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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
2
A Victorian era finance and tariff discussion runs through West Virginia notes. References to sheep values, wool imports, free ships, and Republican and Democratic positions frame a campaign mood. The piece also covers McKinley Roosevelt admiration, West Virginia political figures, and a Tokyo fire-walk report with cautious skepticism.
A curious note on the anglerfish describes its shadowy habitat and the baiting fin that protrudes toward prey, with details on its body color and a protruding lure. The piece notes the creature’s warning mechanism as it approaches prey and references various quirky observations. It also mentions the Latin term Scandidatus for a white toga worn by candidates in ancient Rome, and a light exchange about a couple's marriage rumors.
Deer Park trains announce weekly special runs to Deer Park and Mountain Lake Park with a combination car service. A sleeping car will be added on the return trip to Pittsburgh, offering comfort for visitors to the famous resort and Oaks. Bee Hive Wall Paper advertised in rich Empire tones for Hunter's Green grounds with noted design remarks by Jos N. Tregeleas.
Fragmented ad style text describes wall coverings and decorative fabrics in a Bee Hive shop. Mentions tweethi treatment, prices, and assorted white and colored shirt waists and belts. The readable fragments suggest a retail catalog tone with emphasis on new decorative products.
An advertisement promotes a corn remover product available at Wests in White Shed. It touts relief without strong side effects and highlights easy application in a regular sized container.
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