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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1908
Page
4
In West Virginia Taft gains strong support among state leaders and Republicans as Taft clubs form nationwide. War Secretary Taft’s candidacy is praised for public service since 1881 and backed by Wheeling Charleston Parkersburg Republicans as sentiment shifts toward Taft over rival plans.
The Anti Sptoon League is not a political party but opposes the Prohibition movement. The Prohibition party backs the Ribmon movement in the legislature, yet does not claim credit for its actions.
The Parkersburg Sentinel, a Democratic paper, opposes a state prohibition amendment while claiming no political stance. It endorses local option and urges fair, intelligent judgment by legislators and voters, arguing the issue is local and not a partisan battle.
Circuit Court session on Wednesday includes a quit claim action by Olandus Weat against West End Land Company, appeal petition in Meigs C Shinn v Rhinaston Construction, and a $943.75 judgment for Crugoe W. Smith against Lilla Bette Flowers et al. Wärd appointed condemnation commissioners in Fairfax Clarksburg Traction Co v Virginia Mayer. The West Virginia Mine Supply Co wins $236 judgment against Parriamer and Pinning Mill Company.
The Charleston Gazette reports that Thomas J. Miller, state superintendent of free schools, has not announced but may enter the Republican race. Miller says Republicans from across the state have urged him to run, and he would accept if the party desires. Perry G. Alford of the Reserve Gas Company was in town on business connected with his role.
The town council in Shinnston held its first meeting and elected B Smell town sergeant B T Harmer street commissioner John Martin assessor Wm J Harmer and S Robinson finance committee. Social events and church baptisms are noted, along with health advice on kidney trouble and a home remedy prescription.
A fragmented ad item describes a product line including Sweet Melody Flour and a "King's Dyspepsia Tablet after" remedy. It mentions trials, a dealer, and Sol by HL EL Burke, with mentions of Pepala and stomach relief prompts.
A business note touts steady gains over the previous year and encourages continued public service. It highlights new spring suits with pointed dip fronts, Ponyette effects, and fabrics like Panajalis and Shadow Stripe Panamas, with prices from 9c to 25 dollars, plus related fabric and home goods on sale.
Advertises women’s coats priced at 9.95, claiming best winter styles. Notes coats once selling 16.50 to 18.50 offered at reduced price amid winter sales. Promotes urgency to buy now.
Waists in white and eerie net with short sleeves and Cluny Lace offer a delicate, dressy option. Also featuring many new handsome Silk Waists to pair with tailored suits or evening skirts, priced at 4.50 and 4.98.
The article proclaims a superior white goods season decreed by Dame Fashion. White fabrics lead European fashion centers and Southern resorts, with our stock described as finest and prettiest yet shown and priced from 15c to 39c and up.
Jolly skating time brings a sale on sweaters and blouses in many colors and sizes including coats and blouses. Prices run from $3.50 to $4.98 with some pieces as low as $1.98. If you lack one, now is the time to buy.
Sale offers children's sweaters priced at 79 cents to 1.50, sizes 2 to 6 years in all colors with many fancy stripes. Items include sweaters for girls and boys, aimed at mothers shopping for kids in the sale event.
An advertisement promotes 114 all wool blankets in white black and red plaid as well as black and gray plaid options. The copy highlights low prices and consumer savings aimed at value seekers.
Local rummage sale features 50c Ladies Vests and Pants 39c Fine ribbed white garments described as the proper weight for cold weather Multiple lines include children's under wear and other pieces promoted for health and protection of the body.
Gloves for women and misses offered at 35c regular 50c value. Best 50c gloves in all wool and mercerized finishes. Available in black white and all colors.
Children’s knit leggings for winter wear fasten at the waist. Choice of regular 75¢ 85¢ and 98¢ qualities offered at 59¢.
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