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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1906
Page
2
A paragraph from a local note urges early fundraising for a board of trade in Clarkesburg. It stresses pledged subscriptions and earnest support from business leaders to establish a strong financial base and show the movement is substantial. The piece references political debates and party positions affecting the effort.
A local newspaper letter questions President Purinton of West Virginia University and Dr. Maxey, noting the Telegram published without pay to avoid swaying readers. The piece argues regents should decide the university matter, not law students or the president, and urges private consultation. It also critiques Democratic papers pressuring Republicans on Hubbard and summarizes party dynamics around Dawson.
The court session ended with Teddy Robinson being released by Mayor Harmer after a brief hearing. The mayor, showing leniency, believes the act will lead to better behavior and does not see vicious intent. Robinson promised to improve. Additional snippets note C. E. Crane returning from a Tennessee trip and Dr. Sydney Tost visiting Glen Falls, with Larry Watson staying in the city.
Sam Bunch appeared a changed man after a Thursday arrest for disorderly conduct. Weston Chief arranged for his transfer to Weston jail where he vowed to behave. A separate item notes Miss Nannie Lowe visiting Mrs. Reed and Mrs. Blair in Shinuston and Weab Union residents on Oak Street.
Sealed proposals for the erection of a Girls Dormitory and a store building for the Industrial Home for Girls at Salem West Virginia will be received until May 29, 1906 at 12 noon. Plans and specifications for these buildings are provided.
Separate bids will be opened for buildings complete excluding plumbing and heating. Bids must include a 2 percent certified check. The Board may reject any or all bids. Send to Miss Hilda M. Danan, Supt., Salem, West Virginia.
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