Mexican commission

Washington reports Secretary Bryan met with President Wilson for an hour to review preliminary negotiations at Niagara Falls. Unofficial claims state General Huerta aligned with three Mexican commissioners, who reportedly demanded the suppression of Efwerta in the final settlement.

Washington Arange Niagara Oni Wilson Amaticga Jommlestonera Lamar Lehmann Bryan qMlaia Huarta Bia Niagara Falls

Death by own action in Charleston case quoted

In Charleston a case details a girl who performed a self harm act after procuring poison from a drugstore. She divided the substance and gave portion to her mother before swallowing the rest, dying almost instantly. Mrs Harmony attempted to intervene but the outcome was fatal.

Jay Ayen Pasa Charleston Mia Kelly Harmon Fay Orson Harmony

President calls for federal mediation amid Colorado strike

Washington reports Judge Lindsey of Denver urged federal action to end the Colorado mining strike. He claimed the federal government should order mines to submit to mediation and compel operators to negotiate. Lindsey argued the state government lacked a republican form of governance and pressed for federal measures to resolve the dispute.

Washington Willos Tudge Bers Lindsey Denver Colorado Lindsey Ty Qe Helsouk Ftana Pokey

Untitled fragment reports death by train near mead instants

Fragmentary report notes a person killed by a train near Buoksueld on May 31 at 7 00 pm or night. Readable bits mention marriage licenses and a tied tether. The text is garbled with names obscured and place references unclear.

Buoksueld Mirs Clare Eee Mead Ty Nore Tolk Paasemyns

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