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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1916
Page
1
German offensive near Verdun stalls as brutal bombardment rips trenches to ruins. French forces defend Mort Douaumont and Hill No 804, while both sides suffer heavy losses. Soldiers describe ground turned to shell holes, trees stripped, and an exhausted, unyielding struggle.
The report describes Central Powers plans to hold simultaneous operations on multiple fronts to curb Allied initiative. It cites Austrian offenses on the Trentino and Verdun sectors and German focus on Verdun, aiming to strain French and Allied defenses while leveraging Russian fronts. Also mentions Dr. Murray seeking the Republican nomination for superintendent candidacy in Potomac.
The crowd at Grafton and Taylor County swelled as William F. Hite of Huntington pursued the Republican nomination for United States senator. Voters and business leaders, plus railroad and farm groups, heard his campaign pace described as tireless and result driven. The Willard Hotel reception closed his Taylor County tour, signaling strong support for his statewide bid.
Residents of Big Isaac will decorate graves on May 30 at 2 o clock in the afternoon. Speakers include Rev. Mr Garden Rev ir Teane and Rev Mr Mou. All Sunday schools are invited to participate. Sons of Veterans will attend. David Chandler will be officer of the day.
Judge Ire B Robinson Republican governor hopeful will address Harrison county voters at 8 PM Monday May 29 in the courthouse. The rally is expected to draw a large turnout and highlight Republican doctrine without the accusatory rhetoric seen at prior events.
In Marathon Texas on May 24 a detachment of the Eighth Cavalry will bring Lieutenant Colonel Alvarez and two companions to town for trial. The trio split from their band to guard seven American miners captured at Boquillas mine after crossing the border. The seven Americans were later turned over to the American expeditionary force following a clash with Mexican guards.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska offers a resolution asking the secretary of state to inform the Senate about Britain's stance on supplying Poland and to inquire through economic representatives about the safety and well being of American citizens in Ireland and to take steps to safeguard their lives and property.
A court martial in Iriah rebel Hom, Minnentonoe found Bing Fain Youthenrs president guilty after a preliminary hearing. Sentencing is expected within a day or two.
Fragmented report notes four men perished in a blaze on Wednesday near a lower valley area. Two bodies have been recovered. rescue efforts and investigation underway as authorities confirm a fatal fire incident.
The Rt. Rev. P. J. Donahue of Wheeling plans to invest and purchase suitable sites for a new Italian Catholic church. He recently visited Northview and acquired property from the Lafayette Club for a Catholic mission, now led by Rev. Father Laurenrano.
At a Tuesday night gathering in the First Baptist church the Hurrican County Law and Order League planned its executive committee’s Wednesday meeting to choose state and county candidates for endorsement. The committee will present recommendations at a later meeting for ratification, and about 300 new members joined the League.
Edward G Smith of Morgantown announces the executive committee for the Weak Virginia Alumni Association. Appointees include Frank T Bowman chair, J Russell Trotter, J B Callahan, Russell L Morris, Glen Hunter, Gilbert Miller, Charles Hodges, John Crumbing, Margaret Buchanan, John Purlutau, George Odborn, Roseph Poaten, B Dépa, Howard Gore, Thomas Fonik, H Rosenbloom, Charles Allison, Frank Wilson, Gratton O 3 Neal, and others.
A broad report lists multiple court outcomes including a $600 verdict for Barrick in a damage suit, defaults and judgments for 2420 plus cases against Morgan Oil, Williams and Milxotkhen Lumber, Montveller Lumber, and First National Bank of Kitaine. Other entries note executor actions, decrees, and a weapons carry permit for Hutchinson Coal Company employees.
At a Broad Oak council meeting, paying for paving of Washington Street was approved after inspection found the work satisfactory. All paved shoots are open for traffic, with North Jarrot residents pushing for further paving. A petition urged property owners to fund cement walls within ninety days, and most owners signed. Major Toapph N. Craddock and councilmen attended the session.
Jay A Gould aged about sixty six an employee of Butter Roofing and Gormon Company died at 14 o clock this Monday morning in a local hospital after eleven weeks following an appendicitis attack. He had recently been home on Drum Street when a motorcycle accident injured his leg and he was returned to the hospital where his condition worsened and he died. He is survived by his wife and son Philip Gould. Funeral arrangements have not been made.
The Woman's Missionary Society of Arawtbry will hold a strawberry social and claim event at Mrs. George Bigelow's home tonight. All are invited to attend.
A fractured text appears to describe a manufacturing town and a local group named Out 2 Toing Woman's Chunks Association. It hints at conflicts over mechanical or industrial tasks and a difficult, strenuous effort involving two entities, with unclear outcomes and missing details.
Dispatches from London report Kaiser Wilhelm’s envoy Count von Buelow heading to Washington to discuss preliminary peace talks with the United States. The Telegraph cites diplomatic sources noting the mission aims to set terms for potential negotiations and to influence the European war’s course.
Logan May 24 Governor Hatfield spoke before a large crowd praising his administration while criticizing opponents, notably Abe Lifly, and urging support for his reelection. He cited 1916 1918 appropriations and warned against corporate pressure on voters, urging improved state funds and accountability.
Framed by a city note, Gullfard Dude 18, a noted Nashviley worker, will attend a public gathering at 3 PM Friday in the Red Cribs room of the Ma none temple. Mrs Dudley will speak on universal suffrage and address both men and women, inviting all to attend despite political positions.
The Atlantic Duty report notes the Presbyterian Shukehitha assembly adopting without Ashate m report, urging acceptance of candidates for ministry and potential ordination. The committee weighs tensions over alleged horary quos and doctrinal disputes involving the New York Presbyterian and related figures.
Funeral notices announce funeral services for Marthe Oliverio and her two daughters from Northview. The service is set for Tuesday afternoon at 4 o'clock at 4280 Church Street, with burial or memorial rites to follow at the Church of the...
A truncated notice reports a contract award by the city to a firm named Kealey Grothera for cutting or grating work. Details are garbled but indicate a ceremony or approval by officials and mention yards of material to be installed or processed.
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