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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1907
Page
8
The text advertises The Sun newspaper and its market reports plus its Sunday edition and pricing. It also promotes Baby Tosy and a laxative product Dean's Regulars with claims of gentle bowel action and constipation relief. The tone mirrors late 19th or early 20th century catalog-style promotional copy.
West Virginia gains on river and harbor committee seats as Congressman Woodyard secures a crucial post on rivers and harbors with Gaines moving to ways and means. Hubbard Hughes Chambers of commerce backed Woodyard amid strong delegate support and local business backing. Woodyard vows to fight to win renomination and maintain his congressional influence amid a tense, spirited battle.
An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar in a yellow package as safe for coughs colds and lung troubles noting it contains no opiates. It also promotes Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup claiming a gentle bowel action to expel the cold.
A health journal cites a home brew of Fluid Extract of Dandelion, Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla, and Compound Kargon to cleanse blood and relieve sores and rheumatic pains. It claims kidneys filter waste, and touts Dr. Shoop's Restorative as a tested alternative with free samples from Racine Wisconsin.
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills offer rapid relief for kidney and bladder troubles with a week’s treatment at 25¢, sold by all druggists. Dr Shoop's Cough Cure, a harmless resinous plant extract, calms coughs and heals bronchial membranes without opium or harsh chemicals. Manufacturers and dealers promote claims of health restoration and Xmas goods arrivals.
The Merchants National Bank of West Virginia at Clarksburg will hold its annual meeting of shareholders to elect directors for the ensuing year. The session is set for 10 o clock A M January 14 1907 in the banking hall at corner Main and Third Streets. W H Lewis cashier.
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