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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1908
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR shows a building directory with multiple firms and suites listed by floor such as Civil Engineer D D Britt on third floor and Went Virginia Fire Underwriters Temperation Room 648. Other entries include West Virginia Casualty and Ol Well Contractors on sixth floor and various rooms with company names like Quarkaburg Fuel Co and Wilson & Onrtat.
Governor announces two constitutional amendments to be voted on at the next November election. First Amendment would alter qualification rules for state officials. Second Amendment concerns county commissioners' term lengths and election rules. Also notices for depositions in a court case and related legal actions appear.
In Harrison County West Virginia on August 3 1908 a chancery order and notice to take depositions were entered in the case of W Francis vs Isabel J Francia El Chad Seem In Chancery the decree seeks a divorce from the bonds of matrimony and directs Isabel J Francia a nonresident to appear within one month The notice also commands deposition in the matter to be taken September 1908 at the Union of W G Sutton in Clarksburg WV and assigns hours The writs are issued by Clerk W Williams and counsel Thos W Francis and F C Sutton The document is dated August 3 1908 in Harrison County WV
Pain relief promise claims by Dr Shoop of Wisconsin for headaches backaches and pains. Invites free trial to prove value with a 48 on the package and mentions availability from all dealers.
Farmers mechanics pallroaders and laborers rely on Dr Thomas' Electric Dr. Takes the pain from burns bruises and swellings instantly. Pain cannot stay where it is used. This ad promotes the remedy as fast acting and effective for common injuries.
An 19th century style health advertisement touts Dr. Pleman remedies for women, claiming to treat ailments from fatigue to pregnancy readiness. It promises quick nerve and stomach restoration, improved vigor, and urges mothers to consult the physician at no charge. It extols Dr Shoop’s Tea restorative as a universal cure sold by all druggists.
Generally debilitated for years with headaches and run-down condition, Mrs. Chas Fretoy of Moosup Conn reports Burdock Blood Bitters made her a well woman. The testimonial notes improved energy and vitality after use.
Weary women urged to read Hook No 4 for Women about Dr Blioon s Gaze and remedies. The ad promotes Dr Shon Radge s health coffee substitute claimed to aid digestion and natural movement. Includes price 25 cents and brewing times 20 to 60 minutes.
A private sale offers a variety of paintings and rugs at 251 South Chestnut Street. The event runs August 2 from 9 to 11 am and 1 to ? at Nusbaum. The notice is partial and includes listed items and times.
Chief statistician W Parker of the United States Geological Survey reports West Virginia and Alabama coke output trends. Alabama shows near 1,000,000 tons in 1907, potentially reclaiming a leading position. West Virginia coke output in 1907 totals 4,112,896 short tons, valued at 9,747,120 dollars, with substantial increases over 1905.
OHINNGTON ITEMS SHINNSTON Aug 3. Henry and aon of Fulmont spend days with Irionda in town. Miss Exider Riddle of Sree Patathy visits her uncle Mr Fohr Rice this week. Minox Willa and Pearle Lowe guest Alin Blanche Laws of Sullivan HI at Mary Lucas Clarke home. Mrs Alpheus Minor of Fort Mes Fla visiting relatives. John Lowe of Bridgeport guest of Harvey Ferguson over Sunday. J A Selby preached farewell sermon at AMethodint Pretext church. will leave for home in Ghia this week. W J Harmer attended Cor. [per ttono tying of the Oda Fuitown home at Selhine Saturday. Mr and Mrs Charles A Sport and children left for Lake Park to spend Aug. Naomi Jollinson of Cherkabure visited in town Saturday evening. When the stomach heart or kids, nerves get weak, these organs fail. Don’t drug stomach nor stimulate heart or kidneys. Gut Restorative known to many as Dr Shoop’s Restorative prepared for weak nerves. Sold by all General.
State news reports a Doddridge county convention naming James Chapman of West Union to the legislature. Other items note parkersburg confectionery incorporation, West Virginians abroad reunion near Mount Summit, a sheriff dispute in Monongalia, and a Huntington car works employee stabbing an adolescent with a screwdriver.
The passage presents William J. Bryan’s appeal for democratic reform, urging equal opportunity, curbing corporate power, and a campaign of education and patriotism. It emphasizes protecting honest labor and capital, opposing unlawful business, and uniting diverse trades for government by the people. A Charleston youth incident is briefly noted, with law and order actions referenced.
Fuel City Pressing Co offers cleaning pressing and repair services for ladies and gentlemen garments. Located at Bidg first door Second Street near Home Phos 187.
The note discusses funds needed to purchase items and the overall financial considerations involved in making the acquisition. It highlights budgeting, price awareness, and the importance of securing sufficient resources to complete the purchase.
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