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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1907
Page
1
A late bulletin from Washington reports Mrs. McKinley in a worsening state after a day of unfavorable signs. Doctors Portmann Eymann and others indicate she takes nourishment poorly and shows no progress toward consciousness, with no immediate dissolution expected.
Charleston, May 25 1907 Hon John Nugent president of District JT United Mine Workers of America West Virginia Virginia and northeast Kentucky tendered resignation to take effect June 1 1907 His exit comes as a surprise and is met with regret among miners in the state J M Craigo named as successor living in Carbondale
About 500 workers at tin plate mills received more than 14000 dollars for two weeks of work. The plants are operating steadily and show good prospects for a busy summer season.
Large attendance of First Presbyterian Brotherhood members met in the church lecture room Friday to discuss the organization's work. The session proved profitable with questions raised about future activities and plans.
May reports from Huntington and Keyser detail charges of log theft with logs sawn and buried as investigations proceed. Florence Weekley, jailed for immoral conduct, released on bond by Magistrate Gordon. A Keyser resident, Jobo Fine, found dead in bed with unclear cause as authorities investigate.
A man identified as Jesse Coe, sought in Indianapolis for the 1906 murder of Policeman Ruasgeil, was arrested in San Jose after a fierce clash with two officers. Both officers were severely cut by a razor used by the suspect during the struggle.
A Mercer hotel in Burnside Kentucky was destroyed by fire. Telephone operator Miss Bertha Toombs, at her post in the exchange, died from burns while thirty guests slept and escaped unharmed. Property loss valued in the thousands of dollars.
The remains of Lizzie Corder buried in I C O F cemetery Saturday afternoon after she was killed on the B and O railroad between Glen Falla and Northview Friday morning. Acting Coroner M S Riley completed his investigation and will report the death as accidental. Evidence suggests self inflicted death or intoxication, leaving uncertainty about intent.
Duke Abrugs arrived in New York today aboard the Italian cruiser Vares from the Jamestown exposition. He was greeted by prominent citizens and will remain in the city for some time as he makes official calls.
C 8 Parr engages Wood to design a handsome residence in the East End. Architect E J Wood wins the contract in smart competition with local and other architects and will prepare plans and specifications for bidding soon. Parr praised for securing such capable an architect.
Terre Haute Ind May 25 Joseph Dwyer was shot and fatally wounded by his wife Isabel Dwyer while trying to force his way into her room through a window. The couple had separated after a quarrel.
Albert P. Slibey a prominent manufacturer and banker died today in South Bend Indiana at age sixty seven. He was a key figure in local business circles and headed several financial and manufacturing ventures in the region. His death leaves a gap in the community’s leadership and the firms he guided.
Mrs Sarah Ann Legg once sentenced to hang for a Clay county murder was acquitted by a Weston jury after a week long change of venue trial. She testified the death was accidental and the state presented weaker evidence than in prior proceedings. The verdict drew general approval amid tense courtroom moments.
Archie Ackers, colored, was brought from Austin by U S Deputy Marshal E D Hupp to answer before Commissioner Spales on a cap tax charge. He paid $200 to appear at federal court June 14 in Parkersburg on an indictment for a revenue violation.
The Lynch Hiliot Real Estate and Improvement company is chartered and located in Clarkesburg with authorized capital stock of 25000 dollars, 50 dollars paid by incorporators Peter L Loch Truman J Lynch Charles D Elliot George G Lynch and Pioreses x Lynch.
Dr W Jacobe hosts a fot sale at Union Heights this afternoon drawing a large crowd. A band provides music as specialty cars transport attendees to the event. the total community ranks the area among the most desirable for homes and summer houses.
Parsons Borders and Suodera Co announces a new line of Knox tailored hats tied to the exclusive sale of the famous Knox sailor Sata. The notice suggests a citywide display and availability through their tables.
In Columbus Ohio a bartenders meeting is scheduled for 1 30 tomorrow afternoon. The notice also mentions a Presbyterian general assembly venue Kempen City with unclear wording about the location of its meeting.
Saturday pay day sees all regional mines disburse wages totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars after a major downturn. Companies listed include Pairmont Coal, Clarkeburg Fuel, Pairmont Pittsburg Fuel, Hutchinson Fuel, O Gara Coal, Summit Coal & Coke, Short Line Coal, Madeira Bill Clark Coal, Central Fairmont Coal, and Cook Coal & Coke.
The Wholesale Grocers Association of West Virginia completed its annual meeting in Wheeling with officers elected and a new board named. President W. O. McConnaughy of Parkersburg and Vice President Allen Brock of Wheeling led the slate. directors include Frank Gaylord Clarkburg and J. W. Hubbard Charleston among others. Sixty at the commencement saw sixteen graduates receive diplomas at the Grand Opera House as part of a literary and scientific course event.
A crowd gathered at 1:30 on Saturday afternoon along Pike and Main to watch exciting Fire Department runs between Third and Fourth streets. The footage was shot for moving pictures to be shown in the opera house on June 4 and 5 for charity to aid the firemen with new uniforms and gear. The events passed without incident and produced several good views for use.
A machinists strike that began along the Erie railroad yesterday is described as the first step toward a broader walkout of machinists on railroads using the piece work pay system. The Associated Press reports this stance from New York on May 25.
Report confirms attacks on Japanese restaurant keepers in San Francisco. Indignation noted as press refrains from sensationalism. Streetcar changes announced by Superintendent Callax Leonard take effect next Wednesday. Broad Oaks and Fair Grounds car routes moved to Telegram Square from Traders Corner.
A destructive tornado struck a section of rural north of Fort Worth Texas on May 25 killing three people and causing damage across the area as emergency crews respond to the disaster with reports of injuries and destruction.
An equestrian statue of General John B. Gordon was unveiled on the state capitol grounds in Atlanta Georgia today. The ceremony drew officials and onlookers as the memorial was revealed on May 25.
Chas Morgan of a county area near Parkerburg was indicted for disturbing religious worship. He pleaded guilty in criminal court after police reports described his loud singing during old hymns. Judge Showalter fined him 25 dollars plus costs and sentenced two days in jail.
A Clarksbury firm presents Tokalo and other beverages at Jamestown Manufacturers and Liberal Arts Building. The Bayre Remedy Co. expands outreach with four displays and added traveling staff, shipping drinks to several states.
Marietta Ohio residents vote on Beal law with wets winning by 1143 in a total of 3013 ballots cast. The result confirms the wets' victory in the May 25 election.
Chicago wheat price at 1 7 quarters, corn around 54.3.2, oats noted as of 8. Market figures come from the Associated Press with brief quotations and daily movement.
In the Wallace Goveropment, the Bardte district faces a shift as the Gouth Pesan movement gains traction. Local factions debate policy direction and leadership futures amid mounting community interest and regional tensions.
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