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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1914
Page
19
An Associated Press bulletin from Vera Cruz notes only three of the American wounded are in critical condition. The injured include fireman H Pulllan ordinary seaman E G Wright and private J G Peppies.
A meeting of oil operators adopted a resolution urging Congress to investigate recent price reductions from $2.50 to $2.20 per barrel for Pennsylvania West Virginia oil. Independent operators fear restraint of trade and plan a permanent organization and April 29 meeting to form, discuss an independent refinery, and protect local producers.
We exercised utmost skill in selecting spring clothing and fabrics to please customers. We bought only from nationally reputable manufacturers composed of energetic, dedicated artisans who pour heart into their work to ensure satisfaction with every garment bearing our label.
Parkersburg April 24 mystery surrounds the finding of Paul Schlegal aged 18 in the Ohio river late yesterday afternoon. He left home that morning to look for work. The drowning occurred the same day and the body was floating on top of the water. Seven offenders, all charged with drunkenness, appeared before Mayor Will H. Cole. Two paid fines, the other five were released with warnings.
An advertisement touts Rheuma as a remedy for rheumatic conditions by cleansing kidneys bowels and skin to prevent uric acid deposits in muscles and joints. It includes a testimonial from P W Miller of Catawissa Pa and notes Wells and Haymaker Co will refund money if the product fails, priced at 50 cents.
WSndras in India operates an electric street railway with 14 miles of track and a workforce of 700 people.
Washington April 24 General Scott, assistant chief of staff, said he delivered Dr. C Husk of El Paso's message from Villa praising you and saying there is no need for anxiety. Scott has long known Villa after facing across the Rio Grande. Texas National Guard ordered to the border Brownsville mobilization underway with governor Colquitt poised to act.
An ad touts ethine double strength from J. H. Farrell to remove freckles. Apply nightly and morning, claiming most freckles fade or disappear, with a money back guarantee if not effective. Typically one ounce suffices to achieve a clear skin tone.
A federal court jury in Bilkins returned a verdict for Agnes Henson of New York against Walter Posten of Bilkins, awarding $7,000 for breach of promise. The usual notice of appeal was filed.
MarriAge licenses have been issued to Waldo H. Wilcox and Geneva L Holcomb and Henry B. McDonald and Ada Wing.
Hyomel promises instant relief for catarrh head colds and hoarseness by breathing medicated air. The ad touts quick effective relief without stomach upset and urges readers to buy a $1.00 Hyomel outfit from Wells & Haymaker Co with money back if not benefited.
Smithfield April 741 The clerk of the Smithfield Camp of the Modern Woodmen reports the death of HE. A. Ley on April 6 The former resident lived in Oklahoma the last four years He leaves a wife and four children Also notes Edgel returns home from Piney after two years with Bell Telephone Clyde Fischer visits Proctor resident Jessie Monroe returns home from Proctor Robert Mason of Wainment is it ee
Washington April 24 conference on child welfare featured Prof E A Hirkpatrick from Fitchburg Mass urging that every child receive a small allowance from age five to spend as they wish. The report also notes railroads will collect about 10 million dollars this year due to parcel post and New Jersey factories employ over 323000 workers.
An old advertisement touts Hot Springs Liver Pills as a gentle remedy for chronic constipation nervousness and digestion. It claims quick relief with no bad after effects and mentions availability with a free sample offer and a large office building project in New York.
Fragmentary discussion praises Podophyllin as a digestive aid from ancestral times. It claims bile cleansing from the liver, urges early dosing at first signs of illness, and promotes PoDoLat as a gentle purging agent rather than a harsh laxative, urging readers to buy promptly.
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