West Virginia Board Presses for Goods Sale Law
The State Board of Trade urges a new statute to regulate credit sales and require notice of transfers to protect creditors. It cites frauds where buyers evade debts by selling stock with no protection for creditors, and calls for inventorying stock and notifying creditors before sales. The board supports Jamestown exposition funding and urges legislative action to secure proper state representation and commercial gains.
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Boards of Trade
West Virginia
Fo Lown
Charleston
Jamestown
Virginia
Smalaee
Dawson
Asirien
West Virginia Considers New Constitution Movement
A Pittsburg Gazette Times summary notes West Virginians dispute the current constitution and urge a complete rewrite rather than patchwork fixes. It highlights concern over gubernatorial succession via the senate president, potential manipulation by a minority, and broad public demand for constitutional reform amid state progress in development and education.
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Senate
West Virginia
Early Year Trade Urged by Charleston Merchants
The Charleston News urges Clarkburg merchants to offer special values before the annual business house cleaning. It notes many buyers wait for the new year to purchase needed and seasonal goods, and warns that an active early bird approach can capture a large share of post holiday trade.
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Charleston
Clarkburg
Ike
Investigation Begins Into Block System Wrecks
Reports urging an inquiry into interstate rail block signaling follow recent deadly wrecks on the Southern and Baltimore & Ohio lines. Warnings claim block systems were mismanaged or inadequately operated, with calls for inspectors to ensure safety as towns plan new construction and West Virginia towns surge with skyscraper projects.
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Interstate Commerce Commation
Southern
Baltimore & Oho
Baltimore City Rail and Water Works Flawed in Repairs
A damaged excerpt criticizes the Dallimore area transit and the Malii mare and Olio railroad operations, comparing them unfavorably to the city's water works. It suggests a State Subway Commission might summon officials over Baltimore Kedt in Glen Bik and predicts a lull in days of festivity as work resumes to recover lost time.
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Maliimare & Olio
Ciy
Elie
Dingmee
Baltimore
Glen Bik
Ireland Family Inquire About Origins in 19th Century County
G M Ireland requests information about the Ireland and Ragan families who settled near Clarkeburg in what is now Ritchie County around 1820. He asks for any knowledge of their nationality, origins, when they arrived in Harrison County, where exactly they lived, and their connection to the Sheets family.
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Alexander
Bonny
Ireland
Clarkeburg
Buffalo
Natty
Tenmile
Ritchie County
Elizabeth
Betsy
Ragan
Harricon
G. M. Ireland
PF. D
Puilmun
Gane Wins Fight In Eighth Round At Nopah
Gane defeated Herman after eight rounds with a solid right to the jaw while Chicago favorite Gane appeared untroubled. The bout unfolded with Gane blocking Herman’s blows easily and dominating from the start. Walter M. Morris of Mt Clare was in town Wednesday attending to business.
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Jan
Gans
Herman
Chicago
Gane
Nome
Walter M. Morris
Mt. Clare
Resolutions In Memory Of Sir Knight George W. Watnon
Resolutions adopted December 1908 by Clarksburg Tent No. 19 Knights of the Maccabees honor Sir Knight George W. Watnon of the World, lament his death, and extend condolences to his bereaved family with prayers for divine comfort. Committee members Howard A. Ryan J. A. McDonald H. W. Elliott submit the message.
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Clarksburg
Knights of the Marcabees
George ‘W. Watnon
Knights of the Maccabeen
Muntor
Howard A. Ryan
J. A. McDonald
H.W. Elliott
Foley's Honey and Tar Safe Remedy Under Pure Food Law
Special notice states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles is not affected by the Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults, sold by Sturm and Wilson.
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Foley
Sturm & Wilson
New Spring Line Offers Wide Selection At Low Prices
A large opening announces the spring line featuring new fabrics and delicate patterns. The display highlights waist and dress ready outfits with fresh palettes and affordable options for a fresh seasonal wardrobe.
Art Linens Sale Incl All-Wool Blankets and Rugs
A defrance sale offers one-fourth off regular low prices on hand drawn art linens. Includes Battenberg pieces, scarfs, table covers, centerpieces, dollies, and very small to large items. All-Wool Blanket at 3.75 a pair, rugs labeled Empire Brussels at a deep discount, featuring a large assortment and colors.
Clearance sale on rain coats offers low prices
A garbled ad promotes rain coats at low prices during a clearance sale. It lists prices around 12.50, 15.50, 20.00, and 27.00 dollars with mentions of weatherproof style options and a doctor bill joke as a light sales hook.
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National League
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Home Bank For Savings
Clarksburg, W.va
Ualings Bank
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Frank C
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James de Dele
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W.T. Byrd
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P. J. Koblegard
Frank C. Gaylord
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R. G. Altizer
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Charteston
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Clarksburg Brewing Company
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