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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1914
Page
18
Henry Clews surveys postwar finance optimism amid partial stock market reopening, expanding credit and bond activity, and the evolving role of reserve banks. He warns of further monetary caution, domestic gold conservation, and potential import growth as exports recover, with investment demand rising and retail trade still dull.
The text notes no war tax on marriage licenses but a tax on marriage certificates. It details stamps rules for documents, cosmetics, soaps, talcum powder, and the use of documentary stamps, postage stamps, and cancellations under the 1914 regulations.
The readable text mentions phrases about "reves" and "Hocoras" and a reference to selecting from the "maxes of structions Septurts" with unclear dates and names. It cites a "dager carer" and notes about stamps and a well. the overall meaning is uncertain.
Deeb Glenn Varher, famed Carlisle Indian coach, will head the University of Pittsburg football program for three years. Announcement says Warner signed the contract tonight. Flo has coached at Cornell and the University of Georgia.
Juan Jiminez, proclaimed president by the national congress, took the oath of office in Santo Domingo after returning from exile in Porto Rico. The country remains quiet as the transition follows an American supervised election.
Information from Washington indicates the Interstate Commerce Commission is likely to approve the proposed passenger fare increases by the Pennsylvania and Baltimore and Ohio railroads. The commission has gathered data on the existing fare scales as part of its consideration of the protest against the increases.
Prince Louis of Battenberg departs from his post as first lord of the British Admiralty. The article notes his departure from Britain to Russia for an extended period, with an expected reception at the Russian court and the Battenberg family’s popularity there.
Wild geese along the Nevada California and Eastern railroad near Lakeview Oregon disrupt train service. Engines pause to avoid birds as flocks rise from grain fields and Klamath Lake marshes. Sand shortages drive geese to the track seeking ballast access.
Washington reports indicate legislators plan to skip the usual adjournments and begin the appropriation discussions immediately after Congress convenes. The Ohio River Improvement Association prepares for a major Washington meeting as supporters press for continued funding and prompt action on waterway projects. Senator Burton and opponents seek to block measures until March, hoping to sway press support and stall the pork barrel bills.
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