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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
5
The Blumberg Store proclaims underselling by offering many items at significantly reduced prices compared with other retailers. Mens pants, ladies blouses, and tailored suits are advertised at low rates, with examples from $0.48 to $8.45, and rugs and hats also discounted, promising substantial savings across fashion, home goods, and fabrics.
Men gift straw hats and new English hats at 2.50, Ladies oxford shoes velvet and satin pumps, Childrens white shoes 98 cents, King Quality oxfords 4 to 4.50, Ladies under skirts 39 cents, Corset covers lace trim 39 cents, Boys worsted knickerbockers 39 cents, Ladies stylish skirts 1.98, Childrens straw hats 98 cents with ribbons, many more values.
Special Commissioner in Chancery C E Wyckoff sets July 19 1913 at Taylor County Bank Building Grafton WV to execute an order of reference in the John T Cather estate. The proceeding seeks details on personal and real property at death debts owed and disposition of estate by administrator C A Hefner and related matters. If not completed, hearing may continue until finished.
Flemington breathes with illness sorrow as Percy Cross dies of diphtheria and Mrs Cross and another child fall ill. Julianne from Morgantown visits relatives before returning home with Vera. Local residents and visitors, including Mr. Luther Yates of Los Angeles, are mentioned along with school events and burials at Simpson cemetery.
An advertisement lists multiple farms in Virginia with deals near Winchester. Properties include 360 acres on a macadam road with an orchard and store access, 225 acres dairy ready, 150 acres with a large brick dwelling and a general store, plus terms with cash down and favorable financing. Contact W. T. Birmingham, Winchester, Va. jun 26-3m.
William B. Wilson, secretary of labor, urged a universal eight-hour railroad workday at memorial services of prominent unions. He argued 16 hours as a maximum is uneconomic and dangerous and predicted a future where work is shortened and workers can spend off hours at home. The article also notes conventions in Terra Alta, YMCA plans, and various educational and civic efforts across states.
The State Young Men's Christian Association will open its convention Thursday afternoon at Terra Alta and continue in session Friday Saturday and Sunday. Nearly every attendee is expected to participate in planned sessions and activities.
Mrs Waller Vincent of Pleasant Hill North Carolina recounts three summers of severe nerves and prostration with back and side pains and faint spells. She credits Cardui, a vegetable tonic, with restoring strength, appetite and rosy cheeks after three bottles, saying she felt like a new person.
Report from New York says President Roosevelt will travel extensively abroad for two years, avoiding the United States during the tour. The line hints at a grand voyage and a lengthy absence, likening it to a notable prior departure from Elba and implying a bold international itinerary.
Grafton resident Mrs. H. M. Weekley reports relief from back pain dizziness and irregular kidney secretions after using Dean's Kidney Pills. She credits the medicine with regulating kidney action ending discomfort and restoring rest. Sold by all dealers price 50 cents Fonter Milburn Co New York sole agents for States. Remember the name Dean's and take no other.
A brief ad notes the D D D Prescription Besema as a mild wash to ease skin itch with a guarantee. It asserts other remedies exist but none match the DD claim, offering a standard regular size at $1 and a one cent trial cost. Union Drug Company and Red Cross Pharmacy promote the product.
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