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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
5
Opening Week at Parsons-Souders features an authoritative Spring outerwear collection for women with discounted prices on Suits Skirts Waists and Silk Petticoats. sale prices range from 1.49 to 18.00 plus 9.90 new china items and various skirt and petticoat discounts through Saturday night.
An old ad promotes hosiery with ladies 25c gauze vests and 3 pairs for 50c. It mentions 19c Maid of Athens hose for misses sizes 6 to 9 1 2, with exceptionally fine stock arriving at new prices this week, highlighting a special 25c qualified offer.
A local sale advertises singing birds priced from 1.98 to 2.50, with typical birds selling between 2.50 and 5.00. A range of bird cages in all sizes is offered, promoting a “few fine singers” remaining and showcasing anniversary pricing.
Lot 1 300 yards 19 inch taffeta and jacquard effects plus plain silks in shades, sale price per yard. Lot 2 700 yards 19 20 21 inch taffetas and silks with checks plaids and foulards, sale price per yard. Lot 3 2 000 yards 20 21 24 27 inch silks and foulards, sale price per yard. Lot 8 five hundred yards Peau de Soie and related fabrics, sale price per yard. Lot 9 four hundred yards 24 inch Crepe de Chine, sale price per yard. Lot 10 five hundred yards 24 inch Crepe de Chine, sale price per yard. Lot 11 98c wide Black Taffeta Silk, sale price per yard. Lot 12 1.25 wide Black Taffeta silks, sale price per yard.
In Marietta a local political clash entangled George J. Fillet and the Shimnplim Construction Company as Dye returns to work. The transcript references a mayor position dispute, a vote outcome, and unspecified charges tied to Chief Taille AU de Thee Vensertht and Bevin Dokinmes with the court handling related accusations.
Readers glimpse scattered names and brief items from a late era town column. Mentions include individuals such as Gordon, B F Alexander, Salem, and Beatrice Grow with vague land and street references. The text shows trades, moves, and social notes but lacks coherent events or dates.
A large crowd attended the lasque meeting at MB church last night. Notables include J. H. Smallwood moving to Hilly PlaUger of Dodd for business, Mrs. Henry Greaver of West Bum, Charlie McAM, Cary Plant, Randy and Charlie Green seeking Colburn's Creek mouth exposure Wednesday morning. B Strother was in Clariceburg, William Eckley of Barbour County visited, Jacob Fittro called on Clarkshire residents, Mrs. A. Meatko shopped, William Hatemond discussed Gregory's Run matters, Mrs. Ray Fowler left for New York, T. J. Glaney and J. Ashcraft attended business in Charksbure, Walter Skinner stayed in Lynchburg.
Mrs Oxi Morrison arrives from Clarksburg to visit relatives. Mrs Sarah West and Jefferson West with baby return from Clarksburg. Miss Ioie Williams and Mabel Lee visit from Clarksburg. B Morrison leaves for Philadelphia to stock spring goods. Miss Lucy Hoff visits Shinniton. School taught by Ray Smith and Mrs Ling Lee to close Friday. Mrs Lucy Highland returns from Fairmont for daughter Mrs B E Tet rick. Clay Swisher to return to Rockford.
A grand window display by Parsons Souders Co honors the anniversary with N M Banks as designer. East window features a blue suit, fashion hat edged with roses and spring ladies wear while palms and ferns frame the scene. West window shows new spring fabrics and dress goods on tall stands in a balanced, stylish arrangement.
In Shelby county Henry Ellis a tobacco farmer about thirty miles from Louisville had his home burned by masked riders who set the blaze after he had sold pooled tobacco. He saved part of the furniture before the attackers rode off.
A 66 year old man, Sonne Burns, abruptly died on the sidewalk outside the Salvation Army Tintel after being ejected by a clerk. He had papers from Schenectady in his pocket. No further details on cause or investigation are provided.
Telegram reports price drops as Rhggs fall to 20 fonts per 4 dozen with a further reduction planned within days. Large quantities of emits are arriving from the country, signaling a continuing slide in local market values.
A marriage license was issued Thursday at the county clerk's office to Alhwu P. Stackpole and Mary Colinto Porte.
The ad shows shoes offered below actual cost at Hardman Bros located at 175 Third and possibly nearby streets. It mentions a sale with prices such as five pounds for certain pairs, highlighting bargain footwear opportunities.
In Kansas City Missouri on March 19 the murder trial of Richard Horne, former vice president of Kansan Clymont Publishing, for killing N J Groves, managing editor, reopened in criminal court. Also listed are several unsettled claims in Washington DC and items including kitchen and cabinet hardware in unrelated notices.
Report from Guayaquil describes a growing plague in Inuneash and nearby towns. Authorities note increasing cases among residents and livestock, with warnings issued by local leadership and health officials.
State Deputy J M Connelly of Parkersburg visits the city to promote Modern Woodmen of America recruitment. A goal is set to enroll a large April class, while the local camp holds about 250 to 260 members.
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