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The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
Magnificent Special Prize on
Display at Robinson's
JeWeIry Store.
NOT TOO LATE TO ENTER
First Period Closed Saturday
Which Resulted in Many
New Readers.

Saturday, Witnessed the expiration Of
the first period and the volume Of
business was the largest since the
Daily Telegram's prize and travel club
campaign began. The number of
subscriptions which were secured
during the first part of the campaign
were many more than we're expected,
and the results were very satisfac-
tory.
The second s125 diamond ring
which was announced as special
prize from the beginning will he
awarded to the competitor who turns
in the most money on new subscrip-
tons during the second period OF the
campaign, which began this morning
and will end August 10, at 8 o'clock,
Saturday night. The diamond is in
every way as beautiful a stone as the
one which was offered during the first
period, which ended last Saturday
night. It is a beautiful stone mounted
in the popular Tiffany setting. The
worth of the ring is guaranteed by
F. A. Robinson & Son, from whom it
was purchased. 1t is now on display
at that store and can be seen by the
competitors and general public at
any time.
The campaign for the second spec
ial prize started this morning and
closes at the same time as the second
period. No competitor has any ad-
vantage over any other competitor. It
is work and determined effort that
will win 1t.
AS soon as all subscriptions have
been verified by the circulation de-
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
THREE WARRANTS
Are Sworn Out against Mrs.
Cora Boothe, of North
Fourth Street.

Two peace warrants and another
charging assault were sworn out In
Justice William E. starcher's court
this morning against Mrs. Cora
Booth, resident of North Fourth,
street, Glen Elk. She is III at her
home at present and has not yet been
taken into custody.
The warrants were. sworn out by
Minnie Waldo and Ada Abel, and it
is alleged that the Boothe women as
saulted Mrs. Waldo and that she,
threatened the life Of her and also
Mrs. Abel. She will be given a
hearing as soon as she RECEIVERS from
her illness.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
WRESTLING
Matches by Three Men Are to
Be Held Tonight at the by
ceum Theater.

Steven Lamonetin, the Greek heavy
weight champion. and Fred Kind
berg, Swedish middleweight champ
ion, will wrestle in the Lyceum thea
ter here tonight. The match will be
started at 8 o'clock and Lamonetin
agrees to thrown Kindburg three
times in two hours. the winner to
receive the entire receipts at the
door.
Carl Busch. German and Polish
champion, will wrestle the winner of
the bout. All three mnn are in ex-
cellent condition and good matches
are assured.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
TYPHOID FEVER
Causes Death of John King, a
Well Known Resident of
ReynoIdsviIle.

John King. aged IS years. a well
known resident of Reynoldsville, died
at o'clock Sunday afternoon in a
local hospital after an illness Of ty-
phoid fever.
The deceased man is survived by a
brother, NJ. ]. King, and one sister,
Miss Cecilia, living at Reynoldsville.
The funeral services will be held In
the church Of the Immaculate Con-
ception at $3.50 o'clock Tuesday
morning and the burial will be in
Holy Cross cemetery here.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
DAVIS TOO YOUNG.

WASHINGTON, D. c., Aug. g.
Discussion of John w. Davis, OF West
Virginia, in connection with the ap-
pointment as member Of the SUI
preme Court Of the United States to
succeed the late Justice Lurton, has
subsidized. The impression has grown
that the president regards him as
too young to put on the bench as a
member Of the highest court Of the
country,
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
RESTRICTION
AS to Amount of Currency un-
der Bank Law Are Removed
by Congress.

WASHINGTON, Aug. AN restric-
tons on the amount Of currency which
may be issued under section 5 of the
bank law was removed today by the
House in an amendment passed 231 to
6, and hurried over to the Senate.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS

LONDON, Eng, Aug s-vioaton Of neutral territory by
Germany daring frontier raids by German Russian French
s9GPs clashes between outpost the
ships by Russian and Germany striking features to-
day OF the which virtually the continent of Europe
has started. = f
The position to be taken by the empire remains still to
defined this morning but feared German seizure Of
Belgium territory would be deciding factor which would lead
to take the sword in hand under treaty London
OF 1872 England agrees to maintain Begums neutrality
Evidences were not lacking the grave view of the situation
~ all classes in the United Knkdo leaders Of the
that the cancellation Field Marshal Kcheners return
TO Egypt was prelude his appointment minister of war
was said in authoritative quarters due warning had
been given Germany yesterday of the intention of the
TO take instant action should German soldier set foot on
soil In spite Of this and of the prompt refusal by the
begu to accept the by Germany
the price Of the violation of Belgium neutrality German
frontier. wy " w eiei
German point of view the situation was explained
the German embassy follows ~
The German general
tory = 49, S-e-NtA ttonHei piepara-
me German therefore Belgium
nat Tor stategfcal
territory
gum offers resistance will
anee Belgium government the
and the fullest compensation
the roo - ANeS Sauseu Wy
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

PARIS, Aug. 3.-The German am
bassador was still at his post today
but there was indications Of his inten-
tons to leave. Throughout the night
aeroplanes had flown hither and
thither over the city watching the hor-
lion toward the eartern frontier while
searchlights swept the skies and made
it almost impossible for any hostile
airships to approach.
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tnY Assee,A1rn .nr.a,

LONDON, Aug. 3.-The British gov
eminent today decided to extend the
bank holiday over three days. A bill
temporarily suspending the payment
OF the bills Of exchange passed
through all its stages in brief few
minutes in the House of Commons.
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EMBARGO
On All Shipments for Export is
Issued by Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad.
tsY AsseelarGr pRssa,

BALTIMORE, Aug. s.-The Balti-
more and Ohio railroad issued an en-
barge this morning to its connecting
lines and other traffic affiliations stat
ing that until further notice It will
refuse shipments for export through
Baltimore and other Atlantic ports.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

STOCKHOLM, Aug. "a battle. was
fought yesterday between the German
and Russian fleets off the Aland is
land, resulting in the Russians being
driven back. The Russian war yes
sells took refuge in the gulf of Fin
land where they were still today.
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RURAL. ROUTE WANTED.
e,,.el.l 10 "a. 1.L.asA.,

WASHINGTON. D. c., Aug. 3
A petition for the establishment OF
a rural route out of Sand Run. Up
shur comfy. has been filed by Con-
gresham Sutherland. The proposed
route will be eighteen miles long and
wouisA serve 125 persons. An In
spectdr will be sent to look over the
territory and mako recommendation
as to whether the route should be es-
tablished or not.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
BIG GERMAN FORCE
OCCUPIES LUXEMBOURG
esr ASSOCIATES ,erss,

BRUSSELS. Aug. s.-1t is esti-
mated that 100000 German soldiers
have occupied the territory Of Lux
emburg and are massed along the
French frontier.
By the treaty Of London, signed in
1857. the Grand Duchy of Luxem-
burg was declared neutral territory.
Its integrity and independence were
guaranteed.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
CONVENTIONS CALLED.

PARKERSBURG, Aug. s.-oficial
calls have been issued by the Pro-
gressive party of the Fourth congress
sional and Third senatorial districts
for conventions to be held here next
Saturday to nominate candidates for
Congress and the state senate.
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TO MOVE PosToFFIcE.
ts're,AL TO the rrLrssAs,

WASHINGTON. D. c., Aug. 8
The postofice at Hundred. w. Va,
has been ordered by the Postoffice
Department to be moved to another
section Of the town. It is explained
that the new site will be more central
and the office will be in building
that is better adapted to the service.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

Showing the Progress Of Events
in the General War Being
Waged in Europe.
tsY A.seelA1rp ,nr,,,

BERLIN. Aug. 3-The mobilization
of the German army proceeded today
with absolute calm. An open air re-
ligious service attended by many SOL
diers in marching kit was held today
around the Bismark monument out
side the imperial parliament house.
All Joined in the Lords prayer.
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RUSSIAN INVADERS
ATTACH JOHANNESBURG
tsy ASSOCIATED ,srss,

ALLENsTEIN, East Prussia, Aug.
S.-The fighting on the Russian from
tier was confined to small engage
ments between cavalry outposts I'M
til o'clock last evening when an at
tack was made by the Russian invad-
ers on johannesburg which is occu-
pied by squadron of the Eleventh
Pomeranian Dragons.
The losses Of the Russian troops
CONTINUED on page three.l
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[By Associated Press. J

Association today elegraphed Secretary McAdoo asking
that fifty million dollars be sent Chicago for projections
Local conditions good and the only strain here has
been caused Y the foreign situation, said James B. For
gan, president of the FIRST National Bank
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(By Associated Press.)


LONDON Aug. 3.-The House of Lords passed with
out discussion the bill to suspend temporarily the payment
of bills of exchange and giving the government power
declare moratorium The moratorium Immediately re-
eeived the royal assent. The Marquis of Landsdown
leader of the opposition said the opposition was ready to
support the government in any difficulties.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
DIV Asnociated Press

LONDON, Aug S-SI Edward Grey British foreign secre
ay stated IN the House Of Commons today that the House
should be He added that Britain not committed
to anything but diplomatic support
Sir Edward added that if foreign feet came down tho Enc
sh chanel to lombard the French coast could stand
Inc foreign secretary stated that the British had been
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
NEW RURAL ROUTE.

WASHINGTON, D. q, Aug. - g
A new rural route Will be established
out OF Middlebourne. Tyler comfy. oc-;
tober /. It will be 20 miles long and
win serve $50 families, :
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
SITUATION NOW
IS VERY CRAVE
Conference of British Ministers is Held Late Today in Regard
to the German UItimatlm to Belgium but War De-
cision Has Not Yet Been Made.
OPPOSITION PLEDGES ITS SUPPORT TO THE
GOVERNMENT IN EVENT OF ANY DIFFICULTIES
Emergency Shippers Bill is Hriedy Passed by the House
Washington and President Wilson Calls Confer
ence with Senators for Tonight.
By Associated Press.l

LONDON Aug. Sir Edward Grey in second
statement in the House of Commons late today after
ference of ministers in regard to the German ultmatm
to Belgium said:
The British government is taking into grave consid-
GRAFTON the information received and will make fur
ther comment
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(By Associated Press.)

WASHINGTON, Aug 3.-The emergency bill to
waive restrictions American registry for foreign built
anc trade passed today in the House and taken at
once to the Senate.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(BY ASSOCIATED pREss.l

QUEBEC Aug 3The port of Quebec taken in charge
by the military authorities and inspecting vessel stationed
the island of Orleans the northern channel closed and is be-
eved to have been mined All lights have been removed The
regulations forbid all persons approaching DOCKS
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

ROME, Aug. 3.-Italy today formal
ly proclaimed her neutrality in the
European conflict.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
PRESIDENT
Asks for Special Appropriation
for Relief of Distressed
Americans Abroad.
tsr Assee,ArIp rarss,

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.-President
Wilson Monday sent special message
to Congress asking immediate appro-
priation Of $250,000 for relief of dis
tressed Americans abroad.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

LONDON, Aug. 3.-It was officially
stated here today that the British
army would mobilize tomorrow.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

modified and the mobilization British army was taking
government to send an expedition abroad.
He continued THE French feet is the Mediterranean
the northern coast Of France is denseess If foreign fleet
gagged with France should down battle against
That defenseless coast we could not stand aside
I'VE felt strongly that France entitled know at once
whether in the defense of attack unprotected she
could rely support.
gave the engagement to the French ambassador last night
that the German fleet the English channel into the
North to attack the French British fleet will give all
the protection in its power.
not declaration of war
understand that the German would prepared
we could pledge orsef to neutrality agree fleet would
not attack the northern coast of France.
That is far too engagement"
The House broke out into cheers at this remark
Sir Edward Grey then rected the history of Belgium netra
ty saying:
were sounded last week whether Belgium neu
were restored after the would pacy and we
pied mat we could barter interests mobilization
announcer burst OF cheering greeted this declaration Sir Ed
ward Grey then read telegram the king Belgium King
George making supreme appeal for diplomatic Intervention to
safeguard the independence of Belgium
While cheering from all parts of the House greeted John b.
REDMOND the Nationalist leader when he the
soldier In Ireland must be withdrawn tomorrow and the
ne Catholics OF the south the Protestants of Ulster
Andrew Law leader of the opposition warmly supported the
and referred amid cheers the mort
received from the British dominion. ~ 20
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(By Associated Press

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.-President Wilson has
asked Senators Gallagher, Smott and Brandegee to meet
him at the White House tonight to urge that Senate Re-
pubcans join in supporting measures for the relief of the
situation in the United States during the European war
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
ACCEPTED
BY Railways is Arbitration Of
Threatened Great Strike
Throughout West.
tsx ASSOCIATE pnRss,

WASHINGTON, Aug. s.-danagers
OF the western railroads have accept
ed arbitration OF the wage dispute
with the enginemen and firemen.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
cay Assoelsrrp PRESS,

ANTWERP, Aug. 8.-Martial law
was proclaimed here today and all
business was at once suspended.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS J

WASHINGTON Aug. 3-New York merchants interested in
the millions of gold bouon the liner Konpnzesn Cece told
the state department today they had reports the ships arrival at
German port.
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(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS. \

NEW YORK, Aug 3.-The North German LLOYD liner Kron
ordered to proceed tonight to Bremen from
have been allowed of the fastest of trans
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(BY ASSOCIATED PREss.l

ROME Aug. 3The head of the Italian general staff con-
ferred this with the leading Italian army
as to the Italian plan of campaign should Italy be into the
European war.
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tsy ASSOCIATE rEIss,

BERLIN, Aug. 3.-The Russian am
bassador was handed his passports
this morning.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
(BY ASSOCIATED PREss.)

PARIS The invasion of French territory by German
troops is regarded in official making war between the
countries start automatically without formal declaration
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(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS. J

LUNDON Aug 3The German embassy tonight was guard
ed by police The members of the staff had packed their effects
and were ready to leave short notice
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03

BRUSSELS, Aug. s.-All wire com.
munications between Germany and
Belgium were cut today.
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(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS. J

LONDON Aug ga despatchsfrom the wireless station on
the Schy island the Cece passed
there at $50 today. ~
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(BY ASSOCIATED PRESS. J

MELBUURNE, Australia, Aug 3-The government and the
commonwealth of Australia today furnish force of
10000 men to go destination desired by imperial govern
ment " o. ~
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tContinued on page t,ve.l
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1914-08-03
The WEATHER

Fair tonight and Tuesday.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1914-06-05

the eonteation over the construction
% the treaty. Senator Root. tn his
very able exposition % the position O.
the United states. expressed hirnsoif
a. unalterably opposed 70 arbitra-
ton, that The question should BE- left
20 the conscience % the Nation. and
not have conscience furnished the
Nation % alien manufacture. We are
nov leaving the settlement ottss Mex
lean problem 20 the mediation OF for
eiEn pienipotentiaries. and II We should
follow this up with the submission OF
The tolls question 20 arbitration. g
would begin 20 look a. II We did not
have the ability 10 decide FOR our.
selves.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1914-06-05
ARBITRATION PROPOSED.

The resolution reported from the
Senate foreign relations committee.
proposing To submit the Panama Ca
nal tolls question to arbitration. is not
a new proposition. but it is quite Ger
tain that President Wilson will not
agree to such disposition OF the mat
ter. at least not until the repeal bill
has been passed. The resolution PRO
poses that the President be requested
to open diplomatic negotiations with
Great Britain with view to making
a special agreement for an impartial
international tribunal for arbitration.
and for the submission 10 IL Of the diff
icreuccs between the two countries
such a course has been advocated by
speakers on both sides Of the tolls
question. When President Taft signed
the exemption act he qualified his ap.
proval Of the measure by suggesting
that tho question Of the rights Of tho
United States under the Hay Paunce.
fote treaty would be- more definitely
settled by the submission OF the mat.
ter TO arbitration.
II Is probably a question whether
this is the proper manner TO settle
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1914-06-05
FINES PAID
Balance Due for Fines % Men Found
Guilty IN Fulton Turf Exchange
Case Are Paid.

Through their attorney. + 70 Hand.
Ian. the men found guilty Of opcratine
The Fulton Turf Exchange. several
months ago. paid the balance due on
me fines assessed Calvin Miller
George Scamon. Charles Paddpn and
Roy stewart were fined by the court
40 the time. and p balance Of approvi.
matoly $50 remained unpaid They
were notified through the prosecuting
attorney few DAYS ago TO settle. and
The balance was paid
Attorney Iandlan made q motion bon
court 10 have q relaxation iu Miller
case. claiming that ~ was not In ac.
cordanco with tho findings but was
Ov'rrulcd by the court due 10 Tho
length NJ time intervening
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1914-06-05

passed over the city during the after.
noon. Sever since the old days o;
Democratic domination have such eK
citing scenes been witnessed az ths
polls. where nominations were belns
decided upon. A tremendous vote was
poued. attracted b. the fact that for
all the county ohces there vas but
one contest. that % clerk Of the CIR.
cult Court The Wild enthusiasm that
prevailed has inspired the Democracy
with fresh confidence % victory IN No.
vombsr an 81 which will be more fully
Epread before the readers % the Mar.
ket street organ this morning
II Is dimcult 20 see how the mem.
beers Of the party could be less respon.
siye than they were. when the prelirn
inaries had been arranged with such
careful thought and consideration for
fairness. u was this open field situa
ton that undoubtedly accounts for
the consuming interest manifested
The demonstration was conducted un
der the auspices Of the J. O. or.
ganization. promoters OF political am
billions and suppressors Of the unafu
ated, and which has operated success
fully on former occasions. The skin
Of the organization was brought into
play by Withholding the announce
ments Of the clerks and judges. and
suppressing the desires OF many who
had intimatod their intention OF 20
ing on the ticket. and other manipula
tons characteristic OF the scrutiny ex
ercised by IT, There was great rejoic
ing last evening among the faithful
on the successful working out OF all
plans
The truth Of the matter Is. 10 the Re
publican county committee had con
Quoted a primary in the manner OF the
one yesterday. II would have been &C
cused OF ring tactics. boss rule. and
the suppression OF political freedom
But anything done in the name OF
the J. J. o. ring T. perfectly regular
and proper within the conceptions OF
fair play OF the ruling faction OF the
local Democracy. There are some
Democrats. however. who are not in
such happy accord