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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1909
Page
6
Today we present the first authentic showing of spring suits in Clarksburg, with the most complete assortment yet seen. The garments are described as beautiful and of exquisite style, reflecting the store’s leadership in catering to local women.
The new spring suits show Directoire influence with a long, beltless silhouette and tightly fitted sleeves slashed at the cuffs. Garments are cut in long straight lines and present a very smart, modern appearance.
The text touts a successful sizing system with broad customer endorsement over two seasons. It lists bust ranges from 33 to 57 for stout women, 32 to 48 for regular figures, and child, girl, and young lady sizes including 11 through 17 for girls and 8 through 14 for children.
Clarkeburg readers learn that prominent Weston trader A F Whelan has retired after years of operating the Wert Heat Weston store. The advertisement on page two prompts shoppers to note the changes as the longtime merchant steps away from commerce amid community attention.
A historic plan outlines a sanatorium for consumption patients under the Modern Woodmen Society. Dr J B White leads admissions for curable cases, with tents and central heating facilities. Local camps donate tents, and a national fund supports a separate 60 tent plant as part of a broader public health effort.
A notice from John Davie of Erie seeks information leading to the return of a badly described gray Labrador female dog stolen on February 7 1983 near Mackinac and Murzaic with brown markings. A reward offered. Contact 203 Lee Street.
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