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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1916
Page
3
The regular monthly business and social meeting of the Drarresstte Olu, Clonnierhy known as the Pusi ness Girls' Glib, will be held Tuesday in the Women’s Christian Association rooms at Teath to. The committee has arranged an interesting program and invites guests.
A report described by Associated Press quotes a Belgian or Belgian allied channel about German exploitation. It claims 500000 workers have been reduced to idleness due to German seizures and forced labor practices amid wartime conditions.
The article notes Red Cross activity in America with Macy Goran and Nell Maning in wartime relief efforts. It also cites German raids on Belgium, claiming one billion francs in money and provisions diverted, with Belgians pressured to accept service or deportation. Harrisburg Central Tron and Steel Co raises wages ten percent for 1,200 workers effective December 16.
A vintage ad touts Pinex cough syrup concentrate sold with instructions to dilute in a pint bottle of sugar syrup to yield a full pint of remedy. It promises rapid throat relief for bronchitis spasmodic croup and asthma with a money back guarantee and calls for 214 ounces of Pinex per bottle.
A crowded gathering saluted re elected West Virginia officials in the Senate and House. Senators Slaton and Golf received warm welcomes while Woodward Moss and Woodsard were praised by colleagues. High notes of congratulations were extended to reelected members as the delegation marked a gala day despite past defeats.
Representative Fitzgerald of New York introduced four bills to curb high living costs. One would regulate cold storage food transport and another farm product and manufactured foodstuffs imports. A further measure would suspend exporting food when prices rise and aid shipment to Americans abroad or those afflicted by war or disaster.
Senator Penrose announced plans to introduce an amendment to the Owen bill for federal supervision of national elections. The move aims to address electoral conduct in southern states where Republicans say supervision would curb Democrat advantages through new growth votes.
In the recent election the Socialist vote collapsed in southeastern Missouri where Socialists had been strong. Debs received 28,566 votes for president while Benson drew 14,612, reflecting a widening Democratic lead in those counties.
Confusing clippings report a verdict review in Harrisburg over refusal to furnish cars for shipping, a Pennsylvanian rail firm damages claim at $21,094, and Archangel harbor bombings blamed on bombs in Bush Terminal cargoes. Also noted: ice cream butterfat standards upheld, and a county rally urged in Bridgeport with plans for Clarksburg next year.
A dismissal order was entered Monday in the criminal court in the case against Vince Grin. William Anderson confessed to playing candes for money and was fined costs. Sam Galoss faced trial on liquor selling charges. The House of Commons saw Prime Minister Asquith announce approval of government reconstruction and adjournment until Thursday.
A period advertisement claims a constitutional approach to catarrh with Par mint double strength diluted in hot water and sugar. It asserts sprays and inhalers are ineffective and promises quick relief from head noises and nasal congestion. The remedy is described as inexpensive and easy to prepare at home.
Advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as excellent for constipation. It claims they are pleasant to take and mild in effect and notes they are obtainable everywhere.
In a London Creek consular report Greek ministers and consuls state they cannot further identify themselves. They align with the policy of King Constantine. The note references a stance on Greek matters and the situation in London and Manchester.
The Interstate Commerce Commission orders parttime railways to offer lower continental freight rates to San Francisco Oakland Portland Seattle and other western points while excluding Sacramento Stockton and Santa Clara. An advertisement touts Champlain's Chamberlain's Tablets as relief for nervousness caused by constipation and notes they aid digestion.
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