State Board of Trade session outlines committees action
The State Board of Trade reviews committee reports and votes on measures including forest preservation education immigration protections and agricultural funding. The closing session notes officer nominations and an annual banquet while a proposed trade excursion to major eastern cities is considered with estimated costs.
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Iraeiimts
Aveston
Vireisia Board of Trade
Pritig
John W.axvia
Nto
Athents
Fie
West Virginie
East Mineral
Anil F Feapardes
Gad Paytthe Board
Ttn
Warfield
Fairmont
John Rt
H. R. Warfield
Morgantown
Akaldo. E
D. W. Working
AtAte University
F Stewart
State Universily Experimentad Mation
Tims Bay
Committee On Agriculure
Tstore Veip
Che Geological Avi Voy
W. McConaughy
Senate
Tal Sésaton
Virginia
LWIE
W. Alfred Wilkon
Cleveland
Buffalo
Boston
Providence
Trenton
Philadelphia
Wagion
Tve
Nine Die in New Orleans and North Eastern Collision
A morning wreck on the New Orleans and North Eastern Railway near Little Woods, between the New Orleans and Great Northern and North Eastern Jacobbe trains, killed nine and injured many more. The blaze was soon extinguished and most casualties were North Eastern passengers.
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New Grubbans
New Orleans
North
Paih Road
Little Woods
Great Northern
Jacobbe
Wreckew Cave
North Eastern
Committee Visits Spark Debate Over School Facilities
A legislative committee met with state senators McKown and Silver and delegates Wetzel and Hart, led by Hon. John Z. Barris. The visit to Shepherd College officials highlighted equipment dimensions and facility needs, praising apparent school strengths and suggesting upgrades to direct facilities.
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Iegieiatuee
McKown
Silver
Lower tariff advocate urges reform in tariff policy
Henry Clews of New York tells the Indianapolis bankers association that lowering tariffs is essential to the welfare of American industry and foreign trade. He emphasizes immediate tariff reform to support local manufacturing and business interests.
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Henry Clews
Indianapolis
Ind
New Yorks
Suit Over Stock in West Virginia Retreat Court
The case involves a suit in the northern district of West Virginia concerning the Wabash Railroad and Western Pennsylvania land assets. The court authorizes a receiver and issues a sale of receivers' certificates valued at £20,000 to purchase a tea terrace, relics, and appurtenances, with the aim to satisfy mortgage claims and other liens in bankruptcy of parties including Morrow and others.
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Alflen
Etork
Aretriet
West Virginie
Acorder
Teen Wiest
Judie Dayton
Wabaeh Railroad Company
Heninst
Tathy Kamping
Westers Pynnayivant
Walia
Lusiie
United States
Nanoy
Morrow
Bas-Mal
Mlot
Getttion
Kinkraptey
DANGER PAST CHARLESTON
Fire danger in the Upper Kanawha valley subsides after heavy rain. Wheeling official reports relief and urges caution as extinguished flames reduce risk of rekindling.
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Charleston
Kanawha
Murder inquiry rocks Toll Gate region as Hickman is charged
Ralph Hickman, son of Ed Hickman of Toll Gate, Rutuble county, is charged with murdering Meldrum. Meldrum’s body was found battered at the foot of a hill near the Hickman residence after being seen leaving a window unclad. Ed Hickman admits chasing Meldrum and striking him. the coroner’s inquest and a citywide arrest followed, sparking local speculation and fear.
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Ralph Hipkxian
Ba Hickman
Ruteble
Pizgam
Wesks
Ralph Wickman
Mieldhai
Farrisville
Ruehle
Ralph Hickman
Ed Hickman
Tall Gate
Bin
Meldrum
Ars Hickman
Sao
Elim
Hoff
Fiken
Pennsylvania
Toll Qate
Went Pike firms plan Taft prosperity expansion
Mearis Hollies and Micka of Bronawick pool and Diltliard parlors on Went Pike street prepare for a Taft era boom with a new exterior extension. Glad fen and Alexander hold the build contract and expect completion by December, adding nine rooms and expanding facilities at Five Nine Poor and Three Wiilard ta Blow.
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Mearis Hollies
Micka
Bronawick Pool
Went Pike Street
Tierear
Gladfen
Alexander
Baltimore & Ohio to Spend Large on Equipment Next Year
The Baltimore and Ohio heads report in 1909 planning that substantial funds will be expended in the coming months for tocome devices freight cars and other equipment. Officials estimate expenditures may total several million dollars as delayed improvements are resumed with renewed work next year. Criger W. Smith will travel from Charles Town on business.
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Baltimore & Ohio
Mrurini
Otter
Nin
Saul Mont
Regents Study Teacher Misconduct at Normal School
A normal school board investigated a teacher's alleged insubordination and disciplinary matter. The president and board discussed the report and preliminary findings while arranging attendance for witnesses and staff at the hearing.
Royal Arch Officers Elected At Grand Chapter Meet
Members of the Royal Arch Masons of West Virginia elected officers Tuesday at the thirty-eighth Grand Chapter session. The Maponte Temple in Fairmont hosted the event with Grand High Priest Besono W DeVeber and numerous grand officers from cities including Charleston Martinsburg Parkersburg Ravenswood and Huntington among those named.
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Omiette
Royal Arch Masons
Wear Virginia
Maponte
Fairmonty
Thivware
Fulore
Besono
W. DeVeber
Bancerver
New Cimberlann
Wernhem
Stoxes
Wreien
Grand Secretars
D. H G Reed
Starkaburg
Josph
Wheelink
J. Howara
Ravenswood
Hpat
Cuma
Martinsbane
Frank E. Widhdtly
Fairmont
Grand Toyal
Rittenhattie
Parkersburg
Grant Manonr
Warkinen
Echo
Gani
TD. Jaimens
Charleston
B.C. Bray
Ronceverte
Marshal
Why, Cowden
Buntington
Griid Tyler
William H. Jose
Wheelie
Grand Lodge Odd Fellows Sessions Open in Blueneid West Virginia
The regular session of the Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows opens next Monday at Blueneid West Virginia and runs through the week. The Grand Canton meets Monday and the Grand Encampment Tuesday. The Grand Lodge proper continues Wednesday morning with a parade at 3 30 and a wedding address by Mayor M Peterm.
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Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows
Blueneid
W. Va
Tuenday
Grand Lodae
Welednin
M. Peterm
Canvass Conflicting Returns and Local Election Shifts
The county canvass ends with minor changes not altering overall results as announced by Telegram Republican returns. Prohibition vote included minorly. Morris leads Findley 44 vote margin for prosecuting attorney. Washington sees Rev Alfred Hyins elected bishop in succession to Latimer. J W Jonet on leads in West Virginia convention scene amid weather delays.
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Telegram
Goodloo Jackson
Wil B. Morris
A. J. Findley
Washington
W. G
Dre Alfred Hyins
St. Piul’s Eulagopal
Wanton
Henry ¥. Lattories
Harding Wis Phowen
Br. MeKist
Thie City
Railroad plea and county history project announced by former senator
A local notice describes a proposed county history book focusing on West Virginia’s evolution from the original Augusta County setup. It highlights aims to cover Revolutionary War links in Harrison County, Spanish American War, and early county governance, with subscriptions led by L J Gurr and a campaign within the week.
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Disney
Treee
John Siraynon
Simpson's Creek
Sandhgalh
Otter
West Virginia
Agusta
West Aura
Harrison
Ameticas
L. J. Gurr
Aaron Burr
Rilskoxs
Davis Speech at State Board of Trade Address
The speech discusses corporate freedom versus public interest and urges state support for the Board of Trade. He argues government should avoid heavy interference in business while maintaining authority, and promotes the board as essential for industrial growth and national prosperity.
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Cewentis
Gelula
Davis
Mir. Davis
State Board of Trade
Stace
Britain
Surope
Baird
Eneland
Meres
O&b
Oyarlokrdy
Suburbs Tour Guides Local Traders Through City
A city tour organized by the local board members including A Ek ahorn and Charles E Stalles with J Gaxley C W Lereett and others joined by Secretarial staff. Delegates started at the Waldo hotel at 9 20 and rode the Loch street car to visit landmarks and industrial sites, noting Clarysburg growth surprises.
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Deb
West Vinetnia
Clarkshire
Torencon
Secrétarir
A. Ek. Ahorn
Charies
Stalles. Te
J .Gaxley
C W. Lereett
Haries E Lamberd
Ther Mumbera
Waldo Hotel
Patita Loch
Viaitimue Adameton
Wilconbure
O'Neil
Tin Pinte
Gransaitt
Clarysbure
Turbulent Trading Shakes Pacific Rail Stocks
A volatile session in New York caused by rumors of possible dividend increases sent Harri man’s Pacific rail stocks higher at first. After rumors were denied, prices fluctuated with strong buying in the early trading hours.
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New York
Harriman
Home Merchants Urge Local Buying Over Telegraphed Orders
Local merchants advise residents to avoid unscrupulous solicitors who push orders by telegram from distant regions. They warn buyers that such schemes often end with empty promises, missing goods, and frustrated customers. Supporters call for patronizing home industry to sustain community welfare.
Burial of Mrs Elizabeth Lowe of Bristol
Burial details for Mrs Elizabeth Lowe described her funeral from Henwood Dumeti to a nearby site on Wednesday. She died at her daughter Mrs James Gallagan’s home in Trinitol Mondas evening, of paralysis, leaving two sons William Lowe and another son residing in Denver, and her husband deceased.
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Elizabeth Lowes
Bristol
Henwood Dumeti
Denver
Cole
Osiris Temple to Convene in Wheeling for Special Ceremony
The Nebiew of the Mystic shrine from several parts of West Virginia will gather in Wheeling on the 21st for a ceremonial evasion and a bandquet at the Panquet hall of the new Scottish Rite Cathedral. A grand olive may be taken over the Hotlands.
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West Virginia
Wheeling
Roosevelt Confers on Senate Nominee in Washington
President Roosevelt meets in Washington with top party leaders to determine a candidate to succeed Senator Pratt. Attendees include Chairman Keoak Nations, Committee member New York State Chairman Woodrutt Beth Low and Vice President Sherman Utte.
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Hitchcock
New York
Washington, D.C
Roosevelt
Keoak
Nations
Woodrutt
Beth Low
Sherman
Utte
United States
Pratt
Old Fight Between Sugar Firms Could Renew This Year
Reports suggest a renewed dispute between American Sugar Refining Company and Arbuckle Brothers may surface this year. Trading rumors and price activity indicate continued tension in the refined sugar sector.
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Etween
American Sui Refining ‘Company
Ari Bro
New York
Ona Arbuckle Brothers
Train Collision Kills Six in Cheyenne Inlet
Six people die and several injured when a Union Pacific freight train collided with a tank car and an automobile at the Col Inlet near Cheyenne Wyoming. Rescue teams search for a missing clerk named Robert H. Martin who disappeared after the crash era.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Union Pacite 7
Rear Admiral Janine W. Miller Dies in Philadelphia
Rear Admiral Janine W. Miller, governor of the United States Naval Home, died today in Philadelphia. The obituary notes her origins in Wisconsin and Indiana, with the Huntington, Indiana area also mentioned in connection to her military service.
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Pyliladelphia
Janine W. Miller
United States
Wisconnts
Public Schools Superintendent Raises Telegram on Enrollment
Superintendent F. T. Burdette in the city public schools raises the Telegram with the faction aiding enrollment figures for the around month. He notes enrollment trends and urges action to support the school system.
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F. T. Burdette
Ecrty Public Schools
Manuel
Helring Continues In Washington On House Schedule
The November 21 session in Washington discusses the House Ways and Means schedule including chemicals oils and paints. The committee focuses on current fiscal and regulatory matters affecting industry and public procurement.
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Washington, D. C
Invitation and attendance notice in Denver
In Denver Cole reports LT Neyn states that John dliceyl J Keele Ian James Dimcas will attend the Sens Mitation of Prealiént to attend the lmith Aingees the TWN Home Bacau the Lreatfeat argued Bommpee.
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Denver
Cole
Neyn
John Dliceyl
J. Keele
Ian James Dimcas
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