Fire safety urged after tragic Huntington incidents
An Evening Echo urges parents to protect children after multiple Huntington area fire fatalities and near-misses. The piece warns of dangers from open fireplaces and neglected supervision, citing recent deaths and painful family losses. It appeals to Clarksburg readers to heed warnings and safeguard homes with little ones.
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Muntington
Clarksburg
Newa
Huntington
Dave
Butnne
Dog Poisoner Supposedly Active in Ste tersville
The Ste tersville daily deplores the presence of a deeply devious figure in the city. The dogs’ deaths raise questions about motive and propriety, with the paper linking the poisoner to the unusual warmth surrounding the suspect.
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Stetersville
Dogs and the danger of poison in city acts
The article argues against excessive dog poisonings while acknowledging two dog classes good and mongrel. It warns that bad associations can transform once respectable dogs into savage brutes, urging humane handling but stressing clear concern for public safety.
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Rowling
Treating Arborvitae Poles to Extend Life and Cut Costs
The article describes using preservative treatments on arborvitae telegraph poles to reduce decay and extend service. It covers open tank creosote and carbolineum methods, costs about 1 to 1.50 per pole, and notes equipment like a sheet iron tank and a derrick.
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Forest Service
Upper Peninsula
Michigan
Tnjoring Scheer's Chances
Republican papers in West Virginia have not been personal about Mr Scherr or his campaign for governor. They have not indulged in unbecoming statements directed at him and his candidacy.
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West Virginia
Scherr
Telegram contends with alleged misuse to aid campaign
A fragment from the Telegram accuses allies of muting tactics to boost Mr. Scherr’s campaign while criticizing a rival. The piece stresses the paper’s loyalty to Scherr and questions how aiding such measures could help his cause. It ends with a plea for restraint from Mr. Scherr’s supporters.
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Muteantown Chronicle
Scherr
Chronicle
Mr. Scherr
Nile Tate
Tribute to Miller Praises West Virginia Education Official
The Shepherdstown Register lauds Thomas C. Miller as the state superintendent of Free Schools in West Virginia. It endorses re election and condemns attacks by the Dominion. The letter calls Miller a faithful, educated leader whose removal would harm education in the state.
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Miller
Shepherdstown
Thomas C. Miller
West Virginia
Harrison County Republican sheriff and county offices bids
A series of 1908 political announcements from Harrison County. GEO H Berry seeks Sheriff, J B Bartlett seeks Sheriff, L Wayman Ogden runs for County Clerk, WILL E MORRIS seeks Prosecuting Attorney, HAYMOND MAXWELL declares candidacy, CHARLES G COFMAN seeks State Senator, ERNEST L PIGOTT announces for County office.
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Harrigan County
Harrison County
Geo. H. Berry
L. Wayman Ogden
Clarksburg
Harrizon County
Haymond Maxwell
Doddridge
Lewis and
Harrion
Charles G. Cofiman
Hartien County
Ernest L. Pigott
Shinnston
W. Va
Pepper and Salt Spice Store News
Pepper stands as the dash of new fashions energizing the women’s section while salt represents the price savings as manufacturers importers and retailers shift from one season to another.
Spring Tailored Suits At Moderately Priced Rates
Nine of ten women in Clarksburg favor headlining spring suits and styles offered here. Each design promises smart tailoring and moderate prices for a ready to wear wardrobe update.
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Clarksburg
Misses Tailored Suits for Girls at 15 Dollars
Specially priced girls suits for ages 11 to 17 in shadow striped Panama serges and fancy worsteds. Coats single or double breasted with silk or satin lining. skirts are full and plaited with bias folds. Colors include brown navy Copenhagen raspberry and checks. Sizes from 11 to 17 years.
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Panama
Copenhagen
New Spring Tailored Suits Offer Value at 18.75
A bright ad showcases women's suits priced at 18.75 with new worsteds and serges in blue and brown, featuring single and double breasted coats lined with taffeta silk. The copy touts spring suitability and strong value, inviting shoppers to stretch 18.75 for quality ensembles.
Women's Tailored Suits at 25 Dollars
The store advertises new Spring women’s suits priced at 25 dollars with up-to-the-minute styles in striped worsteds, plain serges and fancy materials. It claims high turnover, noting they sold as many suits this year as last season and expect even greater demand.
Blankets on Sale as Stock Replenish Opportunity
The notice urges readers that stock of warm bed coverings is abundant and available at savings. It promotes replenishing supplies amid ongoing cold conditions.
Plaid Blankets Priced at 2.98 Each in Bulk Sale
In a bold clearance, shoppers see red and black or white and black plaid wool blankets offered at 2.98 each, with a bold claim that no previous lots matched this value and urging quick purchase before stock runs out.
Fresh White Waistlines Offered at 98 Cents
Catalog notice promotes fresh white waists in sheer lawn fabric, offered at 98 cents each. Seventy-five items described as a third shipment, with styles valued at $1.50, expecting rapid sales due to previous demand.
Rugs Offer at Fifteen Dollars and Nine by Eleven
A local ad promotes room size rugs for fifteen dollars with a ten point nine eight price tag and a splendid 9x11 tapestry Brussels rug noted for beautiful patterns. The seller hints rapid sale as rugs move into dining rooms and bedrooms and urges buyers to act.
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Brussels
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