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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1912
Page
5
The Graham council faces strong opposition from east end members and residents as a proposed underground subway at the ice factory risks dying without local funding. Mayor Sexton and supporters urge approval of the railroad plan with a $1,000 town contribution, arguing the crossing improves safety and may spur a future streetcar line to Hockman.
Councilman H B Frazier announced options secured on three Graham Land Co lots adjoining the old school site. Additional options on nearby parcels were to be pursued to expand playground space and provide room for a new building. The plan may include using the old grounds if other sites fall through, with a referendum likely soon. Sunday School picnic plans were set for Miss Eva Palmer's class, with thirty four children to Falls Mills today. The Norfolk and Western moved the cinder dump from the station area and placed a dead man marker at the spur end. Hart Hall & Co moved a road crew to Graham East to begin limestone ledge work for a crusher site.
An advertisement extols Paxtine as a superior antiseptic powder. It claims the product dissolves in water for cleansing and offers greater economy, potency, and healing than previously used liquids or tablets. It targets women caregivers.
Advertises Paxtine a germicidal antiseptic for teeth breath and mouth hygiene. Claims include cleansing tartar preventing decay and purifying breath. Also suggests uses for feminine ailments nasal throat eyes and skin wounds with testimonial offer.
Muddy ground delays seven inning baseball game as Pulaski and local team finish 2 to 2 by darkness. New McCauley Music Co opens in Richmond style shop at Main and Walker. Wheat harvest in full blast with above average quality and sturdy growth. Licenses issued for marriages Charles Frampton and Gladys Bennett and Sandy Price and Lula Brooks. Local visitors include W H Rumburz from Spanishburg and R A Shumate from Oakvale.
A dialogue shows Anty Drudge advising a conductor to use Fels Naptha soap for easier washing. The character laments dirty hands from handling money and crowds while Anty promotes the soap, claiming ease and whiter garments. The ad copy ends urging readers to read the product wrapper for more details.
An advertisement touts Saxon Salve as a soothing skin remedy for eczema, itching, and crusted eruptions. It claims root-penetrating action, rapid improvement within days, and a money back guarantee if customers are not satisfied. Distributed by C. WH. Goendcoonts Drug Co at East End and Bluefield pharmacies in Bluefield West Virginia.
At All Quality Grocers Sauer's lemon and vanilla extracts are sold recognized by housekeepers and cooks as the best that money can buy. Prices are 10 cents and 25 cents.
Mrs. A McGill of Jonesboro Arkansas reports a total health breakdown followed by a dramatic recovery after using Cardul a tonic for women She describes relief from headaches backaches and emotional distress and endorses Cardul as the greatest medicine on earth Thousands of similar letters are cited to showcase the tonic’s value and availability for women’s diseases.
A note highlights using Sauer’s Pure Flavoring Extracts such as Vanilla and Lemon to flavor dishes at a sophisticated food fete. The promotion references thirteen varieties and emphasizes culinary versatility for meals and gatherings.
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