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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1907
Page
3
A humorous tale follows a journey where a married couple pose as healers of domestic wounds. Through a series of reforming schemes they demonstrate clever manipulation of spouses and lovers, ending with the lesson that the truth and a bit of cunning can resolve marital strife. The piece peppers in portraits of “Worthington” clients and a curious exchange about healing reputations.
A two million dollar corporation is formed by New York, Pennsylvania and locals to take over Blue Creek Coal and Land Company interests and extensions of the Kundwha and West Virginia railroad. The Scranton owner holds 50,000 acres. Also reported: several murder and embezzlement cases, a fatal dynamite blast near Hazel Patchy, a central Ohio wreck death count rising, a grand jury probe into Vanderbure county embezzlement, and a $12,000 jewel heist in Huntington.
A Monday morning train scene shows passengers disembarking as empties for the college, a quip by a brakeman about the students returning to campus. The fragment recalls a Youth's Companion humorous piece about teachers and boys in awkward, comic dialogue.
A sensational, fragmentary tale recounts Tom Fitch of Nevada using counterfeit rhetoric to threaten the Bank of California. He offered a grand speech as collateral, demanded payment, and faced a swift, precarious payoff as a drunken confession surfaced, exposing the scheme and its fallout.
A narrative on a troubled marriage and a man’s reluctant return to work near Washington. The piece weaves two scenes from life and a reflection on love’s nature, with a melancholic tone about effort and affection. It then shifts to a notice from Washington on February 19 about Butterworth’s death in Ohio and a Columbus report on a grand jury investigation into bribery charges involving Trinidad Paying Company and Gloverland Company agents.
Solon mine in Shimston reports an earlier fire thought extinguished by initial air flow. Fire resumed around six hundred feet higher in the main entry. operations continue but with significant disadvantage as crews batten the area and attempt to control the blaze.
Bazaat and Soctal W 8 Kearney Court of uaranthe hosts a bazaar and social in the basement of the K of P building on North Fifth street Glen Elk tonight. The public is cordially invited. A pleasant time is assured. Prot Jonon's orchestra will furnish music and attendance is expected.
An elderly gentleman cautions Taleen about becoming president of the United States while the boy, whose father is connected with a race trek, replies that with the country’s vast population his chances are slim and he is not playing for such a long shot. Washington Star.
A witty exchange examines gendered labels after marriage. It notes that a Benedict in a man’s case contrasts with a girl’s term, suggesting the answer depends on what she marries. The remark ties personal longing to outward choices and reflections on desire.
A vintage advertisement touts Rexall Remedies as four years ahead of the Pure Drug Law, listing a selection of well known products and implying superior quality for common ailments. The copy emphasizes innovation and trust in the Rexall name.
Two lots with two houses on each in Grasselli Addition, fronting on two streets, 50 by 150 feet, priced at $2,000 each on easy terms. One lot on Oak and Terra Cotta streets in East Clarksburg, a prime residence site. Also a seven room house and lot in Industrial Addition, 380 by 160 feet, in good repair and location. A small farm near Grasnelll of 88 acres with house, good water, and young orchard begins bearing. Also bargains in Grasselll and Fair Grounds Addition lots.
A sensational advertisement proclaims Madame Bi a gifted clairvoyant who reads minds without prompting. It claims thirty years in Washington DC, strong local endorsements, and proven success in love, health, wealth, and business. Readings cover past present and future in three ways for one dollar, with no extra charge. SARIN at 145 W Main Street, Clarksburg, for ten days.
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