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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1915
Page
14
Multiple properties available in Hartland Addition and nearby streets. Five to seven rooms with bath basements and oak mantles, close to streetcar lines. Prices range from 2 500 to 5 200 with varied cash down payments and installments, dates and sizes noted.
Howard Post and two companions J Charas and D J Maca vona were fined 4.40 each after a police court hearing before Major H Gordon. The dispute over a loan sparked the incident on Pike Street early Tuesday morning. An arrest by Cher Shahan followed the event. London dispatch notes Rome advising Italian reservists to report home immediately.
G W Dudderar of Clarkshoro board of trade notes Telegram editorial urging better streetcar schedules. Officials of Southank traction company are praised for cooperation and efforts to add more frequent service to Owens plant Country Club and Mr Clare. Acknowledges minor improvements and renewed city production records for silver lead and zinc.
An advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a non harmful hair tonic that nourishes roots, prevents dandruff and itching, and smooths tired hair. It asserts quick benefits for men women and children and invites purchase at drug counters. The promise is inexpensive and easy to use with visible effects in a few days.
A local measure on stream pollution was approved, detailing that prosecution would be initiated only by fish and game wardens. The act aims to shield manufacturing and other companies that rely on streams from broad enforcement while strengthening districting for rogt improvements.
President Wilson said today he had not considered calling Congress into extra session in October. He noted his mind was occupied with other matters and there remains ample time to decide on an extra session.
Dr F M Compton district superintendent received notice from Bishop Earl Crankston Washington DC that the West Virginia Conference date moved from October 6 to September 22. The conference will be held in Parkersburg.
Dr Allen Bush of Gantown Superintedent W S White of Piedmont superintendent 23 H Hickmann of Sutton the Rev A Keller of Charleston Prof Brooks and Superintendent J B Bush of Erie Pa noted as West Virginia Wesleyan connections in a partial list of officials and educators.
The United States district court in Philippi began a week long session on Tuesday. Judge Judise A. G Dar ton presiding. Four hearings are scheduled in the injunction case between Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company and Union Fraction Company. No grand jury will convene. A major criminal case, government v Frank Amarazta, involves a Black Hand gang member alleged to operate at Elkins and Fairmont. Tony Peni, previously at Moundsville penitentiary, was brought to Philippi as a witness. Amarazta remains jailed in Parkersburg and was escorted to Philippi.
A circuit court jury Tuesday reversed a $625 verdict in favor of Thomas S. McLaughlin in a suit against the city over a grade change on First Street. An appeal trial involving Allison Marin and Benjamin F. Palmer proceeds, with Martin alleging Palmer's car struck his horse and buggy.
The report notes Turkish forces managed to hide the submarine's active role for a period, leaving its overall results and extent of activity unclear and not fully known.
The French war office says a night of significant actions occurred between the sea and Arras. In Belgium the German attacking column was checked on the Langemarck to Ypres highway after a heavy bombardment. Four attacks north of Nueville were repulsed by our artillery and the enemy suffered heavy losses.
Rome May 25 The Italian ministry reports a steamer arriving at Barletta saw an Austrian warship with a heavy list near the promontory of Gargane at midnight. It was escorted by four torpedo boats and likely the vessel driven off from Barletta after firing several shots.
A May 25 report describes a border battle near Alpine Texas between American and Mexican guard units. Two Americans Bates and Joe Sitters are missing after retreating with their horses captured. Sitters had a history of fighting Mexican outlaws, while Bates reportedly belonged to a band implicated in prior killings. The fate of others is unclear and no Mexican casualties are confirmed.
Fragmented text notes confiscated packages and a warrant in Maz Jackson for Le Mi Mouse, charged with violating unknown statutes. Court actions and a hearing were anticipated, mentioning Be and various seized quanti fies and agein items. The report hints at broader state occurrences of similar seizures through unspecified sewer routes.
Great Day in Clarksburg as Knights of Columbus plan a large class of candidates. Activities begin early with assembly on West Pike Street followed by Mass at Immaculate Conception Church and degree work at St Mary’s High School. State leaders and 300 members expected, banquet at St Mary’s Auditorium, with ceremonies concluding Monday at St Marys.
Central Presbyterian women will meet at 7 30 pm Thursday at Mrs Mortimer W Smith 437 West Main to perfect plans for the Presbyterial convention to be held at the same church next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday The public is invited to all sessions Kennedy's school graduation occurs Thursday at First Presbyterian with Professor Hans Froelicker of Goucher College as speaker Also noted are visitors Dr W W Marsh of Wallace and George B Chorpening of Independence visiting the city Tuesday
George C Blair a 72 year old retired farmer died at his Union Heights home after a lingering illness. Survived by two sons John D Blair and Daniel Blair two daughters Ida Conler Daily Law Minnie Hartley and two sisters Martha Blair and Maz Keller. Funeral at Blair home Wednesday at 1 pm with burial in Stout cemetery on Browns Creek.
Tyrart Valley Presbytery meets at Central Presbyterian next to Masonic Temple on West Pike Street. Missionary solicitors from city churches welcome all to each service. Evening programs feature national speakers including Homer McMillan Atlanta, F H Barron Davis Memorial Elkins, Anna Shadden Home Missions Atlanta. James B. Graham China previously Winchester speaks June 12. Thomas P Allen Bergry speaks June 13. Isabelle Arnold Nashville presents Thursday. More notable speakers to follow.
Members and friends of Central Presbyterian Church will gather at the Masonic temple next to the church for a 25 minute prayer service as the Hamilton evangelistic meetings conclude Tuesday evening. The event marks the close of the announced gatherings with parishioners awaiting the final prayers and reflections.
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