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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1906
Page
1
City leaders faced accusations of favoritism as Barna Bailey Showmen allegedly shorted Mayor and officials on complimentary tickets. Officials deny any parade link and say policies restricted government freebies, while claims of withheld passes swirl amid council scrutiny.
Robwet Brown McDanel of Mirkeesburg will attend a program meeting of the West Virgin General Association at the First Baptist Hahtero Oct 16 1921. D. Tolineon Rev WL A Rev John B Stump B L Trawin will join the committee. the program will be published and McDanel will report Monday night.
Mike Bulic was held in county jail after a Thursday night incident on a train near Fairmont. He allegedly demanded money claimed paid, fired at conductor Hartley as the car moved, then fled. Bulic was jailed until Friday's hearing in clerkburg.
Barnum and Bailey's circus toured Parkersburg with a massive attendance noted at the night show. The performers and animal displays were praised as among the best on the American continent. The show featured elaborate acts and drew a large crowd despite afternoon heat and travel delays.
Fragmentary text describes a very large gathering with figures around 20 000 to 22 000. Mentions a car company and fares but many words are garbled. No clear date place or named individuals are readable.
A Friday evening event in Kalbhan left residents perplexed as authorities investigated a disturbance involving several individuals. Details remain sparse as investigators interview witnesses and gather statements.
Bridgeport West Virginia September 15 The Telegram presents a profile of Harrison County citizen George Towers Faris who marks his ninety birthday. The piece recalls his ancestor land patents dating to 1785 and the family’s long public service including his father Samuel Sheets Faris a Harrison County judge and his sister Rachel Dunkin with three sons. It notes Faris’s long life, generous acts, and stable character, praising his blended frontier heritage and community respect.
Fragmented records show transfers between multiple unnamed parties across several vague property descriptions. Names and locations are garbled, making precise entities and dates unreadable.
A collection of court actions including dismissals with costs, bond requirements, and fines. Chancery orders show guardianship reports, special commissioner confirmations, withdrawals of notes, and distribution of lands and funds from property sales.
The government forces led by General Rodrigues with 400 mural guardsmen attacked rebels under General Debcastillo and Cols. Albert and Ancosta near Wajay, 12 miles east of Havana. After a stubborn fight the rebels were dispersed, with many killed and 14 wounded. Rodrigues returned to Havana amid speculation on pursuit and reports of heavy fighting near Canoten southwest of Havana.
The scene in Richmond features a guilty verdict discussion with a judge overruling a motion. Prosecutor Morrin honors two women with solemn remarks and urges adherence to the law while lamenting their arraignment. The piece touches on home sanctity and community impact of “such people” in decent neighborhoods.
A lively review notes Happy Hooligan as the night's major draw with clever patter and crowd-pleasing antics. The piece praises the comic’s ability to spark laughter while debating philosophy and social issues in a light, entertaining frame.
A disjointed report notes a charter approval affecting mining timber oil and glass industries in a town currently led by Jacob and Stoifer. It references financial allocations including 50 and 50 shares, with capital around 830.00, and mentions Clarkaburg in connection with the proceedings.
On a crowded passenger train No. 5 bound for Clarksburg a fight broke out at Meadowbrook after a circus crowd gathered. Conductor Coffman used a chain to subdue a prisoner who escaped through a window, leaving others injured and the train delayed while authorities moved the suspect to jail for a hearing before Justice Gordon.
A local photo gallery changes ownership with new management taking charge as the previous owner exits. The move aligns the business with renewed community engagement and potential upcoming exhibitions.
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