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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1901
Page
7
Our display showcases the best of new styles with ample room thanks to a new second story building. Large purchases enable rock bottom prices and the greatest collection of bargains under one roof. Mail orders are welcome with payment to insure prompt attention.
A detailed display showcases new spring womenswear including tailored ve net Venetian jackets, seven gore skirts, and double breasted bolts in colors black brown royal blue and tan. Also featured are grey homespun Eton jackets, royal blue and oxford greys, venetian blouses, and multiple grey and blue skirts with soutache braid trims and luxurious linings. Prices range from 5 to 25 dollars.
Newcomers in dress goods showcase fresh items added to the honor roll with proven values. French Albatross all wool double width in light blue pink old rose 50c poplin 38 inches wide 50c satin cloth all wool 45 inches wide spring tints red castor grey old rose black 98c fine imported venetian 52 inches wide brown red castor black $1.98
The advertisement notes continued sale of muslin underwear and daily arrivals of new carpets. Granite ingrain carpets priced at 25e, half wool ingrain at 35c, all wool ingrain at 48c, heavy all wool ingrain at 59c, and Lowell's best at 65c. Brussels wire tapestry and Smith best 10 wire tapestry are listed with Brussels 69c. New velvets and Axminster s arriving daily.
Blueville notes show pay checks issued at the shops on Tuesday. M J Tucker takes a vacation. engine work, overhauls, and new tires appear in shop activity. Resignations, transfers, illnesses, and barge tows are listed among railroad crews and yard staff. a new fire department is formed with M A Pilson as captain. A lodge mourning resolution for Bruce I Kinney is recorded. Wreckmaster changes and personnel moves include W T Robinson, W C Prince, and others amid routine rail yard updates.
For sale an up-to-date stock of boots shoes rubbers leather and findings. One of the best in the state. Building or room for rent. Recently remodeled with first class shelving and fixtures. A good business is established at a prime location. For particulars call or address H C Corxniper 46 3 Grafton WV.
Minutes of Friendship Lodge No 8 K of P Grafton W Va dated March 14 1901 record the death of Bruce F Kinney telegrapher in the Western Union Telegraph Company Grafton office on March 2 1901. The lodge adopts mourning for 30 days and authorizes wearing of the uniform badge while commending sympathy to the family and arranging publication in local papers and the Pythian Banner.
An advertisement extols Scott's emulsion of cod liver oil as a source to restore red in the blood, increase life and strength, and build muscle, bone, and nerve. It frames the product as turning ordinary food into vitality and commands readers to seek health by avoiding continual invalid status.
A weather prone region note advises keeping Boschee's German Syrup at home to ward off illness. It claims three or four doses prevent serious sickness and high medical costs. The ad cites the Grafton Drug & Chemical Co and mentions sample bottles and almanac offers.
Allaruggists authorized by manufacturers to refund money if it fails to cure piles in any case. One application gives instant relief from itching and discomfort. Price 25 cents per box. Bor sale by Grafton Drug & Chemical Co.
The following accounts are before the commissioners for settlement: John A. McCabe administrator of Theresa Gulles Jager deceased Anna Thompson administrator of Robert Thompson deceased James W Lambert executor of Joseph Gambert deceased, administrator of Anna Lambert deceased HB Winter executor of Geo Wade deceased James W Belvey administrator of H M Boyers deceased. Guardian appointments include J R Rank Wilson commissioner of accounts.
Auction to begin Saturday April 13 1901 at unspecified hour for property once owned by Samuel West later divided with Thos N West and Barak Ko Jeers Ebereth. Real estate includes nine acres along Bagon's Run near Baltimore and Ohio Railroad trestle and Webber Creek area. Deed records indicate deferred payments with the seller retaining legal title until full purchase price is paid.
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