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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1915
Page
16
A fragmented notice from The Daily Telegram listing various postal rates and subscription details, with lines referencing weekly and yearly prices, changes of address, and the need for signed communications to receive attention.
An Evening Echo discusses postwar trade policy opposing free trade and urging protective measures under Wilson administration. It highlights Louisiana and other Southern states shifting toward Republican protectionism to defend sugar and citrus industries, while Florida Texas Georgia and Alabama voice protests against Cuban competition and free iron ore. The piece questions railway wage impacts and federal arbitration power, and notes President Wilson's cautious optimism on East Asian tensions without asserting a firm ultimatum.
The piece critiques closed government publicity and forecasts about Japan mediations while lampooning budget cuts. It notes denial of Japan's note, questions Congress funding failures, and jokes about salary sacrifices by officials to sustain federal services.
The piece paints Tripoli as an unmixed East city with snowy domes and white roofs framed by a green oasis. It describes markets and caravans on yellow sands, livestock trade, Sudanese vendors, a dancing figure, and a camel-driven oasis irrigation scene, ending with a tranquil evening silhouette over the desert.
A 1915 notice from Clarksburg Empire Laundry and Sanitary Laundry Co. informs customers that from May 5, collection will occur upon delivery. Coupons offered with a 5 percent discount. The change aims to ease small bills and reduce uncollected accounts, seeking patron approval and cooperation.
Professor Cranberry Boggs concludes a travel lecture amid applause, claiming six valuable slides vanished in muddy waters after a chaotic suite of unrelated views, while Gordonz Magee offers to perform in his pawnshop to replace them for five cents per person.
A reader testimonial claims McDuff and Vail avoided illness for ten years after using Black-Draught. The ad touts it as more effective than any medicine and urges others to purchase for two cents, claiming the family’s health improved since starting the remedy.
Sole agents for Clarksburg present celebrated Waste Grass Porch Rugs woven with fast color warps. Artistic colorings and newer designs at comparable prices. Rugs woven close and firm, smooth and even. Range spans from small mats to 6x9, 8x10, and 9x12 feet. Also Crex Rugs Rimners by the yard and Carpet.
The technical high school in Hollywood, a Los Angeles suburb, touts a new plumbing for girls program. It presents plumbing as science for women, aimed at home upkeep and small repairs to save bills and prevent family inconveniences.
Summer fabrics in demand include sheer white materials for blouses and dresses. Mercerized per yard to 435 inches, French Organdi 4s inches, Nubbed and Fancy Stripe White Crepes 27 inches wide, with special values and clear, bright finishes.
The article extols quick repair skills with Stilcon wrenches for leaks and plumbing, and mentions a parlor full of household electrical items like hair curlers and coffee beaters. It also shares a testimonial from Mrs. Linda Harrod of Fort Wayne, Ind, praising Chamberlain's Tablets for stomach trouble relief.
Mrs Sarah McGee of Wheel ing is gravely ill after a paralytic stroke. Her daughter Mrs W P Caywood of the Jacobs apartments has long visited here and many friends will regret the family’s distress as Mrs McGee remains in serious condition.
A cottage prayer meeting is scheduled at Mes Wilcox’s from 7:39 to 8:10 on Wednesday. Citizens are invited to attend this small gathering for shared reflection and prayer.
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