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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
4
Local notice from The Daily Telegram announces a change of address requirement for mail sent to Clarkeburg W V. It requests readers to provide old and new addresses so mail can be redirected and warns communications without details will be ignored.
The Evening Echo notes a surge of 2500 Washington residents applying for unskilled government jobs, far above the usual hundreds, signaling concerns that prosperity has not fully returned. It quotes Democratic officials debating whether prosperity has been restored and highlights English manufacturers eyeing the U.S. election impact on tariff policy.
The Charleston News and Courier reflects on happiness as life’s guiding force amid fate and sorrow. It argues people should accept destiny, seek contentment, and endure shadows that threaten memory and joy.
The secretary discusses a drop in exports of finished manufactures and foods due to tariff changes prior to and during World War I. He cites figures showing a large fall in exports of ready for consumption manufactures and foodstuffs, noting the impact on the domestic market and attributing some blame to American producers for 1916.
A collection of editorial quips cites various papers on topics from hats to war. Comments reference mantillas, a sunk battleship named Goliath, and a Milwaukee definition of a statesman. Parkersburg papers critique Dr Demburg’s stance on Lusitania and neutrality.
A playful dialogue features a lover declaring a yew as his favorite tree while a feverish epidemic menace looms. Dr Sagwac labors at his mixing slab amid a tense interruption by a distressed young woman seeking urgent aid.
Aged Tax Collector J A Price reports recovery aided by Vinal cod liver tonic. The ad touts Vinal as a health tonic for the elderly and frail, with drugstores and distributors named for wide availability.
Notice to water consumers warns that sprinkling with city water requires a permit from the Water Works and Sewerage Board. Violators face a two dollar daily fine, with hours limited to two per day. Leaking or misused sprinklers may have the supply cut without notice.
The article notes advances in science and education with local researchers and educators highlighted. It mentions new inventions, community programs, and upcoming exhibitions at a regional science fair.
The United States maintains an active aviation school at Pensacola Florida to advance naval air program. Ten Curtiss flying boats and several hydro aircraft support instruction under Lt J E Towers with about twenty students, aiming to produce skilled aviators for service.
Remark on Isleta Pueblo in New Mexico as among the wealthiest Indigenous communities in the U S and notes their self sufficiency as farmers long before European contact. Mentions fertile Rio Grande valley and adaptation of settlers tools and farming tech.
Fragmentary text describes settlers aided by troops who weakened native towns and opened lands to widespread sheep and cattle ranching. The railroad arrival shifted focus to Isleta, altering the balance of control and prompting relocation of fortified sites.
A Crooksville Ohio resident writes that after his daughter endured a severe coughing spell causing lung hemorrhage, Chamberlains Cough Remedy was used and relieved the cough at once. The note claims two bottles completed recovery and promotes availability everywhere.
Many women take advantage of the May sale featuring Undermuslins. Garments boast fine materials and workmanship. 25c Lace-top Corset Covers and Muslin Pants. 30c Gowns, regular and extra sizes, lace and embroidery trimmed. 39c Gowns Skirts and Pants combinations with lace and embroidery. 98c Hand Embroidered Gowns Skirts or new pride models with lace and embroidery.
A local ad promotes a wide range of scrim curtains priced from 1.00 to 5.00 per pair. The display features white, cream and ecru options in many styles with aim to attract buyers before elsewhere.
The article notes Isleta's rise as a stop along the line to the Pacific coast, with traders and local artisans selling pottery moccasins turquoise and garnets to travelers. The town sits on a low sandhill by the Rio Grande with adobe houses and narrow streets, surrounded by Pueblo lands and early summer orchards and blue oat fields.
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