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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1916
Page
5
Agony for the New Meal Pattern Parsons-Souders Parsons-Souders Store Closes 5 30 p m Wirthmor Waists Welworth s 2 Shoe Sale On Tomorrow These days this store in Clarksburg has never been so full of merchandise Visitors are urged to come see the best of the country s abundance and to visit without obligation to buy
The article lists various shapes designated by numbers after Tulip Maytionr Helmit Nippon La Viole Pippin-Na- Ginvaki and ends with Anne Weather. It notes these forms may be carried in any weather rain or shine.
A fragmentary ad notes a Little Out clearing with over fifty children’s spring coats in sizes 6 to 14, navy and Copenhagen blues, tana and checks, marked down from higher prices. The garbled text lists various colors and fabrics and hints at discounts, suggesting a clearance sale with strong value.
Corset Day highlights Nemo Corsets praised for fit and value. Five Nemo models priced at $3.00 feature elastic inserts, gore, and boning to improve shape. Private fitting rooms in the department offer expert guidance for a flattering silhouette.
Over 200 fresh snow white blouses for women and young women go on sale today and tomorrow on the second floor. Wirthmor Waist sells for $1.00 and Welworth Blouses for $2.00. The ad promises genuine character and quality at a dollar for the Wirthmor waist with four new styles today and two Welworth styles.
Advert says a new grey boot and a Dove gray Kidskin shoe in a neutral shade that pairs with many colors. It highlights a high lace design for ladies and claims smartness for the wearer at twelve dollars a pair.
Ad lists women's summer union suits with prices 25c 50c and $1.00 and describes ribbed, V neck or round neck options with various cuts and trims. Mentions full bleached ribbed cotton and silk satin finishes, with regular and extra weight options and trimming details.
A fragment notes advice for repairing badly cracked plaster walls with light canvas and strong paste mixed with glue, urging practical home remedies. The item reflects domestic repair guidance from the period and highlights a product or company of interest to women readers.
A jumbled OCR item mentions a recipe with tomatoes bread crumbs and seasonings and references a baking dish. It also notes a possible upcoming convocation and a legal degree event scheduled for Friday at 7:29. The text is fragmented but preserves names and dates.
A West Virginia Bible study conference features Rev Edward Bates Turner of Clarksburg and a strong musical program led by Ralph Mitchell and Karl Lehmann. Delegates tour Elin Besch and enjoy swimming as part of a Harvard-style lodging plan, with reports, banners, and prayers guiding the event.
The girls of the Methodist Episcopal church of Stealey will hold a sale of cake bread and candy at the Public Market on Court street Saturday starting at 9 o'clock in the morning. The Woman's Missionary Society of St Pauls Methodist Episcopal South met at the home of Men Noyd Warner on Wet Main street Thursday evening with Mrs Fannie Giffen as hostess. The mission society discussed plans and refreshments followed.
J T Went from Morgantown with Mr and Mrs William Geppert and son Billy returned home Thursday night from Gallipolia where they yielded ten tags Edgar B Sis of Markersburg and Harker of Moundavilly Amos Bright of Sutton in the city E S Matheras from Morgantown Mrs W B Starcher to Graf ton to visit relatives LO Ash of Middlebaturn visitor here EW Comdatter of Morgantown staying at the Waldo Jamies E Allen of Hikins in the GW Waggoner from Morgantown Minwen Rone Ruth McCue of Marshall college and John McChine of ville visiting their brother DO McCue of 11 Clay street Miss Hazel Lang of Wheeling daughter of J Long piano salesman guest at Mrs J D Cardillo 345 Lee street
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