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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1908
Page
1
Report outlines alleged Democratic methods during a county race, including distribution of campaign cards and beer to sway voters. It cites Michael J. Stancl and factory workers hosting guests at a saloon as part of the alleged effort. Local observers warn of heavy spending aimed at corrupting ballots.
In New York a labor union meeting discussed wage differentials for government owned railways. Figures showed travel costs from Liverpool to London and Boston to Chicago. discrepancies between routes suggesting higher pay for some crews. A central issue was wage parity versus shipper and port costs, with promises of future action.
Francis a Democratic candidate with Michael J Francia faces a heated contest in a mining community. Neighbors recall his years at Whisco and his stance on sheriff and labor issues. The piece notes disputes over mining orders and a controversial record during the era.
A disputed will case recounts William Jennings Bryan and Mrs Bennet alleging a 300 000 trust and a 50 000 bequest. The narrative centers on actions surrounding Philo S. Hesnetes estate and other legacies including a library bequest. Court proceedings featured Mrs Hennett as a beneficiary opposed by executors Mr Bryan and others.
The monthly treasury report for October closes with firm denial of Dem claims that the state is insolvent or in deficit. It shows solid fund balances in state and general school funds, higher than last year, and notes revenues under the Republican tax reforms exceed expenditures. The administration claims ample funds to meet all obligations and a growing surplus.
Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor urges workers to back the Republican ticket in 1912, arguing free trade harms wages. He notes telegraph and patternmaker workers fear wage loss and stresses union members favor Taft over Democrats, citing Democratic administration drawbacks.
In Pike County a street clash between Patrick Laver and Whitnah Whitnehalr led to Whitnehalr’s fatal knife wound to the abdomen. Laver was arrested after a barber shop struggle and a coroner’s inquest returned a verdict of death from stabbing. Witnesses described blows and a chaotic scene as officers detained Laver.
The long gubernatorial campaign ends as Glasscock tours Monongalia, Lewis, and surrounding counties. He touts health, pledges reform, and presses local option and voter rights while rallying Republican support for his bid.
New York reports the final campaign push as polling day approaches. Taft’s last speeches in Cleveland and Youngstown precede tomorrow’s vote while Bryan tours northwestern Kansas en route to Lincoln. Party leaders predict mixed results with both sides confident amid uncertain statewide races.
In Indianapolis on election eve both Republican and Democratic leaders claim potential success. Conservative sources foresee no large statewide win, anticipating a slim plurality for either side.
Republicans plan a grand rally at Northview school house at 7 20 tonight with speakers Hon I Koed and Hon Charles Coffman. The K O M band to provide maple. News item notes a death and local names including Taian Davié Phoenixville and Lumbermori.
The report outlines a significant wage dispute at a steel and tin plate company on the East Side. It notes enforcements, employee divisions, and a total sum around 330000 dollars allocated or disputed among workers. The details suggest a broad labor unrest affecting multiple departments and unions.
A Taft Republican industrial parade drew a large crowd amid heated Democratic opposition. The event showcased a peaceful procession through the city with many onlookers, while Democratic operatives reportedly sought to provoke disruption but failed. The march, led by notable officials and bands, extended from Pike Street to Oak, with substantial turnout and enthusiastic participants across the route.
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