History sketch of Harrison County and Clarksburg roots
J P Cottrill traces Harrison County formation from Monongalia in 1748 named for Benjamin Harrison. It notes counties formed from Harrison, early settler John Simpson, 1784 county court, Clarksburg establishment 1785, first jail and court, Northwestern turnpike 1836, B & O railroad reach 1836, andLocal reverence for patriot era, linking city and county to the Declaration of Independence.
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J.P. Cottrill
Eury Haymond
Tari County
Tarrigon County
Monongalia
Benjamin Harrison
Virginia
William Henry Harrison
Harrison County
Rundolph
Wood
Taylor
Braxton
Lewis
Jackson
Marion
Gilmer
Pocolontag
Pleasants
Ritchie
Barenhour
Doddridge
Wirt
Calhoun
Buckshinnon
Clarksburg
William Carpenter
John Myres
Willian Haymond
John McAlley
John Davison
George Hogerslark
Main Street
Presbyterian Church
J. G. Jackson
Gity Court Holds Three Way Debate On Mayoral Bid
Fragmentary OCR details a chaotic morning scene with three contenders, one intoxicated, one in dispute over undergarments, as they seek endorsements for the town mayoral race. A speaker promises a decisive name as the leading candidate, amid humorous interruptions and a constrained crowd.
Consul Cole Writes Home from South America
Consul Cole describes life in a South American city for American readers. He notes language diversity, climate, and economic conditions, detailing landholding patterns, large estancias, cattle and sheep herds, and tax structure. He criticizes local governance and suggests reforms.
Baseball Gossip Highlights Top Paid Players and spring meeting
The piece lists Clarke Kres Tajoie Keeler Collins and McGraw as the highest paid stars. It notes a Southern League spring meeting in New Orleans February 21 and 4 to set a schedule. Sullivan declines a coaching offer at Notre Dame. McKean sits out Central League. Lefty Miller draws offers. Hunter Hill and others linked to Buffalo and Cincinnati.
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Clarke
Kres
Tajoie
Keeler
Collins
McGraw
Kavanaugh
Southern League
New Orleans
Sullivan
White Sox
Notre Dame University
Ed McKean
Chief Zimmer
Tittle Rock
Lefty Miller
Buffalo
Tri- State
Hunter Hill
Cincinnati
Wheeling
George Cross
Lave
New Music Store Opens in Moore and WV Music Company
A new music store opens in Moore offering instruments and accessories. West Virginia Music Company fills a storefront and begins sales to local customers with a focus on beginner and intermediate players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Fils
Moore Fang
Bargain Seekers Find Winter Garment Discounts
Shoppers hunt for true bargains as reductions on outerwear increase. Parson-Louders reports specials drawing crowds seeking winter coats and warm apparel at reduced prices.
Women's Suits and Coats Final Clearance Offers
Large selection of women’s long fitted suits hip length coats and Etons with about 30 suits left formerly 21.50 to 32.50 now reduced to 25 29.50 32.50 plus about 50 coats marked down to move them out Empire and seven eighths lengths loose fitting styles formerly 15 18 21.50 3.50 for children's coats. many millinery items and other apparel reduced for final clearance as women snap up low price offers.
Fine Cutlery Sale Promises Sharp Quality Bargains
An old newspaper ad touts Fine Cutlery with a wide reputation and a guarantee. It lists Manicuring Scissors at 50 and 75 cents, Pocket Scissors, Sewing and Embroidery Scissors, Nail Files, and Corn Razors with various prices. It promotes two special early buys including nine patterns at 1.98 and six patterns at 1.25 per yard, plus a Centre Aisle Table feature.
Lace Bargains At Store Offer 12 Yards For 50c
Several hundred pieces of German lace offered at 50 cents for 12 yards per piece. The advert proclaims it as the best lace proposition the store has offered with a six cents per yard rate for good percale fabrics in fine variety patterns. The lace width is three quarters of an inch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonsul
Caty
Dountry
South America
United States
Great West
Republic
White
Dawson
Belts For Less Reduces Prices Across Store
A storewide sale cuts prices on belts and many items. Belts formerly 25¢ 10¢ 69¢ 73¢ and $1.00 now discounted. education and fee for quick cleanup mentioned. Numerous items shown at reduced prices throughout the shop.
Dont Deceive Yourself Dont Deceive Yourself
Indigestion relief testimonial for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure from WR Hocutt South Milla NC. Claim of heartburn sour stomach fluttering and low mood relief after using Kodol. Druggist recommendation noted and product sold by Stone Mercer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hocutt
South Milla
Seeaial
Stone & Mercer
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Honey Boy
Hone
Jones
Richard Milton
Harrison
Gity Gourt
Consul Cole
Hou
New Music Store
Parsons
Persie
F.A. Robinson
SON iv
Ee Cabine
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Wurtzburger ON
Draet
Dudley
W. Main St
Young
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