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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1913
Page
5
A garbled text discusses Parsons Soulers and Parsonsssoulerk in Clarksburg about rugs and carpets. It mentions locals considering ownership and quality, praising PS Co Rugs as artistic and durable options. The piece blends quotes and unclear phrasing on home goods and choice guidance.
An advertisement pitches high class spring and summer carpets and rugs. It promises woolen, dyed, and colorfast Axminster Riaston designs at low prices. The copy emphasizes durability and luxurious look for discerning shoppers in need of floor coverings.
The store highlights over 200 rug patterns including Smaller rugs to match and asserts the lowest prices for room and hall sizes. Prices range from 10 to 55 dollars for various 9x12 foot rugs, including tapestry, Wilton velvet, Belly Brussels, and Royal Wilton options.
Social news recounts a birthday gathering at West Pike Street in honor of Miss Helen McGraw's fifteenth birthday. Guests, pink and white decor, a music program and games precede a dainty luncheon at 10 pm. Numerous young ladies attended, with names listed, and the event is described as an enjoyable celebration.
Reports to Governor Colquitt describe Mexican raiders along the Big Bend causing cattle theft and horse theft. Posited Mexican bands operating in Texas border areas prompted calls for stern action to curb depredations and protect ranches and homesteads.
A warped page lists students leaving for Wheaton College and Goucher College, with names such as Louise Davis Marie Salt Virginia Davis and Margaret Ralinagh. It notes church society meetings at Firat Baptist and St Pauls Church with dates and times, urging member attendance.
The article lists numerous donations from individuals and businesses including Carr Avenue, Clarkaburg Light and Heat Co, Smoot Lumber Co, Bay Highland & Denham, and Philip W. Steptor among others. Amounts range from a few dollars to several tens, reflecting broad local support for flood relief.
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