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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1914
Page
4
A fragmented column surveys ground hog day lore in the South and traces its northern origins. It then debates equal rights and woman suffrage, noting President Wilson’s cautious stance and Democratic Party dynamics as related to voting rights.
An opinion piece argues for prompt payment and cash purchases while cautioning against overreliance on cash payments in daily life. It references suffrage politics, newspaper influence, and the role of credit in commerce, noting merchants still accept credit in many ordinary transactions.
A garbled clipping references visitors at an exhibition and a lamp banner price of 3.95. It mentions Wheeling newspapers and a political note about Governor Sulzer, with scattered phrases about fashion, dances, and patrols in Parkersburg and Parkersburg News. The text is largely indecipherable.
A Doddridge Republican dispatches critique the West Virginia legislature calling it a serious proposition while attacking young lawmakers, party rhetoric, and demagogic stunts. The tone blames legislative chaos, warns of dangers to governance, and contrasts seasoned figures with eager newcomers.
Fragmented zany column blends politics and gossip with references to President Wilson Pan American tolls and the Panama issue. Signals of a playful yet sharp editorial voice touching on suffragists labor prices Wall Street and regional figures. The piece meanders through court careers finance unrest and Mexican politics with provocative humor.
Coming events in Clarksburg include first Methodist Share parlor gatherings, a Robinson Grand theater show February 16 to 21 by the Cham pels Stock Company, a February 14 recital by Miss Christing Miller at First Baptist, Knights of Columbus donkey supper, Lutheran church chicken supper, and Fireflies at Babin Grand theater. February 4 Donkey piece and March 4 Fireflies noted. various performances and community fundraisers listed.
A collage of observations on school life in Salt Lake and Denmark including night classes for girls at Winn Irving High School, meals for adult learners, living arrangements for teachers, and community pooling to hire a music director. Mentions Jersey City and various rural education practices, with adult family visitors allowed to view the school plant.
A nationwide push urges merchants to cooperate with manufacturers to boost advertising. The message emphasizes heightened exertion, extensive dealer involvement, and direct contact with producers to stock and promote recognized goods in local stores.
The fragment describes school program routines in the middle of the season, including serving the luncheon. It mentions a Fairmont West Virginia High School named for a prominent local citizen and notes a class sponsor. The text references activities and entertainment for juniors and seniors and hints at student dropouts.
The Rev D W Cunningham of Ademston will conduct nine revival meetings beginning Sunday evening at 7 30 in the Wilsondure United Brethren church.
A review notes better orders for window glass following price announcements. Factory activity remains brisk with light stocks and strong demand anticipated through the summer. Workforce tightness and temporary arrests are mentioned amid ongoing production.
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