Debated Main Street Paving For Clarksburg Suburbs
Readers weigh options for paving and public services as Clarksburg expands toward nearby suburbs. Proposals consider franchise terms for streetcars and who pays for improvements, with emphasis on ensuring fair access for Salem Shinnston Bridgeport and other towns.
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Clarksburg
Polar Comfort
Salem
Shinnston
Bridgeport
Point Comfort
Tret Car Company
Adamaton
Advertising graft targeted at merchants and advertisers
A historical critique from the Commercial Union of New York on advertising graft. It warns merchants and business houses to beware baited frames and schemes that push for high priced ads or misused promotional items. The piece argues that graft thrives by exploiting fear of lost customers and urges prudent, legitimate advertising investments only.
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Commercial Union of New York
Jong An
Hood
Suburbs Seek City Corporation Incorporation
Suburbs argue advantages for the city and Point Comfort in joining the corporation. They urge that becoming part of the city would integrate realty and growth, transforming thriving suburbs into a formal city component.
Roosevelt Era Foreign Policy Defends Self Rule and Honor
A defense of United States world role and non entangling alliances argues that policy under Theodore Roosevelt seeks to protect national interests without bowing to royalty or foreign pressure. It criticizes Democratic rhetoric as fear mongering and urges faith in American leadership and peaceful international relations.
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United States
Department of State ix
Roosvelt
Ann
Funkeytam
Mayor Crimm and Southern recall common fates in Adams town
A fragment from a Charleston Gazette style column discusses Mayor-elect Crimm of Adamston, Southern’s legacy, and local political shifts including the town’s aims after elections. It mentions Clarksburg capitol plans, a doctor moving life with heart massage, and doubts about local governance amid a food law change. The piece questions who linked Southern to Adamston’s politics and notes lighthearted town quirks.
Corset Cover Embroidery and Silk Fabric Sale Ad
An old newspaper ad lists 18 inch wide Corset Cover Embroidery in Swiss and Cambric with sale at 2 shillings per yard. Also features Tameta Silk yard wide in black at 89 cents per yard and 18e Salem Pillow Cases at 12 percent, with Albatros fabrics offered in short lengths from three to twelve yards at 2 cents per yard.
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Albatros
Cynic Wisdom and Witty Quips in Stray Stories
A collage of quotes and snippets from the Cynics Word Book by Ambrose Bierce and Stray Stories, reflecting cynical takes on weddings crying babies and luck. The Illinois State Journal line adds a wry touch on hard work and hard luck.
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Ambrose Bierce
Tllinois State
The Missing Note and Comedic Lunch Deal
A Moscow tenor misses a supper after a lucky note rescue by an orchestra player. Later he fails to perform when the orchestra voice demands payment for the supper, revealing the joke. The Last Straw and a gag about debts as silent partners add a light closing mischief.
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Moscow
Mrs Caroline Sinsel Dies. Funeral Attended by Flanigan
Mrs John M Flanigan attended the funeral of her aunt Mrs Caroline Sinsel who died Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Mrs Sinsel was the widow of El Jab Sinsel and aged a2 years. The service was held at Simpson Priday.
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John M. Flanigan
Simpson Priday
Caroline Sinsel
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