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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1915
Page
3
A brick building formerly known as the old Phin laundry on West Pike Street is offered for sale. The 35 by 150 foot parcel includes a paved driveway and early sewer connections, suited for a small manufacturing or laundry operation. Act quickly to secure a bargain.
A lot measuring 40 by 120 feet with a rear alley is offered on Stealey Avenue in a fine residence section. The ad promotes it as a good home site in a desirable neighborhood and highlights the hour rooms and bath features.
A brief listing states price 2650 dollars with 13 cash and 1 and 2 year payment options. No further context or identifying details provided.
On Franklin street with six rooms bath basement attic on a good level lot this property is for sale or in exchange for a larger property and pay the difference.
Testimony before Senator Phelan tied Secretary of State Bryan to an alleged Dominican Republic contracts scheme. James L. Byrne of Boston testified that Bryan discussed Banco Nacional contracts and a Santo Domingo project with ministers cousin, implying Bryan sought to avoid recording the matter. Byrne said Bryan suggested writing it out but declined, leaving the issue unrecorded.
At the Republican Club in New York on January 16, Secretary of War Lindley M. Garrison former secretary Henry L. Stimson and former Assistant Secretary William G. Sanger urged defense preparations for a wartime United States They dismissed hysteria over conscription and proposed expanding the standing and mobil armies to 50 000 to 100 000 plus reserves to form a citizen army and a mobile force of about 60 000 with fill of regiments.
Minnie McDonald secured a $200 bond to keep the peace for one year after a magistrate court judgment. She was released from custody as Glen Pik merchant posted the bond. The case arose from a peace warrant alleging threats against a witness. Her husband William McDonald faced whiskey selling charges and was to face the next grand jury.
Grasselli laborer Michael Bogitor was jailed Saturday evening awaiting hearing before Magistrate T.G. Nicewarner on a charge of carrying a pistol without a valid reason. Constable Reuben J. Bartlett arrested him in Grasselli on a warrant sworn by Charles Krean, Bogitor's brother-in-law, who also resides in Grasselli. Bogitor faces trial within a few days.
A New York report describes a cruiser likely Karlsruhe seen near Curacao on New Year’s Day by a Marmacaibo officer. The Marmacaibo crew contradicts this, noting the Karlsruhe supposedly had four funnels, while the sighted ship had two. Wireless code chatter allegedly from a German warship adds to the confusion.
In Philadelphia on January 16 police belief holds two young boys Mason Preeth six and Roy Wainwright four attempted to rescue their mother Anna Preeth 26 who turned on the gas stove to kill herself. The children were found dead after a struggle in the kitchen as the mother lay on the floor and was dragged toward safety.
In a Stockholm London telegraph speech opening the new session, King Gustav laments that international law is no longer observed by belligerents, notes Sweden’s neutrality sacrifices, and stresses maintaining military readiness. He calls for strengthened ties with Norway and Denmark to shore up Sweden’s position.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses attempts to crate a test case for a diplomatic resolution. The department hints at ownership uncertainty and the need to proceed cautiously while arranging a formal inquiry and potential delivery charges.
Reports from Nuevo Laredo Mexico say hundreds of minds planted around town to mine and destroy it as Villa troops allegedly advance. Carranza garrison troops ready to move and evacuate after firing. Hundreds crossed the international bridge to Laredo amid telegraph outages fueling wild rumors.
Readable fragments describe pending prize news and possible dispatches to San Juan. Mentions a German submarine, potential internment, and instructions affecting October. Notes crews landing in the Canary Islands and references to Sears and Abelie in vague sensational phrasing.
In New York on January 16 Myron Herrick former ambassador to France spoke at the Ohio Society of New York annual dinner as guest of honor. He urged unity to meet national obligations arising from the European war. William H. Truesdale presided, with Curtis Guild Guy D. Goff and James H. Hoyt among the speakers.
The fragment suggests continued discussion from page one about two Americans amid a trading report. It lacks clear names, places, or outcomes, but indicates ongoing coverage of a disputed topic.
The article reports global aid triggering swift relief actions after a devastating quake. Authorities allocate medicine and food to affected areas while makeshift hospitals rise and trains carry survivors to safety. Notable contributors include Pope Benedict and ring bearer Victor Emmanuel, who returned to Rome after visiting multiple quake sites.
Reports from Avézzano and nearby villages describe a devastating tremor that toppled buildings and caused a mass collapse. Authorities fear about 300 killed and thousands affected, with hundreds injured as survivors search for relatives amid widespread destruction.
A Loy Newal correspondent notes ongoing earthquake shocks causing fear across regions. government and international observers discuss relief limits while foreign contributions are reportedly not accepted due to wartime neutrality.
In Columbus on January 16, Hywel Davies and Daniel J. Keefe led a second stage of the federal conciliators inquiry into the Ohio coal miners strike. After an all day conference, they said they received all data from the miners, but no date or place for the next meeting was set. The miners reported the full side of their case, with no conciliation on their part requested or given. The operators’ side had been heard earlier in Wheeling.
Local social column lists visiting relatives and travelers from Bristol Pittsburg Baltimore Cincinnati West Union Huntington Lost Creek Morgantown Bridgeport and Florida. Notable names include Harold Strester former city chemist now with Public Health Service Mrs. R M Jantzen Mrs Adam V Boughner and Perry Alfred.
John Deluke was jailed after a brawl with Peter Mancano at a Glen Elk pool hall. Deluke faces cutting charges, Mancano released on $5.60 bond. Police officers Post Shahan and Davison arrested them. hearings set in police court today. The owner called by telephone to report the incident.
An official announcement from Chiraze Head Quarters states that Guadajara has been retaken by General Diegues. It also notes reports that San Luis Potosi has fallen to the Constitutionalists, with Vera Cruz and other areas mentioned blurily in the dispatch.
Evangelist HF Lutz of Washington DC reached the city Saturday night to assist W M Long in a special meeting at the Central Christian Church. He will preach Sunday morning and evening with services planned nightly this week except Saturday night.
Thawing weather caused transit disruptions in Highland and Broad Oaks as cars derailed or slid from tracks between 8 and 9 o'clock. Northview and Weston cars also left the rails but transfers were made. No serious injuries reported.
Warm weather drew many shoppers to the city Saturday with strong afternoon and evening streetcar patronage. The scene reflected a bustling retail day as residents enjoyed favorable conditions and spent time downtown.
Authorities in Matamoras denied that Gustave Mamdadex and Francesco Yturria, alleged American citizens, were hanged yesterday near Rio Bravo. The report claimed Carranza troops occupied Saltillo with General Aldefonso Vasquez, and San Vas Potes had been taken, while traffic between Matamoras and Monterey was reportedly reopened.
A Bridgeport street cart derailed on the Highland addition track near the city at 8 o clock Saturday night. Soft ground at the track change caused the incident, delaying traffic for about two hours. Two heavy cars loaded to the guards were involved. The St Marys Club Basketball Age will play St Marys High School at the high school gym Tuesday at 8 PM. a fast, well matched contest is expected.
The article reports a decisive defeat described as irretrievable, with implications for the Russian fleet’s ability to prevent European reinforcements. Enver Pasha, Turkish war minister and Young Turks leader, returned to Constantinople to suppress a conspiracy against him and the movement.
Joseph H. Peterson state attorney general Fred W Huston state auditor and three others were indicted for embezzlement tied to a 70 000 shortage in C C Allen former state treasurer accounts Allen later went to the penitentiary Other indicted include Allen s brother J Wallis and Wark a state auditor s clerk Bonds set at 2000 Each indictment cites itemized shortages and misappropriations in public funds tied to the Allen case around January 16.
King Emanuel arrives at Sora amid heavy rain to visit earthquake ruins with minister of public works and other officials. He calls for restraint, offers relief supplies, and distributes aid to survivors, acting as compassionate visitor not sovereign.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a royal visit to damaged sites, with references to a mother and child among rescue scenes. The text mentions debris, hospitals, and speaking to the wounded while large charitable gifts were given.
A powerful earthquake struck Sora causing widespread alarm and injuries. King Tamaniel visited, authorities organized relief, and improvised hospital facilities treated the wounded as officials inspected the city. San Domenico market town was affected with casualties reported from Avezzano.
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