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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1907
Page
3
An advertisement touts Ayer's Hair Vigor with a new formula claiming to stop hair loss, promote rapid growth, and remove dandruff. It asserts the remedy treats baldness as a disease and implies hair color remains unchanged. The copy targets readers seeking a cure for falling hair and dandruff.
The little book inside each package explains the formula of our new Hair Vigor, why each ingredient is used, and how the preparation works. It promises readers will understand the method behind the hair treatment and its effectiveness.
West Virginia critics urge state action to limit gas export, oppose new pipelines and seek revenue from gas sales. Community leaders argue franchises to lay pipelines cross county roads should not be granted to benefit outside investors, urging courts to deny permits and keep gas in state for residents.
The Ninth Annual Jones reunion will be held Wednesday August 28 at Oske Grove Knottsville road near Wesley Chapel. Descendants of Jacob Jones Jr. and their spouses from many states and Canada are expected to attend, with limited public access due to capacity. Nearby attendees are advised to bring well filled buckets.
Knottsville society notes list visitors from Fairmont and Grafton, talk of Epworth League program led by Miss Beasie Shafferman, and upcoming Life of Christ lectures by J. Guy Allender. Also mentions local visitors, family visits, and the sale of a medical ointment for piles.
A vintage advert claims seven heart disease features and lists symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and swollen ankles. It touts Dr Miles New Heart Cure with testimonials like D Young and promises a free trial package and money back guarantee if the first bottle fails. The copy urges readers to diagnose cases with a “Specialist” and addresses Elkhart Indiana laboratories.
Ivan Corrothers nephew of liveryman Samuel Corrothers died this morning at the Sanitarium after a month long illness. Aged twenty, he had typhoid fever starting July 16 and recently moved from Wickwire to reside with Simmmer Carruthers since March. Burial is at Rogers cemetery, Wickwire, this afternoon at 3, with Undertaker McCabe in charge.
Mr and Mrs W T Woodyard of Grafton reported missing grips after leaving them near the ticket window at the station. They suspect the thief and will not prosecute if items are returned. otherwise a warrant will be sworn out. Renovating Donobu property to house St Augustine parochial school.
Miss Gertrude Countryman, guest of relatives in Pennsylvania and Wheeling, has returned to the city and resumed her position as stenographer for the Brydon Coal Co. She had been visiting friends and relatives for the past couple of weeks.
David Waddell, a horse dealer from Newburg, attended with several of his stock today, displaying animals for buyers and discussing prices and care.
It is generally known in political circles that Judge Saundere of the Court of Appeals of West Virginia will hand in his resignation to Governor Dawe on October first. He plans to relocate to Bluefield and resume the law, opening offices in lower counties and forming local partnerships. Politicians say this is a preliminary move toward a vigorous political campaign.
The article notes Judge Saunders likely to resign his judicial post after October 1 to pursue the Republican gubernatorial nomination, with several jurists watching his move closely as a potential signal of a broader campaign effort.
The M P church at Prontytown is completed and will be dedicated on August 18. A well built frame structure, estimated cost 2200. Dr Jennings of Pittsburg to preach and conduct the exercises. The services will last all day and the debt may be cleared. F Jones of this city was the contractor.
James Bee formerly of Grafton and now back in town after a hospital stay in Wheeling where doctors removed over two hundred gall stones in a delicate operation. Once a large man, he now weighs about 115 pounds but is on the road to recovery, according to a Parkersburg newspaper report.
A traveling man at the Sherwood reports broad public relief after William Haywood was acquitted in Boise. He notes revolting statements by Orchard, claimed accomplice, shifted sentiment in Haywood’s favor as verdicts circulated Sunday morning. Kemper Hoyt, brick mason from Fairmont, arrived with plans to build Lawson Loar residence on East Washington Street.
Morgantown West Virginia July 31 Hon J O McGrew of Kingwood visits his son W O C McGrew on High street He presents as a remarkable 84 year old man claiming membership in the Union era 1860 He endured threats and a later run in with a railroad accident leaving him with leg injuries yet recovered significantly now using a cane He is described as hale and hearty and Morgantown welcomes this notable visitor
Local Odd Fellows from West Virginia Kentucky and Ohio plan a large tri state gathering in Huntington to be held August 49. Four Huntington lodges have formed committees to arrange the event and ensure a memorable visit for visiting members.
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