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Newspaper

The Sunday Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1916

Page

17

Woman 79 Seeks Consent to Marry Sammis in Northport

The Northport district hears of 79 year old Sammis pursuing Harriet Conklin aged 74 for a marriage license. Their union, fought by Sammis's children over his estate and past marriages, triggers town interest as the couple plans to wed despite family opposition. The man insists he is seeking a home of his own after decades with his late wife.

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Prince Humbert of Piedmont One Enviable Boy in Italy

July 14 report details Humbert Nicholas Thomas Jean Marte, heir to the Italian throne, famed as the Prince of Piedmont. The twelve year old leads Italy’s Young Explorers, has served on the Thai land front, and is noted for fearless military youth life, athletic exploits, and connections to King Victor Emmanuel III.

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Army Worm Outbreak Fears Rise In Mid Atlantic States

An unusually large number of true army worm moths swarm Maryland Virginia and the District of Columbia area signaling a possible outbreak in the Atlantic states. Entomologists warn eggs hatch in three to four weeks with caterpillars appearing late July into early August. Farmers urged to use arsenate or Paris green sprays and prepared poisoned bait to curb the march of worms.

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Wandering Catholic Thief Arrested in Springfield Church Loot

Roy Marsden, 20, a long-time alleged thief active across the Midwest, was arraigned on a charge of stealing $4.05 from an offering box at a Springfield church. Police say he confessed to robbing multiple churches and hospitals, stating he duped a Catholic in Quincy, Illinois, and has long been sought in several towns. He admitted injuring a Catholic and stealing funds intended for hospitals and orphans.

Springfield Roy Marsden Baying Road United States Tony I Marsiton Hie Js Quines Hngpitals

Drug Monopoly The Bagua Netherlands July 22

The Central Public Health Council of the Netherlands urges action against high German drug prices set by a export commission. They warn prewar price levels are being exceeded and popular sick funds are endangered. Diplomatic efforts are pledged to obtain essential medicines at reasonable costs. The report notes Germany’s control of drug supply and hints at government intervention.

Bague Netherlands Censtal Piblic Health Council de Drmyn Kovernment Germany

Indiana Node contest 10 keeps life in party

Fragmented OCR notes describe Indiana politics and convention activity with mentions of Anthony, Susan, and women’s roles. The text references elections, progressive and republican factions, and campaign dynamics around June and political figures in Indianapolis.

Indiana

Feline tragedy disrupts New York street scene

An onlookers account describes Fenule, a feline, leaping from a Grant arc doorway during a July incident. The cat landed on the sidewalk injuring two bystanders before being subdued by a patrolman who removed it from danger. Police report notes the cat watched streetcar movements and caused a brief disruption as it fled from a scene near Wherry grant owners.

New York Grant Hird Jeanty Theanny Ttt

Wills Hoot to State Detroit Gas Death Case

Be aneathing hie landlady five hundred ho remune he used her hous as a depot to the other world if Connell of Washington turned on gas in his hoarde hots thle Week and died. Coroner filed note for dissection to show the effect of chemical on the human tem.

Detroit Connell Washington

Jail-Goer’s Odd Living In Mexico

In Guaymas on July 23 Manuel Gonzales of Tunymar earned his living as an official jail-goer. He rode the rails to Jal for a seatload of money, being called out by the railroad when needed. The practice kept workers away from jail during valuable times.

Guaymas Mex Manuel Gonzalen Tunymar Jal Corony Gonzales

Darst Fights Auto Tax Dodgers In Wartime Merger

A garbled dispatch from Marlton outlines Darst leading a broad campaign against auto license tax dodgers. The text blends names, places, and wartime rhetoric, mentioning Montgomery and Wheeling with scattered references to local officials and party figures amid a weather of confusion and partisan calls to action.

Child Abuse Incident Sparks Court Action in City

A father Antonia Neguinnn was arrested on charges of assault and endangering a minor after police found his child battered in the rain at a Sherman Street home. The child, with a swollen elbow and left cheek, was committed to a parental home by Judge Edward W. Woodman for recuperation as the case awaits grand jury consideration.

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Japanese Bride Trade Sparks U S Navy Honeymoon Ship Plan

U S Navy officials in Yokohama plan a so called honeymoon voyage to Japan to curb bride market abuses. Reports claim Japanese authorities seek to eradicate illegal marriages as consulates warn of fraud schemes targeting American men. The plan aims to lure fifty young Japanese brides abroad while offering travel funds and promises of legitimate unions.

TOKIO Spain United States Lt Paynhort Japan Tenys Navy Yokohama

Medicinal herb trade in England faces shortages and shifts

In a July report from Nedigal Hers Lontos, England’s herb cultivation for medicine suffers from foreign competition. Once thriving old English gardens fade, herb production dwindles as supplies become scarce and prices rise, with women who tend gardens pressed to adapt amid changes in industry and land use.

Lontos England

West Virginia state university reform sparks broad educational push

Fragmented OCR reads as a state move to elevate higher education with emphasis on WVU and sister schools. Mentions faculty, deans, and regional campuses in Huntington Charleston Huntington and Clarksburg with aims to align standards and expand access.

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Ruth Willard Plans Oriental Tour After Graduation

Cal Paguley SAN IMANCIECO July 2 19 07 Ruth Willard aged about 18 after high school studies in the United States plans a four week tour of the Orient with her parents Leon and ... The family contemplates a return via Europe and will take necessary arrangements for travel including a portable typewriter.

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Knaton Receives 410000 Check Amid Saving Habit Story

The article profiles a man named Knaton who began saving early and contributed to a building association. He earned steady pay, allocated portions to savings, and accumulated over 8000 while working as a type operator. Knaton owns a home, is married with one child, and is modest about his finances.

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Mother admits exposing child to disease to avoid school

Mrs Oy Tagion told Victor Koblin a health officer that she purposely exposed her six year old daughter to a disease believing it would prevent school attendance. The child allegedly contracted the illness and is in danger. Dr Charles Thomas has referred the matter to the state board of health.

Sunaury Hhilddren Oy ‘Tagion Victor Koblin Thay Dincane Sayin Dreharles Thomas Han State Board of Wealth

Marriage After Romance Interrupted in Wichita News

A long marriage resumes after a romance paused two decades earlier in the Entleropathy schoolroom. The couple, Mr Mitchell of Devere and Miss Thay Watson of Topelamy, renew their vows amid local record interest.

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