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Newspaper

The Sunday Telegram

Location

Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1916

Page

17

Baptist General Association Gathering in Logan October

The Baptist churches of Clarksburg plan to send a delegation to the West Virginia Baptist General Association meeting in Logan October 10 to 1. The program includes services led by Rev. J. A. Bott and Rev. Charles T. Bronkshtra, with numerous addresses on prayer, missions, evangelization, and church growth. Delegates earmarked number in the hundreds for what is described as one of the largest gatherings in the state.

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First Murder Trial in Years Opens in Grafton Court

In Grafton the county's first murder trial in years begins as Raymond Takran and Maswell face charges for the killing of Jake HigHon, a minor, amid a tangle of local crime cases. The trial follows a string of incidents including a fatal accident near Wigton and police efforts in Liquor Law enforcement.

Grafton Maswell Ray Tarkan Jake HigHon Wigton Fay Millon Maine Trim Moe Tonves

Defective Shells and Oklahoma Political Shift

Fragmentary report from Tulsa in Sept describing defective shells believed linked to a hometown maker and a broader Oklahoma political realignment toward Progressive voters. Mentions Oklahoma City convention, Roosevelt era shifts, opposition to liquor, taxes, and an expert estimate of 850 million for state administration costs.

Tulsa Olly Oklahoma City Myn Anekonor Perry Maid Oklahona Oichnonia Roosevelt Pune Republican Party Oklahoma Lanse Repubic Largo

Secretary Accused of Overruling Ordnance Officials

Secret ary of the Navy Daniel overruled the chief of ordnance in United States practice, awarding a contract to Raleigh Iron Works for nearly half a million pairs of socks. Navy officers contend the Raleigh bid was unfounded as the firm had not manufactured ammunition until two years ago. The controversy centers on political influence, North Carolina ties, and questions of contract propriety involving the Durham Hosiery Company and associates.

Washington Dagtola Ordnanen United States Sella Ialnieh Iron Works Republicana Anvy Officiila Miewhet North Carolina Durhany Raleigh News and Observer Raleigh Tren Daniele Raleigh Ralphh Conewra Ane Aledant Scerary Roncevelt Navy Str Toonavelt Nnt Dantéln Raleigh Iron Work Admiral Straus Ordnance Dan Admiral Strau Daniela Berks Ed Dorhany Hosiery Company Department Antag Daniely Durhany Dosiary Company Tal Goneral Julian Bhakwspeare General Cary Danielwa Durinta

Fall Festival Lights Up Preston County Amid Busy Week

A chaotic local pageant mixed politics and everyday life as residents in Newbury Preston county celebrate the Fall Festival with a large feast attended by thousands. A speeding vehicle incident on Main Street caused a scare before authorities intervened, and safety measures were emphasized as the event drew crowds from nearby areas. Political chatter distracted some attendees, but the festival theme and community cheer remained central.

Newbury Preston

Chicago Woman Objects to Nude Art Spark Debate

A Chicago meeting on nude art prompted strong views with Lena Werner and others arguing public decorum while five residents defended artistic expression. Officials noted no policy change but signals of ongoing public tension over decency and cultural presentation.

Two New Railroads Projected In Mexico

The article outlines plans for two new railroad projects in Mexico, linking Gulf and Pacific regions with potential port developments. It mentions government involvement, funding scales, and potential routes through key industrial areas, aiming to boost trade and regional growth.

Mexico

Love Letters and Obsession Flare in Dosty Case

A disturbing communications record shows intense love letters and threats between a husband and wife, with references to separation, longing, and obsessive pleas. The fiancé’s vivid declarations mix devotion with fear, including pleas for reconciliation and expressions of overwhelming passion.

Japan to Renew Heights End of War Conference

Fragmented dispatch reports in Washington describe continued tension over Japan policy as talks between former secretary and Japanese minister proceed. Officials discuss constitutional limits and potential shifts in alignments, with warnings against abrupt moves while awaiting the arrival of a new Japanese envoy.

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Five Brothers Army Officers from South Carolina to West Point

SORVOLK Va September 10 President Wilson mobilized the National Guard and a North Carolina family story highlights five brothers serving in the U S Army with two others and their father noted as a broker in Greenville South Carolina The five Wilson men include Lieutenant Durward Wiley Fourth Seventh Infantry Lieutenant Frank W Wilson and Lieutenant Baxcomb W Wilson on duty in the Philippines Texas border and Washington respectively Captain William E Wilson head of the family and father of the five brothers is a prominent Greenville businessman and Democratic party figure.

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Wilson ties to promote prohibition in California campaign

The article reports President Wilson opposing a prohibition push during a California campaign trip. It cites a broadly distributed pamphlet alleging his stance, names Taft and Cardinal Gibbons as referenced opponents, and notes telegrams from Oliver W. Stewart clarifying attitudes. It also mentions the broader context of wartime lumber and garment shipments and a December reference to New South Wales.

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Hazers Almost Kill Woodbury School Boy

A garbled news item reports a Woodbury pupil Samuel Treade from Grenlogl nearly slain by Hazers after an incident at school. Reed agreed to take laia cla but said a covering from an operation affected actions. About fifty boys witnessed the event as Reed swooned and later revived, with the boy sent home two hours later. The case details are unclear due to faulty transcription.

Woodbury Advil Samuel Treade Grenlogl Reed Laia Saveral

Fragmentary Henry mix of terms hints at trade notes

Disjointed OCR text lists items like cement, lime, plaster, and rice price terms. No complete details emerge on persons, places, organizations, dates, or outcomes. The readable fragments resemble a supply or price sample but lack coherent facts for a full summary.

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Fragmentary text mentions Sree ooka and idiamaaibit with unclear context and no actionable details. The readable portion lacks dates, places, organizations, or names to form a coherent summary or identify event specifics.

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