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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1913
Page
2
Mayor Will H Cole proclaims July 7 1913 as Clean-Up Day urging all citizens of Clarksburg to place rubbish in boxes or barrels on sidewalks for collection and no glassware to be mixed with other items. Some trash will be hauled away and burned free of charge on that day.
Ten years ago a Sun Brothers circus exhibit on old baseball rounds was assaulted by an unknown highwayman. The victim, named here as Gegmees age Robert Ramsey, suffered injuries. Elizabeth Frances, wife of Walter Frances of Alte, was involved.
The Salem Leader coverage details preparations for a huge veteran gathering at Gettysburg with 25,000 to 40,600 arrivals and about 55,000 tents. It notes heat prostrations, hotel stewards, and logistics challenges as veterans from many locales converge for the anniversary events, with reminiscences of Civil War experiences and a vast, six square mile encampment.
E. J. Wood the architect let a contract for the construction of a brick addition to Dr. Fleming Howell's residence on West Main street. Mrs. T. J. Lynch prepared to travel to Denver Colorado to visit a sister.
A damaged ad fragment touts a cure for catarrh offered by P. J. Cheney and Co. with claims of restoring hearing and permanent cure. It urges sending for a free sample and mentions pharmacists selling the product and a family laxative for constipation.
Fragmentary advertisement offers medical tips on stomach issues including overeating, insufficient chewing, constipation, and exercise neglect. Mentions “GF Chamberlain's stables” as a place to consult and hints at food-related remedies. Includes for sale notice and seller details in torn text.
The note advises against using antiseptic powders like Allen's Wopt-Eaac in hosiery or shoes. It claims powdering causes holes and irritation, urging wise precautions to prevent discomfort and damage.
A fragmented old editorial extols using newspapers for information to save time and money. It advises consulting the advertising columns for theatre, lectures, church events, and everyday purchases to gain value and avoid wasteful spending.
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