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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
5
The report notes Japan’s bamboo stock shrinking as graves are found decaying due to a disease. It also mentions Guatemala facing a virulent picture postal card fever at present, signaling unusual health or cultural trends.
Large-classified ad page lists items and wants including refined lady for position at $20 weekly, a $250 piano offered cheap, houses for rent, farm or business buyers wanted, and stock of Gent's Furnishings and Shoes for sale. Also buggies and saddlery stock from J Lester Bush. 329-tod
The culture and taste of a mistress are shown by furnishings, decorations, and arrangements. The house-furnishing department boasts a new stock of quality items with ample room devoted to this department. A floor of 20 by 70 is dedicated to furnishings and a range of carpet styles is offered to match stair and hall decor.
A catalog style note lists DRUGGETS Druggsts or room-sie Rugs in sizes S by 10 6, 9 by 11, 9 by 12. In grain, Union all wool, Pro Brussels, Tapestry, Axminster and velvet. Also a large line of small rugs, hall runners, door mats, etc.
A compact ad note lists various matting products including China matting, Japanese matting, cocoa mats, and linoleum. It mentions floor oil cloth with brass binding for linoleum and oil cloth, indicating a supplier catalog or price sheet style listing.
Nottingham lace curtains and ruffled drapery pieces are showcased with door panels sash curtains tapestry portieres curtain poles and fixtures tapestry table covers linen table covers and matching bedding and pillow items suitable for living rooms and bedrooms.
Washington April 16 Hearing on the Hepburn bill was resumed before a subcommittee of the House judiciary committee. Opposition to the measure as drafted by the National Civic Federation and introduced by Hepburn of Iowa has developed among labor leaders including Samuel Gompers who say organized labor prefers the Sherman act as applied by the Supreme Court in the Danbury Hatters case to the Hepburn proposal.
Chattanooga hosts the first skirmish in the governorship campaign as Governor Patterson seeks reelection faces former US Senator Carmack in a joint debate. The feud is bitter statewide with 43 more events planned and a final debate set for June 11 at Brownsville before the June primary.
Packard Shoes announces a new line to its select stock of Gent's Furnishing Goods increasing inventory for men. The store highlights expanded offerings aimed at boosting customer choices and appealing to gentlemen shoppers.
Look in the window at Packard Shoes to glimpse the latest shapes and colors. The men’s lines emphasize style, fit, and finish with prices at 3.50, 4, and 5 dollars, claimed unbeatable.
Very solemn services were held at St Augustine's Catholic church on Holy Thursday with Solemn high mass by Rev Father McElligott assisted by Rev Father McDermott and Father Dwyer. A processional ceremony and singing accompanied the Blessed Sacrament and the church bell and organ were silenced after Gloria until Easter. Tonight the clergy sing Lamentations and Rev Father McDermott will deliver a sermon on Easters at Hess's Cakes.
W A Ennis, a Syracuse builder, touts Mi-o-na Stomach Tablets as a quick cure for indigestion and weak digestion. He claims the remedy helped him regain work ability in a week, offering a 50 cent box from Grafton Drug & Chemical Co with a refund guarantee. Also advertises wall paper and cleaning products with pricing.
The undersigned offers hauling and teaming with a strong pair of horses recently purchased for the purpose. Coal delivered promptly. Contact J. M. Hamilton for details. For rent: four rooms and bath on second floor at No 30 West Washington Street. Apply above number.
From Tunnelton comes a report that B F Renshaw is wanted on a charge of embezzling 105 dollars from a secret order. He has disappeared from his home, with sightings elsewhere in the area, and remains at large. The case surprised many friends amid mentions of Easter treats at Hesa's Bakery on Main Street.
Major league action lagged by rain with only the Pittsburgh Pirates and St Louis Cardinals playing. Pirates won 3 1 behind Camnus pitching and Gibson catching, while Lush and Hostetter formed the other battery. Umpire Rigler presided as fans watched the long drought end in Grafton area excitement.
City Collector announces move to Armstrong offices opposite First National Bank. Orders shut off water for nonpayment by April 15 1908. Signed H. J. Pracht City Collector. Also includes ads for picture moulding and a shoe shine parlor at 109 West Main Street.
Thomas Nuzum, agent, advertises fresh spring fertilizer for sale at the right price. Located at the old B. and O. Freight Depot Foot of St. John Street. Listing appears as a brief local sale notice with contact and location details.
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