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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes local tensions over coal miners strike and political loyalties. Neighbors recall incidents around a 1930s election, with mentions of Republican and Democratic figures and criticisms of labor relations amid tension in Frantis and Gremlady areas.
Chief of Police Joseph Steales and officers Michael GI and Michael Joyce were arrested Saturday morning to be tried at 3 PM before Justice James M David on charges of tearing down Mrs. Sarah B. Holden's fence on Holden Avenue at Hickman Street. Warrant sworn by W P Holden for Mrs. Holden. The council directed the fence removal for public use.
A local campaign press dispute centers on prosecuting attorney Morris and challenger Findley. Findley accuses Morris of laxity and biased handling of gambling cases, alleging false charges and improprieties in circuit court records. Supporters cite indictments and convictions under Morris’s term, while Findley claims manipulation to influence voters.
Ray King aged 17 son of Yonn King of Barracksyulg was accidentally shot by his own weapon during hunting season yesterday in Marton county. He was found dead beside a leg with a back wound. The incident is mourned in Barracksvile. cause of the gun discharge is not known.
W I I B Morris, prosecuting attorney and county candidate, known as Honest Bull Morris, is praised for fearless law enforcement. Court records cite a strong, dutiful tenure with vigorous prosecutions and high public confidence, including large majorities in elections.
A 1905 telegram from coal miners in Harrigan County endorses Howard Gore for county clerk and urges support for his brother, claiming loyalty to the poor and promising to vote for Gore’s election. The message pleads unity among workers and requests a good report the day after the election.
Local reports outline captain Boughner right end Limer and Stamer on left tackle with D Houghner at quarterback. Buw Smith leads the visiting team as they prepare for a football clash at Union Baseball Park starting at creiock.
Coffman, a graduate of Islet Colleges and State University, has practiced law and served in the Civil War era. He is described as a Baptist minister and a seasoned speaker focused on natural resources and national defense issues, pledging support for cabinet alignment and tax policy.
Marcus Eriblett, a longstanding figure in local politics, secured the Republican nomination for the Boneh District seat. He has prior service in the legislature and military, with a record of supporting tax measures and operations aimed at county residents. He faces strong opposition and is expected to appeal to voters across the county.
In a dated statement, Virgil J. Highl amdy asserts Guy Te Trrick pressured C P Stout to push his father to appoint S S Faris as county clerk. He claims Republicans deserve office and accuses Democratic colleagues of bias, suggesting election clerks be named from the Republican side.
George A Dean in the New Lumberport Independent announces a pending publication and entry to a new home. He plans a trip next Tuesday to Jol for a move by a company serving Ohio Missouri Arkansas Illinois. The notice notes patronage.
A fragment from a Duggepart society notes a formal admission of members during a meeting in Harrison County. The brief item records the event and the group involved without details of names or dates.
A garbled report notes Matthews predicting a large victory and a speech by Senator Thorn. It suggests the Democratic aldermanic faction could win the Republican tally this year.
A partial, badly garbled OCR fragment mentions names like Kaye and Shinde with unclear roles. The readable bits do not establish a coherent event, date, or location suitable for a concrete news item.
An unclear report describes a volley incident and a sudden outbreak linked to SommPKGY GP Darkish, with troop activities and a garrison in Tite Ifosk amid tense conditions.
Local notice endorses Hemet L. Mogrr Behoat Pigott for continued protection of tax laws. It praises his four-year personal property stance and calls for community backing to keep tax reform intact and prevent detractors from weakening the system.
John B Strother of Wikonturs Republican hopes for county board seat in spring primaries. He is praised as a steadfast party worker with deep roots in the community and county politics. His campaign focus includes land and agricultural concerns and improving county administration.
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