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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1916
Page
9
A fragment from a late 19th or early 20th century column blends sports musings with humorous asides. It laments declining baseball and football, notes the poker season, jokes about pest control funds, and quotes an antiquated boxing encyclopedia piece praising ring discipline and courage.
West Virginia defeated Wesleyan 54 to 6 in a state championship game marked by strong WVU runs and a 50 yard kickoff return. Rodgers, Hite, and Fisher starred for WVU as Wesleyan struggled to score and a bleacher collapse caused minor injuries.
A historical ad urges using TONSILINE at first sign of sore throat to prevent diphtheria. It claims the product contacts diseased surfaces and strengthens throat membranes, suggesting quick access at home with prices of 25c, 50c, and $1.00.
West Virginia extends lead over Wesleyan to 26 7 by mid third period as Rodgers drives, Chenoweth advances on returns and punting by King pins Wesleyan. Incidents include fumbles by Calac and Beele, and incomplete passes during the drive.
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