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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1912
Page
4
The Clarksburg region faces a lively political scene with merchants pushing for better roads and local improvements. County campaigns seek cross-town support, while Parkersburg’s State Journal and Telegram Swisher feud over editorial influence and future editorial alignment, reflecting regional media tensions.
The Panhandle News notes H W Watfield seeking governor mentions Mstfeld leaving one impression. Many have not met Dr Mntfeld but are assured he is a fine man by the paper’s report of travels and public sentiment.
February railway returns compiled by the Railway Economies show decreases in both receipts and expenditures versus February. The returns cover about ninety percent of the system railways, with comparisons to prior month figures and notes on overall earnings.
The article analyzes annual railway financials, noting February figures, days in the year, and per mile operating revenue trends from 1910 through 2014. It discusses taxes, rentals, interest on bonds, and appropriations as part of net capitalization, with Interstate Commerce Commission data cited. The piece cites a nationwide net capitalization total of 2014 08 675 940.
A newly issued Department of the Interior publication explains that algae and other plant life create the vivid colors seen in Yellowstone Basin waters and terraces. It notes colors shift with temperature, from creamy white to salmon and emerald, and describes mineral-driven hues at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The non-technical text is illustrated with photos of park features.
Chicago May 13 wheat closed at 1.17 a bushel while corn rose to 80 cents and oats at 56 or 56 cents as trading showed firm demand.
Judge S Grosscup, former United States Circuit Judge Peter B Grosscup of Chicago who upheld Landis rebating case against Standard Oil, predicted the country will split into two big camps, progressive and conservative, with wealth divide and public welfare as the defining fault lines.
In New York a wildlife group reports 1700 deer marooned on two mounds in the Sunflower river area near Vicksburg. Philip S. Farnham, a special agent, is sent to aid rescue efforts with plans to visit Texas for state game protection discussions. A convention at Waco from May 2 to 24 is announced for interested parties.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets are pitched as a cure for dark brown mouth and foul breath by cleansing the liver and bowels. The ad claims regular use prevents constipation and pimply skin, noting the product is made from plant compounds and olive oil with a long medical background. Prices are shown as 10¢ and 3d0.
A local ad lists Axminster and Tapestry Brussels carpets at 98c per yard and 85c for designed rugs. It showcases rugs in 9x12 and 8x5 sizes, prices from 8.98 to 17.98, plus 35c and 25c matting, two and four yard linoleum widths, floor oilcloths, window shades, and carpet ends at 98c in various lengths.
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