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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1905
Page
4
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The article outlines intensifying debate on railroad rates and government ownership. It contrasts Democratic and Republican positions, notes Roosevelt's regulatory stance, and criticizes party leaders for alleged misrepresentation and ties to railroads. It also mentions public sentiment shifts and a peaceful May Day in Clarkshire.
Fragmentary text depicts Clarkebure as the worst city in the state with references to patronage and design motives. It mentions long-residing residents, unnamed individuals, and perceived character traits amid local tensions.
Two individuals appeared in police court this morning facing disorderly conduct and alcohol related charges. They were granted freedom of the streets and assessed a fine of three dollars plus costs. The report notes a somber mood and mentions alcohol as a factor in their troubles, with little sign of a lasting solution.
The football game between the Tigers and West Virginia University Sophomores, scheduled for Thursday afternoon, was canceled at the last minute by West Virginia University. Local fans faced disappointment as hopes were dashed and the Varsity line at Marietta drew scrutiny amid the abrupt postponement.
Prof Raymond Crow led a large crowd at Elkbridge hall Glen Elk for a Thanksgiving eve dance. Crow aims to make these dances a featured winter social event. Also promoted is Dr Gunn's Blond and Nerve Tonic claiming to aid nervous symptoms and blood nourishment with daily tablet use. Sold by Stone & Mercer.
Oil district reports from Ten Mile to Yellow Creek show multiple firms completing tests and drilling new wells. Nathan Go markets No 42 on his own firm in Ten Mile district, South Penn Dil Co drills on B B Jones farm, Lowther-BKanffman drills on M Slarcher, Mallory Broa Stanart test on Tt FL Rodgers, and Carine Oil Co tests on William and Charles Bee farm. Bee’s Taxative Honey and Tar advertised as cough remedy, sold by Stone and Mercer.
A funeral will be held Thursday in Fairmont for Mrs Gargenter who died recently. The deceased was the wife of P Gargenter and resided in that city. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the service and pay respects.
A sale authorized by a deed of trust from J. I. Lowther and wife to Harvey W. Harmer to secure a note with the Epreles Loan & Building Association will occur December 16, 1905, at one o'clock, at the front door of the Harrison County Court House. Two Weston road lots Nos. 5 and 6 in the Haymond addition, conveyed by Susan Haymond in 1902, are offered with vendor's lien retained and prior trust. Terms: one third cash, one third in one year, one third in two years with notes bearing interest. vendor's lien remains as security.
Sturm and Wilson advertise a money back guarantee for Hyomei outfits if customers do not cure catarrh. The package includes inhaler, medicine dropper, bottle of Hyomei, and extra bottles at 50 cents. The outfit costs $1.00 and is pitched as economical with lifetime inhaler use. They request prominent publication to settle doubts.
The Waldo barber shop advertises an expert Indianapolis manicurist who will be available at the shop and at the hotel balcony to serve ladies with careful care. The shop boasts four chair barbers, water therapies, electric massage, porter and boot services, and offers in residence shampooing by barber callists.
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