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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1916
Page
1
London dispatch notes secret Bulgarian accord and troop concentrations near Deri rHiysan and Nevenkoy in Mulgurlag with forces reported around Gevek hurler and Xuathla as part of mobilization amid tension along the Greek frontier.
Paris reports a fresh division staging a strong attack as German artillery concentrates near Fort Pesmumonts. The night battle involved attempts to breach French lines and counterattacks by Allied forces, with a Kiel retirement noted in official dispatches.
A jury convicts Br. Ble Young for alleged assault on a girl from Clarkerbury to Mariotti after travel via Park Wenbure. A motion for new trial is denied. The trial appeal will be argued at Parliament House on the first day of the June term. The doctor was released after the event.
The article reports that new half dollars will be minted and released on July 1. It discusses the introduction of coinage changes, the political context, and public anticipation, noting officials expect a smoother transition and broader acceptance of the updated currency.
A memorial observance honors President Hayes with a dedication at the site. Veterans from the Grant Army of the Republic attend in commemoration.
Colonel Mosby longtime Confederate guerrilla leader dies in Washington DC hospital at advanced age. The Virginian fought Union forces, led a small outlaw band, and kept his Confederate disguise while evading capture. The obituary recalls his wartime raids, clashes with Union troops, and later life as a controversial mounted partisan figure.
May 31 to June 7 events mark a contest tied to the woman suffrage movement. A twenty-year-old local figure from Ramtrai Minyook is mentioned as a participant. Twenty five minutes of prize time will be awarded to each contestant.
The U S Senator Theodore I Burton arrived in the city Monday night on train No 4 delayed by an hour and was welcomed by a reception committee. A patriotic celebration at Nor wood park was planned with the First Regiment moving band of the West Virginia National Guard to greet him. Nearly a hundred representatives greeted his arrival at the hotel with hearty welcomes.
A May 10 to May 21 highway crash near Haute left Leonard Mrotd dead after a collision involving Balra who fled the scene. Balas was arrested at the time but released on bond as investigators pursue charges while Dr Newton reports the survivor’s mental strain and ongoing proceedings.
Paistin Incorporater Charleston May 30 Norwood Amusement Company of Clarksburn granted charter by the secretary of state with 5000 authorized capital to operate placer of amusement in Harrison county. Incorporators are Ede Musil Denham, S. Thompson, MW Fiekeor, 1B Garrett and RE GML all of Girksburg.
Mr Noth reports from Mexico City May 30 that General Garranad did not send a note to Washington. He stated that communication had been considered but gave no explanation for withholding it.
Morning notices show licenses granted to John Mike and Annie Burka and to T. J. Davis and Saray Ry Colbert in a local official ceremony.
Arrangements set for a union fraternal service Sunday June 11 at Manoole cemetery with parade from the Baton National Bank corner to the Masonic and Union cemeteries. Each lodge to hold a service and give short talks, with graves decorated, inviting Clariaburg and surrounding lodges to join. Committees led by Dr W A Fletcher et al coordinate the event to be a success.
The body of Samuel Mowyer a 6h years second engineer on the steaying Sus Brown is found after a February barn explosion. Bowyer a resident of Puinitig is believed to be the victim with a Tomw of liven liver and fink beech recayitad. Capt. Tom Blair is among the listed persons.
Dew ey Moor aged 1 years of Burlington West Virginia drowned while bathing in the Potomac river at Piedmont. The body has been recovered.
C H Heaton former mayor of Williamson County appears by counsel in the Supreme Court of Appeals to press an appeal from the Mingo County court which dissolved an injunction blocking his coworker F L Studebaker from taking office.
A big audience heard judge Robinson of Taylor County advocate his gubernatorial bid. He claimed Lilly’s influence would be checked, stressed a conservative platform, and warned against political cliques. Robinson urged voters to favor measurs and executive efficiency over empty promises.
A lively rally at Walla Munny Alehy marked the campaign kickoff for the Young Women's Christian Association effort in Clarkeburg. Attendees included Mayor Gordon, Rev. Mitchell, and local business leaders who voiced support and showcased plans to raise funds toward community programs and a new building. Speakers cited past achievements and urged ongoing local backing to grow the association's reach and impact.
May 20 Roosevelt leads Memorial Day events in Kansas City with a 1,000 Boy Scouts parade through downtown. A 4 PM address by Theodore Roosevelt is planned for Grand Army of the Republic and Confederate veterans in Convention Hall.Ceremonies include a review by Colonel Rootsvelt and a noonday Washington vigil at the Commercial Club.
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