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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1908
Page
2
Telegram notes discuss a new pattern department item about traps for Aedes and a sewing task. It mentions a price of 10s for each item, quoted as applicable whether bought by mail or partner. The text is fragmented and lacks clear event context.
Clarksturg program at the Grand Opera House showcases The Great Divide a major American drama and The Missouri Girl a noted Fred Raymond comedy. Also listed are oceanic and naval displays plus a local sensational marvel act featuring the barefoot boy Toostin and a challenge prize of one thousand dollars for proof of fake feet.
Ellen Stan presents a one piece dress pattern praised for simplicity. The guide notes suitable materials include gingham, linen, pique, and wool blends, with tips on cutting on a table, avoiding shrinkage, and proper finishing. Readers may request pattern number 8863 by mailing 10 cents to this office.
The Fairmont Times notes Thomas Waymond has secured a Fairmont franchise and seeks Clarksburg support for a joint team. Citizens fear one city may dictate policy, urging equal representation and shared financing while Clarksburg vows to back a strong local base.
Fragmentary advert claims Pineules ease back pain and kidney trouble with a nightly dose. It suggests 20 treatments for $1.00 and mentions a local seller HF Burke. The readable bits reference Junge M Dent of Grafton and a Saturday city visit.
The late John A L Deshan's will, signed January 7, 1967, names executors ADJ and Norval Daxts. John W. Davie and Ann B Evatt are witnesses. The will directs sale of 47.66 acres on Lambert's Run to distribute proceeds among Laura Ash, Ravadill Bind Ritter, Calvin M. Davin, Norval R. B. Davin, and Al J. Davis in specified shares to his sister and others.
Henry Gaxstway Davis, an octogenarian Virginia magnate, faces possible postponement of his marriage to Maude Ashford. Davis lies ill at his Washington hotel under two doctors' care after a chill from a Thursday spill into water, amid reports of family dispute over the nuptials.
The Rev W M Long leads a revival at Shinnston Christian church titled Dont Take the Tsk. The ad urges prompt attention to coughs and colds using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, claiming wide national and international use and noted cures.
An old advertisement touts DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills from Sweet Melody Flour claiming quick relief for back ache and weak back. Pills sold by all merchants.
Edina Missouri resident J P Klote Testimonial claims Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured stomach trouble and are more beneficial than other remedies. Available from all dealers for sale in area including Sweet Melody Flour advertisement placement.
An ad urges housewives to read Telegram advertisements to save money and protect husbands interests. It promotes Tree Laxative Cough Syrup as a gentle laxative that expels poison, reduces phlegm, clears the head, and guards against coughs and colds, guaranteed and sold by H. F. Burke druggist.
Court Street Pressing Co offers cleaning pressing and repair services with a specialty in ladies work. Located at 222 Court Street with home phone 195. Also mentions Spi ro Walio Building Fourth Street.
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