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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
4
A fragmentary overview extols the Improved Order of Red Men and its ideals. It traces origins to 1765 1771 and links the group to patriotism and fraternal brotherhood while noting benevolence sick and death benefits and a secret society structure.
The article surveys the Improved Order of Red Men and Pocahontas rituals, fees, and initiation aims, praising values of manhood and philanthropy. It notes a souvenir edition of The Tomahawk published for Great Councils in Clarksburg, edited by C. K. Chambers, with sketches and features on Red Men and Pocahontas of West Virginia. It also covers local crime and road politics, plus comments on Ohio Democratic infighting and public duties.
The fragmentary report describes Delistment chaos near railroad gates, with Judge Lynch and Taft mentioned. It notes administration critiques, possible actions by Binet MC, and a grand jury focus. The Telegran hints at supporting the Democratic nominee for Bryan and Johnson.
Reports from New York and Brooklyn describe growing use of Cooper's New Discovery medicine. Callers praise relief from stomach trouble, headaches, and neuralgia, with testimonials from Mrs. Tetsheck of Brooklyn and Miss Helen Clark of South Brooklyn noting improved appetite, energy, and mood after weeks of treatment.
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