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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
4
The item lists postoffice and news stand distribution details for The Telegram, noting delivery by regular carriers in Clarkburg and vicinity. It includes subscription rates by year and periodical locations such as Pike Street and Empire News Stand, with promotions for readers and ad reps in Chicago.
A discussion in the Gazette Times stresses that newspapers rely on credible informants while readers must seek truth. It notes attempts by private interests to influence editorial opinions and urges responsible communication by organizations, reporters, and the public to uphold accurate reporting.
A lively report describes West Virginia Republicans enjoying a large Parkersburg convention. Attendees praise harmony humor and enthusiasm, noting strong turnout and spirited discussion, with optimism for party prospects.
A local paper reports on Swisher’s strong drive for the nomination as Secretary of State and the Telegram’s support. It also urges swift city actions on humane treatment of prisoners, sanitation, and rail-road road improvements, with county court plans for four miles of roads and urgent public meetings.
City council action to require the railroad company to install gates at crossings is deemed proper and wise, aligning with measures taken in other locales where crossings are not needed or safe without such precautions.
Henry Kidinger, long based in Salem, relocates to the city to oversee oil developments near Reynoldaville. He has secured a lease covering 13 oil wells on the property, signaling expanded operations and closer proximity to the oil fields.
Dr Shoop of Racine promotes Health Coffee substitute made from toasted grains malt and nuts as a quick coffee imitation. The claims say it can fool an expert and requires no long boiling time, sold by all dealers under Sweet Melody Flour.
Advert describes Diapepsin as a natural digestive aid containing pepsin and enzymes to restore digestion. Claims quick relief within minutes, reducing gas, heartburn, belching, and sour stomach. Recommends one triangular tablet after meals, 50 cent bottle from druggists, suitable for those with weak stomachs.
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