This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1916
Page
8
Mrs Nora Britton of Caldwall D contrasts four years of pain and failed doctors with quick improvement after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. She reports elimination of stomach pressure and heart area distress, praises the remedy, and urges others to try it with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
Fragmented West Virginia briefs note church duties in Huntington and school administration in Parkersburg, with postponements to July 18 pending governor decisions. White raincoats ordered for Huntington police and Charlen Brooke from Cairo faces grand jury with $1,000 bond in a federal case.
An old advertisement touts Prina-Cura as a wonder remedy for tonsilitis and sore throat. It claims immediate relief and promotes a powerful tonic, with prices listed as 250 and 50e. The copy mixes warnings and reassurance to urge quick purchase.
Regional reports cover Public Service Commission hearings in Charleston on water and electric rates, a real chamber of commerce planned for Point Pleasant, and mine incidents near Rosford. Charleston notes a miner killed at the Rosford mine, a tax commission transfer of Glock stock, and nursing convention activities. Martinsburg describes Middleway workers joining Laine Manufacturing Corp chair production, with local labor shifts and material sourcing.
Pasquate Romino of Meadowbrook was taken to Palrmont Hospital No 5 with injuries after a coal fall. The report notes both legs were broken and the incident occurred while working at the mine site.
Article notes Geo D Rust a tin millworker joining a chorus and promoting Nerv Worth as a cure for nervousness and digestion. Endorsements claim rapid relief and improved stamina, with local store Clarkshores and Burke's Nerv Worth advertised. Burgeoning sales pitch appears amid commercial sidebar.
Historic steamship route cuts travel time from Vancouver to Alaska via Prince Rupert. The Island Trunk Pacific lines will deploy to Alaska, with courier guidance on mountains and halibut fisheries, linking Washington rail camps to Wrangell Skagway and other ports.
A canary named Goldie, used to detect toxic gas in mines, revived quickly with oxygen, while miners have eight minutes to escape after a canary droops. George W. McKay holds the world record for mine rescue. Exhibits show oxygen gear, first aid, and reduced mine fatalities, plus national park beauty spots and government safety showcases.
A quirky local pleating contest drew a crowd last night at the Gel Show with JT Juble Jaueh Iv taking the prize after a tight finish.
Advert says Parisian Sage cleanses scalp, enriches hair with tint and gloss, stops hair loss, and leaves locks radiant. Claims high return rate and refunds if not satisfied. mentions Wells & Haynaker Co distributing the product.
A Wet Virginia firm refines potash 16 by processing the rusted stems of tobacco plants, converting them into a usable chemical product for agricultural needs.
An old promotional note extols Rocky Mountain National Park Colorado as a family destination. It touts scenery rail routes and ample lodging options while inviting readers to request information, posters, and photos about park accommodations and touring routes.
A note cites frequency figures for the word and in scriptures. It claims 45 587 occurrences overall with 10 464 in the Old Testament and 39 043 in the New Testament. The figures underscore the word's prominence in biblical languages.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for whooping cough. It claims a Blundon Springs, Alabama writer reports their baby recovered after use. Product described as obtainable everywhere.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.