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Newspaper

The Sunday Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1915

Page

3

Boughner Funeral Held After War Hero’s Passing

Oliver P. Boughner died Friday after years of illness, with funeral today in the lodge room at the Elke home. The Rev Dr Taylor will officiate alongside the lodge ritual, and interment follows at the Odd Fellows cemetery. He served in the Tenth West Virginia Infantry, was wounded at Winchester, and was later a respected merchant and founder of the Empire National Bank. Surviving family includes widow Mrs. Boughner and several siblings and nieces and nephews.

Oliver P. Boughner Philadelphia Elkes Lodge Elke West Pike Streot Jodge W.G Odd Fellows Boughner George Faris Samuel Bridgeport Petl Robinnon Anno Warr Virgil Loighlond Furia Melvin G. Sperry Eward B. Delson Dentol Ellen Patterson Boughath Fayette County Virginia West Virginia Harrisville Moore's Academy Morgantown Tenth West Virginia Infantry P. M. Morris Sheridan Shenandoah Valley Winchester Min Manny Bouugimor Harris Ovar Balug Ibho State Boughaer Boughnor Custer Post No Grand Army of the Republic Clarkeburg Lodge Benevolent and Protective Order of Biks Charles F. Kent Empire National Bank Tno Thomas 3. Spaton Clarksburg Maraton Chesa- Deage Bay United States Naval Academy Annapolis Bers Homer Denver Colo Allen Drummond Stephen Drummond Washington

Life-time chance to buy 8-room Clay Street house

A promising offer lists an $3900 price for an eight-room residence with bath, cellar, cabinet mantels, two porches and a large lot on Clay street. Terms require $900 cash now and $500 annually, presenting a rare home purchase opportunity.

Clay Street

Deenon jailed for drunken and disorderly conduct

A man who gave the name William Dyennon was jailed Saturday night at Broadwater flats on Clark Street Glen Elk after being charged with drunken and disorderly behavior. Officers Davison and McCloud took him into custody and his trial was set for Sunday morning in the police court.

Broadwater Flats Clark Street Glen Elk William Dyennon Daviason and McCloud Polee Court

Mayor Gordon Receives Feather Traveling Cane Surprise

Mayor G H Gordon was surprised Friday by members of the police department with a feather traveling cane. Each officer presented him the gift as he thanked them in a short talk, expressing appreciation for the gesture from Wax Prenant and the entire department.

G. H. Gordon Police Department

Fragmented notice on local affairs and names

A garbled OCR fragment references individuals and a local contract, mentioning a few proper names and a Christmas time context. The legible bits point to a contractual matter involving a person and a spouse, with unclear roles and incomplete phrases.

Death notices for Mrs Yates and relatives in Barinarmathery area

Mrs Mra Rebecks Wites age 67 and Rifeot Nelson Yates died around 10 31 Christmas afternoon after a general breakdown and illness. Funeral set for 11 tomorrow at Daviesot's Rum Map list with interment at Barinarmathery. Survived by husband and several sons and daughters including Frances J Robinson Crotten Curtin B H Yates Waif Sumitty Marion Yates Doddriage Alison Yates Sundiy Mra Deinia wife of William Ata bay Clarksburg Mrs Mollie Gunter Allen Wolf Summit Martin Yates Cobwen's Creeley Mrs Eni Ward Bridgeport Mrs Matilda Wolf Isaac's Creek and Mian Lite Water. The deceased was a member of the Davinson Kin Baptist church for forty nine years and known for exemplary life.

Mra Rebecks Wites Nelson Yates Daviesot Yate Te Severa Wolf Summit Martin Yatew Cobwen's Creeley Eni Tm Ithra Ward Bridgeport Matilda Frank Wolf Isaac's Creek Davinson Kin Baptist Church Shy Har

Greetings Card From Travis Glas Company

A greeting card from president Y B Travis of the Travis Glas Company extends warm thanks to longtime friends and new connections. It expresses appreciation for friendship and loyalty while wishing happiness, success, and continued partnership.

Travis Glas Company Teionda Bignod Y.B. Travis

Bootlegger Gang Suspects Arrested In Parker and Harrison

Bootleggers I N Te Post and D J Lane of Clarksburg were arrested in Parkersburg on bootlegging charges. They allegedly possessed 120 pints of whiskey. Sheriff reports seven indictments in Harrison County and says they acted as deliverers for a Parkerburg bootlegging gang with headquarters in Tarksville. Warrants issued by Guirm Cunningham.

Namenay I. Te Post D. J. Lane Clarksburg Parkerburg Hein Jallor Gabbert Harrison County J. W. Dee Bia Tarksbare

Whiskey and Empty Bottles Seized in Traders Alley Stable

Deputies under a search warrant raided a stable in Traders Alley and found whiskey hidden under a wall and a large quantity of empty bottles. The confiscated goods were moved to the county basement as evidence for prohibition violations.

Traders Alley Nalanta Shoritle Lago Volta Clutencs Vannort H. Cork Edward Wilson

Shinneton Local Politics See Ticket Nominations

Fragmented report from Shinneton details two political tickets forming ahead of an upcoming central nominating convention. Names like Frank HurcHet for mayor and J.R. Robinson for recorder appear in nominating talks from Four wards, with further nominations in Second and Fourth wards and additional council candidates named.

Shinneton Frank Hurchet JR. Robinson Recorder Cyt Thompson Wie Wea Shinnston J. T. Robinson Maeiing Secona Ward Veters A. H. Nusura L. Haught Cornellines

Monument 10 Erected 10 Santa Claus in New York

In a foggy Christmas mood New York reports aid to the homeless with extra food clothing and gifts. Plans call for a Santa Claus monument building to serve as a headquarter for the International Santa Claus Association and a children play and toy drive space. The steamer Lapland arrived late with mail parcels and $1,000,000 in specie as Navy ships hosted hundreds of children aboard.

New York New. York Belgium Silea Ana Stampa Santa Claum Fnipitaly Orphahagen Almahotan Enm Utitlown Neckitects Chirlatiias Wahibllore New Toya Lapland Red Star Line Parerl Secretary of the Navy Daniels Nant Ja Winwlean Menaigo

Christmas Cheer across San Francisco and California coast

Open celebrations mark Christmas with charity drives aiding the poor. At the Pacific Exposition area a nativity scene and tree lighting drew crowds, while Los Angeles showcased a Nativity play performed by 400 actors. San Diego highlighted large-scale displays and outdoor organ performances at the exposition site.

Christina Polis Atibatastialehoar Pavaral Tharmina Childeen Rodn Los Angeles Miha Panani Galifornia Diego

Charters Granted For Several Railroad and Realty Firms

Dec. 25 Charleston charter actions approved for multiple entities including the Boone Land Company Huntington and the Seneca City Company Butler Bayne county realty. Authorized capitals range from 10 000 to 960 000 with various incorporators named across several states.

Charleston Fort Smith Potean Wonternallroad Coniyany Poteaty Islay Wan Heen Cartifinaih Ap Lamn Corporation Marg Tho Tho Dncorpere Toreara Dark J. Eyans Ernest Mumater Albert Zienk C.J. Thiehline WR. Wilkin Coisego Boone’ Land Company Huntington Don Bayne County Realty Incorpuetor Heary Charles Bronson Harry L. Broky Lilian Bronson J. Beals Nubanks Richmond Seneca City Company Batman Tora Aror Jacob Hinks Mirman Harman Fred Dolly Tohnant Dolks Tetarton

Young man jailed for shooting mother and relatives

A young man is jailed after shooting his mother, her brother, and a guest in their Kokomo home. Mrs Francois, born 1865 in Brooklyn, had moved to Kokomo eleven years ago and was active in her Catholic church. Funeral services are set for Tuesday at the Church of the Immaculate Conception with burial at Holy Order cemetery.

Wits JNM Miquiepis Sant Gant Francois Abe Mitton J. BM L, Syreker Dilight John C. Francois Bonnert Deachy Prank George Bonnest New York Charles Bonnert Nalumare Hrooklum Shelter Kokomo Ind Iin Raniol Trlande Waya Fit Catholic Church Howe Marlon McKiniey Mindy Alfehey Woundy Michael Waster Mands Tnt Sherk MelKoley Han Kinley Aras McHinlay Young McKintay Butt Jol Vannbrt Mieelal Despard Ptac Piaceil

Teddy Roosevelt to Speak on Preparedness at National Conference

Colonel Roosevelt will speak January 20 in Philadelphia at the National Conference on Immigration and Americanization. The event, organized by the National Americanization Committee, will discuss social and economic preparedness, internal mobilization, and citizenship standards. Speakers include Frank Trumbull and Charles Behm, with emphasis on practical work among immigrant communities and federal unity in wartime and peacetime.

Philadelphia Pyulal Roosevelt Vhal Ahipa Armine Prepareduyea Innistanod Menius Houat Reali Departmentm Ottian Stotesbury Flonat Nter Ainner Qtrs Odward T. Brotenbury Frank ‘Trumbull Charlon M. Behwab Johnson Nicholien Imi Butler John Prise Facknoll Comsinsioner Salar Pennsylvania Wtf Mathoda Wesalin Iminigeatten Ex Herts Economista Mary Ann Koonpvelt Benidins Wodal

Mystery of Mika Castle case tied to two suspects

Police disclose two Black men, Ruts W. Cantrell and Edward Gowdy, as suspects in the 1900 Mika Castle disappearance. Cantrell and Gowdy allegedly boasted of killing and providing statements to police. arrests by Lieutenant Warren C. Highlants followed.

Ernst Mika Castle Milian Pin Prinonern W. Cantrell Edward Gowdy Intel Somuadell Charity Army of America Canttrel Art Gowry Stramnton Cantrell Tom Madleat Cantrall Liupattas Warren C. Hioharlant

Cantrells story told thirteen years ago

In Indianapolis in 1900 to 1903 Cantrells tale resurfaces amid police inquiry. The report notes Cantrells assertion of involvement by Max Gelvage and Edward Gowdy in a murder claim, but no corroborating evidence or murder proof was found. Police questioned officers and Cantrell, yet names and details remained unconfirmed.

Indianapolis Minn Carey Tumber Cantrell Fiele Dalcott Edward Gowdy Nvr Max Gelvage

Bonds Burnished by Runaway Pair in West Radda Case

Two highwaymen from Point Comfort, Davey Daneberry now Harry Wayd and another youth, fled after a confrontation with Ware. Aged resident Bel net of Warelia provided bloodhounds and led officers to trail. Bonds of $500 each were set for their appearance next week for Keating.

Davey Daneberry Harry Wayd Point Comfort Belnet Warelia Keating

Marriage Licenses Listed for Numerous Couples

Diarriage licenses have been issued to Frank Rush and Ada Carpenter Wade Lawrence Rect and Milluin Agien Casto Willian Oil and Rosie Paulie Sommern Bernard Swine ni Virals Cox Néuria-DUtand Der In and Guidln Kathariie Anderson Clyde Ehenuton Wiseman Sapte Tusaballs Aubrey dull Davia and Grach Chur.

Diarringe Linsaace Frank Rush Ada Carpenter Wade Lawrence Rect Milluin Agien Casto Willian Oil Rosie Paulie Sommern Bernard Swineni Virals Cox Néuria-Dutand der In Guidln Kathariie Anderson Clyde Ehenuton Wiseman Sapte Tusaballs Aubrey Dull Davia Grach

Unclear text fragment on company plans and year figures

Fragmentary OCR text references a company named Opineng mae Havelopmente Inc and mentions developments and the year 2014. It also contains disjointed phrases about mergers, arrangements, and English points, with no coherent narrative or identifiable events.

Wren Mae Ty Opineng Mae Havelopmente Inc Lownk and Hives Alpaudy Amd Daltrum Ann Otertoep Adé Tate Gal Pripesturya Tramic Meny Tee England

Bond Granted After Wild Night Incident

A garbled report notes Jones receives bond amid a disorderly scene involving a man named Joke and several officers. The fragment hints at a missing suspect, a bag with three items, and a forthcoming court date next week in a county courthouse.

Sermon Subjects The Mission Of Chrheme And Christmas

Fragmentary OCR notes list sermon subjects and services including evening and morning references with names such as HJ Allenp Glad ing Dickens and present a hazy schedule for Christmas preaching.

HJ. Allenp Glading Dickens Fe i Turner Gett Siessh Rsi Iheo

Also Mentioned on This Page

the Home Furnishing Co MR. Boughner the Elks Lodge Switzer Bros Glenn B. Waters Deennon Chiat Harry le Christman Death Angel Rebecca Yates Travis Glass Company Bootleggerg Parkersburg Shinnston Switzerland Lange London Prince von Bunlow Ily Omponoa Inteslon Ate Denn Inrt Chrisitins Santa Claus Pacific Coast J. M. Francois Clay Teddy Hin Cantrells Von Bind Mesthut Street Mamiage Licenses Ahan Jones Bond Wiward Whit Vaaleise Megietrale J Cartes -Courk Boyd's. Fleming Lloyd-Ma Graves Auto Livery Company Bell Phone
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