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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1900
Page
2
The Pittsburg Times columnist lampoons a New York proposal to ban spite fences. He argues fences inflame rivalries, cut off light, and erode happiness, suggesting laws fail to cure spite and proposing training for “spite specialists” as a remedy.
Long article outlines the President's plan to keep current office holders, with changes only for deaths or resignations. Reappointment for officials with fixed terms and continuance of postmasters, district attorneys, marshals, and others through the next term are stated. The piece notes a conservative congressional outlook and references a Missouri barber shop conversation reflecting early campaign sentiments.
Washington correspondent reports Congress in session with Republicans pressing a busy legislative program. The shipping bill and other measures face opposition and possible delay. party rifts, committee battles, and military reforms under Secretary Root provoke debate as Democrats weigh expansion and currency questions.
The horticulturist at the West Virginia University Experiment Station reports ongoing investigations into orchard diseases, focusing on bitter rot and insect pests like the San Jose scale. Studies cover northern and eastern panhandles with plans for economical control and broad farmer participation. Also noted is a local storefront update at Low Brothers Jewelry Store under the Opera House, highlighting new displays and potential regional trade impact.
A distressed plea describes a malnourished baby whose cheeks hollow and eyes dim due to lack of fat. The report urges Scott’s Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as the fat the child needs to survive, warning of rapid decline without relief.
An abbreviated advertisement notes a taste test or sample offer featured by Scott and Bowne at 409 Pearl Street, with pricing 50 cents and one dollar available at druggists. The fragment emphasizes a promotional taste surprise inviting readers to inquire locally.
A Mississippi senator praises Peruna in a letter to Dr Hartman from Oxford. Chicago officials Irene Cooper and Mrs W E Grissom share their favorable reports, while Henry Ellis Texas resident and Long Island hotel proprietor HarryM Stevens extol its benefits. The ad claims Peruna cures catarrh by systemic treatment, boosts nerve centers, and offers a free health booklet from The Peruna Medicine Company of Columbus Ohio.
In Richmond two city ministers praised President McKinley during Thanksgiving services. Dr John Hannon and Rev Tin Hawthorne urged support for his policy, praising imperialism, destiny, and spreading liberty, as the community echoed calls for America’s righteous global role.
A fragmentary sermon scene describes a preacher invoking the “finger of God” to urge repentance. The evangelist warns that neglecting life’s supreme question over weather news politics or trade leaves a Christian’s duty undone as the crowd reflects on salvation and prayer.
Patent your ideas and secure steady income with West Virginia patent practice. Free leaflets on inventing for profit. Reilly Building Wheeling, W VA. Special ante of ladies jackets this week with dress goods and trimmings at the Surprise Store.
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